Junior Starlets Prepare for Cameroonian Challenge in FIFA Qualifiers

The Junior Starlets, Kenya’s U17 Women’s soccer team, advances to face Cameroon in the FIFA U17 World Cup qualifiers after defeating Uganda. Coach Mildred Cheche commends players like Brenda Achieng for their performance. The first leg of the qualifier is scheduled for April 18, with readiness emphasized in terms of physical training. The winner advances to the World Cup finals in Morocco.

The Junior Starlets, Kenya’s national U17 Women’s soccer team, are set to compete against Cameroon in the third round of the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers. Head coach Mildred Cheche has affirmed the team’s readiness after the team secured a 5-0 aggregate victory over Uganda, culminating in a 3-0 win in the return leg held at Nyayo National Stadium.

In advancing to this stage, Kenya had previously defeated Uganda 2-0 in the first leg in Kampala and demonstrated a strong performance overall. Cameroon has also advanced by defeating Ethiopia 6-2 on aggregate, setting up a competitive match between the two teams.

During the match against Uganda, Patience Asiko netted one goal, while Brenda Achieng showcased her talent by scoring twice on her debut. Cheche praised Achieng’s performance, highlighting her ability to manage pressure and her impact during the game. “She’s really a good player and able to read the game well,” remarked Cheche.

The first leg against Cameroon is scheduled for April 18, with the return match to take place in the following week. Recognizing Cameroon’s physicality, Cheche emphasized the need for rigorous training to enhance the team’s physical readiness. “We must work hard in training and on our physical,” she stated.

Captain Halima Imbachi noted that although Cameroon appears physically imposing, the team has prepared both mentally and psychologically for the challenge ahead. The overall winner from both legs will secure a place in the 2025 Women’s World Cup finals, which will take place in Morocco from October 17 to November 8. Kenya aims to qualify for their second consecutive World Cup appearance after their debut last year in the Dominican Republic.

The Junior Starlets are poised for a significant challenge as they prepare to face Cameroon in the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers. With a solid track record from their previous matches and the emergence of talented players such as Brenda Achieng, they aim to leverage their skills and training to compete successfully. The upcoming matches will be pivotal, as they determine Kenya’s opportunity to qualify for the World Cup once more, building on their previous experience.

Original Source: www.kbc.co.ke