Kitara FC, the reigning Uganda Cup winners, have bolstered their squad with the signing of left back Oyirwoth Douglas on a year long contract.
He arrives from UPDF FC, where he spent the last four years honing his skills and showcasing his talent.
The defender reunites with Coach Brian Ssenyondo at Kitara FC. Ssenyondo is well acquainted with Douglas, having previously coached him at UPDF, Mbarara City, and Synergy FC.
‘I am glad to be a player of Kitara FC. I know the expectations are high but I also know my purpose here and hope to settle in well and deliver,” Oyirwoth said.
This longstanding relationship is expected to be pivotal in helping Douglas settle quickly and make an immediate impact.
Douglas is eager to put a challenging 2023/2024 season behind him. A knee injury sustained during a pre season friendly against Express at Wankulukuku sidelined him for the entire first round.
Despite this setback, he managed to make seven appearances in the second half of the season, playing a key role in UPDF FC’s battle to remain in the Uganda Premier League.
One of Douglas’s standout moments at UPDF FC was his stunning volley that secured a last-minute equalizer in a 1-1 draw against KCCA under the floodlights in Lugogo during the 2022/2023 campaign.
This moment of brilliance highlighted his potential and technical ability.