Key Takeaways
- Kenya’s women’s team rises five places to 128th in latest FIFA rankings.
- Strong performances in the FIFA Series, including a semi-final win over India, boost ranking.
- Kenya now sits second in CECAFA region behind Tanzania.
Kenya’s women’s national football team, the Harambee Starlets, have moved up to 128th in the newest FIFA Women’s World Rankings. The climb follows a solid run of form, including reaching the final of the first-ever FIFA Women’s Series held in Nairobi.
Despite losing 2-0 to Australia in the final, the Starlets earned praise for their overall display. A key result was their semi-final victory over India, who are ranked 69th in the world.
Coach Beldine Odemba’s side has collected valuable points in recent matches. Wins over Tunisia and The Gambia, along with the victory against India, have added to their ranking total. Even the loss to high-ranked Australia earned them a small points increase.
This marks a major turnaround from August 2024, when Kenya sat at 151st. The team has since climbed steadily, breaking into the top 135 by late 2025 and now reaching 128th—their best position in years.
In the CECAFA region, Kenya remains second behind Tanzania, who are 121st. Ethiopia and Uganda follow in third and fourth respectively.
The Starlets will now aim to carry this momentum into the upcoming Women’s Africa Cup of Nations as they push for a first-ever World Cup appearance.
