- Gor Mahia handed major injury boost as Lewis Bandi returns to training ahead of upcoming fixtures, strengthening the squad options
- Bandi has not played any match since crossing from rivals AFC Leopards at the start of the season.
- Gor will host Tusker FC side at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani on Saturday.
Gor Mahia head coach Charles Akonnor has provided an update on his squad’s injury status, announcing that key player Lewis Bandi has returned to training ahead of a demanding schedule of 25/26 SportPesa League fixtures.
The sensational defender, who was signed this season from rivals AFC Leopards, is yet to make an appearance at his new club since sustaining an injury while on duty with the Harambee Stars.
This occurred during the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), co-hosted by Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania in August.
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Gor Mahia handed major injury boost ahead of Tusker clash
Speaking to the press on Friday after receiving the SportPesa League Coach of the Month award for October, the Ghanaian international delivered an encouraging report.
He noted that Bandi has already resumed training sessions following a lengthy period on the sidelines.
Akonnor emphasized the importance of managing his squad’s fitness during a congested week which features three fixtures starting on Saturday.
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Our players who have been with the national team have joined us today (Friday) and they are all okay. Lewis Bandi has also rejoined us this week. He has returned to training and everything is fine now,” the former Black Stars head coach stated.
“We believe everyone is fit, but we also have a plan for who will and will not play.”
It is going to be a busy week; we have another match on Tuesday, so we want to balance the team in terms of fatigue. Some have travelled long distances, and we will try to manage that,” he added.
The 51-year-old also hinted that to keep the squad fresh, he might alter the team’s formation for Saturday’s clash.
They host a formidable Tusker FC side at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, from 3:00 PM EAT.
Saturday’s match against Tusker is very important to us, and we may change our style of play. There is a probability we will rotate the squad,” Akonnor explained.
“With three matches in a week, we want to ensure the team remains energetic.”
This squad boost comes at an ideal time for K’Ogalo as they aim to extend their strong league run.
A victory on Saturday would strengthen their position at the summit of the table, where they currently lead with 16 points from five wins, one draw, and just a single loss this season.