Wayne Lumbasi
It began as a test of endurance. It ended as a statement to Africa.The Harambee Stars pulled off a memorable 1–0 victory over Morocco yesterday, capping an impressive performance against one of Africa’s football giants.
In a match brimming with tension and drama, Kenya’s grit shone brightest, delivering a victory that will be remembered as one of the nation’s finest on the continental stage.
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The breakthrough came in the 42nd minute. Ben Stanley Omondi’s strike was deflected into Ryan Ogam’s path, and with ice-cold composure, he buried the ball into the bottom corner.
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Moments later, the game tilted. Chrispine Erambo saw his yellow card upgraded to red after VAR review, leaving Kenya to face a relentless Moroccan side with ten men for the entire second half.
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What followed was defensive perfection. Goalkeeper Byrne Omondi commanded his area with authority, producing crucial saves that kept Morocco at bay. The backline, unwavering in their commitment, threw themselves into tackles and blocks with a unity that spoke volumes of their belief. The final whistle was met with jubilation. Kenya remained unbeaten at the top of Group A with seven points from three matches, inching closer to a historic quarter-final berth in their CHAN debut.
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