Football Kenya Federation Premier League (FKFPL) side Ulinzi Stars have completed the signing of goalkeeper Issa Emuria from National Super League (NSL) outfit Rainbow FC, the club has announced.The former Mombasa Elite shot-stopper acquisition was necessary after Stephen Otieno picked up a cruciate ligament tear keeping him out for the remainder of the season.##NAJAVA_MECA_7845133##The custodian was in top form with the four-time FKF Premier League champions before picking up an injury during his side’s 1-0 loss to Bidco United in November at the Ulinzi Sports Complex.The injury had left the soldiers with two proper goalkeepers: Michael Wanyika and the experienced James Saruni and after days of negotiations, they landed their target man who had been training with the team for months now.A delighted Ulinzi Stars took to their socials praising the technical ability of the youngster who has an impressive track record since his time at St. Anthony’s Boys Kitale.𝐈𝐒𝐒𝐀 𝐄𝐌𝐔𝐑𝐈𝐀 𝐇𝐀𝐒 𝐀𝐑𝐑𝐈𝐕𝐄𝐃 ♥️✍️We are delighted to announce the signing of 𝐈𝐒𝐒𝐀 𝐄𝐌𝐔𝐑𝐈𝐀 from Rainbow F.C 🌟 Get ready for a symphony of skill on the post as this young sensation brings a unique melody to our squad! ⚽🔥 #GBUS pic.twitter.com/UlIMvrwtsi— Ulinzi Stars FC (@UlinziStarsFC) February 4, 2024 Viewed as a modern goalkeeper, Emuria boosts quick reflexes and excellent positioning skills that have made him the best among his peers, and a move to Ulinzi is a fulfillment of his aspirations as highlighted back in 2018.”My dream team is Ulinzi Stars. My role model is Jacktone Odhiambo, and I aspire to join Ulinzi Stars in the Kenyan Premier League,” he stated during an interview at the Copa Coca-Cola African U16 Championship in Nakuru.Dream come true for EmuriaUlinzi Stars FC have secured the signing of goalkeeper Issa Emuria from Rainbow FC, fulfilling a long-standing dream for the talented keeper. Back in 2018, while schooling at St. Anthony’s Boys Kitale, Emuria expressed his aspiration to play for the… pic.twitter.com/POM4Xf4p5t— Ole Teya (@TeyaKevin) February 4, 2024 His addition to the military outfit breathes a sign of relief to the fans who have seen the team concede 16 goals in 19 league matches leaving the club with a zero-goal difference.He leaves Rainbow having collected five clean sheets in 14 league games though missed some matches due to injury and squad rotation.Gor Mahia coach laments costly errors in defeat to Police FCEmuria is a fourth addition to the soldiers following the arrivals of Edward Odhiambo from Division Two side Vickers FC, 18-year-old Javan Omondi from St. Antony’s Boys, and Leshan Mootian from Kahawa United. Bernard Ongoma and Masita Masuta are also back with the team after missing the first leg due to military engagements.
