Junior Starlets leave Uganda smiling after win

From left: The Junior Starlets Jenevive Mithel, Lyn Okumu, Lorine Ilavonga, Lindey Weey Atieno during their last training at The Mpesa foundation ahead of FIFA U17 Women's World Cup second-round qualifier against Uganda the host on March 5, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard]

After getting a bye in the first round of qualifiers thanks to their impressive show last year, Junior Starlets on Saturday began the road to the 2025 Fifa Under-17 Women's World Cup with a resounding 2-0 win over Uganda Teen Cranes.

The victory gives Starlets an upper hand ahead of the second leg tie to be played at home. Kenyans are looking to secure their second appearance having made their debut last year.