The Junior Starlets are seeking victory over Uganda in the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup Second Qualifying Round, holding a 2-0 lead from the first leg. Key players express confidence in their ability to advance to the final qualifying round. A win would set them up for a match against Cameroon or Ethiopia for a chance to qualify for the World Cup in Morocco.
The Junior Starlets are poised to conclude their FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup Second Qualifying Round on a high note as they face Uganda in the return leg at Nyayo National Stadium on Sunday. Armed with a 2-0 advantage from the first leg, players Lorine Ilavonga and Joan Ogola are optimistic about advancing to the final qualification round following their successful outing in Kampala.
Scheduled for March 16, 2025, at 3 PM EAT, the Junior Starlets aim to secure a decisive victory in the second leg against Uganda. They look to leverage their solid performance from the first leg, where they showcased dominance at Nakivubo Stadium in Kampala.
Both Ilavonga and Ogola, integral members of the Junior Starlets squad which previously represented Kenya at the 2024 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup, are driven by the opportunity to achieve back-to-back World Cup qualifications. Ilavonga articulated the weight of their goal, acknowledging the competition’s intensity and the pressure that comes with being a frontrunner.
Ogola, who celebrated her first international goal in the opening leg, expressed pride in contributing to the team’s efforts. She stated the importance of winning at home, asserting that it is crucial to establish their dominance on their home turf.
A successful match against Uganda will pave the way for a third and final qualifying round against either Cameroon or Ethiopia, both vying for their place at the World Cup scheduled in Morocco from October 17 to November 8. Cameroon currently leads their matchup with Ethiopia 5-2 ahead of the second leg this weekend.
In summary, the Junior Starlets are determined to complete their Second Qualifying Round campaign against Uganda with a win at Nyayo National Stadium. With a favorable first-leg result, key players highlight their commitment and focus on achieving another World Cup qualification. A victory will lead them to the final qualifying round, intensifying their pursuit of international success.
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