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Salim Babu reveals Kenya's U18 Junior Stars squad, a blend of school and league talents, set to compete in CECAFA U18 Championship in Kisumu.
The Kenya National U18 boys' team, Junior Stars head coach Salim Babu has unveiled the final squad for the highly anticipated CECAFA U18 tournament.
With a mix of promising school team players and talents from various tournaments and FKF-run leagues across Kenya, the Junior Stars are gearing up for an exciting competition.
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FOOTBALL Kenya U18 coach Salim Babu sets target for CECAFA Championship
The Kenya U-18 coach Salim Babu has prioritized age eligibility for CECAFA to avoid past controversies.
In a bid to fortify their roster, the team has called upon the experience of players from the Football Kenya Federation Premier League.
Notable additions include Stanley Wilson and Sigmunn Maina from Kariobangi Sharks, Baron Ochieng from Sofapaka, Lucas Maina from Ulinzi Stars, and Ibrahim Wanzala from Kakamega Homeboyz.
The Junior Stars depth is further enhanced by players from National Super League and Division One clubs, with Rainbow FC and MOFA contributing their fair share of seasoned talents.
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18:06 - 22.11.2023
RUGBY Kenya U18 wunderkid Aldrine Kibet's message to fans ahead of CEFAFA tourney
The Spain-based 17-year-old has revealed that the Kenya u18 side is set to take the tournament by storm.
Tyron Kariuki, Manzur Suleiman, and Joseph Bate are among the standout names in this category.
Notably, the Junior Stars have also tapped into international talent reservoirs, with USA-based Louis Ingavi and the trio from Nastic Sports Academy - Aldrine Kibet, Amos Wanjala, and Alvin Kasavuli - making the cut.
The team departed for Kisumu on Thursday, November 23, 2023, where all their matches will take place.
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19:00 - 23.11.2023
FOOTBALL Strategic plan for Kenya u18 side revealed ahead of much-anticipated CECAFA tournament
FKF boss Nick Mwendwa has revealed the strategic plan for the Kenya u18 side as they prepare to take part in the CECAFA tournament which will be hosted in Kisumu and Kakamega.
Kenya finds itself in Group A, sharing the stage with Somalia, Rwanda, Sudan, and Djibouti.
Their journey begins with an opening match against Sudan, promising an intense battle right from the start.
The CECAFA U18 Boys Championship is scheduled to kick off on November 25th and will run until December 9th, 2023, with matches hosted in both Kisumu and Kakamega.
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18:00 - 23.11.2023
FOOTBALL Namwamba addresses reason for Kenya's frenzied bidding to host several football competitions
The Sports CS has addressed why Kenya have recently been bidding to host several football tournaments, including the 2027 AFCON.
Final Squad
Goalkeepers: Ibrahim Wanzala, Joshua Keya, Junior Odhiambo.
Defenders: Baron Ochieng, Joseph Bate, Amos Wanjala, Manzur Okwaro.
Midfielders: Stanley Wilson, Dalphene Ezekiah, Tyron Kariuki, Lucas Maina, Adrian Oloo, Elly Awino,Sigmun Maina, Alvin Kasavuli, Collins Ochieng, Kevin Musambai, Joseph Omuse, Humphrey Omondi.
Forwards; Syphas Otieno, Dancan Odhiambo, Louise Ingavi, Aldrine Kibet.
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