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It is worth noting that Tinga departs without having made an official appearance for the Kitende side, apart from participating in an international friendly against AS Kigali at Kitende over a month ago.
Vipers SC, the reigning champions of the Uganda Premier League, has decided to part ways with talented Brazilian midfielder Luiz Otavio Santos de Araujo, commonly known as Tinga.
This decision comes after only two months since his arrival at the club.
Tinga's two-year contract has been terminated by mutual agreement between both parties involved.
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11:48 - 14.09.2023
FOOTBALL St Mary's Stadium: The last time Vipers' fortress experienced a domestic defeat?
Thanks to their remarkable record at home, Vipers SC not only managed to defend their Uganda Premier League title but also secure their first-ever domestic double.
He now joins the ranks of Giancarlo Lopez Rodriguez, the first Brazilian player to leave Vipers during this transfer window, who departed over a week ago.
In addition to the Brazilian duo, Ivorian forward Desire Tety also left St Mary's Stadium, Kitende, with the consent of the club.
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12:36 - 13.09.2023
SPORTS GIST Burna Boy: Nigerian music icon set to perform at Nakivubo Stadium grand opening
Burna Boy is arguably Africa’s most expensive artiste, but the 'Love Damini' star is set for his third show in Uganda midway through next year.
These recent developments mark significant changes within Vipers' squad.
It is worth noting that Tinga departs without having made an official appearance for the Kitende side, apart from participating in an international friendly against AS Kigali at Kitende over a month ago.
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12:57 - 06.09.2023
FOOTBALL Official: Why Brazilian Giancarlo Rodriguez has left Vipers
The 33 year-old became the first Brazilian player to sign and play in Uganda when he joined the Venoms.
Despite the unfortunate turn of events, Vipers had placed great expectations on Tinga, particularly for their CAF Champions League campaign.
However, their aspirations were dashed in the preliminary round by Jwaneng Galaxy.
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14:56 - 13.09.2023
FOOTBALL Top Six Ugandan players that have had failed stints in North Africa
Some of the best Ugandan talents have joined African Arab countries, including Morocco and Egypt, yet for some reason or the other, they almost always unprecedentedly return home.
Tinga's previous football experience includes playing for renowned clubs such as Ponte Preta, Palmeiras, Ceara SC, Figueirense, Avai in Brazil, and Jubilo Iwata in Japan.
He has also represented Suphanburi FC in Thailand, Joinville SC, Santo Andre, CRB, Umm Salai SC, Vila Nova FC, Santa Cruz, Volta Redonda, Botafogo PB, and Marcilio Dias.
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12:06 - 13.09.2023
SPORTS GIST Nakivubo Stadium: 'There is nothing to celebrate about a training ground' - critics lash out
However, while some feel Nakivubo Stadium will bring a new lease of life into the sports sector, others have poked holes into the stadium's standards and believe there's nothing worth celebrating.
Despite the departure of Tinga, Vipers still boasts a formidable midfield, comprising of talented players like Marvin Joseph Youngman, Nzau Lutumba, David Bagoole, Karim Watambala, Siraje Ssentamu, and many others. The club remains dedicated to its pursuit of success.
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16:40 - 13.09.2023
SPORTS GIST Ykee Benda, Bruno K's 'strong' message to Ham Kiggundu on Nakivubo's new look
The grateful reactions included appreciation from musicians Wycliffe Tugume, alias Ykee Benda, and Bruno Kiggundu, aka Bruno K.
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