Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Tiyani Mabunda has lionized KCCA forward Allan Okello for top performance against the Brazilians.
Okello,16,made his fourth competitive match at Phillip Omondi Stadium as KCCA FC drew 1-1 aganist the African Champions on Saturday with the teenager showing his intentions of scaling the heights of african football at an early age.
Mabunda revealed about the youngster on his official facebook page after the match noting that Okello showed maturity at the biggest stage and wished him all the best in his career.
“Meet this young sensation “Allan Okello.” At the age of 16, he is already competing at the highest level of football in the continent. I pray that God protect and preserve him from all attacks that may destabilize his hustle in the football industry.
“May his career be guarded by angelic hosts. I believe this boy is going to be a very valuable asset to come our of this continent by the grace of Jehovah.
“Reveal yourself Lord in his life and career so that his faith in You may be increased. You are a God of possibilities and I believe that Your grace is available for those who believe,”reads the post.
Mabunda played in the match that saw his team coming from a goal down to secure a place in the group stages.He joined the Brazilians in a dramatic fashion in 2015 and his story is one of patience more than anything.