McCarthy Names Final Harambee Stars Squad for Chad Friendlies

Harambee Stars head coach Benni McCarthy has officially unveiled the final traveling squad for the two international friendlies against Chad, set to be played in Marrakech, Morocco, on the 7th and 10th of June.

The matches are key fixtures in Kenya’s preparations for upcoming international competitions, and the team is scheduled to depart from Nairobi tonight. McCarthy’s selection blends experience with emerging talent, giving several players the opportunity to impress on the international stage.

The final squad includes goalkeepers Brian Bwire, Faruk Shikalo, and Sepstianos Wekesa. In defense, the lineup features seasoned players such as Brian Mandela and Abud Omar, alongside younger names like Alphonce Omija and Lewis Bandi. Notably, Sylvester Owino, who was not in the preliminary squad, has been added to the final list.

The midfield boasts a mix of creativity and energy, with players like Alpha Onyango, Austine Odhiambo, and overseas-based Mohammed Bajaber making the cut. Upfront, McCarthy has called on Beja Nyamawi, Moses Shumah, and Emmanuel Osoro to lead the attack.

Final Squad:

Goalkeepers:

• Brian Bwire
• Faruk Shikalo
• Sepstianos Wekesa

Defenders:

• Brian Mandela
• Alphonce Omija
• Sylvester Owino
• Siraj Mohammed
• Abud Omar
• Daniel Sakari
• Swaleh Pamba
• Lewis Bandi

Midfielders:

• Brian Musa
• Alpha Onyango
• Austine Odhiambo
• Ben Stanley Omondi
• Boniface Muchiri
• Mohammed Bajaber
• William Lenkupae
• Adam Wilson
• James Kinyanjui
• David Sakwa

Forwards:

• Beja Nyamawi
• Moses Shumah
• Emmanuel Osoro

With McCarthy at the helm, the friendlies in Morocco present a crucial opportunity to assess squad depth, test new combinations, and fine-tune tactics ahead of more competitive fixtures later in the year.