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Amrouche: Zesco United's Owino among best defenders in Africa

Former Kenya coach Adel Amrouche believes Harambee Stars defender David Owino is still one of the best centre-backs in Africa.

The Zesco United star has been a consistent performer since his time at Gor Mahia and has gone to be one of the key players for the Zambian giants.

The 32-year-old made his name in 2013 when his exemplary performance helped Harambee Stars get a point away in Nigeria during a 2014 World Cup qualifier.

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The Algerian tactician was in charge of the team at the time and has revealed why he trusted the defender, who was not yet a regular in the Gor Mahia defence at the time.