- Coach Engin Firat names the provincial list to play Cameroon in the AFCON qualifiers
- The Turkish gaffer has included a mix of returning players and fresh talent, with notable inclusions like Daniel Anyembe and David Odoyo
- The team will begin their residential camp on October 4, aiming to secure vital points in the qualifiers with matches scheduled for October 11 and 14
Michael Olunga headlines Kenya’s 28-man squad as they prepare for a pivotal double-header against Cameroon in the AFCON qualifiers this October.
Coach Engin Firat unveiled the roster on October 2, welcoming back captain Olunga, who missed the previous qualifiers due to injury. The squad showcases a strategic mix of binational and domestic talent, with many familiar faces retained from the last campaign.
Danish right-back Daniel Anyembe returns after being absent for personal reasons during the last qualifiers. With ten appearances, one goal, and two assists to his name, Anyembe is set to reinforce the Harambee Stars’ defensive line.
In the attacking department, FK Bryne’s Alfred Scriven gets another opportunity to shine after receiving his first call-up in March 2023. The forward, who has netted nearly six goals this season, aims to make a significant impact alongside fellow forwards Collins Shichenje, Ulinzi Stars’ Boniface Muchiri, and Sydney Lokale.
The domestic contingent is spearheaded by a strong Gor Mahia quintet: Sylvester Owino, Alphonce Omija, Geoffrey Ochieng, Ronney Onyango, and Austine Odhiambo.
The team will kick off their residential training camp on October 4. The first leg of the double-header is set for October 11 at Japoma Stadium in Douala, Cameroon, followed by the return leg on October 14 at Mandela National Stadium in Uganda. Notably, the second match in Kampala will be played behind closed doors.
Goalkeepers
– Ian Otieno (Richards Bay FC)
– Patrick Matasi (Kenya Police)
– Byrne Omondi (Bandari)
Defenders
– Alphonce Omija (Gor Mahia)
– Daniel Anyembe (Viborg)
– Amos Nondi (Ararat)
– Sylvester Owino (Gor Mahia)
– Johnstone Omurwa (Abha)
– Collins Sichenje (Vojvodina)
– Joseph Okumu (Reims)
– Geoffrey Ochieng (Gor Mahia)
– Eric Ouma (Rakow)
Midfielders
– David Odoyo (Tusker)
– Chrispine Erambo (Tusker)
– Richard Odada (Dundee United)
– John Ochieng (Zanaco)
– Timothy Ouma (Elfsborg)
– Anthony Akumu (Kheybar)
– Duke Abuya (Yanga)
– Ronney Onyango (Gor Mahia)
– Austine Odhiambo (Gor Mahia)
– Boniface Muchiri (Ulinzi Stars)
Forwards
– John Avire (El Sekka El Hadid)
– Michael Olunga (Duhail-Oman)
– Jonah Ayunga (St. Mirren – Scotland)
– Adam Wilson (New Saints)
– Sydney Lokale (AFC Leopards)
– Alfred Scriven (Bryne FK)
In a notable addition, Tusker FC midfielder David Odoyo has earned his first senior national team call-up. After consistently impressive performances for his club, Odoyo aims to establish himself as a key player in the national setup as they strive for success against Cameroon.
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