Kenya's Harambee Starlets suffered a significant 4-0 defeat to hosts Morocco in their opening match of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). The loss marked the Starlets' return to the continental finals after a decade-long absence.

• Morocco scored four goals against the Harambee Starlets
• Key players for Morocco included Sakina Ouzraoui and Ibtissam Jraidi, both scoring braces.
• The match took place at Stade Prince Moulay Hassan in Rabat on July 26, 2026.

The Harambee Starlets are set to face tournament hosts Morocco in their opening match of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) on Sunday night. Head coach Beldine Odemba expressed confidence in her team's readiness to compete against one of Africa's top women's football nations.

• The Group A match will kick off at 11 p.m. East Africa Time at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat.
• The Harambee Starlets qualified for the WAFCON finals after an impressive campaign, defeating Tunisia and The Gambia.
• Morocco, who reached the final of the last WAFCON and the Round of 16 at the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup, are considered a strong opponent.

Kenya's Harambee Starlets suffered a heavy 4-0 defeat against hosts Morocco in their opening match of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) on Sunday.

• Morocco dominated the game, scoring through Ouzraoui (20') and a brace from Jraidi (32', 46'), with Atiq also finding the net (28').
• The Moroccan side enjoyed 65.9% of ball possession and registered 17 goal attempts, compared to Kenya's two.
• Despite the scoreline, Harambee Starlets goalkeeper Lilian Awuor made six crucial saves.

Harambee Starlets suffered a significant defeat in their return to the continental stage, losing 4-0 to hosts Morocco in their opening 2026 Women Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon) qualifier.

• The Kenyan team was outclassed by the Atlas Lionesses, with goals from Ibtissam Jraidi (brace), Sakina Ouzraoui, and Maryame Atiq sealing the victory.
• Harambee Starlets' head coach, Beldine Odemba, acknowledged the team was not at its best and looks to upcoming matches against Senegal and Algeria to improve.
• The match highlighted a stark contrast in preparation and resources, with Morocco boasting a professional setup and players from top European leagues, while Starlets faced administrative issues and limited build-up games.