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September 28, 2025
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Crunch moment as Rising Starlets clash with Ethiopia in crucial World Cup qualifiers

Crunch moment as Rising Starlets clash with Ethiopia in crucial World Cup qualifiers

Kenyans need a win of any kind to advance to the final round of qualifiers...

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The Rising Starlets face Ethiopia today at 3:00 PM in a crucial return leg of the 2026 Fifa Under-20 Women’s World Cup qualifiers at Ulinzi Sports Complex. After a 1-1 stalemate in the first leg, Kenya must win to remain in contention for one of Africa's four slots to the global event in Poland.

  • The aggregate winner will proceed to the third round, likely facing Tanzania.
  • Starlets coach Jackline Juma expressed confidence, emphasizing the need to strengthen defense and offense.
  • Key players like Elizabeth Mideva, Emily Moranga, Valerie Nekesa, and Lorna Faith are expected to feature prominently.

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