CHAN 2024: Key Matches Kasarani Will Host as Harambee Stars Eye Knockout Berth

Key Matches Kasarani Will Host as Harambee Stars Eye Knockout Berth

CHAN 2024: Key Matches Kasarani Will Host as Harambee Stars Eye Knockout Berth

Abigael Wafula 13:17 - 02.08.2025

Find out the matches Kasarani Stadium will host as Harambee Stars look to make a mark in their CHAN debut.

The Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, has set the stage for epic Group A battles and, most importantly, the venue for the CHAN 2024 grand finale.

From August 2 to 30, 2025, the eyes of the continent will be fixed on East Africa, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Kasarani, with its imposing 60,000-seat capacity, ready to deliver an unforgettable experience to fans.

CHAN 2024: Kasarani Home for Group A Matches and Grand Finale

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Benni McCarthy, Harambee Stars, CHAN 2024
Photo || IMAGO

Harambee Stars will play all their Group A matches at the iconic Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, to ensure consistency and allow the players to truly leverage the incredible home crowd advantage.

As coach Benni McCarthy and Harambee Stars look to make history in their CHAN 2024 debut, Kasarani will be one of the stages that will determine whether the squad will make a mark.

Sunday, August 3, 2025: Harambee Stars vs. DR Congo (Group A) – Kick-off 3:00 PM EAT

Harambee Stars
Harambee Stars. Photos: FKF Media

Harambee Stars will kick off their CHAN campaign against a formidable DR Congo side, two-time champions, and one of the most successful teams in the history of the tournament.

DR Congo claimed top honours in the inaugural edition of the tournament in 2009 before reclaiming their title in 2016, and they will be looking to bounce back to winning ways this year.

The atmosphere will be absolutely electric as Harambee Stars aim to start their campaign with a statement that fans cannot afford to miss.

Thursday, August 7, 2025: Angola vs. Harambee Stars (Group A) – Kick-off 7:00 PM EAT

Angola
Angola are fresh from winning the COSAFA Cup in South Africa in June. Photo: Imago

Under the lights, the evening clash between Harambee Stars and Angola will test Kenya's resilience against a tactically astute Angolan team.

Angola have yet to win a CHAN title, and with a heavily talented team, they hope to finally make a mark. Fans should expect a high-intensity battle as both sides vie for crucial points.

Sunday, August 10, 2025: Harambee Stars vs. Morocco (Group A) – Kick-off 3:00 PM EAT

Morocco CHAN 2024
Morocco have landed in Kenya ahead of CHAN.

The clash between Harambee Stars and Morocco will be a monumental one. Harambee Stars face Morocco in what promises to be a true test of their ambition.

Morocco are also two-time champions, alongside DR Congo, having won their first title in 2018 and defending it in 2020.

The match between Morocco and Harambee Stars will be crucial as both teams look to earn the crucial points to proceed them to the quarterfinal.

Sunday, August 17, 2025: Zambia vs. Harambee Stars (Group A) – Kick-off 3:00 PM EAT

Harambee Stars
Harambee Stars training for CHAN 2024. Image source: Imago

The match between Zambia and Harambee Stars will be the climax for Kenya. Harambee Stars will be wrapping up their initial campaign against Zambia's Chipolopolo.

This match could determine qualification for the knockout stages, and Harambee Stars will have to be careful with every pass, tackle, and shot.

Zambia have also yet to win a CHAN title and they will be taking every match as a final, as they look to make history.

CHAN 2024: Beyond the Group Stage

Kasarani's importance does not end with the group stage matches, as the stadium is also set to host an exhilarating Quarter-Final match, pitting the winner of Group A against the runner-up of Group B.

Kasarani has also been bestowed with the honour of hosting the CHAN 2024 final match on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at 6:00 PM EAT.

The match will determine the continent's best homegrown team that will lift the coveted trophy, and it will be a moment etched in history.