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- ↑ Soka, 10 June 2016 Coaching changes at Kariobangi Sharks
- ↑ SportPesa News, 10 Jul 2019 Everton Show Should Inspire SPL Title Charge, Sharks Coach Muluya Roars
- ↑ Michezo Afrika, 26 Oct 2018 Muluya now shifts attention to continental football
- ↑ Futaa, 19 Nov 2014 KPL Awards: Muluya wins Team Manager of the year award
- ↑ Futaa, 12 Jan 2018 Awards: Muluya named 2017 KPL coach of the year