Austin Odhiambo has warned that a slip against Madagascar could uncover flaws in Harambee Stars’ game despite their strong CHAN 2024 run.

Harambee Stars face Madagascar in their quarterfinal match of the African Nations Championship (CHAN 2024) on Friday, August 22, at 5 pm East African Time.

The match will be played at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, and Austin Odhiambo is backing Harambee Stars to win the match.

Harambee Stars have had a fine CHAN 2024 run so far, triumphing in the group stages with 10 points ahead of Morocco, who accumulated nine points.

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The two coaches, once teenage rivals and Porto teammates, reunite at CHAN 2024, now guiding nations with contrasting philosophies and friendship.

DR Congo finished fourth with six points, with Angola following with four points. Zambia rounded up their campaign with zero points, having lost all their matches.

Harambee Stars won their opening match against two-time champions DR Congo before battling Angola to a 1-1 draw, with Austin Odhiambo shining in both matches.

Ryan Ogam scored the winning goal as Harambee Stars reigned supreme over Morocco before he also scored the sole goal in their match against Zambia.

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The Harambee Stars defender has explained how the side have prepared for the test of Madagascar at Kasarani Stadium on Friday.

Gor Mahia attacking midfielder Austin Odhiambo has revealed that there is no room for complacency for Harambee Stars as they face their quarterfinal rival.

Austin Odhiambo pointed out that Madagascar are not an easy opponent since they have also made it to the quarters.

He added that despite their impressive show in the group stage, a loss to Madagascar might reveal some aspects of their playing style.

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The Harambee Stars coach has emphasised his long-term plans to help Austin Odhiambo, Manzur Okwaro, and other rising stars progress beyond CHAN 2024.

“Right now, we are not in a position to gauge how the teams we are playing against are because we have yet to play with them, and they are teams that won their group stage matches,” Austin Odhiambo said as per Habari 254tv.

“We need to concentrate more because this is not a typical group stage match. Our efforts in the group stage have been so immense that if we lose this match, it will show something that we were maybe lacking, but to me, we were not lacking.”

With their momentum high and confidence soaring, Harambee Stars will need focus and discipline to ensure their CHAN 2024 journey does not end prematurely, as Austin Odhiambo insists only a strong performance against Madagascar will keep their title hopes alive.