Mariga tips Rising Stars players to impress top clubs

Football Kenya Federation vice president McDonald Mariga has termed the ongoing AFCLN U-20 as a huge platform for Kenya's Rising Stars to market themselves to established clubs.

Mariga, who won the UEFA Champions League with Inter Milan during his playing days, said tournaments like AFCON usually expose players to many international agents and scouts.

"This age bracket is a prime for a player, and many professional clubs opt for players when growing up, so this is the right time for our boys to showcase what they are blessed with," said Mariga in Cairo.

He has at the same time intimated that FKF is on course to build a sports complex so as to give youth a place to grow their untapped talents.

"I have seen many complexes around the world, and Egypt here starts earlier, but we will also have our own as we are in the process of developing something which our youths will be proud of".

On their side, players led by midfielder Humphrey Aroko echoed Mariga's sentiments, adding that they will work extra hard to impress foreign clubs and also clinch their maiden title.

"Training is going on very well, and everyone is giving their 100%, thus we promise Kenyans we will not let them down and also utilize this opportunity."

Kenya will open their account against Morocco on Thursday, 1st May at the 30th June Stadium.