Kenyans hope Stars will lift themselves up after Chan exit
McCarthy believes Kenyan football is on an upward trajectory as Harambee Stars is forced to watch remainder of Chan from afar after quarters heartbreak...
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Kenya's Harambee Stars exited the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) after a heartbreaking penalty shootout loss to Madagascar in the quarter-finals, despite an impressive debut performance in the tournament. Head coach Benni McCarthy focused on the team's significant progress, instilling hope for the future of Kenyan football.
- The Harambee Stars lost 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw over 120 minutes against Madagascar at Kasarani Stadium.
- Head coach Benni McCarthy praised his team's efforts, stating, "Nothing but proud of what we achieved. The players gave everything every single day in training and every match.”
- Kenya topped their "Group of Death" with 10 points from four matches, overcoming teams like Morocco, Zambia, DR Congo, and Angola.
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Harambee Stars and Uganda Cranes Eliminated From CHAN 2024 Quarter-Finals - August 2025
Kenya's Harambee Stars were eliminated from the African Nations Championship (Chan) 2024 after a devastating penalty shootout loss to Madagascar in the quarter-finals on August 22, 2025, at Kasarani Stadium. This occurred despite an impressive debut performance in the tournament. The Uganda Cranes were also eliminated from the 2024 CHAN following a 1-0 quarter-final loss to defending champions Senegal at Namboole Stadium. The defeat of both teams means that no East African co-host will feature in the medal bracket of the tournament. The event serves as a dry run for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon).
