Uganda U20 Women’s National Team head coach Ayub Khalifa Kiyingi is impressed with the progress of his charges as preparations for the forthcoming encounter against Kenya intensify.
Whereas his team lost 1-0 to Crested Cranes in a build-up match on Tuesday, the gaffer is contented with the performance of the players.
“It was a very good performance. There were some impressing results although we lost 1-0 but I was comfortable with the way the players expressed themselves,” he stated before adding, “there is a lot of improvement when you look at the way these girls came, the first time they were here, they were in a bad shape.”
Kiyinigi is however, concerned with the ineffectiveness in the final third, given the numerous chances that the team failed to put away in the practice match against Crested Cranes.
The only thing we need to work on is the finishing side. “It is a bit tricky in that I need to identify the individuals that are a bit sharper and clinical in the box. I have tried about three or four but I have to go back to the drawing board and pick amongst the players I have to find the best.
Uganda will face Kenya in the first round of the 2022 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers with the first leg slated for 23rd -25th September in Nairobi. The return leg on the other hand will be played between 7th -9th October.
Four players from Lady Doves have today joined Crested Cranes camp at FUFA Technical Centre as the team intensifies preparations for the 2021 COSAFA Women’s Championship.
Goalkeeper Daisy Nakaziro, midfielder Reticia Nabbosa, wingers Norah Alupo and Spencer Nakacwa joined the rest of the team on Tuesday afternoon.
The quartet were part of Lady Doves team that featured at the just concluded CAF Women’s Champions League in Nairobi, Kenya.
Head Coach George Lutalo indicated the arrival of the aforementioned players bolsters the camp.
“The arrival of the four players is good news because they have been active with Lady Doves and I do not doubt their fitness levels. We are happy to have them and hope they make us better.” Lutalo indicated.
The gaffer also confirmed that striker Fazila Ikwaput who had earlier been summoned is ruled out after picking an injury during the CAF Women’s Champions League.
“It is unfortunate that we shall not have Fazila Ikwaput because she picked up an injury. We only wish her quick recovery for now and hope she can join us in the next engagements.
The Crested Cranes will play at the COSAFA Women’s Championship between 28th September – 9th October.
The tournament will be used as a precursor for the 2022 Africa Women Cup of Nations Qualifiers against Ethiopia slated for October.
The Uganda Senior Women National Team (Crested Cranes) overcame the Uganda U20 Women’s National Team in a practice match played on Tuesday at the FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.
Resty Nanziri scored the lone goal of the game midway through the second half, heading home from close range.
Sandra Nabweteme (Right) and Aisha Nantongo fight for the ball.
The two teams are preparing for different engagements and are both in residential camp at the FUFA Technical Centre.
The Crested Cranes are preparing to play at the 2021 COSAFA Women’s Championship in South Africa (between 28th September -9th October) while the U20 on the other side are preparing to face Kenya at the first round of the 2022 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers.
In a closely contested game, the U20 side coached by Ayub Khalifan Kiyingi got out of the blocks first, making several inroads but lacked the cutting edge in the final third.
Fauzia Najjemba and Grace Aluka had attempts from free kicks but goalkeeper Ruth Aturo was equal to the effort on both occasions.
Hasifa Nassuna
On the other hand, Nanziri posed the big threat to the U20 Women’s National Team backline and nearly put the Crested Cranes in the lead at the 35th minute mark when Sandra Nabweteme released her.
In the second half, either side called for changes with Crested Cranes bringing on Laki Otandeka, Marion Amangat and Sharon Naddunga for Amina Nababbi, Anita Namata and Nabweteme respectively.
Otandeka who plays for New Jersey FC came with instant impact and was very resourceful down the right flank.
She provided the lone goal of the game, beating Sumaya Komuntale for pace before delivering a well weighted cross that Nanziri nodded home.
The U20 Team also made changes with Margaret Kunihira and Zaina Nandede injecting more pace in search for a goal.
Kiyingi despite losing picked some positives and hopes to rectify the mistakes made.
“I’m pleased with the performance from the girls despite not winning. We were dominant in some aspects but we lacked the sharpness in front of goal. I have the belief that we shall work on that going forward and build on the strength realized.” He said.
His Counterpart, George Lutalo indicated the game helped him to have a clear picture of the team.
“I was able to see where the team stands in terms of fitness and performance. Both teams played very well and I’m confident that the time we have now and the COSAFA Championship will be enough for us to get into the best shape.”
The two teams will face off again on Friday in another practice match.
Defender Jolly Kobusinge is optimistic Uganda has the ability to play at next year’s FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup in Costa Rica.
The left back believes the current squad in camp at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru preparing to face Kenya in the Qualifiers has the ability to go all the way and attain the aforementioned target.
“For us as a team, our main objective is qualify for the World Cup and we are working towards achieving that. Everyone from coaches to players is focused towards the target. ” She noted.
Kobusinge is who the captain at FUFA Women Super League outfit Tooro Queens is also thankful that the technical team appointed him as one of the player leaders.
“It is my pleasure to be summoned to the Uganda U20 Women’s National Team and I’m very privileged for the technical team to have appointed me as the assistant captain.”
Fauzia Najjemba, Aisha Nantongo and Kobusinge were appointed as captain, 1st assistant captain and 2nd assistant captain in that order.
Uganda will play Kenya in Nairobi between 23rd -25th September before a return leg in Kampala two weeks later.
Striker Laki Otandeka is delighted to be part of the National Team fold again after five years. The forward last featured for the Crested Cranes in 2016 at the CECAFA Women’s Championship that was hosted at the FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.
Laki Otandeka celebrating with Hasifa Nassuna at the
Otandeka is now part of the team preparing to play at the COSAFA Women’s Championship in South Africa slated for 28th September -9th October 2021.
“I feel really great and I’m glad that I got a call up to play for the National Team. It is always a privilege to be here playing for the country and I just hope that I will have a positive impact on the team.” She indicated.
This will be the second time that the Crested Cranes will play at the COSAFA Women’s Championship. The first appearance came in 2018 and Uganda finished third.
The tournament will be used as a precursor for the 2022 Africa Women Cup of Nations (AWCON) Qualifiers due next month. Uganda will face Ethiopia at the first round phase.
Viola Namuddu (Makerere University WFC), Shadia Nankya (UCU Lady Cardinals FC), Eunice Ariokot (Olila High School WFC), Bridget Nabisaalu (She Corporate FC), Phoebe Banura (UCU Lady Cardinals FC), Yudayah Nakayenze (Lindey Wilson College, USA), Justin Kizza Najjuko (She Maroons FC), Asia Nakibuuka (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC)
Midfielders
Joan Naggayi (She Maroons FC), Rhoda Nanziri (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Kautharah Naluyima (She Maroons FC), Sheebah Zalwango (Asubo Gafford Ladies FC), Phiona Nabbumba (She Corporate FC), Grace Nassongo (Amuria High School FC), Amina Nababi (Makerere University WFC), Resty Kobusobozi (Tooro Queens FC), Anita Namata (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC)
Forwards
Hasifa Nassuna (UCU Lady Cardinals FC), Sharon Nadunga (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Resty Nanziri (Kampala Queens FC), Sandra Nabweteme (Fimleikafélag Hafnarfjarðar, Iceland), Laki Otandeka (New Jersey Copa FC, USA)
Majority of Ugandan players in the diaspora returned in action over the weekend at their respective clubs after the International break.
From the CAF Champions league, to Confederation cup, and league action across the globe, 102.1 FUFA Fm’s Ronnie Lusulire who also does Tugukyangira Bunayira every Tuesday from 10pm-12MidNight kept close tabs on them to find out who was in and who was out.
USA.
Crested Cranes duo of Tracy Jones Akiror and Yudaya Nakayenze played full time and did a commendable job as their Lindsey Wilson Women soccer side beat Oklahoma based side 2-1 John Brown.
Roving left back Mustafa Kizza was introduced in the 65th minute for Brault Guillard and had his goal scoring opportunity saved later as his CF Montreal lost 1-0 against Nashville in the MLS.
Fast improving forward Edward Kizza started and had an assist in the 21st minute before going off in the 61st minute as his New England Revolution beat New York City 2-1 in the MLS.
Mike Azira played 79 minutes and also got booked in the 77th minute as his New Mexico lost 1-0 at Austin Bold in the USL championship.
Israel.
Forward William Luwagga got off the Mark at his new side Hapoel Nof Hagalil as they beat Netanya 3-1. He netted in the 89th minute after coming on in the 89th minute.
Bayo Fahad and Timothy Awany both played full time as their Ashdod FC side lost 3-1 against Hapoel Haifa.
Denmark
Custodian Vanessa Karungi played 90 minutes and kept a clean sheet as her B93 claimed a 2-0 win over Varde IF.
Midfielder Robert Kakeeto featured for his division 2 side Skive I.K as they lost 1-0 at FA 2000. He is on loan from Aalborg for the rest of the season.
Scotland
Bevis Mugabi featured for 90 minutes as his MotherWell fc claimed a 2-0 win over Aberdeen in Scottish premiership.
England
Uche Mubiru played 62 minutes as his Middlesbrough lost 2-0 away at Coventry in the English championship.
Jordan Obita featured for 88 minutes as his Wycombe Wanderers shared spoils away at Oxford United in the league one.
Sweden
Isak Ssewankambo featured for 90 minutes while Ronald Mukiibi is still out injured as their Ostersunds FK lost 1-0 away at Sirius.
Ritah Kivumbi played 64 minutes as Mallbacken W lost 3-0 away at Kalmar W in Women Elitettan league.
CAF Confederation Cup
Nicholas Wadada and Mathias Kigonya featured for 90 minutes as their Azam fc claimed a 3-1 win over Somalian side Horseed .
Yasin Mugabi featured for 90 minutes in goal as his Red Arrows claimed a 2-1 win over Young Buffaloes.
Shafiq Batambuze and Hashim Sempala both featured as their Zambian side Kabwe Warriors drew goalless at Madagascar outfit CFFA.
CAF Champions league.
Khalid Aucho didn’t feature as his new side Young Africans lost 1-0 at home to Rivers United.
Czech Republic
Isaac Muleme played full time as his Zizkov side lost 4-1 to Vyskov in the second tier.
Portugal
Edrisa Lubega sad out with a muscle strain as his Estrela lost 3-2 to Rio Ave in the segunda league.
South Africa
Denis Onyango kept a clean sheet as his Mamelodi Sundowns beat Kaizer Chiefs 2-0 in the league.
Ismael Watenga played full time and conceded for the first time this season as his Chippa United side lost 1-0 at Royal AM in the league.
Upcoming fixtures.
Monday 13th September 2021
Denmark
Moses Opondo and his Odense FC host Sonderjyske.
Tuesday 14th September 2021
South Africa
Moses Waiswa and Super Sport United visit Amazulu.
Uganda U20 Women’s National Team head coach Ayub Khalifan Kiyingi has expressed delight with the progress of the preparations so far.
The team has been in camp for five days at the FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru and Kiyinigi believes with the full squad at his disposal following the arrival of 3 players from Lady Doves FC, the shape is slowly forming.
“We have moved on well so far, since entering camp. The girls have been well and we don’t have any injuries and the camp was boosted with the arrival of the three players from Lady Doves. I don’t doubt their fitness levels because they have active. For the days we have been in camp, we surely have the skeleton of the team and know where to improve.” He said.
From L-R: Goalkeeping Coach Mubarak Kiberu, assistant coach Oliver Mbekeka and head coach Ayub Khalifan Kiyingi
Kiyingi indicates that he wants to get the best out of the players in the days to come by instilling the spirit of competitiveness.
“We still want them to compete in the days we have until the first game so that we get the best out of them.”
Uganda will face Kenya in the first round of the 2022 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup with fixtures scheduled for 23rd -25th September 2021 (First leg) and 7th -9th October 2021 (Second Leg).
Striker Joweria Nagadya has expressed delight for earning her first call to the National Team. The stocky forward is part of the U20 Women’s National Team preparing to face Kenya in the 2022 FIFA Women’s World Cup Qualifiers.
Nagadya indicated it is a dream come to be summoned on the National Team and hopes to seize the opportunity.
“I’m happy and proud of myself to be part of the National Team. This is my first time to be summoned and I hope to use this opportunity and help the team attain the target of playing at the World Cup.” She indicated.
Nagadya, Daphine Nyayenga and Halima Kanyago all from Lady Doves FC joined the camp at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru on Saturday and were involved in training for the first time.
Uganda will face Kenya with fixtures scheduled for 23rd -25th September 2021 (First leg) and 7th -9th October 2021 (Second Leg).
Full Squad in camp
Goalkeepers
Daphine Nyayenga (Lady Doves FC), Joan Namusisi (Kampala Queens FC), Esther Akite Okello (Olila High School FC), Saida Namwanje (Luweero Giant Queens FC)
Defenders
Sumayah Komuntale (Tooro Queens FC), Jolly Kobusinge (Tooro Queens FC), Gloria Namugerwa (Lady Doves), Grace Aluka (Olila High School FC), Stella Musubika (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Biira Nadunga (Olila High School FC), Samalie Nakacwa (Kawempe Muslim FC), Shamirah Nalugya (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Shakirah Nyinagahirwa (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Zaina Nandede (Kataka SHE FC), Lillian Mutuuzo (Kampala Queens), Catherine Nagadya (Uganda Martyr High School), Margaret Kunihira (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Kevin Nakacwa (Uganda Martyrs High School FC), Faridah Namirimu (Wakiso Hills WFC), Gillian Akadinda (Olila High School FC), Aisha Nantongo (Kawempe Muslim Ladies)
Forwards
Fauzia Najjemba (Kampala Queens), Joan Ainembabazi (Tooro Queens FC), Halima Kanyago (Lady Doves FC), Hadijah Nandago (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Bernadette Namwenge (Ajax Queens FC), Kamiyati Naigaga (Taggy High School FC), Zaituni Namaganda (Taggy High School FC), Joweria Nagadya (Lady Doves FC), Eva Naggayi (Rines SS WFC)
Striker Sandra Nabweteme believes playing at the COSAFA Women’s Championship in South Africa will offer Uganda the best preparations for the Africa Women Cup of Nations Qualifier matches against Ethiopia next month.
The Crested Cranes will face Ethiopia in the first round of the 2022 Africa Women Cup of Nations Qualifiers but that will come after playing at the COSAFA Women’s Championship in Port Elizabeth, South Africa.
The Championship is slated to take place between 28th September -9th October 2021.
Nabweteme who plies her trade at Fimleikafélag Hafnarfjarðar in Iceland believes playing at the COSAFA Women’s Championship is good build up to the AWCON Qualifiers.
“It’s an advantage to us because some of the players have not been active. Having a build up tournament is definitely a good opportunity to prepare ourselves better.” She said.
Sandra Nabweteme attempts to close down Kauthara Naluyima.
The 2015 Airtel FUFA Female player of the year also indicates that the target is to perform better in the AWCON Qualifiers and advance to the next stage.
“The target is to perform better than the previous occasions and that means we must go past Ethiopia.”
Nabweteme is one of the four foreign based players summoned by the head coach George Lutalo. The other three are; Shiraz Natasha, Laki Otandeka and Yudaya Nakayenze.
The Uganda U20 Women’s National Football Team has been beefed up with the arrival of three players from Lady Doves FC.
Goalkeeper Daphine Nyayenga, defender Halima Kanyago and forward Joweria Nagadya joined the rest of the team on Saturday at the FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.
The aforementioned players were part of Lady Doves that featured at the just concluded CAF Women’s Champions League CECAFA Qualifiers in Nairobi, Kenya.
Lady Doves FC settled for third place, defeating Tanzania’s Simba Queens 2-1 on Thursday and taking home a cash prize of $10,000.
The arrival of the trio means it is full house in camp with all the 30 players summoned by Head coach Ayub Khalifan.
The Uganda U20 Women’s National Team is preparing to face Kenya in the first round of the 2022 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers.
Uganda will play Kenya in Nairobi between 23rd – 25th, September 2021 while the return leg in Kampala will be played between 7th -9th October 2021.
U20 Provisional Squad Goalkeepers Daphine Nyayenga (Lady Doves FC), Joan Namusisi (Kampala Queens FC), Esther Akite Okello (Olila High School FC), Saida Namwanje (Luweero Giant Queens FC)
Defenders Sumayah Komuntale (Tooro Queens FC), Jolly Kobusinge (Tooro Queens FC), Shakira Nankwanga(Kawempe Muslim Ladies), Grace Aluka (Olila High School FC), Stella Musubika (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Biira Nadunga (Olila High School FC), Samalie Nakacwa (Kawempe Muslim FC), Halima Kanyago (Lady Doves FC), Faridah Namirimu (Wakiso Hills WFC), Gillian Akadinda (Olila High School FC), Aisha Nantongo (Kawempe Muslim Ladies)
Midfielders Shamirah Nalugya (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Shakirah Nyinagahirwa (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Zaina Nandede (Kataka SHE FC), Lillian Mutuuzo (Kampala Queens), Catherine Nagadya (Uganda Martyrs High School), Margaret Kunihira (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Kevin Nakacwa (Uganda Martyrs High School FC)
Forwards Fauzia Najjemba (Kampala Queens), Joan Ainembabazi (Tooro Queens FC), Hadijah Nandago (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Bernadette Namwenge (Ajax Queens FC), Kamiyati Naigaga (Taggy High School FC), Zaituni Namaganda (Taggy High School FC), Joweria Nagadya (Lady Doves FC), Eva Naggayi (Rines SS WFC)
Officials Head Coach – Ayub Khalifan Kiyingi Assistant Coach – Oliver Mbekeka Goalkeeping Coach – Mubarak Kiberu Team Doctor – Stella Nankumba Equipment Manager – Cissy Nakiguba Media Officer – Faridah Tomusange Nassejje
Crested Cranes entered residential camp at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru
25 of the 32 players summoned reported in camp
5 players from Lady Doves allowed to rest up to Monday
Yudaya Nakayenze and Natasha Shiraz will join camp later
The Uganda Senior Women National Team (The Crested Cranes) has on Saturday evening commenced preparations for the forthcoming 2021 COSAFA Women’s Championship to be hosted by South Africa.
25 of the 32 played summoned entered residential camp at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru to embark on preparations for the Championship where Uganda will feature as a guest team.
Crested Cranes players and officials pose for a group photo.
This will be the second time that Uganda plays at the COSAFA Women’s Champions with the maiden appearance coming in 2018 and the Crested Cranes settled for third place.
Head coach George Lutalo confirmed that five players summoned from Lady Doves FC have been granted a three-day rest before they join camp.
Crested Cranes head coach, George Lutalo.
“Lady Doves have been representing Uganda at the just concluded CAF Women’s Champions League Qualifiers and we decided to allow the players some time to rest before joining us. The five players will join the rest of the team on Monday.” noted Lutalo.
The coach also confirmed that Yudaya Nakayenze and Natasha Shiraz will join the team at a later date.
Forwards Sandra Nabweteme and Laki Otandeka who play for Fimleikafélag Hafnarfjarðar (Iceland) and New Jersey Copa FC, (USA) respectively are already part of the team in Njeru.
Sandra Nabweteme arriving at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.Laki Otandeka.
Viola Namuddu (Makerere University WFC), Shadia Nankya (UCU Lady Cardinals FC), Eunice Ariokot (Olila High School WFC), Bridget Nabisaalu (She Corporate FC), Phoebe Banura (UCU Lady Cardinals FC), Justin Kizza Najjuko (She Maroons FC), Asia Nakibuuka (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC)
Midfielders
Joan Naggayi (She Maroons FC), Rhoda Nanziri (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Kautharah Naluyima (She Maroons FC), Sheebah Zalwango (Asubo Gafford Ladies FC), Phiona Nabbumba (She Corporate FC), Grace Nassongo (Amuria High School FC), Amina Nababi (Makerere University WFC), Resty Kobusobozi (Tooro Queens FC), Anita Namata (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC)
Forwards
Hasifa Nassuna (UCU Lady Cardinals FC), Sharon Naddunga (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Resty Nanziri (Kampala Queens FC), Sandra Nabweteme (Fimleikafélag Hafnarfjarðar, Iceland), Laki Otandeka (New Jersey Copa FC, USA)
Ugandan Champions Lady Doves FC put up a great show as they finished third on Thursday to return to Uganda with a bronze medal at the just concluded inaugural CAF Women’s Champions League Qualifiers in the Kenyan capital, Nairobi.
Lady Doves players celebrating after finishing third in the CAF Champions League CECAFA Qualifiers
The third place and final matches were graced by FIFA Secretary General Fatma Samoura and handed over the trophy to eventual winners Vihiga Queens of Kenya who will now represent the CECAFA region at the final tournament in Egypt later this year.
Lady Doves defeated Simba Queens of Tanzania 2-1 thanks to goals by Spencer Nakacwa and Fazilah Ikwaput. The two teams also met in the group stages but played to a barren draw.
Lady Doves players getting ready for the awarding ceremony
Lady Doves coach Fred Musiime was overwhelmed with emotions after his charges saw off Simba Queens, a result that earned the Masindi-based club a cash prize of $10,000.
‘Our ultimate target was winning the tournament and eventually qualify for the CAF Women’s Champions League finals in Egypt. We fell short of the target but many positive lessons learnt and we are happy about our current status. Finishing third is no mean feat considering the level of competition and quality of opposition we faced especially in the latter stages. I have a majorly young squad and I am certain lessons have been drawn and such experience will drive us forward. We shall come back a better side for another Competition’ remarked Musiime.
Lady Doves forward Spencer Nakacwa scored the first goal against Simba Queens
Best Defensive record
The Lady Doves boasted of the best defensive record at the two-week tournament having conceded only 2 goals out of the 53 scored in the entire tournament by teams that took part. They were the only side not to concede in the group stages. They conceded only in the semifinal stage (1-1) against Commercial Bank of Ethiopia FC before falling on penalties 5-3. The second goal let in was during the 3rd place play-off against Simba Queens FC (won 2-1).
Lady Doves Defender Irene Akiror (R) shielding the ball during the match against Simba Queens
The Lady Doves skipper won the best Goalkeeper’s award. Her amazing display at the Championship saw her keep three clean sheets. It is a wonderful year for her already as she was also voted the best in her position when Lady Doves won the FUFA Women Super League in May at the FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.
Lady Doves Goalkeeper Daisy Nakaziro in action during the game against Simba Queens
FUFA Presidential Promise
Each member of the team will now receive $100 as earlier promised by the FUFA president Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim for making it out of the group that had Simba Queens, PVP FC of Burundi and FAD FC from Djibouti. This would have increased to $300 had the team reached the finals and to $500 for winning the Championship.
Lady Doves Forward Fazila Ikwaput (R) celebrating the second goal for Lady Doves
Lady Doves will be proud of themselves. Ugandan Champions, Bronze Medalists at the CAF Women Champions League Qualifiers (CECAFA) and producing the best goalkeeper at home and in CECAFA.
Lady Doves players celebrate winning the 2020/2021 FUFA Women’s Super League
Uganda Cranes goalkeeping coach Fred Kajoba has on Thursday embarked on a countrywide project aimed at sharing and equipping shot stoppers with basics of between the posts.
The experienced Kajoba had a training session with Wakiso Giants FC goalkeepers at their training Centre in Kabojja.
Fred Kajoba talking to Wakiso Giants Goalkeeper Samson Kirya.
The same programme will be extended to other clubs before the start of the new league season.
Kajoba believes this is a good initiative that will help him and the National technical staff monitor the performance and progress of the goalkeepers at different clubs.
Uganda Cranes Goalkeeping coach Fred Kisitu Kajoba.
‘The Federation asked me to utilise the time when the national team is not engaged in any international fixture to pass on skills and knowledge to goalkeepers in Uganda. We have a nationwide strategy but we have started with StarTimes Uganda Premier League Clubs. We shall also organise the same for the StarTimes FUFA Big League Clubs and later the FUFA Regional Leagues, fourth and fifth division clubs’ noted Kajoba.
‘I believe it is a good initiative that will help us monitor the progress and performance of the goalkeepers, additionally, sharing notes with the other goalkeeping coaches helps us to read from the same script’ added Kajoba.
He believes the basic elements of goalkeeping that include; decision making, confidence, command, positioning, footwork, ball skills and resilience must be learnt at club level.
Fred Kajoba Kisitu briefs the goalkeepers before start of the training session. Isima Watenga, Joel Mutakubwa and Charles Lukwago are the three goalkeepers in camp
Kajoba has attained goalkeeping coaching skills from Liverpool FC (England), Celtics (Scotland) and New York Redbull (USA)
Players and officials underwent COVID-19 Tests on Tuesday at FUFA
Fauzia Najjemba named Captain
Uganda will play Kenya at the first round
The Uganda U20 Women’s National Team has on Wednesday commenced preparations for the forthcoming 2022 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers.
Uganda will face Kenya in the first round of the qualification phase with the first leg slated for 23rd-25th September in Nairobi while the return leg will be played between 7th -9th October.
The team entered residential camp at the FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru today morning under the stewardship of coach Ayub Khalifan Kiyingi.
The players that entered residential camp at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.
The players and officials had to first undergo a mandatory COVID-19 test on Tuesday at the FUFA Complex and their results returned negative before moving to Njeru.
Of the 30 players summoned, 26 turned up with the remaining four still playing at the CAF Women’s Champions League Qualifiers with Lady Doves. These are; Daphine Nyayenga (goalkeeper), Gloria Namugrwa (defender), Halima Kanyago(defender) and Joweria Nagadya (forward).
Coach Kiyingi is confident that the time he has between now and the first leg prepare the players both mentally and physically.
“I think we have enough time to prepare the girls and get them into the right shape. I’m aware that most of them have not been active but what is important now is to prepare them mentally.
The coach also went ahead to laud the Federation for entering the team into such competitions.
It is yet another opportunity for the girls to showcase their talents. I’m thankful to FUFA for yet another chance of having our players compete at the highest level. I hope we can deliver the best result.
In a related development, Fauzia Najjemba has been named the captain of the team with Aisha Nantongo and Jolly Kobusinge as 1st and 2nd assistant respectively.
From Left -Right: Fauzia Najjemba, Aisha Nantongo and Jolly Kobusinge.
U20 Provisional Squad Goalkeepers Daphine Nyayenga (Lady Doves FC), Joan Namusisi (Kampala Queens FC), Esther Akite Okello (Olila High School FC), Saida Namwanje (Luweero Giant Queens FC)
Defenders Sumayah Komuntale (Tooro Queens FC), Jolly Kobusinge (Tooro Queens FC), Gloria Namugerwa (Lady Doves), Grace Aluka (Olila High School FC), Stella Musubika (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Biira Nadunga (Olila High School FC), Samalie Nakacwa (Kawempe Muslim FC), Halima Kanyago (Lady Doves FC), Faridah Namirimu (Wakiso Hills WFC), Gillian Akadinda (Olila High School FC), Aisha Nantongo (Kawempe Muslim Ladies)
Midfielders Shamirah Nalugya (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Shakirah Nyinagahirwa (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Zaina Nandede (Kataka SHE FC), Lillian Mutuuzo (Kampala Queens), Catherine Nagadya (Uganda Martyrs High School), Margaret Kunihira (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Kevin Nakacwa (Uganda Martyrs High School FC)
Forwards Fauzia Najjemba (Kampala Queens), Joan Ainembabazi (Tooro Queens FC), Hadijah Nandago (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Bernadette Namwenge (Ajax Queens FC), Kamiyati Naigaga (Taggy High School FC), Zaituni Namaganda (Taggy High School FC), Joweria Nagadya (Lady Doves FC), Eva Naggayi (Rines SS WFC)
Officials Head Coach – Ayub Khalifan Kiyingi Assistant Coach – Oliver Mbekeka Goalkeeping Coach – Mubarak Kiberu Team Doctor – Stella Nankumba Equipment Manager – Cissy Nakiguba Media Officer – Faridah Tomusange Nassejje
A weekend that never had many lads in action at their clubs due to the International break of because of the 2022 FIFA Qatar World Cup qualifiers.
Nevertheless, 102.1 FUFA Fm’s Ronnie Lusulire who also hosts Tugukyangira Bunayira every Tuesday from 10pm-12Midnight kept close tabs on them to find out how they fared.
USA
Experienced midfielder Mike Azira played full time as his New Mexico side beat Colorado Springs 3-2 in the USL Championship.
US based midfielder Mike Azira in possession of the ball against Derrick Nsibambi during the Friday early morning training
Forward Edward Kizza started before paving way for Caldwell in the 62nd minute as his 10-man New England Revolution pipped Philadelphia Union 1-0 on the road in the Major League Soccer.
PreSeason
Custodian Mathias Kigonya started while Nicholas Wadada came from the bench in second half has their Azam FC side completed their preseason tour in Zambia with a 1-0 victory over Zesco United.
Sweden
Alexis Bbakka started and also saw yellow in the 19th minute before being subbed in the 59th minute for Lundback as his Umea FC lost 4-0 at Karlstad in the Swedish Div. 1 (3rd tier).
Ritah Kivumbi started before coming off for Eriksson in the 60th minute as her Mallbackens Women drew goalless at home to Norrkoping Women in the Elitettan league.
Lady Doves, Uganda’s representatives at inaugural CAF Women’s Champions League qualifiers (CECAFA zone) are through to the semi finals after defeating PVP FC of Burundi 3-0 in their final group game played at the Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi, Kenya.
Spencer Nakacwa, Norah Alupo and Fazila Ikwaput scored the goals.
Lady Doves flying their wings at Nyayo National Stadium
The FUFA Women Super League Champions finished second in Group A with seven points behind Simba Queens of Tanzania who topped the group courtesy of superior goal difference. The ladies from Tanzania humbled FAD FC 10-0 in the final group fixture played concurrently at Kasarani Stadium.
Lady Doves FC Starting XI against PVP FC
The match was graced by the FUFA president Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim together with 1st Vice President, Justus Mugisha and FUFA EXCO Member Rogers Rogers Byamukama who after the final whistle congratulated the team upon qualification from the group and assured them of the Federation’s support in their quest to bring the regional trophy to Uganda on top of booking the important ticket to the CAF Women Champions League finals in Egypt.
FUFA President, Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim, FUFA 1st Vice President Justus Mugisha and FUFA EXCO Member Rogers Byamukama watching the match at Nyayo National Stadium.
‘We are so proud of your performance as our Champions, thank you for representing us very well. For qualifying for the semis you will be receiving $100 dollars each and this is already in the bag. This will increase to $300 if you reach the final and $500 if you eventually win the championship and qualify for the Champions League finals in Egypt,’ stated the FUFA President while addressing the players.
‘Lady Doves are Champions of our women’s top division and the efforts we do in men’s club football must be done for Women’s Football so their efforts are worth congratulating and rewarding.’ He added.
FUFA President, Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim talking to Lady Doves players.Lady Doves listening to FUFA President, Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim
Lady Doves Chairman, Julius Mugisa was full of praise for the President’s visit and the monetary incentives to the team saying that the gesture means a lot to him and the entire women football community of different stakeholders.
‘The FUFA President’s visit together with members of his EXCO means a lot to the girls as he has assured them that Uganda is behind them. I am so happy and want to thank him for the monetary incentives to the girls. The girls’ morale is so much boosted and I am sure they will do their best to win the championship.’ Mugisa stated.
Action between PVP FC and Lady Doves at Nyayo National Stadium.
Lady Doves will now play Commercial Bank of Ethiopia in the semi finals on Monday 6th September , 2021 at 4pm in Nyayo National Stadium.
A new track titled Living Football (attached) will be played during the opening home match for Uganda Cranes against Mali in the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Qualifiers on Monday 6th September 2021 at St Mary’s stadium Kitende.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Utt16TFzmR4
FIFA through circular No. 1707 dated 23rd January 2020, encouraged all its 211 Member Associations to make use of the new musical track titled Living Football during its Competitions.
The new track Living Football is composed by Hans Zimmer.
It replaced the old track called World Football Anthem which was composed by Franz Lambert and Pit Loew.
‘Part of the circular reads; FIFA hereby provides you with its consent to make use of the Track (as both a 44-sec and a 90 second edit) for in-stadium infotainment purposes;
When is the new track Living Football played?
1- For each of the Member Association’s home matches that are part of the Qualification process for any FIFA-hosted Competition.
2- During the pre-match flag installation process
3- For any International friendly match
4- At No other time in relation to the said matches
5- While the players walk out onto the pitch prior to the commencement of the;
i. the first half; and/or
ii. the second half of the match
6-Immediately following the conclusion of the first of the match
7-Immediately following the conclusion of the second half of the match.
FUFA Communications Director Ahmed Hussein on the new anthem Living Football.
‘We fulfilled all the necessary steps for clearance by FIFA to use the new track Living Football during FIFA Competitions. It is a wonderful track which sends out a strong message that football touches everyone in societies around the globe irrespective of anyone’s status.’
Uganda will play its second match of the campaign-FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Qualifiers against West African Country Mali on Monday.
The FUFA Executive Committee has made and confirmed changes in the set-up of the U20 Women’s National Team.
Ayub Khalifah Kiyingi is the new head coach, earning promotion from the U17 Women’s National Team.
Coach Ayub Khalifa
He replaces Oliver Mbekeka but the latter is maintained on the technical team, serving as Assistant Coach.
Mubarak Kiberu who has served at the U17 Boys Natioanal Team (The Cubs) as goalkeeping coach has been appointed to serve in the same capacity on the U20 Women National Team.
Stella Nankuba and Cissy Nakiguba will serve as the Team Doctor and Equipment Manager respectively.
The aforementioned technical team will guide the team the 2022 FIFA U-20 World Cup Qualifiers due this month.
Uganda will face Kenya with fixtures scheduled for 23rd -25th September 2021 (First leg) and 7th -9th October 2021 (Second Leg).
Uganda U20 players celebrating Fauzia Najjemba’s goal against Tanzania.
Consequently, a provisional squad of 30 players has been named and the team will enter residential camp at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru on Tuesday, 7th September 2021.
Provisional Squad
Goalkeepers
Daphine Nyayenga (Lady Doves FC), Joan Namusisi (Kampala Queens FC), Esther Akite Okello (Olila High School FC), Saida Namwanje (Luweero Giant Queens FC)
Defenders
Sumayah Komuntale (Tooro Queens FC), Jolly Kobusinge (Tooro Queens FC), Gloria Namugerwa (Lady Doves), Grace Aluka (Olila High School FC), Stella Musubika (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Biira Nadunga (Olila High School FC), Samalie Nakacwa (Kawempe Muslim FC), Halima Kanyago (Lady Doves FC)
Midfielders
Shamirah Nalugya (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Shakirah Nyinagahirwa (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Zaina Nandede (Kataka SHE FC), Lillian Mutuuzo (Kampala Queens), Catherine Nagadya (Uganda Martyr High School), Margaret Kunihira (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Kevin Nakacwa (Uganda Martyrs High School FC), Faridah Namirimu (Wakiso Hills WFC), Gillian Akadinda (Olila High School FC), Aisha Nantongo (Kawempe Muslim Ladies)
Forwards
Fauzia Najjemba (Kampala Queens), Joan Ainembabazi (Tooro Queens FC), Hadijah Nandago (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Bernadette Namwenge (Ajax Queens FC), Kamiyati Naigaga (Taggy High School FC), Zaituni Namaganda (Taggy High School FC), Joweria Nagadya (Lady Doves FC), Eva Naggayi (Rines SS WFC)
