Kakamega Homeboyz have been dealt a significant injury blow ahead of their crucial Mozzart Bet Cup quarter-final clash against Nairobi United, with club captain Moses Mudavadi ruled out with a thigh injury.Follow Our WhatsApp Channel For More NewsThe influential midfielder sustained a left thigh sprain that saw him miss the recent 1-0 victory over Bandari and the goalless draw against Sofapaka.##NAJAVA_MECA_8894520##Despite resuming training earlier in the week, Mudavadi suffered a relapse in his recovery, dashing hopes of a return in time for the high-stakes encounter.Mudavadi’s absence comes as a major setback for the 2023 Mozzart Bet Cup champions, who are looking to replicate their title-winning run and secure a second cup triumph two years apart.His leadership and experience have been instrumental throughout the campaign, particularly his match-winning goal against Shabana in the round of 16 that secured Homeboyz’s passage into the quarter-finals.TACTICAL ANALYSIS: Nairobi United, Kakamega Homeboyz’ weaknesses ahead Mozzart Bet Cup quartersSpeaking to Mozzart Sport, Homeboyz head coach Francis Baraza expressed his disappointment over losing his captain at such a critical juncture but remained optimistic about the rest of his squad.”It is a big blow to the team to miss the services of Captain Moses Mudavadi,” Baraza acknowledged.“He has been very instrumental for the team, and we hoped we could have him for tomorrow’s match. Unfortunately, he suffered an untimely setback in his recovery.”Despite the setback, the tactician maintained confidence in the depth of his squad, stating,“I am, however, confident in the rest of the playing unit and those who will be called upon to fill the void.”Police respond to attack on Daily Nation journalist at Dandora StadiumThe quarterfinal pits AbanaBeingo against Naibois, a side that has earned the reputation of cup specialists, having eliminated both Tusker and KCB via post-match penalties.Aware of the threat posed by their opponents, Baraza emphasised the importance of securing victory in regular time.”We are facing a bogey side; they have been in stellar form, and the results speak for themselves. But this is a cup game, and we want it more; thus, we are going all out for a win in normal time,” he noted.##NAJAVA_MECA_8893978##The Homeboyz-Nairobi United clash will set the stage for the day’s second quarter-final, featuring Kariobangi Sharks and Gor Mahia.
