Kevin Wangaya was undoubtedly Rising Stars’ best player in the three Group B matches the team played at the U20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON U20) in Egypt. The central defensive midfielder, who can also play at an advanced midfield position, had eye-catching performances in the three matches against Morocco, Tunisia, and Nigeria. Follow our WhatsApp channel for more news Despite playing deep in midfield, Wangaya joined winger Hassan Beja and forward Lawrence Ouma in having two goal involvements in the tournament, as he bagged an assist and a goal in matches against Morocco and Tunisia, respectively. He was named man-of-the-match in the group stage encounter against Tunisia, where he netted the opening goal inside the first five minutes after kick-off. ##NAJAVA_MECA_8916380##Wangaya, who was the sole unattached player in the team, told Mozzart Sport that he had invested hopes of his show in Egypt to secure him a move in the off-season transfer window. Having tasted football in Europe, Wangaya, who featured for Albania’s FK Apolonia last year, can only hope for a better, bigger, and a move that will give him a career breakthrough. “I am happy with my performances and the support the team gave me on and off the pitch. What I did on the pitch is there for all to see. I remain hopeful of getting offers,” said Wangaya. Kenya U20 coach lists four lessons picked from U20 AFCONThis was not the first time for the former Kariobangi Sharks midfielder to capture the attention of Kenyans, as he put in a decent show in the qualifiers held in October last year in Tanzania. His superb free kick goal against Tanzania coupled by a solid performances saw him endear himself to football enthusiasts, who have been calling for his elevation to the Harambee Stars. Kenya U20 coach’s appeal to FKF after U20 AFCON exitAlthough Stars were eliminated from the AFCON early, Wangaya says the team is destined for a bright future.”This was the first time we were playing together. We began during the qualifiers, and some players were in the U18 team. I think if we continue being together, we’ll achieve great things in the future,” added Wangaya.
