Ibrahim Magandaazi has already settled in well at Kitara and is enjoying playing for the team in the on going Uganda premier league.
The soft spoken defender has only been in Hoima for less than four months following his arrival from UPDF in June but has blended in well with the team and cemented a place in the starting lineup.
Not only has he played all the three matches for the Royals in the league but has also formed a good partnership with Benjamin Nyakoojo.
Magandaazi was named the man of the match in the Royals’ 1-2 league victory over SC Villa at Wankulukuku last month. He further helped his side to keep a clean sheet at home against UPDF before picking their third straight win away at the Gaddafi Arena to end September unbeaten.
The center back who previously had stints at Tooro United, Mbarara City and Arua Hill opened up via an interview with the club’s official website on what has helped him settle in.
Magandaazi said: “I really feel a part of the squad, I don’t feel like I’m a new player. I found familiar faces like Okwalinga, Yiga, Ssemugabi, among others who are not only my friends but also former teammates. We understand each other so well while the other players I found here welcomed me well.”
“The fans are so amazing and passionate; they give us a positive vibe during training and game days which every player enjoys. This environment is very special.”
When asked about what has kept him in good shape, he added: “I’m trying my best to do extra training and hopefully I can become better and help my team have a really good season.”
Meanwhile, Magandaazi was quizzed on his toughest adversary, and reckons Frank ‘Zaga’ Tumwesigye is a formidable foe when the pair came up against each other.
He revealed, “I think Zaga is the opponent that gives me tough time to defend. He’s skillful, quick and tough to take the ball away from.”
The Brian Ssenyondo coached side are currently on top of the 16 teams log and will host KCCA after the international break at the Masindi stadium on October, 20.