Former Harambee Stars captain will not play for Harambee Stars despite being named in the latest squad.
Wanyama, who retired from international football in 2021, had been called up by recently appointed coach Benni McCarthy for the upcoming international friendlies against Chad.
However, in a statement released on Friday, May 30, Harambee Stars announced that Wanyama had opted out of joining the team, citing personal commitments.
Consequently, the team announced that Gor Mahia midfielder Austine Odhiambo took up Wanyama's place A photo of players from Kenya and Gabon lining up before their FIFA World Cup qualifier match with fans in the background at the Nyayo National Stadium on Sunday, March 23, 2025.
