Uganda Premier League aspect Lugazi FC has formally unveiled seasoned tactician Francis Mugerwa as their new Co-Coach, set to work alongside the skilled Steven Bogere. The pair steps in following the departure of former head coach Olivier Mbekeka, whose contract with the membership just lately expired.
Mugerwa joins Lugazi FC on a one-year contract, because the membership appears to bolster its technical bench in preparation for the upcoming 2025/26 Uganda Premier League season. The appointment marks one other strategic step in Lugazi FC’s dedication to constructing a aggressive, youth-focused squad.
Talking throughout his unveiling, Mugerwa expressed his enthusiasm for the brand new function and highlighted his sturdy working relationship together with his co-coach.
“I’m grateful for this chance. Coach Steven Bogere is a long-term good friend, and Lugazi FC is a giant venture – so, I couldn’t flip down the prospect of being a part of it,” Mugerwa mentioned.
“The venture right here impressed me. It’s filled with younger gamers, and I simply love working with them.”
He emphasised a collaborative strategy to teaching and a need to ship each outcomes and entertaining soccer.
“I’ve come to hitch synergies with the remainder of the coaches right here. We need to construct a robust staff collectively. We need to set up a younger staff that may additionally convey optimistic outcomes. We need to make Lugazi FC Stadium a tough place for opponents, however above all, we need to do this whereas enjoying thrilling soccer. We would like our followers to take pleasure in, and I’m certain they are going to prefer it.”
A holder of the CAF A training license, Mugerwa brings a wealth of expertise in Ugandan soccer. Through the years, he has managed or labored with a number of top-tier golf equipment together with Proline FC, Maroons FC, Onduparaka FC, Kitara FC, Arua Hill SC, and Brilliant Stars. He was additionally a part of the teaching workers at Vipers SC throughout the 2020/21 season.
With Mugerwa and Bogere on the helm, Lugazi FC will hope to construct momentum and depart a mark on the league this season.
Lugazi FC Technical Staff – 2025/26 Season
• Co-Coaches – Steven Bogere & Francis Mugerwa
• Assistant Coach – Gerald Efiti
• Goalkeeping Coach – Kizza Adam
• Health Coach – Wanyama Davis
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