Harambee Stars secured a 2-0 victory over their East African rivals, Tanzania, in the Mapinduzi Cup on Tuesday evening. Goals from Boniface Muchiri and Ryan Ogam in the second half were enough to seal the win for Kenya.
The win takes Harambee Stars to the top of the standings with four points, tied with Burkina Faso, who also secured a 1-0 victory over Tanzania earlier in the tournament. Zanzibar, with three points, sits third after their win over Tanzania and a subsequent loss to Burkina Faso.
What’s Next for the Teams?
Harambee Stars will face hosts Zanzibar on Friday in their final group stage match. A win will guarantee them a spot in the final, scheduled for January 13. Meanwhile, Tanzania will take on Burkina Faso on the same day, aiming to secure their first win of the tournament.
Final Showdown
The top two teams from the round-robin format will advance to the final. With the current standings, it looks like Harambee Stars and Burkina Faso are the frontrunners, but Zanzibar is still in contention. The final promises match, with the winners earning Sh6.25 million in prize money.
