8Fans fill Kasarani Stadium to the brim for Kenya vs Morocco clash

Families strolled hand in hand past the turnstiles, children perched on shoulders and waving miniature Kenyan flags.

by CHARLENE MALWA

Sports11 August 2025 - 09:45

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With every passing minute, the crowd swelled, the air thick with anticipation for a fixture that could shape Kenya’s destiny in the tournament.
‎Those clutching tickets queued patiently under the relentless sun, while the early birds had long claimed their spots, draping the terraces in red, green, black and white, their chants and drumbeats rolling across the concourse.

Fans stream into the Moi Stadium, Kasarani/ HANDOUT

Sunday afternoon sunshine bathed the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, as fans streamed in for Harambee Stars’ CHAN 2024 Matchday Three clash against North African giants and two-time champions Morocco. ‎ ‎

With every passing minute, the crowd swelled, the air thick with anticipation for a fixture that could shape Kenya’s destiny in the tournament.

‎Families in replica shirts strolled hand in hand past the turnstiles, children perched on shoulders and waving miniature Kenyan flags.

“Today is family day,” smiled Mary Wanjiku, walking in with her two daughters, each draped in a red scarf. “Win or lose, they’ll remember this.” ‎

Those clutching tickets queued patiently under the relentless sun, while the early birds had long claimed their spots, draping the terraces in red, green, black and white, their chants and drumbeats rolling across the concourse. ‎

“We just want to push the boys all the way,” said Kevin Mwangi, a long-time Harambee Stars fan who came with his wife and two sons, both faces painted red, green, black and white. ‎“Morocco is tough, but today, we believe.” ‎

‎On the pitch, the green turf shimmered under the warm glare as team officials went through their final drills.

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‎In one corner, Morocco’s smaller but boisterous contingent thumped their drums and sang in Arabic, their red flags snapping in the breeze. ‎The North Africans carried themselves like champions, fresh from a 2-0 win over Angola in their opening clash.

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‎Kenya, unbeaten after edging DR Congo 1-0 and drawing 1-1 with Angola, were eager to keep their momentum rolling. ‎Stewards threaded through the aisles to keep order, while a brass band launched into rousing patriotic numbers, drawing pockets of fans into impromptu dance. ‎By 2:50 p.m., ten minutes to kick-off, the stadium had transformed into a living, breathing sea of colour.

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‎Kenyan flags fluttering, Moroccan banners aloft, and an atmosphere simmering with the promise of 90 minutes drenched in pride and passion.