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From Pressure to Redemption: The Journey of Muyang Joseph PHOTOGRAPHER | Emmanuel Patrick Laku | Sports Hunter South Sudan EVENT South Sudan National League 2025/2026 – Semi-final Playoffs Juba National Stadium, South Sudan 25–31 May 2026 PORTFOLIO STATEMENT The South Sudan National League semi-final playoffs in May 2026 delivered one of the most emotionally charged football stories of the season. Across two decisive matches, Munuki SC winger Muyang Joseph experienced the full spectrum of football—pressure, frustration, accountability, redemption, and triumph. After missing key chances in a narrow 1-0 defeat to Super Stars FC Bor, Munuki SC entered their final playoff match against El Maderia FC needing only victory to secure promotion to the South Sudan Premier League. Their opponents required just a draw to progress. Once again, Joseph faced early struggles in front of goal and publicly acknowledged his frustration. However, in a defining second-half performance, he scored twice to s...

Super Stars FC have been crowned champions of the 2025/26 South Sudan National League, finishing top of the standings with four points, one point ahead of runners-up Munuki SC. Despite narrowly missing out on the title, Munuki SC also secured promotion, with both clubs earning places in the South Sudan Premier League for the 2026/27 season.

El Maderia FC captain Tong Dut Majok launches into a flying sideways scissor-kick clearance to deny Munuki SC striker Faizo during the South Sudan National League semi-final at Juba National Stadium, with a place in the South Sudan Premier League at stake. 📸 Photo: Emmanuel Patrick Laku | Sports Hunter South Sudan

  JUBA, South Sudan – The South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF) has approved a series of new transfer regulations aimed at tightening control over player registration, with a special focus on foreign player clearance ahead of the 2026/27 season. The decision was taken during an emergency Executive Committee meeting held on Saturday, May 30, at the federation headquarters in Juba, chaired by President Francis Amin Michael , alongside First Vice President Makur Majok and nine committee members. SSFF Secretary General Bak Athian Bak confirmed that all foreign player registrations will now be subject to stricter compliance requirements, including the mandatory possession of valid work permits issued by the relevant authorities. He further stated that no foreign player will be cleared for registration without completing compulsory medical examinations, with official forms to be provided by the SSFF Medical Committee. “The Premier League registration regulations were unanimously appr...

  JUBA, South Sudan – The South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF) has approved a major digital transformation in player registration with the introduction of the FIFA Connect Transfer Matching System for Premier League clubs. The decision was taken during an Executive Committee meeting held on Saturday, May 30, at the federation headquarters in Juba, chaired by SSFF President Francis Amin Michael . SSFF Secretary General Bak Athian Bak confirmed that the General Secretariat will organize a specialized workshop to train Premier League clubs on the new system, marking the first time South Sudanese clubs will be fully integrated into FIFA’s global player registration platform. The FIFA Connect system is widely used internationally to manage player transfers and registrations, and its introduction is expected to enhance transparency, efficiency, and accountability within South Sudanese football administration. “The General Secretariat will organize a special workshop for Premier Leag...

JUBA, South Sudan - Jamus Juba FC will represent South Sudan at this year's CECAFA Kagame Club Championship after receiving approval from the South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF) Executive Committee. The decision was confirmed during an emergency Executive Committee meeting held at the federation's headquarters in Juba on Saturday. Jamus Juba's qualification for the regional tournament comes after a season in which the club emerged as one of the strongest teams in South Sudanese football. The Buffaloes finished second in the South Sudan Premier League but fell short of securing a place in next season's continental competitions. Their hopes of qualifying for the CAF Champions League ended with their runner-up league finish, while a place in the CAF Confederation Cup slipped away following their elimination in the semi-finals of the domestic cup competition. With Al Ghazal FC Wau, the cup runners-up, set to claim the Confederation Cup berth, Jamus were left without a co...

  João Félix has been named Saudi Pro League Player of the Season for the 2025/26 campaign after a dazzling debut year in Saudi Arabia. The Portuguese forward, who joined from Chelsea FC last summer, produced an outstanding return of 20 goals and 13 assists, emerging as one of the league’s most influential attacking players. Félix impressed with his creativity, vision, and consistency throughout the season, delivering decisive performances in key matches and playing a central role in his team’s attacking setup. The award marks a standout first season in the Saudi Pro League, confirming Félix’s impact as one of the division’s top stars. ⭐️🔥

South Sudan former interim head coach Cyprian Ashu believes the Bright Stars can challenge for qualification in Group B of the TotalEnergies AFCON 2027 qualifiers despite being drawn against Egypt, Angola and Malawi. Ashu, who was appointed as interim coach on March 12, 2026, in his second spell with the Bright Stars, successfully guided South Sudan past Djibouti in the preliminary round to secure a place in the group stages. Reacting to the draw, the Cameroonian tactician described the group as “interesting, promising and very difficult,” while highlighting the pedigree of African giants Egypt. “Egypt, we all know, has won so many African Cup of Nations trophies, probably only rivaled by Cameroon. They are also a very good team,” Ashu said. He also pointed to the strength of Angola and Malawi, two sides he has closely analysed and faced in recent qualification campaigns. “Angola is a very good team with many players based in Portugal, while Malawi are also a side we know very well,” ...

Faizo delivered a stunning hat-trick as Munuki SC cruised to a 4-0 victory over Atlabara FC Yei in Group B of the South Sudan National League 2025/2026 at Bulluk Playground in Juba on Monday. Thomas opened the scoring in the 1st minute before Faizo took full control of the game with three quick goals in the 12th, 33rd, and 38th minutes, sealing a dominant first-half performance for coach Kayanga John’s side. The win temporarily lifts Munuki SC to second place in Group B with 3 points, improving their goal difference as the race for semi-final qualification intensifies. Only group winners will advance to the semi-finals of the competition. Group B Standings: Volcano FC – 3 pts (+3) Munuki SC – 3 pts (+1) Al Wehida FC – 0 pts (0) Atlabara FC Yei – 0 pts (-4) Munuki SC return to winning ways with a clinical attacking display in the capital.