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Snakes Return to the Pitch

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 11th June 2024 Juba, South Sudan: Munuki FC Juba resumed training, after the 1st round break. The snakes collected only 8️⃣ points from their 1st nine games of the season and currently occupies 9️⃣th position 3️⃣ points above the relegation zone. The reigning Champions started their title defense under Coach Mayor who was sacked after only 3 matches in charge, that have seen them drawing in 2 matches and beating Al-Hilal FC by forfeit. After the sacking of Mayor, the snakes suffered a humiliating 4️⃣-0️⃣ defeat to Kator FC but managed to bounce with back to back wins against Rainbow Juba Sports Club in Payam derby and Merriekh Juba under caretaker coach Juma Ambrose. The defending champions ended the first round with a 1️⃣-0️⃣ defeat at home ground against Atlabara FC. The 2021 Juba Local Football Association 1st Division League Champions will kick of their campaign in the postponed matches with a Payam Derby against Gudele FC on Saturday. However, the club has not announced reach...

Transfers

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 28th Dec 2023 South Sudan Cup (Juba) runners up Malakia SC strengthen its squad ahead of the 2nd leg of the Juba Local Football Association 1st division league, by signing former Atlabara FC Winger Nelson Mandela. However, the two times South Sudan Champions didn’t disclosed any detail pertaining to the deal. "We are delighted to confirm the signing of the left winger 𝙉𝙚𝙡𝙨𝙤𝙣 𝙈𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙡𝙖 𝙅𝙤𝙝𝙣, coming from #Atla_Barra-Juba." the 1st division club disclosed on its official facebook account. 📷Malakia SC

Mandela Malish Joins the Snakes on a 2-years Deal

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 29th June 2024 The one time, Juba Local Football Association 1st Division League Champions, Munuki FC Juba continues to strengthen it's squad ahead of the 2024/2025 season. After acquiring the services of Goalkeeper, Ramadan John and Striker Luhachimba Faism, the Snakes secured the signature of Former Atlabara FC Midfielder, Mandela Malish Stephen on a 2-years deal. The Snakes made the announcement on their official Facebook account, on Saturday 29th June, 2024.

Late Abdulrahman Strike Gives Nujoum Jamaric First Leg Edge Over Al Rabita in Promotion Playoff

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 10th May 2025 By Emmanuel Patrick Laku – Sports Hunter South Sudan Abdulrahman Adam’s late winner handed Second Division League outfit Nujoum Jamaric a crucial 2-1 advantage over Al Rabita FC, the bottom club in the Juba Local 1st Division League, in the first leg of the promotion/relegation playoff played at Bulluk Playground in Juba on Saturday, 10th May 2025. Nujoum Jamaric, who finished fourth in the Second Division League behind champions Al Huriya, second-placed Talaga, and third-placed Bajur, wasted no time in asserting themselves. It took just 11 minutes for Emmanuel Sebit to break the deadlock, giving the hosts a 1-0 lead going into halftime. But Al Rabita, known to fans as the Commandos, came out stronger in the second half. Just seven minutes after the restart, Jean Pierre Makila Ayembe equalized with a clinical finish in the 52nd minute, injecting life back into their survival hopes. However, with just five minutes left on the clock, it was Abdulrahman Adam who stunned...

Nujoum Jamaric FC Set to Rebrand as Gurei City FC Ahead of 2025/2026 Season

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  18th May 2025 By: Emmanuel Patrick Laku - Sports Hunter South Sudan  Nujoum Jamaric FC head coach John Simon Aban has confirmed that all legal procedures have been finalized to rename the club to Gurei City FC, as the team looks to attract more community support ahead of their debut in the Juba Local League. In a significant development following their successful promotion to the Juba Local Football Association 1st Division League, Nujoum Jamaric FC is undergoing a major rebranding. Head coach John Simon Aban revealed the news after his team edged Al Rabita FC 1-0 in the second leg of the promotion/relegation playoff on Tuesday, 13th May 2025, at Bulluk Playground in Juba. “This team from today onward, maybe will be changed to the name of an area—not bad,” Aban told reporters after the game.  He explained that the rebranding to Gurei City FC is aimed at attracting support from the local community, something he believes is vital for the club’s survival and growth. The c...

Atlabara FC continued with their impressive performance in the Konyokonyo league with a victory over Zal zal FC.

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  Juba, South Sudan: 27th September, 2024:  Atlabara FC defeated ZAL ZAL FC 3:1 in the  third week, of the Juba Local Football Association 1st Division League, at the Bulluk Playground on Friday .  Keer Mangar, scored the first goal in the game in Favor of Atlabara after only seven minutes from the start of the game , Mangar again added the second goal for Bara boys  in the 19th minutes  of the game, before Achuil, reduces the scoring gap Seven minutes to the end of the first half. In the second half, Zal zal FC players puts much pressure on Atlabara defencde in order to equalize the match with Bara boys depending on counterattacks until Kenthy Anothony sealed the victory with the third goal in the 64th minutes. It’s worth mentioning that Achuil, missed a penalty shot for Zal zal FC in the seventy five minutes of the game after a brilliant save from Atlabra FC goal Keeper Khamis Daniel. With the victory, Atlabara FC moves to Top of the table with two win an...

🚨 Exclusive from the Hunter's Village

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 9th June 2025 El Merriekh Bentiu have sent official proposal to Atlabara FC to sign striker Kiir Mangar, top scorer of the 2024/25 Konyokonyo League — understand the player wants the move.  Atlabara have received the letter — club board will meet to decide. Talks expected soon. Mangar still has two years left on his contract, but he has already informed the club of his intention to leave during the June transfer window. 🗣️ Coach Bilal Felix will try to convince him to stay — but if the player insists, Atlabara are ready to negotiate. ⚠️ One to watch in the coming days. More to follow. ✅

The long awaited Konyo-konyo League standing for the 2023/2024 season.

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15th May 2024 1. 🏆 Malakia SC deservedly won the Juba Local Football Association 1st Division League, with 56 points.  The Royal Club scored the highest number of goals in a match 8 goals against Amarat in the 1st leg, and 49 goals in the season. They also finished as the best defence conceding only 12 goals in 24 matches.  2. Rainbow SC remarkable title charge came to an end in the last 5 matches. Coach Alhaj's side failed to close the gap with the leaders Malakia SC when they drew 0-0 with the leaders Malakia before they suffered defeats to Kator and Merriek, followed by the goalless draw with 3rd place Viva Stars. 3. VIVA STAR FC have been exceptional throughout the 2023/2024 season.  The Fighters remarkable achievement in the league wasn’t a coincidence.  The Fighters managed to get points from all the former giants of the Konyokonyo league including Merriekh and Atlabara FC The Fighters under the Best Coach in Juba, coach Charles Caesar and his assistant Simon ...

Champions Crowned: Atlabara FC Lift JLFA 1st Division Trophy After Stellar Campaign

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 19th May 2025 Emmanuel Patrick Laku  - sports Hunter South Sudan  Atlabara FC were officially crowned champions of the Juba Local Football Association 1st Division League on Sunday, 18th May 2025, receiving their trophy after a 2-2 ceremonial match against Al Huriya FC at Bulluk Playground. History and pride were on full display at Bulluk Playground in Juba as Atlabara FC were handed the JLFA 1st Division League trophy, bringing the curtain down on an outstanding 2024/2025 season. The "African Atlabara" sealed the championship with a total of 56 points, just two points ahead of title challengers Munuki SC.  The trophy presentation came after a lively 2-2 ceremonial draw against second division champions Al Huriya FC, symbolizing unity between the two title-winning sides. Atlabara’s campaign was marked by consistency and attacking flair. Across 24 matches, the team secured 17 wins, 5 draws, and suffered only 2 defeats.  Their front line, led by red-hot striker K...

From Coach of the Year to Premier League Promotion: Charles Ceasar’s Unpredictable Journey

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 1st/10/2025 In April 2024, Coach Charles Ceasar was named Best Coach in the Konyokonyo League by the Juba Local Football Association — a well-deserved honor after guiding Viva Star FC to a historic 3rd place finish with 43 points and 14 clean sheets in 24 matches, the second-best defensive record in the league. After that success, Ceasar’s journey took unexpected turns. He left Viva Star, joined Lologo FC in the Juba FA Second Division — but was later sacked. Shortly after, he joined Atlabara FC as a fitness coach, where his impact was felt immediately. Under his fitness leadership, Atlabara FC won both the Juba FA First Division League and the South Sudan National League, earning promotion to the South Sudan Premier League by the end of the 2024/2025 season. FANS — what’s your take on Coach Charles’ journey?** Was leaving head coaching for a fitness role a smart move? Does this show his adaptability and value at the top level? Let us know what YOU think below! 👇 #SouthSudanFootb...