The future of Kenyan coach Francis Kimanzi and his assistant Yusuf Chipo, at Tanzanian club Tabora United, hangs in the balance after they missed Friday’s game against JKT Tanzania, which they lost 4-2.There is conflicting information regarding the reason for their absence. Some reports suggest they were suspended by the club hierarchy due to the team’s poor performance, while others indicate they had to sit out due to an issue with their licenses—a claim that seems unlikely since Kimanzi holds a UEFA License.##NAJAVA_MECA_8424544##Both Kimanzi and Chipo were present at the stadium for the match against JKT but sat in the stands as they helplessly watched Tabora suffer their heaviest defeat of the season. The result left them 11th in the TPL standings with eight points from an equal number of matches.A source familiar with the situation told Mozzart Sport, “There’s an ongoing issue between the club and the two coaches. While the details remain unclear, it’s evident that something is brewing. The coming week will be crucial in determining whether they will remain with the club or if changes will be made.”The team has been struggling in the Tanzanian league for weeks, winless in their last five games, three of which were defeats. There have been murmurs that the Kenyan coaching pair could be dismissed, and these grew louder on Friday when they missed the match against JKT. It will be interesting to see what unfolds as the team prepares to face Pamba Jiji at home on Wednesday.Supremacy struggles between FKF and Shabana threaten future of Kenyan footballThe duo joined Tabora United in August. Kimanzi, who had been in charge of Mathare United for most of the pre-season, handed over the team to John Kamau after finalizing signings and setting up the squad for their return to the top flight. He then moved to Tanzania, taking on the Tabora job, his first position outside Kenyan borders.In the seven matches under his charge, Kimanzi has managed two wins over Namungo and Kagera Sugar and a draw with Tanzania Prisons. He lost to Simba, Singida, and Dodoma Jiji.KCB midfielder Faraj Ominde dedicates maiden league goal to late mother
