It is not so common for fans in Ugandan football or even the other sports disciplines to go extremely enthusiastic upon seeing a certain athlete.
However, Thursday treated us to something different and special when Alpha Thierry Ssali caught the attention of fans in that regard.
Booma Playground in Apac District was buzzing at fulltime following the Uganda Cranes Select Team’s 4-0 win over Northern Region Select.
Hundreds of faithful gathered around the Express forward and were super excited to see the youngster.
Ssali is a son to renowned musician Moses Ssali alias Bebe Cool an attachment that can never be underestimated. In fact it has greatly elevated his status as he continues to grow his football career.
The 19-year-old came on as substitute in the second half as the Cranes enjoyed a comfortable victory.
Mbarara City striker Henry Kitegenyi gave the visitors the lead in the 16th minute, the only goal of the game at the break.
URA’s Ivan Ahimbisibwe, Mbarara City captain Joseph Akandwanaho, and URA forward Moses Aliro scored the three goals in the 50th, 53rd, and 57th minutes, respectively.
Besides Ssali, Aliro is the other player that saw the crowds chanting “son of the soil.”
