Former AFC Leopards forward Vincent Oburu will sit out of Zesco United’s Zambian Super League opener against Prison Leopards due to injury.Since extending his contract with the Zambian giants, Oburu has endured a spell on the treatment table and missed their pre-season clash against Azam FC in Tanzania.Former AFC Leopards hotshot Vincent Oburu signs three-year deal with Zesco UnitedThe two sides lock horns on Saturday 20 August with head coach Mumamba Numba confirming that Oburu alongside two other players will miss the clash but was impressed with the camaraderie in the squad.“The only players that are out are Chibwe, Sautu and Oburu due to injuries. The rest are ready for selection.There is unity in the team, and I think we need to use that when we face Leopards so that we can start on a high. It will be important for us to win our first game, especially that our objective is to retain the title. We really need to start with a victory because we have the players that can get us the results,” said Numba.##NAJAVA_MECA_6573797##Fellow Kenyan Ian Otieno is expected to start in goal despite Zesco United reinforcing the goalkeeping department with their new signing Cyril Chibwe still recovering from a back injury.Having surrendered the league title to Red Arrows last season, Numba is looking to recapture the crown after an impressive transfer window.Nightmare outings for Kenyan stars abroad“The team is ready for the competition and every player is looking focused for the league. To date we have seen a lot of progress from everyone.We had an exciting preseason with the new guys bringing some competition to the team. I think we are very happy with what we have seen so far and hope this is replicated when we meet Leopards tomorrow,” added Numba.
