Bullish Homeboyz boss 'Toto' talks up team's title chances

Kakamega Homeboyz Chairman Cleophas ‘Toto’ Shimanyula believes head coach Francis Barasa is capable of turning the team’s fortunes to become a powerhouse in local football.

Barasa was appointed Homeboyz tactician in October last year replacing Ken Kenyatta after the latter's tenure was dogged by a string of poor results.

The main aim for roping in Barasa was to revive Homeboyz’s performances and Shimanyula is targeting to lift the elusive gong this term.

“I want to tell you that we have already started plans to ensure we win the title this season. We didn’t start the league well this season under the former coach (Ken Kenyatta) but now things have improved under Barasa with now nine matches unbeaten thanks to him,” said Shimanyula.

After making a high-profile signing of Harambee Stars goalkeeper Patrick Matasi early this month, the former FKF Cup champions are out to further bolster their ranks with five new arrivals.

According to the Kakamega businessman, nailing their targets will be a huge step in their quest to meet their season’s ambitions.

Under the then coach Bernard Mwalala, Homeboyz mounted a surprise title challenge in 2022, only to capitulate and let Tusker win the diadem, something Shimanyula regrets.

“We have agreed with the technical bench to add five good players. Matasi has already joined and so we are left with four. When we get those four that we are targeting I can assure you that the league title is coming,” he charged.

Homeboyz are sitting at position eight with 27 points, 11 behind leaders Police FC after 20 rounds of matches.

Since losing 2-0 to Gor Mahia with 10-men, Homeboyz have managed to register four wins and five draws.