Junior Starlets Head Coach Mildred Cheche has announced the starting lineup for today’s second-leg match of the 2024 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup qualifier against Burundi.
There are a few changes from the first leg. Valerie Nekesa returns to the starting lineup, replacing Quinter Adhiambo, while Susan Akoth takes over from Halima Imbachi in midfield. Lindey Weey will be on the bench.
Velma Abwire will start in goal, with the defense led by Captain Elizabeth Ochaka, alongside Christine Adhiambo, Kimberly Akinyi, and Lorine Ilavonga.
The midfield will feature Velma Awuor, Susan Akoth, Rebecca Odato, and Lorna Faith.
The attack will be spearheaded by Marion Serenge and Valerie Nekesa.
Starting XI
1.Velma Abwire, 16. Christine Adhiambo, 3. Kimberly Akinyi, 19. Lorine Ilavonga, 12. Elizabeth Ochaka, 9. Velma Awuor, 10. Marion Serenge, 6. Susan Akoth, 14. Lorna Faith, 20.Rebecca Odato, 13. Valerie Nekesa
Substitutes
- Ephy Awuor , 24. Joan Ogola, 15. Mitshelle Waithera, 11. Diana Anyango, 5. Sheryl Atieno, 4. Jenevive Mithel, 7. Quinter Adhiambo, 8. Lindey Weey, 17. Halima Imbachi
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