This archive report was first published on 8 November 2019.
The Harambee Starlets national women's team kicked off their Olympics qualifying campaign with a thrilling 2-2 draw against Zambia at Kasarani Stadium on Friday, November 8, 2019.
Zambia's Rhoda Chilese opened the scoring in the 12th minute, but Harambee Starlets equalized through Martha Tembo's own goal at the half-hour mark.
Starlets took the lead again in the 74th minute through Vivian Odhiambo, but Zambia responded swiftly to level matters just a minute later.
The match ended in a 2-2 draw, setting up a crucial second leg for Harambee Starlets to qualify for the Olympics next year.
The team will travel to Zambia on Saturday ahead of the return leg on Monday.
Squads:
Harambee Starlets Starting XI: Annette Kundu (GK), Vivian Nasaka, Wincate Kaari, Dorcas Shikobe (C), Ruth Ingosi, Vivian Corazone, Elizabeth Wambui, Cynthia Shilwatso, Sheril Andiba, Mwanalima Adam, Janet Bundi
Substitutes: Judith Osimbo (GK), Monica Odato, Nelly Sawe, Lumasia Siliya, Lucy Akoth, Lydia Akoth, Jentrix Shikangwa, Topistar Situma, Mercy Airo
Zambia Starting XI: Natasha Hazel, Margaret Belemu, Marthe Tembo, Anita Mulenga, Mweemba Lushomo, Rhoda Chileshe, Zulu Misozi, Mary Mwakapila, Rachael Kundananji, Barbra Banda, Grace Chanda
Substitutes: Musole Ngambo, Mary Mulenga, Emeldah Musonda, Judith Zulu, Agness Musase, Annie Namonje, Vast Phiri, Hellen Mubanga, Rachael Nachula
