David Owori: SC Villa Captain Hospitalised After Brutal Attack Near His Home

SC Villa captain David Owori is currently receiving emergency medical treatment after being violently targeted by unknown assailants near his residence on Tuesday night.

The versatile right-back was admitted to Case Clinic in Kampala following the incident, which occurred around 8:00 pm in Makindye.

Initial reports circulating on social media erroneously suggested that the Ugandan defender had been involved in a motorcycle taxi (boda boda) accident.

However, club management quickly moved to clarify the situation, confirming that Owori had been physically ambushed by thugs.

Addressing the public via social media, SC Villa spokesperson Asan Kasingye confirmed the severity of the skipper's condition.

"Our SC Villa Captain David Owori was attacked last night near his home in Makindye at around 8 p.m. by unknown thugs," Kasingye stated.

"He’s critically injured and admitted at Case Clinic. Our President will be addressing the press about this developing story. Get well soon, son. Our prayers."

Club President Al Hajji Omar Mandela is expected to hold a formal press briefing to provide further updates on Owori's health status and any ongoing law enforcement investigations.

David Owori remains one of the most experienced and dependable figures within the SC Villa squad. Currently in his second spell with the 17-time Uganda Premier League champions, he has firmly established himself as one of the top right-backs in the league, earning widespread respect for his work rate and leadership on and off the pitch.

The timing of the attack comes as a major blow to the Jogoos ahead of their competitive schedule. SC Villa are set to face Maroons FC in the second leg of the FUFA Super 8 tournament this Friday at the Hamz Stadium in Nakivubo.

With David Owori ruled out indefinitely, defender Andrew Okumu is expected to wear the captain's armband and anchor the side for the crucial fixture.