Kenya hosts Gambia in Nairobi in an all-important CAF World Cup Qualifying fixture. The Harambee Stars of Kenya are in fourth place in Group F, while the Scorpions of Gambia are one place behind the Kenyans. With Kenya six points behind the group leaders, a win will help them stay in the fight for qualification. The Gambians must win in Nairobi, as anything else will ensure they are mathematically out of the 2026 World Cup qualifying contest. The oddsmakers can't seem to separate the two sides, with the Harambee Stars marginal favorites to win.
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Kenya vs. Gambia Details
- Date: Friday, September 5, 2025
- Time: 15:00 EAT
- Venue: Moi International Sports Centre
Where to Watch Kenya vs Gambia Live on TV or Stream
| Country | TV Channel/Stream |
|---|---|
| UK | FIFA+ |
| US | FIFA+ |
| Canada | FIFA+ |
| Africa | Supersport |
Kenya vs Gambia Match Preview
Kenya: form and statistics
Benni McCarthy's Kenya has endured a frustrating World Cup qualifying. In six games, they have one win, three draws, and two losses. The Harambee Stars were beaten 2-1 by Gabon in their last game, with their sole victory coming against the Seychelles. A tough side to beat, Kenya has found it difficult to get wins of their own. They are too dependent on Captain and Striker, Michael Olunga, with South African coach Benni McCarthy in desperate need to find a system that can deliver the consistent wins.
Kenya Possible Starting lineup
Otieno; Onyango, Omurwa, Angembe, Ouma, Akumu, Abuya, Bajaber, Wilson, Avire, Olunga.
Bet on Kenya vs. Gambia with Bet365Gambia: form and statistics
The Scorpions of Gambia have one win from six in the qualifiers. Four losses and one draw mean that nothing short of a victory will give the Gambians a chance to stay alive in the competition. Brighton's Yankuba Minteh is highly rated in Gambia, with the winger scoring in the reverse fixture, which ended 3-3. Along with striker Musa Barrow, both of them are Gambia’s key actors.
Gambia possible starting lineup
Jarju; Nije, Sinyan, Colley, Ceesay, Bajo, Barry, Fadera, Minteh, Sowe, Barrow.
Kenya vs Gambia Match Prediction
This is a tough one to call as both sides have been poor. Too many draws mean that it is hard to pick a winner. Kenya is likely to win the game, with the support of the home crowd likely to play a crucial role in the match. The Harambee Stars are difficult to beat, and we cannot see a pathway for a Gambia victory. We predict a Kenya win.
Kenya vs Gambia Betting Odds
| Bookmakers | Kenya Win | Gambia Win |
|---|---|---|
| Bet365 | 2.50 | 2.70 |
| 1xbet | 2.73 | 2.9 |
| Betway | 2.60 | 2.85 |
