)
Zambia national team head coach Avram Grant has warned against underestimating Kenya in the Four Nations Tournament.
Zambia national team head coach Avram Grant has made it clear that his team will not take Harambee Stars lightly in the upcoming Four Nations Tournament scheduled to be held in Malawi from Monday 18 March to Tuesday 26 March.
The tournament, which also features Zimbabwe and the host nation Malawi, is set to be a showcase of some of the best football talents in the region.
)
14:33 - 13.03.2024
FOOTBALL Past interview of Cameroon's '17-year-old' suspended for age-cheating returns to haunt him
What Douala, the supposed 17-year-old that Cameroon took to 2023 AFCON in January, said when he identified himself as Alexandre Bardelli in an interview dating back to 2021.
Despite Zambia's superior ranking and being considered the favorites, Grant has expressed respect for all participating nations, highlighting the potential threat they pose.
"I prefer to play against Brazil or Argentina, but teams in Africa are improving a lot. We see what is happening in Tanzania, Kenya, and others. I think it will be a good tournament and a good test," Grant said, emphasizing the strides African football has made in recent years.
)
13:00 - 13.03.2024
FOOTBALL Jonah Ayunga returns as Engin Firat names Harambee Stars squad for Malawi Four Nations Tournament
Harambee Stars coach Engin Firat has announce squad for four-nations tournament, blending local and international talent for upcoming fixtures in Malawi.
The former Chelsea manager pointed out the evolving competitive nature of the continent's football landscape, referencing the recent performances at the Africa Cup of Nations.
"Most of the teams in Africa perform well, and football in Africa is moving forward. Even at the Africa Cup of Nations, you saw that there are no easy games anymore, not for them and not for us," he added.
)
12:45 - 13.03.2024
FOOTBALL Murang'a Seal claw back at FKF in Hussein Mohammed dispute ahead of Saturday AGM
Murang'a Seal insists that Hussein Mohammed will represent them at FKF AGM defying FKF's claim of his ineligibility, citing constitutional rights and governance issues.
Kenya, on the other hand, is not just participating for the experience. The Harambee Stars are on a mission to continue their pursuit of a spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
In June, they are set to face the African Champions, Ivory Coast, and their CECAFA neighbors, Burundi, in what promises to be a challenging qualification campaign.
)
06:00 - 13.03.2024
FOOTBALL Parliament sets deadline for CHAN & AFCON venue budgets
Parliament has demanded Sports Cabinet Secretary Ababu Namwamba to submit a detailed budget for CHAN and AFCON venue development.
Kenya participated in a similar tournament in Mauritius last year, defeating Pakistan before suffering a narrow loss to the host nation.
Follow Pulse Sports WhatsApp channel for more news.
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)