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Harambee Stars coach Benni McCarthy. [FKF Media]
Benni McCarthy’s Harambee Stars squad has raised eyebrows, with the South African coach facing questions over the omission of several established players from his 38-man provisional team for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) qualifiers.
While the return of captain Michael Olunga and defender Joseph Okumu has dominated attention, the absence of Poland-based defender Eric “Marcelo” Ouma, Moses Shumah (AmaZulu), AFC Leopards Tyson Otieno and Gor Mahia's Alpha Onyango has triggered debate among Kenyan football followers.
McCarthy unveiled his squad as Kenya prepares to open its PAMOJA 2027 qualifying campaign against Eritrea and Guinea.
