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Kenya’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification hopes suffered a major setback after a 2-1 defeat to Gabon at a packed Nyayo Stadium. The Kenya vs Gabon World Cup Qualifier saw Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang score twice for Gabon before Michael Olunga pulled one back for Kenya in the second half.

With this win, Gabon now leads Group F with 15 points, while Kenya remains in fourth place with 6 points. With four matches remaining, Kenya’s World Cup dream now hangs in the balance.

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Kenya vs Gabon World Cup Qualifier: Match Highlights & Key Moments

First Half: Gabon Strikes Early, Kenya Hits the Post

The game started with Kenya dominating possession (53%), but it was Gabon who struck first.

⚽ 16 - Goal! Aubameyang Scores for Gabon

• A defensive error allowed Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang to break through and slot past Patrick Matasi, giving Gabon a 1-0 lead.

🔥 43 - Olunga Hits the Post!

• Kenya’s captain Michael Olunga came agonizingly close to equalizing, but his powerful strike hit the post, leaving 30,000 fans in Nyayo Stadium in disbelief.

Second Half: Gabon Extends Lead, Kenya Fights Back

⚽ 52 - Aubameyang Converts a Penalty

• Gabon doubled their lead after a controversial penalty. Aubameyang stepped up and coolly slotted home, making it 2-0.

⚽ 63 - Olunga Pulls One Back!

• Kenya finally found the net when Michael Olunga finished a brilliant team move to make it 2-1.

Despite Kenya’s 13 attempts (5 on target), Gabon’s defense held firm, securing a crucial win in their bid for a first-ever World Cup qualification.

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What This Means for Kenya’s World Cup Hopes

📌 Gabon takes a huge step forward, leading Group F with 15 points.
📌 Kenya remains in 4th place with 6 points, with four matches remaining.
📌 Benni McCarthy’s Harambee Stars must now win all remaining games to stand a chance.

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Full Match Stats: Kenya vs Gabon

📊 Possession: Kenya 53% - Gabon 47%
📊 Shots: Kenya 13 (5 on target) - Gabon 7 (3 on target)
📊 Fouls: Kenya 10 - Gabon 12
📊 Corners: Kenya 4 - Gabon 3

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Final Thoughts: Can Kenya Still Qualify?

With four games remaining, Kenya’s World Cup dream is fading, but hope is not lost. They need a perfect run of wins and favorable results from other teams to keep the dream alive.

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