Herbert Achayi
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Herbert Achayi | ||
| Date of birth | August 8, 1999 | ||
| Height | 1.85 m (6 ft 1 in) | ||
| Position | Defender | ||
| Team information | |||
Current team | KCCA FC | ||
| Youth career | |||
| KCCA FC Academy | |||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 2017–2023 | KCCA FC | ||
| 2024–2025 | Express FC | 22 | (0) |
| 2025–Present | KCCA FC | ||
| International career‡ | |||
| 2022–Present | Uganda Cranes | 2 | (0) |
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* Club domestic league appearances and goals as of 20 August 2025 ‡ National team caps and goals as of 20 August 2025 | |||
Herbert Achayi (born 8 August 1999) is a Ugandan professional footballer who plays as a defender for KCCA FC in the Uganda Premier League and the Uganda national football team.[1]
Early career
Achayi began his football development at the KCCA FC Academy before being promoted to the senior team in 2017.[2]
Club career
KCCA FC (2017–2023)
Achayi spent six years with KCCA during his first spell, winning the 2018–19 Uganda Premier League title with the club.[3]
Express FC (2024–2025)
In 2024, Achayi joined Express FC, making 22 appearances in the 2024–25 season and completing 1,980 minutes of play.[4]
Return to KCCA FC (2025–present)
On 12 July 2025, KCCA announced the return of Achayi on a two-year contract.[1] He expressed his excitement, stating: "It feels incredible to be back home... I am ready to give my all."[5]
International career
Achayi made his debut for the Uganda national football team in 2022.[6] He was also included in the squad for the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN).[7]
Style of play
Achayi is a versatile defender capable of playing both as a full-back and centre-back. He is noted for his physicality, aerial strength, and tactical awareness.[2]
Honours
- KCCA FC
- Uganda Premier League: 2018–19[3]
Career statistics
| Season | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024–25 | Express FC | Uganda Premier League | 22 | 0 |
References
- 1 2 "Herbert Achai returns to KCCA". UPL. Uganda Premier League. 12 July 2025. Retrieved 20 August 2025.
- 1 2 Kayiira, Jackson (11 July 2025). "Herbert Achai: Versatile defender returns at KCCA". Kawowo Sports. Retrieved 20 August 2025.
- 1 2 "KCCA crowned 2018–19 StarTimes Uganda Premier League Champions". FUFA. 4 May 2019. Retrieved 20 August 2025.
- ↑ "Transfers: Herbert Achayi returns to KCCA for second stint". Sports Blaze Uganda. 12 July 2025. Retrieved 20 August 2025.
- ↑ "KCCA announce re-signing of defender Herbert Achayi". Africa Top Sports. 12 July 2025. Retrieved 20 August 2025.
- ↑ "Herbert Achai Stats". ESPN. Retrieved 20 August 2025.
- ↑ "Herbert Achai profile". BeSoccer. Retrieved 20 August 2025.