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Originally published by Standard Sportssports
September 16, 2026
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McCarthy trims overseas stars as Olunga, Job headline final AFCON qualifiers squad
Harambee Stars head coach Benni McCarthy has trimmed down his provisional roster to a streamlined 24-man squad as Kenya prepares to kick off its Group D 2027 AFCON qualifying campaign...
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Harambee Stars head coach Benni McCarthy has named a 24-man squad for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, trimming down the provisional roster by dropping several overseas-based players.
- The squad features the return of captain Michael Olunga, who is one goal shy of Kenya's all-time scoring record.
- Notable exclusions include vice-captain Joseph Okumu and goalkeeper Ian Otieno.
- The team includes new call-ups like Vincent Harper and promising young forward Job Ochieng, alongside a strong contingent of local players from Gor Mahia and Tusker FC.
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