Harambee Starlets coach David Ouma has handed Essie Akida an upfront role in the squad that will take on Ghana at Africa Womens Cup of Nations encounter tonight.

Samartha Akinyi will be in goal guarded by Ann Aluoch and Weddy Achieng who will play in the back four alongside Elizabeth Obongo and Dorcas Shikobe.

The midfield has Caroline Anyango, Christine Wafuls while the attack will have Essie Akida and Mary Kinuthia on the flanks and Carazone Aquino will play behind Avilia.

Starting XI:
Samantha Akinyi, Ann Aluoch, Wendy Achieng, Elizabeth Ambogo, Dorcas Shikobe, Caroline Anyango, Esse Akida, Cherise Avilia, Corazone Aquino, Christine Nafula, Mary Kinuthia.

Subs from: Vivian Akinyi, Irene Ogutu, Jacky Ogol, Doris Anyango, Lilian Adera, Ogol Jacky, Lydia Akoth, Jepkirui Sharon Bushenei, Bundi Janet Moraa, Onyango Mercy Achieng