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Kenya is back in the final stage of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, 10 years after its first and only appearance. The team finds itself in a tough group alongside Morocco, Algeria, and Senegal.

Kenya overview

This is Kenya’s second appearance at the Women’s AFCON after their debut in 2016, when they were eliminated in the group stage. Ranked 133rd in the FIFA standings, they are the second lowest-ranked team after Malawi (153rd).

Kenya squad

Goalkeepers: Annedy Kundu, Lilian Awuor, Vivian Shiyonzo.

Defenders: Leah Andiema, Elizabeth Ochaka, Ruth Ingosi, Vivian Nasaka, Enez Mango, Euphrasier Shilwatso, Norah Ann, Mary Nthambi.

Midfielders: Mwanalima Adam, Martha Amunyolete, Tereza Engesha, Fasila Adhiambo, Lorna Nyarinda, Mercy Airo, Airin Madalina, Shaline Nambengele.

Forwards: Shirleen Opisa, Eglay Mukhwana, Marion Serenge, Violet Nanjala, Valérie Nekesa

Kenya schedule

Matchday 1 – Sunday, July 26:

Morocco vs Kenya, Stade Moulay Hassan, Rabat, (20:00 GMT)

Matchday 2 – Thursday, July 30:

Senegal vs Kenya, Olympic Stadium, (17:00 GMT)

Matchday 3 – Monday, August 3:

Kenya vs Algeria, Olympic Stadium, (20:00 GMT)

Imed Ben Amara |

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Imed Ben Amara - bilingual sports writer and web editor with experience in football content creation. Since 2021, he has contributed to Foot Africa, providing news coverage and analysis.

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