KCCA FC have strengthened their defensive selections ahead of the 2026/27 season after ending the signing of defender Maxwell Owachgiu on a two-year contract.
Owachgiu joins the Lugogo-based membership from Buhimba United Saints FC, having beforehand cherished a worthwhile spell at Kitara FC, the place he captained the membership to the 2024 Uganda Cup title and featured inside the 2024/25 CAF Confederation Cup qualifiers.
The switch moreover reunites the defender with KCCA head coach Brian Ssenyondo, who beforehand labored with him all through their time collectively at Kitara.
Ssenyondo believes the expert defender will add prime quality and administration to his squad.
“Maxwell is a participant whose work ethic and self-discipline I do know inside out. He brings quite a bit to this aspect, along with administration qualities. Signing him on a two-year deal ensures us a confirmed winner who understands the stress of competing on the best stage in Ugandan soccer,” Ssenyondo acknowledged.
Speaking after signing his contract, Owachgiu expressed his delight at changing into a member of the 13-time Uganda Premier League champions.
“Turning into a member of KCCA FC is a big step in my career, and it’s an honour to placed on this shirt. I’ve carried out in opposition to this membership many events, and I do know the necessities of excellence the followers demand. Reuniting with some avid gamers I’ve carried out with sooner than, along with Coach Brian, is unbelievable. I’m proper right here to work exhausting, defend the badge, and win with my mates,” he acknowledged.
Owachgiu turns into KCCA’s third signing of the current change window after striker Charles Lwanga and midfielder Elivis Ngonde.
The defender is anticipated to hyperlink up with the rest of the squad immediately for pre-season preparations ahead of the model new advertising and marketing marketing campaign.
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