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Harambee Stars forw*rd Masud Juma provides injury update after surgery

Thursday, April 4th, 2024 10:25 | By
Harambee Stars striker Masud Juma in a training session. PHOTO/FKF/Facebook
Harambee Stars striker Masoud Juma in a training session. PHOTO/FKF/Facebook

Harambee Stars forward Masud Juma has provided an update on his recovery progress after undergoing surgery for an Achilles tendon injury sustained almost two months ago.

Juma, who suffered the injury in January, recently took to social media to share his milestone achievement of being able to walk again.

Juma's rehab

Expressing gratitude for the support and prayers he has received, Juma acknowledged the challenging journey ahead in his rehabilitation but expressed confidence in overcoming it.

Joash Onyango (left) vies for the ball against Masud Juma during a past Harambee Stars training. Onyango has been recalled to the team and Masoud axed. PHOTO/RODGERS NDEGWA

"It's a special day for me as I walk again 60 days after my surgery. The journey has now begun. It's a tough one, but I am sure I will be up to it. Thank you all for your prayers and support. I am humbled,” read his update on Social Media.

The Kenyan forward, born and raised in Isiolo, has had a remarkable journey in football, starting from his days at Tumaini Primary School and later leading his Isiolo Barracks Secondary School team to success in the Coca-Cola/AFCO Inter-military Schools Championship.

His talent was further recognized when he joined FKF Division One club Kambakia Christian Centre FC before eventually making a mark at Shabana FC during a national talent search.

Juma's professional career saw him play for various clubs, including Bandari in the Kenyan Premier League, where he showcased his scoring prowess and contributed significantly to the team's success.

Juma part of Harambee Stars

His performances earned him call-ups to the Kenyan national under-23 team and later the senior national team, making his debut in a 2019 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against Sierra Leone.

Harambee Stars in a training session in Malawi. PHOTO/(@Harambee__Stars)/X
Harambee Stars in a training session in Malawi. PHOTO/(@Harambee__Stars)/X

Despite facing criticism from fans early in his international career, Juma proved his capabilities with a goal in a friendly against Mauritania.

His journey has taken him to various clubs across different continents, including stints in South Africa, Libya, and Saudi Arabia.

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