Michael Olunga Football Academy (MOFA) head coach Lloyd Wahome remains confident that the Homa Bay-based side can secure promotion to the FKF Premier League next season.Follow Our WhatsApp Channel For More NewsWahome believes that last weekend’s vital win over Mully Children’s Family (MCF) has reignited their campaign and placed them firmly back in contention for one of the three promotion slots.##NAJAVA_MECA_8909998##Speaking ahead of their weekend fixture against the in-form Samwest Blackboots at Jomo Kenyatta Stadium in Kisumu, the former Tusker and Wazito captain described the clash as a golden opportunity to rewrite the club’s story and stake their claim in the promotion race.“We are hosting Samwest in Kisumu. The last time we faced them, they looked very sharp—it’s a good side. But the boys here are very eager and ready to put in a good performance. That win in Machakos last week gave the boys more confidence, especially after a heavy defeat,” said Wahome.“Now we’ve made progress on the table, and heading into Sunday’s match, we have confidence, hope, and the ambition is still alive. Promotion remains our target, and we believe we still have a strong chance to go for it.”Mihic urges fans to keep peace as Mashemeji Derby returns to KasaraniCurrently, MOFA sits fifth on the National Super League (NSL) table with 45 points—just four behind joint second-placed APS Bomet and Naivas.With more than five matches left in the season, Wahome sees a realistic opportunity for the side, owned by Harambee Stars captain Michael Olunga, to seal a third successive promotion.“There’s still a chance—and everything is possible,” he affirmed.Ticket prices and the four strict rules enforced in stadia at U20 AFCON matchesReflecting on his personal journey, Wahome—who first joined MOFA as assistant to former head coach Alfred Chole—described his first full season in the NSL as a rewarding and memorable experience.“It’s my first time coaching in the NSL and working at this level. It’s been exciting, not necessarily challenging, because the support has been tremendous—from management, staff, and especially the players. It’s been a good journey.”##NAJAVA_MECA_8910012##The coach also extended a heartfelt message to the club’s supporters, urging them to continue backing the team in the final stretch of the season.“The fans play a very big role. They push the team and show support—at home, away, and even online. Let them continue with that energy and not slow down. Let’s finish the journey together, and they will have a reason to celebrate at the end.”MOFA will look to narrow the gap on the league leaders when they face Samwest Blackboots on Sunday.##NAJAVA_MECA_8909988##The team is set to welcome back captain Joseph Bate and striker Lawrence Ouma, both returning from duty with the Kenya U20 national team—a timely boost as they push toward the finish line.
