This archive report was first published on 14 July 2019.
July 14, 2019
Kariobangi Sharks head coach William Muluya has urged his players to use their impressive showing against English Premier League side Everton as inspiration to win the SportPesa Premier League title.
Speaking at the onset of a three-day meet-the-fans appreciation and CSR tour organised by SportPesa and the club, Muluya praised his team's effort in holding Everton to a 1-1 draw at Kasarani Stadium before edging a subsequent shootout 4-3 to lift the SportPesa Trophy.
He drew inspiration from Gor Mahia's spirited performance against Everton in 2017 and 2018, despite falling to narrow defeats, which motivated them to win their 16th league title in the second half of the year.
‘This is a moment in history that nobody will ever forget and I'm very proud of my players for their efforts, I salute them,' Muluya said.
The team's captain, Eric Juma, thanked the fans for their support and called on them to continue backing the team in their SPL fixtures.
‘Every Kenyan showed up to give us support and Sharks are grateful. Please continue supporting us. We promise to work very hard,' Juma said.
