Former Kenya international Bonface Ambani audaciously believes the European tour will help the Kenya Under-17 women’s team win the FIFA World Cup on their debut.The Junior Starlets made their mark by qualifying for the intercontinental tourney after thumping Burundi 5-0 on aggregate.##NAJAVA_MECA_8415837##Ambani believes the Junior Starlets’ month-long European tour was a well-thought-out strategy that will undoubtedly contribute to the team’s success.The Junior Starlets had outstanding performances in the build-up matches during their month-long camp in Spain, where they lost none of the friendly matches.Gor Mahia issue update on Rooney Onyango’s suspension”The girls have done remarkably well based on the results they have obtained throughout their time in Spain. I am confident they will do exceptionally well in their first World Cup appearance,” uttered the ex-East Bengal striker.The retired forward went on to say that the European tour has had a significant impact on the preparedness of the women’s national junior team.##NAJAVA_MECA_8415844##”The idea to take the team to Spain for the month-long tour was a great idea and has worked in impacting the players’ confidence levels; thus, I am certain they will do well beyond expectations,” he said.The former Tusker forward predicted that the Junior Starlets would win the FIFA U-17 World Cup trophy on their first attempt.Kenya U17 players, coach send message to Kenyans ahead of FIFA World Cup debutAmbani feels the team has what it takes to become winners and gain a huge international honour for the country.”Based on their preparations and results from their tour in Spain, the girls are ready to take on the world. I believe they will win the World Wnder-17 Championship in their first attempt,” he added.##NAJAVA_MECA_8415851##The former Yanga forward also praised the Kenya Under-17 head coach Mildred Cheche for her tactical ability which he admitted has taken him by surprise.”She is an excellent tactician, and her knowledge of the game astounds me. She has done her workout, and now it’s her turn to shine on the global stage,” concluded the one-time Sporting Club De Goa player.Nick Mwendwa on why no Kenya under-20 player earned Harambee Stars call upKenya, drawn in Group C, will face 2016 quarterfinalist England in the first match on Friday morning, two-time champions North Korea, and 2018 finalist Mexico to round up the group phases.
