Harambee Stars make late changes ahead of CHAN 2024 kick-off
Kenya’s Harambee Stars have made three late changes to their squad for the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), replacing injured and ineligible players just days before their tournament debut.
Kenya’s Harambee Stars have made three late changes to their final squad for the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), just days before the tournament begins on 2 August 2025.
Midfielder Brian Musa has been ruled out through injury, while forward Mohammed Bajaber misses out after signing with Tanzanian giants Simba SC making him ineligible for the tournament that only features players based in their local leagues. Defender Swaleh Pamba has also been dropped from the squad.
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In response, head coach Benni McCarthy has called up three new faces, Edward Omondi of Sofapaka, Chrispine Erambo from Tusker, and Brian Michira of Shabana FC. The trio now joins the 25-man squad set to represent Kenya in its first-ever CHAN appearance.
Kenya will open its campaign on 3 August 2025 against DR Congo at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani. They will then face Angola, Morocco, and Zambia in a challenging Group A lineup. With home support expected to boost morale, the team is aiming to make a memorable impact in front of local fans.
Harambee Stars squad for CHAN 2024
Goalkeepers: Faruk Shikhalo, Byrne Omondi, Sebastian Wekesa
Defenders: Siraj Mohammed, Manzur Suleiman, Abud Omar, Alphonce Omija, Sylvester Owino, Mike Kibwage, Daniel Sakari, Lewis Bandi, Kevin Okumu
Midfielders: Chrispine Erambo, Brian Michira, Alpha Onyango, Austin Odhiambo, Ben Stanley, Marvin Nabwire
Forwards: Edward Omondi, Boniface Muchiri, David Sakwa, Ryan Ogam, Masoud Juma, Austin Odongo, Felix Oluoch
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