Former Kenyan international Osborne Monday has opened up on the difference between Kenyan football when he was an active player and the current state of affairs, noting the improvements in the game.Monday was one of the most talented utility players of his generation and represented various clubs at his peak including Tusker FC, Tanzanian club Azam and Omani side Al-Shabab.Arnold, Divock Origi mourning after passing of ex-Harambee Stars and Gor Mahia captain Austin Oduor OrigiThe 39-year-old was also a key figure for Harambee Stars and represented the national team 37 times from the time he made his debut in 2007.In an interview with KTN, the former Tusker FC midfielder noted that coverage of football which has been aided by advancements in technology as well as financial incentives has greatly improved the game.##NAJAVA_MECA_8415851##“Right now there is too much attention given to the players. Things have also changed in terms of payments, they are having a good time,” said Monday.The soft-spoken midfielder who started his career at Mathare United making his debut in 2005 said that it was not easy for a player to market themselves then.Kenya at a loss as Manchester United’s Andre Onana makes promise to Uganda“For us, there was no follow-up or reference for example for a player wanting to go to Europe. There was nothing like video clips.”Monday, whose last station was Kariobangi Sharks also appreciated the influx of football intermediaries to spot the numerous talents available in the country.##NAJAVA_MECA_8415852##“Nowadays there are so many agents who have realized that there are a lot of talents in Kenya which makes it even easier for a player to be spotted,” he added.Further, the former Azam FC man believes that he could have had a more prosperous football career than what he had, had he been of the current generation.Former Gor Mahia defender turned police Harun Shakava addresses retirement talks“From my experience, I think I would have been in a better place than where I reached,” he stated.The former Sofapaka player has since transitioned to coaching and is a holder of a CAF B coaching license. He is currently attached to the World Sports Health Football Academy.
