Ochieng eager for action after freak accident

Former AFC Leopards forward Hansel Ochieng is looking forward to a return to action after fully recovering from injuries sustained in a road accident.

The skillful winger was involved in a grisly road accident in December 2022 along the Muhoroni-Kisumu highway, in which he sustained two broken ribs on the left side of his body, lost a heap of meat on his left leg, bruises, and cuts on his chest, shoulder, and head.

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After five months of treatment, Ochieng opens up about the incident and his healing process.

"I was on my way to Kisumu when this happened. I lost two ribs, a lot of flesh on my left knee, and sustained bruises on my chest and cuts on my head. I underwent surgery in January, and, thankfully, I managed to fully heal despite a lengthy period," he explained.

The midfielder admits he endured numerous challenges during his lengthy spell on the sidelines.

"This was new territory for me. I had never been involved in an accident, so it was a shocking experience that really got me scared. The recovery process has been difficult, but I am glad I have overcome that spell,” he added.

The former Sofapaka winger, who's currently a free agent, says he is eager to get back to action when the mid-season transfer window opens.

"I have been keeping fit by doing personal training in the gym and small-sided group training. I have never been in such a situation as being in a long spell without kicking the ball, but most importantly, health is wealth.

I am glad I recovered, and I am really eager to get back on the pitch. I look forward to hopefully securing a move during the upcoming transfer window and being able to do what I love doing," he concluded.