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Olunga: Why Kashiwa Reysol striker will miss Kenya vs Comoros double-header

Kenya international striker Michael Olunga will miss the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against Comoros.

The Harambee Stars, under the tutelage of coach Francis Kimanzi, are scheduled to play Comoros in Nairobi on November 9 before clashing with the islanders in Moroni four days later.

However, Goal now understands Olunga, who is currently enjoying a good spell with Japanese top-tier side Kashiwa Reysol, will not be able to travel for the two matches, as well as the planned friendlies against Zambia and Sudan.

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A source close to the player has confirmed to Goal Kashiwa Reysol are not ready to release Olunga for the international assignment as the player will miss seven matches should he travel to Kenya owing to the coronavirus pandemic restrictions.