The 2020/21 FKF Premier League campaign started three weeks ago before it took a break to allow the national team, Harambee Stars prepare for the World Cup qualifiers against Mali that unfortunately ended in defeats. WCQ2022: Talking points from Harambee Stars’ home defeat to MaliThe league resumes on Friday afternoon and Mozzart Sport takes a look at a few young talents who will be gracing the top tier for the time. These are players with exceptional talents and could become key for their respective clubs.Issa Rashid Lumumba (Kariobangi Sharks)Lumumba joined Sharks from St. Anthony’s Boys Kitale a few weeks ago and made his Sharks’ debut as a late sub in the 1-0 win over Posta Rangers. He is a deep-lying midfielder but can also play in an advanced midfield position as was the case during the Copa Copa Cola U16 Africa Championship that was staged in Nakuru in 2018. With St. Anthony’s boasting of a Lucas Maina and Wisdom Naya combination, Lumumba was pushed forward to play behind Jacob Onyango, who has since joined Sofapaka.Kenya’s Issa Rashid Lumumba doing his thing before scoring the fastest goal of the tournament… 29 seconds…. #COOACOLATOURNAMENT— Jeff Mogire (@MogireJeff) December 12, 2018 Robert Karisa Ponda (Sofapaka)The 20-year old Ponda made a name for himself with Ruiru Hotstars in Division One before Sofapaka came calling. The striker scored 23 goals in Division One and has already scored a couple for Batoto ba Mungu in pre-season. He is clinical, with quick feet and FKF PL strikers will have to keep an eye on him.🚨 | OFFICIAL COMMUNICATION💪 | Strengthening our striking department✍️ | We are glad to announce that we have completed the signing of youthful forward Karisa Robert Kaindi on a three-year deal from Ruiru Hotstars.👏 Karibu Ponda@betikaKe@OyandoRonny #BatotoBaMungu pic.twitter.com/uawVPY4jyP— Sofapaka FC (@FC_Sofapaka) September 28, 2021 Ken Wanyonyi (Nzoia Sugar)The striker was a surprise inclusion when coach Stanley Okumbi named his preliminary Cecafa U23 squad. After impressing for Bungoma Super Stars, Nzoia Sugar went for his signature; ironically he was signed to replace his elder brother Hillary Simiyu who equally joined Nzoia from SuperStars before leaving for Ulinzi. He is a fast and workaholic forward.Kenya U23 squad for the CECAFA U23 Championships in EthiopiaLots of KPL /NSL experience in the squad but also good to see two Div 1 players with Francis Mwangi of Mwatate United and Ken Wanyonyi of Bungoma Superstars pic.twitter.com/M4aDvpKVIA— Steve Ruigu Njuguna (@Joashnjuguna) June 20, 2021 Enock Masinza (Kakamega Homeboyz)The left-back was acquired from Green Commandos FC. He is known for his marauding runs down the left and is also a very good set-piece taker. Homeboyz are confident that he will compete with Thomas Wainaina for the left-back slot.Update:NSL MVP Portipher Odhiambo is now a Kakamega Homeboyz player. He joins alongside Enock Masinza who comes in from Green Commandos.#AbanaBeingo pic.twitter.com/YMyFMhjrKn— Kakamega Homeboyz FC (@FcHomeboyz) September 18, 2021 Erickson Mulu (Wazito FC)The left-back joined Francis Kimanzi’s side after returning from Spain where he was with FC Malaga City. Mulu is a quick and skillful left-back who could take the FKFPL by storm. He however has Levin Odhiambo to compete with for the left-back berth. From Ligi Ndogo to Spain, Mulu now plots to revive career at WazitoErickson Mulu amejiunga na Wazito FC akitokea klabu ya FC Malaga City ya Uhispania. pic.twitter.com/PjRLMoCFgP— Mozzart Bet Kenya (@mozzartbetkenya) September 23, 2021 Portipher Odhiambo (Kakamega Homeboyz)The central defender was named National Super League (NSL) MVP last season after helping Vihiga Bullets earn promotion to the top tier. Although he may have to fight for his place in the team in the early days of his career, Odhiambo has the quality to take the top tier by storm. He is strong in the air, a good tackler, and reads the game well. He is also a good passer of the ball.Vihiga Bullets defender Portipher Odhiambo is the National Super League MVP. Walks home with 1 million Bob#NSLAWARDS— Ole Teya (@Kevin_teya) September 15, 2021 Enock Wanyama (Kariobangi Sharks)The attacking midfielder is already a household name in Kenyan football although he is yet to make his top-flight debut. He attended trials outside the country severally before finally opting to join Sharks. He is a great dribbler who creates and scores goals and should he earn his players in coach William Muluya’s side, then he will be one to keep an eye on.Kenya U20 star Enock Wanyama is currently on trials at Slovakia top-tier side FK Pohronie #StarsAbroad pic.twitter.com/YlghlAUQOZ— Jeff Kinyanjui (@Nyash88) June 1, 2021 Hassan Beja (Nzoia Sugar)The attacker joined Nzoia from Lugulu. He is pacy and blessed with trickery to unlock defences. He made his top-flight bow against Ulinzi Stars three weeks ago and he is definitely one to keep an eye on.Some young, new talents to keep an eye on. Erickson Mulu- LB/LW- Wazito FC Hassan Beja – AM-(Nzoia Sugar FC)Enock Wanyama-AM (Kariobangi Sharks)Jacob Onyango-Str- (Sofapaka) Vincent Otieno Owino-DM(FC Talanta) Tony Naibei-CM- (Vihiga Bullets)— Ole Teya (@Kevin_teya) September 25, 2021 Jacob Onyango (Sofapaka)Onyango joins Sofapaka from St. Antony’s Boys Kitale. He is a powerful striker, who is clinical in front of goal. He has a big frame which makes it hard for defenders to handle him during set-pieces.And it’s Jacob Onyango that gives Kenya the lead against Uganda with a very wonderful goal! Mark this name, one for the future #COPAAfrica2018— Jeff Kinyanjui (@Nyash88) December 13, 2018 Vincent Owino (FC Talanta)The defensive midfielder was signed from Fortune Sacco FC. He is strong, a workaholic screens his back four well, and loves to initiates attacks. Due to his strength, he is good when defending set-piecesMidfielder of the year. The nominees are :Antony Gicho (FC Talanta)Bonface Kweyu (Vihiga Bullets FC) Brian Michira (Shabana FC)Daniel Mutahi (Gusii FC)Vincent Owino (Fortune Sacco FC #FKFPLAwards— Tabitha Wanjiru. (@Kimutaimeli4) September 14, 2021
