Crispus Kusiima Joins URA FC as Free Agent from Kitara

In a significant move during the off-season shuffle, goalkeeper Crispus Kusiima has officially joined URA FC after his contract with Kitara FC expired. The transfer comes as URA look to solidify their last line of defense with a proven shot-stopper who has vast Premier League experience.

From Hoima to Luzira

Kusiima, 32, was one of 14 players to leave Kitara following the conclusion of the 2024–25 Uganda Premier League campaign. The club faced a complete exodus due to expired contracts, marking the biggest squad shake-up in the club’s history.

During his time with Kitara, “Gufi” as he is commonly known, amassed an impressive record:

• A consistent starter, he recorded a league-high 15 clean sheets in the 2024–25 season and claimed the coveted Golden Glove.
  
• Featured in Ismael Kiyonga’s prestigious UPL Team of the Season, thanks to his standout performances between the sticks.
  
• Represented Uganda at the CHAN finals, anchoring the national squad alongside Kitara teammates.
  

Such statistics underline Kusiima’s importance to Kitara not only as a goalkeeper with a knack for clean sheets but also as a national-level talent.

What URA Get

URA FC, also known as the “Tax Collectors,” have historically relied on a balanced squad. By adding Kusiima, they secure a goalkeeper with a proven track record of consistency, including numerous shutouts, a national team capable veteran, bringing leadership and composure, and a player fit for high-pressure games, thanks to his exposure in Uganda Cup finals and CHAN tournaments.

URA’s management believes that Kusiima’s experience and winning mentality will bolster their backline as they aim to climb higher in the standings.

The Road Ahead

For Kusiima: This marks a fresh start in his ongoing quest for silverware. Joining URA offers him the chance to help secure trophies and re-establish himself among Uganda’s elite goalkeepers.

For URA FC: The addition strengthens their primary position and sends a clear message about their ambition to challenge domestically and regionally in upcoming seasons.

Kitara, while rebuilding after the exodus, will remember Kusiima as a pillar of their defensive success, and his legacy remains in every clean sheet and accolade he helped secure.

Quick Stats

URA FC have snapped up one of the league’s best goalkeepers. The move represents a smart acquisition, offering Kusiima both a fresh challenge and URA a dependable custodian between the posts.