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Is Benni McCarthy the man who'll lead Harambee Stars into the promised land?

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Benni McCarthy pictured during the Jupiler Pro League match between STVV and Charleroi, in Sint-Truiden, Sunday 13 September 2015, [Photo by YORICK JANSENS / Belga via AFP)

News that South African Benni McCarthy will be the man to take over the mantle at national football team Harambee Stars was a big relief.

You see, McCarthy is a tried and tested man. He's been there, done that. As a player, he was prolific. As a coach, he a proven track record.

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