“ADEBAYO” [MABIOR]

 

Name: Lawrence Odhiambo Ochieng

Date of Birth: 20/08/1996

Position: Midfield

Primarily a central midfielder, although he is also capable of playing on the left flank, in a holding role, as a deep-lying playmaker, in a box-to-box role, or even as an attacking midfielder “DOPE” has been described by his Coaches in Obunga FC as a "powerful, skilful, and creative" player who has "an eye for goal and a penchant for the spectacular.  He is also capable of playing as an offensive–minded central midfielder, who will often drift out wide. During his time in Obunga Fc, he gained the nicknames ADEBAYO for his long legs during tackling or running and "DOPE" for his explosive playing style and energy on the pitch. A large, quick, hard-working and physically strong player, he excels in the air and is also known for his stamina, as well as his powerful and accurate striking ability from distance; he has also drawn praise for his finesse, technique, flair and dribbling skills, as well as his ability to hold up the ball.  His characteristics and playing role in midfield initially led him to be compared with former France international Paul Pogba.

During his Time in Obunga fc, Dope was deployed in a more advanced and creative midfield role rather than in his usual box-to-box role, which saw him gain more time on the ball, and he excelled as the team's main playmaker, due to his vision and passing range.