The Ugandan had his first appearance in the top-tier of 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) Co-Hosts.
After a one and half year at Rayon Sport in Rwanda, Charles Bbaale made a transfer to Kenyan giants, Gor Mahia.
The debut for the former SC Villa sniper had all sorts of mixed emotions on Saturday though it ended in a 2-1 triumph.
The K’Ogalo away to Mathare United had Bbaale start the encounter on bench at Dandora Stadium in Kenya’s capital, Nairobi.
Ironically, the hosts took the lead first through Elli Asieche before Gor Mahia stagged a comeback to secure all the three points on the road.
In the 20th minute, Aphonce Omija restored parity with a bullet header, capitalizing on a beautiful delivery from the right wing.
The introduction of Bbale in the second half played a huge role for the visitors, with his presence on the turf piling more pressure on Mathare defense.
About 18 minutes to go, Gor Mahia won a penalty that was well converted by Ghanaian midfielder Enock Morrison.
The victory was a double joy for newcomers Bbaale, and head coach Sinisa Mihic who was appointed few days ago to this fixture.
The K’Ogalo sit third on the Kenyan Premier League table, four points (34 pts) behind leaders Kenya Police.
