AFC Leopards forward Julius Masaba has outlined the difference between playing for AFC Leopards and his former club Kariobangi Sharks.Masaba was a key player at Sharks before crossing over to the Kenyan giants in the off-season transfer window as Ingwe were keen to bolster their attack.Kenyan midfielder moves to Czech Republic in a multi-million dealSpeaking after AFC Leopards’ draw against Murang’a Seal in a match played on Saturday 25 January at Dandora Stadium, Masaba revealed the difference in playing for the two teams.“The pressure here (AFC Leopards) is high. The demands are also higher as compared to Sharks. From the fans, media, management and everything, it’s all pressure because we are a big team that wants to win the league after over two decades,” said Masaba.##NAJAVA_MECA_8667389##While he was almost a sure starter and a key player for Sharks, the situation has been different at Leopards where he has played less than he expected.However, the former Ligi Ndogo man got a rare start against Murang’a Seal following the injury of Ovella Ochieng and marked it with a goal for his team, drawing them back level in the 36th minute, three minutes after conceding.Gor Mahia closing in on Ugandan strikerMasaba revealed that he learned about him starting, hours to the game against Murang’a Seal and went on to admit that being on the periphery has been a bitter pill to swallow.“The coaches ran me through what was expected of me in the game. Throughout the week, I didn’t know I would play this match, I was just informed in the morning and I thank them for the opportunity.##NAJAVA_MECA_8667434##It is hard (playing less minutes) but it calls for patience. I also have excellent coaches here who talk to me and explain the areas that I need to improve in when my chance comes. I am glad I utilized my chance well,” he added.The former AFC Leopards Youth player also discussed his prospects of making it to the Harambee Stars African Nations Championship (CHAN) squad ahead of the tournament in August 2025.Kakamega Homeboyz take action after controversial officiating against Gor Mahia“If I get minutes and play well, I will help the team and maybe impress the national team coaches and make it to the CHAN Squad. It all depends on the minutes I get,” he concluded.
