With the FKF Premier League season reaching a critical point, struggling debutants Mara Sugar have turned to experienced coach Edward Manoah in a bid to steer clear of relegation danger.The appointment comes as the club seeks to arrest a worrying dip in form that has left them just four points above the drop zone.Follow Our WhatsApp Channel For More NewsAccording to a well-placed source within the club who sought anonymity, Manoah has been officially confirmed as head coach, taking over from George Midenyo, who was dismissed three months ago following a spate of poor results.TACTICAL ANALYSIS: Kenya U20’s brilliant game plan against MoroccoDespite briefly handing the reins to 2024 title-winning coach Benedict Wanjala in an acting capacity, the team failed to rediscover the spark that defined their early season promise.Wanjala will now serve as Manoah’s assistant, forming a technical bench that blends youthful insight with seasoned leadership.”It’s true, Manoah has been appointed as the new head coach,” the source revealed. “He has already assumed his duties and led the team in training on friday morning.” Our first New Month assignment will be a home match against the Soldiers.#MaraSugar✊ pic.twitter.com/aBk8ma2GdY— Mara Sugar Fc (@MaraSugarfc) May 2, 2025 Manoah, who holds a CAF A coaching license, brings a wealth of experience from his previous roles at Vihiga United where he won the NSL championship in 2017 and Kakamega Homeboyz (as technical director) winning the Mozzart Bet Cup in 2023.His arrival is seen as a strategic effort to bring stability and tactical acumen to a side that has shown glimpses of quality but lacked consistency.##NAJAVA_MECA_8901142##His first assignment will be a crucial home clash against Ulinzi Stars on Sunday, 4 May , a match that could prove pivotal in the club’s survival campaign.Currently 14th in the standings with 30 points, Mara Sugar are under mounting pressure as they seek to avoid an immediate return to the lower division.
