Kabene , Mato and Najjemba: Ugandan Players Deliver Stunning Performances Overseas.
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Kabene , Mato and Najjembe: Ugandan Players Deliver Stunning Performances Overseas.
Ugandan Players Shine Across the Globe: A Roundup of Recent Performances

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Ugandan footballers have been making waves in various leagues around the world, with impressive performances in North Macedonia, Tunisia, Egypt, Ethiopia, and beyond. Here’s a detailed summary of their recent achievements:
North Macedonia: Rogers Mato on Fire
- Rogers Mato scored his 11th league goal as FK Vardar secured a 2:1 win over Pelister on Wednesday.
- Mato had previously scored a goal as Vardar FK claimed a 3-1 victory over Tikves on Sunday.

- He is now level with the current leading topscorer, Bassirou Compaore of FK Struga, with 12 goals each.
- Vardar FK remains at the top of the board with 33 points after 13 rounds.
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Red-hot Kabene Slyvia was introduced in the 72nd minute and scored a goal as her side Hibernians Poala defeated Valleta 7-0 in Assikura Women’s League taking are tally to six goals in three matches.

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Tunisia: Travis Mutyaba’s Solid Performance
- Travis Mutyaba played 74 minutes as CS Sfaxien claimed a 1-0 victory over Olympique Beja on Wednesday.
Egypt: Joseph Ochaya’s Assist
- Joseph Ochaya provided an assist as Arab Contractors shared spoils with Smouha SC, drawing 1-1 on Thursday.
- Joachim Ojera also featured in the encounter.

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Ethiopia: Allan Kayiwa’s First Goal of the Season
- Allan Kayiwa scored his first goal of the season as Ethiopia Medhin beat Hadiya Hosana 2-1 in the Ethiopia Premier League on Wednesday.
- Simon Peter Oketch scored a goal as Commercial Bank defeated Diredawa 2-0
- Allan Kayiwa featured for Ethiopian Insurance as they drew goalless with Arbraminch on Saturday.

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Romania: Elio Capradossi’s Full-Time Appearance
- Elio Capradossi played full-time as Universitatea Cluj defeated Metaloglobus Bucharest 3-1 on Friday.
- He was cautioned in the 73rd minute.
England League One: Nathan Assimwe’s Introduction
- Nathan Assimwe was introduced at the restart of the second half as AFC Wimbledon suffered a 5-0 loss to Peterborough away from home.
- Toby Sibbick played full-time as Burton Albion claimed a 2-1 victory over Bradford City FC.

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Tanzania: Khalid Aucho’s Captaincy
- Khalid Aucho led Singida Black Stars as captain, sharing 1-1 with Peter Lwasa’s Pamba FC.
- Mukwala Steven played full-time as Simba SC claimed a 2-1 victory over JKT Tanzania.
Scotland: Late Introductions
- Uche Mubiru Ikpeazu was introduced in the 81st minute as St Johnstone shared spoils with Dunfermline, drawing 2-2 in the Scottish Championship.
- Jordan Obita was introduced in the 85th minute as Hibernian put three past St Mirren in the Scottish Premiership.

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Russia: Fauzia Najjemba’s Goal
- Fauzia Najjemba scored a goal as Dinamo Moscow shared spoils with Ryazan, drawing 1-1 in the Russia Supreme Division Women.
- She was assisted by the Russian midfielder Kristina Komissarova.
- Dinamo Moscow sits 7th on the board with 37 points from 24 rounds.
Kenya: Denis Iguma and Edward Masembe Feature
- Denis Iguma featured for Tusker FC as they claimed a 1-0 victory over Bidco away from home.
- Edward Masembe featured for APS Bomet as they shared spoils with Mathare United, drawing 1-1.
- Sam Ssenyonjjo was an unused substitute as AFC Leopards lost 2-0 to Mara Sugar.
UEFA Conference League: John Paul Dembe’s Goal
- John Paul Dembe scored a goal as Haken Bollklubben lost 2-1 to Strasbourg.
USA: MLS Nextpro Cup Winners
- Ibrahim Kasule and Steven Sserwadda’s New York Red Bulls II won the MLS Nextpro Cup.

Czech Republic: Aziz Kayondo’s Brief Appearance
- Aziz Kayondo featured for 16 minutes as Slovan Liberic thrashed Karvina 6-0.
- Kayondo sustained an injury, leading to his substitution.
DR Congo: Goalkeeper Saidi on the Bench
- Goalkeeper Saidi was on the bench as AS Vita Club defeated AS Dauphin Noir.
Zambia: Keziron Kizito’s 80 Minutes
- Keziron Kizito played 80 minutes as Kansanshi Dynamos claimed a 1-0 victory over Nchanga Rangers.
