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Originally published by Standard Sportssports
September 21, 2025
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Rising Starlets tackle Ethiopia in World Cup Qualifier in Addis
Coach Juma’s charges eye away victory to increase their chances of advancing to the third round...
✨ Key Highlights
The Rising Starlets of Kenya are set to face Ethiopia today in Addis Ababa for the first leg of their 2026 Fifa Under-20 Women’s World Cup qualifiers, aiming to secure crucial away points. They will host the return leg at Ulinzi Sports Complex next Sunday, with the goal of advancing to the final qualification round.
- The team is coached by Jackline Juma, with history-making Under-17 Junior Starlets coach Milred Cheche as her assistant.
- The squad includes eight Junior Starlets players who qualified for last year’s Fifa Under-17 World Cup in the Dominican Republic, bringing valuable international experience.
- Notable players include captain Elizabeth Ochaka, Halima Imbachi, and goalkeepers Velma Abwire and Ephy Awuor, alongside Simba Queens player Fasila Adhiambo, who will captain the team.
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