Kelly Madada confident of ending AFC Leopards’ 26-year title drought

AFC Leopards teenage sensation Kelly Madada has set his sights on helping Ingwe win the FKF Premier League title after a barren spell spanning 26 years.The youngster was not born when AFC Leopards last won the Premier League but is determined to break the jinx.”Felt like a loss”: Ambani frustrated after Ingwe drop points yet againIngwe last won the league in 1998. Despite enjoying passionate fan support, they have since failed to sparkle.Their lack of success extends to the Mozzart Bet Cup, which they have failed to win for seven consecutive seasons, denying them a chance to represent Kenya in continental competitions.##NAJAVA_MECA_8577481##Madada is however determined to make his mark. Despite his inexperience in top-tier football, he has already shown promise with an impressive start to the season.The youngster’s breakout performance came on Wednesday 11 December at Dandora Stadium, where he dazzled fans with two assists in Leopards’ 4-1 demolition of Tusker.Victor Wanyama among sporting legends invited for CAF Awards in MarrakechBefore this, he had only been handed brief appearances, but his flashes of brilliance left fans demanding more playing time for the youngster. When given the chance, he did not disappoint.“I want to be remembered as the player who helped Leopards win their 13th league title. Most of us weren’t born the last time the club won it, but we are determined to write history this season. We have what it takes,” he told SportsBoom.##NAJAVA_MECA_8577482##Madada also expressed confidence in interim coach Fred Ambani, who stepped in after Tomas Trucha’s departure two weeks ago.Ambani, a former Leopards player was part of the squad that last won the league. He has steadied the ship, guiding the team to two wins and a draw in his first three matches.Engin Firat slaps FKF with huge financial demands, threatens FIFA move“We’ve been performing well since he took over. Not only are we getting results, but we’re also playing good football. He knows what it takes to win the title, and his experience and connection to the club are invaluable,” he continued.##NAJAVA_MECA_8577478##Beyond club success, Madada has his sights set on the national team after being a key player for Kenya’s U20 Rising Stars, helping them secure a spot in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after finishing second in the CECAFA qualifiers.While Kenya lost 2-1 to Tanzania in the final, the Rising Stars’ qualification was a major milestone.Michael Olunga on whether he will pursue engineering after football retirementMadada hopes to graduate to the senior Harambee Stars next year, inspired by his teammate Hassan Beja, who has represented both the junior and senior national teams.“I’m working hard to earn a call-up to the senior team. If my friend Beja has done it, I believe I can too,” he positively remarked.##NAJAVA_MECA_8577477##With the World Cup qualifiers resuming in March, the youngster is determined to showcase his talent and make his dream come true.

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