Austin Odhiambo Otieno scored a solitary goal as Kenya defeated double champions, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) at the Africa Nations Championships (CHAN) match played at the Kasarani stadium.
The Gor Mahia striker scored in the added minutes of the first half to seal a 1-0 victory for Benni McCarthy side in pool A encounter.
Rated top after winning two titles, in 2009 and 2016, The Leopards ill be seeking their third title in the East Africa Pamoja tournament.
This was a positive note for Harambee Stars who are making their maiden appearance at the biennual championships against two time champions DRC.
With much tension for home team after conceding in the opening minutes through Jephte Kitambala that was later cancelled by the VAR after a foul on Sylvester Owino, it was time for redemption, which they did.
South African referee Jelly Chavani to consult VAR and disallow the goal due to a foul in the buildup on the goal.
The win not only meant crucial three points but ensured the players earn Ksh. 1 million each as promised by President William Ruto, who watched the match live.
On Saturday, Ruto promised the team Ksh. 1 million (each player) for every win in the tournament. After the match, the president went straight to the dressing room to congratulate Harambee Stars
The goal erupted into celebration, with Kenyan fans jubilant over the history-making moment.
Austin Odhiambo Otieno scored a solitary goal as Kenya defeated double champions, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) at the Africa Nations Championships (CHAN) match played at the Kasarani stadium.
The Gor Mahia striker scored in the added minutes of the first half to seal a 1-0 victory for Benni McCarthy side in pool A encounter.
This was a positive note for Harambee Stars who are making their maiden appearance at the biennual championships against two time champions DRC.
With much tension for home team after conceding in the opening minutes through Jephte Kitambala that was later cancelled by the VAR after a foul on Sylvester Owino, it was time for redemption, which they did.
South African referee Jelly Chavani to consult VAR and disallow the goal due to a foul in the buildup on the goal.
The win not only meant crucial three points but ensured the players earn Ksh. 1 million each as promised by President William Ruto, who watched the match live.
On Saturday, Ruto promised the team Ksh. 1 million (each player) for every win in the tournament. After the match, the president went straight to the dressing room to congratulate Harambee Stars
The goal erupted into celebration, with Kenyan fans jubilant over the history-making moment.
With this win, Harambee Stars top pool A with 3 points and a goal before Angola play Morocco at Nyayo stadium at 18:00 hours.