Kakamega Homeboyz center-back Brian Eshihanda has expressed his desire to earn his first call-up to the Harambee Stars and make his debut ahead of this year’s CECAFA Senior Challenge.Despite being one of the premier central defenders in the Football Kenya Federation Premier League, Eshihanda has yet to receive a national team call-up at any level.##NAJAVA_MECA_8148131##He currently leads the league’s defenders in scoring this season, with six goals mainly from set pieces. Additionally, he showcases strong defensive and leadership abilities, captaining Homeboyz in the absence of Moses Mudavadi.With the Stars set to participate in the regional tournament after a five-year hiatus, Eshihanda aims to use the remaining three league matches to convince coach Engin Firat of his readiness for national team duties.The championship, scheduled between Saturday, June 29, and July 14 in Zanzibar, is a stage Eshihanda fervently hopes to grace with the Stars.Gor Mahia defender sings coach Mckinstry’s praiseEshihanda, who harbored hopes of inclusion in the ongoing World Cup qualifiers, revealed his eagerness to help Homeboyz maintain clean sheets for the remainder of the season and potentially contribute more goals.”If there’s a call I’ve been patiently awaiting, it’s from the national team head coach. I’ve been working hard for it, and I’m hopeful for consideration in the CECAFA tournament,” he told Mozzart Sport.Furthermore, Eshihanda relies on his limited continental experience to bolster his chances. He featured in the CAF Confederation Cup preliminary rounds against Libya’s Al Ahly Benghazi and Abana Abeingo earlier in the campaign.Homeboyz will conclude the season with matches against Nairobi City Stars, league debutants Murang’a Seal, and twelve-time champions Tusker.Kisumu All Starlets crowned FKF Women’s National Super League champions
