Express FC have appointed former Uganda Cranes CHAN coach Morley Byekwaso as their new head coach ahead of the 2026/27 season. The former Red Eagles player returns to the club to replace Jimmy Kintu, who has moved to URA FC.
The new Express head coach
Express FC officially unveiled Morley Byekwaso as the new technical leader to spearhead the club's campaign in the upcoming StarTimes Uganda Premier League season. The decision comes after Jimmy Kintu left the Red Eagles to join URA FC.
Byekwaso is no stranger to the intense pressure at Lugogo. The tactician has a massive CV, having previously coached KCCA FC, SC Villa, and SC Victoria University. Wamma! The man is returning to his roots to rebuild a giant.
His appointment marks a significant shift in the club's technical bench as they look to climb the ladder in the top flight. It is a homecoming for the veteran who played for the Red Eagles during the mid-2000s.
Why did Express hire Morley Byekwaso?
Express FC hired Morley Byekwaso because of his extensive experience coaching top-flight Ugandan clubs and his previous role as the Uganda Cranes CHAN coach. The club aims to use his tactical expertise to secure better results in the 2026/27 season.
Byekwaso brings a wealth of local knowledge to the table, having managed several of the biggest names in the country. His ability to navigate the complexities of the Uganda Premier League makes him the ideal candidate for this job.
- Former Uganda Cranes CHAN head coach
- Former KCCA FC manager
- Former SC Villa tactician
- Former SC Victoria University coach
- Former Express FC player
Who is replacing Jimmy Kintu at Express?
Jimmy Kintu is leaving Express FC to join URA FC, leaving a vacancy that Morley Byekwaso will now fill as the new head coach.
What is the next step for Express FC?
The club will focus on building a squad capable of competing at the highest level under Byekwaso's guidance during the 2026/27 StarTimes Uganda Premier League campaign.
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Source: Uganda Premier League
