Shafiq Kagimu
Shafiq Kuchi Kagimu (born 28 November 1998) is a Ugandan professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for AP Brera Strumica, on loan from FK Rabotnički, and the Uganda national team. Club careerBorn in Nsambya,[2] he played youth football for Zebra FC, Kampala Junior Team and Water FC.[3] He began his senior career with Uganda Revenue Authority in 2015.[2] At the end of the 2016–17 season he was nominated for the 'Best Midfielder' award at the UPL Awards.[3][4] In April 2019 he said that he was being played in more attacking roles, resulting in better form and more goals.[5] After playing in Kenya for Gor Mahia, he signed for Macedonian club FK Rabotnički in August 2023.[6] International careerKagimu played for Uganda U20 during the COSAFA U-20 Tournament which was held in Zambia in 2017.[7] He made his debut on 6 December 2017 against Zambia U20 at Arthur Davies Stadium.[8] Kagimu has played for Uganda U23 during the TOTAL AFCON U-23 Qualifiers.[9] He made his debut on 14 November 2018 against South Sudan U23 at Star Times Stadium in a 1–0 victory.[10] He made his senior international debut for Uganda in 2017.[2] Personal lifeHe is nicknamed "Kuchi".[3] He studied for a degree in Procurement and Logistics management at Kampala University.[3] References
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