The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) is rallying support for the Kenya Women’s Under-17 football team, the Junior Starlets, as they face Ethiopia in a pivotal match of the FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers. The game is scheduled for Sunday, May 19, at the Ulinzi Sports Complex in Langata, with a 3 pm EAT kick-off.
The Junior Starlets are vying to become the first Kenyan team to qualify for a FIFA World Cup, and FKF is spurring on fan enthusiasm by offering free admission to the stadium. Gates will open at 9 am, allowing fans to fill the stands and create a vibrant atmosphere to spur the team on.
In addition to live support, FKF is encouraging fans to take to social media with the hashtag #GoStarlets to share messages of encouragement and solidarity. This digital campaign aims to amplify the excitement for the Junior Starlets and women’s football nationwide.
FKF has also invited affiliated clubs, schools, and youth academies to attend the match, providing them with a special seating area to demonstrate the unity that football brings to the nation. The Junior Starlets’ journey to this moment has been marked by a recent goalless draw against Ethiopia, setting up an intense rematch where the stakes couldn’t be higher.
The winner of this round will advance to face Burundi, following their impressive 18-0 win over Djibouti, in the final round of qualifiers. The ultimate goal is to secure a place at the 2024 Under-17 Women’s World Cup in the Dominican Republic, which runs from October 16 to November 3.
As the Junior Starlets prepare to take the field, they embody the aspirations of a nation ready to make its mark on the world stage. It’s a call to action for all supporters to come together, in person or online, and cheer on the Junior Starlets as they strive to realize their World Cup dream.
