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 with a 5-1 aggregate victory over South Africa.
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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 tieCitizen 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 rematchThe 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 clashThe 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 CranesCitizen 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 UgandaThe 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 UgandaThe 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 teamsThe 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 testThe 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 crisisThe Football Kenya Federation has commenced a nationwide Under-15 boys' and girls' talent identification exercise conducted by FKF-trained scouts, coaches and technical officers across different regions, with the best players expected to progress to the national team for the CAF African Schools Football Championship 2026 CECAFA Zonal Qualifiers.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Football Kenya Federation has commenced a nationwide Under-15 boys' and girls' talent identification exercise conducted by FKF-trained scouts, coaches and technical officers across different regions, with the best players expected to progress to the national team for the CAF African Schools Football Championship 2026 CECAFA Zonal Qualifiers.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former Harambee Stars head coach Jacob "Ghost" Mulee has defended Harambee Starlets head coach Beldine Odemba following Kenya's early exit from the 2026 Women's African Cup of Nations in Morocco, framing the team's return to the continental tournament after a 10-year absence as part of a rebuilding process rather than a failure.
12 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Competency-Based Education (CBE) system's pioneer cohort is shifting Kenya's education narrative away from narrow academic excellence toward professionalizing and monetizing talent in sports and the arts, treating these pursuits as legitimate sciences rather than extracurricular activities.
27 July 2026 · The Standard →
Harambee Starlets forward Valarie Nekesa, 18, has joined Spanish Women Premier League side CD Tenerife Femenino, becoming the third Kenyan woman to sign for a club in Spain. Nekesa describes the move as a dream and an ideal platform to establish herself in European football.
17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Harambee Starlets forward Valarie Nekesa, 18, has signed for Spanish Women Premier League side CD Tenerife Femenino, becoming the third Kenyan woman to join a Spanish club. Nekesa describes the move as a dream opportunity to establish herself in European football.
17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
According to a Citizen Digital opinion piece, Kenya's women's football talent is evident from recent achievements—the Harambee Starlets qualified for the 2026 CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations and the Junior Starlets secured a second consecutive FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup appearance—but the focus should shift from celebrating qualification to building systems that develop, retain and reward elite players.
16 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Goalkeeper Annette Kundu of Kenya Police Bullets hopes the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco will provide a platform to showcase her talent and unlock new career opportunities. She departs for a training camp in France as Kenya prepares for the tournament, which runs July 26 to August 16.
16 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Ministry of Sports released Ksh 20 million to the Harambee Starlets and Junior Starlets after players protested unpaid allowances at FKF offices. The senior team is preparing for their second AWCON appearance in Morocco, facing Senegal, Algeria, and the hosts in a tournament running from July 25 to August 16.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's women's football team left Wednesday for a week-long training camp in Miramas, France, to prepare for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Head coach Beldine Odemba said the squad is in good form and the French camp will help them acclimatize to conditions similar to those in Morocco.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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 →
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.
14 July 2026 · 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 →