Crested Cranes midfielder Zaina Namuleme has been unveiled as a new signing for Kenyan champions Kenya Police Bullets, becoming the 8th Ugandan player to feature in the FKF Women Premier League. Namuleme, who captained the Crested Cranes, impressed with her performance last season at Makerere University, scoring 10 league goals.
Namuleme’s Experience
With experience playing for Kampala Queens and Makerere University, Namuleme is expected to strengthen the Kenya Police Bullets squad. The team will represent Kenya in the upcoming CECAFA Zonal CAF Women’s Champions League qualifiers in Tanzania.
Ugandan Players to have featured in FKF Women Premier League
7 Ugandan players who have played in the FKF Women Premier League include:
- Ruth Aturo (Goalkeeper): Played for Vihiga Queens
- Madam Christine (Right-Back): Featured for Gaspo Women FC
- Adrine Birungi (Left-back): Played for Gaspo Women FC and Vihiga Queens
- Sandra Patwa Nakalyango (Defender): Was a Wadadia player
- Joan Nabriye (Defensive Midfielder): Played for Vihiga Queens and is currently with Spartak Moscow Women
- Anita Namatta (Creative Midfielder): Featured for Vihiga Queens and Kampala Queens
- Winnie Babriye (Striker): Had a short stint with Vihiga Queens
New Chapter for Namuleme
Namuleme’s signing is a boost to Kenya Police Bullets as they prepare for the CECAFA Zonal CAF Women’s Champions League qualifiers. With her skills and experience, she is expected to make a significant impact in the league.
