This archive report was first published on 9 September 2019.
Ingwe has made significant strides in strengthening its squad ahead of the new season, with the arrival of striker Mark Makwatta and other quality players just hours before the transfer deadline.
According to the team's management, the new signings will play a crucial role in helping Ingwe challenge for top honours this season.
Ingwe's technical bench, led by Dan Shikanda, has been instrumental in beefing up the squad, and the team is now ready to take on its rivals, including K'Ogalo.
Despite not being the strongest team in the league at the moment, Ingwe is confident that with the current material at its disposal, it can rise to the pinnacle of Kenyan club football, as was its tradition.
As the team continues to strengthen its squad, it is now up to the fans to play their role by attending matches in large numbers to boost gate collections.
Among the new signings is Kevin Kimani from Mathare United, who has been given a contract of different lengths, along with Makwatta and other new arrivals.
The team has also completed the re-signing of speedy international Paul Were for one season, after his plans to return to Europe failed to materialise.
Defender Robert Ayala Mudenyi, who was roped in from Sony Sugar, partnered well with Soter Kayumba in the central defence against Kakamega Homeboyz on September 1, though the team lost to that team for the fourth time.
Collins Shivachi, roped in from Tusker, played his role in the right full-back position, but Isaac Kipyegon was still struggling to make an impact this season.
The team's defence has been a long-term target for Ingwe, and the addition of Hansel Ochieng' and Austin Ochieng' will strengthen the backline.
With the arrival of Burundian international Tresor Ndikumana, the team expects to stabilise its midfield, which will also have the evergreen Whyvonne Isuza.
Ugandan Benjamin Ochan from Kabwe Warriors will be the team's first-choice goalkeeper.
Ingwe must aim to not only finish in the top half of the table this season but in fact make a podium appearance.
This is the only way that the club will win back the horde of fans who only come out when times are good.
Remember, unity is strength.
