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Lilian Awuor

2026-06-032026-08-04

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  1. August 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    Algeria nearly extended their lead in the 37th minute, but goalkeeper Lilian Awuor produced a fine save to deny Dafeur her second goal of the evening.

    Harambee Starlets end forgettable WAFCON 2026 campaign with 2-0 loss to Algeria
  3. Citizen Digital

    That is the spirit going into tomorrow's match; we want to push at least for a clean sheet for our keeper Awuor.”Kenya’s goalkeeper Lilian Awuor echoed Odemba's sentiments ahead of the ‘do-or-die’ match against the North African heavy-weights.“It’s not over till it’s over.

    Harambee Starlets seeking redemption against Algeria after poor start
  4. July 2026
  5. Citizen Digital

    At the other end, Senegal nearly doubled their lead in the 80th minute through Nguenar Ndiaye, but Kenyan goalkeeper Lilian Awuor produced a crucial save.

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

    In the 24th minute, Kenya's defence cleared another dangerous attack before goalkeeper Lilian Awuor produced an excellent save two minutes later to keep the scores level.

    Dwindling fortunes of Harambee Starlets' WAFCON
  7. The Standard

    Goalkeeper Lilian Awuor is likely to maintain her place between the sticks, with defender Euphrasier Shilwatso, who came in the second half to stabilize Kenya’s backline, having higher chances of making the starting 11 today.

    Wafcon: It's a do-or-die for Harambee Starlets
  8. The Standard

    The breakthrough arrived in the 19th minute when Yasmin Mrabet threaded a perfectly weighted through ball into the path of Sakina Ouzraoui, who calmly slotted past goalkeeper Lilian Awuor to put the Atlas Lionesses ahead.

    Morocco hand Harambee Starlets harsh WAFCON reality check
  9. 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
  10. Citizen Digital

    "I always have the courage, determination and fighting spirit to give my best for the team, and that is my motivation heading into WAFCON." Kundu will compete for the starting goalkeeper's role alongside Farul Constanța's Lilian Awuor and Kibera Soccer Ladies' Vivian Shiyonzo.

    WAFCON could be career-changer, says Harambee Starlets keeper Kundu
  11. June 2026
  12. Citizen Digital

    Shiyonzo, a former FKF Women's Cup Golden Glove winner, joins an experienced goalkeeping department that includes Annedy Kundu and Lilian Awuor.

    Adhiambo rallies Starlets attack ahead of Zambia Four-Nation showdown
  13. The Standard

    needed to work on ahead of their trip to Morocco. “We didn’t score many goals during the Fifa series and this time we want to push ourselves in attack and come out of the tournament with something,” the Simba Queens midfielder said.Starlets will be without goalkeeper Lilian Awuor

    Harambee Starlets gear up for Zambia showpiece

Today

  1. Kenya loses 2-0 to Algeria, exits WAFCON 2026

    Kenya's Harambee Starlets were eliminated from the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations after losing 2-0 to Algeria in their final Group A match in Rabat, Morocco, finishing the tournament without a point after three successive defeats.

    9 hours ago · Citizen Digital

Sunday 2 August

  1. Starlets face Algeria seeking first WAFCON win

    Kenya's Harambee Starlets, winless after losses to Morocco (4-0) and Senegal (1-0) in the 2026 Women's African Cup of Nations in Morocco, face Algeria on Monday with head coach Beldine Odemba emphasizing improved scoring and defensive focus.

    2 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

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. Kenya loses 4-0 to Morocco in WAFCON Group A opener

    Kenya's Harambee Starlets were defeated 4-0 by hosts Morocco in their Women's Africa Cup of Nations Group A opener in Rabat, their first continental finals appearance in a decade. The loss leaves Kenya bottom of the group ahead of a Thursday match against Senegal.

    27 July 2026 · The Standard

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

Thursday 16 July

  1. Harambee Starlets keeper eyes WAFCON as career opportunity

    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

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

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