Harambee Stars triumphed over Seychelles with a 5-0 victory in their 2026 World Cup qualifier played today, Monday, November 20, 2023, at the Stade Felix Houphouet-Boigny in Abidjan, Ivory Coast.
The captain, Michael Olunga, bagged two quick-fire goals, propelling Harambee Stars into an early advantage. Masud Juma found the net just before halftime, consolidating the lead at 3-0.
After the break, Rooney Onyango scored his first for the team in the 62nd minute, further extending the team’s dominance. Shortly after, Benson Omalla added to the tally, sealing the resounding 5-0 victory in the 73rd minute.
Kenya now rises to position three in Group F, amassing three crucial points in their quest for the 2026 World Cup qualification.
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Starting XI
Patrick Matasi (GK), Eric Ouma, Amos Nondi, Johnstone Omurwa, Dennis Ng’ang’a, Anthony Akumu, Richard Odada, Rooney Onyango, Eric Johanna, Masud Juma, Michael Olunga
Substitutes
Ian Otieno (GK), Joseph Okoth (GK), Abud Omar, Nabi Kibunguchy, Daniel Sakari, Timothy Noor, Duncan Otieno, Duke Abuya, Ayub Timbe, Kenneth Muguna, Benson Omala, Alfred Scriven
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