10-man Harambee Stars battle to draw with Angola in CHAN Group A clash

Kenya and Angola in action at Kasarani Stadium in Nairobi. [Stafford Ondego, Standard]

Ten-man Harambee Stars have held Angola to a 11 draw in their African Nations Championship (CHAN) Group A match on Thursday, August 7, at Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani in Nairobi.

Angola took the lead in the seventh minute through Jó Paciência after a quick counterattack exposed Kenya’s defence.

Five minutes later, Kenya levelled when Austin Odhiambo converted a penalty following a foul by an Angola defender.

Marvin Omondi received a straight red card in the 21st minute for denying a clear goalscoring opportunity.

Despite the disadvantage, Harambee Stars regrouped and defended resolutely for the remainder of the match to secure a draw on home soil.

Kenya had opened the tournament with a 10 win over DR Congo.

Angola lost their opener 20 to Morocco and needed to bounce back.