Kenya reach Cecafa quarters

Ten-man Kenya reached the quarter finals of the Cecafa Senior Challenge Cup on Saturday after defeating Ethiopia 2-0 in Nairobi.

An early goal from John Barasa and Allan Wanga's late strike sealed the win for the host nation in the Group A game.

But Harambee Stars defender James Situma was sent off in the 85th minute for his second bookable offence of the game.

The win means Kenya finished second in the group with six points and will face defending champions Uganda in the quarter finals.

"The result will definitely inspire the boys against the Ugandans," Kenya coach Twahir Muhiddin said.

Uganda advanced to the last eight, holding Zanzibar to a goalless draw on Saturday to finish top of Group C with seven points.

Rwanda continued their good showing in the tournament after beating Zimbabwe 1-0 in Group B on Saturday to clinch top spot.

Ndayishime Yusuf's 10th minute strike was enough to clinch the victory.

Eritrea finished second in the group and ended Somalia's stay in the competition after defeating them 3-1.

The competition continues on Monday when Kenya take on Uganda before Zambia play Zanzibar in the last eight.

Tuesday's matches will see Tanzania facing Eritrea while Rwanda take on Zimbabwe.