Kenyan International striker Dennis Oliech popularly known as the menace has officially retired from International football and his testimonial match has been set for June 5th in Nairobi.

Oliech who has played for Kenya for over a decade is the second all time scorer with 34 goals after Ouma Chege who scored one better and is at 35 goals.

“As a footballer it comes a time when you have to say enough is enough and I think I have reached that moment in my life.I have given my beloved country Kenya exceptional years since my days as teenager and I feel it’s time to let others take over the mantle”Oliech exclusively told soka25east.com

“I have had wonderful years playing for Kenya and my crowning moment was playing in the 2004 Afcon which was a big turning point for me.I want to thank everyone who has been there for me over the years until this moment “Oliech added

Dennis Oliech was recently appointed as the official ambassador of betting company Betway in a one year deal.He last played for Kenya when they lost against Zambia Chipolopolo in Nairobi last year.

Oliech has been the key player and pillar at Harambee Stars over the years scoring important goals from the time he made his debut in 2002.

The Dennis Oliech testimonial will be the highlight of his career as stars such as Victor Wanyama and his former colleagues at Auxerre,Ajaccio and Nantes are expected to grace the occasion.

Collins Okinyo

Ex- CAF Media Expert. An expert on African football with over 15 years experience ,always with an ear to the ground with indepth knowledge of the game. I have worked for top publications including 7 years at www.supersport.com until i founded www.soka25east.com to quench the thirst of football lovers across the continent. I have trained young upcoming journalists who are now a voice in African football.I have covered World Cup,AFCON,CHAN,Champions League,Confederations Cup,Cecafa,Cosafa,Wafu and many other football tournaments across the World. Founder Football Africa Arena(FAA),Founder www.afrisportdigital.com