Junior Starlets beat Dominican Republic in final World Cup build up tie
Junior Starlets midfielder Valarie Marion Serenge in action during their friendly match against Dominican Republic on October 8, 2024 at Central Española Stadium in Santo Domingo.
The biennial competition will now be held annually, according to the global football body. This year’s edition will have 16 nations participating, but from 2025 onwards, the number of teams will increase to 24.
Morocco is set to host the 2025 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon) next July.
Kenya's Junior Starlets concluded their friendlies in style ahead of the 2024 Fifa Under-17 Women's World Cup, defeating hosts Dominican Republic 3-1 at Central Española Stadium in Santo Domingo on Tuesday evening.
The global tournament starts on October 16 till November 3.
