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Beldine Odemba's coached side delivered a commanding performance to outshine defending champions Uganda in a heated Migingo Derby clash.
Harambee Starlets cruised to a 4-0 win over Migingo derby rivals Uganda in a round two match of the ongoing CECAFA Senior Women’s Championship at Azam Complex in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
Kenya went into the match having thrashed Burundi 3-0 on Sunday to kick off their title push on the front foot.
Uganda, on the other hand, hammered South Sudan 5-0 to bounce back from their opening day shocking 1-0 defeat to Burundi.
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Starlets almost claimed the lead in the seventh minute, with Tumaini Waliaula breaking free down the right flank and whipping in a dangerous cross which Violet Nanjala met with a firm header, but her effort crashed off the post with Ugandan goalkeeper Lillian Nakiirya well beaten.
But just over ten minutes later, the breakthrough came. In the 18th minute, Diana Wacera picked up the ball outside the area after a partially cleared corner, shifted onto her right foot, and unleashed a thunderous strike that flew into the top corner past Nakiirya to put Kenya 1-0 up.
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Kenya maintained their attacking rhythm and doubled their advantage nine minutes later. Dorcas Shikobe, making a darting run from defence during a set-piece routine, was on hand to poke home after a scramble in the six-yard box, giving the Starlets full control of proceedings.
The onslaught continued just moments later in the 29th minute when Uganda were caught napping at the back. Fasila Adhiambo split the Ugandan defence with a clever through ball, releasing Violet Nanjala, who showed composure beyond her years to slot calmly into the bottom corner for Kenya’s third.
At 3-0 down, Uganda struggled to muster a response. While they tried to press forward, they found themselves repeatedly thwarted by the composed backline marshalled by Shikobe and Enez Mango.
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Sylvia Kabene had Uganda’s best chance of the half in the 35th minute, curling a free kick just over the bar, but it was as close as they would come.
The second half saw Kenya ease off slightly but remain in control. Coach Beldine Odemba made some tactical tweaks, introducing fresh legs to preserve energy with group qualification nearly secured.
Lavender Ann Akinyi and Vivian Nasaka kept things tidy in midfield, recycling possession smartly and cutting out any attempts by Uganda to build momentum.
In the 56th minute, Uganda had a glimpse of hope when Shamirah Nalugya found herself in space just outside the box, but her low drive was well held by Lillian Awuor, who remained largely untested throughout the match.
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Kenya added a fourth in the 80th minute when Tumaini Waliaula danced past her marker on the right wing and delivered a teasing cross which substitute Martha Amunyolet met with a powerful header, sending the ball past the helpless Ugandan goalkeeper.
Uganda’s frustration boiled over late in the game, with Zainah Nandede booked for a reckless challenge on Ruth Ingosi, summing up a night to forget for the Crested Cranes.
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How they lined up:
Kenya: Lillian Awuor, Ruth Ingosi, Dorcas Shikobe, Enez Mango, Lavender Ann Akinyi, Vivian Nasaka, Fasila Adhiambo, Martha Amunyolet, Diana Wacera, Violet Nanjala, Tumaini Waliaula
Uganda: Lillian Nakiirya, Jolly Kobusinge, Desire Katisi Natooro, Zaina Namuleme, Magret Kunihira, Jovia Nakagolo, Shamirah Nalugya, Docus Lwalisa, Jamilah Nabulime, Sylvia Kabene, Zainah Nandede
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