FC Talanta striker Erick Otieno has admitted that the early fight for relegation with his club is taking a toll on him but even so exuded confidence that the team will get out of it.Talanta find themselves in the second last position of the 18-team league with just 10 points after an equal number of games. In fact, only goal difference separates them from the bottom placed Posta Rangers.Football is in right hands, declares Hussein Mohammed after wining FKF presidencyThe Jackline Juma-coached side is right in the middle of the relegation matrix. They have only recorded two wins so far this season, drawn four and tasted defeat in four.In an exclusive interview with Mozzart Sport after Talanta 3-2 loss to Gor Mahia, Otieno admitted the psychological torture that comes with the unfamiliar territory for him.“It is taking a toll on me because for three seasons, I finished at number one and twice as number two and also played in the Mozzart Bet Cup finals so it drains me sometimes but I know we will pick up in our upcoming games,” he stated.##NAJAVA_MECA_8555165##The former Wazito FC striker joined Talanta in the off-season transfer window from Tusker FC where he had spent three seasons as Juma was bolstering her squad for the season.However, the former Brewer is backing his team to overcome their current predicaments and believes that better days lie ahead.“We have not had a good start to the season but I am sure we will get better. We have a good team with good understanding and unity and I am sure it is only a matter of time before we turn around results,” he added.Harambee Stars coach Firat blames FKF Elections for growing calls to sack himOtieno was one of the substitutes who came on in the second half in their match against the defending champions as Talanta gave a better improved performance, scored a goal but the damage had already been done in the opening half.Up next for Talanta is a trip to Gusii Stadium in Kisii to face Shabana FC on Sunday 8 December 2024.
