Benni McCarthy Reveals Ultimate Career Goal With Harambee Stars

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Benni McCarthy Reveals Ultimate Career Goal With Harambee Stars

Abigael Wafula 12:30 - 12.04.2025

Benni McCarthy is focused on a long-term vision with Harambee Stars, aiming to shape something special in the years to come.

Benni McCarthy has revealed his ultimate career goal with Harambee Stars as he looks to etch his name among the greatest African coaches.

The former Manchester United attacking coach has already handled two assignments with Harambee Stars, the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.

Less than a month after his appointment, Harambee Stars played against the Gambia in an away match where they drew 3-3. In a sold-out match at the Nyayo National Stadium, Harambee Stars lost 2-1 to Gabon.

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Now, the focus shifts to the African Nations Championship (CHAN) to be co-hosted by Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania from August 2-30. However, that is not Benni McCarthy’s main target.

Benni McCarthy reveals ultimate career goal

Benni McCarthy reveals ultimate career goal
Benni McCarthy reveals ultimate career goal

In an interview on NTV’s Sport On, the South African football legend revealed that AFCON might be two years away, but his main focus is on making an impact with Harambee Stars at the event.

McCarthy explained that it would be a life-changing moment for Kenyan football fans since he is working around the clock to create a lethal squad for the continental showpiece.

“AFCON 2027, that’s two years from now, and we have World Cup qualifiers, there is CHAN, there is so much to play for, so many things that we want to do that we think by the time,” Benni McCarthy said.

“When AFCON 27 comes people aren't going to recognise their national team because the national team is going to just it's going to be a mouthwatering. So, yeah I think 2027 is the ultimate goal.”

How Benni McCarthy is preparing for AFCON 2027

Benni McCarthy

The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step and Benni McCarthy is not downplaying that as he gears up for the 2027 showpiece.

He revealed that they will make use of the World Cup qualifiers, CHAN and the local matches to build a team that will be unbeatable at the 2027 AFCON.

Benni McCarthy strongly believes that by scouting talent during the Kenyan Premier League matches and having camps for players, he will deliver something exceptional for Kenyan fans.

“But everything that's now in front of us is the preparation that will eventually be for 2027. So yeah we want to be ready and we want to do the best that we possibly can and select the best players possibly at our disposal so that we leave a lasting legacy,” Benni McCarthy added.

With his sights firmly set on AFCON 2027, Benni McCarthy is laying the foundation for a new era in Kenyan football—one built on preparation, passion, and the promise of leaving behind a legacy that fans will remember for generations.