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Faith Boke

Faith Boke — Kenya Junior Starlets forward who scored in the U-17 Women's World Cup qualifier first leg against South Africa.

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  1. July 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

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    FKF boss Mohammed calls for full house as Junior Starlets chase World Cup berth
  3. The Standard

    Playing before a hostile crowd at Lucas Masterpieces Moripe Stadium in Pretoria, the Junior Starlets delivered a disciplined performance to beat South Africa 2-0.Faith Boke opened the scoring inside the opening 20 minutes before goalkeeper Mishel Okoyo Ngono produced one of the d

    Junior Starlets on brink of second World Cup
  4. Citizen Digital

    Faith Boke gave Kenya the lead in the 23rd minute before goalkeeper Mitchell Okoyo produced one of the game's defining moments by saving a South African penalty to preserve the advantage.

    Junior Starlets seize control of Women’s World Cup qualifier after Pretoria victory
  5. Citizen Digital

    Faith Boke gave Kenya the lead in the 23rd minute before goalkeeper Mitchell Okoyo produced one of the game's defining moments by saving a South African penalty to preserve the advantage.

    Junior Starlets seize control of Women’s World Cup qualifier after Pretoria victory
  6. Citizen Digital

    Junior Starlets one foot in World Cup after South Africa heroics By Steve Shitera July 05, 2026 02:38 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Harambee Starlets' Faith Boke celebrates Kenya's goal against South Afri

    Junior Starlets one foot in World Cup after South Africa heroics
  7. The Standard

    Their efforts paid off as Faith Boke broke the deadlock in the 25th minute to silence home crowds.

    Peerless Junior Starlets conquer Bantwana to set one foot in the 2026 World Cup
  8. June 2026
  9. Citizen Digital

    Beryl Okumu was the player of the match scoring a double as Faith Boke, Brenda Achieng, Elizabeth Alizeba and Patience Waithira scored one each.

    Cheche sings Junior Starlets' praises after 6-0 demolition of Somalia
  10. May 2026
  11. 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
  12. 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
  13. Citizen Digital

    Photo/Sportpicha Audio By Vocalize Junior Starlets forward Faith Boke is confident Kenya will beat Uganda in the forthcoming two-legged FIFA U17 Women's World Cup qualifier.

    Junior Starlets up preps ahead of Fifa U17 World Cup Qualifiers

Yesterday

  1. FKF chief urges Kenyans to support Junior Starlets World Cup push

    FKF President Hussein Mohammed has called for strong public support as Kenya's Under-17 women's team seeks a second consecutive FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup qualification in a decisive second-leg qualifier against South Africa on July 12 at Nyayo National Stadium, leading 2-0 from the first leg.

    19 hours ago · Citizen Digital

Monday 6 July

  1. Kenya's Junior Starlets one match from second consecutive World Cup

    Kenya's Junior Starlets are 90 minutes away from qualifying for the 2026 FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco after winning the first leg of the final qualification round 2-0 away against South Africa's Bantwana. Head coach Mildred Cheche credited the country's structured player development pathway, noting that several members of Kenya's debut squad at the 2024 World Cup have since progressed to the senior Harambee Starlets.

    6 July 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 5 July

  1. Kenya's Junior Starlets defeat South Africa in World Cup qualifier

    Kenya's Junior Starlets beat South Africa 2-0 in the first leg of the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup final qualifying round in Pretoria, with goals from Faith Boke and Brenda Achieng. The victory gives Kenya the upper hand ahead of the return leg on July 12.

    5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Kenya's Junior Starlets beat South Africa in World Cup qualifier

    Kenya's Junior Starlets defeated South Africa 2-0 in the first leg of the final qualifying round for the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup, with goals from Faith Boke and Brenda Achieng. Goalkeeper Mitchell Okoyo saved a penalty as Kenya took control of the tie ahead of the return leg on July 12.

    5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Junior Starlets beat South Africa 2-0 in World Cup qualifier

    Kenya's Junior Starlets defeated South Africa's Bantwana 2-0 in the first leg of the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup qualifiers' final round in Pretoria, with goals from Faith Boke assisted by Lindey Weey. The team faces a return match in Nairobi next weekend to complete qualification.

    5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 4 July

  1. Kenya Junior Starlets beat South Africa 2-0 in World Cup qualifier

    Kenya's Junior Starlets defeated South Africa's Bantwana 2-0 away at Lucas Moripe Stadium in Pretoria to advance in their 2026 FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup qualifying campaign. The win puts them 90 minutes away from securing their second appearance at the global tournament, with the second leg set for the following Sunday at Nyayo Stadium.

    4 July 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 16 June

  1. Kenya's Junior Starlets defeat Somalia 6-0 in CECAFA U17 championship

    Kenya's Junior Starlets thrashed Somalia 6-0 in the CECAFA U17 women's championship in Tanzania, with Beryl Okumu scoring twice. The victory, following a 16-0 win against Sudan in their opening match, secured the team's place in the semi-finals.

    16 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

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

Thursday 14 May

  1. Kenya Junior Starlets prepare for Uganda U17 World Cup qualifier

    Kenya's Junior Starlets are intensifying training ahead of a two-legged FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup qualifier against Uganda, with matches set for May 22 in Uganda and May 30 in Nairobi. The team advanced by eliminating Namibia 7-1 on aggregate and are targeting a second consecutive World Cup appearance after their 2024 debut.

    14 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

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