McCarthy building the future as Harambee Stars face Burundi
Kenya are already out of the qualifiers after three defeats, three draws and two wins, results that leave them second last in Group F with nine points...
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Harambee Stars coach Benni McCarthy is focused on rebuilding the national team for future tournaments, particularly the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon), despite Kenya being out of the ongoing 2026 World Cup qualifiers. McCarthy plans to use upcoming matches against Burundi and Afcon champions Ivory Coast to rotate the squad, integrating youth with experienced players to form a stronger team.
- Kenya is currently second last in Group F of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers with nine points.
- Coach Benni McCarthy is rotating the squad, blending youth and experience, ahead of the 2027 Afcon.
- Lawrence Okoth, a standout from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations U20 tournament, received his maiden call-up to the national team.
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