Junior Stars wingback Baron Ochieng has disclosed that he has his eyes set on the 2025 Under 20 World Cup after earning qualification to the 2025 Under 20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) that will be held in Ivory Coast.Ochieng was part of the Kenyan squad that achieved the historic AFCON qualification after emerging as runners up in the CECAFA region.##NAJAVA_MECA_8605354##The Sofapaka midfielder is not yet a satisfied man and now eyes to compete in the global stage now that the continental tourney is guaranteed.In an exclusive interview with Mozzart Sport, he shared his thoughts on the growth that he has had, as well as his ambitions going forward.Early signs of hope ended up in smoke – Harambee Stars in 2024“It is a big achievement. As a player, we always work hard and pray that we grow each and every day. I am happy with the progress we have made with the under 20.We are also working hard and looking forward to creating another history by taking Kenya to the World Cup, which will open more doors for everyone,” said Ochieng.Preceding the AFCON qualifiers, Ochieng left the continent in July to attend trials with Swedish side Vasteras SK, but returned to Sofapaka after booking Kenya’s space in AFCON.The Dagoretti High School alumnus was coy on the progress of the matter, but hinted at leaving for professional football sooner rather than later.“Good things are coming up. You know I cannot talk before everything materializes and I am unveiled, but there are brighter days ahead. I went there, I did my best and left everything to God,” he revealed.3K eyeing new strikers to revive title hopes after slumpOchieng is represented by Swedish agency RMJ Sports who are working round the clock to get a suitable destination for him in Sweden and Europe at large.Ochieng was with the Harambee Stars squad that is in camp in preparation of competing in the special edition of the Mapinduzi Cup that will begin on Friday 3 January 2025 in Tanzania.Back in the local league, the overlapping defender has one goal and two assists to his name this season and has been part of Sofapaka’s resurgence this season that leaves them at position seven with 21 points after 15 rounds of matches.Kalekwa warns clubs that luring rising star from Sofapaka will be costly
