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Uganda Premier League: Nicholas Mwere signs for Vipers SC

Uganda Premier League (SUPL) champions Vipers SC are delighted to announce the signing of versatile defender Nicholas Mwere on a two-year contract.  The 25-year old joins the Venoms on a free transferfollowing the expiry of his contract with BUL FC, becoming the club’s latest addition as preparations gather momentum for what promises to be another demanding campaign across domestic, regional and continental competitions. Capable of playing at centre-back as well as on either flank, Mwere arrives at St. Mary’s Stadium, Kitende with a growing reputation as one of the Uganda Premier League’s most dependable and adaptable defenders.  Squad Built To Compete  Fresh from reclaiming the Uganda Premier League (UPL) title, Vipers continue to strengthen every department of the squad as the club targets sustained success on multiple fronts.  The Venoms face another busy season that includes defending the league crown, competing for the Stanbic Uganda Cup, representing Uganda at the CECAFA Kagame Cup and pursuing continental progress in the CAF Champions League. With competition expected to intensify from rivals including KCCA FC, SC Villa, Kitara FC and BUL FC, the champions remain committed to assembling a squad with the quality, depth and resilience required to compete at the highest level throughout the campaign.  Consistency Rewarded  Mwere arrives after an impressive spell at BUL FC, where he established himself as one of the league’s most reliable defenders.  Across three productive seasons in Jinja, he made 69 UPL appearances, consistently impressing with his tactical discipline, defensive awareness and calmness in possession.  The post Uganda Premier League: Nicholas Mwere signs for Vipers SC appeared first on Africa Top Sports – #1 African Sports News.

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