Observer columnist argues Paul Hasule stands above Sula Kato, Dennis Onyango and Majid Musisi as SC Villa's most iconic player in the club's 51-year history.
The debate was sparked by UK-based fan Allan Lwanga picking Kato while Robert Musoke in Jinja chose Onyango and Bushira Adam backed Musisi.
Long-time supporter Meddie Ssembajja known as Katanyonta and former chairman Capo Franco Mugabe both endorsed Hasule as the definitive Jogoos legend.
Hasule joined Villa from Mbale Heroes in late 1981 aged 22 while studying at Makerere University and spent his entire playing career at the club.
He captained the side for eight years and later coached Villa to further success after his playing days ended.
Versatility defined Hasule as he excelled at right-back, centre-half and in midfield for both club and Uganda Cranes with technique and tackling.
Columnist describes him as the heartbeat of Villa's never-say-die attitude that made the team unbreakable throughout the 1980s and 1990s.
The writer challenges current chairman Omar Ahmed Mandela to name his own favourite Villa player of all time.
Why Paul Hasule edges the Villa GOAT debate
Hasule ticked every box at Villa Park combining longevity loyalty leadership discipline character inspiration and winning mentality across his entire career.
- Joined from Mbale Heroes (Gangama FC) late 1981 aged 22
- Club captain for eight consecutive years
- Played right-back centre-half and midfield effectively
- Coached Villa after retirement guiding further success
- Called the heartbeat of Villa's never-say-die identity
- Endorsed by Katanyonta and Capo Franco Mugabe
Source: Uganda Observer
