Kenyan Elite Junior Academy (KEJA) began their CAF U17 Girls Integrated Football Tournament (GIFT) campaign in style, securing a dominant 6-0 victory over South Sudan’s City Lights FC on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at the Azam Complex.
Match Highlights
KEJA’s attacking prowess was on full display as they overwhelmed City Lights FC:
- Emily Adhiambo opened the scoring in the 9th minute, setting the tone for a commanding performance.
- Flevia Khatenje doubled the lead with a clinical finish in the 37th minute.
- Jane Sakwa extended the advantage with a strike in the 42nd minute.
- Joan Ogola contributed two goals, scoring in the 45+2’ and 81st minutes.
- An own goal by City Lights’ Alice Wilson in the 51st minute added to KEJA’s tally.
Tough Start for KAS
In contrast, the Kenya Academy of Sport (KAS) endured a challenging start, losing 3-0 to Tanzania’s JKT Queens in the tournament’s opening match on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, also at the Azam Complex.
Upcoming Fixtures
Both Kenyan teams will return to action on Friday, January 10, 2025:
- KEJA vs. JKT Queens: A top-of-the-table clash with significant implications for Group A leadership.
- KAS vs. City Lights FC: KAS will aim to bounce back and claim their first points in the tournament.
Group A Standings
- 1. KEJA: 3 points (+6 goal difference)
- 2. JKT Queens: 3 points (+3 goal difference)
- 3. KAS: 0 points (-3 goal difference)
- 4. City Lights FC: 0 points (-6 goal difference)
What’s at Stake?
With KEJA leading the group, their clash against JKT Queens could determine the frontrunner for a semifinal spot. Meanwhile, KAS will look to regroup and keep their tournament hopes alive.
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