After several failed attempts, the Harambee Stars, the national football team in Kenya will be set to get a home run in a competitive encounter. On 9th September, the Stars will play one of their most important games in the World Cup Qualifiers FIFA 2026 against Seychelles at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani.
Where this match is very important to Kenyan football. In the last several years, Harambee Stars have had to play their mental matches in foreign countries, since stadiums in the country do not up to the international standard. The resumption of international football back to Kasarani, a venue full of history and many passions will thus be applauded by fans.
Moi international sports centre has recently been renovated in preparation of African Nations Championship (CHAN) event. The stadium after the upgrade is compliant with the CAF and FIFA requirements and land again to host only high-profile events such as continental and global events in football.
The conflict with Seychelles will happen at a crucial phase of the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers. The Harambee stars would be hoping too to utilize home ground advantage and get maximum points at home the supporters. As the world Cup expands into more competitor slots, it will be a ticket defining match in the process of Kenya qualifying to the World Cup.
The homecoming of the team to Kasarani does not only serve to boost the morale of the national team but also to revive the life blood of Kenyan fans, who will get an opportunity to follow their team atfully by cheering on them at the stadium. Home ground advantage has had a psychological advantage in the game and the remodeled stadium is anticipated to be clean and offer an exciting environment.
