Nairobi City Stars have received a significant morale boost ahead of their upcoming Football Kenya Federation Premier League (FKFPL) clash against Ulinzi Stars this Sunday, as dependable central defender Edwin Buliba has been given the green light to resume action for the remaining league fixtures.Buliba, a consistent presence in coach Nicholas Muyoti’s lineup during the initial phase of the league, was sidelined for three and a half months due to an injury setback.##NAJAVA_MECA_8073052##His last appearance for Simba Wa Nairobi was in January, during their encounter against the AFC Leopards, where, despite his efforts, they suffered a 2-0 defeat.Unfortunately, he picked up an injury during training sessions following his absence from a match against Shabana FC due to accumulated cards.MOFA’s Omar Ali and Jefta Ochieng head abroad for trialThis injury forced the towering defender to miss eight subsequent games for the Nairobi-based club, including victories against Bandari, Murang’a Seal, and FC Talanta, as well as draws against Bidco United and Kariobangi Sharks.His absence was keenly felt as Nairobi City Stars dropped crucial points against league leaders Gor Mahia and Muhoroni Youth.”I have been sidelined recovering from an injury but have now received clearance from the team doctors,” stated Buliba on the club’s website.Now fully fit and back in training, Buliba is determined to reclaim his spot in the starting lineup, although he anticipates stiff competition given Nairobi’s impressive defensive record, boasting five clean sheets in the eight matches he missed.”I am back to full fitness and have resumed training. My main objective now is to earn my place back in the team for the remaining league fixtures,” Buliba emphasized.AFC Leopards and Gor Mahia slapped with massive bills after Mashemeji Derby chaosAt the time of his injury following the match against Leopards, Buliba had featured in 15 games this season, accumulating a total of 1,206 regular minutes on the field. Throughout four seasons, he has amassed an impressive tally of 55 appearances in the Kenyan top-flight, all with City Stars.##EDITORS_CHOICE##
