Shabana reinforce technical bench with Osborne Monday arrival

Kenyan Premier League outfit Shabana FC have confirmed the acquisition of former Harambee Stars midfielder Osborne Monday as the new assistant coach.

The Kisii-based Premier League club confirmed Monday’s arrival was to help beef up the technical bench as the team continues with their quest to win the FKF Premier League title.

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We are delighted to welcome back Osborne Monday as our 1st Assistant Coach.

Following his previous experience with the team and his deep understanding of our team philosophy, we believe he is the right fit for this role as we fast,track… pic.twitter.com/hZYmVzT8H2

— Shabana Fc Kenya (@Shabanafckenya) April 17, 2026

The announcement was made by Elizaphan Kerama, who serves as Secretary General of Shabana, with the club expressing confidence in his contribution moving forward.

A statement from the club signed by secretary general confirmed Monday will work as the assistant coach to head coach sets precedent on a future that will be built based on the lessons of the past.

Monday joins as first assistant coach

“We are delighted to welcome back Osborne Monday as our 1st assistant coach,” confirmed the statement from Shabana.

“Following his previous experience with the team and his deep understanding of our team philosophy, we believe he is the right fit for this role as we fast track the rebuilding process of our technical bench.

“We look forward to his contribution as we continue to strengthen and move the club forward Shabana’s reunion with Osborne Monday sets precedent on a future that will be built based on the lessons of the past.”

The club stated that Monday’s previous experience and strong understanding of the team’s philosophy made him the ideal choice as they continue restructuring their technical bench.

Monday was fired by Murang’a Seal

Monday, who was the immediate head coach of Murang’a Seal but was fired after his side lost to minnows Mfalme FC in the Round of 16 fixture of the FKF Cup, had been serving as an analyst for Shabana at the start of the season.

In between, he switched to Murang’a Seal as the head coach till his recent exit. Nevertheless, Shabana has given him a second chance, this time as an assistant coach to Andrew Mark Ongwae.

At stake is an eye on the Mozzart Bet Cup trophy and a strong position finish in the league this season.