AFCON 2027 Qualifiers: Ronney Onyango Backs Kenya to Challenge South Africa in Double-Header

Kenya defender Ronney Onyango believes the Harambee Stars have enough quality to compete with South Africa as both nations prepare for a crucial 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying double-header.

The two sides will meet for the first time at Orlando Pirates' Amstel Arena on Friday, November 13, before facing off again in Kenya for the return fixture on Tuesday, November 17.

Onyango has been included in Benni McCarthy's final 24-man squad for the two matches and is confident his teammates can rise to the challenge posed by South Africa.

As reported by The Star Kenya, the 25-year-old acknowledged the strength of their opponents but insisted that Kenya must approach both games with belief in their own abilities.

"South Africa have a strong team, but we also have good players who can compete against them," Onyango said.

"We respect our opponents, but we must go into the matches believing in ourselves."