The Junior Starlets wrapped up friendlies at Centro Español grounds, beating Dominican Republic U17 team, the host, 3-1.
The team put on a dazzling display in their fourth friendly yesterday ahead of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup set to be held there.
The host struck first, slipping one past Kenya’s defense in the 19th minute to take a 1-0 lead.
Just six minutes later, Valerie Nekesa showcased her attacking prowess by finding the back of the net to level the score at 1-1.
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With momentum on their side, the Junior Starlets pressed on, and in the 31st minute, Marion Serenge seized her moment giving the Kenya side a 2-1 lead.
In the second half Jane Kweyu launched a shot that ricocheted off Joan Ogola’s leg, forcing a save from the keeper, only for the ball to land perfectly at the feet of Lindey Weey Atieno, who calmly slotted it home to secure a 3-1 victory for Kenya.
This match was the final friendly for the Junior Starlets ahead of the World Cup.
Junior Starlets squad in Dominican Republic.
While camping in Spain for two weeks, they defeated Ciudad Deportiva 4-1, settled for a 1-1 draw against Portugal and humbled Intercity Fememino 4-1 in friendly matches.
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Starlets will face England on October 18, Korea DPR on October 20, and conclude their group stage campaign against Mexico on October 24, 2024.
