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Africa-Press – Kenya. <\/strong><\/span>Former Democratic Republic of Congo captain Gaby Zakuani has been appointed assistant manager of the national under-20 side.<\/p>\n

Zakuani won 29 international caps and played in three Africa Cup of Nations tournaments.<\/p>\n

The 37-year-old former centre-back said: “I’m looking forward to playing a role in shaping the future of our beautiful country. The appointment’s not a total surprise as I had been working with the national team,” Zkuani, who previously played for Fulham, said.<\/p>\n

“When the new manager Sebastien Desabre came in last year, he contacted me and he has come to England a few times to get my perspective on how the country can move forward.<\/p>\n

“I’ve had meetings with players of Congo origin, who are currently not in the squad. I’ve met their parents so I’ve been involved in the background,” he added.<\/p>\n

Zakuani was part of the Stoke City team managed by Tony Pulis that won a place in the English Premier League.<\/p>\n

He went on to become a major part of Peterborough United’s recent history, enjoying two promotions, as they went back and forth to the English Championship.<\/p>\n

“It (this new coaching role) fits in quite nicely,” he said.<\/p>\n

“There’s not too much pressure on either role. Since retiring as a player, I’ve acted and I’ve done media work but I love the coaching and the media work. This new job isn’t all-year round so the role really suits me.”<\/p>\n

Zakuani made 253 appearances for Peterborough over two spells and scored nine goals. A move to Gillingham followed a spell with Northampton Town. He captained all three clubs and has a clear vision going into his new role.<\/p>\n

“The aim is to get in the World Cup. We’ve seen how well the African teams did in the last World Cup and everyone wants a taste of it,” he said.<\/p>\n

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Africa-Press – Kenya. Former Democratic Republic of Congo captain Gaby Zakuani has been appointed assistant manager of the national under-20 side. Zakuani won 29 international caps and played in three Africa Cup of Nations tournaments. The 37-year-old former centre-back said: “I’m looking forward to playing a role in shaping the future of our beautiful country. 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