Former Harambee Stars captain Victor Wanyama has officially embarked on his coaching journey by enrolling in the UEFA B Diploma coaching course offered by the Northern Ireland Football Federation.Wanyama, who most recently featured for Scottish Championship side Dunfermline Athletic FC, began the course on Monday. Among his classmates is former Southampton teammate and retired Dutch defender Jos Hooiveld.##NAJAVA_MECA_8931709##“Going for the badges with some old friends,” Hooiveld shared in an Instagram post, posing alongside Wanyama.Also taking part in the course is former United States international Jimmy Conrad, who joked on Instagram, “Day 1 of UEFA coaching in the books. I can’t feel my legs, but I had a good time.”The UEFA B Licence course combines online learning, in-person coaching sessions, and practical work experience within a club setting. The program requires at least 120 hours of study, 95 hours of guided interactive content, and a minimum of 25 hours of hands-on experience.BREAKING: Gor Mahia send Sinisa Mihic packing after string of poor resultsUpon completion, the UEFA B Licence qualifies holders to work as head coaches for youth teams (up to age 16) and amateur sides or as assistant coaches at the professional level. It also allows coaches to work in Elite Player Performance Plan (EPPP) academies, where the UEFA B Licence is a basic requirement. Additionally, it serves as a stepping stone to the UEFA A Licence, which is required to manage senior professional teams.Wanyama’s decision aligns with his previously stated ambition to transition into coaching once his playing career winds down. Now in the twilight of his football career, the former Tottenham and Celtic midfielder appears to be laying the groundwork for his second act in football.Gor Mahia respond to viral video of supporters attacking Murang’a Seal fan [VIDEO]“I think I will do that, yes—become a coach,” Wanyama told FIFA Media in a past interview. “I’ve worked with some great coaches. I look at how they see the game, and I’ve tried to take in everything.”Confident in his potential as a future manager, Wanyama emphasized his passion for continuous learning.“I believe one day I could be a good manager. My motivation is always to learn new things. Football is a game of learning—nobody knows it all. Whatever I do in football, I just always want to be the best I can be,” he said.Wanyama recently affirmed that he’s not ready to hang up his boots just yet. When asked about the possibility of extending his stay at Dunfermline Athletic beyond the current season, he said:“Hopefully—hopefully we’ll see. I’ve really enjoyed my short time here, and it would be great to return and continue the journey.” He added, “I’d love to leave a legacy at Dunfermline, perhaps even help the club rise to a higher league.”Mashemeji Derby date confirmed
