City Stars defender relishing maiden season in the top flight

Nairobi City Stars centre back Wycliffe Omondi is relishing the top-flight challenge after enjoying uninterrupted playing time in the opening six rounds of the current season.

Omondi, who is commonly known as Awiko, has so far clocked six full 90-minute games since the start of the new season, helping the club keep a clean sheet.

The stocky defender, who joined Simba wa Nairobi from National Super League side Migori Youth, says he is elated to have smoothly transitioned to the top tier.

“I was in the National Super League, where I played for Migori Youth for just one season before joining City Stars. I am currently enjoying myself to the fullest. Comparing the league where I came from and the Premier League, “he said during an interview with club media.

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Asked how he finds the top tier, Omondi admitted that it wasn’t a walk in the park.

"I have to say that this is a tough one; just one mistake and you are punished.“But even then, I wish to give my best and make it count for Simba wa Nairobi," added the soft-spoken defender.

Awiko made his City Stars debut in their season opener against Muhoroni Youth on August 27, 2023, in Kasarani Annex and came out as the man of the match after winning 75% aerial duels, with a pass rate from the deep of over 78%, according to statistics provided by the club.

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Further, statistics from the club indicate that he had nine massive clearances as City Stars went on to register a clean sheet in the game that ended 0-0.

City Stars are scheduled to play Shabana this weekend at the Raila Odinga Stadium in Homabay.