Sofapaka FC midfielder Darius Msagha is pleased with his performance in the just-ended 23/24 FKF Premier League season.In a season in which the Zedekiah ‘Zico’ Otieno-led side struggled to produce meaningful results and had to settle for a playoff spot on the final day of the season, the same was a complete contrast as Msagha performed exceptionally well, exceeding expectations.Signed by the 2009 champions at the start of the season from Bandari FC, the athletic attacker established himself as a regular starter, scoring eleven goals while assisting nine others to amass 20 goals, contributing to his name.His incredible scoring ability saw him finish the season among the league’s top scorers, ranking sixth, albeit eight goals behind eventual Golden Boot winner Benson Omala. Tito Okello and John Makwata tied at 16 goals apiece, while Erick Kapaito and Austin Odhiambo each scored 12.Speaking to Mozzart Sport, Msagha revealed his satisfaction following a good season, describing it as his finest ever in his top-flight career.”I am quite pleased with my personal performance this season, which has undoubtedly been my best since I began my top-tire journey. I think it’s an accomplishment to score eleven goals and assist the other nine, even though it was a difficult one for the team,” said the one-time Harambee star midfielder.##NAJAVA_MECA_8173436##The ex-Bandari midfielder scored in the season’s final game to inspire Sofapaka to a 3-1 victory over Nzoia Sugar, securing a playoff position.Despite the win, Sofapaka will have to wait a little longer to be certain of their fate ahead of the new season, as they will have the playoff hurdle to deal with.The 2014 domestic cup champions will face either Naivas FC or Nairobi United in a two-legged playoff before the new season begins to determine the team that will complete the 18-team league competition.However, the quick-footed offensive player is backing Sofapaka to secure a position in the 24/25 FKF-PL season. Ambitious Ken Odhiambo ready to take “worthy risk” with Kenya U23s in COSAFA Cup”It has been a rigorous season for the team in which we found ourselves struggling for the better part of the season; however, having secured the playoff spot, I am confident the team will retain its Premier League status,” he continued.Additionally, the former Mwatate United talisman affirmed receiving multiple offers both locally and across the borders ahead of a busy off-season transfer window but reiterated his commitment to help Sofapaka escape relegation to the second-tier league. “It’s true I have received a couple of approaches, but my full focus is on seeing Sofapaka remain in the league, which definitely will be a fulfilment considering how terrible the campaign has been for the club,” concluded the Shimbo High School alumnus.
