Nairobi City Stars midfielder Shem Odinga is elated to have made his top-flight debut over the weekend after returning to competitive football following a four-year hiatus.Odinga signed for Simba wa Nairobi in January, making his return to football after four years, during which he last played for FC Talanta in the second tier during the COVID-19 period.##NAJAVA_MECA_7899431##He was introduced in the 85th minute against Gor Mahia in the 1-0 loss, and the defensive midfielder was thrilled to finally experience the Kenyan Premier League.“It’s exciting to have made my debut for Simba wa Nairobi on Saturday against Gor Mahia. I felt no pressure at all, and I loved the experience and the system of play,” he told the club’s official website.The player is looking forward to gaining more minutes on the pitch in the remaining 12 FKF Premier League games.“After this first game, I am now looking forward to more minutes and games,” said Odinga.Former FC Talanta defensive midfielder Shem Odinga makes a comeback to competitive football after joining Nairobi City Stars. pic.twitter.com/gc6qMsaWpn— Meshack Kisenge (@kisengemeshack1) February 16, 2024 The player also discussed his move to City Stars. He says once he learned of interest from the Nicholas Muyoti-led team, it was an easy decision for him to make the switch to the club because their system of play fits him well.“Joining City Stars was easy for me because the system of play fits me. I did not think twice about joining the club, especially after I was informed that they had scouted me and had made an inquiry about my services,” he added.He also intends to achieve much for the remainder of the campaign, with the league title still mathematically within City Stars’ reach.“I had to grab it immediately, and I am so happy to be with this amazing team, Simba wa Nairobi. I believe I will achieve a lot by the end of the season,” added Odinga.City Stars’ next league game is against the Kariobangi Sharks on March 2nd.
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