The Vihiga Queens midfield maestro, Shilwatso caught the eye of Spanish top tier side Edf Logrono, in a deal that saw the her agree a three-year contract. By using our site, you agree to use our cookies. Kenya Women's National Football Team and Women Leagues Keep working hard wherever you are. “I’m happy with what is happening with the Harambee Starlets players. Not many are aware of Harambee Starlets players abroad but we have many out there. Akida is not the only Kenyan female footballer who has withered the storm to go international. In that year, the team was recognized by FIFA for having been the national team that played the most number of international matches. Harambee Starlets players shine abroad despite struggles at home. Match Day: Black Queens vs Harambee Starlets of Kenya, Ghana’s quest to make Olympics football continues today. Starlets were scheduled to face Tanzania in the first round of the 2020 Africa Women Cup of Nations Qualifiers in April. 11:23 Foot Africa - FKF Has Appointed Charles Okere As New Head Coach Of Harambee Starlets; 11:09 African players abroad - UEFA LEAGUE : Mahrez would rather face PSG in Champions League semis; 11:09 African players abroad - Russian Premier League : Chidera Ejuke Voted Man Of The Match As CSKA Moscow Beat FC Rotor Volgograd; 11:07 Nigerian Players abroad - Odion … “The more players we have abroad the better for our football because one day we will need them,” Otieno said. Former Harambee Starlets coach joins Sofapaka, Mwanahalima to lead Harambee Starlets attack ahead of Zambia friendly, Record holder Brigid Kosgei places Tokyo gold in sharp focus, Kinja to lead cyclists at the Watamu challenge race. Harambee Starlets players receive COVID-19 vaccines NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 09 – Harambee Stars players and technical bench officials received their COVID-19 vaccines at the Moi Sports Centre Kasarani this afternoon as part of the government’s plan to vaccinate all sportsmen. The tactician has also challenged players to give their best to make it to the Kenyan national team Harambee Starlets coach David Ouma has revealed he is following up with his players to ensure they are keeping fit despite the Covid-19 pandemic which led to the postponement of games. Harambee Starlets pooled in Group A of 2022 AWCON Qualifiers. [File, Standard] There has been a shortage of strikers in the Kenyan Premier League (KPL) and Kenyan football at large in the recent past paving way for an influx of foreign players to the domestic league. Confederation of African Football’s (CAF) Executive Committee, however, resolved to cancel the tournament, in a meeting held on Tuesday, 30 June 2020, via video conference, to discuss the future of competitions and other related issues. Kaari also joins a growing list of Harambee Starlets players, who have recently made professional ranks abroad. To personalise content, tailor ads and provide best user experience, we use cookies. News thread. The duo were scouted in the CECAFA regional tourney where the Starlets were crowned champions. 10 May 2021 Brenda Mongina Articles. Zambia’s Shepolopolo arrive in Nairobi ahead of Harambee Starlets Olympics Qualifier, FKF IMOC appraises refurbished Nyayo Stadium ahead of scheduled CAF inspection visit, 2022 AWCON Qualifiers rescheduled ~ Find out when the Harambee Starlets will be in action, It’s doable ~ Coach Charles Okere’s reaction towards Harambee Starlets AWCON qualifiers. I cannot wait to get started," she said. Among the ladies that have moved abroad include midfielder Vivian Corazon Odhiambo, who joined Atlético Madrid Women’s Team. Kundu is one of the four Harambee Starlets players who landed professional deals abroad earlier this year. Goalkeeper Annedy Kundu and Defender Ruth Ingosi landed professional deals in Cyprus. Cynthia Shilwatso and Mwanahalima Adam are also reportedly on the radar of top Spanish and Swedish sides, with the global Covid-19 pandemic only the stumbling block. So dire was the financial situation facing the league, that the Football Kenya Federation vice president Doris Petra proposed the league to be divided into two, a move she believed would help teams to honour away matches as well as reduce travel expenses. Get our latest news straight into your inbox. Omita joins a growing list of Harambee Starlets players, who have recently joined professional ranks abroad. They include Esse Akida, who joined Turkish giants Besiktas, Corazon Aquino, who signed for Portuguese top-tier side Atletico Ouriense on a one-year deal and Cynthia Shilwatso who caught the eye of Spanish top tier side Edf Logrono. Coach Ouma, in conclusion, called on aspiring players to keep their eyes open and their heads focussed. Former Harambee Stars striker Dennis Oliech. “We are proposing that the league be divided into two zones based on the locality of individual clubs. Akida has been in spectacular shape for both Starlets and Israeli outfit FC Ramat HaSharon who he joined in 2018. The team’s good performance saw some players get professional deals abroad. “My aim has always been to play in the Champions’ League and I know I will get that here. PHOTO [COURTESY]. The team's good performance saw some players get professional deals abroad. The draw for the Africa Women's Cup of Nations, Morocco 2022 Qualifiers took place on Monday, 10 May 2021. I have also been following up on the newly called-up players, whom we went with to Turkey before the pandemic struck, to ensure that they remain fit for the resumption of football activities,” he added. “I have been in close contact with their coaches to ensure that their training programs are sufficient. Esse Akida is the latest Harambee Starlets squad member to seal a move abroad after signing for Turkish giants, Besiktas. Harambee Starlets has on Tuesday, October 1, 2019, jetted out to Ghana ahead of the first leg of their Olympics Qualifier set to be played on Friday. The team, which has been in camp for slightly over a week now, is expected in Ghana at 1.30 pm EAT on Tuesday. “The door into and out of the national team is always open. Head coach of Harambee Starlets of Kenya, David Ouma has named a provisional squad of 32 players who will enter camp on Monday October 29 … Every coach wants to see their products excel and I am not any different,” he said. Harambee starlets head coach David Ouma has backed the attacking midfielder Cynthia Shilwatso to shine in Spain after she agreed a three-year deal … Take a quick survey and help us improve our website. Tusker, Sofapaka share spoils while Bidco registers its first win, Gor Mahia vs CR Belouizdad planning meeting held earlier today at the FKF Goal Project offices ahead of the CAF Champions League 2nd Leg match slated for Wednesday, January 6, 2021, at the Nyayo Stadium, 3pm, Kariobangi Sharks held to a goalless draw by Ulinzi Stars. Latest Standard Media Headline News Today. The tactician was attempting to explain why local clubs have preferred foreigners especially in their offensive departments Last month, Thika queens goal poacher Mwanahalima Adam attracted Swedish side Djurgardens IF. Also Read: Harambee Starlets AWCON Qualifiers canceled, Stars rescheduled, Your email address will not be published. The change that the Kenya national team dubbed ‘Harambee Starlets’, has undergone in the last four years has undoubtedly helped the players and the country. They include Esse Akida, who joined Turkish giants Besiktas, Corazon Aquino, who signed for Portuguese top-tier side Atletico Ouriense on a one-year deal and Cynthia Shilwatso who caught the eye of Spanish top tier side Edf Logrono. Omita joins the growing list of Harambee Starlets players playing professional football abroad. •Ouma has, in the meantime, been following up on Harambee Starlets players, who have been training individually in isolation. Harambee Starlets pair Ruth Ingosi and Annedy Kundu have opened up about their struggles abroad following the global outbreak of coronavirus. Subscribe to our newsletter and stay updated on the latest developments and special offers! Harambee Starlets will be the only African womens team to participate in the competition scheduled for March 2 to 11 in Turkey. The Spanish team offered Vivian a two-year deal after influential performances for Harambee Starlets during the Tokyo 2020 qualifiers. Football may have been suspended owing to the global Covid-19 pandemic but work has not stopped for Harambee Starlets head coach David Ouma. That way, we will not only save them some costs but will also encourage other teams to fight harder to join the top flight," said Petra after crowning the 2019 Kenya Women Premier League winners, Vihiga Queens. Harambee Starlets won our hearts by winning the 2019 CECAFA Women's Competition plus their efforts when playing in The Women's African Cup of Nations makes us proud as a country. The Kenyan foreign-based players are part of the resumption exercise and we take a look at when they will be back in action with their teams. “I was encouraged when the FKF President Nick Mwendwa, upon coming to office in 2016, promised to treat women equally like their men counterparts,” said Ouma. Harambee Starlets Captain Dorcas Shikobe eyes fixed on the 2023 World Cup. READ ALSO: Mourinho jokes Man United should be handed 2018 Premier League title after City's UCL ban. Prodigy goalkeeper Annette Kundu and defender Ruth Ingosi, both of whom were attached to Women Premier League side Eldoret Falcons, were snapped up by Cypriot side Lakatamia FC, while Corazone Aquino was snapped up by Portuguese side Atletico Ouriense. “In 2017, we continued to build this team, and it was encouraging when we posted stellar performances in the 2020 Olympics Qualifiers where we eliminated Ghana, which is a World Cup nation. The revered coach has in the meantime been following up on Harambee Starlets players, who have been training individually in isolation. Photo [Standard], "Everything negative — pressure, challenges — are all an opportunity for me to rise,”.
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