Eric Ndayishimiye better known as BAKAME, the legendary APR FC, Rayon Sports, Atraco FC and Amavubi goalkeeper, has announced his retirement from Football
On July 17, 2023, Bakame posted a note on his Instagram page announcing his retirement from football. Putting an end to his playing career and paving the way for a coaching career
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“This is the end. I’d want to use this opportunity to thank everyone who has supported me during my long and difficult career as a goalie in several clubs (Amavubi, J.S.K, AS Kigali, Atraco FC, APR FC, Rayon Sports, AFC Leopards, Police FC, and Bugesera)” said Eric Ndayishimiye
Eric Ndayishimiye continued: “I’d also like to thank everyone who has been a part of this journey.” Coaches, players, managers, fans, and my family who have supported me through the ups and downs of my playing career. I truly apologize for where I went wrong.”
“My career as a football player is coming to an end. I am grateful to the Almighty GOD for his guidance over the years.”
Bakame, 32, formerly played for Renaissance (J.SK) and Les Citadins before the two clubs merged to create AS Kigali. Later, he played for Atraco FC, APR FC, Rayon Sports, AS Kigali, and AFC Leopards in Kenya’s Premier League.
He last played for Police FC and Bugesera FC.
During his fantastic playing career, Bakame won the league title with Atraco FC in 2009, APR FC in 2010, 2011, and 2012, and Rayon Sports in 2017. The Rwandan custodian also won the CECAFA Kagame Cup twice, first with Atraco in 2009 and then again with Army side, APR FC, a year later.
He left a legacy in his wake as He and Mohamed Mossi (Rayon Sports in 1998) are the only Rwandan goalkeepers to win the CECAFA Kagame Cup outside of the country. Bakame and Atraco won the 2009 Kagame Cup by defeating El Merreikh 1-0.
Bakame is likely to succeed Charles Hakizimana “Macali” as Bugesera goalkeeping coach. Ground Sports wishes this legend a prosperous coaching career as he did on the field.
