Edward Kizza was born on 17 December 1998 and is a Ugandan professional footballer who plays as a forward for Indy Eleven in the USL Championship.
11 Facts About Edward Kizza
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Edward Kizza spent his first year of high school at Carlisle School before joining the Montverde Academy near Orlando, Florida.
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On 17 March 2017, Edward Kizza committed to playing college soccer with the Pittsburgh Panthers, despite looking at offers from the Clemson Tigers and Wake Forest Demon Deacons.
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Edward Kizza completed his freshman college season with 4 goals in 15 matches, earning an ACC All-Freshman team selection.
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Edward Kizza then scored 12 goals during his junior and final season with the Panthers, appearing in all 20 matches that season.
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On 8 October 2020, it was announced that Edward Kizza had parted ways with the Pittsburgh Panthers, despite appearing and scoring in two exhibition matches.
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Edward Kizza would go on to not play his senior season with the Panthers.
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On 21 January 2021, despite not appearing in the 2020 NCAA season, Edward Kizza was selected with the 24th overall pick by the New England Revolution in the MLS SuperDraft.
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On 5 March 2021, Edward Kizza signed a professional contract with the New England Revolution after impressing the coaching staff in pre-season.
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On 13 January 2023, Edward Kizza made his move to the Riverhounds permanent.
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Edward Kizza joined Indy Eleven on 3 December 2024, becoming the first Ugandan player in club history.