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Harambee Stars coach McCarthy defends CHAN squad selection

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Sports CS Salim Mvurya receives a ball from Harambee Stars head coach Benni McCarthy during the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) press conference in preparation for the event at Stadion Hotel Kasarani on July 10, 2025. [Stafford Ondego, Standard]

Harambee Stars head coach Benni McCarthy has dismissed criticism surrounding his squad selection for the upcoming 2024 CHAN tournament, saying Kenya is not just showing up to participate but to make a mark.

The delayed continental showpiece is set to kick off on August 2, 2025.

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