Historic Victory for Harambee Stars
Kenya delivered a spirited performance at Nairobi’s Kasarani Stadium on Friday, defeating continental heavyweights Morocco 1-0 in a thrilling CHAN 2024 encounter. Ryan Ogama’s clinical first-half strike proved decisive as the co-hosts weathered a numerical disadvantage to secure a vital three points.
Ogama Shines Amid Drama
The match turned in the 42nd minute when Tusker FC forward Ogama showcased dazzling footwork to evade defenders before slotting a low drive past Morocco’s goalkeeper. However, Kenya’s momentum suffered a blow just before halftime as Chris Erambo received a straight red card for a reckless tackle.
Defensive Masterclass Seals Win
Morocco dominated possession after the break but found Kenya’s reshaped defense impenetrable. Goalkeeper Bryan Omondi earned Man of the Match honors with a string of vital saves, including a fingertip stop in the 78th minute. Kenya nearly doubled their lead late through Abdallah Sakari, but his angled shot was parried away.
The match saw late controversy when VAR overturned a Kenyan penalty award, instead granting a free-kick at the edge of the box that Morocco cleared off the line.
Group A Standings Shift
With this result, Kenya tops Group A with seven points from three matches, while Morocco remains third with three points. Attention now shifts to Nyayo Stadium, where DR Congo and Angola will battle to keep their tournament hopes alive.
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