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Iddi Batambuze

b. 1972

Ugandan association football player

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About Iddi Batambuze

Born 1972. Iddi Batambuze is an Ugandan association football player.

Iddi Batambuze (born 12 November 1972) is a Ugandan former footballer who last played as a midfielder for Arambagh.

Early life

Batambuze started his career in Uganda, where he was described as "one of the midfielders to watch in his heyday... most fans will remember him for his time at Villa where he partnered the likes of Edgar Watson, James Odoch and Hakim Magumba to devastating effect".

Club career

Batambuze signed for Vietnamese side SLNA, helping the club win the league. He was awarded the Best Foreign Player in Vietnam in 2000 and 2001. However, he was then described as "showing signs of indiscipline and loose living... the SLNA coaching staff often used him as examples of discipline and moderate living". This was described as the result of "consequences of "chaotic" nights at discos... drugged nights with prostitutes".

International career Batambuze first played for the Uganda national football team for the 1994 African Cup of Nations qualification.

Style of play

Batambuze mainly operated as a midfielder and was known for his strength.

Personal life

Batambuze learned to speak Vietnamese.

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Iddi Batambuze?

Ugandan association football player

When was Iddi Batambuze born?

Iddi Batambuze was born on 12 November 1972 in Kampala.

What is Iddi Batambuze's occupation?

Iddi Batambuze is an association football player.

What nationality is Iddi Batambuze?

Iddi Batambuze is Ugandan.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Iddi Batambuze

· Wikidata: Q18021013

· DBpedia: Iddi Batambuze

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