The 2024 World Cup debutants embark on preparations ahead of the double confrontation against the neighbors next month.
Kenya U-17 Women’s national head coach, Mildred Cheche, announced her provisional roster for the forthcoming World Cup Qualifiers.
The 51-member squad consists of raising stars and a small portion of players that participated at the 2024 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup tournament in Dominican Republic.
“The squad that qualified for the last U17 World Cup has largely moved on, with players like Lorna Faith, Marion Serenge, and Diana Anyango now part of the U20 team. This makes the challenge even tougher, but it’s achievable,” said Cheche
The Kenyan tactician also spoke highly of the opponents Uganda who dismantled Namibia 18-1 on aggregate in two legs to reach this stage.
“Uganda is a strong side, already match-fit from playing in the first round, and if we get past them, an even bigger test awaits us against Cameroon. To prepare, we will play a couple of friendlies against local sides. Our goal remains clear, to qualify for the U17 World Cup, and we will give our all to make it happen.” said Cheche
The cohort is expected to start preparations straight away, with plans to have friendlies with local clubs already in place.
The first leg of the Kenya-Uganda clash is scheduled between March 7-9, 2025 and the return leg set for March 14-16, 2025.
