Kenya vs Lesotho Live Score, Result & Lineups Pre-World Cup Friendly
Kenya vs Lesotho live score coverage is for a Pre-World Cup Friendly on Sunday, June 7, 2026, with kickoff set for 3:00 PM SAST / 9:00 AM ET / 1:00 PM UTC / 2:00 PM BST / 6:00 PM PKT at Lucas Masterpieces Moripe Stadium in Pretoria, South Africa. Kenya are not in the World Cup 2026 field, but McCarthy is using this rematch to test the group before AFCON 2027 planning.
Lesotho arrive after drawing 1-1 with Kenya on June 4, when Thabo Makhele cancelled out Frank Odhiambo’s early opener. This Kenya vs Lesotho live score article covers score, result, team news, lineups, match stats, and highlights.
Kenya vs Lesotho Match Details
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | Kenya vs Lesotho |
| Competition | Pre-World Cup Friendly |
| Date | Sunday, June 7, 2026 |
| Kickoff | 3:00 PM SAST / 9:00 AM ET / 1:00 PM UTC / 2:00 PM BST / 6:00 PM PKT |
| Venue | Lucas Masterpieces Moripe Stadium, Pretoria, South Africa |
| Capacity | 28,900 |
| Kenya FIFA Ranking | 111th |
| Lesotho FIFA Ranking | 145th |
| Kenya WC Status | Not qualified for World Cup 2026 |
| Lesotho WC Status | Not qualified for World Cup 2026 |
| Kenya Manager | Benni McCarthy |
| Lesotho Manager | Bob Mafoso |
| Referee | yet to be confirmed |
Kenya vs Lesotho Live Updates
The match starts at 0 – 0 before kickoff. Goals, cards, substitutions and the full-time result should be treated as confirmed only after the match state changes.
Kenya vs Lesotho Team News
Lesotho Team News
Lesotho remain under Bob Mafoso, who took the senior job in February after working inside the Likuena setup before his return from club football in Namibia. His latest wider squad work has leaned toward local-league players, and LeFA’s May update pointed to a broader player pool with only a small foreign-based core. That makes this second Kenya friendly another selection test rather than a settled first XI.
The 1-1 draw on June 4 gave Lesotho useful evidence before the rematch. Thabo Makhele scored the equaliser after Kenya had led through Frank Odhiambo, while the squad kept enough structure to avoid being opened up late. Mafoso should still protect the central lane first, because Kenya created the better early rhythm in Pretoria.
Kenya Team News
Kenya are working through a reshaped June squad under Benni McCarthy. KBC reported that Job Ochieng, Ryan Ogam and Byrne Omondi dropped out of the group, while Amos Nondi, Kelly Madada and Brian Bwire came in. The window gives McCarthy room to test new players before Kenya turn attention back toward AFCON 2027 planning.
The June 4 match also changed the selection picture. Frank Odhiambo scored his first senior international goal, Eric Ouma returned after a long Achilles layoff, and Tuko reported senior debuts for Micah Obiero and Caleb Kramer. Kenya should rotate some minutes, yet McCarthy still needs a sharper final-third display after the first meeting ended level.
Kenya vs Lesotho Recent Form
Kenya’s recent form has moved between promise and frustration. The 3-0 win over Grenada showed a higher attacking level, but the losses to Estonia, Senegal and Equatorial Guinea still weigh on the overall picture. The June 4 draw with Lesotho made this rematch a useful pressure test.
Lesotho have taken small steps under Mafoso. A win and a draw against Seychelles in March preceded the 1-1 draw with Kenya, and the side has become more comfortable defending long spells. Their main issue remains chance volume, because Likuena often need set pieces or second balls to score.
| Team | Date | Opponent | Competition | Result | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenya | June 4, 2026 | Lesotho | Friendly | Draw | 1-1 |
| Kenya | March 30, 2026 | Grenada | FIFA Series | Win | 3-0 |
| Kenya | March 27, 2026 | Estonia | FIFA Series | Loss | 0-1 |
| Kenya | Nov. 18, 2025 | Senegal | Friendly | Loss | 0-8 |
| Kenya | Nov. 14, 2025 | Equatorial Guinea | Friendly | Loss | 0-1 |
| Lesotho | June 4, 2026 | Kenya | Friendly | Draw | 1-1 |
| Lesotho | March 29, 2026 | Seychelles | AFCON qualifier | Win | 2-1 |
| Lesotho | March 26, 2026 | Seychelles | AFCON qualifier | Draw | 0-0 |
| Lesotho | Nov. 18, 2025 | Malawi | Friendly | Loss | 0-1 |
| Lesotho | Nov. 15, 2025 | Malawi | Friendly | Draw | 0-0 |
Projected Lineups
Official starting XIs are usually confirmed close to kickoff. The projected XIs below reflect the June 4 match pattern, available squad notes and the tactical shape most likely to fit the rematch. The card can sync toward official team-sheet data if FIFA publishes lineups before kickoff.
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4-2-3-1Lesotho
4-2-3-1Kenya vs Lesotho H2H Record
Kenya lead the verified senior H2H record with four wins, while Lesotho have one win and five matches have ended level. The June 4 draw kept Lesotho unbeaten in the last two completed senior meetings, which adds bite to the rematch. Kenya still own the stronger long-term record and the biggest win in the series.
The H2H record also shows a low-scoring pattern. Five of the ten verified meetings finished either level or by a single goal, so the first goal in Pretoria should change the rhythm. Kenya need to score early without losing defensive shape, while Lesotho can keep the match alive by slowing transitions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Kenya vs Lesotho live score?
The match is pre-match, so the live score is 0 – 0 until verified match data changes.
Are Kenya vs Lesotho lineups confirmed?
No. Official starting XIs are yet to be confirmed.
When is Kenya vs Lesotho?
Kenya vs Lesotho is scheduled for Sunday, June 7, 2026.
Where is Kenya vs Lesotho?
Kenya vs Lesotho is being played at Lucas Masterpieces Moripe Stadium in Pretoria, South Africa.
What is the Kenya vs Lesotho H2H record?
Kenya have four wins, Lesotho have one win, and five verified senior meetings have ended as draws.
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