12 Ugandan musicians and the local clubs they support

SPORTS GIST 12 Ugandan musicians and the local clubs they support

Allan Damba • 13:51 - 08.04.2024

However, it's only a handful of them that openly show their love for the local sides they support, go ahead to watch matches and or even buy merchandise.

Sports and music normally serve a similar entertainment purpose to the fans that follow either.

However, it's only a handful of them that openly show their love for the local sides they support, go ahead to watch matches and or even buy merchandise.

Pulse Sports Uganda takes you through five artistes and the local football clubs they support.

Daxx Kartel - Express FC

The 'Mu bbaala' hit maker, who is known for his strong admiration for Manchester United fan, is an open Express FC supporter.

Singer Dax Kartel in an Express FC apparell, with wife, Momo|Courtesy Image

He loves the club and rarely misses the Red Eagles' games at the Muteesa II Stadium, Wankulukuku.

Yung Mulo - Vipers SC

The 'Badman' singer is an ardent fan of defending champions Vipers and openly defends it on social media.

Yung Mulo with a section Vipers fans at Kitende|courtesy image

He watches almost all home games at the St. Mary's Stadium, Kitende and is always seen buzzing with the club's players, officials and fans.

Rahmah Pinky - Vipers

Rahmah Pinky is also a Vipers diehard, who is always at the St Mary's Stadium in the VIP section.

Pinky is an ardent fan|courtesy image

The 'Picha' hit maker, especially performs on the various events at the stadium. She is adored by the faithful.

Rickman Manrick - KCCA FC

Rickman Manrick, who is also Sheila Gashumba's lover, is a staunch KCCA FC fan and rarely misses a match at the MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo.

Rickman (r) with KCCA players Elvis Mwanje (c) and Usama Arafat|kcca fc image

He has also been pictured on numerous occasions, training with the team, as he was himself, previously a footballer.

Ykee Benda - Vipers

Ykee Benda, who is massively known for being a supporter of English side Arsenal, is also a big fan of Vipers.

Ykee Benda with Vipers players in the ST. Mary's Stadium dressing room|courtesy image

He has time and again been seen in the St Mary's Stadium stands supporting the club, and defends it on social media often.

Mathias Walukagga - SC Villa

The loquacious and chatty musician is a strong supporter of Uganda Premier League record champions SC Villa.

Walukagga is a staunck SC Villa and Arsenal fan|courtesy image

Walukagga loves the club, it's not on many occasions that he will miss a Jogoo game over the years.

Geoffrey Lutaaya - Express

One of the most loyal fans of the seven-time Uganda Premier League is band music star, Geoffrey Lutaaya.

Musician Lutaaya is one of the loyal Express FC fans|Courtesy image

He has watched their home matches for years and supports the club's initiatives.

Azawi - Vipers SC

Azawi performing|@azawi X

The Swangz Avenue artiste recently confessed to being a Vipers die-hard, and vowed to show her full support in their challenge for the Uganda Premier League trophy this season.

Eddy Kenzo - SC Villa

Eddy Kenzo, who is one of the bigger brands in the entertainment industry is a huge fan for Villa, and was recently seen consoling the club's fans after they lost the league title on the final day of the season.

Eddy Kenzo is one of the many personalities that support SC Villa|Courtesy image

Jose Chameleone - Wakiso Giants FC

Jose Chameleone, who many regard as arguably the biggest artiste in the country, is not only a brand ambassador for Wakiso Giants, but also a massive fan.

Chameleone isn't just a Wakiso Giants fan, but also a brand ambassador|wakiso giants image

The 'Baaliwa' singer, has on various occasions been pictured at the Kabaka Kyabaggu Stadium cheering the team.

Bobi Wine - Express FC

The musician-turned politician is a big fan of Express and was even unveiled the club brand ambassador in 2016.

Bobi Wine is an Express FC fan|courtesy image

While he rarely attends their matches of late, probably because of his political duties, he has previously confessed to being a 'Mukwano Gwabangi'.

Moses Matovu - SC Villa

The legendary Moses Matovu is a former player at SC Villa, yet he is also one of their most respected fans. He is a singer with the famous Afrigo Band.

Moses Matovu is a respected Villa fan|courtesy image