Uganda is mourning the death of football captain David Owori, who was fatally attacked near his home in Kampala in what police described as a suspected robbery.
The 27-year-old defender and midfielder, who captained Sports Club Villa, was attacked in the Makindye area on Tuesday night as he approached his home. Witnesses said a group of suspected robbers struck him with paving stones before taking his belongings and escaping.
Owori was rushed to a nearby medical facility before being transferred to a private hospital in Kampala, where he later died from his injuries.
SC Villa confirmed the death of their captain, describing him as much more than a footballer.
As reported by the BBC on Thursday, “We have lost more than a player – we have lost a leader, brother and friend,” the club said in a statement.
