Also known as: Kenya U-17 · Junior Starlets Under-17 CECAFA squad · The Junior Starlets · Kenya's Junior Starlets · the Starlets · J.Starlets
Kenya's Under-17 women's football team that qualified for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco.
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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' Pauline Namisi celebrates Kenya's goal against South …
Junior Starlets one foot in World Cup after South Africa heroicsThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeThe dream of a return to the global stage now looks more tangible for the Junior Starlets following Saturday’s exploits at the Lucas Moripe Stadium in Pretoria, South Africa. …
Peerless Junior Starlets conquer Bantwana to set one foot in the 2026 World CupCitizen Digital
Junior Starlets settle in Pretoria ahead of South Africa clash By Steve Shitera July 02, 2026 07:38 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Junior Starlets players in training session in Pretoria, South Africa on T …
Junior Starlets settle in Pretoria ahead of South Africa clashCitizen Digital
… Mohamed also urged Kenyans to rally behind the national Under-17 women's team, the Junior Starlets, as they pursue qualification for the FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup. …
Hussein welcomes FIFA, CAF engagement on FKF reformsCitizen Digital
… Mohammed also rallied support for the national Under-17 women's team, the Junior Starlets, who are seeking qualification for the FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup. …
FKF meet FIFA and CAF over football development plansCitizen Digital
… Coach Menelick Aluanda revealed that his side was without Beryl Wanjiru, Lindiway Atieno, Tabitha Wambui and Grace Mumo, who were on national duty with the Junior Starlets Under-17 CECAFA squad. …
County champions Emusire set sights on regional crownCitizen Digital
Cecafa reject FKF appeal over Junior Starlets vs Sudan thriller By Geoffrey Mwamburi June 19, 2026 06:04 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Kenya’s Junior Starlets players celebrate scoring against Namibia dur …
Cecafa reject FKF appeal over Junior Starlets vs Sudan thrillerCitizen Digital
Cheche calls for sharper finishing after Starlets top Group A By Geoffrey Mwamburi June 18, 2026 02:01 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Junior Starlets coach Mildred Cheche instructs players during a trainin …
Cheche calls for sharper finishing after Starlets top Group ACitizen Digital
South Africa stand between Kenya and FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup dream By Mkalla wa Mwambodze June 01, 2026 01:30 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Kenya’s Junior Starlets players celebrate scoring against Na …
South Africa stand between Kenya and FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup dreamCitizen 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 aliveHarambee Starlets head coach Beldine Odemba has urged President William Ruto to officially support Kenya's bid to host the 2028 Women's Africa Cup of Nations, citing the growth of Kenyan women's football as evidence the country is ready.
22 hours ago · Citizen Digital →
Harambee Starlets head coach Beldine Odemba has urged President William Ruto to officially support Kenya's bid to host the 2028 Women's Africa Cup of Nations, citing the growth of Kenyan women's football as evidence the country is ready.
22 hours ago · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Junior Starlets secured their second consecutive qualification for the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup with a 5-1 aggregate victory over South Africa. Harambee Starlets head coach Beldine Odemba has called for sustained government and FKF investment in women's football preparation for the tournament in Morocco from October to November 2026, citing ongoing concerns over unpaid allowances.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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 →
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 →
Kenya's Junior Starlets play South Africa in a FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup qualifying return leg on Sunday at Nyayo Stadium, needing a draw or win after winning the first leg 2-0 in Pretoria. A victory would send them to the tournament in Morocco in October.
10 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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.
8 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Junior Starlets defeated South Africa's Bantwana 2-0 in the first leg of FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup qualifiers on Saturday. FKF General Secretary Dennis Gicheru attributed the win to strong preparation and teamwork, urging fans to support the team in the return leg at Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi.
6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Junior Starlets defeated South Africa's Bantwana 2-0 in the first leg of FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup qualifiers in Pretoria, with FKF officials attributing the win to proper preparation and team discipline. The return leg is scheduled for Nairobi, with FKF calling on fans to support the team.
6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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 →
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 →
Kenya's U-17 women's football team defeated South Africa 2-0 in the first leg of the final round of FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup qualifiers in Pretoria, with midfielder Lindey Weey providing both assists. The team will play the return match next weekend in Kenya's capital.
5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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 →
Kenya's Junior Starlets have arrived in Pretoria for Saturday's FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup final qualifying first-leg match against South Africa. Head coach Mildred Cheche expressed confidence that her team can secure a positive result away from home.
2 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
FKF President Hussein Mohamed described a joint meeting with FIFA and CAF delegations in Nairobi as "a good day for football," saying the discussions marked an important step towards strengthening the game ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations and addressing key issues affecting the federation.
2 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Football Kenya Federation held discussions with FIFA and CAF representatives in Nairobi on governance, institutional stability, and football development, with focus on Kenya's co-hosting of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations alongside Uganda and Tanzania.
1 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Defending Vihiga County champions Emusire Boys High School are confident of winning the Western Region Secondary Schools Championships in Bungoma after securing the county title with a 4-0 victory over Mbale Boys. Head coach Billy Aluda said the team aims to reach the final and compete for the title, motivated by last year's regional semi-final exit on penalties.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Cecafa has rejected the Football Kenya Federation's appeal and replaced Kenya's Junior Starlets' 16-0 win over Sudan in the CECAFA Under 17 Women's Championship with a 3-0 walkover after the match was abandoned when Sudan was reduced to six players due to injuries.
19 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Junior Starlets coach Mildred Cheche called for sharper finishing after the team topped Group A of the CECAFA U17 Women's Championship in Tanzania with a 1-1 draw against hosts Tanzania, advancing on goal difference.
18 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's U-17 women's football team will face South Africa's Bantwana in the final round of FIFA U-17 World Cup qualifiers, with the winner securing a ticket to the tournament Morocco will host in October. The two-leg tie begins in South Africa between July 3–5, followed by the return leg in Nairobi between July 10–12.
1 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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.
30 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →