Rising Starlets ace Lorna bullish ahead of Tanzania showdown

Rising Starlets midfielder Lorna Faith has expressed confidence of overcoming Tanzania as Kenya prepares for a decisive third-round clash of the FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup qualifiers.

The Rising Starlets host the first leg on February 7 at the Ulinzi Sports Complex in Nairobi, before travelling to Tanzania for the return fixture on February 14 at the Azam Complex.

And as preparations intensify, Lorna is confident of harvesting maximum points, thanks to the proper training they have had so far.

“We have had a very nice time in camp; this being the second week, and we thank Coach Jackline Juma for guiding us well. I believe we will do well as a team in the two-leg clash.

What motivates me most is that on 2024 we were playing in U17 World Cup Qualifier and the experience and team work plus the courage makes us the right candidates for the qualifiers,” she enthused.

Lorna sentiments were echoed by defender Diana Anyango.

“It will not be an easy game but it will depend on how we have set our mentality. As players we have the metal strength and the courage to beat our neighbours Tanzania.

We managed to qualify for the U17 World Cup in 2024, and I don’t see why we should not do the same this time with the U20.”

“We have very good coaches and as players we will utilize what we have been taught in the camp for better results.”

With qualification to the next stage at stake, fans have been urged to turn out in large numbers at the Ulinzi Sports Complex to rally behind the Rising Starlets as they push for a place at the FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup.