Former Shabana forward reveals motivation for joining South Sudanese side
Kenyan forward Erick Otieno says the opportunity to test himself on the continental stage was too good to turn down, weeks after completing his move to South Sudan champions El Merreikh SC Bentiu on a two-year deal from FKF Premier League outfit Shabana FC.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe transfer marks another step in the growing movement of Kenyan players seeking opportunities in South Sudan’s rapidly developing top flight.Details of Kenyan-inspired Argentina team making waves at 2026 FIFA World CupOtieno expressed his gratitude to Shabana, insisting the club played a key role in opening doors beyond Kenya.”I want to sincerely thank everyone at Shabana FC, the management, coaches, my teammates and especially the fans. They believed in me and gave me valuable playing time that helped me grow as a player. ##NAJAVA_MECA_9847495##Those opportunities allowed people outside Kenya to notice what I could do, and today I’m taking this next step because of that exposure. I will ..