Moses Basena

Moses Basena (born 25 November 1967) is a Ugandan football coach who has managed the Uganda national team and several other clubs in Uganda and other countries in East Africa.

He has had an extensive managerial career, both at the club and national team levels, including roles as an assistant coach for the Uganda national team.

Early life and education

Moses Basena was born in Buikwe, Uganda. He attended Makindu Primary School from 1973 to 1979, followed by St. James Secondary School, where he completed both his O and A levels between 1981 and 1986. His early education laid the groundwork for a disciplined approach that he later applied in his football and coaching career. The midfielder won three Uganda Premier League trophies in 1990, 1991, and 1993 with Sports Club Villa as a player.

Coaching style and philosophy Basena's coaching style is characterized by a focus on discipline, tactical versatility, and ball retention. He is known for adapting his strategies to match his team's strengths and his opponent's weaknesses, often emphasizing defensive solidity and counter-attacking play.