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Originally published by Standard Sportssports
July 23, 2025
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Kenya exits pre-CHAN friendlies over conditions in Tanzania
Kenya coach Benni McCarthy said it was the right move to withdraw from pre-African Nations Championship (CHAN) football friendlies in Tanzania, citing the poor quality of the pitch...
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Kenya has withdrawn from the pre-African Nations Championship (CHAN) football friendlies in Tanzania due to poor pitch conditions, according to coach Benni McCarthy.
- The withdrawal occurred just hours before the first match against Tanzania, part of a four-nation tournament.
- Coach Benni McCarthy emphasized the risk of player injuries due to poor pitch quality.
- Kenya is set to face tough opponents in CHAN, including two-time champions Morocco and Angola, starting on August 2, 2025.
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