Mungai praises Kabati players after historical NSL promotion

Kabati Youth FC head coach Joe Mungai has praised his players for their dedication and fighting spirit that helped the team earn a historical promotion to the FKF National Super League (NSL).

Speaking to Citizen Digital, ‎Mungai noted that during the 2024/25 season, the club narrowly escaped relegation — a situation that fueled their motivation and hunger, ultimately contributing to their success last season, despite stiff competition in the league.

‎The NSL debutants are currently preparing for the upcoming season, with club officials racing to secure funds to strengthen the squad. Meanwhile, Coach Joe Mungai is on a mission to recruit new players who will boost the team’s competitiveness.

‎"The technical bench is burning the midnight oil to come up with a strong team that will be able to compete effectively in the National Super League. We will be conducting trials at the end of this month, which will give us a chance to select players that will help us play well in the second tier league. We can only ask the management to look for funds to help us reinforce the squad ahead of next season."

‎The team arguably performed impressively and shone throughout last season, attracting interest from several top-tier league clubs.  The tactician has also stated that he will not stand in the way of any player who receives a good offer, emphasizing that his players’ growth and development is a top priority.

‎"I cannot stand in the way of a player who has attracted interest from anywhere. I know of some players who are currently doing trials with Bidco United, if they secure better deals then I can't be an obstacle," he added.

‎Kabati finished top of Zone A and becomes the second team from Murang’a County to participate in a higher-level league, following Murang’a SEAL, which plays in the Premier League.