Kenya international Patrick Matasi believes lack of experience cost Harambee Stars in the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations held in Egypt.
The East Africa side was placed in Group C alongside eventual winners Algeria, finalists Senegal and neighbours Tanzania. The custodian reveals preparations for Africa's elite competition was on top-notch but being first timers played a part in their struggles.
"The preparations ahead of the qualification matches for the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations finals were always top-notch right from our first match against Sierra Leone," Matasi told reporters.