Junior Starlets coach Mildred Cheche praised her team’s 3-0 win over Uganda Women U17, leading to a 5-0 aggregate victory in the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers. Facing Cameroon in the final qualifying round, Cheche aims to bolster her squad. Uganda’s coach, Botes, conceded Kenya’s superior quality, vowing to improve her team. The next match is scheduled for Morocco from October 17 to November 18.
Junior Starlets coach Mildred Cheche praised her team’s excellent preparation following a 3-0 victory over Uganda Women U17, which secured a 5-0 aggregate win in the 2025 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers. Uganda coach Sheryl Botes acknowledged Kenya’s superior quality, allowing the Starlets to advance to face Cameroon in the final round.
Cheche expressed her satisfaction with the performance and noted that the upcoming match against Cameroon will be challenging. She plans to reinforce the squad before this crucial encounter, highlighting the need for improvement and preparation.
Botes admitted that her team was outmatched, stating, “There is still a gulf in class between us and them. They had players who have played in the World Cup and that made the difference.” Despite this, she remains committed to advancing Uganda’s women’s football.
Both coaches made changes to their starting line-up from the previous match, showcasing different tactical approaches. For Kenya, Mwanakombo Bakari was replaced by Brenda Awuor in midfield, while Patience Asiko took the center-forward role. In contrast, Uganda maintained an unchanged front three, focusing on consistency within their lineup.
The Junior Starlets are set to face Cameroon Women U17 in the next round of qualifiers for the 2025 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup, scheduled to take place in Morocco from October 17 to November 18. This match will be pivotal for both teams as they aim to secure a spot in the prestigious tournament.
The Junior Starlets, after a convincing win over Uganda, prepare to face Cameroon in the final qualifying round for the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup. Coach Mildred Cheche is focused on enhancing her squad to tackle the challenges ahead. Uganda’s coach, Sheryl Botes, recognizes the gap in skill levels and strives for continued development in women’s football. The upcoming match is critical for both teams as they aim for World Cup qualification.
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