President William Ruto Commends Junior Starlets as They Depart for FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup

Nairobi, Kenya – President William Samoei Ruto has expressed his full support for Kenya’s Junior Starlets as they embark on their journey to the Dominican Republic for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2024. In a statement posted on his official Twitter account, President Ruto urged the young athletes to break new barriers and bring home the trophy, highlighting the historic significance of their participation in the tournament.

“Junior Starlets have our unequivocal support as they compete in the historic World Cup soccer. Make our country proud, break more barriers and come back home with the trophy,” President Ruto stated.

The Junior Starlets have our unequivocal support as they compete in the historic World Cup soccer. Make our country proud, break more barriers and come back home with the trophy.

Commissioned the Junior Starlets as they head to the Dominican Republic for the FIFA U-17 Women’s… pic.twitter.com/ETcX52df57

— William Samoei Ruto, PhD (@WilliamsRuto) September 18, 2024

The Junior Starlets were officially commissioned by President Ruto at a ceremony held at State House, Nairobi. The event underscored the government’s commitment to supporting youth sports and fostering national pride through international competition.

As Kenya prepares to make its mark on the global stage, the nation stands united behind its young athletes, hopeful for a successful campaign in the highly anticipated FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.