Kenya’s national women’s team, Harambee Starlets, will take on Ivory Coast in two international friendlies during the April FIFA window in Abidjan. The matches will serve as key preparation for their Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifier against Gambia later this year.Fresh from their hard-fought 1-0 aggregate victory over Tunisia, the Starlets are determined to secure a return to WAFCON for the first time since 2016. Follow Our WhatsApp Channel For More News!!!##NAJAVA_MECA_8814229##Head coach Beldine Odemba will use the Ivory Coast friendlies to assess her squad’s strengths and refine tactics ahead of the crucial September clash.Ivory Coast, ranked 71st globally and sixth in Africa, boasts WAFCON experience, having finished third in the 2014 edition. In contrast, Kenya, ranked 142nd worldwide and seventh in Africa, is working to establish itself among the continent’s top teams.Stars Abroad: Ayunga shines for St. Mirren as Okumu stands tall for ReimsThe friendlies will provide the Starlets with a valuable test against a strong opponent, helping them build confidence and cohesion before their final qualification hurdle.”These friendlies against Ivory Coast will provide a crucial test for the squad, allowing them to fine-tune their tactics, build cohesion, and gain valuable experience against a formidable opponent. As the countdown to the qualifiers continues, the Harambee Starlets remain focused on rewriting history and making it to the biggest stage in Africa,” read a statement from the Football Kenya Federation (FKF).Match Schedule:Friday, April 4, 2025—10:00 PM EAT, Abidjan, Ivory Coast Tuesday, April 8, 2025 – 10:00 PM EAT, Abidjan, Ivory Coast ##NAJAVA_MECA_8814249##Meanwhile, the Kenya U17 women’s national team, Junior Starlets, will face Morocco U17 in two high-profile friendly matches as part of their preparations for the upcoming third round of the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers.These matches come at a crucial time as the Junior Starlets prepare for a decisive two-legged qualifier against Cameroon. The first leg is set for Sunday, April 20, 2025, at Nyayo Stadium, with the return leg scheduled for Friday, April 25, 2025, at Stade Olembe. The aggregate winner will secure a spot at the 2025 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup, set to take place in Morocco from October 17 to November 8, 2025.Kenya Police and Kibera Soccer Women suffer title setback in Sunday’s drawThe team earned their spot in the third round after a spirited performance against Uganda in the second round. The team displayed skill, grit, and resilience to edge out their regional rivals.Head Coach Mildred Cheche has emphasized the importance of the upcoming friendlies in fine-tuning the squad ahead of the Cameroon clash. “These matches will give us a perfect chance to assess our readiness and expose the girls to top-level competition,” she said.##NAJAVA_MECA_8814261##Kenya is chasing history with the dream of making it to the U17 FIFA Women’s World Cup for the second consecutive time. With solid preparation, including these matches against a strong Moroccan side, the Junior Starlets are determined to go all the way.Match Schedule:Friday, April 4th, 2025, at 9pm EAT in Rabat, MoroccoMonday, April 7th, 2025, at 9pm EAT in Rabat, Morocco
