Kenya’s Harambee Stars will take on Chad’s Sao in an international friendly fixture this Saturday, with kickoff scheduled for 3:00 PM GMT at the Stade de Marrakech in Morocco.
The match is part of a rare doubleheader between the two national sides, offering both teams an opportunity to fine-tune their squads ahead of upcoming competitive fixtures.
While there will be no official broadcast through major sports networks, both federations are expected to provide live coverage through their digital platforms.
Supporters looking to follow the action live will be able to stream the match via the official social media accounts of the Kenyan and Chadian football federations.
Both federations are anticipated to go live shortly before kickoff, offering fans a direct way to engage with their national teams despite the match being played on neutral ground.
The choice of venue in Marrakech is part of a growing trend among African nations opting for international fixtures in North Africa, where facilities and climate conditions provide ideal preparation grounds.
For Kenya and Chad, this encounter presents a valuable chance to evaluate their squads, experiment with tactical systems, and build momentum heading into future international competitions.
Kenya’s Harambee Stars will be keen to use the fixture as an opportunity to solidify team cohesion following a period of transition. With several new faces expected to be included in the matchday squad, head coach Engin Firat is likely to test different combinations and offer playing time to emerging talent.
The team is currently in the process of building towards the next round of FIFA World Cup qualifiers, and every match in this window offers a critical chance for preparation.
For Chad, the match also comes at a crucial time as they continue their long-term rebuilding process. The Sao have been focusing on stabilising their squad and identifying players who can form the core of the team for future AFCON qualifying campaigns.
Head coach Mahamat Allamine is expected to use the opportunity to assess both local and foreign-based players, with an eye on performance and discipline.
Though labelled as a friendly, matches between African nations often carry competitive intensity, particularly when national pride is at stake.
The fixture will serve as an opportunity for both nations to not only sharpen on-field tactics but also engage their supporters through online platforms.
Fans are encouraged to monitor the social media handles of both the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) and the Chadian Football Federation (FTFA) for links and announcements related to the live stream.
Both federations have utilised digital streaming effectively in the past, ensuring that their fanbases remain connected, even when matches are played abroad.
As the Harambee Stars prepare to face Sao in Marrakech, football enthusiasts across Kenya, Chad, and beyond will be watching closely to see how the teams fare in this friendly contest. While the setting may be informal, the implications for squad selection, tactical direction, and international visibility are very real.
