Shabana FC winger James Mazembe has listed the two qualities that a player may need in order to successfully play for Shabana.The Kakamega High School alumnus joined the Glamour Boys in the off-season transfer window after parting ways with KCB and with 15 rounds already played in the league so far, he is in a better position to know the demands of the club.In an interview with Mozzart Sport, the Copa Coca-Cola graduate says everyone has a chance to thrive at Shabana with these key ingredients.How former Harambee Stars captain Musa Otieno is spreading gospel through football“Playing for a club of this calibre calls for a player to have character. You must also be able to perform consistently under pressure. I personally believe it is a good environment for anyone who aspires to be a big player,” said Mazembe.The Kenyan international also assessed the team’s state and progress this season while also disclosing the factor behind their improved performances, especially in the last two months.“We now have a solid team that has a unity of purpose. Every member of the squad knows what is expected of us both from the coach and the fans. Shabana is a big team and we must always work hard to put smiles on their faces,” he stated.##NAJAVA_MECA_8609947##The former Kariobangi Sharks winger also had a word of appreciation to Shabana fans and urged them to continue rallying behind the team.“Our fans have been great. They were with us during difficult times. We have been able to make them a little happy in recent matches but we can do better. I want to urge them to keep supporting us and filling the stadium as they have always done,” he said.The former Nairobi City Stars man has had a new leaf of life since Okidi took over the team. He has excelled in his new left back role and has served as a source of crosses into the box from the left side of the pitch as part of Shabana’s attacking tactics.How Benni McCarthy’s expected appointment is a blessing to Harambee StarsShabana are currently ninth on the FKF Premier League table with 20 points and face 12-time league champions Tusker FC in their next match set for Friday 10 January 2025 at Gusii Stadium.