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Originally published by Standard Sportssports
June 11, 2026
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Harambee Starlets face reality check as 2026 Wafcon nears
With the Wafcon also serving as the Fifa 2027 World Cup qualifier, it will be the ultimate yardstick for measuring Kenya’s women’s football development...
✨ Key Highlights
The Harambee Starlets face a significant challenge as the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon) approaches, highlighted by inconsistent performances at the recent Fifa Four Nations Tournament.
- A 1-1 draw against higher-ranked Zambia, followed by a 4-1 penalty shootout loss, contrasted sharply with a dominant 6-0 victory over low-ranked Lesotho.
- Coach Beldine Odemba acknowledged the need to improve scoring and will consider squad changes to prepare for tough opponents like hosts Morocco, Senegal, and Algeria in Group A.
- The Wafcon also serves as a qualifier for the 2027 Fifa World Cup, making success in the group stage crucial for Kenya's women's football development.
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