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Kayci Odhiambo declares AFC Leopards ready to break their 28-year title drought, citing the crucial win over Sofapaka as the turning point for the revitalized giants.

The sleeping giant of Kenyan football is stirring, fueled by a renewed sense of belief and a defensive rock who believes the 28-year curse is finally about to be broken.
For nearly three decades, AFC Leopards fans have endured a heartbreak that has become almost ritualistic. But this season, something feels different at the Den. Centre-back Kayci Odhiambo, the man of the moment, insists that the team has rediscovered its "mojo" and possesses the mental fortitude to end the agonizing wait for a league title. His words are not empty rhetoric; they are backed by a grit and resilience that has been missing from the squad for years.
The turning point, according to the faithful, was the gritty 1-0 victory over Sofapaka on January 25. It was Odhiambo himself who rose to the occasion, netting the winner that not only secured three points but also exorcised the ghosts of a six-year winless run against Batoto ba Mungu. "That goal meant everything to us," Odhiambo declared. "People talked about the six years, but for us, it was about belief. Once the ball hit the net, I knew something had shifted."
The victory was a statement of intent. Under the intense pressure of the title race, Leopards displayed a tactical discipline that has often deserted them in crucial moments. Odhiambo’s leadership from the back has been pivotal.
The last time AFC Leopards lifted the league trophy, most of the current squad hadn't even been born. The weight of that history can be crushing, but Odhiambo views it as fuel. "I genuinely believe this team has the mojo to end the long wait," he said. "You can feel it in training, in the dressing room, and in the way we fight for each other on the pitch."
As the season enters its critical phase, the question is no longer if Leopards can win, but if they can hold their nerve. With leaders like Kayci Odhiambo steering the ship, the Den is daring to dream again. The 28-year drought may finally be reaching its conclusion, not with a whimper, but with a roar.
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