Former Harambee Stars coach, Jacob 'Ghost' Mulee believes the national team can progress to the quarter final stage despite landing in a 'difficult' group.
Kenya was on Friday evening pooled against Senegal, Algeria and Tanzania. Many observe that Sebastien Migne's side can only get a good result against neighbors Tanzania.
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Kenya was on Friday evening pooled against Senegal, Algeria and Tanzania. Many observe that Sebastien Migne's side can only get a good result against neighbors Tanzania. Radio Jambo
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Ghost however holds a different opinion; the tactician who was in charge when Stars last appeared in the AFCON in 2004 believes Kenya can earn a quarter final slot.
"Football is not logic the World Cup proved so. It all boils down to preparations and the frame of mind on the day.
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Harambee Stars financial worries are over now the focus is one winning the games there is where we are. I believe second round is achievable, "he said.
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Mulee, who was a keeper during his playing days believes Ulinzi Stars keeper and captain James Saruni deserves a slot in the AFCON squad.
Ethiopia based, Patrick Matasi is the current Stars first choice custodian while Bandari'd Farouk Shikalo is second choice.
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Sharks' duo of John Oyemba and Brian Bwire are expected to fight for the final AFCON slot.
"Saruni of Ulinzi l also feel deserves a place at Afcon," he added.
Kenya is expected to pitch camp in France in readiness for the competition.
Story by Teya Kevin, TUKO Correspondent.
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