Patrick Matasi, born Patrick Musotsi Matasi is a Kenyan professional footballer who has established his name as one of the best goalkeepers in Kenyan soil. Matasi plays for the local league club, Tusker FC as well as the Kenya National Team.
Matasi added his name to the record of the best Kenyan goalkeepers after he made his international debut in 2017. This was after a successful stint in the local league, at the time he was playing for Poster Rangers. Following his back-to-back saves both in League and International matches, we take a look at his career and personal background.
This is the story of Patrick Matasi as told by Jambo Daily.
Patrick Matasi Age and Place of Birth
Matasi was born and raised in Kabras Village, Kakamega County. He was born on 11th December 1987.
Education Background
Much is not known about his higher educational level, but it’s in the record he attended Lwanda High School in his hometown, Kabras.
Patrick Matasi Career
His career roots can be traced back to the Kabras region where he was weeding sugarcane plantations. His journey to professional football began after he completed his high school education.
According to Michezoafrika, Matasi was approached by one of his friends while they were in the field harvesting sugarcane. The friend introduced him to Kabrass United, which at the time was a new club and it was getting its squad together.
This marked his genesis to greater things when it comes to his career, the team made it to the FKL Cup finals where he ended up being the most spotted player in the match after he gave the Sofapaka boys a rough time getting into the net.
His performance during the match was spotted by one of the biggest Kenyan clubs, AFC Leopard. AFC Leopards is associated with the Luhya community. Being one of the best clubs in the club, getting a starting position as a prospect can be a little bit tricky.
However, for Matasi his start came accidentally after the club’s first-choice goalkeeper, Barnabas Tiema encountered an injury during a warm-up. It is in the records that an opportunity comes in a lifetime and once it lands on you, you seize it.
This was the case for Matasi since he utilized the opportunity he landed accidentally and impressed the team’s coach, earning himself more playtime. Matasi joine