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Why nostalgia is a dangerous thing at AFC Leopards

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AFC Leopards striker Arthur Gitego (down) is assisted by teammates Kayci Odhiambo and Victor Omune after suffering an injury during their FKF PL match against Tusker at Kenyatta Stadium, Machakos on March 10, 2024. [Stafford Ondego, Standard]

Gone are the days when the entire village would gather around the old "SANYO" radio to tune in to an Ingwe match, conjuring vivid mental images through the commentary that remains deeply ingrained in our memories.

Whenever AFC Leopards was mentioned, I would become fully captivated, disregarding any other tasks while my parents eagerly recited the names of renowned players, influenced by my intense interest in the game. As the club celebrates its 60th anniversary, the festivities remind us how the Ingwe of the past years transformed our weekends.

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