The decisive goal came in the 75th minute and ignited a wave of cheer among fans.
Striker Ryan Ogam, with calm composure, converted a precise pass from Boniface Muchiri before drilling a low finish past goalkeeper Charles Kalumba.
Harambee Stars players interact with fans after beating Zambia at Kasarani on August 17, 2025 / CHARLENE MALWA
Harambee Stars edged Zambia 1–0 in a tense African Nations Championship (CHAN) Group A match at Kasarani Stadium.
The decisive goal came in the 75th minute and ignited a wave of cheer among fans.
Striker Ryan Ogam, with calm composure, converted a precise pass from Boniface Muchiri before drilling a low finish past goalkeeper Charles Kalumba.
Harambee Stars Striker Ryan Ogam who scored the lone goal against Zambia in the Group A match of the CHAN 2024 at Moi Stadium Kasarani on August 17, 2025/ CHARLENE MALWA
The goal sealed Kenya’s top spot in the group and ensured a quarter-final tie at home against Madagascar.
Fans exploded in joy both in the stands and across the country.
Supporters erupted in celebrations, united in the shared thrill of the moment.
Harambee Stars Goal Keeper Farouk Shikalo celebrates after his team won their final Group A match against Zambia at Moi Stadium Kasarani on August 17, 2025/ CHARLENE MALWA
Fans at Kasarani Stadium on August 17, 2025 / CHARLENE MALWAFans at Kasarani Stadium on August 17, 2025 / CHARLENE MALWAPlayers during the Harambee Stars vs Zambia match at Kasarani on August 17, 2025 / CHARLENE MALWAZambia's Goal Keeper Charles Kalumba (18) catches the ball during their Group A action against Harambee Stars at Moi Stadium Kasarani on August 17, 2025/ CHARLENE MALWA