- The Kenya vs Madagascar head-to-head record shows the two teams have met 11 times in history, dating from 1972 to the present.
- Their most recent duel was an international friendly in 2019 at the Stade Robert Bobin in Bondoufle, France, which Kenya won 1-0.
- The two will be meeting on Friday for the quarterfinal of CHAN 2024 at Kasarani Stadium from 5:00 pm EAT.
The men’s national team, Harambee Stars, will take center stage on Friday, August 22, when they face off against Madagascar in the African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024 quarterfinals.
The match will be held at Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, kicking off at 5:00 PM EAT.
In their debut campaign, the Harambee Stars defied expectations to finish top of Group A, overcoming two-time champions DR Congo and Morocco, as well as Angola and Zambia.
They amassed 10 points from three wins and one draw, securing the privilege of hosting the crucial knockout fixture on home soil.
Meanwhile, Madagascar emerged second in Group B, behind Tanzania, who co-hosted the group alongside Uganda and Kenya.
The Barea are no strangers to the continental stage and they’re making their second CHAN appearance, having impressed in the 2022 edition, where they clinched third place.
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As Kenya eyes a historic semifinal berth, Madagascar will be determined to build on their past success and push beyond their previous finish.
Here, the SportPesa Blog dives into the head-to-head record and past encounters between these two sides.
Kenya vs Madagascar head-to-head record
Kenya and Madagascar have clashed 11 times in their history, dating from 1972 to the present.
Madagascar has historically held the upper hand, securing victory in five of these encounters. Kenya has emerged triumphant on four occasions, with two matches ending in a draw.
Their most recent duel was an international friendly in 2019 at the Stade Robert Bobin in Bondoufle, France, which Kenya won 1-0. The decisive goal came from the penalty spot, converted by Victor Wanyama.
Summary
- Previous Meetings: 11
- Kenya Wins: 4
- Draws: 2
- Madagascar Wins: 5
Match history table for Kenya vs Madagascar head-to-head record
| Date | Venue | Result | Score | Competition |
| 17 May 1972 | Kenya | Loss | 1–3 | International Friendly |
| 29 Apr 1979 | Madagascar | Loss | 0–4 | International Friendly |
| 07 Dec 1980 | Madagascar | Loss | 0–4 | – |
| 19 Jul 1981 | Kenya | Win | 1–0 | Indian Ocean Games |
| 23 May 1983 | Kenya | Loss | 1–2 | International Friendly |
| 28 Mar 1987 | Kenya | Win | 2–0 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 12 Apr 1987 | Madagascar | Loss | 1–2 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 05 Aug 1987 | Kenya | Win | 2–1 | African Games |
| 03 Oct 1998 | Kenya | Draw | 1–1 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 20 Jun 1999 | Madagascar | Draw | 1–1 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 07 Jun 2019 | (France) | Win | 1–0 | International Friendly |
With an evenly matched history and both teams brimming with ambition, this quarterfinal promises to be a hotly contested encounter as each side vies for a coveted semifinal slot.
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