Long-serving National Super League (NSL) goalkeeper Omar Ligingo has officially hung up his gloves following a glittering thirteen-year career.Ligingo announced on Monday afternoon through a long, touching Facebook post that paid glowing tribute to his family, fans and coaches he interacted with during the playing time.The shot-stopper known for his antics and cat-like reflexes in goal featured for Sofapaka, Modern Coast Rangers (Mombasa Elite), Nairobi City Stars, Horsed in Somalia, the now-defunct Nairobi Stima, FC Talanta, Malindi United and Kibera Black Stars.“Today is a difficult day for me, but it is also a day of reflection and gratitude. During my 13 years as a football player, I’ve always pursued success and winning football games while preparing and training with the highest standards of competition, passion and perseverance.”“It has been an honour to represent my family, my teammates and the fans who supported me. With much sadness but without regret, I say this with a heavy heart. I have chosen to end my football career,” read a post on his Facebook page.“This decision is mine alone, and although I know this will not bring me happiness, it is the right and honourable action to take at this time in my life. I cherished every moment of my football career, and it has been such a blessing to play the game for as long as I have played. I anxiously look forward to the next chapter of my life.”Head coach Collins Omondi reveals what cost Naivas in the playoffsHe added, “Reflecting on my 13 years in football and all that was required to reach my current situation reminded me of the many people to whom I owe humble, sincere gratitude. My mother and late father provided me with the perfect combination of love and discipline and taught me what hard work and persistence truly are.”“All that I am and everything I have done is because of them. Every time I put on a uniform, I have always strived to honour them and the principles they stand for, and I can only hope that I haven’t let them down.”The goalkeeper also took time to hail his family for their unwavering support: “My brothers and sisters have each greatly helped me in a variety of ways. All of them have been influential. They have given me support through every phase of my football journey. I owe them a lot & feel very lucky to have them as my siblings. I want to say “thank you” to all the Teams, the coaches, and the players that we shared on the stage,” he signed out.Ligingo is poised to turn a new chapter in his career by venturing into coaching, He is currently shaping up young talents for his home side, Pumwani Sports Club.##NAJAVA_MECA_8213801##
