This archive report was first published on 16 December 2019.
Published on December 16, 2019, Kenya's junior women's football team, the Starlets, secured a crucial 3-2 win over Burundi in the Cecafa Under 17 Women Challenge Cup, keeping their title chances alive.
Kenya's Anna Arusi scored a hat-trick in the first half, with Burundi's Mutoni Stephie and Lydia Karenzo scoring in the 5th and 46th minutes respectively.
"My defence line was highly challenged today because I never expected us to concede any goals but I'm glad that we are still in the race and are now clear on our game plan for the final match," said junior Starlets coach Jackline Juma.
Kenya currently sits third in the standings with 7 points from two wins, one draw, and a loss. Hosts Uganda top the standings with 10 points, two ahead of second-placed Tanzania.
The junior Starlets face an uphill task against Uganda in their last match on Tuesday, where they will be looking to win with at least a 10-goal margin to emerge champions.
