Masoud Juma

Masoud Juma
Born	(1996-02-03) February 3, 1996 Isiolo, Kenya
Occupation	Professional footballer
Years active	2014–present
Known for	Forward for Nejmeh SC and Kenya national team

Masoud Juma Choka (born 3 February 1996) is a Kenyan professional footballer who operates as a forward for Nejmeh SC and represents the Kenya national team.

Early development

Originating from Isiolo, Juma's football journey began at Tumaini Primary School. He captained Isiolo Barracks Secondary School to victory in the Coca-Cola/AFCO Inter-military Schools Championship, where he was named tournament MVP after netting five goals. Concurrently, he competed for Isiolo Youth FC, a team in the fifth-tier Kenyan County Champions League. After a brief stint with FKF Division One side Kambakia Christian Centre FC, he returned to Isiolo Youth FC in February 2014.

Professional trajectory

Juma was identified by Kenyan National Super League club Shabana during a talent scouting event in Kasarani. He impressed by scoring five goals within three months of the 2014 season, earning comparisons to renowned Kenyan striker Dennis Oliech. That summer, he secured a two-year contract with Kenyan Premier League outfit Bandari. Despite a strong start in 2015, an ankle injury shortly after his selection for the Kenya U23 sidelined him for five months. Upon his return in September, he contributed to Bandari's fourth-place league finish and scored in the 2015 FKF President's Cup final, helping them clinch a 4–2 win over Nakumatt.

In early 2016, limited opportunities at Bandari due to new arrivals prompted Juma to seek a move. He transferred to SoNy Sugar in June and marked his debut goal against Western Stima. His remarkable goalscoring form attracted attention and led to a call-up to the senior national team under coach Stanley Okumbi.

January 2017 saw Juma join newly promoted Premier League side Kariobangi Sharks. He netted five goals during the 2017 President's Cup campaign, including a brace in the semi-finals that propelled the Sharks to their inaugural final appearance, where they were defeated by A.F.C. Leopards. That season, he earned the Premier League Golden Boot with 18 goals as Kariobangi Sharks secured third place.

In mid-2017, Juma underwent trials with Swedish clubs AIK and Jönköpings Södra, followed by an assessment period with South African team Bidvest Wits, before officially joining Cape Town City on 2 January 2018.

On 22 September 2018, Juma moved to UAE-based club Dibba Club. Subsequently, on 26 February 2019, he signed with Libyan champions Al-Nasr Benghazi.

On 29 January 2023, Juma secured a loan move from Difaâ Hassani El Jadidi to Saudi Arabian side Al-Faisaly. Later, on 8 July 2023, he penned a deal with Saudi club Al-Jabalain.

By December 2024, Juma joined Iranian outfit Esteghlal FC competing in the Persian gulf pro league, departing at the conclusion of that season.

In September 2025, he signed for Lebanese Premier League club Nejmeh SC ahead of the 2025–26 campaign. Recently, coming off the bench, he contributed both a goal and an assist in a 3–1 victory over Shabab Al Sahel.

International career

During his time with Bandari, Juma received a call-up to represent Kenya's under-23 national team for the 2015 African Games qualifying rounds. Unfortunately, he was unable to participate due to an injury he sustained in a Premier League encounter.

Juma's debut for the senior national team came in June 2017 in a 2019 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against Sierra Leone. Although he was in the starting lineup, supporters expressed disappointment over an early missed opportunity, with some suggesting that a more seasoned striker such as Stephen Waruru might have been a preferable choice.

Two months later, he appeared for the second time in an international friendly facing Mauritania, where he scored a header in the 58th minute. However, this fixture was not officially recognized as a full international match since Kenya fielded a 'B' squad composed of domestically based players.

International

Kenya
Year	Appearances	Goals
2017	7	3
2019	2	0
2020	3	1
2021	4	1
2023	6	3
2025	5	0
Total	27	8

International goals

(Kenya's score is listed first in the results)

Goal	Date	Venue	Opponent	Score	Result	Competition
1.	31 August 2017	Adrar Stadium, Agadir, Morocco	MTN	1–0	1–1	Friendly
2.	3 December 2017	Bukhungu Stadium, Kakamega, Kenya	RWA	1–0	2–0	2017 CECAFA Cup
3.	17 December 2017	Kenyatta Stadium, Machakos, Kenya	ZAN	2–1	2–2 Template:Pen	2017 CECAFA Cup
4.	11 November 2020	Moi International Sports Centre, Nairobi, Kenya	COM	1–1	1–1	2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualification Group G
5.	29 March 2021	Stade de Kégué, Lomé, Togo	TOG	2–0	2–1	2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualification
6.	16 October 2023	Mardan Sports Complex, Aksu, Antalya	RUS	2–1	2–2	Friendly
7.	16 November 2023	Stade de Franceville, Gabon	GAB	1–0	1–2	2026 FIFA World Cup qualification – CAF Group F
8.	20 November 2023	Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium, Abidjan	SEY	3–0	5–0	2026 FIFA World Cup qualification

Honours

Bandari

• FKF President's Cup champion: 2015
• Kenyan Super Cup winner: 2016

Esteghlal

• Iranian Hazfi Cup titleholder: 2024–25 season

Kenya

• CECAFA Cup winner: 2017

Individual

• Top scorer in the Kenyan Premier League: 2017

Personal life

Juma is an avid supporter of Arsenal F.C..