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Brenda Awuor

2026-05-222026-10-29

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  1. October 2026
  2. The Standard

    … Mwanakombo Bakari opened the scoring in the fifth minute before Brenda Awuor added the second shortly before half-time.Gaudancia Maloba scored Kenya’s third goal in the 61st minute, while Bakari completed her brace just two minutes later. …

    History makers Junior Starlets face Japan test today
  3. Citizen Digital

    … sewhere to keep their campaign alive. window._taboola = window._taboola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-m', container: 'taboola-mid-article-thumbnails', placement: 'Mid Article Thumbnails', target_type: 'mix' }); Mwanakombo Bakari starred with a brace, while Brenda Awuor …

    Junior Starlets eye historic semi-final berth ahead of Japan World Cup clash
  4. The Standard

    … e fixture knowing that only a convincing victory could keep their hopes alive after opening the tournament with defeats to China and the United States.They responded with their most impressive performance of the competition, with Mwanakombo Bakari scoring twice while Brenda Awuor …

    Junior Starlets thump Samoa 4-0, make history with World Cup last-16 breakthrough
  5. July 2026
  6. The Standard

    … Brenda Awuor did not disappoint as she netted Kenya’s second goal from the spot. …

    Double delight as Junior Starlets continue soaring higher
  7. The Standard

    … South Africa had taken an early lead through captain Katleho Malebana, but Kenya mounted a superb second-half comeback as Gaudencia Maloba equalised before Brenda Awuor converted a penalty and substitute Elizabeth Alizeba added a third goal to seal qualification.The Starlets' lat …

    Sonko gifts Junior Starlets Sh1 million after qualifying for U-17 World Cup
  8. Citizen Digital

    … Brenda Awuor showed remarkable composure from 12 yards, confidently dispatching the penalty to give Kenya a 2-1 lead on the night and extend the aggregate score to 4-1, sparking jubilant celebrations inside Nyayo Stadium. …

    Junior Starlets roar back to sink South Africa, seal FIFA U-17 World Cup ticket
  9. The Standard

    … Gaudencia Maloba restored parity with a well-taken header in the 70th minute before Brenda Awuor calmly converted a penalty to hand Kenya the lead. …

    Junior Starlets second straight FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup qualification
  10. The Standard

    … South Africa had taken an early lead through captain Katleho Malebana, but Kenya mounted a superb second-half comeback as Gaudencia Maloba equalised before Brenda Awuor converted a penalty and substitute Elizabeth Alizeba added a third goal to seal qualification.The result sends …

    Ruto hails Junior Starlets, pledges full support
  11. May 2026
  12. The Standard

    … Mishel Ng’ono is likely to maintain her place in the goal with Faith Boke, Pauline Namisi, Grace Mumo, and Brenda Awuor starting in defence.Mwanakombo Bakari, Beverline, and Maloba are possible starters in the midfield, while Brenda Achieng will lead the goal hunt. …

    All or nothing as Junior Starlets clash with Uganda in decisive tie
  13. The Standard

    … Goalkeeper Mishel Ng’ono maintained her spot in the goal, with defenders Grace Mumo, Faith Boke, and Brenda Awuor also in the starting lineup. …

    Junior Starlets share spoils with Teen Cranes

Today

  1. Kenya's Junior Starlets face Japan in World Cup Round of 16

    Kenya's Under-17 women's team will meet Japan in the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Round of 16 today, seeking to advance to the quarter-finals in their second appearance at the global tournament. The Junior Starlets made history by reaching the knockout stage for the first time after a 4-0 victory over Samoa in their final Group E match.

    9 hours ago · The Standard →

Monday 26 October

  1. Kenya Junior Starlets advance to World Cup Round of 16

    Kenya's Junior Starlets qualified for the knockout stage of the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup for the first time after defeating Samoa 4-0 in their final Group E match. The team will face Japan in the Round of 16 on October 29.

    26 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Kenya's Junior Starlets reach World Cup last-16 with Samoa win

    Kenya's Junior Starlets defeated Samoa 4-0 in their final Group E match to reach the Round of 16 at the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup for the first time, qualifying as one of the four best third-placed teams.

    26 October 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 15 July

  1. Junior Starlets qualify for 2026 FIFA U17 Women's World Cup

    Kenya's Junior Starlets secured qualification for the 2026 FIFA U17 Women's World Cup in Morocco with a 5-1 aggregate victory over South Africa. The qualification marks their second appearance in three years and demonstrates the growing strength of Kenyan women's football.

    15 July 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 13 July

  1. Sonko gifts Junior Starlets Sh1 million after U-17 World Cup qualification

    Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has gifted the Kenya Junior Starlets under-17 team Sh1 million following their 3-1 victory over South Africa, which secured their qualification for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco.

    13 July 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 12 July

  1. Kenya's Junior Starlets qualify for 2026 U-17 World Cup

    Kenya's Junior Starlets defeated South Africa 3-1 in the second leg of the final-round qualifier to secure a 5-1 aggregate victory and qualify for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco, marking the team's second World Cup appearance.

    12 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Junior Starlets secure second consecutive U-17 World Cup qualification

    Kenya's Junior Starlets qualified for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup with a 5-1 aggregate victory over South Africa, defeating Bantwana 3-1 in the second leg at Nyayo National Stadium. The tournament will be held in Morocco from October 17 to November 7, 2026.

    12 July 2026 · The Standard →

  3. President Ruto congratulates Junior Starlets on World Cup qualification

    President William Ruto has congratulated Kenya's Junior Starlets following their historic qualification for the 2026 FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup after defeating South Africa 3-1 in the second leg of the final qualifying round. Ruto pledged his full support as the team prepares for the global tournament in Morocco.

    12 July 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 30 May

  1. Junior Starlets face Uganda in decisive World Cup qualifier

    Kenya's Junior Starlets face Uganda in a return leg of the 2026 FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup qualifiers at Nyayo Stadium, needing to win to advance to the third round after a 1-1 draw away. Head coach Mildred Cheche said her team is mentally prepared and has worked on areas for improvement from the first leg.

    30 May 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 22 May

  1. Junior Starlets draw with Uganda Teen Cranes in World Cup qualifier

    Kenya's Junior Starlets drew 1-1 with Uganda's Teen Cranes in the first leg of the 2026 FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup qualifiers second round, with Emily Adhiambo scoring off the bench to secure a point in Kampala. The return leg is set for May 30 at Nyayo Stadium in Kenya, where the Starlets must win to advance to the third round.

    22 May 2026 · The Standard →

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