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Villa’s Dream Coach Flees: What Really Went Wrong?

MUHAMMAD JJUMBABy MUHAMMAD JJUMBAJune 25, 2025No Comments4 Mins Read
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Serbian coach Milinčić LEFT Uganda before coaching a single game.
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KAMPALA— As the 2025/2026 season approaches, Uganda’s two most storied football clubs—SC Villa and KCCA FC—are embarking on sharply divergent trajectories in their pursuit of technical leadership. It’s a tale of managerial turmoil at Villa Park, while at Lugogo, a sense of vision and renewal prevails.

SC VILLA: A PROMISING START CRASHES INTO CHAOS

Only days after unveiling Serbian coach Nemanja Milinčić in a highly polished ceremony, SC Villa finds itself back in crisis mode. Milinčić, whose resume includes a UEFA Pro License and a stint as assistant coach for the Bulgarian national team, was touted as the man to spearhead a “new era” for the Jogoos—promising attacking football, a solid defensive structure, and elite player development.

But behind the official smiles and celebratory press photos, a storm was quietly brewing.

According to sources close to the situation, the Serbian parted ways with SC Villa due to a dispute over contract terms. Though Milinčić agreed to the job under certain conditions, the final contract presented upon his arrival in Uganda reportedly deviated significantly from prior agreements. Feeling misled, the Serbian tactician boarded a flight back to Europe—abruptly ending what was to be his first coaching role on the African continent.

His departure comes hot on the heels of the club’s decision to part ways with Morley Byekwaso, who led the team last season. Milinčić was expected to become the fourth Serbian to manage SC Villa, following in the footsteps of Milutin “Micho” Sredojević, Srdjan Zivojinovic, and Dusan Stajanovic. However, the failure to disclose the length of his contract during his unveiling has only intensified speculation about disorganization within the club’s leadership.

Once again, SC Villa is in familiar territory—uncertainty, missed opportunities, and the ghost of what might have been.

KCCA FC: VISION, STRUCTURE

In stark contrast, KCCA FC is charting a path rooted in clarity and long-term planning. The 13-time league champions have announced Brian Ssenyondo and Jackson “Nelly” Magera as their new coaching duo, securing them on a two-year deal through the end of the 2026/2027 season.

Brian Ssenyondo and Jackson Magera.

While a range of experienced candidates—including Sam Ssimbwa, Jackson Mayanja, and fan-favorite David Obua—were considered, Ssenyondo emerged as the standout, impressing with a modern tactical approach and a collaborative mindset that includes retaining the club’s existing technical staff.

Sources within the club indicate that Ssenyondo’s ability to attract top talent boosted his candidacy. Names like Jude Ssemugabi, Ivan Ahimbisibwe, Rogers Mugisha, and Kitara right-back Lazaro Bwamabale are already being linked to his project. In particular, Ssemugabi’s move—reportedly hijacked from Vipers SC—has thrilled KCCA’s board.

Described by KCCA as a “strategic decision” blending youth, tactical acumen, and experience, the appointment represents a bold vote of confidence in Uganda’s next generation of football thinkers.

At just 31 years old, Ssenyondo is already a trailblazer. His coaching journey began with Synergy FC in Masaka—a club he founded. At 23, he nearly guided them to top-flight football, controversially losing a promotion playoff to Mbarara City. He later rose to national prominence after producing players like Solomon Okwalinga, Pius Kaggwa, and Nicolas Kasozi.

His stock skyrocketed in 2024 after lifting the Uganda Cup with Kitara FC, being named Coach of the Year, and guiding the Uganda Cubs to a historic appearance at a global football tournament—a first for any Ugandan national team.

For Jackson Magera, the appointment feels like a homecoming. A long-serving figure at KCCA, Magera has deep roots in the club’s youth system, having developed numerous players as Soccer Academy Head Coach, served as senior assistant coach, and even held the fort as interim head coach following Abdallah Mubiru’s dismissal. His previous success with Uganda’s U17 side, which he led to AFCON qualification, only strengthens his credentials.

THE ROAD AHEAD

As the new season looms, SC Villa is once again scrambling, left to pick up the pieces of another failed coaching appointment. The club’s internal fractures appear unresolved, and the revolving door of coaches continues to spin.

KCCA, on the other hand, has set its sights on stability and long-term growth. With a coaching tandem that blends youth, proven success, and a shared understanding of the club’s identity, the Kasasiro Boys look poised to script a compelling new chapter.

The lights will soon shine on Uganda’s football stage. One club will try to rediscover its rhythm amidst the chaos. The other seems ready to compose a symphony of progress.

 

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