As the 2024/25 FKF Premier League season enters its final stretch, the race for the Golden Glove is heating up, and Harambee Stars goalkeeper Byrne Omondi is not backing down.Follow Our WhatsApp Channel For More NewsThe Bandari FC shot-stopper, despite enduring an injury-laden campaign that saw him miss a large portion of the first leg, remains optimistic about his chances of clinching the prestigious accolade awarded to the league’s top goalkeeper.##NAJAVA_MECA_8876802##Currently sitting on eight clean sheets, Omondi trails joint leaders Sebastian Wekesa (Kariobangi Sharks) and Job Ochieng (Kenya Police), who have each managed nine shutouts.Yet, the former KCB and Tusker FC custodian believes the race is far from over.”For the Golden Glove race, I am firmly in the race despite a slowed season. We have a couple of matches to go, and if I can manage at least five, then I will be in firm contention,” Omondi said in an interview with Mozzart Sport.Imbachi rallies Starlets for do-or-die clash in CameroonHowever, Omondi faces stiff competition not only from external contenders but also from within his camp.Fellow teammate and Kenya international Farouk Shikalo, who rejoined the club during the mid-season transfer window, has also thrown his hat into the ring with five clean sheets so far.Shikalo was brought in to cover during Omondi’s injury spell, but the seasoned campaigner has since made a case for continued first-team action. Omondi, however, sees the internal rivalry as beneficial.”It has been a healthy competition since Farouk came in. He is an experienced custodian, and his presence has immensely impacted my performance, as I have to be at my personal best,” he acknowledged.Elite Police Unit to oversee security at 2024 CHAN in KenyaThe battle between the two seasoned keepers adds an intriguing subplot to Bandari’s remaining fixtures.With their next clash scheduled against Kariobangi Sharks on Saturday, 26 April, Omondi will not only be looking to help his side secure three points but also to draw level with Wekesa and Ochieng in the clean sheet tally.##NAJAVA_MECA_8877627##
