Junior Starlets share spoils with Teen Cranes
Junior Starlets laboured to a 1-1 draw with Uganda’s Teen Cranes in the first leg match of the second round of the 2026 Fifa Under-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers..
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The Junior Starlets of Kenya secured a crucial 1-1 draw against Uganda’s Teen Cranes in the first leg of the 2026 Fifa Under-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers.
- A late goal from substitute Emily Adhiambo salvaged a point for the visitors in Kampala.
- The Junior Starlets will now need to win the return leg on May 30 at the Nyayo Stadium to advance.
- Shadia Nabirye initially put the Teen Cranes ahead in the 11th minute.
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Junior Starlets share spoils with Teen Cranes - May 2026
Kenya's Junior Starlets secured a crucial 1-1 draw against Uganda's Teen Cranes in the first leg of the 2026 FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup qualifiers. Kenya also scored a wonder goal in another 1-1 draw against Uganda in the FIFA U17 Women's World Cup qualifier. Meanwhile, young Kenyan junior athletes showcased exceptional talent and determination at the national trials for the 2026 World Under-20 Championships in Nairobi, securing their spots for the global event in Eugene, Oregon, USA.
