Скачать или смотреть Deng vies for SSFF presidency with bold reform agenda.

In the ongoing race to lead the South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF), Teng Deng, a seasoned football coach and former international player, has taken the lead by advocating for self-sufficiency, unity, and gender equality in South Sudan football.

Having played professionally for 15 years in the UK and the USA, Deng is well-acquainted with global football standards. Yet, he expressed frustration over South Sudan’s limited progress on the international stage.

“I got tired of being asked the question is why South Sudan isn’t doing well? We've seen South Sudanese do well in other sports but represent other countries whether it's running, wrestling, football, basketball. What is the problem exactly?” Deng told The Radio Community (TRC) in an interview on Thursday.

His experience abroad inspired him to return home in 2020, hoping to contribute his expertise.