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Kenya down Namibia to record first win in 2025 Afcon qualifiers

John Avire and Jonah Ayunga

Harambee Stars striker John Avire (left) celebrates his goal with Jonah Ayunga during their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Namibia at the Orlando Pirates Stadium in Johannesburg, South Africa on September 10, 2024. 

Photo credit: Pool

What you need to know:

  • Striker John Avire and midfielder Duke Abuya scored the two goals that saw Kenya secure their first win after a barren draw against visitors Zimbabwe in their opening Group “J” match at Mandela National Stadium in Kampala, Uganda on Friday.
  • The win saw Kenya move top of the pool with four points, same as Cameroon who drew 0-0 with Zimbabwe in Kampala. 

Kenya’s Harambee Stars on Tuesday got their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) qualifying campaign back on track with a 2-1 win over 'hosts' Namibia at the Orlando Stadium in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Striker John Avire and midfielder Duke Abuya scored the two goals that saw Kenya secure their first win after a barren draw against visitors Zimbabwe in their opening Group “J” match at Mandela National Stadium in Kampala, Uganda on Friday.