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Boniface Muchiri and Ryan Ogam on target as Francis Kimanzi's charges dispatch Tanzania's Kilimanjaro Stars at ongoing Mapinduzi Cup.
Kenya’s Harambee Stars returned to winning form with a hard-fought 2-0 victory against Tanzania Mainland’s Kilimanjaro Stars on Tuesday evening at the ongoing Mapinduzi Cup. The win provides a vital morale boost as they prepare for the CHAN 2024 qualifiers.
The match began cautiously, with Kenya taking until the ninth minute to create a meaningful opportunity. Austin Odhiambo's clever through-ball set up Boniface Muchiri, but the Ulinzi Stars forward was flagged offside.
In the 21st minute, Ryan Ogam won a free kick in a promising position, but captain Aboud Omar’s effort sailed wide, leaving Kenya frustrated in their search for an opener.
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15:00 - 07.01.2025
Boniface Muchiri's timely words of advice to Harambee Stars debutants, including Kelly Madada
A number of players made their national team debuts for the side against Burkina Faso last weekend, and Muchiri has now sent them words of advice.
Kenya’s first significant chance came in the 26th minute. A well-executed long throw from Daniel Sakari found Boniface Muchiri, who flicked it towards Brian Musa. Musa delivered a dangerous cross to Sylvester Owino, whose header was acrobatically saved by the Tanzanian goalkeeper.
Tanzania responded in the 37th minute when Ayubu Lyanga beat his marker on the left flank but fired his shot well over the bar. Moments later, a swift counter-attack by Tanzania exposed Kenya’s defense, but they failed to capitalize, leaving the game goalless at halftime.
Francis Kimanzi’s tactical adjustments at halftime brought immediate impact. Substitute goalkeeper Farouk Shikalo, replacing Byrne Omondi, made a stunning save just three minutes into the second half to deny Lyanga’s close-range effort.
15:00 - 07.01.2025
Boniface Muchiri's timely words of advice to Harambee Stars debutants, including Kelly Madada
A number of players made their national team debuts for the side against Burkina Faso last weekend, and Muchiri has now sent them words of advice.
Despite mounting pressure from Tanzania, Kenya took the lead in the 55th minute. Muchiri capitalized on a rebound after the Tanzanian keeper parried his initial header from a Sakari cross. The former Tusker FC player made no mistake, slotting the ball into the net to give Kenya the edge.
The Stars doubled their advantage in the 69th minute through Ryan Ogam. The forward showcased his sharp instincts, pouncing on a defensive mix-up between Tanzanian goalkeeper Metacha Mnata and Pascal Msindo to seal the win.
The win ensures Kenya remains on track in their Mapinduzi Cup campaign and builds momentum for their CHAN 2024 preparations. The Stars will face Zanzibar in their third tournament fixture on January 11, aiming to secure a spot in the knockout stages.
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