Benni McCarthy has insisted that criticism from Harambee Stars supporters has little impact on him, despite facing growing scrutiny over his management of the national team.
Speaking to Sporty TV, McCarthy questioned whether some of those attacking him online would be willing to work under similar circumstances, particularly when payments remain outstanding.
He revealed that the technical team had not received salaries for three months, while ongoing disputes have also affected the availability of players for national team duty.
According to the former South Africa international, some footballers have chosen not to join the squad because of unresolved issues, forcing him to consider alternative options.
McCarthy's comments come after a difficult September-October international window in which Harambee Stars players staged a go-slow over unpaid allowances.
The dispute disrupted preparations for the 2027 AFCON qualifiers against Eritrea and Guinea.
Kenya drew 1-1 with Eritrea at Nyayo Stadium before suffering a 1-0 defeat away to Guinea, results that intensified criticism of the coach.
Despite acknowledging that supporters have the right to question the team's performances, McCarthy said he was not prepared to let social media comments affect his work.
He also pointed out that he was coaching a country that was not his own and said he was undertaking the responsibility without payment.
The South African is now preparing for a demanding assignment against Bafana Bafana.
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