Kenneth Semakula Al Ittihad Alexandria Scout Report
Kenneth Semakula
Quick Answer
Kenneth Semakula has played for Club Africain in Tunisia, Al-Arabi in Kuwait and Al-Adalah in Saudi Arabia, and has won 23 caps for the Uganda Cranes since his 2021 debut, before joining Al Ittihad Alexandria on 25 July 2026. His biggest strength is versatility and international experience; the key question — this report was written in his first days at the club — is whether he can adapt quickly to the pace of Egyptian football.
Player Info Card
| Full name | Kenneth Semakula |
| Date of birth | 4 November 2002 |
| Age | 23 |
| Place of birth | Uganda |
| Nationality | Uganda |
| Primary position | Defensive Midfielder |
| Shirt number | — |
| Current club | Al Ittihad Alexandria (25 July 2026 (new signing)) |
| Contract status | Not confirmed |
Career History
| Period | Club | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Career | Club Africain | Tunisia |
| Career | Al-Arabi | Kuwait |
| Career | Al-Adalah | Saudi Arabia |
| 2026-present | Al Ittihad Alexandria | Egyptian Premier League — new signing |
Since his Uganda Cranes debut in 2021, Semakula has become one of the national team’s trusted defensive/midfield options, earning 23 caps. His club career has taken him through Tunisia, Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, building broad international experience; he joined Al Ittihad Alexandria on 25 July 2026 for his first spell in Egyptian football. He is capable of playing both in front of the centre-backs and in central midfield.
Playing Style & Assessment
Semakula stands out for physical duel strength, ground coverage and positional flexibility — being able to play both as a screening midfielder and a central midfielder gives the coaching staff tactical options.
Strengths
- International experience — 23 caps make him a trusted Uganda Cranes player, used to international-level pressure.
- Positional versatility — Being able to play both defensive and midfield roles adds squad depth value.
- Broad international club experience — Time in Tunisia, Kuwait and Saudi Arabia points to strong adaptability across football cultures.
Development Areas
- No Egyptian league experience yet — His performance level at Al Ittihad has not yet been observed; the adaptation process is uncertain.
- Consistency question — Moving between several countries and clubs in a short span could point to difficulty settling long-term at one club.
- Attacking contribution — His career profile points mainly to a defensive/balancing role with limited goal and assist output.
Level Projection
Verdict: An experienced midfielder/defender at Uganda international level; worth tracking as a Süper Lig rotation option for physically combative teams, though his first performances in Egypt should be observed first.
Sporting Director’s Note
| Current level | Süper Lig rotation (early performances to be assessed) |
| Primary role | Defensive Midfielder |
| Transfer cost | Data insufficient |
| Key strength | International experience |
| Key risk | No Egyptian league experience yet |
| Scout verdict | Should be watched live |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Kenneth Semakula? A 23-cap Uganda Cranes midfielder/defender who joined Al Ittihad Alexandria in July 2026.
Which clubs has Kenneth Semakula played for? Club Africain (Tunisia), Al-Arabi (Kuwait) and Al-Adalah (Saudi Arabia).
Sources & Methodology
This report was compiled by cross-referencing Transfermarkt, the club’s official profile page, Wikipedia and accessible football data platforms. Tactical commentary and the level projection are GegenSports editorial assessments.
- NBS Sport — Kenneth Semakula joins Al Ittihad Alexandria
- Kawowo Sports — Uganda Cranes utility player Semakula joins Al Ittihad
- Transfermarkt — Kenneth Semakula transfer history
