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Boniface Muchiri: How football got me out of poverty

Ulinzi Stars' forward Boniface Muchiri (left) in past action against Nairobi City Stars during an FKF Premier league match at the Dandora stadium.  [Jonah Onyango, Standard]

"When I look at my background, I realise I do not have a backup in life. I have to work hard to change the situation back at home."

These are the words of Harambee Stars midfielder Boniface Muchiri whose efforts have propelled the national team to the quarter-finals in the ongoing African Nations Championship (CHAN) being played across East Africa.

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