Mandaza's boots prove too big to fill

The undisputed domestic kings are able to sign-up, whether from a local or international team, the best foreign talent can offer. The list includes an impeccable Lawrence Majawa, who stayed at Popa close to a decade, and industrious Mohammed Chawila.

Zimbabwean hard man, Itayi Gwandu was marvellous in the heart of the defence while Ugandan, Ivan Ntenge acclaimed a cult hero status at the club during the CAF Champions League exploits two seasons back.