Harambee Stars have withdrawn from the Four-Nation Tournament in Tanzania, just hours before their scheduled opening match against the hosts.Harambee Stars arrived in Tanzania on Saturday morning for the Four-Nation Tournament, which was meant to be part of their preparations for the upcoming CHAN tournament set to kick off on August 2nd.##NAJAVA_MECA_9023941##However, the team was met with unexpected challenges, as both the hotel they were booked into and the training ground provided were deemed substandard.Head coach Benni McCarthy raised concerns and threatened to withdraw the team if the conditions were not improved. Ultimately, a decision was made to pull Kenya out of the competition altogether.”The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) wishes to inform the public that the Harambee Stars have withdrawn from the CECAFA Four Nations Tournament in Tanzania,” part of the federation’s statement read.Shadrack Maluki elected new NOC-K presidentWhile the statement did not delve into specifics, FKF confirmed that the decision followed a recommendation by head coach McCarthy after assessing the conditions on the ground, which were found to be unfit for the team’s participation.“This decision has been made following recommendations and advice from the team’s technical bench, led by Head Coach Benni McCarthy, after a thorough assessment of the prevailing conditions, which were deemed unsuitable for the team’s participation and overall preparation,” the statement added.Kipyegon tipped to break 32-year record in SilesiaThe team is expected to return to Nairobi on Tuesday to continue preparations for the upcoming African Nations Championship (CHAN), which kicks off on August 2nd. Kenya is set to face DR Congo on August 3rd at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani. However, it remains uncertain whether they will secure a friendly match before the tournament begins.“The team will return to Kenya and resume preparations for the upcoming African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024, with full focus now shifting to ensuring optimal readiness for the assignment ahead,” FKF stated.”FKF remains committed to providing the national team with the best possible environment to compete and represent the country with pride,” the statement concluded.STARS ABROAD: Sichenje, Okumu in action on Sunday
