South Sudan bets on homegrown coaches to rebuild struggling football sector
South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF) is turning inward in a bid to revive the country’s struggling game, placing emphasis on developing local coaching talent as both a practical necessity and a long-term reform strategy. The shift comes after 24 candidates completed a four-month CAF B Licence coaching course in Juba last week, the first major […]
Coach Dupuis exits Bright Stars after two years in charge
The South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF) has officially announced that it has mutually agreed to part ways with senior men’s national team head coach Nicolas Dupuis. It ended his tenure with the country’s national side, the South Sudan national football team, popularly known as the Bright Stars. The announcement was made during a press briefing […]
SSFF, CCPA align efforts for grassroots football growth
The South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF) and the Cross Cultures Project Association (CCPA) have aligned efforts to reignite grassroots football development following a high-level meeting in Juba. SSFF President Francis Amin Michael and Secretary General Bak Athian Bak met with a CCPA delegation led by Managing Director Anders Levinsen and Country Director Lat Tungwar to […]
SSFF board member Dok Deng appointed Melut county commissioner
Sebit Dok Deng, a Board Member of the South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF), has been appointed as the new Commissioner of Melut County. Deng is widely known within South Sudan’s football community for his active involvement in the governance and development of the sport. During his tenure on the SSFF Board, he worked closely with […]
South Sudan Football Federation signs new deal with Qatar
The South Sudan Football Federation signed a cooperation agreement with its Qatari counterpart, targeting long-term football development. The agreement was signed by SSFF President Mr. Francis Amin and QFA President Mr. Jassim bin Rashid Al-Buainain, reviving and expanding a Memorandum of Understanding first established in 2020. The renewed partnership focuses on enhancing football administration, national […]
Tristar extends SSFF partnership, urges transparent fund management
Tristar has renewed its one-year support to the South Sudan Football Federation, coupling the extension with a strong call for clearer, more accountable handling of football development funds. The renewed agreement, signed over the weekend, commits $250,000 toward the Bright Stars’ head coach, technical staff, and essential training equipment. The extension reinforces Tristar’s position as […]
South Sudan football federation seals partnership with AB sports
The SSFF has signed a major deal with AB Sports, boosting its drive to modernize football and enhance national team gear. The landmark two-year agreement was signed today by Mr. Sabit Dok, Chairman of the National Team Committee, together with Mr. Mohamed Albssam, Managing Director of AB Sports. Under the partnership, AB Sports will supply […]
Victor Lawrence Lual Out, Bak Madut In as SSFF Secretary General
The South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF) has announced a major administrative change, appointing Adv. Bak Athian Bak Madut as its new Secretary General, replacing Mr. Victor Lawrence Lual, who has been relieved of his duties. The announcement came during the 4th Ordinary Executive Committee Meeting held on Friday at the Federation’s headquarters in Juba. The […]
South Sudan coach Dupuis Suspended for 15 days after fiery press conference
The South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF) has suspended national team Head Coach Nicolas Dupuis for fifteen days following his fiery post-match remarks after the Bright Stars’ heavy 5–0 defeat to Senegal in the FIFA World Cup qualifiers on Friday. In a tense post-match press conference held in Juba, the French tactician was asked by a […]
SSFF and Molobur community join forces to secure Stadium land
South Sudanese football may be on the cusp of a major breakthrough as the South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF) and the Molobur Development Association come together to fast-track the acquisition of land for a future stadium. The high-level meeting, held this week in Juba, brought together SSFF President Francis Amin Michael, First Deputy Makur Majok, […]
