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Peerless Junior Starlets conquer Bantwana to set one foot in the 2026 World Cup

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Junior Starlets defender Faith Boke celebrates after scoring against South Africa during their World Cup U17 first leg match at Lucas Moripe Stadium, Pretoria, on July 4, 2026. [FKF Media]‎

The dream of a return to the global stage now looks more tangible for the Junior Starlets following Saturday’s exploits at the Lucas Moripe Stadium in Pretoria, South Africa.

In a display of grit and tactical maturity, the Kenyan girls stunned their hosts Bantwana 2-0 to secure a critical away victory and enhance their chances of qualifying for the 2026 Fifa Under-17 Women’s World Cup.

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