Harambee Stars Aim for Positive Finish Against Seychelles in World Cup Qualifier
This match for Seychelles is some much-needed experience as well as a gauge of just how much they have developed. They will also be keen to finish
The Harambee Stars, who are coached by head coach Benni McCarthy, have been performing abysmally in the qualifiers. Photo/ Courtesy
By Juliet Jerotich
Kenya’s Harambee Stars team will tonight attempt to craft a swan-song end to their World Cup qualification campaign when they welcome Seychelles to Group F.
The match, starting 4:00 pm and live on KBC Channel 1, is being played at a moment when the two nations are no longer in the running for qualification to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Despite this, the match is just as much a turning point for the players to demonstrate dedication, regain pride, and set their targets for the responsibility of the future.
The Harambee Stars, who are coached by head coach Benni McCarthy, have been performing abysmally in the qualifiers. With seven games played, the team has six points to their credit, having won one, drawn three, and losing three. The last game was a 3-1 home loss to Gambia, where they were exposed on defense and finishing.
Although they lost, the Kenyan team will use their remaining matches to their best interest. Their coach McCarthy has encouraged his players to play with passion, discipline, and concentration. He emphasized that despite qualification not being possible, every match provides a window of opportunity to learn and gain, and confidence in the players.
Seychelles on the mainland side tend to be seeded below their rivals but are approaching this match with resolve as well. This match for Seychelles is some much-needed experience as well as a gauge of just how much they have developed. They will also be keen to finish the tournament in style.
While the two teams will not go any further, the game matters as much as team morale, position, and readiness in the future are concerned. Kenya as a nation can use a good performance to other events like Africa Cup of Nations qualification.
The fans across the country will be crossing their fingers in anticipation that Harambee Stars rise to the challenge, show their capability, and deliver an outing that reflects what the team is indeed capable of. To win today, although it would not alter the position, would certainly serve to enhance confidence levels and give inspiration to players and fans alike.
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