Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Division One side Kenya Navy has appointed former Ulinzi Stars captain, Hassan ‘Rio’ Mohammed, as head coach ahead of the league’s kick-off on Saturday, 28th September.Kenya Navy, the naval branch of the Kenya Defense Forces headquartered in Mombasa, serves as a feeder system to FKF Premier League club Ulinzi Stars, the primary football team of the Kenyan military.The military team announced Rio’s appointment on Thursday, 26th September, as they prepare to strengthen the squad for the FKF Division One League – Zone A.##NAJAVA_MECA_8370691##In a statement shared on the club’s official social media platforms, they welcomed the former Congo United defender.“We are excited to announce and welcome our new head coach, Hassan Mohammed… Welcome home, Rio,” read the statement.,Ulinzi, the senior team, echoed the sentiment, describing him as an inspiration.“A huge congratulations to our former captain, Mohammed Hassan ‘Rio,’ on his new role as head coach for Kenya Navy FC! Your leadership, dedication, and passion on the field have always been an inspiration, and we have no doubt you will bring the same excellence to your new role,” read part of Ulinzi Stars’ statement.Hussein Mohamed to announce ex-Kenyan international as running mate for FKF presidential raceBefore his appointment, the former Kenyan international was part of Ulinzi Stars’ technical bench, serving as a fitness coach and trainer.The former Mathare United player left Ulinzi Stars unexpectedly in 2019 to fulfil military duties.He then spent a year as part of the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM), a peacekeeping mission approved by the United Nations.Exclusive: Shimanyula announces interest in FKF PresidencyRio hopes to leverage his experience as both a player and a military officer to help The Sailors secure promotion to the National Super League (NSL) by the end of the season.His first challenge will be the opening match against Kabati Youth on Saturday, 28th September, at noon.
