ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia — Ugandan shot-stopper Emmanuel Kalyowa is flying his country’s flag high after being named the Goalkeeper of the Month for November in the competitive Betika Ethiopia Premier League (EPL).
The award serves as a powerful recognition of the phenomenal start Kalyowa has made to his career at Sidama Bunna FC, confirming his status as one of the best goalkeepers in the region.
A Dominant Month of Clean Sheets
Kalyowa secured the prestigious accolade after an incredible November performance, where his heroics directly contributed to Sidama Bunna’s strong league run.
His dominant statistics for the award period include:
League Games: Played 4
Clean Sheets: Produced 3
FA Cup Heroics: Saved 2 penalties in the Ethiopia FA Cup preliminary round, ensuring Sidama Bunna progressed to the Round of 16.
This stellar form saw him beat strong competition for the November prize, triumphing over Adama City FC’s Jote Adugna and Fasil Kenema FC’s experienced Moise Pouaty.
The Golden Gloves Abroad
Kalyowa’s journey in Ethiopia, where he joined Sidama Bunna a few months ago, has been marked by instant success. His ability to produce game-winning saves has quickly made him a fan favourite and a pillar in the team’s defense.
Prior to his move to the EPL, Kalyowa was a notable figure in the regional football scene, having featured for top Ugandan clubs like Express FC, BUL FC, and SC Villa, in addition to stints with Rwanda’s Kiyovu Sports Club and Kenya’s Sofapaka. His individual honour now firmly places him among the most successful Ugandan exports currently playing overseas.
Kalyowa’s award is a source of immense pride for the Ugandan football fraternity, highlighting the quality of talent the nation is producing and exporting to the continent’s top leagues.
What an amazing achievement for Emmanuel! It’s fantastic to see Ugandan talent shining so brightly in the EPL.