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The Walsall FC defender has shared his reasons with Benni McCarthy on why he feels ready to make his Harambee Stars debut in the upcoming World Cup qualifiers.
Harambee Stars defender Vincent Harper has opened up about receiving a call-up from Benni McCarthy ahead of the World Cup qualifier matches against Burundi and the Ivory Coast.
Harambee Stars will begin their campaign against Burundi on Thursday, October 9, before going up against the Ivory Coast on Tuesday, October 14.
Vincent Harper, receiving his second Harambee Stars call-up, has expressed his excitement and is itching to finally step on the pitch and play for the national team.
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09:19 - 07.10.2025
Harambee Stars boss Benni McCarthy has outlined how the standards of the FKF Premier League are rising since he became national team coach.
Harper, who currently plays for EFL League Two side Walsall, received his first call-up in 2023 when Harambee Stars drew 2-2 with Russia in a friendly match that took place in Turkey. However, he did not make his debut.
Vincent Harper on What it Means to Receive Second Harambee Stars Call-Up
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Vincent Harper has opened up about his playing style and confidence in making Benni McCarthy proud while helping the Harambee Stars reach new heights.
The former Exeter City defender admitted that missing out on the national team for nearly two years was disappointing, but it motivated him to work harder and improve his game.
Now back in contention, Vincent Harper expressed his excitement at finally earning a call-up and said he is eager to get minutes on the pitch and proudly represent Kenya.
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18:17 - 06.10.2025
Austin Odhiambo was contriversially left out of the squad in September, but Benni McCarthy recalled him for their upcoming assignments against Burundi and Ivory Coast.
“I’m more direct and more dynamic, and I have a lot of energy, so I can get up and down the pitch a lot,” Vincent Harper told reporters on Monday.
“It was very disappointing, but it made me work harder to come back, and thankfully, the managers trusted me and called me back. I want to get an appearance for the team so I can finally say I’ve played for Kenya.”
Vincent Harper Looking Forward to Finally Making Harambee Stars Debut
Vincent Harper added that getting a chance to play for Harambee Stars will be a huge step in his career. He pointed out that being together with the squad has helped him learn several things, including Swahili.
Harper has also noticed the changes in the squad, explaining that they have stepped up their game, and he cannot wait to see how they perform in their two crucial matches.
“It will be massive, it will be a huge achievement to play in the national team, especially for my country. I’m looking forward to it,” Vincent Harper explained.
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07:51 - 07.10.2025
England-born winger Adam Wilson joins injury-hit Harambee Stars as Benni McCarthy’s side departs Tuesday for crucial FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
“It’s not been long, but we have gelled together quickly, and we all get along, so I’m slowly learning some Swahili along the way.”
After being called up to the Harambee Stars squad since 2023, Vincent Harper now believes he is ripe for his debut as he sends a message to Benni McCarthy.