Wakiso Giants FC have formally parted firm with head coach Steven Bengo following a disappointing 2024/25 season that led to relegation from the Uganda Premier League.
The membership made the announcement on June 18 by means of a proper assertion, confirming the tip of Bengo’s tenure an plans to rebuild after a dismal marketing campaign.
“Wakiso Giants can verify that their head coach Steven Bengo has left his place following the conclusion of the 2024/25 season. The choice comes after a tough marketing campaign during which the membership was relegated to the FUFA Huge League, ending with 20 factors from 30 matches, recording simply 3 wins and 11 attracts,” the assertion learn partially.
Bengo’s sacking comes as little shock after the Purple Sharks endured one in all their worst seasons since incomes promotion to the highest flight in 2019/20. The membership managed solely three victories all through the season and completed with the fewest wins within the league.
Regardless of the poor efficiency, the membership acknowledged Bengo’s dedication throughout a turbulent interval.
“Whereas the result is deeply disappointing for everybody related to Wakiso Giants, we acknowledge and recognize Coach Bengo’s dedication, ardour, and tireless efforts throughout his tenure,” the membership added.
Steven Bengo, a former Uganda Cranes midfielder, was appointed head coach in June 2024 on a three-year deal, with former teammate Tonny Mawejje serving as his assistant. Nonetheless, the duo struggled to search out constant type and outcomes, culminating within the membership’s drop to the second division.
With relegation confirmed, the choice to chop ties with Bengo was broadly anticipated. The membership has already introduced plans to begin the seek for a brand new technical workforce, because it seeks an instantaneous return to the Uganda Premier League.
Along with the teaching shake-up, Wakiso Giants are additionally anticipated to face a wave of participant departures. Winger Hudson Mbalire has reportedly joined NEC FC, whereas midfield mainstay Rahmat Senfuka and different key gamers are additionally rumoured to be on their approach out.
This marks the tip of Wakiso Giants’ six-year keep within the high flight, a journey that started with optimism in 2019 however has just lately been marred by inconsistency and underperformance.
Because the membership prepares for all times within the FUFA Huge League, followers and stakeholders alike will probably be watching carefully to see how the rebuild unfolds — each on the bench and on the pitch.
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