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Benni McCarthy Names Final Harambee Stars Squad for World Cup Qualifiers

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  • Harambee Stars head coach Benni McCarthy has unveiled his final 23-man squad.
  • Kenya will face The Gambia and Seychelles in decisive 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
  • The squad features a balance of experience and young talent.

Faruk Shikhalo headlines the goalkeeping department, with Brian Bwire and Byrne Omondi completing the trio.

McCarthy has gone for a mix of stability and youth, calling up Sylvester Owino, Alphonse Omija, Collins Sichenje, Michael Kibwage, Rooney Onyango, Abud Omar, and Lewis Bandi.

The midfield engine will be powered by Richard Odada, Alpha Onyango, Duke Abuya, Mansur Okwaro, Timothy Ouma, Ben Stanley, and Marvin Nabwire.

Captain Michael Olunga leads the attack, supported by Emmanuel Osoro, Will Lenkupae, Job Ochieng, Boniface Muchiri, and exciting youngster Ryan Ogam.

Kenya faces stiff competition in the Group qualifiers, and McCarthy has emphasised the need for discipline, teamwork, and consistency. The team is expected to enter camp immediately before travelling for the fixtures.

The stakes are high as Harambee Stars chase a historic World Cup qualification, with fans keen to see how McCarthy’s tactical approach and the integration of new talents will shape Kenya’s destiny.