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  • ‘Jamaica’ back in training

    ‘Jamaica’ back in training

    Forward Vincent Otieno Okoth aka Jamaica is back in training after weeks out due to an injury suffered during a friendly training game in Ngong Vapor.

    According to team physio Brian Otieno Odongo, Jamaica is now in good shape and raring to go.

    “He is now fully fit after recovering from tendinitis. He is back to full training, and up for selection in upcoming games,”

    On his part, the former Hakati Sportiff forward said; “Yes I am back and I want to do everything to be back in the squad,”

    Jamaica last featured for City Stars in mid-March against Bandari at Mbaraki. He has so far featured in seven games this season and has one goal to his name – his debut premiership goal against Vihiga Bullets.

  • Injury slows down trio

    Injury slows down trio

    Nairobi City Stars trio of Peter Opiyo, Vincent Jamaica Otieno Okoth,, and Erick Ombija have been slowed down by recent injuries.

    As per updates from team physio Brian Otieno Odongo, the three are being closely monitored as they recuperate from their varied ailments.

    “Vincent is out for a while due to tendinitis suffered during a friendly in Ng’ong. Ombija is out with a knee injury that occurred in training while Opiyo is on rest after sickness,”

    “Vincent and Ombija will soon start light training as we monitor Opiyo’s progress,” said Odongo

    Both Jamaica and Ombija have missed the last three games while Opiyo has been out of the last league games.

    While highlighting the state of the three, Odongo gave an update on two other players who have been on the injury list.

    “Steve (Njunge) has already kicked off rehab as well as Ronny Kola. In a matter of weeks they will be good to go.” said Odongo

    Both Njunge and Kola were kept out of action due to knee injuries.

  • Sanneh kicks off rehab, Osano returns

    Sanneh kicks off rehab, Osano returns

    After sitting out for six weeks due to a knee injury, lead striker Ebrima Sanneh from Gambia has kicked off his rehab.

    Sanneh picked up his injuries during the first pre season friendly in late October that ruled him out of activity for the rest of the year.

    At the same time, top keeper Jacob Osano has also resumed training after sitting training out due to sickness.

    Lead keeper Jacob Osano has resumed training after sitting out for a week due to sickness

    According to team physio Brian Odongo, Sanneh is under close observation while Osano is back to full training.

    “Sanneh kicked off very light training last week on the sidelines of the rest of the team while Osano joined the rest of the team after missing a week of training,”

    “Psychologically, coming to the field for Sanneh is important for his state of mind as he gradually works his way back to full training in the weeks to come,” added Brian

    “Osano is now fully ok and resumed full training on Monday.” added Brian

    In spite of kicking off rehab, Sanneh is expected to contest a place in the team in late January 2021 Osano is set to feature in games in due course.

    Apart from Sanneh, and as confirmed by Odongo, all other players who had minor concerns such as Charles Otieno (wrist), Wycliffe Otieno (knee), Erick Ombija (knee) and John Kamau (thigh muscle), are all well now and back in full training.

  • Sanneh, Chale out for the year

    Sanneh, Chale out for the year

    Lead Nairobi City Stars striker Ebrima Sanneh from Gambia will miss out on the starting games in the Kenyan Premier League following a knee injury suffered during a friendly game in late October 2020.

    The same applies to defensive mid Charles Chale Otieno Oduro who had a nasty fall in training a week back leading to a fractured wrist.

    According to team Physio Brian Odongo, both will return to training at different times in December.

    “Sanneh has to sit out at least six to eight weeks before starting light training. That should be at some point in late December. Thereafter he will need to undergo rehab to fully recover,” said Brian

    Gambian striker Ebrima Sanneh in a past game for City Stars against Coast Stima at Camp Toyoyo on Sat 8 Feb 2020

    “As for Chale, two to three weeks out and he will be ok. He currently has a cast on the wrist and by mid December he should be back in training.” added Brian

    Given the resumption dates, the two will miss all the Premier League games this year.

    While Chale could start contesting for games in January 2021, Sanneh is likely to start featuring later in February after his rehab.

  • Brian the new Physio

    Brian Otieno Odongo, 26, has joined Nairobi City Stars to serve as a Physiotherapist.

    In the past year Brian served Gor Mahia Youth in the same capacity while at the same time acting as an apprentice with the senior team.

    He previously served as a Physio at Amurt Health Care centre and he continues to serve at Muchatha Health Care, a facility he manages.

    “Brian has shown good professionalism since coming to City Stars and we are happy to engage his services for the upcoming season,” said club CEO Patrick Korir

    “Since his arrival a long list of players have since been attended to and have fully recovered from various concerns. We are happy at how they were attended to and are confident he will deliver from his corner.”

    Brian was quick to share his thoughts on the club as well as what he brings to the table.

    “I take this time to thank Nairobi City Stars for giving me this opportunity to serve as the club physiotherapist,”

    “I have seen them play in the past and liked how the club is organized. I therefore bring with me my vast knowledge and experience in Assessment, Diagnosis and treatment (Rehabilitation ) of various sports injuries that players pick from the game,”

    “I’m an inspiring clinician with a committed and passionate approach to my work.” added Brian

    Brian Odongo is the new team Physio
    Brian Otieno Odongo is the new City Stars Physio