📅 Date: Tuesday, June 10, 2025
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM EAT
🏟️ Venue: Stade de Marrakech
After a goalless draw in their first encounter, Kenya’s Harambee Stars will look to sharpen their attack when they face Chad once again in an international friendly. Coach Benni McCarthy will demand improvements, especially in the final third, as Kenya seeks a morale-boosting win before upcoming competitive fixtures.
Match Preview: What to Expect
🇰🇪 Kenya’s Strengths & Weaknesses
Solid Defense – Abud Omar, Brian Mandela, and Alphonce Omija were excellent in the first game, keeping a clean sheet.
Midfield Control – Alpha Onyango’s dominance in midfield was a highlight; his distribution and work rate will be key again.
Lack of Cutting Edge – Moses Shumah struggled to lead the line, and Kenya lacked clinical finishing.
Expected Adjustments:
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Austin Odhiambo (who impressed as a sub) could start to add creativity.
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More attacking intent—McCarthy may push William Lenkupae further forward after his standout performance.
🇹🇩 Chad’s Approach
Chad defended resolutely in the first match and will likely set up in a low block, looking to hit Kenya on the counter. Their goalkeeper made crucial saves last time, and Kenya must find a way past him.
Key Players to Watch
🇰🇪 Kenya
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William Lenkupae (9/10 last game) – The brightest spark in attack; can he finally get a goal?
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Alpha Onyango (8/10) – The midfield engine who dictates play.
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Abud Omar (8/10) – Defensive rock and attacking threat from left-back.
Predicted Lineups
Kenya (4-2-3-1):
Bwire (GK) – Sakari, Mandela (C), Omija, Omar – Onyango, Musa – Lenkupae, Odhiambo, Muchiri – Shumah
Prediction: Will Kenya Finally Score?
Kenya had the better chances in the first game but lacked finishing. With more urgency in attack and possible lineup tweaks, they should edge this one.
Final Score Prediction: Kenya 1-0 Chad (Lenkupae to break the deadlock).
Fan Reactions & Expectations
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"We need more creativity in midfield—start Odhiambo!"
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"Shumah must step up or give another striker a chance."
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"Another clean sheet would be great, but we NEED goals!"
Final Thoughts
This is Kenya’s chance to build momentum before bigger matches. A win would boost confidence, but another stale performance will raise concerns.
Will Harambee Stars deliver? Tune in on Tuesday!
Who do you think should start for Kenya? Drop your lineup in the comments!