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Gor Mahia set to miss midfield maestro for Posta Rangers clash
05th March, 2026 01:10 PM
Record Kenyan Premier League champions Gor Mahia will miss the services of midfield maestro Lawrence Juma for the Thursday, March 5, 2026, clash against Posta Rangers owing to an injury.
Based on the club statement released a few hours before kickoff, Gor Mahia confirmed the absence of Juma but did not share key details regarding the injury.
Juma ruled out
”Lawrence Juma is sidelined for today’s match due to an injury sustained; we wish him a quick recovery,” the statement said.
This comes as another blow to the league leaders, as forward Felix Oluoch is set to face a lengthy spell on the treatment table, as the talisman has been ruled out for up to three months following a knee operation, an absence that will likely extend until the start of the next season.
The club’s medical team on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, confirmed the procedure on the player, who has netted seven goals this campaign to lead K’Ogalo’s scoring chart. Team doctor Brian Odongo provided details on the nature of the injury and the recovery timeline ahead.
Oluoch sidelined
“Felix Oluoch successfully underwent knee surgery for an osteochondral injury and torn meniscus yesterday. He is stable and is expected to return to play in 12 weeks, depending on his rehabilitation progress and recovery milestones achieved,” Odongo stated.
The new development now leaves a significant gap in the team’s attacking department, and with the transfer window shut, head coach Charles Akonnor is turning to the players at his disposal.
The responsibility of leading the line now falls squarely on the shoulders of Ebenezer Assifuah. Akonnor stressed the need to keep the striker fit as the team navigates a crucial phase of the season.
“Felix is now out and probably until next season. We are now left with Ebenezer Assifuah as the main striker, and we have to manage him well so that we go about the remaining matches without a major setback,” Akonnor said.
Looking ahead, the former Ghana international hinted at reinforcements once the transfer period resumes. He emphasised the need to strengthen the squad to compete at higher levels. “We may have to add another striker when the window opens as we aim to up our standards for bigger stages,” he added.
Gor Mahia will take on the Mailmen on Wednesday afternoon at the Nyayo National Stadium seeking to extend their lead at the summit of the Football Kenya Federation Premier League table.
