Harambee Starlets endured their second defeat in the ongoing Pink Ladies Cup in Turkey, falling 4-0 to Russia in a match held at Emirhan Stadium in Antalya, Türkiye on Saturday.Under the watchful eye of Kenya Police Bullets’ head coach Beldine Odemba, Starlets had a challenging start to the tournament, having previously lost 1-0 to Chinese Taipei in their opening game.For the clash against Russia, Odemba made two changes to the starting team, with Elizabeth Mideva and Lavender Akinyi replacing Anyetu Purity and Lydia Akoth.##NAJAVA_MECA_8449779##However, Russia, led by Yuri Krasnozhan, quickly overpowered Starlets, scoring two swift goals within the first ten minutes.Dynamo Moscow winger Elena Shesterneva opened the scoring with a well-placed shot from inside the box in the sixth minute.##NAJAVA_MECA_8445372##Just four minutes later, Tatiana Petrova won a free kick and delivered it perfectly to Veronika Kuropatkina, who headed it home to double Russia’s lead.Despite the early setback, Starlets tried to respond but could not find a breakthrough in the first half, with Russia maintaining possession and control.Harambee Starlets lose to Chinese Taipei in Pink Cup openerIn the second half, a defensive miscue allowed Valeria Bizenkova to tap in Russia’s third goal.Later, in the 80th minute, Kristina Komissarova capitalized on another defensive error, scoring Russia’s fourth goal.This defeat leaves Kenya without a point after two matches, having conceded six goals and yet to score.Starlets will face the Philippines on Wednesday 30 October in their final group match.The Pink Ladies Cup offers Kenya a chance to showcase its talent on an international stage, competing against teams from Asia and Europe.Harambee Starlets resume action after 323 days with a date against Chinese TaipeiStarting XI: Annedy Kundu, Vivian Nasaka, Ruth Ingosi, Wincate Kaari, Norah Ann, Lavender Akinyi, Lorna Nyarinda, Fasila Adhiambo, Elizabeth Mutukiza, Rebecca Okwaro, Elizabeth MidevaSubs: Judith Osimbo, Lydia Akoth, Fanis Kwamboka, Mollyne Akinyi, Providence Khasiala, Robby Maxmilla, Anna Arusi, Alukwe Purity, Lucy Kwekwe, Purity Alukwe, Beverline Achieng
