Kenya vs Madagascar: Harambee Stars Predicted Lineup Against the Barea

Harambee Stars will step onto the Kasarani Stadium turf hoping to make history at the 2024 African Nations Championships (CHAN 2024).

Kenya have made it to the quarter-final where a meeting with Madagascar awaits at Kasarani Stadium on Friday evening and if they win, they will make it to the semi-final in what is their debut appearance at the tournament.

To do that, coach Benni McCarthy has to get his tactics spot on yet again and that means selecting a team that will get a win without much struggle just like they had done at the group stage.

PAY ATTENTION: Stay updated with the Latest Sports News in Kenya from Pulse Sports

So, how are Harambee Stars likely to lineup?

Having been rested for Sunday’s match against Zambia, the new Gor Mahia goalkeeper is set to return in goal.

He has impressed in the last two matches and it is hard to see Daniel Sakari dislodging him.

The left-back had a good game against Morocco and with more defensive work needed, he is likely to edge out captain Aboud Omar.

The ever-present Gor Mahia defender has been unchallenged throughout and will keep his spot unless he suffers a late unfortunate setback.

Another top performer since his appearance against Morocco, the new Gor Mahia man will likely get the nod ahead of Alphonce Omija yet again.

The KCB man started on the bench against Zambia but is set to return to the starting XI on Friday.

He commanded the midfield well yet again against Zambia and it is hard to see him dropped.

He did not light up Kasarani on Sunday but the two-goal hero’s creativity and goals will be needed.

Harambee Stars seem to have a cutting edge in attack with him in the team and his movement and eye for a good pass will be key to breaking down Madagascar.

He has been bright out wide although his decision-making has been letting him down and also tracks back to help out defensively.

Having been the match winner in the last two games, the Tusker striker is the go-to man in attack and his team-mates just need to find him as he is good in and around the box.