FIFA president lists benefits of Ksh600 million valued project hailed as 'future of Kenyan football'
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The Italian-Swiss administrator also expressed confidence in FKF’s ability to successfully deliver the project, assisted by the Confederation of African Football (CAF)
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has confirmed receipt of the title deed for the land where the world football governing body, in a joint bid with Football Kenya Federation (FKF), is set to undertake an ambitious project.
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Infantino landed in Kenya on Saturday, 30 August, as the chief guest of the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), but carried out various activities during his visit.
The world football head honcho attended a CAF Executive Committee Meeting, visited the Talanta Sports City and also met President William Ruto at State House, Nairobi.
It is during the State House visit that Ruto handed over the title deed for the 20-acre land in Machakos County, where FKF, through the support of FIFA, will build a national technical centre.
“I was honoured to be welcomed by the President of Kenya, William Ruto, to discuss our beautiful game and also receive the deeds to the land on which the future of Kenyan football will be built,” said Infantino as quoted by Inside FIFA - FIFA’s official news website.
The 55-year-old went ahead to describe the importance of the centre, which will also house the new FKF headquarters.
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“The new technical centre in Machakos will be a hub for the national teams of today as a fit-for-purpose facility to prepare for international matches and tournaments.
But it is also a beacon of hope and inspiration for the Kenyan footballers of tomorrow, who can aspire to find themselves there in the years to come,” he added.
The Italian-Swiss administrator also expressed confidence in FKF’s ability to successfully deliver the project, assisted by the Confederation of African Football (CAF).
“I want to thank President Ruto, who shares a great passion for football, and his government for gifting the site to FIFA and the Football Kenya Federation.
I have every faith that FKF President Hussein Mohammed and his team will give this exciting project all their passion and effort.
With the support of FIFA, as well as the guidance of CAF, led by President Patrice Motsepe, we will ensure Kenyan football takes a big step forward," said Infantino.
