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Kenya names a 23-woman Harambee Starlets squad with seven new faces for a friendly against Morocco ahead of WAFCON qualifiers.
There are a few new faces as well as several returnees to Harambee Starlets squad as head coach Beldine Odemba on Friday named a 23-woman team set to face Morocco in an international friendly scheduled for Wednesday.
The high-profile fixture, which will be played away, marks Kenya’s return to the pitch two months after suffering a 2-0 double defeat to Côte d'Ivoire in Abidjan.
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10:00 - 30.05.2025
Michael Olunga: 7 Potential Destinations for Harambee Stars Captain After Al Duhail Exit
Harambee Stars captain Michael Olunga has left Qatari club Al Duhail after a hugely successful four-and-a-half-years but which countries could he end up playing in next?
Shiyonzo Leads New Call-Ups
The upcoming match serves as vital preparation for the final round of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifiers, where Starlets are set to clash with The Gambia on October 20 and 28.
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Kenya booked their place in the final round after edging Tunisia 1-0 on aggregate during the first round in February.
The first leg of the tie ended in a goalless stalemate at the Ulinzi Sports Complex in Nairobi on March 21, before Starlets clinched a narrow 1-0 win in the return leg at Sousse Olympic Stadium in Tunisia.
Striker Tereza Engesha, who scored the all-important goal in the third minute, is a surprise omission from the current squad.
Among the standout additions to the team is Kibera Soccer Women’s goalkeeper Vivian Shiyonzo, whose stellar performances in the 2024/25 FKF Women Premier League saw her keep 13 clean sheets.
The 20-year-old shot-stopper earns her maiden national team call-up and is one of seven new or returning players included by Odemba.
Also making a return to the national fold are defender Leah Andiema, striker Tumaini Waliaula, and midfield trio Diana Wacera, Phoebe Aketch, and Martha Amunyolet. Team captain Dorcas Shikobe also makes a welcome comeback after recovering from a long-term injury.
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20:20 - 29.05.2025
Kasarani and Nyayo Receive Major Boost Amid Scrutiny Ahead of CHAN
Kenya's preparations for the 2024 CHAN tournament have received a major financial boost and positive remarks from CAF, despite ongoing scrutiny of stadium readiness.
Star Players Retained for Stability
Despite the changes, coach Odemba has retained a core of experienced players to maintain stability.
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Regulars like goalkeeper Annedy Kundu and defenders Ruth Ingosi, Enez Mango, and Vivian Nasaka continue to form the backbone of the team. Midfielders Sheril Angach, Fasila Adhiambo, and Corazone Aquino also feature prominently in the lineup.
Leading the front line are seasoned forwards Mwanahalima Adam, Violet Nanjala, Jentrix Shikangwa, Elizabeth Wambui, Faith Mboya, and Emily Morang’a—each bringing experience and flair to the Starlets’ attacking options.
The friendly against Morocco is expected to test the team’s readiness for continental action and provide valuable game time to the newly called-up players as Kenya eyes a spot in the WAFCON finals.
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15:00 - 28.05.2025
Michael Olunga And 7 Notable Absentees From Benni McCarthy’s Latest Harambee Stars Squad
Michael Olunga is among some 7 big names Harambee Stars coach Benni McCarthy has dropped for their upcoming double-friendly encounters with Chad in Morocco this June.
Full Harambee Starlets squad:
Goalkeepers: Annedy Kundu, Vivian Shiyonzo
Defenders: Leah Andiema, Phoebe Aketch, Dorcas Shikobe, Tabitha Amoit, Janet Mumo, Ruth Ingosi, Enez Mango, Vivian Nasaka,
Midfielders:Diana Wacera, Martha Amunyolet, Sheril Angach, Fasila Adhiambo, Lavender Ann Akinyi, Corazone Aquino,
Forwards: Mwanahalima Adam, Violet Nanjala, Jentrix Shikangwa, Elizabeth Wambui, Faith Mboya, Emily Morang’a, Tumaini Waliaula
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