Veteran coach Gilbert Selebwa has declared his ambition to guide Michael Olunga Football Academy (MOFA) to the FKF Premier League within a year after taking charge of the National Super League (NSL) side.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe experienced tactician, whose appointment was first exclusively reported by Mozzart Sport, believes the Homa Bay-based club has all the ingredients needed to earn promotion at the end of the 2026/27 season.Speaking after his unveiling, Selebwa revealed that club patron and Harambee Stars captain Michael Olunga has already set a clear objective for the team to reach the top flight.##NAJAVA_MECA_9872196##"Given a free hand, full support, and quality players, we can qualify for the top-tier league. Our motto is Huu ndio mwaka (This is the year). My record of promoting teams speaks for itself," said the former AFC Leopards gaffer.The CAF A licensed coach succeeds Charles Bruno, who left the club towards the end of last season, and believes MOFA's recent performances provide a solid foundation for a promotion push."MOFA is a good club with excellent facilities and talented players. They have finished in the top five over the last two seasons and only lost momentum in the closing stages of the campaign," he said.Kakamega Homeboyz snap up teen sensationSelebwa believes adding experienced players to the youthful squad will be key to ensuring the club maintains consistency throughout the season."With experienced players in the squad, a situation where the team loses track towards the end of the season will not occur because they will provide the leadership needed," he added.Despite his confidence, the former AFC Leopards coach expects one of the toughest second-tier campaigns in recent years.##NAJAVA_MECA_9872202##"With teams like Bidco United, Sofapaka, Naivas, Equity and most likely Kariobangi Sharks, the league will be exceptionally competitive," he said.The veteran coach disclosed that only a few additions will be made to the squad, insisting the current team already has a strong core despite the departure of captain Joseph Bate to 2025 Mozzart Bet Cup champions Nairobi United."With the core of the team intact, we shall only add a few experienced players," he explained.Double blow for Gor Mahia as duo sidelined ahead of Kagame Cup semi-finalPre-season preparations begin on Monday, with Selebwa keen to assess his squad before deciding where reinforcements are needed."We want to assess the squad starting Monday, then make informed decisions on the specific areas we need to strengthen," he said.Selebwa arrives at MOFA after his stint with Vihiga United and Mombasa United, where he came close to securing promotion to the FKF Premier League before leaving the latter club.Former Shabana head coach lands new role at FKF Premier League clubThroughout his coaching career, he has earned a reputation as a promotion specialist, having managed clubs including AFC Leopards, Shabana, Luanda Villa, SamWest Blackboots, Congo United, and Vihiga United.
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