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August 22, 2025
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Behold, Kenya's five hitmen doing duty for the country

Behold, Kenya's five hitmen doing duty for the country

As Kenya prepares to face Madagascar today, it’s important to appreciate that Harambee Stars’ journey in the Chan 2024 has been has been nothing short of extraordinary...

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Harambee Stars, Kenya's national football team, has surprisingly excelled in the African Nations Championship (Chan) 2024, topping Group A with 10 points after being written off by many. Under the leadership of head coach Benni McCarthy, the team's strong performance is attributed to his trusted technical staff, dubbed "Kenya's five hitmen."

  • Harambee Stars achieved an unbeaten run, securing 10 points to top "Group of Death" in Chan 2024.
  • The coaching staff includes assistant coaches Vasili Manousakis and Anthony 'Modo' Kimani, goalkeepers coach Moeneeb Josephs, and data analysts Pilela Maposa and Nick Kimanthi.
  • Head coach Benni McCarthy, a UEFA Champions League winner, has strategically assembled a diverse team, combining international expertise with local football knowledge, leading to the unexpected success.

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