Malkia Strikers head coach Geoffrey Omondi has exuded confidence in his team's ability to defeat Egypt and book a ticket to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.The two teams are set to lock horns in the 2026 CAVB Women's African Nations Volleyball Championship on Friday, 4 September at the Kasarani Indoor Arena in Kenya from 1800 hrs (EAT).Download Our MozzartSport App For More NewsKenya made it to the final after sweeping past Cameroon in the semi final match played on Thursday 3 September, the same day Egypt overcame Rwanda by a similar scoreline to set the stage for the anticipated high octane clash.Speaking ahead of the final, Omondi was bullish over his side's ruthlessness in front of the home crowd.##NAJAVA_MECA_9930453##“A very tough opponent again, very tactical but we are up to the task. We have a plan. We have seen them play, including against Rwanda and have picked some notes. The final might be a very different ball game. All we are asking is for the fans to fill the arena and support the girls,” said Omondi.2028 Los Angeles Olympics spot at stake as Malkia Strikers face EgyptReflecting on the win over Cameroon, Omondi acknowledged the West Africans’ quality but attributed the win to the confidence offered to his troops“It was a tough match. Cameroon was not a pushover but after we won, we realized it was easy. They came with power but we subdued them.It is about giving the players confidence and everybody knowing that if they play well, they will get an opportunity to play. This encourages players to give their bet because if you are good enough, it will be noticed,” he stated.On her part, Kenya’s Opposite hitter and crowd sensation Terry Tata is banking on the team's preparations and fan support to clinch the 11th African Nations title.“We are very ready for the final. We have prepared adequately with the help of our coaches and we are determined to ensure the title remains in Kenya.We are asking the fans to support us even more in the finals. Their voice has been a major factor for our wins,” said Tata.
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