The Kenyan national team, Harambee Stars, has jetted out to Morocco, setting their sights on a crucial double-header of international friendlies against Chad. Head Coach Benni McCarthy has finalized his travelling squad for the matches scheduled for June 7th and June 10th, 2025, both to be played in Marrakech.
These back-to-back fixtures against the Central African nation represent vital preparation for the Stars as they continue their build-up towards the resumption of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers later in the year. Coach McCarthy will use the games to fine-tune tactics and assess player combinations under competitive conditions.
McCarthy’s final squad announcement reveals a mix of experience and emerging talent:
- Goalkeepers: Brian Bwire, Faruk Shikalo, Sepstianos Wekesa.
- Defenders: Brian Mandela, Alphonce Omija, Sylvester Owino, Siraj Mohammed, Abud Omar, Daniel Sakari, Swaleh Pamba, Lewis Bandi.
- Midfielders: Brian Musa, Alpha Onyango, Austine Odhiambo, Ben Stanley Omondi, Boniface Muchiri, Mohammed Bajaber, William Lenkupae, Adam Wilson, James Kinyanjui, David Sakwa.
- Forwards: Beja Nyamawi, Moses Shumah, Emmanuel Osoro.
The squad features several players looking to cement their places, with notable inclusions in midfield and attack. The absence of talisman Michael Olunga, as seen in previous camps, suggests McCarthy is keen to evaluate other striking options like Nyamawi, Shumah, and Osoro.
The focus in Marrakech will be squarely on performance and cohesion. Facing Chad twice in quick succession offers a unique opportunity to implement game plans, make tactical adjustments between matches, and build valuable momentum. Kenyan fans will be eager to see signs of progress as the Stars aim to secure positive results and gather essential insights ahead of the more demanding World Cup qualification battles ahead. All eyes now turn to the Stade de Marrakech for the first clash this Saturday.
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