- Gor Mahia’s top scorer Felix Oluoch has been sidelined indefinitely with knee injury after being left out of the Bidco United win.
- According to team doctor Brian Odongo, Felix is suffering from patellar tendinopathy, an issue that has been a lingering concern.
- Oluoch is currently Gor Mahia’s top scorer with seven goals.
Gor Mahia have provided a comprehensive update on Felix Oluoch, with the striker set to be sidelined indefinitely after sustaining a knee injury that requires specialist attention, consultation, and careful management.
According to the club’s team doctor, Brian Odongo, Felix is suffering from patellar tendinopathy, an issue that has been a lingering concern. Odongo confirmed the diagnosis and outlined the recovery plan.
“Felix sustained a knee injury and has been diagnosed with patellar tendinopathy. He is currently undergoing medical management and physical rehabilitation,” Odongo told the club’s media.
Therefore, Olouch’s return to play will be determined by the pace of his recovery.
“The medical team will continue to monitor his progress closely, and his return will be determined based on his recovery and response to treatment,” he added.
Gor Mahia’s top scorer Felix Oluoch sidelined indefinitely with knee injury
Head coach Charles Akonnor emphasized Olouch’s importance to the squad while prioritizing the player’s health, explaining that he was sidelined for the match against Bidco United, where the team secured a narrow 2–1 comeback victory.
“Felix had to sit out during Saturday’s match because of the injury. I was briefed by the team doctor, and we will also be seeking a specialist opinion on the way forward. As it is, he can’t play,” said Akonnor.
“He is a very important player, and his wellbeing is key. We will take all steps to have him back in good shape.”
Olouch’s rehabilitation follows the injury he sustained even before the match against Mara Sugar, where he was forced to be substituted for Christopher Ochieng’.
Despite being replaced, he managed to score a goal in that fixture, and the team went on to win 3–0 at Nyayo Stadium.
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His absence comes at a critical moment for the club, which has been on a strong trajectory toward reclaiming the title.
Since joining this season from Posta Rangers, the 26-year-old has been the team’s top scorer with seven goals so far.
His tally includes a match-winning debut goal against KCB FC, his first strike in Gor Mahia colors, followed by another against his former side, Posta Rangers.
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He also found the net against Ulinzi Stars and reigning champions Kenya Police FC, came off the bench to score against Kariobangi Sharks, and netted a crucial equalizer against Murang’a SEAL in a 3–2 win, before adding another against Mara Sugar.
His closest challenger within K’Ogalo is Ghanaian Ebenezer Aduk-waw, who has five goals, while SportPesa League Player of the Month for October, Shariff Musa, has three.
An injury setback for Oluoch would be a blow for Gor Mahia as they push to maintain their impressive form.
They currently sit at the summit with 36 points, level with AFC Leopards, in their bid to reclaim the title this season.