Jamus FC Juba Crowned Champions of South Sudan Premier League 2024/2025
By Denilson Deneki
Jamus FC Juba has been officially crowned the champions of the inaugural South Sudan Premier League for the 2024/2025 season, following a commanding 5-1 victory over Al-Hilal Wau. This outstanding performance marked the culmination of a fiercely competitive season and secured Jamus FC’s spot in the upcoming CAF Champions League, where they will represent South Sudan on the continental stage.
Jamus FC finished the season at the top of the league table with 68 points, edging out runners-up Kator FC Juba, who concluded with 62 points. Their consistent excellence throughout the season has established them as a symbol of football prowess in the country.
Top Performers and Awards
In addition to Jamus FC’s team success, individual players and coaches received recognition for their outstanding contributions:
Top Scorer: Christopher Kiirya – Koryom FC Bor (24 goals)
Best Goalkeeper: Godwill Yugusuk – Kator FC
Best Player: George Rodriguez – Jamus FC
Best Coach: Jean-Claude Loboko – Jamus FC Head Coach
These awards highlight the rising talent and dedication across South Sudanese football, emphasizing the league’s growing competitive spirit.
As champions, Jamus FC will participate in the CAF Champions League, while Kator FC, as the league’s runners-up, will compete in the CAF Confederation Cup. This achievement marks a historic milestone for South Sudanese football and signifies significant progress in integrating the country into the continental football scene.
At the bottom of the table, Young Stars of Torit and Nile City of Yambio were relegated after a challenging season that saw each team earn only 5 points.
The South Sudan Football Association (SSFA), through its leadership and organizing committee, expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Government of South Sudan, all participating clubs, dedicated players, passionate fans, and sponsors—particularly MTN South Sudan—for their vital support in making this season a success.
“This season has been a true milestone in the journey of South Sudanese football. The support we’ve received from all corners of the country has been overwhelming. Together, we are laying a strong foundation for the future of the sport in our nation,” stated an SSFA representative.
Special thanks were also extended to media outlets for their coverage and promotion of the league across the country.
As the inaugural season concludes, attention now shifts to the future. The achievements of this season have energized fans nationwide and set the stage for further development of football in South Sudan.
With increasing investment, emerging talent, and growing passion for the game, South Sudan is poised to make a significant impact both regionally and on the continental stage.
