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Benni McCarthy names Harambee Stars travelling squad for World Cup qualifier vs Gambia

By Robert Abong'o | 8mos ago

Coach Benni McCarthy briefing Harambee Stars players before a training session [Harambee Stars, Facebook]

New head coach of the Harambee Stars, Benni McCarthy, has officially announced his 23-player squad for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Gambia.

The match is set to take place at the Alassane Ouattara Ebimpe Olympic Stadium in Ivory Coast on Thursday, March 20, 2025. Gambia's home ground is currently not approved by FIFA or CAF for high-stakes matches, prompting the neutral venue.

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