Wakiso Giants FC

Wakiso Giants FC are a football team from Wakiso, Uganda currently playing in the Uganda Premier League.

Wakiso Giants FC
Full nameWakiso Giants Football Club
Nickname(s)Purple Sharks
Founded2018
GroundWakisha Stadium, Wakiso
LeagueUganda Super League
2018–19FUFA Big League
1st Elgon Group
promoted

History

Wakiso Giants were founded in 2018. While new clubs typically start in the fifth division, Wakiso Giants debuted in the second division after the club owners bought the license to Kamuli Park, who were in financial difficulties.[1] Ibrahim Kirya, who coached the 2018–19 season, was the club's first manager.[2]

Wakiso Giants won their group in their very first season, clinching promotion after defeating Entebbe FC 2–1 with Ivan Kiwewa scoring the winning goal.[1]

Ground

Giants play their home matches at Wakisha Stadium, but due to stadium quality and a disagreement with the Ugandan football licensing authorities, the Purple Sharks played their home games for the 2018–19 season at Kyabazinga Stadium, Bugembe.[3][1]

References
  1. Lubega, Shaban (May 13, 2019). "Wakiso Giants: A newbie that has taken Ugandan football by storm".
  2. Lubega, Shaban (May 31, 2019). "Wakiso Giants parts ways with Ibrahim Kirya".
  3. Isabirye, David. "Wakiso Giants Football Club commence works on their proposed home ground".


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