Gor Mahia have suffered another injury setback after forward Samuel Kapen was ruled out for the remainder of 2026 following surgery on a right knee injury.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsKapen sustained an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear during Gor Mahia’s CECAFA Kagame Cup campaign in Rwanda, with the injury occurring in their encounter against Djibouti side Garde Républicaine.CAF advertises tenders for 2027 Africa Cup of Nations in Kenya, Uganda and TanzaniaThe forward has since undergone successful surgery and is now facing a lengthy rehabilitation spell, with the club confirming that he is expected to spend at least six months on the sidelines.“Kapen has successfully undergone surgery following the injury he sustained at the CECAFA tournament in Rwanda; the recovery period is expected to keep him out of action for at least six months.##NAJAVA_MECA_9921704##“Quick recovery, Kapen!” Gor Mahia said in a statement shared on their social media platforms.The latest setback effectively rules Kapen out for the rest of 2026, with his anticipated return to competitive action now projected for February 2027, subject to his rehabilitation progress.TACTICAL ANALYSIS: A look at Harambee Stars forward's impressive maiden start against Real MadridKapen’s injury compounds an already growing fitness concern at the record league champions, who have also been forced to cope with the absence of influential midfielder Lawrence Juma.Juma, the former Sofapaka captain, suffered a fractured forearm involving the proximal radial diaphysis during Gor Mahia’s FKF Super Cup defeat to Tusker. He is expected to miss at least four weeks of competitive action as he recuperates from the injury.##NAJAVA_MECA_9921698##The double injury blow comes at an inconvenient time for Gor Mahia, who are preparing for a demanding 2026/27 campaign that will require depth across all departments.The reigning FKFPL champions are set for a busy schedule, with domestic and continental commitments placing significant demands on the squad.Modern technology used to install hybrid grass at Talanta Stadium [VIDEO]Gor Mahia will begin their CAF Champions League campaign as Kenya’s representatives in continental inter-club football against Egyptian powerhouse Pyramids FC, while domestically they will be tasked with defending their league crown and challenging for the Mozzart Bet Cup.Kapen’s prolonged absence is particularly significant for a Gor Mahia side expected to compete on multiple fronts.##NAJAVA_MECA_9922021##His attacking contribution will now have to be covered by the club’s available forwards, while Juma’s absence leaves another gap to be addressed in midfield.
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