CONFIRMED! Harambee Stars lineup verses Egypt
Football
By
Waweru Titus
| Mar 25, 2021
The Harambee Stars versus Egypt AFCON 2021 qualifier crunch clash is finally here with us and the lineups have been confirmed.
The Kenyans collide with the African giants in a crucial Group G fixture from 7pm (EAT) at the Kasarani Stadium in Nairobi.
Spectators have, however, been banned from the stadium to contain the spread of COVID-19.
“The Kenyan public is reminded that the Resumption of Sports Guidelines and Ministry of Health Safety Protocals provide that ONLY the players, official team handlers, assigned security and match officials SHALL be allowed into the stadium.
“No spectators will be allowed into the stadium,” Sports CS Amina Mohamed pointed out on Thursday.
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While wishing the teams an entertaining showdown in Nairobi, CS Mohamed stressed the need to be careful not to contract the deadly virus.
“Kenyans are encouraged to cheer and support our National Team from the comfort of their homes.
“We must continue to do our part to contain the spread of coronavirus. On behalf of the entire Ministry, I wish the teams an enjoyable match,” said Mohamed.
The Lineups:
Egypt Starting XI VS Kenya: Mohamed El-Shenawy, Mohamed Hany, Mahmoud El-Wensh, Ahmed Hegazi, Ahmed Ayman Mansour, Tarek Hamed, Hamdi Fathi, Mohamed Magdy Afsha, Mohamed Salah, Trezeguet, Mostafa Mohamed
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