Harambee Starlets arrived in Cameroon brimming with optimism for crucial WAFCON qualifiers against formidable Cameroon.
Harambee Starlets head coach Beldine Odemba has expressed her team's readiness and optimism as they prepare to face Cameroon in the 2024 Africa Women's Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifiers.
The first leg of this high-stakes encounter is slated for Friday, September 22, at the illustrious Reunification Stadium in Douala, Cameroon.
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05:30 - 20.09.2023
FOOTBALL Czech-based midfielder reveals reason for Harambee Starlets final squad omission
The Czech-based midfielder was unexpectedly omitted from the Starlets squad but expressed her dream to represent Kenya in the future.
Having arrived in Cameroon on Tuesday, the Kenyan squad was greeted with a warm reception, setting the tone for their crucial match against formidable opponents.
Speaking about their arrival, coach Odemba shared her team's sentiments, saying her charges are hopeful ahead of the clash.
"We are glad to be here in Cameroon. We arrived this morning to a warm reception. We have been assisted logistically from the airport to the hotel. We are happy to be here and very optimistic as a team,” the said.
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18:30 - 18.09.2023
FOOTBALL: Harambee Starlets hidden card ahead of tough Cameroon duel
The Kenya national women’s team is confident of edging Cameroon in the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifier having been boosted by the availability of several foreign-based players
Cameroon, with a rich history in women's football, has consistently been a strong contender in the WAFCON. Odeba acknowledged their formidable opponents, stating, "Cameroon has participated in a number of WAFCON when it was AWCON, and we also participated once, so we know how it goes."
The experience gained from previous tournaments has undoubtedly contributed to the preparedness of both teams for this critical showdown.
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18:30 - 18.09.2023
FOOTBALL: Harambee Starlets hidden card ahead of tough Cameroon duel
The Kenya national women’s team is confident of edging Cameroon in the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifier having been boosted by the availability of several foreign-based players
Odeba further highlighted the meticulous preparations her team has undergone, emphasizing their technical readiness for the clash. "Technically, we have prepared well, and the team is ready. We want to know how it goes," she confidently stated.
The stakes are high in this two-legged qualifier, as the aggregate winners will move on to the second round, scheduled between November 27 and December 5, 2023.
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11:06 - 14.09.2023
FOOTBALL Harambee Starlets coach Beldine Odemba expresses concerns ahead of Cameroon clash
The coach expresses readiness concerns ahead of crucial 2024 Africa Women's Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifiers against Cameroon.
If Harambee Starlets emerge victorious in this stage, they will secure automatic qualification for the prestigious 2024 Africa Women's Cup of Nations, set to be hosted in Morocco.
The journey to this pivotal moment for Harambee Starlets began on Tuesday, September 19, 2023, when they departed for Cameroon.
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20:00 - 10.09.2023
FOOTBALL Harambee Starlets begin preparations for 2024 WAFCON qualifier against Cameroon
Bedline Odemba’s charges have hit camp to tune up for the grueling two-legged encounter against the Indomitable Lionesses
They are determined to give their all in the first leg match and will fly back home on Sunday, September 24, 2023, just in time for their second leg clash on September 26, 2023.