Gor Mahia midfielder Austin Odhiambo feels he has finally answered his critics, in the best way possible, after winning the 2023-2024 Football Kenya Federation Premier League’s Most Valuable Player (MVP) award.Odhiambo was crowned the best player, courtesy of the 12 goals and 13 assists he managed, in the concluded season where Gor retained their league title, stretching their record to 21.Much as the season was successful for Odhiambo, it was not a cozy ride at all as he lost his son earlier in the campaign and, had to deal with other off-the-pitch issues.##NAJAVA_MECA_8238580##The creative midfielder was on the receiving end of strong criticism from fans, especially when Harambee Stars head coach Engin Firat revealed that he had overlooked him for national duties due to his discipline.Despite all these, he put up a mighty fight on the pitch throughout the campaign, inspiring his side to win the league and, his efforts were rewarded in the end-of-season gala.Gor Mahia’s Austin Odhiambo dedicates MVP award to ailing motherOdhiambo considers winning on and off the pitch as the best answer to his critics.“I experienced difficulties in the season as a section of fans were talking ill of me unfairly but it never affected my performance. I would give my best and leave the rest to God. “I guess what I did on the pitch silenced them. The most important thing was concentrating on my performance on the pitch and doing everything possible for the team to win. The best way to answer to critics is winning,” he told Mozzart Sport in an exclusive interview.Somehow, Odhiambo is used to condemnation having played for the two biggest teams in the country.You are wrong, Ambani tells mutinous Gor Mahia playersHis time at AFC Leopards was riddled with censure especially when it emerged that Gor, who are Ingwe’s fiercest rivals, were courting him.The former national U20 player, says he has since developed a thick skin but he hopes his critics can go slow on him.“I think I am one of the most criticized players in the league and I am used to it,” he added.
