Benni McCarthy's Kenya Inspired! Can They Qualify for the World Cup?
Kenya delivered a stunning 5-0 victory over Seychelles in their CAF World Cup qualifying match, breathing new life into their hopes of reaching the 2026 finals. Ryan Ogam’s early goal set the tone for a dominant performance, with Charles Sichenje, Michael Olunga (twice), and Ogam again adding to the scoreline.
Kenya's World Cup Dream: Alive and Kicking?
The win, Kenya's biggest of the campaign, moves them to nine points, still behind Côte d’Ivoire (19 points) and Gabon (18 points). However, they’ve narrowed the gap to Burundi (10 points), offering a glimmer of hope as they head into their final two matches in March.
Benni McCarthy's Influence: A Turning Point?
More than just the scoreline, the manner of Kenya's victory – a clean sheet, clinical finishing, and overall control – suggests a growing confidence and tactical awareness within the team. This positive momentum could be attributed, in part, to the influence of Benni McCarthy, who has been working with the team.
Group H Update: Namibia's Shalulile Shines
In other CAF World Cup qualifying action, Peter Shalulile scored a hat-trick as Namibia defeated São Tomé and Príncipe 3-0. This victory strengthens Namibia's position in Group H, solidifying their chances of progressing in the qualifiers.
- Kenya defeated Seychelles 5-0.
- Namibia defeated São Tomé and Príncipe 3-0.
- Morocco and Tunisia have already qualified for the 2026 World Cup.
The race for the remaining automatic qualification spots and play-off places remains intensely competitive across the African continent.