Junior Starlets to play Morocco U17 in two friendlies before World Cup qualifier
Junior Starlets advanced to this stage following an impressive performance in the second round, where they overcame Uganda in a hard-fought encounter.
The Kenya U17 women’s national team, Junior Starlets, is set to take on Morocco U17 in two crucial friendly matches as part of their build-up for the third round of the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers.
Rabat, Morocco, will host the two matches on Friday, April 4, 2025, and Monday, April 7, 2025, with kickoffs at 9 p.m. EAT.
These fixtures come at a vital stage in Kenya's preparations as they gear up for a decisive two-legged qualifier against Cameroon. The first leg will take place on Sunday, April 20, 2025, at Nyayo Stadium, while the return leg is scheduled for Friday, April 25, 2025, at Stade Olembe.
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The winner on aggregate will secure a ticket to the 2025 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup, set to be held in Morocco from October 17 to November 8, 2025.
Junior Starlets advanced to this stage following an impressive performance in the second round, where they overcame Uganda in a hard-fought encounter. Their resilience and determination saw them edge past their regional rivals, keeping their World Cup dreams alive.
Head Coach Mildred Cheche has highlighted the importance of these friendlies in sharpening the squad ahead of their clash with Cameroon. “These matches will give us a perfect chance to assess our readiness and expose the girls to top-level competition,” she stated.
Kenya is aiming to make history by qualifying for the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup for the second time in a row. The Junior Starlets are focusing on securing their place in the global tournament through structured preparation, which includes these high-profile matches against Morocco.
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