Former Gor Mahia forward Lwasa finds new home in Angola

Former Gor Mahia forward Peter Lwasa has secured a move to Angola after joining Grupo Desportivo Interclube, becoming the first Ugandan player to feature in the country’s top-flight Girabola League.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe experienced winger confirmed the switch through his Facebook page, expressing his excitement at embarking on a new chapter in his career after leaving Tanzanian outfit Pamba Jiji.“New chapter unlocked. I am thrilled to announce that I officially joined Grupo Desportivo Interclube in Angola!Making history as the first Ugandan to play in the Angolan Girabola League is an absolute honor. A huge thank you to my family, management, and all of you for the continuous support. The hard work continues in Luanda, Angola!”##NAJAVA_MECA_9945630##Lwasa joins the two-time Angolan champions on a one-year deal as he adds another country to an increasingly well-traveled career across Africa.The Ugandan international spent two seasons with Gor Mahia from 2021, playing an important role in the record league champions campaign, culminating in winning the FKF-PL title during the 2022/23 season.His spell in Kenya also saw him turn out for Sofapaka and Kariobangi Sharks, while his career has taken him across the region and the continent.Before moving to Angola, Lwasa featured for the Tanzanian side, Pamba Jiji.Former Kayole Starlets coach joins Kibera Soccer WomenHe has also represented Kagera Sugar in Tanzania and FC Lubumbashi Sport in the Democratic Republic of Congo, as well as Ugandan heavyweights Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) and KCCA.Known for his pace, direct running, and ability to operate from wide attacking positions, the 29-year-old now faces a fresh challenge in Luanda as Interclube seek to strengthen their attacking options.Interclube, who have lifted the Angolan top-flight title twice, will be hoping Lwasa can provide the attacking spark required to mount a stronger challenge this season for the third league title.Gor Mahia forward part of FKFPL trio selected in Uganda Cranes squad for AFCON qualifiersThe club finished sixth last campaign and is targeting a return to the upper reaches of the standings.The Luanda-based outfit has made a steady start to the current campaign, sitting fifth with six points from their opening three matches in the 16-team league.

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