Eugine Wabwile 
Kenya’s youth football teams are gearing up for some intense international showdowns, and the excitement is palpable. From the Junior Starlets to the Rising Stars and the Harambee Starlets, these young talents are ready to showcase their skills on the global stage.First up, the Junior Starlets are intensifying their preparations for the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers against Uganda. With a recent hard-fought victory under their belt, the team is oozing with determination and readiness.
Players like Halima Imbachi, Hanifa Bakari, and Judith Wekumu are all in high spirits, expressing their confidence and commitment to success in the upcoming qualifiers.Meanwhile, the Rising Stars, Kenya’s U20 men’s team, have kicked off a scouting camp in Nairobi as they gear up for the AFCON U20 tournament in Ivory Coast.
Led by head coach Salim Babu, the camp aims to identify top young talents to strengthen the squad. With a tough Group C challenge ahead against Senegal, Zambia, and Sierra Leone, the Rising Stars are eyeing a spot at the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile later this year.And let’s not forget about the Harambee Starlets, who have arrived in Tunisia for a crucial WAFCON qualifier match.
With their sights set on a positive result, the team is laser-focused on advancing further in the competition.As the youth football teams of Kenya continue to hone their skills and prepare for these international showdowns, fans across the nation are eagerly anticipating the matches. With hopes high for impressive performances that will elevate Kenya’s standing on the international stage, the future looks bright for these talented young athletes. Stay tuned for more updates as these teams gear up for their moment in the spotlight.
