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Mildred Cheche is expected to name a strong lineup for the Junior Starlets' decisive World Cup qualifier against Burundi.
Destiny awaits the Kenya Under 17 women’s national football team Junior Starlets as they stand on the brink of securing a spot in the upcoming FIFA U17 Women's World Cup.
The crucial second leg of their qualifier against Burundi will see them defending a comfortable three-goal lead aiming to seal their World Cup dreams with a solid performance at home.
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08:13 - 16.06.2024
Why Junior Starlets will not count their chicks with maiden World Cup place just 90 minutes away
Why Kenya U-17 girls are not getting carried away with World Cup place now just 90 minutes away.
The first leg saw the Junior Starlets dominate Burundi with a 3-0 victory at Abebe Bikila Stadium in Addis Ababa, thanks to goals from Lornah Faith, Marion Serenge, and substitute Susan Okoth.
This strong showing has placed them tantalizingly close to a berth in the global tournament, scheduled to run from October 16 to November 3, 2024, in the Dominican Republic.
Starlets head coach Mildred Cheche is anticipated to stick with a winning formula.
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19:32 - 15.06.2024
Alphonce Omija reveals ambitious plans after heroic debut for Harambee Stars against Ivory Coast
Omija was outstanding on his first start for Harambee Stars against Ivory Coast last Tuesday.
In goal, Velma Abwire is expected to continue her role as the last line of defense.
The backline led by captain Elizabeth Ochaka will likely remain unchanged and she will be flanked by Christine Adhiambo, Kimberly Akinyi, and Lorine Ilavonga, a quartet that has displayed formidable chemistry in their last three outings.
The midfield will be orchestrated by Velma Awuor and Lorna Faith who will be supported by Halima Imbachi and Rebecca Odato.
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15:14 - 15.06.2024
Dates for AFCON qualifying draw revealed with Harambee Stars set to find out opponents for 2025 edition
Harambee Stars will be taking part in AFCON qualification for the first time since 2019.
Leading the charge upfront will be Marion Serenge and Quinter Adhiambo whose partnership has been a significant threat to opposing defenses throughout the qualifiers.
Junior Starlets Probable XI:
Velma Abwire (GK), Christine Adhiambo, Kimberly Akinyi, Lorine Ilavonga, Elizabeth Ochaka, Velma Awuor, Marion Serenge, Halima Imbachi, Lorna Faith, Rebecca Odato, Quinter Adhiambo
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