Shabana FC head coach Peter Okidi has set his eyes on creating history by guiding the club to their first-ever FKF Premier League title.In their 53 years of existence, the Glamour Boys are yet to taste a league title and their head coach feels now is the time to bring the valuable gong to Shabana’s trophy cabinet.Anthony ‘Modo’ Kimani on what Harambee Stars need to be ready for CHANThe former Nakuru All Stars tactician revealed that their purpose in the current campaign is not just to be participants but to clinch the ultimate prize.“Most importantly, we are in this league to compete. We are not here to fight relegation, neither are we fighting to remain in the league, we are here to fight for the title,” Okidi told Kangwana Media.##NAJAVA_MECA_8650493##The former Nakuru Bucks coach was speaking after his side managed to register a draw away to Bandari FC on Sunday 19 January 2025.Dangerman Brian Michira gave Shabana the lead inside the first minute but Mohamed Siraj’s 70th minute goal ensured that the spoils were shared at a packed Mbaraki Sports Club.Musonye explains how Tanzania and Uganda’s unpreparedness led to CHAN postponementOkidi was pleased with the performance that his side showcased on the day and for getting his tactics right.“We got it right in the opening minutes. We knew the weather would catch up with us so we decided to try and score before it happened and you could see we did not have our usual speed in the match. ##NAJAVA_MECA_8650527##We also had other chances to increase the scoreline but I am content with the point against a tough opponent,” he stated.The tactician also had kind words for the Dockers for how they turned up in the match.REPORTS: Kazakhstan giants table hundreds of millions for Harambee Stars left back“When you play against a team like Bandari that also possesses, then you get to also gauge your tactics.”Further, Okidi revealed why he has a penchant for young players whom he continues to give chances and their space in modern football.##NAJAVA_MECA_8650513##“Football mostly revolves around young players currently, even globally. You also need to blend in with experienced ones but younger players bring more energy to the team,” he concluded.Shabana will proceed with their title push when they take on Sofapaka in their next league match set for Sunday 26 January at Dandora Stadium.
