Bobi Wine leads tributes honouring the late coach Sam Timbe
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The former head coach of URA FC met his demise en route from St Catherine Hospital to Nakasero Hospital on Saturday.
"We stand united with Uganda's football community in mourning the loss of the esteemed coach Sam Timbe," Bobi Wine expressed in a message on his social media channels.
We join the football fraternity in Uganda to mourn the death of veteran coach Sam Timbe. Through his able hands, the talent of some of the best Ugandan footballers the world has seen was nurtured. Sending heartfelt condolences to his family and everyone else that cherished him.… pic.twitter.com/6e1eKZOaSK
— BOBI WINE (@HEBobiwine) August 21, 2023
"Through his skilful guidance, the talents of some of Uganda's finest football players were nurtured, leaving an indelible mark on the world stage. Our deepest condolences go out to his family and all those who held him dear."
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His passing followed a brief period of illness; URA reported that he had trained with the team on Friday in anticipation of a FUFA Super 8 semi-final match against KCCA FC.
'Coach Sam Timbe was one of the best and most decorated coaches in Uganda, winning trophies in 4 different countries. He lived the whole life of a sportsman serving football in all capacities, from playing and coaching, among other roles.' - FUFA President Hon @MosesMagogo… pic.twitter.com/sgyTagDZ9h
— FUFA (@OfficialFUFA) August 21, 2023
Timbe, who began his career as a goalkeeper for Coffee FC, also contributed to the national team between 1978 and 1983, though he did not earn a cap.
You worked so hard and always followed the path of honesty. Forever grateful. Rest in Eternal Peace Coach Sam Timbe🙏🙏 pic.twitter.com/LpEPCJfsLr
— Joshua Letti Lubwama (@LubwamaJoshua5) August 21, 2023
Throughout his coaching career, Timbe worked with various clubs and teams, including SC Villa, Atraco, Young Africans, Police, Coffee, Lyantonde, UPDF, Mbale Heroes, Sofapaka, She Kobs, and the Uganda U-19 national team.
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Notably, he took the helm of Tusker FC in Kenya. Also, he contributed to the Malaysian Premier League as coach of Persatuan Bolasepak Sarawak FC in 2020 before rejoining URA FC in 2021.
The Board, Management and Staff of URA extend our sincerest condolences to the family of the Late Sam Timbe and the football community upon the loss of @URAFC_Official's beloved Head Coach.
— Uganda Revenue Authority (@URAuganda) August 20, 2023
Football has indeed lost an icon!
Rest in Peace, Legend.🕊️#RIPTimbe#OneTeamOneDream pic.twitter.com/tSvciVaeRo
Timbe's coaching legacy includes two league titles: SC Villa (2004), Atraco (2008), and Young Africans (2010/2011).
Rest in peace @URAFC_Official head coach Sam Timbe.
— Hajji Hassan Badru Zziwa (@BadruZziwa) August 19, 2023
Until we meet again!! pic.twitter.com/5mPityP2Zs
Furthermore, he secured four CECAFA titles during his coaching tenure, with SC Villa (2005), Police (2006), Atraco (2009), and Young Africans (2011).
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