Football Kenya Federation Premier League (FKFPL) debutants Mara Sugar FC have beefed up their squad with two new signings in an attempt to avoid relegation in their maiden top-flight season.The league debutants have roped in Cliff Otieno, a former Muhoroni Youth and Nzoia Sugar FC right back, and Sofapaka custodian Evans Omondi in a bid to bolster their ranks.Fans vent out frustrations after Harambee Starlets draw against TunisiaThe Sugar Millers announced the duo’s arrival on their Facebook page hours before the first match of the 2025 Mozzart Bet Cup edition.Mara will begin their domestic cup campaign on Sunday 22 February when they face Webuye Sportiff in Round of 64 tie.##NAJAVA_MECA_8725834##”We’re delighted to announce the signing of Cliff Otieno from Nzoia Sugar FC. The juvenile right back will provide width, support, and solidity to our squad,” read Cliff’s unveiling.”We are enthusiastic to announce the signing of goalkeeper Evans Omondi from Sofapaka FC. How former Kariobangi Sharks winger intends to cure language barrier in FranceA strong shot-stopper with excellent technique, distribution, and positioning adds a lot of quality and experience to our goalkeeping department. Warm welcome, Evans!,” Mara posted.The league newbies have made the two acquisitions in order to improve their performance and, as a result, mark a notable finale to their maiden top-flight season as the FKFPL 2024-25 campaign enters its final stretch.##NAJAVA_MECA_8725831##The two new signings bring Mara’s mid-season transfer window additions to five.Prior to the duo’s arrival, coach Benedict Wanjala had already recruited an experienced trio of Steve Otieno, Harun Thomas, and Christopher Raila.Mariga tips Harambee Stars midfielder to flourish in Champions League after multi-million move in EuropeThe 2023/24 National Super League (NSL) champions have recently been blowing hot and cold, unlike their impressive start to the season, which has significantly seen them tumble out of the top half of the table standings to 11th with 26 points.They are precariously sitting only four points away from a playoff berth and seven from relegation quagmire.##NAJAVA_MECA_8725901##After a valiant recovery to get a draw on the road against Posta Rangers, Mara will try to resume winning ways after the cup matches when they face relegation-threatened Bidco United.
