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While fans were gushing over Yanga’s unveiling of Ugandan defender Gift Fred, the Tanzania champions held no reservations after signing Jonas Mkude from arch-rivals Simba SC.
Mkude, a defensive midfielder, is a product of Simba SC youth ranks crossed to the yellow and green side of Dar Es Salaam after 13 years with the Red Army.
The 30-year-old is one of Yanga’s latest signings in the transfer window, but his unveiling video is one for the books.
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In a 44-second-animated video, Mkude makes his way to a stadium in Yanga’s jerseys while holding a panga.
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He majestically walks to the centre of the pitch before an enraged lion charges at him. The lion in this animated video is a cryptic reference to Simba SC.
Mkude wrestles the lion and cuts his head; he then raises the head of the lion showcasing it to the crowd amidst wild cheers.
The controversial video has so far attracted over 250,000 views by press time.
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09:14 - 13.07.2023
FOOTBALL Inspired by Ssekagya, motivated to win silverware – Gift Fred opens up on his Young Africans move
The former SC Villa captain, who penned a three-year deal on Tuesday, will play alongside compatriot and Uganda Cranes assistant captain Khalid Aucho.
The drama sets the tone ahead of the 2023/24 season as Yanga hopes to continue its dominance in Tanzanian football.
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