Harambee Starlets Qualify For 2026 Women’s Africa Cup Of Nations
Sports Updated: 28 October 2025 21:26 EAT
Harambee starlets squad qualifies to the wafcon
Kenya’s Harambee Starlets have officially booked their place in the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) after securing a 1–0 victory over Gambia in the return leg played away on Monday evening.
The Starlets, who had earlier won 3–1 in the first leg in Nairobi, sealed the tie on a 4–1 aggregate score to mark a triumphant return to the continental stage. The decisive goal came in the second half, ensuring that the Kenyan women maintained full control of the encounter and kept a clean sheet to finish the job in style.
Kenya’s qualification marks a major milestone for women’s football in the country, as the team continues to build on recent improvements in performance and team cohesion. The victory also underlines Kenya’s growing strength and consistency in regional competitions.
Fans across the country have celebrated the win, showering praise on the team’s resilience and tactical discipline. The Harambee Starlets will now focus on preparing for the 2026 WAFCON finals, where they will seek to make a strong impression against Africa’s elite sides.
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