Harambee Stars coach Engin Firat is optimistic about the impact John Avire will have on the team following his return after nearly five years.Avire, who last featured for the national team during AFCON 2019 in Egypt, brings with him a blend of speed and strength that Firat believes will significantly enhance the team’s performance.”He is very fast and strong and will definitely improve the team,” Firat remarked.KCB ordered to pay former player Erick Maina close to a million shillingsHe expressed confidence that Avire’s presence will be particularly crucial in applying pressure on opponents – a tactical aspect Firat considers essential for success in modern football.”He will be very important especially when pressing opponents.” The Harambee Stars tactician added.##NAJAVA_MECA_7975084##Avire’s reintroduction into the Harambee Stars squad comes at a crucial juncture as the team prepares for World Cup qualifiers against Burundi and Ivory Coast in June. Firat believes that Avire’s previous experience with the national team, coupled with his skill set, makes him a valuable addition to the lineup.Jonah Ayunga eager to make father proud ahead of Harambee Stars debutHe made the cut for the final squad that is in Malawi for the Four Nations Tournament but will have to fight for a starting berth as Firat has a plethora of deadly strikers to choose from led by team captain Michael Olunga who plays his club football for Al Duhail in Doha, Qatar. The others are former Brighton & Hove Albion forward Jonah Ayunga who is now in the books of Scottish Premier League side St Mirren and Gor Mahia striker Benson Omala.Harambee Stars kicks off its Four Nations Tournament campaign against hosts Malawi on Saturday 23 March at 4PM EAT.EXCLUSIVE: Kenya U20 coach Salim Babu admits delay in passport renewal
