In the world of football, injuries are an inevitable part of the game; however, beyond the physical pain and medical procedures, the mental and emotional toll of rehabilitation can be just as challenging.One player who knows this struggle all too well is KCB FC’s defensive stalwart, Haniff Wesonga.Why Mohammed Bajaber foresees ‘bright future’ under Benni McCarthyThe 22-year-old centre-back suffered a Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) tear in his right knee while representing Harambee Stars at the Mapinduzi Cup back in January.The injury sidelined him for three months, forcing him to undergo surgery and an intense rehabilitation process.##NAJAVA_MECA_8779945##But while the pain and physiotherapy were expected challenges, it was loneliness that proved to be the hardest battle.Speaking in an interview with Mozzart Sport, Wesonga opened up on the emotional toll of being away from the pitch.Former Gor Mahia defender switches clubs in Sweden”It has been a frustrating moment, mostly because I can’t live the normal life I was used to. Staying indoors, away from the game and my teammates, has been one of the most challenging aspects,” he admitted.With just three weeks remaining before he gets the all-clear to return to action, Wesonga is eager to lace up his boots once again.##NAJAVA_MECA_8779944##His absence was felt in KCB’s matches, especially given his key role in the team’s strong start to the FKF Premier League season, where they topped the table for seven weeks under coach Patrick Odhiambo.”I feel good knowing I’ll soon be back on the pitch. I’ve missed kicking the ball, and I’m working patiently and eagerly on my return so I can rejoin the team,” Wesonga expressed.TACTICAL ANALYSIS: Kakamega Homeboyz’s four main attacking movesBeyond his personal comeback, the former Samitsi FC player has his sights set on an even bigger goal—winning the Mozzart Bet Cup.KCB came agonizingly close to clinching the title last season, only to suffer a heartbreaking 9-8 defeat on penalties to Kenya Police FC in the final.##NAJAVA_MECA_8779943##Now, with the team already through to the Round of 16 after a tense penalty shootout victory over Harvest of Hope Africa (HOHA), Wesonga believes this could be their moment.”Once I’m given the green light to play, my main target is to help KCB win the Mozzart Bet Cup. Last season’s final was painful, but I believe we have a realistic chance to go all the way and restore last year’s heartache,” he affirmed.
