Ugandan footballer Phiona Nabulime has formally been unveiled by Egyptian champions Masar FC, marking a brand new chapter in her profession after spending the primary half of the season at Kawempe Muslim.
Phiona Nabulime in motion.
Whereas Nabulime is widely known for her function as a defensive midfielder, Masar FC has listed her as a defender, suggesting she is a direct alternative for fellow Ugandan worldwide Shadia Nankya.
Nankya, who beforehand performed for Masar FC, just lately moved to the USA to hitch Washington Spirit within the Nationwide Ladies’s Soccer League (NWSL).
Shadia Nankya at Masar FC.
Nankya in coaching at Masar FC.
Nabulime is famend for her defensive midfield capabilities, together with her composure on the ball and glorious distribution.
Phiona Nabulime juggling the ball throughout her unveiling.
These qualities had been on full show throughout her tenure with the Valley Warriors, and he or she is predicted to convey the identical degree of efficiency to her new membership.
Curiously, Nankya, whom Nabulime is ready to interchange, had additionally showcased versatility in her profession.
Earlier than settling into her defensive function, Nankya briefly performed as a striker throughout her time at Uganda Martyrs Excessive Faculty.
Nabulime’s arrival at Masar FC sees her reunite with former Kawempe Muslim teammate Aisha Nantongo.
Aisha Nantongo passing the ball.
The duo is predicted to type a powerful defensive partnership, doubtlessly making a major impression within the Egyptian league.
Masar FC has additionally seen one other key departure, with Burundian worldwide striker Sandrine Niyonkuru set to hitch a membership within the Chinese language Ladies’s Tremendous League.
Picture put out by Masar FC.
Sandrine celebrating one in all her objectives on the Membership.
Nabulime’s exit at Kawempe Muslim additional emphasizes the membership’s transition section, having let go of another people like Hadijah Nandago and Shakira Nankwanga with new faces like Jovia Nakagolo and a few Children coming by ranks.
Jovia Nakagolo on her debut versus Makerere College within the Ladies Tremendous League.
As Nabulime embarks on this new journey in Egypt, all eyes might be on how she adapts to her new everlasting function and contributes to Masar FC’s title protection.
