World Cup 2026 (Q): Kenya's final squad against Gambia and Gabon

The head coach of Kenya, Benni McCarthy, has unveiled his squad list for the 5th and 6th matchdays of the World Cup 2026 qualifiers.

It's finally official! The list of Kenyan players was made public this Monday, March 17, 2025. Coach Benni McCarthy has called up 23 players to face Gabon and Gambia. Three goalkeepers, six defenders, and five forwards make up the overall tally of players summoned by the South African technician. Kenya will play against Gambia on March 20 before facing Gabon three days later. Placed in Group F, Kenya is 4th with 5 points earned in the previous four matchdays (2 draws, 1 win, 1 loss).

Complete list of Harambee Stars

Goalkeepers: Ian Ottieno, Brian Bwore, Faruk Shikhalo

Defenders: Jonestone Omurwa, Brian Mandela, Daniel Anyembe, Amos Nondi, Eric Ouma, Manzur Okwaro, Ronny Onyango

Midfielders: Anthony Akumu, Richard Odada, Ismaël Gonzalez, Thimoty Ouma, Eric Johana Duke Abuya, Mohamed Bajabeer, Ben Stanley Omondi

Forwards: Masud Juma, Jonah Ayunga, Elvis Rupia, John Avire, Michael Olunga.

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