The
influential Nairobi Senator Mike Mbuvi Sonko yesterday accompanied the GoTV
Shield Winners, Sofapaka Football Club to State House for a meeting with President-H.E
Uhuru M. Kenyatta.
In his address, Sonko that the president for his commitment to support the country's talents. Last month, Uhuru also hosted the 2014 Premier league winners Gor Mahia at State House and rewarded them handsomely.
“I feel very proud to
join soccer fans across the country in saluting the glorious achievement of the
club in winning the GoTV trophy which now gives you a ticket to represent the
country in CAF Confederations Cup”. Said Sonko.
On
Soccer development and leadership, Sonko had this to say “I urge the leadership of
the Football Kenya Federation to strive to ensure that soccer players who have
shown such vast potentials are properly nurtured, trained and developed to
represent the nation at higher levels in future international football
competitions. I therefore urge you to remain focused and work harder for future
glory. I challenge our leaders, politicians, professionals and the corporate
organizations to come out and support our local clubs”.
Yesterday,
Uhuru asked local football administrators to rise above wasteful squabbles and
assist young talent to exploit their potential. He urged soccer administrators to
work on modalities that will ensure the national football team and clubs shine
in both national and continental championships.
The
President congratulated Sofapaka for winning the GOtv Shield Cup and assured
them of his continued support as the team prepares to represent the country in
the secondary continental competition. Sofapaka will carry the Kenyan football
flag to the CAF Confederation Cup next year.
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