NEC FC Trio In South Sudan Squad For World Cup Qualifiers.

NEC FC Trio In South Sudan Squad For World Cup Qualifiers.

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  • September 30, 2025
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South Sudan’s head coach, Nicolas Dupuis, has announced the provisional squad for the upcoming FIFA World Cup qualifying matches against Senegal and Togo.

Atendele receiving his Man of the match Award during UPL match last season- Photo courtesy.

Atendele Mawa, Innocent Ronald, and Dhata Joseph Stephen are three talented players from NEC FC, a team competing in the StarTimes Uganda Premier League.

These players have been selected for the South Sudan senior national team to face Senegal and Togo in the upcoming FIFA World Cup qualifiers. They recently showcased their skills in the CAF Confederations Cup match against Nairobi United FC.

Joseph Dhata – Photo Courtesy.

Matches Details
South Sudan vs Senegal: October 10th, 3:00 PM

South Sudan vs Togo: October 16th, 3:00 PM

The squad includes:
Goalkeepers: Majak Maling Mawith, Michael Marko Magut, Godwill Yugusuk Simon

Defenders: Samuel Taban Malis, Dhata Joseph Stephen, Pal Paul Puk, Toha Rashid Freedon, Atir Thomas Tom, Benjamin Laku Lotele, Okocha Rashid Thomas, Wani Ivan Adebo, Atendele Mawa

Midfielders: Chan Peter Deng, Mario Taban Cherelino, Joseph Malish Manase, Chol Peter Bentiu, Jackson Morgan Obede, Kur Kur

Forwards: Innocent Ronald, David Sebit Thong-Dhang, Okello Tito Lazarus, Ajack Riak, Pap Chol Majok, Keer Mangar Majak, Kuach Yuel, Ayom Majok

Innocent Media at Hamz stadium during the CAF Confederations Cup match against Nairobi United.

The inclusion of Atendele Mawa, Innocent Ronald, and Dhata Joseph Stephen in the South Sudan squad highlights their importance in the national team’s preparations for crucial FIFA World Cup qualifying matches.

Their experience in the CAF Confederations Cup and participation in the StarTimes Uganda Premier League will be valuable assets for the team.