The rising stars who have their bags already packed will play for pride f after suffering a 3-2 loss to Morocco on Thursday, 1 May, in the opener before falling 3-1 to Tunisia in their second clash on Sunday May 4, 2025.
a 3-2 loss to Morocco on Thursday, 1 May, in the opener before falling 3-1 to Tunisia
"We have tried our best to seal the loopholes at the back. It has been our main undoing so far. We could have done better in the situations which led to our opponents scoring, but we have since addressed that," he added.
The more fancied West Africans are second in group B with four points same as Morocco who battle Tunisia, and will also be looking for top spot with victory.
The top two teams from each of the three groups proceed directly to the quarter-final, with two third-best ranked sides, also saiilng through.
Kenya’s hopes were shattered after Zambia finished third in group A with five points to grab one spot, while Tunisia, who are on three points, holds a head-to-head advantage over stars.
Defending champions Senegal who are third in group C with 1 point stand a better chance if they beat top side DR Congo who are on four points same as Ghana.
Coach Babu will likely change his squad by bringing in fresher legs, but also maintain a tight defense to ensure they wind up with a win.
Goal keeper Cliff Oduor, will pave way for first choice Benard Jairo who was benched against Tunisia with an injury. Right-back, Baron Ochieng might be dropped after his poor show against Tunisia, while captain Amos Wanjala maintains his position at the heart of defense.
Winger Hassan Beja who has scored and assisted one goal will likely start alongside Aldrine Kibet at number 10, while two goals hero Lawrence Okoth will in get the nod at number nine.
Gor Mahia’s Mark Shaban who has not played in the tournament will be eyeing some minutes, alongside Kevin Oduor, Jackson Imbiakha, Kelly Madada, William Gitamu and Ezekiel Omuri.
The match kicks off at 6pm at the at the 30 June Stadium in Cairo.
