Kampala, Uganda – June 20, 2025

Ugandan football giants SC Villa have announced the immediate appointment of Mr. Nemanja Milincic as their new Head Coach, following a crisis meeting chaired by Club President Mr. Omar Mandela. The move sees former coach Molly Byekwaso relieved of his duties by mutual consent after a turbulent run in the Uganda Premier League.

The decision comes as pressure mounted from Villa faithful who have voiced growing discontent over the team’s form during what was expected to be a title-contending season. Chairman Mandela addressed the concerns head-on, emphasizing that the club remains committed to building a successful and sustainable model with ambitions beyond the domestic league.

“We believe Mr. Milincic’s experience and leadership will be vital to our journey ahead. Our model is to become a successful club on the continent, and this appointment aligns with that vision,” Mandela stated.

A Proven Track Record

Nemanja Milincic, 37, is a Serbian-born coach who joins SC Villa with a solid résumé and UEFA Pro License, the highest coaching certification in European football. He also holds UEFA A, B, and C licenses and brings over a decade of experience working with clubs and national teams across Europe and the Middle East.

Notably, Milincic served as Assistant Coach of the Bulgarian national team during the 2022/23 campaign under Mladen Krstajić. His recent stints include assistant managerial roles at FK Napredak Kruševac in Serbia and analysis positions at elite clubs such as Al-Ettifaq FC, AEK Athens, and Al-Ahli SFC.

Milincic is known for favoring a 4-3-1-2 tactical formation, focusing on compact play, midfield dominance, and quick transitions — a style SC Villa fans may see implemented as early as pre-season.

Background and Stats

Date of Birth: February 19, 1988
Nationality: Serbian
Coaching License: UEFA Pro
Preferred Formation: 4-3-1-2
Recent Clubs:
- FK Napredak Kruševac (Assistant Manager)
- Bulgarian National Team (Assistant Coach)
- Al-Ettifaq FC, AEK Athens, Al-Ahli SFC (Match Analyst)

Although Milincic’s head coaching stats are yet to be built at SC Villa, his influence in European systems and analytical background could provide a fresh approach for the 17-time Uganda Premier League champions.

SC Villa Appoints former Bulgarian national team assistant Coach Amid Crisis Talks. 2 — Mr. Milincic Nemanja as Head Coach,

Looking Ahead

Milincic’s appointment marks a bold statement from SC Villa’s leadership as the club looks to rebuild its campaign and lay down a foundation for continental success. Fans and pundits alike will be watching closely to see how the Serbian tactician steers the ship in the coming weeks.

SC Villa will resume training under Milincic’s leadership ahead of their next fixture as the club aims to restore its dominance in Ugandan football.