Also known as: Coach Mildred Cheche · Coach Cheche
Head coach of Kenya's Junior Starlets U-17 women's football team, leading qualification for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup.
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The Standard
… At the heart of this resurgence is Junior Starlets head coach Mildred Cheche, a tactician with an uncanny ability to read both the game and the human spirit. …
Double delight as Junior Starlets continue soaring higherCitizen Digital
… r to get fans behind us.” Odemba warned that the Junior Starlets' historic qualification to the World Cup should not be treated as a one-off achievement, but rather as the foundation for structured and long-term investment in women's football. “I want to congratulate coach Cheche …
Optimistic Odemba backs Kenya's bid to host WAFCON 2028Citizen Digital
… The victory sees Mildred Cheche's charges secure a place at the global showpiece for the second time, underlining the remarkable progress of Kenya's youth women's football programme. …
Junior Starlets roar back to sink South Africa, seal FIFA U-17 World Cup ticketThe Standard
… Substitute Elizabeth Alizeba then wrapped up the victory with a clinical finish moment after coming off the bench, sending thousands of supporters into celebration.The qualification is another landmark achievement for head coach Mildred Cheche, who continues to break new ground i …
Junior Starlets second straight FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup qualificationThe Standard
… The qualification marks another milestone for head coach Mildred Cheche, who has become the first Kenyan coach to guide a national football team to two FIFA World Cup tournaments. …
Ruto hails Junior Starlets, pledges full supportCitizen Digital
… A draw or any kind of a win will be enough to send the Mildred Cheche-coached side to the grandest stage of football for the second time following their debut in the Dominican Republic in 2024. …
Junior Starlets out to finish the job against South Africa in NairobiCitizen Digital
… Coach Mildred Cheche's charges head into the encounter with a commanding advantage after registering a convincing 2-0 victory over South Africa in the first leg at Lucas Moripe Stadium in Pretoria last Saturday. …
FKF boss Mohammed calls for full house as Junior Starlets chase World Cup berthThe Standard
… Head coach Mildred Cheche crediting the country's structured player development pathway for producing a new generation of stars now making their mark on the senior national team. …
Junior Starlets on brink of second World CupCitizen Digital
… Head coach Mildred Cheche praised her players for delivering under pressure and sticking to the game plan away from home. …
Junior Starlets seize control of Women’s World Cup qualifier after Pretoria victoryCitizen Digital
… Head coach Mildred Cheche praised her players for delivering under pressure and sticking to the game plan away from home. …
Junior Starlets seize control of Women’s World Cup qualifier after Pretoria victoryKenya'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 →
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 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 →
President William Ruto has congratulated Kenya's Junior Starlets following their historic qualification for the 2026 FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup after defeating South Africa 3-1 in the second leg of the final qualifying round. Ruto pledged his full support as the team prepares for the global tournament in Morocco.
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 are 90 minutes away from qualifying for the 2026 FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco after winning the first leg of the final qualification round 2-0 away against South Africa's Bantwana. Head coach Mildred Cheche credited the country's structured player development pathway, noting that several members of Kenya's debut squad at the 2024 World Cup have since progressed to the senior Harambee Starlets.
6 July 2026 · The Standard →
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 in the first leg of the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup qualifiers' final round in Pretoria, with goals from Faith Boke assisted by Lindey Weey. The team faces a return match in Nairobi next weekend to complete qualification.
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 →
Kenya's Junior Starlets head coach Mildred Cheche says the team is mentally ready to face South Africa in the first leg of the final qualification round for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup on Saturday at Lucas Moripe Stadium in Pretoria. The winner of the two-leg tie will qualify for the World Cup, set to run from 17 October – 7 November in Morocco.
30 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 Junior Starlets finished top of Group A at the CECAFA U-17 Women's Championship following a 1-1 draw against hosts Tanzania. Kenya missed a penalty in the first half before Tanzania went ahead, but the Starlets staged a late comeback to secure the draw.
17 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Junior Starlets thrashed Somalia 6-0 in the CECAFA U17 women's championship in Tanzania, with Beryl Okumu scoring twice. The victory, following a 16-0 win against Sudan in their opening match, secured the team's place in the semi-finals.
16 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Junior Starlets head coach Mildred Cheche is confident her team can win the 2026 CECAFA U-17 Women's Championship in Tanzania (June 13–23), using the tournament to prepare for an upcoming FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup qualifier against South Africa. Kenya's Group A matches are against Sudan on June 13, Somalia on June 15, and Tanzania on June 17.
12 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 face Uganda in the second leg of their 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup qualifier at Nyayo Stadium on Friday, after securing a 1-1 draw in the first leg at FUFA Stadium in Kampala last week. Forward Emily Adhiambo said the result gave the team confidence and said they now understand Uganda's strengths and weaknesses ahead of the decisive clash.
28 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'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 →