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Austine, Bajaber and Marcelo left out as McCarthy names final Harambee Stars 2026 World Cup qualifiers squad

Harambee Stars head coach Benni McCarthy instructs players during training session as the team finalized its preparations for the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) at Police Sacco Stadium on July 30, 2025. [Stafford Ondego, Standard]

Austine Odhiambo will not feature for Harambee Stars in the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, despite his key role in Kenya’s recent run at the African Nations Championship (CHAN).

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