Harambee Stars coach Francis Kimanzi is not changing his team as they take on Zimbabwe in a World Cup qualifier match at Nyayo National Stadium today.
Kimanzi said he was keeping faith with the same 18 players he had for selection during last weekend’s match against Guinea that Stars won 2-0.
He has also ruled out any radical changes in his starting line-up for today’s match saying it would not be wise to change a winning team.
"I am keeping the same players to be considered for selection. However, you should not expect any radical changes in the starting line-up," he told Sportfest in his last press conference before today’s match.
Stars also held their last training session Friday morning with all players involved.
"We are very lucky there are no injuries at all and we go into the match with a lot of enthusiasm and focus," the coach said.
Kimanzi while admitting that he does not know much about Zimbabwe’s Warriors said he is sure they will probably prefer to defend.
"I don’t know about our opponents but I predict their strategy will be to defend."
Kimanzi said a win for his team will help keep the group competitive and doesn’t not think playing before the home crowd will put a lot of pressure on his charges.
"The players coped with the atmosphere when we beat Guinea last weekend. I am confident of the same performance this afternoon," he said.
Later Friday afternoon, the team was given a luncheon and hair treat at the Unity School of Hair Dressing in Buru Buru.
They arrived at the school at noon where they were warmly received by students and staff before the sumptuous lunch.
After lunch, it was time to work on their hair and nails.
Paul Kanyi, a Director at Unity College said the treat was meant to show their support for the team.
Kanyi said they were happy to be associated with the team, which has done the country proud.
"We will continue to support this team to ensure that they do well in their matches," Kanyi said.
Kenya’s team will be picked from: Goalkeepers: Jacktone Odhiambo, Arnold Origi.
Defenders: John Njoroge, George Owino, Anthony Kimani, Edgar Ochieng, Joseph Shikokoti, Lloyd Wahome.
Midfielders: Austin Makacha, Kevin Ochieng, Osborne Monday, Titus Mulama, Robert Mambo, and McDonald Mariga. Strikers: Denis Oliech, Francis Ouma, Allan Wanga and Patrick Oboya.
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