Boniface Muchiri, a Harambee Stars midfielder for Ulinzi Stars, credits football for lifting him out of poverty, achieving significant success on the field and aiming for future administration roles. His current participation in the African Nations Championship (CHAN) has propelled the national team to the quarter-finals.

• Muchiri was born 29 years ago in Nambale town, Busia County, and was raised by a single mother.
• He attributes his success to key individuals: his mother, Mildred Akinyi; former head teacher, Peter Lunani; and current Harambee Stars head coach, Benni McCarthy.
• Muchiri previously played for Nzoia Sugar, Sony Sugar, and Tusker (winning his first KPL title), and had a six-month professional stint with Los Angeles Force in the USA.
• For the past three seasons, Muchiri has been the top scorer for Ulinzi Stars.
• Harambee Stars will face Madagascar in the CHAN quarter-finals on Friday.

The Super Eagles of Nigeria secured a 2–0 victory over Congo in their final CHAN PAMOJA 2024 match in Dar es Salaam, with goals from Anas Yusuf and Sikiru Alimi. Despite the win, Nigeria was eliminated from the tournament, finishing third in Group D with three points, one point shy of qualification.

• Nigeria finished with three points after losses in their first two games.
• Coach Eric Chelle led the Nigerian team, which had been criticized for its blunt attack and limited depth.
• A goalless draw between Sudan and Senegal ultimately ended Nigeria’s slim hopes of advancing.

Sudan has advanced to the quarter-finals of the African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024 after a goalless draw with holders Senegal, topping Group D on goal difference. This achievement is a significant triumph for coach Kwesi Appiah, who navigated challenges including the lack of an active domestic league for his players.

• Sudan finished with 5 points, ahead of Senegal on goal difference (+4 to +1).
• Ghanaian coach Kwesi Appiah led Sudan to the knockout stages despite limited preparations and player fitness concerns.
• The team demonstrated resilience, absorbing pressure against Senegal and maintaining a strong defense led by goalkeeper Abdel Raouf Yagoub and captain Fares Abdullah.

Kenya's Harambee Stars have reached the 2024 African Nations Championship (Chan) quarter-finals unbeaten, setting up a potential all-East African final against either Tanzania or Uganda. Their impressive run in the "Group of Death" has fueled excitement among fans for a derby showdown.

• Kenya defeated DR Congo (1-0), drew with Angola (1-1), and secured crucial 1-0 wins against Morocco and Zambia.
• The team finished top of their challenging group with 10 points, earning a home quarter-final.
• Kenya will face Madagascar in the quarter-finals in Nairobi on Friday.
• Notable goal scorers for Kenya include Austin Odhiambo and Ryan Ogam.
• If Kenya reaches the final, it would mark the earliest opportunity to play Uganda or Tanzania, settling ongoing social media banter.