Gor Mahia midfielder Lawrence Juma will be sidelined for at least four weeks after suffering a fractured forearm during Sunday’s FKF Super Cup clash against Tusker at Nyayo Stadium.Juma was forced off during the record champions’ 3-1 defeat, adding to a difficult afternoon for Gor Mahia, who were punished for a series of individual errors.##NAJAVA_MECA_9907220##Francis Oduor, Eugene Ikutwa and Ian Simiyu scored for Tusker.Ikutwa would turn from hero to villain as he turned the ball into his own net to hand Gor their consolation goal.The Mozzart Bet Cup winners went on to claim a statement victory as they began the new season strongly following a major squad overhaul.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsTusker signed 19 players after releasing a similar number during the off-season.Gor Mahia have now been dealt another blow in midfield, with club team doctor Brian Odongo confirming the extent of Juma’s injury after further medical assessment and imaging.“Lawrence Juma was referred to the hospital for further assessment, and imaging confirmed a fracture of the proximal radial diaphysis,” said Odongo.Akonnor identifies key area to fix after Gor Mahia’s Super Cup loss to TuskerThe diagnosis rules Juma out of contact training and competitive action for at least four weeks as he undergoes treatment and rehabilitation.“Lawrence will remain out of contact training and competitive football for four weeks as he focuses on recovery. Once healing is confirmed, he will begin a gradual return to play program under the guidance of the medical team,” added Odongo.Juma’s absence is a significant setback for Gor Mahia, particularly with the club set to begin their CAF Champions League campaign against Egyptian side Pyramids FC.TACTICAL ANALYSIS: How Tusker stifled Gor Mahia's midfield to claim 4th Super Cup titleThe midfielder will miss both legs of the preliminary-round tie, with the first leg scheduled for 6 September at Nyayo Stadium before the return fixture in Cairo on 13 September.He becomes the latest addition to Gor Mahia’s growing injury list, joining; Samuel Kapen, Felix Oluoch, Sylvester Owino and Patrick Essombe on the sidelines.The record Kenyan champions will therefore have to navigate the early stages of the season with a depleted squad as they balance their domestic and continental commitments.Ambani explains source of confidence ahead of AFC Leopards' new season
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