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Fasila Adhiambo

Fasila Adhiambo — Harambee Starlets assistant captain, scored against Zambia in Four Nations Tournament preparations for WAFCON 2026.

2026-06-022026-08-10

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  1. July 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    Three minutes later, Terry Engesha squandered a clear chance, firing wide from a Fasila Adhiambo cross.

    Harambee Starlets face uphill battle at WAFCON after consecutive defeats
  3. The Standard

    o our newsletterSenegal nearly doubled their advantage just before halftime, but Awuor made another outstanding save to keep Kenya within touching distance.The Starlets almost found an immediate response as Terry Engesha tested Ndiaye with a powerful effort before Fasila Adhiambo

    Dwindling fortunes of Harambee Starlets' WAFCON
  4. The Standard

    She will have to seal all the defensive loopholes and sharpen the offense so they can avoid conceding like they did in the opener and also create more scoring chances.She will bank on the experience of captain Mwanalima Adam to steady their midfield alongside Fasila Adhiambo, Ter

    Wafcon: It's a do-or-die for Harambee Starlets
  5. Citizen Digital

    In their squad I have some couple of players to applaud including Captain Mwanalima, Tereza Engesha and Fasila Adhiambo, and I have no doubt that they will defeat Senegal,” he averred.

    WAFCON: Odemba targets Starlets' response against Senegal after Morocco defeat
  6. The Standard

    First choice goalkeeper Lilian Awuor who is the only player in the squad that represented Kenya in 2016 is expected to remain solid between the posts and help Kenya begin the campaign on the right footing.Fasila Adhiambo’s creative spark in the midfield will be vital in weatherin

    It's now time for Harambee Starlets to show what they can do against Africa's best
  7. Citizen Digital

    Forward Fasila Adhiambo also described the France camp as a valuable experience despite the players having to adjust to a different environment.

    Harambee Starlets ready to conquer WAFCON after Miramas camp
  8. Citizen Digital

    At Simba Queens, Shikangwa was part of a strong Kenyan contingent that also included Corazone Aquino, Fasila Adhiambo, Elizabeth Wambui, Ruth Ingotsi and Cynthia Shilwatso.

    Shikangwa targets bigger stage after sealing two-year move to Egypt's FC Masar
  9. Citizen Digital

    At Simba Queens, Shikangwa was part of a strong Kenyan contingent that also included Corazone Aquino, Fasila Adhiambo, Elizabeth Wambui, Ruth Ingotsi and Cynthia Shilwatso.

    Shikangwa targets bigger stage after sealing two-year move to Egypt's FC Masar
  10. June 2026
  11. The Standard

    The youthful contingent also includes Fasila Adhiambo, Marion Serenge, Elizabeth Mideva and Elizabeth Ochaka, all earning their first senior national team call-ups.

    Starlets targets WAFCON semi-final berth
  12. The Standard

    Eglay Mukhwana bagged a brace while Violet Nanjala, Tereza Engesha, Fasila Adhiambo and Catherine Khaemba were also on target.

    Harambee Starlets face reality check as 2026 Wafcon nears

Thursday 30 July

  1. Kenya's Harambee Starlets struggle at WAFCON with two defeats

    The Harambee Starlets lost 1-0 to Senegal in their second Group A match at the 2026 WAFCON in Morocco on Thursday, compounding their earlier 4-0 defeat to hosts Morocco in the tournament opener. The losses leave Kenya facing an uphill battle to reach the knockout stages.

    30 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Harambee Starlets face elimination after second straight WAFCON loss

    Kenya's women's football team lost 1-0 to Senegal in Group A of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations, their second consecutive defeat and leaving them pointless at the bottom of the group. The Starlets must beat Algeria in their final match and rely on other favourable results to have any chance of reaching the quarter-finals.

    30 July 2026 · The Standard

  3. Harambee Starlets face Senegal in Wafcon knockout-stage decider

    After a 4-0 loss to Morocco, Kenya's Harambee Starlets must defeat Senegal in their second Group A match to stay alive in the 2026 Women Africa Cup of Nations; both teams have dropped points in their opening matches and need a win to keep hopes of advancing to the knockouts and qualifying for the 2027 Fifa Women's World Cup alive.

    30 July 2026 · The Standard

Monday 27 July

  1. Starlets aim to recover against Senegal after Morocco loss

    Kenya's women's football team lost 4-0 to Morocco in their opening match at the 2026 CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations and face Senegal on July 30 needing positive results to progress from the group stage, with coach Beldine Odemba saying the team has identified errors to correct.

    27 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 26 July

  1. Harambee Starlets return to Wafcon after decade-long absence

    Kenya's women's football team returns to the continental stage for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, making their second appearance since debuting in 2016. Coach Beldine Odemba says the team aims to compete for a 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup qualification spot, not merely participate.

    26 July 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 22 July

  1. Harambee Starlets aim for WAFCON semi-finals after France camp

    Kenya's women's football team completed intensive training in Miramas, France and is confident of reaching the semi-finals of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations, which runs July 26–August 16 in Morocco. The Starlets will begin their Group A campaign against Morocco, followed by matches against Senegal and Algeria.

    22 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 6 July

  1. Kenyan striker Shikangwa joins Egyptian club FC Masar

    Harambee Starlets striker Jentrix Shikangwa has signed a two-year contract with Egyptian Women's Premier League side FC Masar after completing a move from Tanzanian club Simba Queens, where she spent four years. Shikangwa views the transfer as a platform to advance her career and compete at the highest level.

    6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Kenyan striker Shikangwa joins Egyptian club FC Masar

    Harambee Starlets striker Jentrix Shikangwa has signed a two-year contract with Egyptian Women's Premier League side FC Masar after four years with Tanzanian champions Simba Queens, aiming to elevate her career at a leading African club.

    6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 25 June

  1. Kenya's Starlets target WAFCON semi-final for World Cup qualification

    Head coach Beldine Odemba has named a provisional 29-player squad for the Women's Africa Cup of Nations, set for July 26 to August 16 in Morocco. The team's goal is a semi-final finish, which would secure Kenya's debut at the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup.

    25 June 2026 · The Standard

Friday 12 June

  1. Harambee Starlets prepare for 2026 Wafcon group stage

    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

Tuesday 9 June

  1. Kenya Harambee Starlets beat Lesotho 6-0 for tournament bronze

    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

  2. Harambee Starlets face Lesotho in FIFA Four Nations third-place playoff

    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

  3. Harambee Starlets face Lesotho in Four Nations third-place playoff

    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

Sunday 7 June

  1. Zambia beats Kenya Harambee Starlets on penalties in Four Nations Tournament

    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

Thursday 4 June

  1. Adhiambo urges Starlets strikers to improve finishing before Zambia tournament

    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

Wednesday 3 June

  1. Harambee Starlets travel to Zambia for Four-Nations tournament

    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

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Simba Queens delays release of Kenyan players for WAFCON

    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

  2. Coach Odemba urges fans to support Starlets ahead of WAFCON

    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

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