The Rising Starlets of Kenya are set to face Tanzania U20 in the second leg of the 2026 Fifa Under-20 Women’s World Cup qualifier with an aggregate lead, vying for a spot in the next round of the prestigious tournament.

• Kenya holds a narrow 1-0 advantage from the first leg against Tanzania.
• The match is scheduled for Saturday at Azam Complex in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
• The aggregate winner will proceed to play against Cameroon, who secured a dominant 5-0 win over Botswana in their first-leg match.
• Midfielder Sunira Manda expressed confidence, stating the team worked on weaknesses from the first leg and is determined to win.
• Defender Patience Asiko referenced a Swahili saying in response to Tanzania’s complaints about the first-leg pitch, emphasizing their resolve to win anywhere.
• Coach Jackline Juma is likely to maintain goalkeeper Christine Adhiambo, and key players like captain Fasila Adhiambo and goal-scorer Elizabeth Mideva are expected to start.