- Harambee Stars captain Michael Olunga has stated that becoming Kenya’s all-time top scorer is not among his immediate priorities.
- Olunga is just two goals away from becoming the men’s national team’s all-time leading scorer.
- Kenya prepares for their final Group F 2026 World Cup qualifier matches against Burundi and Ivory Coast.
- He currently sits second, tied with Dennis Oliech on 34 goals, and trails the long-standing record of 35 goals held by William Ouma by just one goal.
Harambee Stars captain Michael Olunga has said that becoming Kenya’s all-time top scorer is not an immediate priority, but rather a dream he hopes to fulfill in the near future.
Olunga is just two goals away from becoming the men’s national team’s leading scorer. He currently sits in second place, tied with Dennis Oliech on 34 goals, and is just one goal behind the all-time record of 35 goals held by William Ouma.
This follows the Al Arabi striker’s brace in the September 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Seychelles, when Kenya secured a commanding 5-0 victory.
As the team heads into their final Group F matches – dead rubbers against Burundi and Ivory Coast, Olunga has a chance to claim the record.
Michael Olunga calm over impending scoring Harambee Stars record
If he scores at least two goals this October, he will make history. However, he has stated that this milestone is not his primary focus, emphasizing that his main goal is to lead the team in every way he can.
Honestly, that is not something I’m thinking about. The most important thing right now is to work hard and try to help the team as much as possible, whether by scoring, defending, or being there to lead the other players.
It’s not really on my mind, but of course, it would be a nice achievement,” Olunga said during the team’s first training session on Monday at the Police Sacco Grounds.
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The former Girona player clarified that while he is in no rush, it remains a hopeful ambition and a dream for any dedicated player.
It is a fine achievement that any player would want. I look forward to one day becoming the all-time top scorer, but achieving that requires a lot of hard work. It’s a dream for every player,” he added.
Currently fifth in the group with 9 points, the Harambee Stars will be looking to finish their qualification campaign on a positive note, as their dreams of progression are no longer within reach.
The Benni McCarthy-led side will first face Burundi on October 9, 2025, at the Intwari Stadium, with kick-off set for 4 PM EAT.
They will then wrap up their campaign against Ivory Coast on October 14, 2025, at the Alassane Ouattara Stadium, kicking off at 10 PM EAT.