CHAN 2024: Brian Michira Breaks Silence, Stays Hopeful Despite Lack of Game Time

Shabana FC left winger Brian Michira has opened up about his late call-up and how he is patiently waiting to make his Harambee Stars debut at the African Nations Championship (CHAN 2024).

Brian Michira was called to replace former Kenya Police FC winger Mohammed Bajaber following his move to Tanzanian giants Simba SC.

Since CHAN 2024 started, Brian Michira has yet to play a match, and he hopes to finally make an impact as Harambee Stars face Madagascar in their quarterfinal match on Friday, August 22.

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Harambee Stars started their campaign with a 1-0 win over two-time champions DR Congo before holding Angola to a 1-1 draw in their second match.

Harambee Stars continued their winning ways against two-time champions Morocco before sealing their group stage campaign with a win over Zambia.

Brian Michira revealed that he knows his moment to shine will come, and he is eagerly waiting to show fans what they have been missing.

He revealed that after receiving a late call-up, there was a lot he had to learn, and he is confident that he has now caught up with the rest of the squad and is ready to play. Brian Michira added that coach Benni McCarthy has taken him through the most important drills.

“I want to stay patient because I know my time will come. I received a late call-up, but I have now understood a few things from the coach, and when the time comes, I will show them why I’m here,” Brian Michira told Line Sports News.

Michira has yet to kick a ball, but he has since earned more than Ksh 5 million, thanks to President William Ruto, who pledged to reward Harambee Stars handsomely.

The President had initially promised Ksh 1 million for every win, and Ksh 500,000 for a draw. He further promised Harambee Stars Ksh 2.5 million if they win.

“I feel great because, as a team, everyone is working hard, and that’s a great thing. This is something that has helped us to push beyond the limits, and most players always go out of the country to make such a huge amount of money,” he added.

“But I’m grateful to the President for this initiative. Now people believe that football actually pays. This is a signal we have sent out there; it means that next season, the league will be very tough and competitive.”

Harambee Stars will go up against Madagascar in the CHAN 2024 quarterfinal at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, and Michira hopes that he will get a chance to shine.