El Merriekh Bentiu FC crowned South Sudan champions after historic domestic double

El Merriekh Bentiu FC have etched their name firmly into South Sudanese football history after completing a remarkable domestic double in the current season, sealing both the Premier League title and the South Sudan Cup.

The Bentiu-based club delivered a season of consistency, resilience, and dominance to rise above their domestic rivals and claim the league crown, before capping off their campaign with triumph in the national cup competition.

Their Premier League success was built on a strong run of results, marked by disciplined defending and efficient finishing, which kept them ahead of challengers throughout the season.

The title win reaffirmed their status as one of the country’s emerging football powerhouses.

The success did not end there. El Merriekh Bentiu FC carried their league form into the cup competition, navigating through the knockout stages with determination and composure.

In the final, they held their nerve to secure the South Sudan Cup, completing a rare and celebrated domestic double.

The achievement marks one of the most successful seasons in the club’s history and is expected to boost their profile ahead of future continental competitions, where they will look to represent South Sudan with pride.

For supporters, the double represents more than silverware—it signals the rise of a team capable of sustained excellence in a growing football landscape.