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Jamus SC defender Samuel Taban departs for Egypt for ACL treatment

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  By: Emmanuel Patrick Laku | Sports Hunter South Sudan  South Sudan international and Jamus SC defender Samuel Taban departed for Egypt on Friday afternoon to begin rehabilitation for an ACL injury, according to reliable sources. The versatile defender is believed to have picked up the injury while on national team duty.  Sources further indicate that Jamus SC, the South Sudan Premier League runners-up, are fully responsible for his treatment, including medical care and all related expenses during his stay in Cairo. Taban recently renewed his contract with the club but has since been unable to join the team’s pre-season camp in Rwanda due to the injury setback.  He is now expected to miss upcoming assignments, including the CECAFA tournament. Further updates on his recovery timeline are expected once medical assessments in Egypt are completed.

Sources: Al Ghazal FC in advanced discussions with Rizik Hakim over head coach role

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  By Emmanuel Patrick Laku | Sports Hunter South Sudan  Al Ghazal FC are in advanced discussions with coach Rizik Hakim over the club's vacant head coach position, according to reliable sources familiar with the negotiations. Sources told Sports Hunter South Sudan that talks between the two parties have progressed positively, with only administrative procedures remaining before the process can be concluded. While discussions are at an advanced stage, no final agreement has been reached and the appointment remains subject to the completion of the outstanding formalities. When contacted by Sports Hunter, Hakim confirmed that discussions with the club were ongoing but indicated that the process had not yet been finalised.  He described the opportunity as "valuable" and declined to comment on what his priorities would be if appointed, saying his focus remains on the ongoing process. Hakim also indicated that the timing of any announcement rests with the club, noting tha...

Issa Zerbo Arrives in Juba Ahead of El Merriekh Bentiu Move

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Sports Hunter South Sudan can confirm that Burkina Faso central defender Issa Zerbo has arrived in Juba , where he is expected to complete the final formalities of his move to El Merriekh Bentiu .  The 28-year-old joins from SONABEL Ouagadougou as the club closes in on another key signing ahead of the new season.

Issa Zerbo Set to Join El Merriekh Bentiu from SONABEL

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  TRANSFER UPDATE πŸ‡§πŸ‡«➡️πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡Έ Burkina Faso central defender Issa Zerbo (28) is on the verge of joining El Merriekh Bentiu from SONABEL Ouagadougou . Sports Hunter South Sudan can confirm that the player is currently in Ethiopia and is expected to travel to Juba via Ethiopian Airlines in the coming days to complete his move. More details to follow as the deal nears completion.

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South Sudan has secured its place in the next window of the FIBA Basketball World Cup African Qualifiers with a commanding 95–57 victory over Libya. A dominant performance from the Bright Stars keeps their World Cup qualification campaign on track. Bright Stars!  #SouthSudan #BrightStars #FIBAWC #RoadToWorldCup

Nyakuron FC Not in Rush to Sign Players, Says VP Francis Laku Amid Ongoing Transfer Window Delays

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Nyakuron FC Vice President Francis Laku has said the club is in no rush to sign new players during the ongoing transfer window, insisting there is still enough time to complete the process. Speaking in an exclusive interview with Sports Hunter South Sudan on Wednesday, Laku explained that the club is taking a cautious approach as they continue to compete in the Juba Football Association First Division League, commonly known as the Konyokonyo League. “We as the administration of Nyakuroun saw that the time is enough for us. From today we still have one month to make registration, that is why in everything Nyakuroun are not in a hurry.” He further noted that while several players have shown interest in joining the club, internal administrative matters must first be finalized before any signings are confirmed. “Even players are ready who have interest to play for Nyakuron, and we have prepared them. The reason for the delay is that there are some administrative issues yet to be completed...

Yei Joint Stars Keep Bastawi's Status Under Wraps as CECAFA Preparations Continue

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 JUBA, South Sudan — Yei Joint Stars FC have declined to confirm whether Malakia SC fitness coach Jacob Monday, popularly known as Bastawi, is set to join the club, despite his appearance at the team's training session ahead of the CECAFA Women's Club Championship in August. Bastawi was seen at the training session wearing a Future Stars Football Academy jersey, fueling speculation that he could be part of the South Sudan Women's Cup champions' technical setup for the regional tournament. Sports Hunter South Sudan sought clarification from the club following reports linking the Malakia SC fitness coach with a move to Yei Joint Stars and asked whether the two parties had reached an agreement and if the club would formally approach Malakia SC to secure his services. In response, a club official said the technical bench is still being finalized and that an announcement will be made before the end of the week. "We are currently working on our technical bench and by the...