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Junior Starlets

Also known as: Kenya U-17

Junior Starlets — Kenya's Under-17 women's football team competing in 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Uganda.

2026-04-272026-05-31

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  1. May 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    Junior Starlets keep World Cup dream alive By Jackson Kilonzi May 30, 2026 08:01 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Junior Starlets has kept the dream for second World Cup ticket, as they adv

    Junior Starlets keep World Cup dream alive
  3. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeIt will be all or nothing for the Junior Starlets when they face off with Uganda in the return leg of the second round of the 2026 FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers today at Nyayo Stadium.

    All or nothing as Junior Starlets clash with Uganda in decisive tie
  4. Citizen Digital

    Cheche confident as Starlets finalise preps for Cranes rematch By Jackson Kilonzi May 29, 2026 02:12 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Kenya U-17 (Junior Starlets) head coach Mildred Cheche with her technical

    Cheche confident as Starlets finalise preps for Cranes rematch
  5. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeAs the dust settles on the tense first-leg encounter that ended in a one-all draw in Kampala, focus shifts to Nairobi as Junior Starlets prepare to host neighbours Uganda in a do-or-die return match.

    Junior Starlets shift focus to decisive second leg home clash
  6. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeJunior Starlets laboured to a 1-1 draw with Uganda’s Teen Cranes in the first leg match of the second round of the 2026 Fifa Under-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers played at FUFA Stadium, Kadiba, in Kampala yesterday.

    Junior Starlets share spoils with Teen Cranes
  7. Citizen Digital

    Junior Starlets target first leg advantage against Uganda By Geoffrey Mwamburi May 21, 2026 09:05 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Kenya U-17 (Junior Starlets) head coach Mildred Cheche with her technical be

    Junior Starlets target first leg advantage against Uganda
  8. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeJunior Starlets have set their sights on a crucial away win over Uganda’s Teen Cranes as they aim to secure their return to the global stage.

    Junior Starlets gear up for World Cup qualifier encounter against Uganda
  9. The Standard

    Bullets triumph left their bitter rivals Ulinzi Starlets in familiar second place while Gideon Starlets were relegated alongside Nyanza compatriots Kisumu Allstarlets and Kisped Queens.It was a season defined by a stark bittersweet contrast of a glittering display of dominance on

    Police Bullets reign supreme as financial constraints choke teams
  10. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeWith just about 11 days to the first leg of the second round of the 2026 Fifa Under-17 World Cup qualifiers, Junior Starlets have stepped up their preparations in readiness for a clash against neighbours Uganda.

    Junior Starlets intensify preps ahead of Uganda test
  11. April 2026
  12. The Standard

    Despite the current turbulence, the company acknowledged what it termed as “meaningful progress” achieved under FKF leadership in recent years.Among the highlights cited were Kenya’s successful co-hosting of CHAN 2025, the Junior Starlets’ historic qualification for the FIFA U-17

    League sponsor calls for calm, transparency in FKF crisis

Yesterday

  1. Kenya's Junior Starlets advance to U-17 World Cup qualifier final round

    Kenya's Junior Starlets progressed to the third and final round of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup qualifiers after drawing 0-0 against Uganda's Teen Cranes at home, advancing on the away goals rule following a 1-1 draw in the first leg.

    15 hours ago · Citizen Digital

  2. 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 29 May

  1. Starlets confident ahead of Uganda rematch for World Cup spot

    Kenya's U-17 women's football head coach Mildred Cheche expressed confidence that the squad is tactically and mentally prepared for Saturday's match against Uganda's Teen Cranes, aiming to secure a second FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup qualification following a 1-1 first-leg draw in Kampala.

    29 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 24 May

  1. Junior Starlets face Uganda in decisive World Cup qualifier second leg

    Kenya's Junior Starlets will host Uganda at Nyayo Stadium on Saturday in a second-leg qualifier for the 2026 FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup, with the aggregate winner advancing to the third round. The first leg ended 1-1 in Kampala; the winner will face Tanzania or South Africa, with four African teams qualifying for the tournament in Morocco.

    24 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 21 May

  1. Kenya U-17 targets first-leg win against Uganda

    Kenya's Junior Starlets head coach Mildred Cheche says the team is prepared to beat Uganda in the first leg of the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup qualifiers second round, scheduled for Friday, 22 May, in Kampala. Cheche will be without defenders Rose Nangila and midfielder Lindey Weey Atieno due to injury.

    21 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 20 May

  1. Junior Starlets pursue away win against Uganda Teen Cranes

    Kenya's Junior Starlets will face Uganda's Teen Cranes in the first leg of the second-round 2026 FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup qualifiers on Friday at FUFA Stadium, Kadiba, with the return match scheduled for May 30 at Nyayo Stadium. Head coach Mildred Cheche said the team is targeting maximum points despite the absence of injured defenders and midfielders.

    20 May 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 19 May

  1. Kenya Police Bullets win third consecutive Women's Premier League title

    Kenya Police Bullets won the 2025-2026 FKF Women's Premier League title with 52 points, extending their championship run to three consecutive years, while Ulinzi Starlets finished second with 47 points and Gideon Starlets were relegated alongside Kisumu Allstarlets and Kisped Queens.

    19 May 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 10 May

  1. Kenya U-17 squad intensifies preparations for Uganda World Cup qualifier

    Kenya's Junior Starlets are preparing for a two-legged second-round qualifier against Uganda in the 2026 Fifa Under-17 World Cup, with the first leg scheduled for May 22 in Uganda and the second on May 30 in Kenya. Coach Mildred Cheche said the team is training with a World Cup mentality and adapting to Uganda's aggressive style of play.

    10 May 2026 · The Standard

Monday 27 April

  1. SportPesa urges transparency as FKF leadership dispute escalates

    Kenyan football's major commercial sponsor SportPesa has called for swift, transparent and independent resolution to the FKF governance crisis, warning that instability risks derailing progress in the sport. The crisis centres on nine FKF Executive Committee members suspending President Mohammed Hussein over financial misconduct allegations and installing deputy Macdonald Mariga as acting president, which Hussein has rejected.

    27 April 2026 · The Standard

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