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David Owori, Soccer Star and SC Villa Captain, Killed by Robbers

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 10:56 AM

Last updated Aug 6, 2026

David Owori, Soccer Star and SC Villa Captain, Killed by Robbers

Summary

David Owori, a 27-year-old footballer and captain of Sports Club Villa in Uganda, was fatally attacked by robbers on the night of August 4 near his home in Kampala. Owori was reportedly assaulted while attempting to prevent the thieves from stealing his cellphone. After being found by passersby, he was taken to Sir Albert Cook Hospital, then referred to Case Hospital for specialized care, where he died the following day. His team and the Ugandan national squad have issued tributes, highlighting his dedication and leadership. Local police are conducting an investigation into the incident.

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•David Owori attacked on August 4 in Kampala.
•He died in the hospital on August 5 after the assault.
•Owori was attempting to stop thieves from stealing his phone.
•Sports Club Villa and Uganda Cranes paid tribute to him.
•Police are investigating the circumstances of the attack.

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10:56 AMYahoo Sports — International Soccer Star, 27, Beaten to Death by Robbers Near His Home: Police

What they're saying

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David Owori, who captained Sports Club Villa in Uganda, was attacked on Aug. 4 after he tried to stop thieves from taking his phone, local officials said
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