Harambee Stars left back on career, had football been out of question

When Abud Omar walks into a room, you feel it!The Police FC left-back does not just bring presence, he brings the party. Loud laughs, quick jokes, and warm banter, he is the kind of player whose energy fills a space long before kickoff.Follow our WhatsApp channel for more newsSo naturally, the question had to be asked: If not football, what would he be doing?“I would probably be a dancer. Making people laugh is tough work (laughs), but dancing comes naturally to me, especially when Lingala is playing,” he told Mozzart Sport.The seasoned defender, who is captaining Kenya during the 2024 CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN), noted that dance has always been part of who he is. Even now, football victories are not complete without a signature move or two.Former Shabana foward regrets losing Osoro to Zambia“After a win, I have got two go-to dances: one is ‘Anguka Nayo’ and the other is this South African jam called ‘Manzi Nte’. Inshallah, when we win or score at CHAN, you will see a lot of celebrations!” he averred.Omar has had a decorated career both locally and abroad, featuring in leagues across Greece, Belgium, and Romania. His recent heroics with Kenya Police FC, helping the team clinch their maiden FKF Premier League title, cemented his status as one of the country’s most reliable defenders.Despite the serious business of football, Omar keeps things light in camp.##NAJAVA_MECA_9021053##“I love joking around and interacting with my teammates. When we have new players, I make sure they feel at home. That sense of belonging is important to me,” he said.However, he is aware that not everyone gets his personality, especially those who only know him from the internet.“Some people misjudge me based on how I come across online. Even on my Facebook, if someone insults me, I might respond, but usually I am laughing as I type. People think I am being rude, but really, I am rarely serious. I am just a happy guy,” he offered.With CHAN set to kick off in August, Omar is still searching for the perfect track to vibe with the team.President Ruto rallies Harambee Stars ahead of CHAN campaign“I had one for my club, but I left that behind. I am still looking for one that fits this squad. I will find it soon,” he revealed.And when he does, chances are the whole team will be dancing right behind him.Kenya will begin their CHAN campaign on Sunday, 3 August, with a clash against DR Congo from 1500 hrs.Harambee Stars will thereafter face Angola on Thursday, 7 August. The Angola clash will be the first time in over a decade that Kenya will play under the floodlights on home soil, with kick-off set at 1900.The Benni McCarthy-coached side will then face Morocco on Sunday, 10 August in a highly anticipated clash from 1500 hrs before finishing their group campaign with a match against Zambia on Sunday, 17 August.Our #CECAFAFourNationsTournament journey begins with a showdown against the Uganda Cranes.#CECAFA4NT #CECAFA #HarambeeStars pic.twitter.com/cgVUosXwzf— Harambee Stars (@Harambee__Stars) July 16, 2025

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