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Kenya will face their rivals from Oceania in what is anticipated to be a highly charged showdown.
The national rugby men's Under 20, Chipu head coach Curtis Olago has named his squad that will open their World Rugby U20 Trophy campaign against Samoa on Saturday.
Olago's charges are set to battle one of the pre-tournament favourites but the coach who is also at the helm of KCB RFC is hopeful of a positive outcome as he pegs his hope on the preparations they have had.
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20:00 - 13.07.2023
RUGBY Chipu captain Michael Wamalwa sets the stage for home glory at World Rugby U20 Trophy
Wamalwa expresses honor and determination as Kenya prepares to face tough opponents in highly anticipated tournament
"We have prepared well for this tournament. We understand the level of competition that we are playing in, and the caliber of the opponent we are facing, but we believe that the boys will play their hearts out before the home fans," Olago said.
"We are aware of the physical threat that Samoa pose, but we play to our strengths and take our chances, not only on Saturday but throughout the tournament."
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11:45 - 12.07.2023
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Chipu matchday squad vs Samoa U20
15.Faran Juma, 14. Alvin Kalori, 13. Mike Wamalwa (Captain), 12. Chacha Masega, 11. Raphael Wanga, 10. Eddy Wambugu, 9. Patrick Wainaina, 1. Geylord Ngasi, 2. Jeremy Odhiambo, 3. Raymond Chacha, 4. Stanslaus Shikoli, 5. Andy Cole Omolo, 6. Laban Kipsang, 7. Iddo Kuta, 8. Jacktone Omondi.
Replacements: 16. George Otieno, 17. Wickliffe Ogutu, 18. Mike Oduor, 19. Edmond Omondi, 20. Vincent Omondi, 21. Brian Mwendwa, 22. Spencer Davies, 23. Victor Odhiambo.
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