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Kenya plays Madagascar today, August 22, in what is promising to be a key showdown at Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani.
For Kenya, this match carries added significance as they play in front of a home crowd, hoping to extend their fairy-tale run.
The Stars’ charge has been fueled by striker Ryan Ogam, who netted decisive goals against Morocco and Zambia in the group stage.
Victory over Madagascar would see Kenya book a place in the CHAN semifinals, a milestone that would mark one of the country’s best continental tournament runs.
Here are key highlights:
103'
Marvin Omondi attempted a deep pass, but Ryan Ogam was offside in Kenya's promising attack as they sought to score the first goal of the match. For now, the score remains tied at zero. The match is tied.
98'
A very even match in which both teams go on the attack and seek to open the scoring, but they are ineffective when it comes to finishing their moves despite their approaches to the opposing goals.
95'
Ben Omondi takes a good shot from mid-range, daring to strike powerfully with his right foot, sending the ball over the goal defended by Madagascar's goalkeeper.
He almost scores the second one in the match.
He almost scores the second one in the match.
FIRST EXTRA TIME BEGINS
We continue our live coverage of the Kenya vs. Madagascar match in the quarterfinals of the African Nations Championship. The first overtime period kicks off, which will determine who takes the lead in the series.
END OF THE MATCH
With the score tied at one goal apiece, we reach the end of our live broadcast of Kenya vs. Madagascar in the quarterfinals of the African Nations Championship. We will have a tiebreaker to determine the winner of the quarterfinal series.
88'
Marvin Omondi misses Kenya's first chance of the game, shooting over the bar with his right foot from the center of the box. Kenya are pushing forward and Madagascar are defending in the end of the match.
83'
Fenohasina Gilles Razafimaro's shot was deflected in a new attack by Madagascar, who sought to extend the visitors' lead with a right-footed shot from the right side of the box. Another chance in the match.
78'
Dangerous shot by Rijaniaina Randriamanampisoa, who dares to strike powerfully with his right foot, sending the ball over the crossbar defended by the Kenyan goalkeeper. Madagascar tries to score the second goal.
75'
Ben Omondi takes a shot from mid-range, daring to strike powerfully with his right foot, sending the ball over the goal defended by Madagascar's goalkeeper. Another attempt to break the deadlock.
69' GOOOOOOOOOAL
Lalaina Rafanomezantsoa got into a scoring position for Madagascar, lined up to shoot, and was brought down in the opponent's area. The referee awarded a penalty kick to Madagascar.
Fenohasina Gilles Razafimaro took the penalty kick and scored the equaliser with a powerful shot to the right.
6.04 pm
Lalaina Rafanomezantsoa tried to open the scoring for Madagascar, but was unlucky in her attempt. The Madagascar players tried to score the first goal of the match, but were unable to equalise the score.
6.00pm
A very even match in which both teams go on the attack and seek to open the scoring, but they are ineffective when it comes to finishing their moves despite their approaches to the opposing goals.
5.55 p.m
Marvin Omondi attempted a deep pass, but Ryan Ogam was offside in Kenya's promising attack as they sought to score the first goal of the match. For now, the score remains tied at zero. Kenia wins the match.
48' GOOOOOOOOOAL
Kenya scores thanks to Alphonce Omija. He had been close to the opponent's goal and finally managed to score at the start of the second half. The hosts deserve their lead, they have looked good so far and were causing problems for the visitors before the goal.
SECOND HALF BEGINS
After halftime, we come to the second half of our live coverage of the Kenya vs. Madagascar match in the quarterfinals of the African Nations Championship.
Who will come out on top of this match?
END OF THE FIRST HALF
The first half of the live match between Kenya and Madagascar in the quarterfinals of the African Nations Championship has ended. So far, there have been no goals and the match remains evenly balanced. We look forward to the second half.
5:45-HALF-TIME
Ends goalless
5: 43 PM
Rijaniaina Randriamanampisoa attempts a mid-range shot, powerfully striking the ball with his right foot and sending it over the crossbar defended by the Kenyan goalkeeper. Madagascar tries to score.
5:40 PM
Ben Omondi takes a shot from mid-range, daring to strike powerfully with his right foot, sending the ball over the goal defended by Madagascar's goalkeeper. Another attempt to break the deadlock.
5:35 PM
The pace of the game has slowed down, as has the intensity with which Madagascar started. Kenya now has control of the ball, and Madagascar is unable to finish its attacking plays against a team that is looking to improve its game to win the group.
5.30 pm
The game has been fairly even between the two teams, with little movement and no scoring opportunities for either side, so there has been little excitement in the stadium so far. This match is tied without goals.
5:26
A shot on goal in a very important moment
of the game. Lalaina Rafanomezantsoa tried to open the scoring for Madagascar,
but was unlucky. The Madagascar players try to score the first goal of the
match, without success.
5.20 pm
A very even match in which both teams go on the attack and seek to open the scoring, but they are ineffective when it comes to finishing their moves despite their approaches to the opposing goals.
5.15 pm
Ben Omondi takes a good shot from mid-range, daring to strike powerfully with his right foot, sending the ball over the goal defended by Madagascar's goalkeeper.
He almost scored the first goal in this match.
5: 11 pm
The pace of the game has slowed down, as
has the intensity with which Madagascar started. Kenya now has control of the
ball, and Madagascar is unable to finish its attacking plays against a team
that is looking to improve its game to win the group.
5:07 pm
A very even
match in which both teams go on the attack and seek to open the scoring, but
they are ineffective when it comes to finishing their moves despite their
approaches to the opposing goals.
5.03 pm
A good mid-range shot from Lalaina Rafanomezantsoa, who dared to strike the ball powerfully with her right foot. The ball entered the opponent's goal, but the goal was disallowed due to a teammate being offside.
1700Hrs-
The referee starts the game.
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Kenya’s
Starting XI
Goalkeeper Bryne Omondi of Bandari FC
starts between the posts, shielded by a defensive line of Abud Omar (Kenya
Police), Mike Evans Kibwage (Tusker), Alphonce Omija (Gor Mahia), and Alphas
Chris Onyango (Gor Mahia).
Midfield responsibilities will be shared by
Bonface Muchiri (Ulinzi), Lewis Bandi (AFC Leopards), and Ryan Ogam (Tusker).
In attack, Kenya fields Manzur Suleiman
(Gor Mahia), Stanley Okumbi Omondi (Gor Mahia), and forward Marvin Omondi
(KCB).
The bench includes experienced names such
as goalkeeper Shikalo Faruk (Bandari), Mohamed Siraj, Edward Omondi, Bryan Migiro,
Austine Odongo, Felix Oluoch, Juma Choka, David Nyongesa, Kevin Okumu, Daniel
Sakari, Sylvester Owino, striker Austin Odhiambo.
Madagascar’s
Starting XI
Madagascar, coached by Romuald Felix
Rakotondrabe, has named Randimbisoa Lalaina'arinjaka of Elgeco Plus as captain.
He will be supported by defenders Ranjanina Nicolas, Heriniaina Toky
Randriamampionona, and Rantelina Elysee Randriamampisoa.
Kenya's last five matches
Zambia 0 - 1 Kenya Aug. 17, 2025 African Nations Championship
Kenya 1 - 0 Morocco Aug. 10, 2025 African Nations Championship
Angola 1 - 1 Kenya Aug. 7, 2025 African Nations Championship
Kenya 1 - 0 Democratic Republic of Congo Aug. 3, 2025 African Nations Championship
Kenya 2 - 1 Chad June 10, 2025 International friendlies
Madagascar's last five matches
Burkina Faso 1 - 2 Madagascar Aug. 16, 2025 African Nations Championship
Madagascar 2 - 0 Central African Republic Aug. 13, 2025 African Nations Championship
Tanzania 2 - 1 Madagascar Aug. 9, 2025 African Nations Championship
Madagascar 0 - 0 Mauritania Aug. 3, 2025 African Nations Championship
Kenya's key player
Michael Olunga is the team's top scorer with 4 goals, while Erick Ouma Otieno ‘Marcelo’ leads in assists with 2 goal passes. Defensively, Kenya has conceded 1 goal in the league (average of 0.25) and 8 in the season (average of 1.33 in 6 games).
Madagascar key player
Rayan Raveleson leads with 4 goals and Loïc Lapoussin contributes with 2 assists. Defensively, Madagascar's numbers are as follows: 3 goals conceded in the championship and 6 in the 2025 season, resulting in an average of 1 goal conceded per game.
