England-based striker delighted after joining father, brother in representing Harambee Stars
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Reading Time: 3min | Tue. 16.06.26. | 20:23
Reflecting on his international breakthrough, the forward admitted that representing Kenya was not something he had envisioned a year ago
Harambee Stars forward Micah Obiero has described his maiden call-up and debut for Kenya as the fulfilment of a family dream, after becoming the latest member of the Obiero family to represent the national team.
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The 25-year-old Wealdstone FC striker recently made his senior international debut during Kenya's two friendly matches against Lesotho in South Africa, capping off what has been a breakthrough year in his career.
Obiero made his first appearance for Harambee Stars as a second-half substitute in the opening fixture before making an even bigger impact in the second match, where he provided an assist as Kenya cruised to an emphatic 4-0 victory.
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The call-up came on the back of a stellar 2025/26 season in England. The striker finished as Wealdstone's top scorer with 19 goals in all competitions and was voted the club's Players' Player of the Season, recognition of his impressive development and consistency in front of goal.
Reflecting on his international breakthrough, Obiero admitted that representing Kenya was not something he had envisioned a year ago.
"Playing for Kenya wasn't on my mind back last summer, but I know my ability, and I've got confidence in my ability, so it's a very special moment," he said.
The opportunity carried extra significance for the forward as it allowed him to follow in the footsteps of his father, Henry Obiero, and brother, Zech Obiero, both of whom have previously represented Kenya.
"They called for me at Huddersfield, but it was very early then. Now I'm joining my brother and my father in representing Kenya, and that's something really for our family to be proud about," he added.
Obiero's international call-up came during a planned off-season trip to Kenya, where he had travelled to visit relatives in Bondo.
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What was initially intended to be a family visit soon turned into one of the most memorable moments of his football career.
"I flew back home to the UK after seeing family, then it was back to Kenya for two days with the squad before we flew to South Africa for the two games against Lesotho," he explained.
The striker also spoke about adapting to African football, highlighting its physical nature and tactical demands.
"You're all representing exactly the same cause as a national squad. The ambition is to represent your country well, and I'm so proud to do that with Kenya," he said.
"African football is very physical, with more challenges, but it's slower in general. It's more calculated, so you have to be even more ready to make the most of every moment."
Although he did not feature alongside his brother Zech during the friendlies, the achievement was celebrated throughout the Obiero family.
"Dad said to go out there and enjoy it. I'm sure he gave Zech the same advice for his debut not so long ago," Micah revealed.
"There's no competition between us; we're just amazingly proud of each other to be able to do what every player dreams about."
Obiero further described his Harambee Stars debut as one of the proudest moments of his career.
"My Kenya debut means the world to me. It's been a fantastic honour."
Having made his long-awaited international bow, Obiero will now be hoping to cement his place in Benni McCarthy's squad ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.
With Kenya set to co-host the continental showpiece alongside Uganda and Tanzania, the England-based striker will be eager to continue his rise and potentially represent Harambee Stars on African football's biggest stage.