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Harambee Stars face uncertainty with Okumu, Anyembe's injuries looming over their Four Nations opener against Malawi in hours.
Stade de Reims defender Joseph Okumu and Viborg FF counterpart Daniel Anyembe are in a race against time to be fit for the Harambee Stars calsh againt Malawi set to be played on Saturday March 23 at Bingu Stadium in Lilongwe.
Anyembe, previously sidelined for an extended period and expected to miss four months of action, made a surprisingly quick return to the field in just four days.
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11:42 - 22.03.2024
FOOTBALL FKF breaks silence after Aboud Omar, Eric Johana were axed from Harambee Stars squad
FKF has addressed the exclusion of Aboud Omar and Eric Johana from Harambee Stars for the Four Nations Tournament.
Meanwhile, Okumu has been recovering from an adductor injury that kept him away from club duties since mid-February, only to return last weekend in a French Ligue One encounter.
The duo's readiness, however, hangs in the balance, as highlighted by Harambee Stars coach Engin Firat.
"Everyone in Kenya knows how many players are missing, and also, at the last minute before we travel, we changed two players again. We also have two players with some injuries.
"I don't know exactly if they can play; that is Ayembe and Okumu, but you will see at the last minute if they can play," Firat remarked, underscoring the suspense and last-minute decisions that can define pre-match preparations.
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12:24 - 22.03.2024
FOOTBALL Where to watch Kenya U20 vs Zibambwe U20 in Malawi's Four Nations Tournament
KBC will be beaming Rising Stars' first clash of the Malawi Four Nations Tournament against Zimbabwe.
Despite the setbacks, Firat maintains a positive outlook, focusing on the strength and readiness of the available squad members.
"The rest of the team? I can sit down and complain, but all the players here should be ready to play. I am hopeful that it will be a great game for the teams," he concluded, projecting confidence in his team's resilience and adaptability.
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07:34 - 22.03.2024
FOOTBALL Ingwe at 60: AFC Leopards party promises unforgettable weekend with Spanish side's arrival date revealed
The weekend extravaganza is set to celebrate AFC Leopards' rich history with fan engagement, matches, and festivities at Nyayo Stadium.
The Harambee Stars are slated to face host nation Malawi in their opening match of the tournament on Saturday, 23rd March.
Depending on the outcome, Kenya will either move on to a third-place playoff or aim for victory in the final against either Zambia or Zimbabwe on Tuesday, 26th March.
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07:00 - 22.03.2024
FOOTBALL Harambee Stars head coach Engin Firat erupted in fury after unexpected night visit before Malawi departure
Harambee Stars' preparations for Malawi tournament were disrupted on Wednesday leaving Coach Engin Firat fuming due to an unexpected late-night interruption at their camp.
The matches against these COSAFA nations are part of Kenya's strategic preparation for the upcoming qualifiers scheduled for June.
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