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2022 World Cup qualifiers: Fans will not attend Kenya versus Uganda – Mwendwa

The federation boss reveals to Goal why the opening fixture of the 2022 campaign will be played behind closed doors at Nyayo

Football Kenya Federation has confirmed the 2022 World Cup qualifying fixture between Kenya and Uganda will be played behind closed doors at Nyayo Stadium on Thursday.

The two East African rivals will face off in their 77th ‘Migingo derby’ after being pooled in Group E of the qualifiers alongside Rwanda and Mali.

Ahead of the match, FKF President Nick Mwendwa has clarified to Goal fans will not be allowed to attend because of the risks posed by the coronavirus pandemic in the country.