FUFA: Federation of Uganda Football Associations

Author: Ahmed Marsha

  • Total CHAN 2020: Uganda Cranes players enter camp ahead of Mini Tournament in Cameroon

    Total CHAN 2020: Uganda Cranes players enter camp ahead of Mini Tournament in Cameroon

    Uganda Cranes CHAN Team has officially begun preparations for Mini Tournament scheduled to run from 1st – 7th January 2021 in Yaoundé, Cameroon.

    The team that entered residential camp on Sunday evening is booked at the Cranes Paradise Hotel-Kisaasi.

    They started the preparation program with a classroom session on Monday afternoon.

    Total focus as Uganda Cranes players listen to the Head coach Johnathan McKinstry during a classroom session

    27 players reported and will head for on-field training on Tuesday morning.

    According to the Head coach Johnathan McKinstry, the players are much more confident and excited to get started.

    ‘All the players have reported to camp. We have been able to conduct an early introductory session where we outlined the objectives of the training camp and the tournament itself. We have generally set the goals and our expectations for players on and off the field‘ said McKinstry

    Uganda Cranes Head Coach Johnathan McKinstry during the classroom session

     ‘We feel everybody is very confident and excited to get started since the majority of players will be featuring for the first stime at the Final tournament‘ added McKinstry

    The Team will embark on two training sessions per day from Tuesday 22nd -26th December before winding up with a practice match the following day. Travel to Cameroon is scheduled for Monday 28th December 2020.

    Uganda Cranes players attentively listening to coach McKinstry during the classroom session

    KCCA FC players yet to be named are not part of this one week training session with Uganda Cranes as they have to feature for their team against Rwandese side AS Kigali FC in the CAF Confederation Cup. They will join the team between 7th and 8th January 2021 in Cameroon.

    Pre-CHAN Tournament

    Uganda will tussle it out with hosts Cameroon, Zambia and Niger in the Mini Tournament. It is a competition set for preparing the four teams ahead of the Total CHAN 2020 Finals that kicks off on 14th January 2021.

    Uganda in Group C will play against Rwanda, Togo and Morocco. Uganda’s opening match is against Rwanda.

    Uganda Cranes Head Coach taking player through the classroom session

    Players in Camp:

    Goalkeepers: Joel Mutakubwa (Kyetume FC), Nafian Alionzi (URA FC), Tom Ikara (Police FC)

    Defenders: Eric Ssenjobe (Police FC), Aziz Kayondo (Vipers SC), Derrick Ndahiro (SC Villa), Paul Willa (Vipers SC), Ashraf Mandela (URA FC), Halid Lwaliwa (Vipers SC), Musitafa Mujjuzi (Kyetume SC), Patrick Mbowa (URA FC), Muhamood Hassan (Police FC)

    Midfielders: Shafiq Kagimu (URA FC), Tonny Mawejje (Police FC), Bobosi Byaruhanga (Vipers SC), Karim Watambala (Vipers SC), Saidi Kyeyune (URA FC), Hassan Ssenyonjo (Wakiso Giants FC)

    Forwards: Ben Ocen (Police FC), Ibrahim Orit (Vipers SC), Vianne Ssekajjugo (Wakiso Giants FC), Joseph Ssemujju Jnr (BUL FC), Joackim Ojera (URA FC), Milton Karisa (Vipers SC), Stephen Mukwala (URA FC), Mohamed Shaban (Vipers SC), Ivan Bogere (Proline FC)

  • Uganda Cubs pip Djibouti to make AFCON U-17 Finals once again

    Uganda Cubs pip Djibouti to make AFCON U-17 Finals once again

    2020 CECAFA U-20 Championship (AFCON U-17 Qualifiers)

    Semi-finals:

    Uganda 1-0 Djibouti

    Tanzania 1 (4) – 1 (2) Ethiopia

    Uganda National U-17 team (The Cubs) qualified for the 2021 Total Africa Cup of Nations U-17 tournament that will be staged in Morocco.

    The Cubs achieved the feat with a hard fought 1-0 win against Djibouti in the semi-final well contested at the Stade Umuganda in Rubavu District, Rwanda on Sunday, 20th December 2020.

    Midfielder Travis Mutyaba dribbles the ball

    Lethal striker Oscar Mawa scored the lone all important goal in the 89th minute to break down the resilience from Djibouti.

    Mawa has now scored 6 goals for Uganda following a hat-trick and brace against Kenya and Ethiopia respectively during the group stages.

    Team captains with referees prior to kick off
    Issa Bugembe is closed down by the Djibouti opponents

     This is the second consecutive qualification for Uganda.

    Meanwhile, Uganda Cubs will now face Tanzania in the final on Tuesday, 22nd December 2020.

    Tanzania overcame Ethiopia in the other semi-final 4-2 in tense post match penalties after a 1 all draw in normal time.

    Uganda is the defending champion of the tournament.

    Uganda U-17 XI Vs Djibouti
  • U17 AFCON ZONAL QUALIFIERS: Uganda Cubs ready to face Djibouti in semi-finals

    U17 AFCON ZONAL QUALIFIERS: Uganda Cubs ready to face Djibouti in semi-finals

    U17 Total CAF AFCON Zonal Qualifiers

    Semi final Matches (December 20, 2020)

    1. Uganda vs. Djibouti (12pm)
    2. Tanzania vs Ethiopia (3:00pm)

    At Umuganda stadium, Rubavu – Rwanda

    The youngsters of Uganda National football team of U17, the Cubs yet again smeared their name all over here in Rubavu, Rwanda when they crashed determined Ethiopia to a 3-0 loss.

    This means Uganda qualifies to next round as as pool A toppers and will face second positioned team in pool B which is Djibouti in this regard.

    Of course, Djibouti fought their lungs out to the final whistle to make it to the semi finals as their closest rival Rwanda were in the waiting-mode to learn their feat from of the results between Tanzania and Djibouti a game that ended in a one all draw seeing both of team through.

    Uganda faces Djibouti knowing there is nothing like messing up or demeaning their opponent given the stature and the magnitude of the game if they are to qualify for U17 AFCON finals in Morocco next year.

    Uganda Cubs XI Vs Ethiopia

    They know a win against Djibouti sees them through to the finals and this will give Uganda a thousand reasons to treat this game as a game of their life with utmost attention and care.

    Head coach Hamuza Lutalo is never scared though he will approach the opponents with respect but not fear them.

    Lutalo disclosed; ‘We qualified with flying performances to semifinals but that alone doesn’t guarantee us a spot in 2021 AFCON finals, no, Djibouti’s game will and therefore its a game of our life and I have told players. We shall approach our opponent with due respect but not fear them. We shall have to attack and attack so as we score goals. Goals will make us qualify, there no other formula to that by the way.’

    Cubs head coach Hamuza Lutalo and fitness trainer Arthur Kyesimira consult each other

    Uganda has by far been a free scoring team in the ongoing Caf U17 Zonal qualifiers so far netting eight and conceding none in the two group matches they played.

    The 5-0 against Kenya and then beating Ethiopia 3-0.

    Djibouti though, drew both games 0-0 against Rwanda in their first group game and then a one all draw against Tanzania.

    Uganda has a rich stand against their compatriots Djibouti.

    In 2018 in AFCON U17 Zonal Qualifiers – CECAFA Zone in Tanzania, Uganda beat Djibouti 8-0 a performance they have to replicate to see the team through to the finals of the tournament.

    All eyes will be on sharp shooter Oscar Mawa

    The tournament is being used to get the two Cecafa regional representatives who will play in the U17 CAF finals that will be held in Morocco in July next year.

    Uganda is looking at making a back-to-back qualification after playing in the past one that was held in Tanzania in 2018.

  • FUFA CEO Watson launches book titled ‘Football My Life’

    FUFA CEO Watson launches book titled ‘Football My Life’

    FUFA CEO Watson launches book titled ‘Football My Life’

    Many trades of jobs and lives give a true description of the current FUFA Chief Executive Officer Edgar Watson.

    From a small boy ushering in church, acting in a theatre, being a salesman, playing football for fun before captain both most successful football club in Uganda and National team- Uganda Cranes, Watson has a story to share in his book named ‘Football My Life.’

    The book was launched on Friday 18th December 2020 during a colourful ceremony at Fairway hotel, Kampala.

    The day’s event attended by high profile dignitaries saw performances from Tujali Performers and Hamonix group sway the guests with special songs all dedicated to the man of the moment- Watson.

    The list of distinguished Guests had; Edgar Watson’s parents Mr and Mrs Ndawula, Country Director Giz James Macbeth Forbes, National Council of sports General Secretary Dr. Patrick Bernard Ogwel, FUFA 2nd VP Darius Mugoye who represented FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo, USPA President Patrick Kanyomozi, celebrated journalist Mark Ssali who gave a key note speech, Denis Mbidde, SC.Villa CEO Shawn Mubiru, FUFA Secretariat members led by the three Deputy CEOs Humphrey Mandu, Sam Bakiika and Decola Kiiza.

     The book is available at Aristoc bookshop, Uganda Bookshop, Edgar Youth Offices, and FUFA House Mengo at UG 50,000 (Fifty Thousand Uganda Shillings Only).

    About the book

    • 13 Chapters
    • 264 pages

    Extract from the book ‘Out  of my parents’ love for drama, I drew a bit of that trait and had it not been for the sagging and great love for football, I would have probably made a professional  actor……) page 17 under the topic ‘The Theatrical Trait’

    FUFA 2nd Vice President Darius Mugoye (extreme L) , Edgar Watson and other Guests holding copies of the book ‘Football My Life’

    What they said at the launch of Edgar Watson’s book ‘Football My Life’

    Edgar Watson- Author of the Book

    ‘Nothing is everything and everything is nothing’ said Watson in his opening remarks. ‘The journey of this book is way long but I thank God that it is out and I urge all Ex-internationals, current players and all people involved in football to write their stories because they have so many touching. I am glad we have launched this book and I am going to embark on a new career of a salesman so kindly buy this book’

    • Edgar’s mother Mrs Margaret Ndawula signing on the raised board of the Football My Life
    • Edgar’s father Mr. Jackson Ndawula followed suit with his signature

    Frank Kabushenga- Publisher

    ‘Football My life, is a rich story of a legend in our time and a great contribution to stories and history on the sports arena’

    • Frank Kabushenga

    Paul Mukatabala– teammate with Edgar Watson at Club and Uganda Cranes

    ‘Edgar Watson Suubi Nigel, the enigma we just chose to call him that’

    Mark Ssali- played with Edgar Watson at Secondary, University and club level. He gave key note address.

    ‘The player we always singled out for corporal treatment to have a chance of dominating his team’

    GIZ Country Director James Macbeth Forbes- Chief Guest at the launch

    ‘The only Ugandan whose celebrity status ever made me jealous. We once walked together and people recognized him easily by calling out his name’

    • Chief Guest James Macbeth Forbes signing on the raised board of Football My Life

    Dr. Patrick Benard Ogwel – General Secretary National Council of Sports who bought 10 books

    ‘The soft-spoken character that inspired everyone around him despite his few words’

    • NCS General Secretary Dr. Patrick Benard Ogwel

    FUFA 2nd Vice President Darius Mugoye who bought 200 books on behalf of FUFA

    ‘Edgar has graduated through all stages of football which has helped him gain recognition both in Uganda and at International level. We are proud of his contribution to the game. Thank you for coming up with this book’

    Pictorial

    • Performance by Tujali Group
    • Harmonix group had a special song for the Legend Edgar Watson
    • A skit on a extract from the book being showcased using drama
    Cutting the cake
    • Uganda Cranes’ provisional squad for CHAN 2020 released

      Uganda Cranes’ provisional squad for CHAN 2020 released

      The Uganda Cranes head coach Johnathan McKinstry has named a provisional team of 28 players to start the preparations for the 2020 Championship of African Nations (CHAN) tournament that will be hosted by Cameroon in 2021.

      This cluster of players, with the exception of KCCA players who are traveling to Rwanda for the CAF Confederation Cup is expected to enter residential camp by Sunday, 20th December 2020.

      The provisional squad has rookies to the national team set up as Police’s Muhamood Hassan, Uganda U-20 trio of Aziz Kayondo, Ivan Bogere and Bobosi Byaruhanga as well as BUL’s on form forward Joseph Ssemujju.

      The official training sessions kick off on Monday, 21st December at a venue yet to be confirmed.

      The Provisional List:

      Goalkeepers: Joel Mutakubwa (Kyetume), Nafian Alionzi (URA), Tom Ikara (Police)

      Defenders: Eric Ssenjobe (Police), Aziz Kayondo (Vipers), Derrick Ndahiro (SC Villa),Paul Willa (Vipers), Ashraf Mandela (URA), Halid Lwaliwa (Vipers), Musitafa Mujjuzi (Kyetume),Patrick Mbowa (URA),Murushid Juuko (Express), Muhamood Hassan (Police)

      Midfielders: Shafiq Kagimu (URA), Tonny Mawejje (Police), Bobosi Byaruhanga (Vipers), Karim Watambala (Vipers), Saidi Kyeyune (URA), Hassan Ssenyonjo (Wakiso Giants)

      Forwards: Ben Ocen (Police), Ibrahim Orit (Vipers), Vianne Ssekajjugo (Wakiso Giants), Joseph Ssemujju (BUL), Joackim Ojera (URA), Milton Karisa (Vipers), Stephen Mukwala (URA), Mohamed Shaban (Vipers), Ivan Bogere (Proline)

      MAIN PHOTO: Midfielder Shafiq Kagimu passes as Karim Watambala makes a run. Both players are part of the provisional team for Uganda Cranes

    • CAF/CECAFA U17: Champions Uganda hammer Kenya 5-0 to storm semifinals

      CAF/CECAFA U17: Champions Uganda hammer Kenya 5-0 to storm semifinals

      Catch them if you can. The Uganda U17 are on a double mission to defend the CECAFA Title and also play again at the AFCON Finals.

      It was a perfect start to their mission as they had little mercy for neighbours Kenya in their opening match on Wednesday afternoon in Rubavu Rwanda of the CAF/CECAFA U17 Zonal Qualifiers for the 2021 Total AFCON U17 Finals- Morocco.

      • Uganda U17 Starting XI against Kenya U17 in Rubavu

      Uganda won 5-0 with goals scored by hat-trick hero Oscar Mawa, Travis Mutyaba and Ronald Madoi. The win hands Uganda a place in the semifinals while Kenya’s slim chances for progress to the next stage will be determined by the outcome of the final group B fixture between Uganda and Ethiopia on Friday 18th December 2020. Both Kenya and Ethiopia are tied on one (1) pint apiece but the former (Kenya) has completed its outings.

      • Kenya U17 team that played against Uganda U17
      • Follow me or else i hit the back of the net. Mawa being chased by two Kenyan defenders Skipper James Gachago and Umar Rajab (5). Mawa showed pure class as he bagged a hat-trick in the game.

      Uganda, coached by Hamuza Lutalo got out of the blocks with a quick bang by netting the game’s opener after just 7 minutes played. The pressing game for Uganda U-17 Cubs put the Kenyans under pressure as they resorted to damage limitation to allow the game end 1-0 for half time.

      • Hat-trick hero Oscar Mawa

      Despite missing several clear cut chances in first half of the game, Mawa composed himself to perform duties for stirkers. The Cubs returned from the break with a lot of intent to improve the game’s goals’ tally as Mawa got his name on the score sheet again with a brace in a space of four minutes between the 50th and 54th minutes. He walked away with a match day CAF ball. The rout was completed with Mutyaba and Madoi adding their names on the score board with strikes in the 78th and 85th minutes.

      Cubs defender Madoi reserved some time to involve himself in a build up before netting off a low tap-in in the dying minutes of the game.

      Kenya tried their best to get at least a solitary goal but Uganda Cubs defence commanded by nonsense Ronald Madoi remained mean and tight.

      • Celebrations for Uganda U17 (Cubs) in Rubavu against Kenya

      ‘We had good preparations for the match against Kenya. We shall continue with the same plans and preparations of the fixture with Ethiopia. We shall not undermine our opponents. We shall apply the same spirit. We want to play that game with superiority and show them that we are number one in East Africa’

      Uganda plays Ethiopia on Friday at 4pm (Ugandan time) in Rubavu at Umuganda stadium.

      • Striker Bugembe Issa tussles it out with Kenya’s defence

      The Qualifiers are being used to get the top two teams that will make it to the 2021 Total U-17 AFCON Finals to be hosted by Morocco.

      Group Winners and runners up will automatically qualify for semi finals. Uganda is the defending champion of the tournament. They beat Ethiopia 3-1 in 2018 finals in Tanzania.

      • Uganda’s Vice captain Mulema with Kenya’s Khamis Nyale

      Uganda Cubs starting line up: 
      Abdu Magada (GK)

      Vincent Mulema

      Juma Ibrahim (C)

      Ronald Madoi 

      Peter Gava 

      Ivan Irinimbabazi

      Shugai Kaliisa (Elvis Mwanje 67′)

      Travis Mutyaba

      Oscar Mawa (Enock Luyima 72′)

      Bugembe Issa

      Hassan Mubiru (Tuna Basil 63′)
      Substitutions
      Henry Mwebe (GK)

      Humphrey Oyirwoth (GK)

      Magogo Shafiq

      Samuel Mudiba Basil Tuma

      Fahad Jumbe

      Elvis Mwanje

      Enock Luyima

      Kenya Starting Line-up’:
      Alvin Lwangu, (GK), Hamis Omari, Umar Rajab, Ryan Ogan, James Gachogo (C), Khamis Nyale, Silas Maloba, Kelvin Wangaya (Ali Hamis 48′), Baron Ochieng (Gil Harel 69′), Victor Otheino, Kenn Kyalo.

      Substitutions
      Abdikadir Harun, Ali Hamis, Gil Harel, Linus Kakai, Signum Maina, Magaliwa Charo, Ibrahim Wanzalo, Teddy Sirma

      MAIN PHOTO: Oscar Mawa celebrating his first goal of the match against Kenya.

    • Intermediatries Course: Participants happy with training

      Intermediatries Course: Participants happy with training

      A two day training for Players’ Intermediaries has successfully ended at Jevine Hotel on Tuesday evening. Close to 60 participants took part.

      On behalf of other participants, Niwagira Ronnie Santos believes that if Uganda is to play in the World Cup, players’ Intermediaries will need such training sessions to become the best for better deals with big clubs in the professional world of football.

      ‘It’is a pleasure attending this course. We appreciate FUFA and our instructors, the sessions were so nice and we are very much sure that we are going to improve in so many areas. I believe if Uganda is to play in the World Cup or play in Europe’s best clubs, we need to be the best Intermediaries through attending such training‘ said Santos

      Niwagira Ronnie Santos attending Intermediary Session

      ‘We have been making many mistakes especially on minor players but after these lectures I am sure we are going to improve. I encourage other people to come especially when such courses are advertised‘ advised Santos.

      Participants attending Intermediary training session at Jevine Hotel

      FUFA EXCO Member and FUFA Competitions Committee Chairman Hamid Juma graced the closing ceremony.

      FUFA EXCO Member Hamid Juma during the closing ceremony

      ‘In trying to achieve our vision of becoming the Number One football Nation in Africa on and off the field, we need well-trained Intermediaries that can guide and handle players with off the pitch matters professionally. I urge you to put into consideration whatever you have been taught during the two day period. You are going to deal with professional players and you will invest alot. Make sure the player is comfortable.‘ said Hamid Juma

      Participants attending the closing ceremony

      Participants had a chance to learn about Intermediary regulations, FUFA and its Development Programmes, dispute resolutions, FUFA Communications, ITC concept and DTMS, FUFA regulations on status and transfer of players, and administrative procedure of Intermediaries before they were examined on Tuesday evening.

      Hajjati Aisha Nalule during the training

      Decolas Kiiza (FUFA Deputy CEO -Football), Hajjat Aisha Nalule (FUFA Competitions Director), Ahmed Hussein (FUFA Communications Director), Denis Lukambi (FUFA Legal Manager), and Emmanuel Kazoora (IT Manager) were the the Instructors

      Emmanuel Kazoora during the IT session for the participants

      Participants 2020

      • Papira Anthony
      • Ssesaazi  Mark
      • Ssebunya  Hamidu
      • Kotevu  Caesar
      • Bunyo Samuel Godfrey
      • Okwakunda Serafin
      • Kizito Peter Pius
      • Namanya Banex Dennie
      • Emmanuel Mangeni
      • Mayanja Stephen
      • Julius Kyazze
      • Swaib Luyombya
      • Maheshe Paul
      • Wanyama Andrew
      • Mpiima Micheal
      • Kujo Habibi
      • Stephenson Musoke
      • Ssekimpi Ashraf
      • Paul Calvin Mugerwa
      • Patrice Tadria Aliakai
      • Ssentongo Tonny
      • Mepheboshesi Nampa
      • Lewis Ainebyona
      • Godwin Eyoki
      • Mwebaze Benton
      • Muwanguzi Joel
      • Matovu Edward George
      • Kiyaga Simon Harmony
      • Anguzu Jean Bosco
      • Mugabe Yassin
      • Muweesi Habib
      • Emmanuel Etiang
      • Mbikaize Benjamin
      • Kawuma Simeon Bulezi
      • Mugisa John
      • Athuman Wasswa
      • Muhammed Kibirige
      • Kalulanga Brian
      • Niwagira Mwine Ronald
      • Mulindwa Steven
      • Mulindwa Phillip
      • Ssendi Ronald
      • Kimbugwe Hillary
      • Nsubuga Deogratius
      • Ssepuya Abubaker
      • Akugizibwe Micheal
      • Oola S. Kidega
      • Bunkeddeko Badru
      • Matsiko Brian
      • Micheal Maurice Maberi
      • Tokawaka Thomas
      • Ssebitosi  Robert
      • Kabuye  Dominic
      • Kayondo Enock
      • Tony Anold Kalema
      • Kamurungi Daphine
      • Kyagulanyi Ignitious
      • Dauda Walakira
      • Ddamulira Henry
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      FUFA announces a new long-term partnership with Umbro as the official technical sponsor of the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) for the next four years.

      The partnership will see Umbro supply both Uganda men and women National teams with high-performance match kit, training and off field apparel, as well as equipment as the reigning CECAFA Cup champions join seven other African nations in wearing the double diamond – increasing the brand’s sponsorship portfolio to thirty-four clubs and eight national teams across the continent.

      ‘We are pleased to be partnering with the Federation of Uganda Football Associations and their affiliated teams’, says Umbro South Africa’s CEO, David Ricketts.

      ‘Umbro is passionate about the support of African football at all levels and we trust this partnership will transcend beyond kit sponsorship into a meaningful relationship for the team, our brand, and the broader African football community’

      Speaking on the partnership, FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo says: ‘Our vision is to become the number one football nation in Africa, on and off the field. FUFA is always looking at creating new partnerships with strong brands. It was therefore simple to choose Umbro’

      • FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo

      ‘Umbro has a rich lineage in sports, particularly Football. For many years now, it has been showing its dedication and commitment to producing quality products all over the world. The continual improvement of the Uganda National Football Teams has left fans yearning for more and I am confident that the new kits will excite fans much more. The designs are matching the latest global trends and we look forward to unveiling these kits within the new year’

    • CAPACITY BUILDING: The 2nd Intermediary training underway at Jevine Hotel

      CAPACITY BUILDING: The 2nd Intermediary training underway at Jevine Hotel

      The Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) has conducted a second training of future Intermediaries at Jevine Hotel, Rubaga.

      58 participants have attended the two day workshop that will end on Tuesday 15th December 2020.

      Participants attendingthe Intermediary Course in class B at Jevine Hotel

      By following the Covid19 regulations and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), participants were grouped into two classes.

      Intermediary regulations, FUFA and its Development Programmes, dispute resolutions, FUFA Communications, ITC concept and DTMS, FUFA regulations on status and transfer of players and administrative procedure of intermediaries are some of the modules that were presented to the participants.

      Some of the participants attending the Intermediary training on Monday

      The FUFA 2nd Vice President Darius Mugoye representing FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo graced the opening ceremony.

      Decolas Kizza (FUFA Deputy CEO -Football), Hajjat Aisha Nalule (FUFA Competitions Director), Ahmed Hussein (FUFA Communications Director), Denis Lukambi (FUFA Legal Manager), and emmnaule Kazoora (IT MAnager) are the Instructors.

      FUFA Deputy CEO-Football Decolas Kiiza making a presentation on Monday

      While making his remarks during the opening ceremony, the FUFA 2nd Vice President Mugoye urged the participants to be fair when handling players’ business.

      ‘FUFA has a vision of becoming the Number one football Nation in Africa on and off the field. To achieve this, we have to go professional through having more Intermediaries that can handle the business of players outside the pitch. A footballer may not be good at negotiating contracts but we urge you to be fair when handling the business with players and Clubs.’ said Mugoye

      FUFA 2nd Vice President Darius Mugoye making his remarks during the course

      ‘The two day course is supposed to open your eyes. Once the two days are done try to interest yourself in reading and understanding more about the game of football’ Mugoye added

      Participants attending the Intermediary course

      The training will climax with an examination assessment to help further streamline the roles and duties of intermediaries since they are part of the football industry.

      Participants attending Intermediary course

      The first intermediary training was held in September 2019 at Jevine hotel, Rubaga.

      Participants 2020

      1. Papira Anthony
      2. Ssesaazi  Mark
      3. Ssebunya  Hamidu
      4. Kotevu  Caesar
      5. Bunyo Samuel Godfrey
      6. Okwakunda Serafin
      7. Kizito Peter Pius
      8. Namanya Banex Dennie
      9. Emmanuel Mangeni
      10. Mayanja Stephen
      11. Julius Kyazze
      12. Swaib Luyombya
      13. Maheshe Paul
      14. Wanyama Andrew
      15. Mpiima Micheal
      16. Kujo Habibi
      17. Stephenson Musoke
      18. Ssekimpi Ashraf
      19. Paul Calvin Mugerwa
      20. Patrice Tadria Aliakai
      21. Ssentongo Tonny
      22. Mepheboshesi Nampa
      23. Lewis Ainebyona
      24. Godwin Eyoki
      25. Mwebaze Benton
      26. Muwanguzi Joel
      27. Matovu Edward George
      28. Kiyaga Simon Harmony
      29. Anguzu Jean Bosco
      30. Mugabe Yassin
      31. Muweesi Habib
      32. Emmanuel Etiang
      33. Mbikaize Benjamin
      34. Kawuma Simeon Bulezi
      35. Mugisa John
      36. Athuman Wasswa
      37. Muhammed Kibirige
      38. Kalulanga Brian
      39. Niwagira Mwine Ronald
      40. Mulindwa Steven
      41. Mulindwa Phillip
      42. Ssendi Ronald
      43. Kimbugwe Hillary
      44. Nsubuga Deogratius
      45. Ssepuya Abubaker
      46. Akugizibwe Micheal
      47. Oola S. Kidega
      48. Bunkeddeko Badru
      49. Matsiko Brian
      50. Micheal Maurice Maberi
      51. Tokawaka Thomas
      52. Ssebitosi  Robert
      53. Kabuye  Dominic
      54. Kayondo Enock
      55. Tony Anold Kalema
      56. Kamurungi Daphine
      57. Kyagulanyi Ignitious
      58. Dauda Walakira
      59. Ddamulira Henry
    • U17 AFCON QUALIFIERS: Uganda Cubs trains in Rubavu

      U17 AFCON QUALIFIERS: Uganda Cubs trains in Rubavu

      Competition: U17 Total CAF AFCON Zonal Qualifiers

      Date: 12 – 22 December 2020

      Host Country: Rwanda

      The tournament will attract 6 countries divided into two groups A and B

      Group A: Uganda, Kenya, Ethiopia

      Group B: Rwanda, Tanzania, Djibouti

      Uganda Cubs conducted their first training session in Umuganda Stadium (outside pitch) in Rubavu town on Saturday, 12th December 2020.

      Uganda was meant to play against South Sudan on the same day in Rubavu district at Umuganda Stadium by mid day in their tournament’s opening game but South Sudan was disqualified by the organizers on account of age cheating.

      Uganda U-17 head coach Hamzah Lutalo briefs the players

      Uganda Cubs Head Hamuza Lutalo was quick to express his disappointment and frustration by the fact that their opening game never took place.

      Lutalo said; ‘Of course we are sorry to our colleagues of South Sudan for not making it but to our side we are affected hugely. When you’re here all your mind is focused on playing your games and go.’

      Uganda U-17 players in ball work session

      ‘We have decided to train as we wait for our second game on the fixture and that is against Kenya on Kenya on Wednesday next week.’ Lutalo added.

      Some of the goalkeepers on the Uganda U-17 team

      Group A, where Cubs is pitted is now remaining with three teams namely Uganda, Kenya, and Ethiopia and the two table toppers will go straight to the semi finals.

      Uganda is the reigning champions and will be aiming to defend the title in order to book a place in the U17 Afcon finals that will be held Morocco next year.

      Assistant coach Brian Ssenyondo and head coach Hamzah Lutalo
    • FUFA Dissociates Itself from the ‘Association Of Sports Federations’

      FUFA Dissociates Itself from the ‘Association Of Sports Federations’

      FUFA sent a representative to the meeting of National Sports Federations at Kati-Kati Restaurant on Thursday 10th December 2020 and a report was made to the FUFA Executive Committee.

      FUFA hereby dissociates itself from the Association formed and will consequently not be part of the activities of the formed Association.

      However, in synergy with other stakeholders, FUFA will continue to advocate for more attention to the entire sports industry in Uganda from the Government and Private Sector through the National Council of Sports, Uganda Olympic Committee, Ministry of Education and Sports and the various relevant Government institutions but not creating and being part of parallel bodies.

      FUFA believes that the challenges that need to be urgently addressed through appropriate channels include; Legislative bottle necks arising out of an outdated 1964 NCS Act, Insufficient funding to the sports subsector and particularly National Sports Federations, Lack of Sports Infrastructure for International, National, Regional, Village sports training and competitions and Policies that drive more private sector investments to Sports Industry.

      FUFA will remain open to join efforts with other National Sports Federations using strategies and approaches that do not seem to either contradict or undermine the already existing efforts and institutions.

    • Uganda Premier League: FUFA issues Guidelines on return of fans to stadiums

      Uganda Premier League: FUFA issues Guidelines on return of fans to stadiums

      FUFA has received numerous outcries from clubs and other stakeholders about the need to allow fans into stadia under the existing directives and guidelines from His Excellency the President of Uganda, the Ministry of Health and other Government agencies.

      Pursuant to Article 10(2) of the FUFA COVID-19 Regulations “Spectators shall only be allowed with written permission from FUFA”,;

      FUFA wishes to issue this circular No. 1126 to guide clubs and stakeholders that fans shall be allowed in stadiums (in writing) upon fulfilment of the following conditions:

      1. Appointment of a Club Medical Liaison Officer, Club Hygiene Implementation Officer and Club Safety and Security Officer
      2. Registration of season ticket holders not exceeding 200
      3. Submission of the list of season ticket holders to FUFA with their full bio data to facilitate tracing when need arises.
      4. Only season ticket holders (maximum 200) shall access the stadium during competition matches.
      5. No other persons shall be allowed access to the stadium beyond those stipulated in Article 13 of the FUFA COVID-19 Regulations.
      6. The host team shall provide attendance statistics to the Match Commissioner and shall form part of his report.
      7. Strict observance of all Standard Operating Procedures in accordance with directives and guidelines from His Excellency the President of Uganda, the Ministry of Health, other Government agencies, the FIFA and CAF COVID-19 protocol, and the FUFA COVID-19 Regulations.
      8. Any Club or football entity that fails to abide by the conditions as set out above shall be liable to sanctions including but not limited to monetary fines and withdrawal of the privilege.
    • U17 CAF/CECAFA Zonal Qualifiers: Uganda Cubs conduct first training in Rwanda

      U17 CAF/CECAFA Zonal Qualifiers: Uganda Cubs conduct first training in Rwanda

      Competition: U17 Total CAF AFCON Zonal Qualifiers 

      Tournament period: 12the-22nd December 2020

      Host Country: Rwanda 

      Stadium: Umuganda Stadium- Rubavu

      The tournament will attract 7 countries divided I to two groups A and B*_

      Group A: Uganda, Kenya, Ethiopia and South Sudan

      Opening match: Uganda U17 vs South Sudan (Midday in Rwanda, 1pm in Uganda)

      Group B: Rwanda, Tanzania, Djibouti.

      The Uganda National U17 football team conducted their first training on Thursday at Kicukiro playground in Kigali, Rwanda.

      The Cubs arrived in Rwanda on Monday night but had to undergo the mandatory 24hour isolation before they could embark on the team’s other activities as set by the tournament organisers.

      Mawa Oscar closest to the ball with Hassan Mubiru during training

      The one and half hour training session that started at 9 am Local time in Rwanda saw coach Hamuza Lutalo take his players through light regeneration due to the three days they had taken without any drills.  

      • Bugembe Issa leading his teammates during training

      ‘We have managed to conduct our first training. We are focused and looking forward to the tournament. We shall adjust according to the regulations of the tournament organisers. The next final training session will give us a picture of what kind of team to name on Saturday when we play our first match against South Sudan’

      Uganda U17 players during training on Thursday

      The team will conduct their final training session on Friday in Kigali at Mumena playground at 10:00am before traveling to Rubavu at 2pm.

      The organisers named Rubavu as the new host town of the tournament. The matches will be played at Umuganda Stadium.

      The two finalists will play in the U17 Total African Cup of Nations-Morocco in 2021.

    • U17 AFCON/CECAFA Zonal Qualifiers: Lutalo names Uganda’s Final Squad, team flies out tonight

      U17 AFCON/CECAFA Zonal Qualifiers: Lutalo names Uganda’s Final Squad, team flies out tonight

      The Head coach of Uganda U17 National football team Hamuza Lutalo has today named a 20 man squad for the the U17 AFCON/CECAFA Zonal Qualifiers in Rwanda. The team flies out tonight at 10pm.

      Uganda Cubs (U17) Team photo ready for a practice Match at the FUFA Technical Centre.

      The tournament is slated to commence on Saturday 12th to 22nd December.

      Uganda is the reigning U17 CECAFA champion and will be looking at defending it in order to qualify for the African Cup of Nations U17 Finals that will be staged in Morocco next year.

      Team Captain Ibrahim Juma

      Contingent traveling Rwanda

      1. Mwebe Henry Goalkeeper – (Express Fc Junior Team)
      2. Magada Abdu – Goalkeeper (Busoga United Junior Team)
      3. Oyirwoth Humphrey- Goalkeeper (Express Fc Junior Team)
      4. Mulema Vincent Defender (Kyetume Fc Junior Team)
      5. Ibrahim Juma – Defender (KCCA SA)
      6. Luyima Enock – Defender (Volf SA)
      7. Mukisa Simon – Defender (KCCA SA)
      8. Gava Peter – Defender (Express FC Junior Team)
      9. Madoi Ronald – Defender (Wakiso Giants Junior Team)
      10. Irinimbabazi Ivan – Midfielder (Bright Stars FC, Junior Team)
      11. Kaliisa Shugai – Midfielder (Express FC Junior Team)
      12. Mutyaba Travis – Midfielder (Vipers Sc Junior Team)
      13. Mwanje Elvis Eddy – Midfielder – (KCCA SA)
      14. Mudiba Samir – Midfielder – Express Fc Junior Team
      15. Magogo Shafiq – Foward (KCCA SA)
      16. Mubiru Hassan – Forward (Express Fc Junior Team)
      17. Mawa Oscar – Forward (KCCA FC SA)
      18. Bugembe Issa – Foward (Bright Stars FC Junior Team)
      19. Jumbe Fahad – Forward (Vipers SC Junior Team)
      20. Basil Tenywa Tuma – Forward (Eton College, United Kingdom)

      Officials

      Magoola Issa-Leader of Delegation

      Lutalo Hamzah – Head Coach

      Ssenyondo Brian – Assistant Coach

      Kiberu Mubarak – Goalkeeping Coach

      Kyesimira Arthur – Fitness Coach

      Kabatalindwa Mable – Team Doctor

      Mutyaba Bashir – Team Manager

      Bumpenje Frank – Kits Manager

      Mutaka Joseph – Media Officer

      Mulekeezi Reagan – 1021.1 FUFA fm (Commentary)

    • Ugandan players in Diaspora: Luwagga on target, Okello features in Paradou stalemate

      Ugandan players in Diaspora: Luwagga on target, Okello features in Paradou stalemate

      What a weekend it was for a number of Ugandan players in the diaspora.

      But do you know how they fared? Find out now.

      In the Israel, Onform William Luwagga Kizito again netted as his Hapoel Kfar Saba side drew 1-1 against Hapoel Hadera.

      In Algeria, Allan Okello played his first season game as his Paradou AC side drew 2-2 at Constantine.

      Allan Okello in action for Paradou

      In the CAF Champions League,

      Allan Brian Kizza played full time as his Le Messager Ngozi drew 1-1 against Swaziland’s Young Bufaloes to bow out in away goal’s rule. Defender Steven Mugisha wasn’t in the match day squad.

      ‘We played our hearts out but it wasn’t our day, we got a chance to win it from the spot but we failed and that’s football and as a player am disappointed.’

      Kizza told the FUFA Media.

      Custodian Salim Jamal was an unused substitute as his Al Hilal Omdurman side beat Vipers SC 1-0 to progress 2-0 on aggregate.

      Mathias Kigonya played full time as his Forest Rangers side lost 2-0 at Gabon side Bouenguidi to bow out.

      ‘Not happy with the results but happy for the team spirit from the boys. Focus now turns to the league.’

      He said after the game.

      Left-winger Elukanah Nkugwa wasn’t in the matchday squad as his Mogadishu City stars bowed out losing 2-0 at home to Sonidep of Nigeria.

      In the CAF Confederation cup,

      Sulait Luyima was in goal as his Djibouti side also home to former Arsenal and Barcelona Midfielder Alexander Song was thrashed 9-1 at Arab Contractors of Egypt.

      Lawrence Nduga was an unused substitute as his Orapa United side lost 1-0 at As Kigali to bow out on away goal’s rule.

      ‘It’s very disappointing that we are out and I feel bad we’ve not made it through to face my home side KCCA FC but that’s football though it’s had to take in.‘

      Nduga told the FUFA media.

      Defender Joseph Othieno featured as his Musongati FC side lost 2-1 at Green Eagles to bow out.

      Coach Alex Isabirye was on the touchline as his Somalian side Horseed lost 3-0 to Al Ittihad to bow out as well.

      In the Czech Republic second division, Isaac Muleme featured for 90 minutes as his Viktoria Zizkov drew 1-1 against Jihlava.

      In the Swedish supprettan, Alexis Bbakka featured for 61 minutes before paving way for Embaye as his Umea FC drew 1-1 against Orgryte.

      Alexis Bbaka (R) playing for Umea FC

      In the Allsvenskun, Ronald Mukiibi and Isak Ssewankambo player full time as their Ostersunds FC lost 4-0 at Malmo FF. Mukiibi saw yellow in the encounter.

      In DRC, Joseph Ochaya was introduced in the 85th minute as his TP Mazembe claimed a 1-0 away win at RCK.

      Joseph Ochaya preparing to take a cornerkick

      In the English League 1, Jordan Obita featured for 90 minutes and also got booked as his Oxford united drew 1-1 against Hull city.

      In the English Championship, Karl Mubiru Ikpeazu wasn’t in the match day squad due to injury as his Wycombe Wanderers drew 0-0 at Preston.

      In the Portuguese Segunda, left back Alex Kakuba was an used substitute as his CD Cova Piedade beat Varnim 3-1 on the road.

      In the Estonia Meistrilliga, striker Edrisa Lubega was an unused substitute as his Paide Linameskond beat Kalju 7-4 at home.

      In the Tanzanian Vodacom Premier League, Boban Zirintusa wasn’t in the match day squad as his Mtibwa Sugars beat Mwadui 1-0 at home.

      In the English League2, Elvis Bwomono featured for 90 minutes as his Southend united drew goalless against Stevenage.

      In the Kenya Premier League, Peter Lwasa featured for 90 minutes as his Kariobangi sharks drew goalless against Nzoia sugar.

      Rogers Aloro and skipper Hashim Sempala player full time as their Tusker FC side drew 0-0 against Bandari FC. William Wadri and Fred Nkata weren’t in the match day squad for Bandari.

      Tusker FC’s Rogers Aloro (yellow) keeping a keen eye on an opponent.

      Custodian Benjamin Ochan wasn’t in the match day squad as his AFC Leopards beat Bidco United 2-0 on the road.

      Defender Yusuf Mukiisa wasn’t in the match day squad as his Nairobi City Stars lost 1-0 at Kenya CB.

      In Scotland, Bevis Mugabi featured for 90 minutes as his Motherwell FC side lost 3-0 at home toHibernian.

      In South Africa, Denis Onyango featured for 90 minutes as his Mamelodi Sundowns drew 1-1 against Maritzburg United.

      In the Danish Premier League, Moses Opondo cane on in 78th minute for Frokjaer as his Odense FC beat Aalborg FC 2-1 at home. Robert Kakeeto wasn’t in Aalborg’s match day squad.

      In Turkey, Miya Farouk wasn’t in the match day squad due to a muscle injury as his Konyaspor FC side beat Erzurum BB 2-0 at home.

      In Zambia, Paul Musamaali wasn’t in the match day squad as his Buildcon FC side beat Zanaco 1-0 at home.

      In the Morocco Botola Pro League, Nelson Ssenkatuka wasn’t in the match day squad as his Mogreb Tetouan side lost 2-0 at home to Chabab Mohammedia.

      Elsewhere forward Patrick Henry Kaddu wasn’t in the match day squad as his new side Youssoufia Berrechid lost 2-0 at giants Wydad Casablanca.

      Monday 7th December Fixtures.

      Israel

      Bayo Fahad and Timothy Awanyi will be in action as their Ashdod FC hosts Maccabi Tel Aviv.

      In Tanzania, Nicholas Wadada’s Azam FC visits Gwambina FC

    • KCCA provide the Cubs with excellent rehearsal prior to AFCON U-17 qualifiers

      KCCA provide the Cubs with excellent rehearsal prior to AFCON U-17 qualifiers

      Practice Match: KCCA 4-1 Uganda U-17 (Cubs)

      The Uganda U17 national football team (Cubs) fell short 4-1 to Kampala City Council Authority Football Club during the third practice match played at the MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo.

      Peter Senyonjo (brace), Brian Aheebwa and Joshua Kigozi scored for KCCA.

      Travis Mutyaba got the consolation goal for Uganda Cubs.

      This was yet another practice match for the Uganda cubs since they entered camp at the FUFA Technical Centre in Njeru on November 6, 2020.

      Action between KCCA and the Uganda U-17 team

      The Cubs also lost in the first two practice matches against Uganda Hippos (U20) 5-2 and KCCA FC 5-1.

      Cubs head coach Hamzah Lutalo believes that the matches have prepared the players physically and emotionally.

      ‘We had had great preparations and we thank FUFA for the adequate time provided. The players are in the best shape going to the tournament. The three friendly matches played have given us the best test of what we should be expecting in Rwanda where the main target is qualification to the AFCON U-17 finals in 2021‘ Lutalo stated.

      Cubs head coach Hamuza Lutalo and fitness trainer Arthur Kyesimira consult each other
      KCCA prepares for set piece against the Uganda Cubs team at the MTN Onondi Stadium, Lugogo

      Uganda Cubs is in preparation for the forthcoming U17 CAF Africa Cup of Nations Zonal Qualifiers that will be staged in Rwanda from 13-28 of December.

      They have since shifted base to Kampala at the Cranes Paradise Hotel in Kisaasi.

      The two finalists in the qualifiers tourney will get a permit to play in the U17 AFCON finals that will be held in Morocco next year.

      Meanwhile, the team departs the country for Rwanda on Monday, 7th December 2020 for Rwanda where they will undergo a 48 hour quarantine of self isolation as per the tournament guidelines and regulations.

      KCCA XI: Charles Lukwago (Captain), Denis Iguma, Herbert Achai, Peter Magambo, Musana Hassan, Ashraf Mugume, Gift Ali, Kizito Keziron, Brian Aheebwa, Peter Senyonjo, Kigozi

      Subs: Fillbert Obenchan, Samuel Kato, Jum Balinya, Charles Lwanga

      Uganda Cubs XI: Abdul Magada (GK), Vincent Mulema, Juma Ibrahim (Captain), Ronald Madoi, Simon Mukisa, Shugai Kalisa, Elvis Mwanje, Godfrey Sekibengo, Oscar Mawa, Travis Mutyaba, Hassan Mubiru.

      Subs: Henry Mwebe (GK), Fahad Jumbe, Samir Mudiba, Ivan Irinimbabazi, Enock Luyima, Peter Gava, Issa Bugembe, Basil Tuma, Opaala Edrine Mukisa, Shafik Magogo, Christopher Nyongesa, Faisal Kifumba, Norman Rukai (GK)

      Fitness coach Arthur Kyesimira goes through the paces with the players
      Assistant coach Brian Ssenyondo and the team coordinator Bashir Mutyaba
    • Each Member of victorious Uganda U-20 Contingent to get 4M as AFCON Qualification Package

      Each Member of victorious Uganda U-20 Contingent to get 4M as AFCON Qualification Package

      FUFA has confirmed a package of Four Million Uganda Shillings (UGX 4,000,000) to each member of the victorious Uganda U-20 team that qualified for the 2021 Total AFCON Finals to be hosted by Mauritania.

      The announcement made on Friday morning at Jevine Hotel- Rubaga follows Wednesday’s communication by the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo who had talked to the entire contingent before taking on Tanzania in the final of the CAF/ CECAFA U-20 Zonal Qualifiers in Karuta. He had told them that each person would get USD 700 and USD 300 for qualifying and winning the cup respectively.

      In local currency, that would have been around UGX 3.7M but FUFA instead rounded of the figure to make it UGX 4M.

      The players and officials will also get camp allowances for the period they were away from home.

      The FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo holding the trophy that was won by the Uganda U-20 team.

      FUFA President briefed the players today having returned from Tanzania last night.

      FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo (L) and FUFA 2nd Vice President Darius Mugoye at the function

      The brief ceremony was attended by FUFA 1st Vice President Justus Mugisha, FUFA 2nd Vice President Darius Mugoye, Executive Committee Member Hamid Juma, FUFA CEO Edgar Watson and FUFA Deputy CEO- Football Decolas Kiiza.

      Gavins Kizito handed over the trophy to FUFA President and Exco Members

      Eng. Magogo stated that the Federation is going to embark on preparations and Programmes for the Final Tournament in Mauritania. He urged the players to keep focused spiritually, mentally and physically.

      ‘We thank the Almighty for the gift of talents in the team that have enabled us to qualify for the first time to play in the AFCON U20 Finals. We need to develop you as complete footballers. Players should be spiritually strong and fit’ noted Eng. Magogo

      FUFA President says he is happy with the growth of the team

      ‘I am proud of having watched the game. I liked the hunger and desire to win shown by the players in every game. It was a strong fight and we are proud of the display from the players. FUFA will give UGX 4M to each member of the contingent’ said FUFA President.

      ‘Five years ago we started the Juniors league and most of these players are products from the project. It is not by coincidence that we are the CECAFA Champions for U15, U17 and U20’ asserted Magogo.

      ‘The next baton is about preparing the team to win the AFCON U20 Finals and not just qualifying. We want to prepare you as great players by winning at the continent and qualifying for the world cup’ added the FUFA President.

      ‘FUFA will invest more in AFCON U20 Finals preparations and its programmes. Players should keep away from being victims of COVID-19 because it is another form of injury to players’ concluded Eng. Magogo.

      Youth Football falls under the office of Deputy CEO Decolas Kiiza. He also attended the function.

      At the same function, Uganda U20 National team (Hippos) Head Coach Morley Byekwaso applauded the Federation for the support and trust in him.

      ‘I thank the Federation for the support and trust in me.  I am privileged to lead the team to success. I trusted and selected the players on merit but those who were not spiritually healthy were left out because they could not achieve anything’ said Byekwaso

      Uganda U-20 Head coach Morley Byekwaso addressing the group at Jevine Hotel. On the left is Goalkeeping coach Stephen Kigundu

      ‘We played practice matches that helped me to analyse the ability of my players. I thank the players for the performance and working together as a family in every game that we played. We request the Federation to have early preparations for the AFCON Finals so that we can maintain what has been achieved’ added Morley Byekwaso.

      The Uganda U-20 (Hippos) Captain Gavin Kizito Mugweri commended FUFA for the facilitation and support towards the team.

      Team Captain Garvin Kizito Mugweri

      ‘I thank FUFA for the facilitation given to the team all the way from Njeru up to the final tournament. We are going to work hard to compete in the final tournament and do our best to qualify for the world cup tournament’ said Kizito.

      L-R FUFA 1st Vice President Justus Mugisha, FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo, FUFA EXCOM Hamid Juma, Leader of Delegation Ariga Rasoul, Hippos Captain Gavin Kizito, Hippos Head Coach Morley Bywkwaso and CECAFA U20 Top scorer Ivan Bogere

      Head of Delegation FUFAExecutive Committee Member Ariga Rasoul appreciated the players and the technical team for the great work done that led to the qualification of the team to the AFCON U-20 Finals.

      He cautioned players to remain consistent and urged players to concentrate and prepare for the final tournament in Mauritania.

      Leader of Delegation Rasoul Ariga at the function

      ‘It has been a successful tournament for the team. It was a good team but now needs consistency. I urge the players to concentrate and maintain discipline. The performance we put up is justification that we are progressing as a Federation’ said Ariga Rasoul

      Uganda Hippos Players celebrating their goal

      The Final U20 tournament will be played in Mauritania in late February 2021.

    • Tanzania Vs Uganda – 2020 CECAFA Challenge Cup final (Preview)

      Tanzania Vs Uganda – 2020 CECAFA Challenge Cup final (Preview)

      AFCON U-20 Qualifiers (CECAFA Zone):

      Final: Tanzania Vs Uganda (Wednesday, 2nd December 2020) – Black Rhino Academy Ground (3:30 PM)

      Live on 102.1 FUFA f.m

      Hosts Tanzania and Uganda will face off in the final of the 2020 CECAFA Challenge Cup U-20 on Wednesday, 2nd November at the Black Rhino Academy, Karatu.

      Tanzania are the defending champions and Uganda will be looking for the opportunity to dethrone them.

      Uganda’s head coach Morley Byekwaso is optimistic that the final will be interesting since both sides have ball players and the better organized country on the day will win the trophy.

      Uganda Hippos players and officials pray after the semi-final victory over Kenya

      ‘I anticipate a great game of football. Both countries have both players and the better side on the day will win the trophy’ Byekwaso disclosed after the final training session on the match eve.

      Uganda humbled Kenya 3-1 in the first semi-final on Monday before Tanzania edged South Sudan 1-0 during the subsequent game.

      Both Uganda and Tanzania are already assured of slots in the AFCON U-20 finals come 2021 that will be hosted in Mauritania.

      Uganda Hippos’ Richard Basangwa beats two Kenyan players in the semi-finals
      Uganda Hippos technical team during the pre-match customs that include the singing of the national anthems