Nairobi City Stars analyst opens up on club’s improvement in form

Nairobi City Stars‘ game analyst and team psychologist, Obed Nyamweya, highlights that the team’s resurgence this season can be attributed to the remarkable growth and development of its players.

Nyamweya insists the adaptability and cohesion displayed by the youthful squad at City Stars, which has contributed to their improved performance.

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Unlike the previous season, where they struggled and were at risk of relegation, the team has shown marked progress and resilience.

According to the analyst, fighting relegation in the premier league presents numerous challenges, including being perceived as underdogs and facing intense pressure to secure points.

He adds that a series of losses can take a toll on players’ confidence and morale, compounded by factors like bad luck on the field.

“Fighting relegation in the premier league is not easy for various reasons; teams perceive you as underdogs and they come for all points,” Nyamweya told City Stars media.

“There is an aspect of an inferiority complex when you keep losing matches and for young players it’s hard to boost their morale, and lastly, there is an aspect of bad luck. Things don’t work out completely and you are left asking what are we not doing right,” Nyamweya

“Last season we had a mixture of experienced and inexperienced players and we had to find balance within the team. Somehow, the results did not come as we had expected. We are glad we turned the corner and survived relegation and now we are onto a much better season.”

Last season, City Stars had a mix of experienced and inexperienced players, requiring a delicate balance within the team. Despite initial setbacks, they managed to turn things around and avoid relegation, setting the stage for a more promising campaign this year.

Nyamweya observes that the current City Stars squad is more cohesive and self-assured. The players have grown in confidence and performance, evident from their improved position in the Premier League standings.

Compared to the previous season, where newcomers needed time to adjust to the demands of the premier league, this year’s squad has shown maturity and belief in their abilities. They are driven by a strong desire to succeed and are eager to make their mark on the pitch.

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With most of the young players demonstrating determination and hunger for success, City Stars now operates as a well-integrated unit, resulting in better performances and outcomes.

“From the look of things, as per the Premier League table, it’s evident City Stars is a different team from last season having grown in terms of confidence & performance,” Nyamweya added.

“Last season, entry of players to the premier league was an induction process. This year they have grown and have belief in themselves and have been pushing and are loving the fact they are playing.

“Most of the young players have the fire burning in their belies. They have found their feet and their confidence is growing. They are getting more minutes under their belts and have the urge to prove themselves and make headlines. City Stars is now a fully gelled team and the results are coming through,” he concluded,

Nyamweya, who joined City Stars during a challenging period of losses last year, brings valuable expertise and insight to the team.

His role as the head coach of FIFA Best, a community side, underscores his commitment to football development beyond the professional sphere.