Hillary Echesa has revealed he regrets choosing military training over the 2004 Africa Cup of Nations held in Tunisia.
The midfielder was part of Harambee Stars during the campaign led by the then coach Jacob 'Ghost' Mulee, and Kenya eventually made a return to Africa's elite competition for the first time since 1992. The now 38-year-old was assured of his place in the team, when things changed.
"I had played in all the qualifiers during the 2004 campaign," the Nakuru born Echesa told Goal.
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"My place in the national team was guaranteed and I was set to be part of the team in Afcon which was to be held in North Africa.