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Why Benni McCarthy Beat Claude Makelele to the Harambee Stars Coaching Position

The article from MSN discusses the reasons behind the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) choosing Benni McCarthy over Claude Makelele for the head coach position of the Kenyan national football team, Harambee Stars. Despite Makelele's illustrious playing career and his experience as an assistant coach, McCarthy was favored due to his recent coaching achievements, including leading AmaZulu to a top-four finish in the South African Premier Division. McCarthy's familiarity with African football, his ability to develop young talent, and his tactical acumen were highlighted as key factors. Additionally, McCarthy's appointment was seen as a move to bring a fresh perspective and energy to the team, aiming to improve Kenya's performance in upcoming international competitions.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
[ https://www.msn.com/en-xl/sports/general/why-benni-mccarthy-beat-claude-makelele-to-the-harambee-stars-coaching-position/ar-AA1Ae40u ]