Harambee Stars hoping to have the last laugh against Ivory Coast
Although Kenya are already out of the race for a ticket to next year’s global football showpiece in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, they could still have a say in who tops the group...
✨ Key Highlights
The Kenya Harambee Stars face Ivory Coast tonight in a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier match in Abidjan at 10 PM Kenyan time. While Kenya is out of contention for qualification, they can influence Group F's outcome, potentially spoiling Ivory Coast's direct qualification hopes.
- Ivory Coast leads Group F with 23 points, one point ahead of Gabon.
- Assistant coach Vasili Manousakis stated the team's intention is to "play on the front foot and go for the win."
- Striker Ryan Ogam, who scored the winner against Burundi, hopes to "help the team again" with his goal-scoring touch.
Continue Reading
Read the complete article from Standard Sports
Part of the Day's Coverage
Kenyan National Teams Compete in Boxing, Rugby, and Football Events - October 2025
Kenyan boxers are in Nairobi for the Africa Zone Three Boxing Championships, where they aim to win the overall title from defending champions, the Democratic Republic of Congo. The tournament begins tomorrow, with the Kenyan team leveraging home advantage. In another sport, Kenya Shujaa successfully defended their Safari Sevens title at Nyayo National Stadium on October 12, 2025. This victory has boosted their confidence for the upcoming 2025-2026 World Rugby Sevens Series Division Two. Additionally, the Kenya Harambee Stars football team will face Ivory Coast tonight in Abidjan at 10 PM Kenyan time. The match is a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier where Kenya, though out of contention, can influence the outcome of Group F.
