Ambitious National Super League (NSL) side Nairobi United has appointed former Nairobi City Stars head coach Nicholas Muyoti as their new manager, just days after he resigned from Simba wa Nairobi. Muyoti stepped down following a 2-1 defeat to Posta Rangers in Machakos, ending his three-year tenure with the Kawangware-based club.##NAJAVA_MECA_8633275##”As a team, we aimed to improve on last season’s performance, but despite our efforts, the results have not been favourable,” said Muyoti, a former AFC Leopards captain.”After much reflection and consultations, I requested the management to allow me to step down, and they have respected my decision. I am grateful for the journey we’ve shared, and I wish the team all the best moving forward,” added the CAF ‘B’ licensed coach.Three days after his resignation, Muyoti joined Nairobi United, replacing Edwin Mwaura, who will now serve as an assistant coach.AFC Leopards forward opts to stay after failing to force move out of IngweA club official, speaking anonymously to Mozzart Sport, confirmed the appointment. “Yes, it’s a done deal. Muyoti is our new coach. He is someone we have admired for a long time, and we are delighted that he has finally agreed to join us.” “We won’t make many changes to the technical bench, just minor adjustments to ensure continuity,” the official said.The club has high hopes in Muyoti, with the ultimate goal of securing promotion to the FKF Premier League next season.”We believe he is the right person to lead us, and we will provide him with all the support necessary to achieve our team’s target,” the source added.D-DAY: Details of Wednesday’s CHAN draw set to be conducted in NairobiMuyoti has previously coached several clubs, including the now-defunct Oserian FC, Thika United, Nzoia Sugar FC, Zetech FC, and Kakamega Homeboyz.In addition to Muyoti, the club has brought in Joseph Ruto, former Posta Rangers goalkeeper trainer, to strengthen the technical team.”Ruto is an experienced trainer, and we believe he will add quality to the team as we work towards our common goal,” the club official concluded.Nairobi United will face Vihiga United on Sunday.Gor Mahia’s invincible winning coach expresses interest in Harambee Stars job
