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CAF
16 hours ago
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- CAF
TotalEnergies CAF CHAN 2024: Kenya team profile
Published: Tuesday, 29 July 2025 As co-hosts of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024, Kenya is set to make its debut in the tournament. The Harambee Stars aim to make a statement on home soil and demonstrate their footballing progress on the continental stage. With a passionate fan base eager to cheer on their team, Kenya's players and coaching staff will strive to leave a lasting impression in this historic first appearance. Factfile Nickname : Harambee Stars : Harambee Stars Number of Appearances : 1st : 1st Titles : None : None FIFA Ranking: 108 (December 2024) How They Qualified Kenya secured their place in the CHAN 2024 tournament as one of the three co-hosting nations. This historic opportunity offers the Harambee Stars a chance to showcase their talent on one of Africa's biggest stages. Key Players to Watch Ryan Ogam : The top scorer in the Kenyan Premier League with 13 goals in just eight appearances, Ogam is expected to be a key figure in Kenya's attack. : The top scorer in the Kenyan Premier League with 13 goals in just eight appearances, Ogam is expected to be a key figure in Kenya's attack. Austine Odhiambo: A versatile player who has already scored five league goals this season and added two more during the COSAFA Cup. His creativity and vision make him a vital part of the Harambee Stars' setup. Coach: Benni McCarthy Head coach Benni McCarthy brings valuable experience to the team, having coached several teams in the South African top-flight as well as working with some top clubs in Europe including Manchester United. His tactical acumen will be crucial in navigating Kenya's CHAN campaign. Past CHAN Performances This marks Kenya's first-ever participation in the CHAN tournament. The Harambee Stars will look to make history by advancing as far as possible in the competition. What to Expect Despite being debutants, Kenya has assembled a strong and ambitious squad capable of competing for the ultimate prize. Playing on home soil could provide the additional motivation needed to deliver memorable performances. Fan Zone Kenyan fans have long awaited this moment, as the country has failed to qualify for the CHAN tournament since its inception in 2009. The Harambee Stars' debut promises to ignite national pride and excitement throughout the country.
CAF
20 hours ago
- Sport
- CAF
McCarthy rings changes as Kenya fine-tunes CHAN 2024 squad ahead of DR Congo opener
Published: Monday, 28 July 2025 Kenya head coach Bennie McCarthy has made late adjustments to his Harambee Stars squad just days before the country kicks off its maiden campaign at the TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024. With concerns over player fitness and a desire to bolster depth in key areas, McCarthy has called up defensive midfielder Chris Erambo of Tusker FC, forward Brian Michira from Shabana FC, and reinstated Edward Omondi of Sofapaka FC, who was part of the earlier provisional squad. The changes come as attacking midfielder and fan favourite Mohamed Bejaber remains a major doubt for the tournament due to a thigh injury. Fellow players Brian Musa and Marvin Nabwire are also nursing knocks, casting doubt over their availability for the opening fixture. Kenya, making its first-ever appearance in the CHAN tournament, will face a stern test in their Group A opener against DR Congo this Sunday at Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi. DR Congo, two-time CHAN champions, will pose a formidable challenge for the hosts. Despite the injury concerns, spirits remain high in the Harambee Stars camp, buoyed by strong fan interest. Tickets for the opening fixture are already selling out fast, reflecting Kenya's renewed passion for international football. Remarkably, this will be only Kenya's second international match in four years, following a lengthy suspension from international football. Their return in March, when they hosted Gabon in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier, drew a large and enthusiastic crowd at Nyayo, underlining the appetite for top-tier football in the country. As co-hosts of CHAN 2024, alongside East African neighbours Uganda and Tanzania, Kenya qualified automatically for the tournament. The team will be eager to make a strong impression on home soil, with coach McCarthy tasked with not only shaping a competitive squad but also reigniting the pride of a nation in transition. With group fixtures against Angola, Morocco, and DR Congo, the Harambee Stars face a steep mountain—but one they're determined to climb with courage, discipline, and the roar of the home crowd behind them.
CAF
21 hours ago
- Sport
- CAF
Uganda unveil final 25-man squad for historic CHAN 2024 campaign
Published: Monday, 28 July 2025 Uganda have officially named their final 25-man squad for the upcoming TotalEnergies African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024, as excitement builds ahead of the tournament's return to East Africa. Led by inspirational captain Allan Okello, the Cranes' selection reflects a strategic balance of youth and experience drawn exclusively from the domestic league – a requirement for CHAN eligibility. With co-hosting responsibilities shared between Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda, the Cranes are determined to make their mark in front of home fans. Head coach Morley Byekwaso and his technical team at FUFA have placed emphasis on tactical versatility and mental resilience, eyeing a strong run in Group C, where Uganda will face heavyweights Algeria, Guinea, Niger, and South Africa. Uganda kick off their CHAN 2024 journey on August 4 against Algeria, in what promises to be a blockbuster opening for the Cranes. The tournament presents a rare platform for homegrown players to shine on the continental stage, with scouts and clubs closely monitoring standout performances. The final list includes top performers from local clubs like Vipers SC, KCCA FC, SC Villa, and Kitara FC, who dominate the roster with multiple call-ups. Okello, one of Uganda's most technically gifted midfielders, will shoulder the leadership role, supported by key talents such as Yunus Sentamu, Enock Ssebagala, and Shafik Nana Kwikiriza. Having exited early in previous CHAN editions, Uganda's ambition this time is to progress past the group stage and challenge for honours—especially with the home advantage and local support expected to lift their campaign. Below is the full 25-man squad selected for CHAN 2024: Goalkeepers Denis Kiggundu (Vipers SC) – Shirt No. 1 Joel Mutakubwa (BUL FC) – Shirt No. 18 Chrispas Kusiima (Kitara FC) – Shirt No. 19 Defenders4. Arnold Odong (SC Villa) – Shirt No. 25. Nicholas Mwere (BUL FC) – Shirt No. 36. Gideon Odongo (NEC FC) – Shirt No. 47. Herbert Achai (KCCA FC) – Shirt No. 58. Lazaro Muhindo (KCCA FC) – Shirt No. 159. Hilary Panuel Mukundane (Vipers SC) – Shirt No. 1610. Kizito Mugweri Gavin (KCCA FC) – Shirt No. 22 11. Rogers Ochaki Torach (Vipers SC) – Shirt No. 13 Midfielders12. Jude Ssemugabi (Kitara FC) – Shirt No. 713. Elvis Ngonde (SC Villa) – Shirt No. 814. Arafat Kiza Usama (KCCA FC) – Shirt No. 1115. Reagan Mpande (SC Villa) – Shirt No. 1416. Joseph Youngman Marvin (Vipers SC) – Shirt No. 617. Joel Sserunjogi (KCCA FC) – Shirt No. 2318. Enock Ssebagala (Vipers SC) – Shirt No. 2419. Abdu Karim Watambala (Vipers SC) – Shirt No. 25 20. Allan Okello (Vipers SC) – Shirt No. 21 (Captain) Forwards21. Ivan Ahimbisibwe (KCCA FC) – Shirt No. 922. Patrick Jonah Kakande (SC Villa) – Shirt No. 1023. Shafik Nana Kwikiriza (KCCA FC) – Shirt No. 2024. Emmanuel Anyama (KCCA FC) – Shirt No. 17 25. Yunus Junior Sentamu (Vipers SC) – Shirt No. 12
IOL News
5 days ago
- Sport
- IOL News
Countdown to CHAN 2024: can South Africa surprise everyone?
Image: Supplied Also known as CHAN 2024, we are just days away from the beginning of one of Africa's most interesting international football competitions. The biennial tournament should have occurred in February 2025, but CAF postponed it for August 2-30, 2025. Even though the tournament will be held in 2025, it is often referred to as the 2024 African Nations Championship. This is because it was originally scheduled for 2024, but due to logistical and unstructured issues, the organizers postponed it to 2025. The event has much to offer, and football fans worldwide can expect many intriguing clashes, especially around South Africa. The team's in an interesting position and can surprise everyone, but before we see what happens, let's learn more about the upcoming event. What is the African Nations Championship and what happened in the last event The African Nations Championship is a biennial tournament organised by CAF (Confederation of African Football). It's an international tournament in Africa, but unlike the African Cup of Nations (AFCON), for example, this one has an interesting twist - it only features players playing in their country's respective leagues. In other words, the tournament does not feature footballers playing abroad. Although some may find this condition disappointing, it is what sets CHAN apart from any other football tournament. Since teams can't use all of their players, fans can see many new names in action. The first-ever CHAN was in 2009, and it only included 8 teams. Following the initial success, CAF increased the teams to 16, and for the current event, we will have a total of 19 teams. Football fans who followed the last African Nations Championship remember that it occurred between January and February 2023. It included 17 teams, and after a fierce battle, Senegal clinched their first CHAN title. The team defeated Algeria (the host at the time) on penalties. Video Player is loading. 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Next Stay Close ✕ CHAN 2024 - What to expect Moving on to the current 2024 African Nations Championship, the event will be held in three countries: Kenya Tanzania Uganda We will have 19 teams in total that will play in the Group Stage, Knockout Rounds, and the Final, which will be in Kampala on August 30, 2025. Speaking of Kampala, Uganda, will host the Grand Final at the Mandela National Stadium, but this is not the biggest stadium. That honor goes to Nairobi's Moi International Sports Complex, which can seat up to 65,000 people. In terms of participating teams, we will have the following: Morocco Guinea Senegal Mauritania Niger Burkina Faso Nigeria DR Congo Central African Republic Congo Kenya Tanzania Uganda Sudan Zambia Angola Madagascar Algeria South Africa Group stage and South Africa's chances Following CAF's announcement on June 27, 2025, we know the names of all the teams in the four Groups at CHAN 2024. Here's a brief overview of each group (interestingly, the last one has 4 teams, whereas the rest have 5). Remember that only the top two will advance to the quarterfinals. Group A Kenya Morocco Angola DR Congo Zambia Group B Tanzania Madagascar Mauritania Burkina Faso Central African Republic Group C Uganda Niger Algeria Guinea South Africa Group D Senegal Congo Sudan Nigeria As you can see, every group has something to offer. Users wishing to know more about the South African squad's winning chances, their top performers, all the highlights about the other teams, their perspectives, and much more can check the Efirbet SA soccer news article, which provides in-depth coverage of the topic.
Yahoo
5 days ago
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- Yahoo
CHAN 2024 preparations: Senegal fall 2-1 to Uganda
The local Lions suffer a friendly defeat just days before the CHAN kicks off. CHAN 2024 preparations: Senegal fall 2-1 to Uganda The local Senegal squad suffered a 2-1 defeat to Uganda in a friendly match played at Karatu Stadium this Thursday, July 24, in Tanzania. This encounter, featuring two sides set to compete in CHAN 2024, was part of their final preparations for the tournament. Against Uganda, Souleymane Diallo's men showed signs of defensive fragility. After a balanced first half, the Cranes seized control in the second period. Arnold Odong broke the deadlock in the 64th minute. Four minutes later, Patrick Kakande converted a penalty to double the lead. Despite a late surge, the Lions couldn't turn the tide. Serigne Moctar Koita pulled one back in the 88th minute, but Uganda held on to their advantage until the final whistle. This setback comes less than two weeks before the start of the CHAN, scheduled from August 2 to 30 in Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. Senegal will wrap up their preparations against Tanzania's local Taifa Stars on July 27, 2025.
