Former FC Talanta midfielder Enock Machaka Momanyi delivered a moment of magic that will live long in the memories of Nairobi United and football fans in general.Follow our WhatsApp channel for more newsMachaka scored a spectacular goal that saw Naibois clinch their maiden Mozzart Bet Cup title and seal a historic qualification to the CAF Confederation Cup. Harambee Stars defender signs for Spanish sideHe struck from outside the box with a screamer that sent the crowd into a frenzy.However, behind the brilliance lay a timely piece of advice from his best friend and teammate, Michael Jairo. It was that last-minute conversation in the changing room that made all the difference.##NAJAVA_MECA_9001105##“I felt very nice. I hardly score, but when I score, I score one deadly goal, si ata nyinyi mmecheki? (Haven’t all of you witnessed it?) This was my first goal in the Mozzart Bet Cup, but I had many assists. My goal is to send the team to CAF. I thank God,” Machaka told Mozzart Sport after the match.Government reveals why Nyayo Stadium is not fully ready to host CHAN yetWere it not for Jairo’s advice, Machaka would probably not have taken the shot. The duo’s chemistry began during their days at FC Talanta.“I was looking for that penetration. My friend Jairo came to mind at that time. He has been encouraging me to shoot because, for some time now, I have been attempting, but it often goes out. ##NAJAVA_MECA_9000785##But on Sunday, in the changing room, he told me not to be afraid of attempting and see what happens. Initially, I thought of passing, but I remembered his advice and I took the shot,” he recalled.The result was a stunning goal that not only won the final but also cemented Nairobi United’s fairytale run in Kenyan football history.Michael Olunga reveals facilities to be included in his club’s new stadium [VIDEO]Their Mozzart Bet Cup title made them the first second-tier side since Sofapaka in 2007 to lift the trophy. Along the way, they dispatched giants including Gor Mahia, Tusker FC, KCB FC, Kakamega Homeboyz, and Mara Sugar FC.For Machaka, the moment was a gateway to a new dream.##NAJAVA_MECA_9000959##“I have never dreamed of even going for CAF. My mind has always been to play in Europe, but God has given me this opportunity at CAF. I will prove myself,” he said.The midfielder also gave credit to head coach Nicholas Muyoti, who he believes played a pivotal role in shaping the team’s fearless approach.Harambee Stars defender parts ways with South African club“Coach gave us the free will to do what we have been doing during training. We were not afraid to lose balls, to make mistakes, we were just ourselves. Sometimes, you think, if the coach believes in me, why shouldn’t I perform? We were just having fun on the pitch, that is why we defeated Gor by far,” he offered.##NAJAVA_MECA_9001140##Machaka’s journey this season has been eventful. He started the campaign with FC Talanta before making the decision to return to Nairobi United. He had previously left Nairobi United for Bandari FC in the middle of the 2023/24 season.
