In a strategic move ahead of the international friendlies against Equatorial Guinea on November 14 and Senegal on November 18, the Harambee Stars head coach Benni McCarthy, has officially unveiled his final squad. The matches will be held in Turkey, and McCarthy has opted for a squad heavily influenced by the talents of Gor Mahia, a dominant force in Kenyan football.
Leading the way for the K’Ogalo representation are captain Austine Odhiambo and goalkeeper Bryne Omondi, both of whom have been pivotal for their club. Their involvement highlights Gor Mahia’s strong presence in the national team setup, with a total of seven players representing the club in this selection.
Harambee Stars Squad Overview:
Goalkeepers
- Bryne Omondi (Gor Mahia)
- Brian Bwire (Polokwane City)
- Brian Opondo (Tusker)
Defenders
- Sylvester Owino (Gor Mahia)
- Alphonce Omija (Etoile Du Sahel)
- Michael Kibwage (Gor Mahia)
- Ronney Onyango (Sogndal)
- Kevin Otiende (Nairobi United)
- Baron Ochieng (Zamalek)
- Bryton Onyona (Gor Mahia)
Midfielders
- Alpha Onyango (Gor Mahia)
- Duke Abuya (Yanga)
- Timothy Ouma (Lech Poznan)
- Marvin Nabwire (Kenya Police)
Forwards
- Austine Odhiambo (Gor Mahia)
- William Lenkupae (VPS)
- Job Ochieng (Real Sociedad)
- Boniface Muchiri (Ulinzi Stars)
- Aldrine Kibet (Celta Vigo)
- -Ovellah Ochieng (Nairobi United)
- Jonah Ayunga (ST Mirren)
- Ryan Ogam (Wolfsberger)
- Lawrence Okoth (SJK Seinajoki)
- Sharif Musa (Gor Mahia)
McCarthy has also made significant changes to the initially proposed squad, which originally included players expected to face Madagascar and Comoros. This adjustment reflects his commitment to fielding a competitive team that can effectively challenge their upcoming opponents.
As the Harambee Stars gear up for these important matches, fans will be eager to see how the blend of local talent and international experience will influence the team’s performance on the pitch. The friendlies will serve as crucial preparation for future competitions, providing McCarthy with an opportunity to assess his squad’s capabilities and chemistry ahead of more demanding fixtures.
With Gor Mahia’s notable influence on the squad, the upcoming matches are set to showcase the strength and depth of Kenyan football, emphasizing the importance of local clubs in nurturing national talent.