On the fourth asking, youngster Alpha Thierry Ssali has netted his first-ever goal in the Uganda Premier League for his new side, Express Football Club.
Son to famous musician Moses Ssali alias Bebe Cool, the Uganda U-20 star scored as Express beat Soltilo Bright Stars FC 1-0 on Saturday at the Muteesa II Stadium, Wankulukuku.
With barely a sweat broken in the second minute, Ssali controlled a loose clearance in the box before thumping hard and high into the roof of the net.
The power on the ball had Bright Stars’ goalkeeper Emmanuel Derrick Were well beaten as he fell on the deck rather than save.
Ssali then ran to the corner flag excitedly, just as were the Express fans beside the pitch.
Bebe Cool, who has stood by his (Alpha) career since his toddler age, fist-pumped and instantly took to his socials to express his excitement.
While it’s the first official goal in Express colours, it’s Ssali’s second since he joined as he netted against UPDF FC In a preseason friendly encounter.
In the UPL, Ssali has now played four times, having featured in their victories against KCCA FC (2-1), and Busoga United (2-0), as well as in their stalemate with Mbarara City FC.
Meanwhile, Bright Stars, who are 13th with two points, will play host to defending champions, Vipers SC at Kavumba Recreation Center in their subsequent encounter.
