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Rising Stars make two changes to their starting XI as they face Tunisia in a must-win CAF U-20 AFCON clash.
Rising Stars head coach Salim Babu has made a couple of changes to his starting XI ahead of this evening’s crucial CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations Group B clash against Tunisia in Cairo.
After a narrow 3-2 defeat to Morocco in their opening fixture, the Rising Stars are looking to bounce back in style and reignite their campaign with a positive result against a Tunisia side that is struggling for form.
Babu’s charges are not only aiming to collect their first points of the tournament but will also be eager to continue their high-intensity performances, which saw them produce seven shots on target despite having just 38.4% possession in their last match.
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Notably, goalkeeper Wycliford Oduor returns between the sticks, replacing Benard Otuire, while Joseph Bate also comes into the starting lineup as part of a reshuffled midfield.
Both players are expected to bring renewed energy and composure as Kenya look to outplay a Tunisian side that has not found the back of the net in their last three AFCON finals matches.
Babu’s selection reflects a blend of experience and youthful exuberance, with captain Amos Wanjala once again anchoring the defense alongside Baron Ochieng and Manzur Okwaro.
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Andres Odhiambo Omondi and Hassan Kitsao Beja retain their places in midfield after solid outings against Morocco, with Beja particularly impressing with three shots on target.
Kevin Wangaya and Lawrence Okoth Ouma—who scored the opening goal against Morocco—will be expected to provide the creative spark in the final third, while Aldrine Kibet and Javan Ochieng lead the attacking line.
Kenya has now scored in all three of their AFCON finals appearances, dating back to their debut in 1979, and Babu will hope that attacking momentum continues against a Tunisia side under pressure.
The Tunisians, on the other hand, suffered a 1-0 defeat to Nigeria in their opening game and are winless in their last four tournament matches. They have also failed to score in 271 minutes of action at the finals, a drought that Kenya will hope to extend.
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Rising Stars Starting XI v Tunisia:
Wycliford Oduor (GK), Baron Ochieng, Manzur Okwaro, Amos Wanjala (C), Joseph Bate, Andres Odhiambo Omondi, Hassan Kitsao Beja, Kevin Wangaya, Lawrence Okoth Ouma, Aldrine Kibet, Javan Ochieng
Substitutes:
Kevin Oduor, Collins Ongou, Emilio Brian Okello, Humphrey Keengo Aroko, Kelly Madada, Mark Shaban, William Mwangi Gitama, Ezekiel Omuri, Elly Owande, Humphrey Obino
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