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Okoth: Former Sofapaka striker on why he passed opportunity to play in Zambia

Ronald Okoth has revealed he had a chance to play in the Zambian top-tier but opted to pass the chance to Elijah Mwanzia who was better placed to get the deal.

The 34-year-old announced his retirement from football two seasons ago while with the 2009 Football Kenya Federation Premier League side Sofapaka, ending his 13-year career. The now RO Sports CEO has revealed how he passed up an opportunity to play abroad.

"I remember getting a chance to go and try in Zambia," Okoth, who also played for Mathare United and Western Stima stated.

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"However, I pushed the opportunity to a younger player [Mwanzia] whom I felt was in a better position and stood a chance to chase a dream.