FIFA U-20 World Cup Stories

Kenya on the brink of AFCON U20 exit after falling to Tunisia
Amina Wako  |  May 04, 2025

The Rising Stars started well, taking the lead in the 16th minute through striker Lawrence Ouma. However, familiar defensive mistakes cost them dearly...

Heartbreak in Yaoundé as Junior Starlets fall short in World Cup qualification bid
Michael Kirwa  |  Apr 25, 2025

Kenya's Junior Starlets saw their FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup dream come to an end in Yaoundé after a 3-1 defeat to Cameroon in the return leg of their...

Junior Starlets suffer narrow 1-0 loss to Cameroon in first leg of crucial World Cup qualifier
Michael Kirwa  |  Apr 20, 2025

Despite their best efforts, Junior Starlets could not find a way back into the match and will now have to redeem themselves in the return leg, which w...

Cameroon’s Baby Lionesses out to avoid repeat mistakes against Junior Starlets
Michael Kirwa  |  Apr 17, 2025

Cameroon U17 women’s team are wary of Kenya’s Junior Starlets ahead of their FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup qualifier in Yaoundé, with coach stressing th...

Junior Starlets confident ahead of Cameroon showdown
Michael Kirwa  |  Apr 15, 2025

Junior Starlets are set to host the West Africans in Nairobi on Sunday, April 20, 2025, before travelling to Cameroon to play the second leg on Friday...

Junior Starlets to play Morocco U17 in two friendlies before World Cup qualifier
Erick Kariuki  |  Mar 30, 2025

Junior Starlets advanced to this stage following an impressive performance in the second round, where they overcame Uganda in a hard-fought encounter.

FKF President reveals Sh7 million collected from Kenya-Gabon match
Amina Wako  |  Mar 25, 2025

He clarified that renovations have reduced Nyayo Stadium's official capacity to 22,000. While the regular sitting area can accommodate 18,000 fans and...

Gabon coach satisfied, McCarthy optimistic despite Kenya’s defeat
Rama Mohammed  |  Mar 23, 2025

Gabon edged Kenya 2-1 in a crucial international qualifier, but the result told only part of the story. While Gabon coach Mouyoma Thierry admitted his...

Harambee Stars suffer setback in World Cup Qualifiers with 2-1 loss to Gabon
Amina Wako  |  Mar 23, 2025

Gabon started the game aggressively, putting Kenya under pressure early on. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's goal in the 16th minute validated their effort...

Harambee Stars face Gabon in crucial World Cup Qualifier
Erick Kariuki  |  Mar 23, 2025

The excitement around the fixture has been palpable, with the Football Kenya Federation announcing that tickets for the match are sold out,

SOLD OUT! How to Catch Harambee Stars vs Gabon Live
Michael Kirwa  |  Mar 22, 2025

We urge fans who have not bought tickets to watch matches on television. KBC will broadcast the match for free

Harambee Stars ready for Gabon test as FKF assures fans of security
Michael Kirwa  |  Mar 21, 2025

Harambee Stars are set to return to competitive home action for the first time since 2021 as they take on Gabon in a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup quali...

Benni McCarthy hails Harambee Stars’ fighting spirit in thrilling draw with Gambia
Michael Kirwa  |  Mar 21, 2025

Harambee Stars came from behind twice to secure a thrilling 3-3 draw against Gambia in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier in Abidjan. Coach Benni McCarth...

Harambee Stars rally to hold Gambia in six-goal thriller
Michael Kirwa  |  Mar 21, 2025

Harambee Stars staged a dramatic comeback to force a 3-3 draw against Gambia in a thrilling 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on Thursday night in Abidjan...

Benni McCarthy eyes fresh start as Harambee Stars face Gambia in World Cup qualifier
Michael Kirwa  |  Mar 20, 2025

Harambee Stars return to action on Thursday night under new head coach Benni McCarthy, who is set to take charge of his first match at the helm. With...

Fans to pay Sh10,000 for VVIP tickets during Kenya-Gabon FIFA World Cup qualifier clash
Michael Kirwa  |  Mar 19, 2025

Parking at the stadium will cost Sh300 and only those who will have bought their tickets in advance will be allowed to park inside the stadium.

All you need to know about ticketing for Kenya vs Gabon match
Erick Kariuki  |  Mar 17, 2025

Football fans can now grab their tickets for Kenya’s crucial World Cup Qualifier against Gabon, set for March 23 at Nyayo Stadium. FKF has rolled out...

Haunted by history: Cameroon Women's U17 long struggle against East African teams
Michael Kirwa  |  Mar 16, 2025

Cameroon will be haunted by a history that backs the Junior Starlets to deliver another memorable chapter in the story of women's youth football in Ea...

Junior Starlets dominate Uganda to edge closer to FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup
Amina Wako  |  Mar 16, 2025

Having secured a comfortable 2-0 victory in the first leg in Kampala last weekend, the Kenyan girls only needed to avoid defeat at home to progress to...

Kenya’s Junior Starlets aim to finish off Uganda in U17 World Cup Qualifier
Michael Kirwa  |  Mar 15, 2025

Kenya's Junior Starlets are set to face Uganda in the second leg of the 2025 FIFA U17 Women's World Cup Second Qualifying Round at Nyayo National Stad...

Junior Starlets eye Uganda sweep to edge closer to World Cup
Michael Kirwa  |  Mar 12, 2025

The Junior Starlets are determined to wrap up their FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup Second Qualifying Round campaign in style as they face Uganda in the re...

Harambee Stars provisional squad named for World Cup qualifiers against Gabon and Gambia
Rama Mohammed  |  Mar 11, 2025

Harambee Stars head coach Benni McCarthy has named his provisional squad for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Gabon and Gambia. The...

Africa U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers first-leg action brings upsets, dominant actions
Erick Kariuki  |  Mar 09, 2025

Kenya pulled off an impressive away victory over Uganda in an all-East African duel.

Junior Starlets return home to heroic welcome after 2-0 win against Uganda
Erick Kariuki  |  Mar 09, 2025

FKF CEO Harold Ndege hailed the team's impressive performance, assuring them of support throughout the tournament.

Junior Starlets dominate Uganda to get World Cup qualifying off to a winning start
Michael Kirwa  |  Mar 08, 2025

Ednah Nasipwondi and Joan Ogola struck in the 36th and 45th minute respectively to have Kenya with one foot in the final qualifying round as the two t...

Junior Starlets upbeat ahead of 2025 FIFA Women’s U17 World Cup qualifier match against Uganda
Michael Kirwa  |  Mar 07, 2025

The Mildred Cheche-coached side arrived in Kampala on Thursday morning and are optimistic of getting a positive result in Uganda as they aim for back-...

Eto’o wins appeal to stand as candidate at CAF elections
Reuters  |  Mar 07, 2025

The Court of Arbitration for Sport has upheld an appeal by Eto’o against his exclusion from the CAF executive committee elections in Cairo next Wednes...

Benni McCarthy named Harambee Stars head coach on a two-year deal
Erick Kariuki  |  Mar 03, 2025

He will debut later this month with an away match against The Gambia followed by a home clash with Gabon. Kenya trail leaders Ivory Coast by five poin...

Junior Starlets warm up for World Cup qualifier match with 3-0 victory over Kenya Police Bullets
Michael Kirwa  |  Feb 28, 2025

Speaking after the win against Kenya Police Bullets, Junior Starlets coach Mildred Cheche expressed confidence in her team ahead of the matches agains...

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