Personal information | |||
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Date of birth | 27 June 2004 | ||
Place of birth | Kampala, Uganda | ||
Position(s) | Midfielder | ||
Team information | |||
Current team | KCCA | ||
‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 23:54, 14 February 2021 (UTC) |
Arafat Kiza Usama is a Ugandan professional football player.
Arafat Kiza Usama was born on June 27, 2004 at Mbale hospital to Mr Khassim Kiiza and Ziada Mutesi. He is a brother to Uganda Cranes goalkeeper, Ismail Watenga. [1] Inspired by his football-endowed family and friends, Usama began his football journey at a young age, showing promise and talent that would later define his professional career. He initially played for Kajjansi United, a regional league side, where he honed his skills and developed his game. [1]
Usama's impressive performance in the Masaza Cup with Busiro County caught the attention of top clubs. In 2021, he made a significant move to KCCA FC, one of the top clubs in the Uganda Premier League (UPL). In the 2023/24 season, Usama emerged as one of the standout performers for KCCA FC, attracting interest from international clubs. [2] In 2024, Egyptian Premier League club ZED FC and Moroccan club Wydad AC expressed strong interest in signing Usama, highlighting his rising profile in African football. [3] [4] [5] [6]
Usama earned his first cap for the Uganda national team on October 13, 2023, in a match against Mali. Since then, he has made two international appearances, showcasing his skills on the national stage. [7]
As a midfielder, Usama is known for his agility, vision, and ability to control the tempo of the game. His contributions both in defense and attack make him a versatile player on the field. [8] [9]
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