Ugandan soccer is in mourning following the demise of SC Villa captain David Owori, who died on Wednesday after being attacked by unknown assailants in Kampala. He was 27.
The midfielder was reportedly ambushed on Tuesday night as he approached his house in Makindye, Kampala. He was rushed to Case Clinic whereas nonetheless acutely aware, however his situation deteriorated in a single day, and he succumbed to his accidents on Wednesday morning.
“It’s with profound sorrow that we announce the premature passing of our captain, David Owori, who had been receiving therapy at Case Clinic following an assault by suspected thugs. Our deepest condolences and prayers are along with his household. Relaxation in peace, Captain,” SC Villa mentioned in a press release.
The membership described Owori as an excellent chief whose demise is a devastating loss to each SC Villa and Ugandan soccer. It additionally known as on safety businesses to make sure these accountable are dropped at justice, saying the “mindless act” should not go unpunished.
Owori's demise has despatched shockwaves by way of Uganda's soccer neighborhood, with gamers, followers and soccer officers paying tribute to the midfielder whereas calling for justice and improved safety.
A key determine for SC Villa, Owori captained the report Ugandan champions and just lately signed a contract extension that might have saved him on the membership till January 2027.
He additionally represented the Uganda nationwide staff, that includes in the course of the Cranes' 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying marketing campaign.
His closing look got here on August 1, when he captained SC Villa in a 1-1 draw in opposition to Maroons FC within the first leg of the Federation of Uganda Soccer Associations (FUFA) Tremendous 8 quarter-finals.
