The Kenya National U20 provisional squad for the forthcoming four-nations tournament scheduled between March 18th and 26th, 2024, in Malawi has been named.Under the guidance of coach Salim Babu, the Rising Stars squad comprises players from various teams participating in FKF-run leagues across the country, including 12 players from the 2023 CECAFA U18 Boys Championships.##NAJAVA_MECA_7939136##UK-based has earned a place on the team as he seeks to feature for Kenya for the first time ever.Notable inclusions are Ibrahim Wanzala and Aldrine Kibet, recognized as the best goalkeeper and top scorer, respectively, in the 2023 CECAFA U18 Boys’ Championships. Additionally, Junior Stars captain Amos Wanjala, Louis Ingavi, Syphas Otieno, and Baron Ochieng have earned call-ups. The squad also features players from the FKF Premier League, including Mark Shaban and Paul Ochuoga from Gor Mahia, and Francis Kamau and Brian Mboya from Bidco United, among others, providing valuable experience.Kenya U20 squad namedGoalkeepersIbrahim Wanzala (Kakamega Homeboyz), Junior Odhiambo (Migori Youth), Joshua Keya (Rainbow), Kevin Alloys (Mathare United), Issa Emuria (Ulinzi Stars).DefendersNesta Olum (AFC Leopards), Sigmun Maina (Kariobangi Sharks), Junior Masinza… pic.twitter.com/vqnLnJgmo6— Ole Teya (@TeyaKevin) March 11, 2024 Players from the FKF National Super League and Division One clubs, such as Tyson Kariuki from Rainbow FC and Elly Owade from Migori Youth, have also been included.The team is set to report to camp on Monday, March 11, 2024, aiming to develop elite youth talent and prepare for the upcoming 2024 AFCON Under-20 qualifiers later this year.Hussein will attend the AGM – Murang’a Seal insistsGoalkeepersIbrahim Wanzala (Kakamega Homeboyz), Junior Odhiambo (Migori Youth), Joshua Keya (Rainbow), Kevin Alloys (Mathare United), Issa Emuria (Ulinzi Stars).DefendersNesta Olum (AFC Leopards), Sigmun Maina (Kariobangi Sharks), Junior Masinza (Kakamega Homeboyz), Baron Ochieng (Sofapaka), Francis Kamau (Bidco United), Fidel Otieno (Mathare United), Paul Ochuoga (Gor Mahia), Faiz Opande (Elite Falcon, Dubai), Daniel Odhiambo (Mombasa Elite), Joseph Bate (MOFA), Grant Odiero (Mombasa Elite), Amos Wanjala (Nastic Sports Academy), Mansur Okwaro (Unattached), Collins Ochieng (Kariobangi Sharks).MidfieldersLinus Munyao (Rainbow), Hamisi Otieno (Homabay), Lucas Maina (Ulinzi Stars), Benard Ouma (Nairobi United FC), Ryan Wesley (Rainbow), Zechariah Obiero (Leyton Onorient FC), Stanley Wilson (AIK, Sweden), Kevin Wangaya (Apollonia FC, Albania), Kelly Madada (AFC Leopards), Brian Kamau (Rainbow), Aldrine Kibet (Nastic Sports Academy), Elly Owade (Migori Youth), Andreas Onyango (Kariobangi Sharks).ForwardsDelphine Omuri (Shabana), Hassan Beja (AFC Leopards), Brian Mboya (Bidco United), Adrian Oloo (Nairobi United), Umar Rajab (Apollonia FC, Albania), Oliver Machaka (Kakamega Homeboyz), James Gachago (St Andrew’s United), Clinton Asiago (Bidco United), Mark Shaban (Gor Mahia), Louis Ingavi (Montvarde Academy, USA), Syphas Otieno (MOFA), Tyron Kariuki (Rainbow), Javan Omondi (Ulinzi Stars), Christopher Koloti (AFC Leopards).
