Confusion surrounds Harambee Starlets coach Beldine Odemba after she named Kenya’s squad for the CECAFA Women’s Championship.
Confusion has gripped the Harambee Starlets camp after head coach Beldine Odemba named her squad for the upcoming CECAFA Women's Championship,
This comes on the back earlier reports suggesting she had resigned from her role ahead of the tournament set to kick off on June 14 in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
Odemba, who was expected to lead the national women’s team in the regional competition, was reportedly no longer at the helm after news of her resignation surfaced earlier in the week. The reports created an atmosphere of uncertainty.
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Adding to the mystery, Odemba on Thursday unveiled her squad for the tournament, a move that contradicts the resignation claims.
Her selection, however, raised further questions after several established players were left out.
Notably missing from the squad are seasoned forwards Mwanahalima Adam, Jentrix Shikangwa, and experienced defender Phoebe Aketch.
The new-look team leans heavily on inexperienced players, signaling a possible rebuild or a shift in strategy.
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Whether this change is part of Odemba’s vision or a response to internal team issues remains unclear.
The Harambee Starlets will face stiff competition at the CECAFA Championship, lining up against hosts Tanzania, South Sudan, Burundi, and Uganda.
With a youthful and untested squad, Kenya’s chances at the tournament may hinge on how quickly the new players adapt to international competition.