Kenya Rising Stars head coach Salim Babu believes the team’s upcoming 10-day training camp in Morocco will be pivotal in preparing for their debut at the U-20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), set to take place in neighboring Egypt.Follow Our WhatsApp Channel For More News The Rising Stars have been in camp for nearly a month, and are scheduled to travel to Morocco this week for the final leg of their preparations ahead of the continental tournament.##NAJAVA_MECA_8859626##Speaking exclusively to Telecomasia.net, Babu emphasized the importance of the Moroccan camp in helping the players acclimatize and fine-tune their tactics.“Morocco has similar weather to Egypt, and training there will be key for us to get used to the North African conditions. It will also be a great opportunity to iron out the finer details of our preparations,” Babu said.The coach also revealed that the team will play two or three friendly matches while in Morocco — potentially against sides preparing for AFCON as well — which will offer a valuable assessment of their readiness.President Ruto’s promise to Kenya U20 team if they reach AFCON final“We’ll get friendlies with teams of our age group, possibly also heading to the AFCON. That will give us a very good picture of where we stand.”Kenya qualified for their first-ever U20 AFCON by reaching the final of the CECAFA regional qualifiers.They have been drawn in a tough Group B alongside record seven-time champions Nigeria, Tunisia and Morocco.The team is expected to depart for Morocco on Wednesday, April 16, before heading to Egypt for the tournament.Latest update on Kasarani Stadium after CS Mvurya visit [VIDEO]Kenya U20 AFCON Squad:Goalkeepers:Kevin Oduor, Wyclifford Oduor, Bernard JairoDefenders:Baron Ochieng, Humphrey Obina, Jackson Imbiakha, Joseph Bate, Manzu Okwaro, Amos Wanjala, Talena Ochieng, Collins OchiengMidfielders:Kevin Wangaya, Emilio Brian, Irad Mshindi, Mark Shaban, Humphrey Aroko, Aldrine Kibet, Kelly MadadaForwards:Hassan Beja, Ezekiel Omuri, Elly Owande, William Gitama, Javan Omondi, Lawrence Ouma, Oliver Machaka
