KF Tirana left-back Eric Ouma has been named in Harambee Stars’ starting lineup to face New Zealand in Kenya’s first match of the 2018 Hero Intercontinental Cup.

The returning Kenyan international will partner experienced duo of Musa Mohammed and Jockins Atudo in defence, with AFC Leopards defender Mike Kibwage also expected to make an appearance.

Pistone Mutamba, who was on target in Kenya’s 1-0 win over Equatorial Guinea on Monday May 28, 2018 in Machakos, will lead the line upfront alongside Buildcon FC’s Mark Makwatta.

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Harambee Stars Starting lineup

Patrick Matasi (GK), Musa Mohammed, Mike Kibwage, Jockins Atudo, Eric Ouma, Duncan Otieno, Patilah Omotto, Cliffton Miheso, Ovella Ochieng, Pistone Mutamba, John Mark Makwatta

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Substitutes

Timothy Odhiambo (GK), Bolton Omwenga, Bernard Ochieng, Johnstone Omurwa, Dennis Odhiambo, Vincent Wasambo, Chrispin Oduor, Kenneth Muguna, Timothy Otieno

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