Next Match: CHAN 2024 Quarterfinal
18 August 2025
The Harambee Stars will face Madagascar in the quarterfinals of the African Nations Championship (CHAN 2024) on Friday, 22 August 2025, in Nairobi .
Following Fixture: FIFA World Cup Qualifiers – CAF
After CHAN, the Stars head into CAF qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup:
Friday, 5 September 2025 – Kenya vs Gambia (Home) .
Tuesday, 9 September 2025 – Kenya vs Seychelles (Home) .
Analysis & Predictions
Against Madagascar (CHAN Quarterfinal, 22 August)
Form and Motivation: Kenya enters this clash buoyed by a group-stage finish at the top, including a 1–0 win over Zambia. Momentum is with them .
Home Advantage: Playing in Nairobi gives Harambee Stars a significant edge—packed stands, familiarity with conditions, and altitude favoring their style.
Key Strengths:
Resilience: Demonstrated in tight matches (e.g., holding Angola with 10 men) .
Tactical Discipline: Smart defensive displays combined with opportunistic attacking.
Potential Handicap: Madagascar aren't pushovers; they've shown they can compete at continental tournaments, which could make this a nervy match.
Prediction: Expect a closely fought match. Kenya's form and home support tilt the odds slightly in their favor—perhaps a 1–0 or 2–1 win in regular time. Extra time seems unlikely unless Madagascar’s defense stands tall.
World Cup Qualifiers (Early September)
Kenya vs Gambia (5 Sept): A key battle in Group F of CAF qualifying. Win here could establish early group dominance.
Kenya vs Seychelles (9 Sept): Assuming form holds, this fixture presents a strong chance for points.
If Kenya carries CHAN momentum into early September, they could get off to a strong start in the qualifiers.
Summary Table
Date Fixture Analysis & Outlook
22 Aug 2025 Kenya vs Madagascar (CHAN QF) Tight, competitive; slight edge to Kenya due to home advantage
5 Sept 2025 Kenya vs Gambia (World Cup Q) Crucial qualifier; momentum from CHAN could be decisive
9 Sept 2025 Kenya vs Seychelles (World Cup Q) Strong chance for positive result, assuming confidence stays high
Following Fixture: FIFA World Cup Qualifiers – CAF
After CHAN, the Stars head into CAF qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup:
Friday, 5 September 2025 – Kenya vs Gambia (Home) .
Tuesday, 9 September 2025 – Kenya vs Seychelles (Home) .
Analysis & Predictions
Against Madagascar (CHAN Quarterfinal, 22 August)
Form and Motivation: Kenya enters this clash buoyed by a group-stage finish at the top, including a 1–0 win over Zambia. Momentum is with them .
Home Advantage: Playing in Nairobi gives Harambee Stars a significant edge—packed stands, familiarity with conditions, and altitude favoring their style.
Key Strengths:
Resilience: Demonstrated in tight matches (e.g., holding Angola with 10 men) .
Tactical Discipline: Smart defensive displays combined with opportunistic attacking.
Potential Handicap: Madagascar aren't pushovers; they've shown they can compete at continental tournaments, which could make this a nervy match.
Prediction: Expect a closely fought match. Kenya's form and home support tilt the odds slightly in their favor—perhaps a 1–0 or 2–1 win in regular time. Extra time seems unlikely unless Madagascar’s defense stands tall.
World Cup Qualifiers (Early September)
Kenya vs Gambia (5 Sept): A key battle in Group F of CAF qualifying. Win here could establish early group dominance.
Kenya vs Seychelles (9 Sept): Assuming form holds, this fixture presents a strong chance for points.
If Kenya carries CHAN momentum into early September, they could get off to a strong start in the qualifiers.
Summary Table
Date Fixture Analysis & Outlook
22 Aug 2025 Kenya vs Madagascar (CHAN QF) Tight, competitive; slight edge to Kenya due to home advantage
5 Sept 2025 Kenya vs Gambia (World Cup Q) Crucial qualifier; momentum from CHAN could be decisive
9 Sept 2025 Kenya vs Seychelles (World Cup Q) Strong chance for positive result, assuming confidence stays high
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