Gor Mahia leftback Geoffrey “Simiti” Ochieng has been included in the Harambee Stars squad that leaves the country on Thursday 21 March for the Four Nations Tournament in Malawi.He replaces Erick “Marcelo” Ouma who did not make it to camp after sustaining an injury while playing club football in Poland.Gor Mahia confirmed Ochieng’s call up on their socials; “Congratulations Geoffrey Ochieng’ on your call-up to the National Team,” they tweeted.Harambee Stars coach Engin Firat said the absence of Marcelo in the team is a big blow as he is a key player in his team and plans.Olunga welcomes Avire, Ayunga inclusion in Harambee Stars squad”We wanted to experiment with a back 3 in the four-nation tournament, but we can’t proceed without Marcelo (Erick Ouma). We’ll have to adopt a new approach, something different,” he said.Other players who are doubtful to feature in the four nations tournament are Dennis Nganga and Daniel Anyembe. The two are in camp but are recovering from foot injuries.##NAJAVA_MECA_7967951##The coach however is impressed with the work rate of new call ups like Murang’a Seal goalkeeper Bonphas Munyasa,Kayci Odhiambo, Chris Erambo and Jonah Ayunga.”It is important to have some new players and I am happy with how they are working. It is a good opportunity to try some new things – we will try some new faces and options in the tournament. Football is not about 11 players, sometimes you have key players injured so therefore it is veryt important to have a good pool to choose from. This tournament gives us a chance to prepare for the World Cup qualifiers in June.” He said.Harambee Stars will face Burundi and Ivory Coast in World Cup qualifiers in June.Jonah Ayunga eager to make father proud ahead of Harambee Stars debut
