Elisha Nalianya, the central defender for Nakuru Bucks and Menengai High School, reminisces about his transformative experience with the Talanta Hela team in Spain, describing it as a significant milestone in his budding football career and a crucial step toward fulfilling his childhood aspiration of playing abroad.Nalianya proudly captained Kenya’s Talanta Hela boys’ team to victory in the Costa Daurada Cup in Tarragona, Spain, where they made history as the first African team to claim the title, defeating Spanish side Usurbil with a resounding 3-0 triumph.##NAJAVA_MECA_8063269##His outstanding performance in Spain earned him a spot in the Nakuru Bucks team, competing in the FKF Division One, marking the end of his loan spell with the non-league outfit Mwenge FC on the outskirts of Nakuru.Reflecting on his experience, Nalianya expressed his ambition to feature for football giants like Manchester United and Arsenal by playing professionally abroad.Starlets Shine Overseas: Captain Ingosi strikes in Simba Queens victory as Akida makes waves in GreeceHe described the trip to Spain as invigorating and eye-opening, providing him and his teammates with a platform to showcase their talents to scouts from across Spain.“My dream is to turn out of the country; I am a longtime admirer of Manchester United and Arsenal, and travelling to Spain with the team was quite refreshing and mind-blowing given that it was the first time for most of us and the opportunity it gave us to showcase our talents in full galore of Spain scouts,” Nalianya remarked.“The trip gave me experience and the exposure needed by any footballer, it made me have the desire to explore opportunities abroad,” he added.Determined to leverage his newfound experience, Nalianya aims to earn the trust of coach Peter Okidi at the Bucks and secure a regular spot in the starting lineup. He believes that consistent performance in the local league will attract attention from scouts, aligning with his ultimate goal of playing overseas.”I am fully committed to earning a starting position on the team because I aspire to play abroad. To achieve this, I must demonstrate my capabilities on the field and prove myself to scouts,” affirmed the Form 3 student at Menengai.Mwatate United sues Football Kenya Federation, Dimba Patriots
