Benni McCarthy and Harambee Stars honoured by Kenyan president

Benni McCarthy and Harambee Stars honoured by Kenyan president

Kenyan President William Ruto hosted head coach Benni McCarthy and his team at the State House to recognise their impressive performance.

Zuko Komisa

Kenyan President William Ruto has officially recognised the impressive performance of the Harambee Stars at the recent CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN), hosting head coach Benni McCarthy and his team at the State House on Monday.

The celebratory event came after Kenya co-hosted the CHAN tournament with neighbouring nations, capturing the imagination of the public with their spirited campaign.

Under McCarthy’s leadership, the team topped a challenging Group A with three wins and a draw, accumulating 10 points.

Their journey ended with a heartbreaking penalty shootout loss to eventual finalists Madagascar in the quarter-finals.

Despite falling short of the final, the team’s inspiring run and the unwavering support from fans made it a memorable tournament for the country.

Both McCarthy and President Ruto shared highlights of the celebratory visit on their Instagram pages, showcasing the nation’s pride in the team’s achievements.

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