Benni McCarthy
United KingdomcoachMaleb. 19758.0Global Dominance: 0.01%Benni McCarthy is a former professional footballer from South Africa, known for his successful playing career with clubs like Porto, Blackburn Rovers, and West Ham United. He was a prolific striker for the South African national team, scoring 31 goals in 79 appearances. McCarthy has transitioned into coaching and has recently been appointed as the head coach of Kenya's national football team, Harambee Stars, with hopes of revitalizing the team's performance in upcoming tournaments.
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Benni McCarthy, a former South Africa striker, expressed a 'new lease of respect' for Cape Verde after their performance against Uruguay.
World Cup 2026: Cape Verde draw with Uruguay and near knockout qualificationUnited Kingdom· 2026-06-22
Benni McCarthy is the coach under whom Okwaro has been a constant selection for the Kenya national team.
Harambee Stars midfielder Manzur Okwaro gets grand welcome at former high school
Kenya· 2026-05-29
Benni McCarthy is mentioned as a legend who was made to look ordinary during a historic defeat in the Nedbank Cup.
Brandon Petersen and the heavy burden of defending the Nedbank Cup title – The Mail & Guardian
South Africa· 2026-01-16
Benni McCarthy is the all-time top scorer for South Africa in the Africa Cup of Nations.
كيف تشاهد مباراة منتخب الفراعنة وجنوب أفريقيا اليوم؟
Egypt· 2025-12-26
Benni McCarthy is the head coach of the Harambee Stars national football team.
For I know the plans I have for you...plans to give a futureKenya· 2025-11-16Harambee Stars coach Benni McCarthy has praised his team’s resilience after they battled to a narrow 1-0 victory over 10-man Burundi.
McCarthy hits out at Burundi as Stars shift focus to Ivory CoastKenya· 2025-10-11
Coach Benni McCarthy made an early change, bringing in Byrne Omondi.
Harambee Stars edge out 10-man Burundi in World Cup qualifiersKenya· 2025-10-09
Benni McCarthy is the coach of the team facing Burundi in the qualifiers.
Is this the moment Michael Olunga breaks Kenya's all-time scoring record?Kenya· 2025-10-07
Head coach Benni McCarthy unveiled his final list for the last two Fifa World Cup qualifiers against Burundi and Ivory Coast.
Austine Odhiambo returns to Harambee Stars squad for World Cup qualifiersKenya· 2025-09-28
Head coach Benni McCarthy has kept faith with most of the players who featured in the recent victories over Gambia and Seychelles.
Austine Odhiambo back in Harambee Stars squad for 2026 FIFA World Cup QualifiersKenya· 2025-09-26The defender asked Harambee Stars coach Benni McCarthy to leave camp ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers.
Harambee Stars defender Omija completes move to Tunisian club toile Sportive du SahelKenya· 2025-09-10
Benni McCarthy is the coach of the Harambee Stars.
Harambee Stars thrash Seychelles 5-0 in 2026 World Cup qualifiersKenya· 2025-09-09
Benni McCarthy is the coach of Kenya's national football team, Harambee Stars.
Will Harambee Stars sing the redemption song?Kenya· 2025-09-08
Benni McCarthy is the head coach of Harambee Stars, criticized for his squad selection during a crucial match.
Where it went wrong for McCarthy's Harambee StarsKenya· 2025-09-06
Harambee Stars head coach Benni McCarthy said his squad is fully prepared for the contest.
Kenyans bank on Kasarani fireworks ahead of Gambia tieKenya· 2025-09-05
After Firat’s exit, Benni McCarthy took over, guiding the team to a dramatic 3-3 comeback draw against Gambia before a 2-1 loss to Gabon in Nairobi.
Why playing at Kasarani will be magical for KenyaKenya· 2025-09-03
Benni McCarthy’s charges bagged mouth-watering amounts of cash with each win or draw, totalling to Sh5.5 million.
Harvest time for Harambee Stars playersKenya· 2025-08-28
Benni McCarthy is the head coach of the Kenya Harambee Stars and expressed pride in the team's achievements despite their exit from the tournament.
Kenyans hope Stars will lift themselves up after Chan exitKenya· 2025-08-24
Benni McCarthy, the head coach, sat silently during the penalties.
Black Friday Kenya's football fans will want to quickly forgetKenya· 2025-08-23
Benni McCarthy is the head coach of Harambee Stars.
Kenyans heartbroken as Stars lose to MadagascarKenya· 2025-08-23
Harambee Stars coach Benni McCarthy draws confidence from his side’s impressive performance at the group stage.
Moment of truth for Kenya against Madagascar in 2024 CHAN
Tanzania· 2025-08-21
Benni McCarthy is the head coach of the Kenyan national football team, Harambee Stars, and is hopeful of leading them to success in the African Nations Championship.
There's no looking back as McCarthy carries Kenya's hopeKenya· 2025-08-21
Benni McCarthy is the current head coach of Harambee Stars who believed in Boniface Muchiri and granted him a call-up to the national team.
How football got me out of povertyKenya· 2025-08-20
Guided by coach Benni McCarthy, Kenya impressed with their rock-solid defending.
East Africa makes history after qualifying for CHAN quartersTanzania· 2025-08-19
Benni McCarthy is credited with transforming the team's mentality.
From underdogs to title contendersKenya· 2025-08-19
Harambee Stars coach Benni McCarthy made key substitutions to inject fresh energy into the attack.
Harambee Stars top CHAN Group after Ogam goal vs ZambiaKenya· 2025-08-17
Kenya head coach Benni McCarthy might be tempted to schedule the next training session with only 10 starting players on the pitch.
How Jose Mourinho influenced McCarthy in defensive artistryKenya· 2025-08-12
Harambee Stars coach Benni McCarthy has a significant influence on the Kenyan team.
More millions in sight as Kenya makes Chan quartersKenya· 2025-08-11
Benni McCarthy is the head coach of the Harambee Stars and has trusted Owino with a starting position.
Rise of Kisumu's finest to Harambee Stars backline pillarKenya· 2025-08-11
McCarthy acknowledged the strength and organization of the Moroccan team ahead of their match.
CHAN-2024 : le Maroc va chercher la victoire face au Kenya (Sektioui)
Morocco· 2025-08-10
