Harambee Stars striker Alfred Scriven bags an award in Norway

STARS ABROAD Harambee Stars striker Alfred Scriven bags an award in Norway

Mark Kinyanjui 09:37 - 06.11.2023

Scriven has been recognised for his stellar performances which have played a big part in helping a struggling IL Hodd fight bravely against relegation from the Norwegian first division.

Just over a week since Harambee Stars defender Collins Sichenje won the Finnish league’s Young Player of the Season award, Alfred Scriven has managed to win FC Hodd’s Player of the Season after a stellar campaign for the Norwegian outfit.

Scriven, who made his international debut for Kenya against Iran back in March, has scored eight goals in 27 league appearances for Hodd and has been an incredibly bright spark for the side, who have battled hard against relegation but still find themselves in the playoff place with one game to go.

They currently sit 14th on 32 points, two behind Asane on 34 points, and will have to win their game against Ranheim TF at all costs while hoping that Asane fluff their lines against Sanders Ulf to secure automatic survival.

Alfred Scriven however, has every reason to be proud of his achievements considering the circumstances having emerged as the club's top scorer.

Standing out due to his signature afro hairstyle, Scriven has clocked 2344 minutes under his belt. In his 27 league appearances, he has only failed to complete a full 90 minutes seven times, underpinning his importance to the side.

The 25-year-old’s performances have captured the attention of fans, coaches, and football enthusiasts, solidifying his status as one of the game's rising stars in Norway.

In August and September, the Kenyan forward made a statement after being named the 'Player of the Week' after steering Hodd to a convincing 2-0 triumph over Skeid. 

The upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, slated to commence in November, are bound to be a fierce contest with teams battling for the coveted nine slots in the final tournament. 

Many eyes will be on the Harambee Stars and particularly on Scriven, who many believe could be the game-changer for the Kenyan side despite earning just one cap for Kenya.

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