Alpha Thierry Ssali (born 29 December 2003) is a Ugandan footballer who plays as a forward for KCCA FC in the Uganda Premier League. He has represented the Uganda national football team at youth international levels.
Early life Alpha Thierry Ssali was born on 29 December 2003 in Kampala, Uganda.Soccerway (2003-12-29). "Alpha Ssali Profile". Retrieved 2025-09-03. He is the son of Ugandan artist Moses Ssali (known professionally as Bebe Cool) and Zuena Kirema.BigEye Uganda (2024-06-20). "Bebe Cool and family thrilled after son Alpha's debut at the Uganda national team". Retrieved 2025-09-03. He was named in homage to French striker Thierry Henry.
Ssali developed his football skills at the Proline Soccer Academy, where he captained the under-17 side.
Club career Proline FC Ssali made his senior debut for Proline FC during the Stanbic Uganda Cup on 6 April 2021 and scored in a 4–1 victory over MYDA FC.Daily Express (2021-04-06). "Bebe Cool’s son Alpha Ssali scores as Proline put 4 past MYDA FC in Uganda Cup". Retrieved 2025-09-03.
Express FC In August 2023, he signed a two-year contract with Express FC, making 35 appearances and scoring three goals during his spell.Pulse Sports Uganda (2023-08-13). "Alpha Thierry Ssali joins Premier League side after Proline exit". Retrieved 2025-09-03.
In December 2023, Express confirmed that Ssali missed a league fixture due to malaria.Pulse Sports Uganda (2023-12-08). "Express star Alpha Ssali out with malaria". Retrieved 2025-09-03.
NEC FC In January 2025, Ssali joined NEC FC on a two-year deal.The Sports Role (2025-01-27). "NEC FC officially unveils Alpha Thierry Ssali from Express FC". Retrieved 2025-09-03. Head coach Hussein Mbalangu stated that Ssali was still adapting to the team’s style of play prior to his debut.Swift Sports Uganda (2025-02-15). "Alpha is yet to adapt to our style – Mbalangu". Retrieved 2025-09-03.
Trials in Spain In early 2025, Ssali underwent trials with Khaled Catalunya Management in Spain, though his father clarified that he had not signed with a Spanish club and would return to Uganda to finish the season.Pulse Uganda (2025-01-13). "Bebe Cool breaks silence on Alpha Ssali joining Spanish club". Retrieved 2025-09-03. Later reports linked him to a possible move to Racing Ferrol in Spain’s Segunda División.The Nerve Africa (2025-01-15). "Alpha Ssali heads to Spain ahead of possible move to Racing Ferrol". Retrieved 2025-09-03.
KCCA FA On 6 September 2025, the Kampala Capital City Authority FC announced the signing Alpha Ssali on a two year contract until 2027.
International career Ssali made his debut for the Uganda U20 in 2020 at the CECAFA U-20 Championship, in a match against Burundi. He has also represented Uganda at under-23 level and has been considered for the senior Uganda Cranes.Pulse Sports Uganda (2024-02-14). "Alpha Ssali part of Uganda’s U20 squad for All-Africa Games". Retrieved 2025-09-03.
Style of play Ssali is primarily deployed as a winger, though he can also play as a second striker. Coaches have described him as a pacey and versatile forward with strong dribbling skills and the ability to create scoring opportunities for teammates.Swift Sports Uganda (2023-09-15). "Alpha Ssali tipped to become Uganda’s next big attacking star". Retrieved 2025-09-03. NEC head coach Hussein Mbalangu praised his technical ability but noted that he is still adapting to the physical demands of top-flight football.
Career statistics Club + Club appearances and goals Club Season(s) League Apps Goals Proline FC 2021–2023 Uganda First Division Express FC 2023–2025 Uganda Premier League 35 3 NEC FC 2025–Present Uganda Premier League
International + International appearances and goals National team Years Apps Goals Uganda U20 2020– – – Uganda U23 2022– – – Uganda 2023– – –
Honours Uganda U20 CECAFA U-20 Championship: 2020CAF Online (2020-12-02). "Uganda beat Tanzania to win CECAFA U20 Challenge Cup". Retrieved 2025-09-03.
Personal life Ssali is the second-born son of Ugandan musician Bebe Cool and Zuena Kirema. He has occasionally performed alongside his father at concerts.Pulse Sports Uganda (2023-12-27). "Express star Alpha Ssali wows audience as he performs with father Bebe Cool on stage". Retrieved 2025-09-03.
See also
Reagan Mpande Allan Okello Rogers Ochaki Torach
References
External links Profile at Soccerway Profile at Pulse Sports Uganda