Kemboi to partner Oliech against Bafana Bafana

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Western Stima’s Wesley Kemboi and Thika United’s Francis Kahata have been named in Harambee Stars starting line up to face Bafana Bafana tonight, at Nyayo National Stadium.

The duo was named in Coach Henri Michel’s squad following their impressive performances in training sessions.

Ullensaker KISA’s keeper Arnold Origi has retained his place between the posts with Geoffrey Kokoyo, Eugene Asike, Brian Mandela and Christopher Wekesa safeguarding the defense.

Victor Wanyama will marshal the midfield alongside Peter Pinches Opiyo, Patrick Osiako and Kahata with Dennis Oliech partnering Kemboi upfront.

Starting XI: Arnold Origi (GK), Geoffrey Kokoyo, Eugene Asike, Brian Mandela, Christopher Wekesa, Victor Mugubi, Peter Pinches Opiyo, Patrick Osiako, Dennis Oliech (Cpt), Wesley Kemboi, Francis Kahata

Subs: Jerim Onyango, Edwin Wafula, James Situma, Osborne Monday, Ayub Timbe, Charles Okwemba, Moses Arita

The match will kick-off at 1900hrs local time.