SPIRE’s Mwanakombo Bakari Represents Kenya at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup

SPIRE Academy midfielder Mwanakombo Bakari took the field in Morocco wearing No. 11 for Kenya, representing her home country at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.

Bakari traveled from the United States to join Kenya’s Junior Starlets ahead of the tournament. Named to head coach Mildred Cheche’s final roster, she earned a starting spot against the United States on Oct. 22 at the Mohammed VI Football Complex in Salé, Morocco. Kenya’s Group E schedule also included matches against China PR and Samoa.

Starting a World Cup match for her home country was a milestone for Bakari and a proud moment for the SPIRE soccer community. Congratulations, BK!