Hussein Mohammed urges fans to back Harambee Stars ahead of FIFA Series 2026
Football Kenya Federation President Hussein Mohammed has rallied local football enthusiasts to rally behind the national women’s football team, Harambee Starlets, with just 16 days to go, as Nairobi gears up to host the 2026 FIFA Women’s Series at Nyayo Stadium.
The historic landmark event will see Kenya, Australia, Malawi and India compete in the country’s first-ever FIFA tournament in the Kenya’s capital. With the matches scheduled from Saturday, April 11, to Wednesday, April 15, 2026, the FKF boss has asked Kenyans to come out in droves and support the local girls as they face the world’s best on home soil.
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”It’s a proud moment for Kenyan football, and a great opportunity to rally behind the Harambee Starlets, save the dates.” Mohammed took to his social media pages on Thursday, March 26, 2026.
The tournament will kick off on Saturday, April 11, with two matches lined up at Nyayo Stadium. Harambee Starlets will face India at 6:00 pm in the day’s headline fixture, while Australia will take on Malawi earlier at 2:00 pm at the same venue.
Finals day
The tournament will conclude on Wednesday, April 15, with the third-place playoff set to be played at 2.00 pm, followed by the final at 6.00 pm to determine the inaugural FIFA Women’s Series champion.
Boost for Kenya’s football ecosystem
Hosting the FIFA Women’s Series provides Kenya with an opportunity to strengthen key areas of football development beyond match play.
The tournament will support growth in event organisation, operational planning, and match officiating, while also offering valuable experience in managing international competitions. This exposure contributes to building local capacity and aligning with global standards in tournament delivery.
FKF President Hussein Mohammed welcomed the development, noting its significance for the growth of the game in the country.
“Hosting this tournament is a big step for Kenya’s football. It not only gives our national team valuable international exposure but also strengthens our capacity to organise and deliver competitions at the highest level. We thank the Government for their support and collaboration in making this possible.”
The Cabinet Secretary for Sports, Salim Mvurya, also highlighted the importance of such opportunities in positioning Kenya on the global stage.
“Being able to host a tournament of this nature reflects the progress Kenya is making in sports development. It shows that we are moving in the right direction and strengthening our place on the global map. We appreciate the Federation’s alignment with the broader vision of growing sports in the country.”
For Harambee Starlets, the series presents a valuable chance to compete against diverse opposition and gain further international experience.
