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August 3, 2025
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Fans light up Kasarani as Harambee Stars edge out DR Congo's Leopards

Fans light up Kasarani as Harambee Stars edge out DR Congo's Leopards

Fans with VIP tickets but no vehicle access boarded shuttles at Garden City Mall to gain entry into Kasarani Stadium...

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Harambee Stars defeated DR Congo's Leopards in an opening fixture of the African Nations Championship (CHAN), thrilling a capacity crowd at the newly refurbished Moi International Sports Centre Kasarani Stadium. Fans arrived as early as 7 am to cheer on their national team.

  • Attendance: 48,000 fans at Moi International Sports Centre Kasarani Stadium
  • Key Person: President William Ruto led dignitaries in cheering, and pledged Sh1 million to each player for every win.
  • Notable Detail: Vibrant atmosphere with fans arriving on high-end motorbikes, public transport, chanting, and engaging in Mexican waves, showcasing a safe and family-friendly environment.

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Harambee Stars Achieve Historic 1-0 Victory Over DR Congo in CHAN 2024 Opener - August 2025

The Kenya Harambee Stars secured a significant 1-0 victory over two-time African Nations Championship (CHAN) winners DR Congo at a packed Kasarani Stadium on Sunday night. This historic win, witnessed by President William Ruto and thousands of fans, marks Kenya's first-ever CHAN victory against Les Léopards, giving Harambee Stars head coach Benni McCarthy a winning start. Political leaders across party lines joined thousands of Kenyans at Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, to cheer on the Harambee Stars, with fans arriving as early as 7 am. This victory was part of the opening fixtures of CHAN 2024, where host Kenya secured a narrow 1-0 win against DR Congo, while Morocco also started their campaign with a 2-0 win over Angola.

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