Alwanga dejected by timing of sports ban

Mathare United forward Clifford Alwanga was dismayed by the timing of the ban on sporting activities in the country just when he had made a return to action after a lengthy lay off.

Alwanga made his first appearance of the season in the Slum Boys last game against Posta Rangers before President Uhuru Kenyatta announced a ban in sporting activities.

Speaking to Mozzart Sport, Alwanga revealed that the move left him dejected especially after the team was embroiled in a relegation battle.

“I was really disappointed because I was out for a while and I had just made a comeback, the team was also in a bad position which made the timing bad,”

“My plan was to help the team move away from relegation places then the ban happened but I pray that sports resume, we will be back to our best,” said Alwanga.

The former Tusker FC forward suffered a knee injury during one of the preseason games back in November 2020.

Alwanga added that being robbed of a chance to play was the hardest part during his road to recovery but credited the club's team doctor for a crucial role in the rehabilitation process.

“It was really painful because you stop doing what you love due to an injury, but I thank God because I’m back to full fitness,”

“Staying on the treatment table was not that hard because our team doctor did a good job, missing games was the hardest part,” added the talisman.