Harambee Starlets midfielder Corazone Aquino is calling on the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) to organize more friendly matches for the national team ahead of their final WAFCON qualification double-header against Gambia scheduled for October.Kenya progressed to the final round of qualifiers after edging out Tunisia 1-0 on aggregate. The winner of the upcoming tie will secure a spot in the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), a tournament Kenya last qualified for in 2016.##NAJAVA_MECA_8850358##Follow our WhatsApp channel for more newsEarlier this month, the Starlets played two friendly matches against Ivory Coast in Abidjan, losing both encounters 2-0. Head coach Beldine Odemba is now keen on addressing the weaknesses identified during those games before facing Gambia later this year. It was a rare opportunity for the Starlets to feature in friendly matches during an international break, as they have historically only participated in competitive fixtures.Aquino appreciated the decision to keep the team active during the April break and has urged FKF to schedule more build-up matches to help the team prepare better for the October challenge.Mozzart Bet Cup: Homeboyz, Shabana clash in highlight match of Round 16“Despite the defeats, it was a valuable learning experience for us. We need to play international friendlies during every window. These games help the coach assess our strengths and weaknesses and improve the team. With proper preparation, I believe we’ll have an easier time against Gambia in October,” said Aquino in an interview with Citizen DigitalHer sentiments were echoed by coach Odemba, who is hopeful the team can secure more fixtures during the June break and also participate in the CECAFA Women’s Championship to further sharpen the squad.Why Timothy Ouma is yet to report back to Slavia Prague after securing Ksh473 million transfer“We still have time before we face Gambia. We’re hoping to get another good friendly in June and possibly participate in the CECAFA tournament, which would be ideal preparation,” said Odemba.She also confirmed that although the team picked up some injuries during the Ivory Coast friendlies, they are manageable and all players are expected to be back in action within a month.Kakamega Homeboyz forward sets fresh target after Kenya U20 omission
