Francis Kimanzi resigns as Mathare United coach
Mathare United coach Francis Kimanzi (left) chats with Harambee Stars coach Sebastien Migne at Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani on May 12, 2019 after the Kenyan Premier League match between Mathare United and Mount Kenya United failed to take place. Kimanzi on July 24, 2019 resigned as Mathare United coach. PHOTO | SILA KIPLAGAT |
What you need to know:
- Ali has previously served as head coach at Sofapaka and Ulinzi Stars
- Club chairman Bob Munro confirmed that Kimanzi opted for a new challenge in his career after four seasons in his second stint at the club
- Meanwhile, the 2008 champions intend to sign five players to beef up their squad ahead of the new season
Former Kenyan Premier League champions Mathare United have confirmed Salim Ali as the club's head coach for the new season.
Ali, who has previously served as head coach at Sofapaka and Ulinzi Stars, takes over from Francis Kimanzi who resigned to concentrate on his duties at the national team.
Kimanzi is Sebastien Migne’s assistant at Harambee Stars.
Speaking to Nation Sport, the club chairman Bob Munro confirmed that Kimanzi opted for a new challenge in his career after four seasons in his second stint at the club.
"We had an agreement one year ago that he would venture into something new in his career at some point this year and we wish him well. We are optimistic that Salim will take the club forward and achieve even more," said Munro.
Meanwhile, the 2008 champions intend to sign five players to beef up their squad ahead of the new season.
Cliff Nyakeya and Samuel Olwande and Allan Owiny are some of the notable departures this transfer window.
While Nyakeya moved to Egyptian side Masr FC, Olwande joined rivals Kariobangi Sharks following the expiry of his contract.
