Also known as: Coach Odemba · Coach Beldine Odemba · Head coach Beldine Odemba
Head coach of Kenya's Harambee Starlets women's football team preparing for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations.
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The Standard
… Having to battle it out with their hosts Morocco, Senegal and Algeria in Group A, coach Beldine Odemba and her charges have to prove their mettle against top nations, and the lessons from this tournament and other friendly matches will be key to their success.Speaking after their …
Harambee Starlets face reality check as 2026 Wafcon nearsCitizen Digital
… It shows this team has developed the emotional maturity required for tournament football, the ability to shake off a loss and immediately execute a game plan," she added. Echoing his captain's forward-looking sentiments, Harambee Starlets head coach Beldine Odemba emphasized th …
Mwanalima says Starlets to build on Lesotho win ahead of WAFCONCitizen Digital
Odemba delighted as Starlets end Zambia tourney on high By Geoffrey Mwamburi June 10, 2026 11:20 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Harambee Starlets coach Beldine Odemba instructs her charges during their 202 …
Odemba delighted as Starlets end Zambia tourney on highCitizen Digital
… The Beldine Odemba-coached side bounced back from their opening-match penalty heartbreak against hosts Zambia in spectacular fashion, striking four times in the first half to completely extinguish any threat from the opponents. …
Harambee Starlets put six past Lesotho to bag Four Nations bronzeCitizen Digital
… The Beldine Odemba-coached side fell short of reaching the tournament's final after a grueling battle against hosts Zambia, bowing out 4-1 on post-match penalties following a hard-fought 1-1 draw. …
Harambee Starlets confident of FIFA Four Nations third-place finishThe Standard
… While the loss to Zambia is still a fresh wound, the Kenyans have a chance to redeem themselves when they take to the pitch today against the Mehalalitoe, who are also wounded from their 3-1 defeat to Zimbabwe.Coach Beldine Odemba, who is preparing her charges for the upcoming Wo …
Starlets seek redemption against LesothoThe Standard
… Head coach Beldine Odemba had Annedy Kundu start in goal with experienced defenders Ruth Ingosi, Vivian Nasaka, Leah Andiema and Elizabeth Ochaka forming the backline. …
Zambia edge out Harambee Starlets in penalty shootoutCitizen Digital
… Head coach Beldine Odemba views the Zambia assignment as an important opportunity to build a squad capable of making history on the continental stage. …
Adhiambo rallies Starlets attack ahead of Zambia Four-Nation showdownThe Standard
… With focus on the upcoming Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon) in Morocco, this is coach Beldine Odemba’s final gear shift in her ambitions to ensure that Kenya doesn’t just attend the continental showpiece but competes at the highest level. …
Harambee Starlets gear up for Zambia showpieceCitizen Digital
… The Harambee Starlets are currently in camp ahead of the continental showpiece in Morocco, scheduled for July 25 to August 16, but head coach Beldine Odemba has expressed frustration over delays in the release of key players. …
Kenya-Simba SC in tug-of-war over release of players for national dutyKenya's women's football team drew 1–1 with Zambia before losing 4–1 on penalties and beat Lesotho 6–0 at the Four Nations Tournament, results that coach Beldine Odemba says highlight areas to improve before facing Morocco, Senegal, and Algeria in the continental tournament.
12 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's women's football team drew 1–1 with Zambia before losing 4–1 on penalties and beat Lesotho 6–0 at the Four Nations Tournament, results that coach Beldine Odemba says highlight areas to improve before facing Morocco, Senegal, and Algeria in the continental tournament.
12 June 2026 · The Standard →
Harambee Starlets captain Mwanalima Adam says the team's 6-0 win against Lesotho at the Four Nations tournament in Zambia is preparation for Kenya's Women's Africa Cup of Nations campaign in Morocco next month, with the focus on building tactical and mental strength rather than the scoreline.
10 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Harambee Starlets secured third place at the Four-Nation Tournament in Lusaka, Zambia, defeating Lesotho 6-0 in the play-off. Coach Beldine Odemba said the team has gained valuable confidence ahead of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations.
10 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Harambee Starlets defeated Lesotho 6-0 in the third-place play-off of the FIFA Four Nations Tournament at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium in Zambia, securing the bronze medal after losing to hosts Zambia on penalties in their opening match.
9 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Harambee Starlets will play Lesotho on Tuesday in the third-place play-off of the FIFA Four Nations Tournament after losing to hosts Zambia 4-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 draw. Captain Mwanalima Adam expressed pride in the team's resilience and urged focus for a strong finish.
9 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Harambee Starlets play Lesotho in the third-place play-off of the Fifa Four Nations Tournament after losing to Zambia 4-1 on penalties in a 1-1 draw. Coach Beldine Odemba's squad is preparing for the upcoming Women's Africa Cup of Nations.
9 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's Harambee Starlets drew 1–1 with Zambia's Copper Queens in a Fifa Four Nations Tournament match at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium in Ndola, but lost 4–1 in the penalty shootout. Prisca Chilufya scored for Zambia in the fourth minute; Fasila Adhiambo equalised for Kenya in the 77th minute.
7 June 2026 · The Standard →
Harambee Starlets assistant captain Fasila Adhiambo has called on her teammates to be more clinical in front of goal as Kenya prepares for the Four-Nation Tournament in Zambia (June 6–9), which also features Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Burkina Faso. Adhiambo said the team must improve its goal conversion rate ahead of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's women's football team departs for a Four-Nations Fifa Tournament in Lusaka, Zambia, as final preparation before the Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Coach Beldine Odemba says the friendly matches are key to getting ready for Wafcon and ultimately pursuing 2027 World Cup qualification.
3 June 2026 · The Standard →
A dispute has emerged between Kenya's Harambee Starlets and Tanzanian club Simba Queens over the release of players for national team duty ahead of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco (July 25–August 16). Head coach Beldine Odemba has expressed frustration over delays in releasing key players, including Jentrix Shikangwa, Corazone Aquino, Fasila Adhiambo, Ruth Ingotsi, Elizabeth Wambui and Cynthia Shilwatso.
2 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Harambee Starlets head coach Beldine Odemba has called on Kenyans to rally behind the national women's team as WAFCON 2026 preparations intensify, saying positive fan support will help boost players' confidence and mental strength during what is demanding preparation work both on and off the pitch.
2 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Harambee Starlets head coach Beldine Odemba says upcoming friendlies in Zambia against Zimbabwe (June 6) and hosts Zambia (June 9) will gauge Kenya's preparedness for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. The coach believes the tournament will provide valuable competitive exposure and opportunity to assess the squad.
1 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya Police Bullets defeated Vihiga Queens 9-0 at Police Sacco Stadium, moving to 49 points atop the FKF Women's Premier League standings. Coach David Vijago said the emphatic victory demonstrates the team's determination to clinch the title for the third consecutive time.
4 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya Police FC defeated Ulinzi Starlets 3-0 in the Kenyan Women Premier League, extending their lead at the top to eight points with 52 points. Goals from Lydiah Akoth, Terry Engesha and Emily Moranga secured the victory and reinforced Police's bid to defend the title.
27 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →