Author: Ahmed Marsha

  • AFCON 2019 Updates: Uganda Cranes enjoy first day out of training in Abu Dhabi

    AFCON 2019 Updates: Uganda Cranes enjoy first day out of training in Abu Dhabi

    Uganda Cranes in Abu Dhabi 

    AFCON Fixtures
    22nd June Uganda vs the Democtratic Republic of  Congo
    26th June 26 Uganda vs Zimbabwe
    30th June Egypt vs Uganda 

    The days are getting closer to the kick-off of the Total AFCON Finals in Egypt. Uganda Cranes are not taking things for granted as a three week camp in Abu Dhabi will have help Sebastien Desabre tune up his boys ahead of the continental show piece that kicks off on 21st June in Cairo.

    Upon arrival in the Arab world on Monday afternoon, the head coach shared his training schedule with the players which rolled off on Tuesday morning at the Sheikh Zayed stadium -Abu Dhabi Cricket Sports complex. The Uganda Cranes contingent is camped at the five star Park Rotana Hotel.

    The one hour session saw the players undergo drills that involved warm up sessions of running and stretching but with less time on the ball. The team is expected to return to the same complex at 7.30pm to complete the day’s double training session.

    Uganda Cranes Captain Denis Onyango trained alone under the guidance of experienced goalkeeping coach Fred Kajoba. Onyango’s other colleagues in the goalkeeping area Robert Odongkara, Salim Jamal and Charles Lukwago will join camp later.

    Fred Kajoba (in black attire) monitoring Denis Onyango during training. Onyango did a solo job on Monday morning as heis the only keeper in camp so far.

    Sebastien asks players to concentrate and makeuse of the camp

    Head coach Sebastien Desabre has asked his players to remain focussed during their stay in Abu Dhabi.

    ‘It is not easy to adapt to this weather as it is hot. It is important for the boys to adapt to the weather but I am happy with the first session today. It is the same weather they will find in Egypt. They need to concentrate a lot. We need to prepare well for the tournament as we have two friendlies on 9th and 15th June before we fly out to Cairo’ said Sebastien Desabre.

     

    L-R Derrick Nsibambi, Patrick Kaddu, Moses Waisswa, Allan Kyambadde, Isaac Muleme and Bevis Mugabi in Abu Dhabi getting set for training on Tuesday morning

    Kirizestom Ntambi joins camp

    The stylish midfielder who can also be slotted in defence joined the camp in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday morning. The Coffee FC player is expected to train with the rest of the team later today. Ntambi joins Nsibambi who never started the journey with the Uganda Cranes from Kampala. Nsibambi joined the team from Cairo. The rest of the players will report between 2nd and 7th

    Uganda Cranes gets Chiropractor

    Dr. Charles Sebwana has been added on the medical professionals list in camp. He is a Chiropractor who specializes in bones and joints.

    ‘Allow me to welcome a new member of the team Dr. Charles Sebwana. He is the team’s Chiropractor who will do a wonderful job with us during this camp. He will join Dr. Ronald Kisolo and Dr. Ivan Sewanyana’ said the coach who briefed the players about Dr. Sebwana before the team left Kabira Country club on Monday morning.

    Uganda Cranes Chiropractor Dr. Charles Sebwana (L) with defender Murushid Juuko resting after training

    Who is a Chiropractor?

    A chiropractor is a health care professional focused on the diagnosis and treatment of neuromuscular disorders, with an emphasis on treatment through manual adjustment and/or manipulation of the spine.

    The boots ‘machines’ being displayed and ready for duty at the training session in Abu Dhabi
    Some of the Uganda Cranes officials in camp L-R Crispus Muyinda (Team Coordinator), Issa Magoola (Leader of Delegation), Dr. Ivan Ssewanyana (Physiotherapist), Dr. Ronald Kisolo (Team Physician), Dr. Charles Sebwana (Chiropractor) , Lawrence Kizito and Ayub Balyejusa ( Kit Managers)
    L-R Reigning Airtel FUFA Player of the year Moses Waisswa , Patrick Kaddu and Sadam Juma after training on Tuesday at Sheikh Zayat stadium at the Abu Dhabi Cricket Sports Complex
    Allan Kyambadde faces camera as he puts on his shoes to get ready for football business in Abu Dhabi
    L-R Kyambadde, Joseph Ochaya and Nsibambi during training
    A Kenyan  Ismail Nasongo (R) working in Abu Dhabi but supports AFC Leopards had time to take a photo with Uganda Cranes midfielder Khalid Aucho who used to play for Gor Mahia. The duo rekindled some memories of the ‘Mashemeji derby’ played between two bitter rivals Gor Mahia and AFC Leopards
    Assistant Uganda Cranes coach Matia Lule with Derrick Nsibambi after training today in Abu Dhabi

    Players in Abu Dhabi  (16):

    Denis Masinde Onyango, Hassan Wasswa Mawanda, Joseph Benson Ochaya, Timothy Denis Awanyi, Godfrey Walusimbi, Patrick Henry Kaddu, Bevis Mugabi, Isaac Muleme, Khalid Aucho, Taddeo Lwanga, Allan Kyambadde, Ibrahim Sadam Juma, Moses Waiswa, Derrick Nsibambi, Murushid Jjuuko and Kirizestom Ntambi.

    Team Officials

    • Leader of Delegation: Mr. Issa Magoola
    • Head coach: Sebastien Desabre
    • Assistant coach: Mathias Lule
    • Goalkeeper coach: Fred Kajoba
    • Team Doctor: Dr. Ronald Kisolo
    • Team Coordinator: Crispus Muyinda
    • Physiotherapist: Dr. Ivan Ssewanyana
    • Team Chiropractor: Dr. Charles Sebwana
    • Media: Ahmed Hussein
    • Physical Fitness trainer: Jerome D’Antonio
    • Kit Managers: Lawrence Kizito and Ayub Balyejusa

    MAIN PHOTO: Uganda Cranes players listening to the head coach Sebastien Desabre for the customary brief before training gets underway at the Abu Dhabi Cricket Sports Complex. 

  • FUFA Women’s Cup 2019: Lady Doves, Makerere University qualify for the final

    FUFA Women’s Cup 2019: Lady Doves, Makerere University qualify for the final

    FUFA Women’s Cup 2019:

    Semifinal Results:

    • She Corporate 2 (3) – 2 (4) Lady Doves
    • Echoes High School 0-5 Makerere University

     

    Masindi based Lady Doves women football club will face Makerere University ladies football team during the final of the 2019 FUFA Women’s Cup on 8th June.

    The development was confirmed on Monday evening following the completion of the second semi-final contest between Soroti’s Echoes High School and Makerere University.

    Makerere University won by a landslide, triumphing 5-0 in a one sided duel held in Soroti.

    First, Lady Doves, who are coached by former Crested Cranes starlet Oliver Mbekeka booked their place in the final with a nail-biting 4-3 victory in post match penalties after a 2 all stalemate in normal time with nemesis entity, She Corporates at the Nakawa play ground, MUBS on Sunday.

    It was She Corporates who tasted the first bite at the curry with the lead through Betty Namataka just after 15 minutes.

    17 minutes later, the visitors were celebrating following Nuru Nakyanzi’s equalizer.

    She Corporates’ Cissy Nantongo (right) dribbles the ball away from Lady Doves’ Nuulu Nakyanzi at MUBS play ground, Nakawa

    Come the 34th minute, She Corporates’ defender Christine Nambirige was unfortunate to score against her own goalkeeper Vanesa Karungi as Lady Doves swiftly recovered to lead 2-1 heading to the mandatory half time recess as the two sides’ players headed for the much needed and mandatory breather.

    The goal galore continued in the 85th minute when substitute Dorcus Namukisa equalized, a goal treated with joy for She Corporates and agony for the visitors as the match headed for the kicks from the penalty spot to determine the winner.

    Lady Doves smiled back to their Masindi fortress the lucky entity having succedded 4-3 in the rather tense,exciting and dramatic shoot out 4-3.

    Goalkeeper Daisy Nakaziro saved Cissy Nantongo’s effort while Kenyan midfielder Jackie Ogol fired wide as Lady Doves eventually won 4-3.

    Lady Doves midfielder Margaret Agnes Kayima (in white) takes on Sarah Namulindwa

    The second semifinal was a one way traffic affair, Makerere University humbling Echoes 5-0 at the Soroti sports ground on Monday.

    Amina Nababi led the goal scoring business with two goals.

    The other strikes arrived in a timely sequence from Rebecca Nakasaato, Samalie Nakamatte and Madina Nakaayi.

    Barely 24 hours to the National Heroes Day this year, the long awaited final will be played (on Saturday, 8th June) between rookies Lady Doves and Makerere University.

    The two clubs will make history for their respective first ever cup, just like it was witnessed in the men’s version when Proline won their maiden Stanbic Uganda Cup trophy having beaten Bright Stars at the Masaka Recreational Stadium.

    The venue for the 2019 FUFA Women’s cup will be confirmed as soon as possible.

  • AFCON Finals 2019: Uganda Cranes Delegation Arrives Safely in Abu Dhabi for Training Camp

    AFCON Finals 2019: Uganda Cranes Delegation Arrives Safely in Abu Dhabi for Training Camp

    The Uganda Cranes delegation that departed the country for Abu Dhabi on Monday morning (4am) reached their final destination at 2:55 PM (East African Time, 3.55pm in Abu Dhabi).

    All the players and officials on board reached safely before checking in at  Park Rotana Hotel in Abu Dhabi.

    The group was also joined by Egyptian based striker Derrick Nsibambi while in Abu Dhabi.

    They are expected to conduct their opening session on Tuesday morning (9:30 AM) and again in the afternoon (5:30 PM).

    Team captain Denis Onyango expects great benefits from this training camp which will further prepare them for the 2019 TOTAL AFCON Championship in Egypt.

    The players have trained well in Kampala for two weeks to boost the fitness levels. I believe the camp in Abu Dhabi will further help the team and polish us up. Also, the weather will be a great deal for acclimization just like the weather in Egypt‘ Dennis Onyango stated.

    The team head of delegation, Issa Magoola, a FUFA Executive Committee member narrates the successful journey traveled from Entebbe.

    We traveled well from Entebbe through Cairo to Abu Dhabi. We were joined by one player Derrick Nsibambi and the rest are expected starting Tuesday. Everyone on the team is safe and ready for the camp.‘ Issa Magoola, head of delegation.

    Hassan Wasswa Mawanda, the vice captain of the Uganda Cranes

    We started the camp a little bit much earlier in Kampala so that we can boost our fitness levels under the coaches. This has been intend helpful. I have the hope that by the time we end this training camp in Abu Dhabi, we shall be fully fit for the tournament in Egypt. At this juncture, I rally upon the fans to be behind us at all times. We are confident and shall not disappoint’ expressed Hassan Wasswa Mawanda, the team vice captain.

    Uganda Cranes is in group A alongside hosts Egypt, Zimbabwe and neighbours Democratic Republic of Congo.

    Left backs affair: Godfrey ‘Jajja Walu” Walusimbi (left) with Isaac Muleme

    Players in Abu Dhabi:

    Denis Masinde Onyango, Hassan Wasswa Mawanda, Joseph Benson Ochaya, Timothy Denis Awanyi, Godfrey Walusimbi, Patrick Henry Kaddu, Bevis Mugabi, Isaac Muleme, Khalid Aucho, Taddeo Lwanga, Allan Kyambadde, Ibrahim Sadam Juma, Moses Waiswa, Derrick Nsibambi and Murushid Jjuuko

    From the left; Ivan Ssewanyana, Tadeo Lwanga and Mathias Lule
    Ayub Balyejusa with the lead of delegation Issa Magoola (right)
    L-R: Head coach Sebastien Desabre, Trainer Antonio D’Jerome and assistant coach Mathias Lule.

    Team Officials

    • Leader of Delegation: Mr. Issa Magoola
    • Head coach: Sebastien Desabre
    • Assistant coach: Mathias Lule
    • Goalkeeper coach: Fred Kajoba
    • Team Doctor: Dr. Ronald Kisolo
    • Team Coordinator: Crispus Muyinda
    • Physiotherapist: Dr. Ivan Ssewanyana
    • Team Chiropractor: Dr. Charles Sebwana
    • Media: Ahmed Hussein
    • Physical Fitness trainer: Jerome D’Antonio
    • Kit Managers: Lawrence Kizito and Ayub Balyejusa

    MAIN PHOTO: The Uganda Cranes team leaders Denis Onyango (Captain) and his vice Hassan Wasswa Mawanda

  • Brother Mugabo: Uganda Cranes back to back qualification to the TOTAL AFCON finals wasn’t a gamble

    Brother Mugabo: Uganda Cranes back to back qualification to the TOTAL AFCON finals wasn’t a gamble

    St. Henry’s College Kitovu head teacher Brother Augustine Mugabo saluted the current administration at the helm of FUFA leadership led by Eng. Moses Magogo for restoring tranquility and sanity back to the beautiful game in the country.

    Bro. Mugabo confessed that because of FUFA’s sound administration, Uganda Cranes qualification to AFCON was not a gamble, but rather a straight path of plan, efficiency and transparency.

    He made the remarks during a courtesy visit to the football governing body in Mengo, Kampala on Monday Morning.

    Brother Augustine Mugabo interacting with FUFA Deputy CEO Humphrey Mandu at FUFA House, Mengo

    I have truly understood why Uganda Cranes returned to AFCON. It’s not a gamble, it was something planned. Whatever I have found here is professional. I found a big system with every department active. It is a big institution full of professional employees and technical people. FUFA asked me to pass around after visiting my school in Masaka and I am also grateful for receiving balls from FUFA.’ noted Br. Mugabo

    L-R: FUFA Finance Director Decolas Kiiza, Bro. Augustine Mugabo and FUFA Deputy CEO Humphrey Mandu
    Brother Augustine Mugabo while speaking to the media at FUFA House, Mengo

    St Henry’s College Kitovu hosted President’s XI team game against Masaka Select on the eve of Stanbic Uganda Cup on Friday 24th May. The School further hosted the FUFA executives and invited both teams for a dinner.

    During the meeting, FUFA president Eng. Moses Magogo appreciated the School’s support towards football and involvement in footballing activities.

    Father Augustine Mugabo hosted the FUFA officials at St Henry’s Kitovu

    The executive agreed on the donating balls to the School.

    At the just concluded copa Coca-Cola tournament, St Henry’s Kitovu was ejected at the quarter-final stage by eventual winners St Mary’s Kitende

    Main Photo: L-R; Augustine Mugabo while speaking to the media

  • Total AFCON 2019 Preparations: Uganda Cranes depart for Abu Dhabi Training camp

    Total AFCON 2019 Preparations: Uganda Cranes depart for Abu Dhabi Training camp

    Uganda Cranes contingent headed to Abu Dhabi from Kabira Country Club for a three-week residential camp ahead of the AFCON Finals due in Egypt.

    The team departed International Airport in the early morning hours of Monday, 27th May 2019 with a brief stopover in Cairo city, Egypt.

    Vice captain Hassan Wasswa Mawanda and captain Denis Onyango

    The 14 players who left the country on Monday morning are captain; Denis Onyango, Hassan Wasswa Mawanda, Joseph Ochaya, Timothy Awanyi, Godfrey Walusimbi, Patrick Henry Kaddu, Mugabi Bevis, Muleme Isaac, Aucho Khalid, Taddeo Lwanga, Allan Kyambadde, Moses Waisswa, and Murushid Jjuuko.

    Team captain Onyango has praised the spirit of diligence and commitment exhibited by the technical team and the players for the two weeks that they had camped at Kabira Country club, Bukoto.

    I am very impressed that the players showed a high spirit of character and dedication through the two weeks in camp at Kabira. I also thank the technical team and the Federation for preparing the team. I am indebted to the Government for the financial support and logistical support offered to the team over the years. The morale is high‘ Onyango stated.

    L-R: Uganda Cranes head coach Sebastien Desabre, trainer Antonio D’Jerome and assistant coach Mathias Lule
    Joseph Ochaya (Left) smiles for the cameras with Ibrahim Sadam Juma moments before departure at Entebbe International Airport on Monday morning

    There are 15 more players who will fly to Abu Dhabi to join the group that started its journey from Kampala with a stopover in Cairo, Egypt.

    The team departed Cairo by 11:25 AM (East Africana Standard Time) for the final destination.

    While in Abu Dhabi, the team will polish up their training regime and play two international build-up matches.

    Ayub Balyejusa with the leader of delegation Issa Magoola (right)
    Defenders Bevis Mugabi and Timothy Denis Awanyi (right)

    FUFA Executive committee member Issa Magoola is the leader of the delegation.

    Delegation:

    Players:

    Denis Onyango, Hassan Wasswa Mawanda, Joseph Ochaya, Timothy Awanyi, Godfrey Walusimbi, Patrick Kaddu, Bevis Mugabi, Isaac  Muleme, Khalid Aucho, Taddeo Lwanga, Allan Kyambadde, Moses Waisswa, Sadam Juma and Murushid Jjuuko

    Officials:
    Leader of Delegation: Mr. Issa Magola

    Head coach: Sebastien Desabre

    Assistant coach: Mathias Lule

    Goalkeeper coach: Fred Kajoba

    Team Doctor: Dr. Ronald Kisolo

    Physiotherapist: Dr. Ivan Ssewanyana

    Team Chiropractor: Dr. Charles Sebwana

    Media: Ahmed Hussein

    Physical Fitness trainer: Gerome D’Antonio

    Kit Managers: Lawrence Kizito and Ayub Balyejusa

  • Stanbic Uganda Cup Final: Proline FC beats Bright Stars on penalties to win trophy

    Stanbic Uganda Cup Final: Proline FC beats Bright Stars on penalties to win trophy

    Stanbic Uganda Cup 2018/19:

    • Proline 1 (5) – 1 (4) Bright Stars

    Proline Football Club won the 45th edition of the Stanbic Uganda Cup at the Masaka Recreational Stadium on Saturday evening

    The 2018/19 Stanbic Uganda Cup winners recovered from a goal down to beat Bright Stars 5-4 during a tense post match penalty shoot out.

    Normal time of the game had ended one goal apiece with Nelson Senkatuka scoring the day’s opener while Musitafa Mujuzi getting the equaliser from the spot kick.

    Bright Stars had been reduced to 10 men with Aggrey Kirya’s red card in the last 10 minutes of the game.

    Bright Stars FC skipper Nelson Senkatuka with the ball

    In the post match shoot out, Musitafa Mujuzi, Bright Anukani, Allan Egaku, Ivan Bogere and Hakim Kiwanuka converted for Proline.

    Proline’s Saka Mpiima checks on Bright Stars’ Jamil Kaliisa

    Farouk Katongole, Samuel Ssekitto, Rajab Kakooza, Methodius Jjungu were on target for Bright Stars and sadly Senkatuka was the villain as his shot was stopped by the young Proline FC goalkeeper Hassan Matovu.

    Proline FCwill now represent  Uganda in the the CAF Confederation Cup.

    Proline Football Team
    Bright Stars Team in the finals
    The FUFA 1st Vice President Justus Mugisha (3rd Left) presented the medals to the day’s match officials L-R Isa Masembe, William Oloya, Mark Ssonko, Ali Sabila and referees assessor Yusuf Awuye.

    Awards:

    The presentation of medals and awards was performed by FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo, FUFA 1st Vice President Justus Mugisha,  Head Marketing and Communications Stanbic Bank Daniel Ogong, Senior Marketing Manager Sonia Karamagi (Stanbic Bank), Jude Mbabali- LC Chairman MAsaka District , former Uganda Cranes players Sam Kawalya and Iddi Batambuze.

    Musitafa Mujuzi was named the Most Valuable Player of the Tournament.

    He also co-shared the top scorer’s award with Kyetume’s Cephas Kambugu.

    The best goalkeeper was Bright Stars’ Benson Wegima.

    Each individual award came with a trophy and TV.

    Benson Wagima of Bright Stars FC  (R) receives his trophy and Television Set from former Uganda Craes goalkeeper Sam Kawalya.
    Proline’s Mujuzi Musitafa walked back home with accolades on the day. MUjuzi got the MVP award and joint top scorer (4 goals) with Kyetume’s Kambugu Cephas. Both players got a Tv and Trophy each. The award was presented to Mujuzi by Senior Marketing Manager of Stanbic Bank Sonia Karamagi.
    Mujuzi Musitafa (L) picks his top scorer’s award from former Uganda Cranes star Iddi Batambuze. Kyetume’s Kambugu Cephas who also scored 4 goals will get a Tv and Trophy 

    Cash Prizes:

    Champions (Proline): Shs. 40M

    Runners up (Bright Stars): Shs. 20 M

    Semi-finalists: Shs 10M each

    Quarter finalists: Shs 5 M each

    Previous Uganda Cup Finals since 1971

    • 1971: Coffee SC 2-1 Army
    • 1972-1975: competition suspended
    • 1976: Gangama United 0-0 Coffee SC (After Extra Time: 4-2)
    • 1977: Simba Walk Over Nytil FC
    • 1978: Nsambya 1-0 UCB
    • 1979: KCC Walk ovrer UCB
    • 1980: KCC 2-0 Maroons
    • 1981: Coffee SC 1-1 UCB (5-4 pen)
    • 1982: KCC Vs Nile (Nile walked off in 75′ at 1-0; KCC winners)
    • 1983: SC Villa 1-0 KCC
    • 1984: KCC 3-2 Coffee SC
    • 1985: Express 3-1 KCC
    • 1986: SC Villa 2-0 Tobacco
    • 1987:  KCC 1-0 SC Villa
    • 1988: SC Villa 3-1 Express
    • 1989: SC Villa 4-2 Express
    • 1990: KCC 3-0 SC Villa
    • 1991: Express 4-1 Nile
    • 1992: Express 1-0 Nile
    • 1993: KCC 2-1 Dairy Heroes
    • 1994: Express 0-0 KCC (Penalties: 4-3)
    • 1995: Express 2-0 Posta (After Extra Time)
    • 1996: UEB 1-0 Nile
    • 1997: Express 4-1 UEB
    • 1998: SC Villa 2-0 Simba
    • 1999: Dairy Heroes 0-0 Lyantonde FC (Penalties: 3-0)
    • 2000: SC Villa 1-0 Military Police
    • 2001: Express 3-1 Villa
    • 2002: SC Villa 2-1 Express
    • 2003: Express 3-1 Police
    • 2004: KCC 1-1 Express (After Extra Time: 3-2)
    • 2005: URA 2-1 KCC
    • 2006: Express 2-0 Maji
    • 2007: Express 0-0 KCC (After Extra Time: 4-2 pen)
    • 2008: Victors 1-0 Kinyara
    • 2009: Villa 2-1 URA
    • 2010: Victors 1-1 Simba (After Extra Time:5-4 pen)
    • 2011: Simba 2-1 URA
    • 2012: URA 1-0 Bunamwaya
    • 2013: SCVU 1-1 Vipers (After Extra Time:5-3 pen)
    • 2014: URA 2-2 KCC (After Extra Time: 4-2 pen)
    • 2015: SC Villa 3-0 KCC
    • 2016: Vipers SC 3-1 Onduparaka FC
    • 2017: Paidha Black Angels FC 0-2 KCCA FC
    • 2018: KCCA 1-0 Vipers
    • 2019: Proline 1 (5) – 1 (4) Bright Stars
  • Magumba shines as President’s XI falls to Masaka select

    Magumba shines as President’s XI falls to Masaka select

    Uganda Cup Eve Match

    Friday 24th May 2019

    Masaka Select 3-2 President’s XI

    St. Henry’s College Kitovu Masaka

    Former Uganda Cranes Player Hakim Magumba scored a brace as the President’s XI lost 3-2 to Masaka select in an entertaining match played on the eve of the Stanbic Uganda Cup final at St. Henry’s College Kitovu.

    Hakim Magumba joins team mates to celebrate his goal

    The game which attracted thousands of fans involved former Cranes internationals Sam Kawalya, Edward Kalungi, Andy Lule, Philp Ssozi, Richard Malinga, Hassan Mubiru, Alex Isabirye, Iddi Batambuze, Ali Kayongo, Edgar Watson who is also the CEO at FUFA plus the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo the captain of the President’s XI team.

    FUFA President’s XI

    Skills and technics were highlighted in the entire game that produced 5 goals. Magumba gave the President’s XI the lead in the first half before Masaka select equalised minutes later.

    Action at St Henry’s Kitovu ground

    Masaka select added two consecutive goals after the break and convincingly led the game 3-1. However, Magumba never gave up with his exciting dribbles and movements until he grabbed the second to make it 3-2.

    FUFA President captained the team

    Mubiru and Watson came off the bench to play a part in the game that was attended by a good number of fans from the local area, Nyendo Masaka.

    FUFA CEO Edgar Watson came on to join the action

    After the game, the entire team, the FUFA President and Exco members paid a courtesy visit to  Brother Augustine Mugabo’s office before departure. Father Augustine is the head teacher of St Henry’s Kitovu Secondary school

    Brother Augustine Mugabo hosted the FUFA officials

    President’s XI is a FUFA President team with selected former Cranes internationals and it plays such entertaining games during FUFA events. The Ex-Internationals are FUFA Ambassadors.

    FUFA Third vice president Hon. Florence Nakiwala Kiyingi shakes hands with Hakim Magumba during team inspection
    Match officials who handled the game plus team captains

     

  • FUFA hands over collected clothes to Nkobazambogo Youth Group in Masaka

    FUFA hands over collected clothes to Nkobazambogo Youth Group in Masaka

    FUFA CSR Activity:

    Friday 24th May 2019

    Mpugwe – Masaka

    As it is a policy at FUFA to support communities through football, FUFA carries out a campaign to collect clothing materials for donating to the needy at the climax of the Stanbic Uganda Cup annually through Corporate Social Responsivity (CSR) activity.
    FUFA delivered the items to the needy people in Mpugwe- Masaka at the headquarters of Nkobazambogo Youth Group on Friday Morning.

    L-R; FUFA 2nd Vice President Darius Mugoye, FUFA 1st Vice President Justus Mugisha, FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo, Stanbic Bank Manager Masaka Branch Ronald Seruwagi, FUFA EXCO Member Chris Kalibbala, FUFA CEO Edgar Watson and Buganda Region Delegate Stephen Semutono during the FUFA CSR activity at Mpugwe- Masaka.

    The handover ceremony was graced by the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo, FUFA 1st Vice President Justus Mugisha, FUFA 2nd Vice President Darius Mugoye, FUFA 3rd Vice President and also the Minister of State for Youth and Children Affairs Hon. Florence Nakiwala Kiyingi, FUFA EXCO Members, Buganda Region Delegate Stephen Semutono and Stanbic Bank Manager Masaka Branch Ronald Seruwagi.

    During the ceremony, the CEO Nkobazambogo Youth Group Nsamba Emmanuel praised FUFA and Stanbic Bank for coming up with such a project that targets the needy. He further applauded the football governing body for picking up Nkobazambogo Youth Group.

    ‘We are pleased to be donated with clothing materials by FUFA and Stanbic Bank today. It is a great day for us. Many of the children in our group have a problem with clothing. This is a great opportunity for us and our people in Mukundwe. Said Nsamba CEO Nkobazambogo Youth Group

    ‘We have more than 500 people who are going to benefit from this donation. Particularly we also thank the President of FUFA for making us proud. It is your good leadership that has brought happiness to us. added Nsamba.

    CEO Nkobazambogo Youth Group Nsamba Emmanuel making his remarks during the donation ceremony

    While making his remarks during the donation. FUFA President Eng. Magogo stated that FUFA used the power of the game to collect clothing materials that were donated to the needy people in Mpugwe.

    ‘As FUFA we are the football governing body in Uganda and we thought we can use it to help the needy people in the community and we came up with the CSR activity with Stanbic Bank. We used the power of the game to collect clothing material from football fans especially in Kampala. We used UnBound- an International NGO to direct us to those people in need and that’s why we are here today. Said Eng. Magogo FUFA President

    Eng. Magogo also donated balls to children.

    Eng. Moses Magogo donating balls to children at the FUFA CSR activity in Mukundwe

    Meanwhile, FUFA 3rd Vice President Hon. Nakiwala praised Nkobazambogo Youth Group for standing up to support the needy people in Masaka.

    FUFA 3rd Vice President Hon. Nakiwala Kiyingi talking to the people in Mpugwe during the FUFA CSR activity

    ‘Uganda has 7 million Children however here they are lucky among those to have the clothing materials from FUFA. We came up as FUFA to help the Children develop their talents so that they can earn a living from their abilities. There is a lot needed to archive the best talents and clothing is among those, that’s why we decided to donate to you what we received from the football community. I thank Nkobazambogo Youth Group for coming helping the needy people in Masaka. Said Hon Minister Nakiwala

    The Manager Stanbic Bank Masaka Branch Seruwagi commended FUFA coming up with such activity that helps the needy people and partnering with Stanbic during the process of collecting the clothing materials.

    Stanbic Bank Masaka Branch Ronald Seruwagi during the FUFA CSR activity in Mukundwe Masaka

    ‘We are proud to be here with FUFA donating to the needy and we thank them for having us as the sponsors of Uganda Cup that this activity of CSR is part of. We came in as sponsors to use football as a tool to inspires the youths and children in the community. Such activity brings us close to the community.’ Said Seruwagi Stanbic Bank Manager Masaka Branch.  

    The collection of clothes begun two months ago at FUFA House Mengo and Stanbic Bank Branches.

    FUFA President Eng Moses Magogo and FUFA 3rd Vice President Hon. Nakiwala Kiyingi clothing children during the FUFA CSR activity in Mpugwe Masaka

    The activity is part of the Stanbic Uganda Cup final between Proline FC and Bright Stars FC that will be played in Masaka Recreation Ground on Saturday 25th May 2019.

    FUFA 3rd Vice President Hon. Nakiwala Kiyingi clothing a child in Mpugwe during the FUFA CSR activity
    FUFA President Eng Moses Magogo having time with the disabled children during the FUFA CSR activity in Mpugwe Masaka
    FUFA President Eng Moses Magogo making a speech at the FUFA CSR activity in Mukungwe Masaka
    FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo in a group photo at the headquarters of Nkobazambo Youth Group in Mpugwe Masaka during the FUFA CSR activity
    FUFA CSR Activity at Mpugwe in Masaka

     

    MAIN PHOTO: FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo in a group photo with the people of Mpugwe Masaka during the FUFA CSR activity 

     

     

     

     

  • FUFA receives UGX 4.7 Bn from Government

    FUFA receives UGX 4.7 Bn from Government

    FUFA has received from Government of Uganda the 4th and final installment of UGX 4.7Bn bringing the total of funds provided to the local soccer governing body to UGX 9,466,875,379 for the Financial Year 2018/19.

    These funds among others will be used for the preparation of the Uganda Cranes and settlement of arrears attached to the National Senior team engagements.

    ‘ I thank HE President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports Mama Janet Museveni, Ministry of Finance, Minister of State for Sports Hon. Charles Bakkabulindi, National Council of Sports and various Government organs for playing a key role in the release of the funds’ said FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo.

    FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo hands over Uganda Cranes portrait to the President General Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and the 1st lady Janet Kataha Museveni at Entebbe State House

    ‘We are glad to receive this timely support from Government as two National teams are already in camp preparing for international tournaments due next month’ added Magogo.

    Two Uganda Cranes Squads are in camp preparing for the AFCON Finals in Egypt and COSAFA Tournament in South Africa.

  • FUFA Women Elite League: UCU Lady Cardinals complete playoffs puzzle

    FUFA Women Elite League: UCU Lady Cardinals complete playoffs puzzle

    FUFA Women Elite League
    Olila High School 1-0 UCU Lady Cardinals

    UCU Lady Cardinals secured the final slot for the championship playoff of the 2018/19 FUFA Women Elite League season despite suffering a defeat in their last regular season game against Olila High School on Wednesday.

    The University side suffered a 1-0 loss to Olila High School in Soroti but that did not deter them from making the cut to the playoffs.

    Susan Atim scored a late penalty for Olila to register maximum points.

    Olila women in one of the games last season

    Prior to the game, UCU Lady Cardinals were in second place in Elizabeth group with 27 points, three ahead of Olila High School.

    The Mukono based outfit had a superior goal difference of 14 compared to Olila’s seven.

    UCU Lady Cardinals, therefore, join Kampala Queens, Kawempe Muslim Ladies, and Lady Doves as the four teams.

    Kampala Queens who finished top in Elizabeth group will take on Lady Doves while UCU Lady Cardinals will play defending champions Kawempe Muslim Ladies.

    Uganda Martyrs Captain Nankya Shadia cruises past Kampala Queen’s Namuleme during last league game. Kampala Queens won 1-0

    The playoffs will be played on Thursday next week at StarTimes stadium, Lugogo.

    Final Table Standings

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    Leading Scorers

    Hasifa Nassuna – UCU Lady Cardinals FC – 14
    Najjemba Fauzia – Isra Soccer Academy WFC – 14
    Nalukenge Juliet – Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC – 10
    Nankya Shadia – Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC – 9
    Nankya Rashida – Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC – 7
    Siporosa Amoding – Olila High School WFC – 6
    Lillian Veronica – Lady Dove FC – 6
    Nabumba Phiona –  Ajax Queens FC – 6

    Main Photo: UCU Lady Cardinals forward Hasfa Nassuna taking on Kampala Queens young star Lillian Mutuzo during the FUFA Women Elite League 

  • FUFA, Kwasi end contract by mutual consent

    FUFA, Kwasi end contract by mutual consent

    FUFA and National Junior Teams’ (U17 and U20) head coach Mr. Kwasi Fabin Samuel have agreed to end the contract between the two parties by mutual consent.

    ‘FUFA is happy with the work done by Mr. Kwasi in the period he has been in Uganda. However a request by the coach to go and handle family matters back home thus not able to continue with the job, saw the Executive consent to his request’

    Kwasi was in charge of the Uganda U-17 team which participated in the AFCON Finals in Tanzania from 14th-28th April 2019.

    FUFA wishes Kwasi all the best in his future endeavors.

    It is Our Game, It is Our Country.

  • Stanbic Uganda Cup final: All is set as Proline takes on Bright Stars in Masaka

    Stanbic Uganda Cup final: All is set as Proline takes on Bright Stars in Masaka

    2019 Stanbic Uganda Cup final:

    Saturday, 25th May:

    Proline Vs Bright Stars

    *At Masaka Recreational Stadium (3:30 PM)

    The long awaited final of the 2019 Stanbic Uganda Cup will take center stage on Saturday, 25th May 2019.

    It is Proline against Bright Stars in the final at Masaka Recreational Stadium.

    The two head coaches of the respective clubs; Shafiq Bisaso (Proline) and Fred Kajoba (Bright Stars) were hosted in the official pre-match press conference at FUFA House on Wednesday, 22nd May 2019.

    Both coaches expressed the desire and willingness to face each other in the final as history is being made.

    Shafiq Bisaso, head coach Proline Football Club

    ”I am not looking at history but we believe this is our time as Proline Football Club. We are facing a big team who have a good coach and but we are ready to battle them. Time will matter not history. We respect them but do not fear them at all. They do not know our weak points but they knwo our strong points. This is the best time we have had as Proline. We are motivated by the FUFA Big league final win we had over Wakiso Giants”  – SHAFIQ BISASO, Head Coach – Proline FC

    Fred Kajoba, head coach Bright Stars Football Club

    ”I begin by congratulating my fellow coach at Proline for bringing the club back to the top flight division. This is where they belong. Bright Stars will be playing in their first ever Uganda Cup final but personally, this is my third final. As a team, we are ready to play in the finals. There is no pressure at all. Proline knows what is going to happen in this final. We are focused and composed as well” – FRED KAJOBA, Head CoachBright Stars FC

    This year’s final will be handled by FIFA Referee Ali Sabila Chelengat with the winner set to represent the country at the CAF Confederation Cup.

    KCCA Football is the reigning cup holder of the Stanbic Uganda Cup after overcoming Vipers 1-0 in the 2018 final staged at the Emokori play ground in Bukedea district.

    FUFA Events Manager Leila Nankya (middle) with the two coaches

    Meanwhile, the FUFA Events manager Liela Nankya has passed on the federation voice of appreciation for the clothes and other material donations given out by the general public as a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) cause attached to this tournament.

    ”On behalf of FUFA, we convey our heart felt appreciation to everyone who donated generously. May the good Lord abundantly bless you” – Leila Nankya, FUFA Events manager

    The collections will be officially handed over to the people in Masaka on Thursday, 23rd May 2019.

  • Capacity Building: Over 30 coaches in CAF B Refresher Course at Njeru

    Capacity Building: Over 30 coaches in CAF B Refresher Course at Njeru

    The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is once again investing in the development of football by hosting a residential three day CAF B Coaching Refresher Course at the FUFA Technical Center in Njeru.

    The Course began with a short opening ceremony that was attended by the FUFA Head of Technical matters, Ali Mwebe, his assistant and Youth Football Development manager, Bashir Mutyaba and FUFA Education Officer Jackson Nyima.

    On behalf of FUFA President, The FUFA Head of Technical Matters Mwebe thanked the attendees for attending the course and also said he was proud of the strides that are being made by the CAF to improve that quality of football in the federation at all levels.

    ‘This course is a serious one, as coaches need to have a better understanding of the game. We need coaches who can teach fellow coaches. A coach needs to understand the new trend of the game. This course is an enhancement course, it is to update the coaches on the trends and the changes in the football world. There will be more courses such as these in the future and I urge all coaches to participate when we host them’ Ali Mwebe stated.

    The course will consist of theoretical lectures and practical sessions each day until the final day on Wednesday

    Ibrahim Kirya (left) in practical session

    Participants of the course will be engaged in topics that are vital to improving the game at all levels.

    The Course is being handled by former FUFA Technical Director Asuman Lubowa, CAF instructor Jackson Nyima, who is thrilled with FUFA and CAF’s move.

    ‘The main purpose of CAF refresher programme is to provide active coaches with technical knowledge through CAF-run educational courses in the areas of coaching, refereeing, women’s football, futsal, beach soccer, and administrative and medical matters. These courses focus not just on the technical aspects of the game, but also on its social values, as people in a particular field should regard football as a thought of life. The principle behind CAF’s educational initiatives involves the teachers and participants passing on and exchanging know-how, experiences and information, which in turn finds its way back to the associations, instructors and other sectors of society such as the private sector, government bodies and non-governmental organizations (NGOs). CAF’s programme is tailor-made to meet the member associations’ requirements for education and courses’ Jackson Nyiima noted.

    Participants:

    1. Kireewa Maato
    2. Tom Kirunda
    3. Leo Adra
    4. Ivan Ntambi
    5. Vincent Tumusime
    6. Ronald Kaweesa
    7. Stephen Pritchard
    8. Damron Senyange
    9. James Odoch
    10. Raymond Komakech
    11. Hussein Kheri
    12. Hamza Lutalo
    13. Richard Amature
    14. Bossa Wasswa
    15. Wilfred Muhumuza
    16. Christopher Lobo
    17. Jackson Magera
    18. Viali Bainomugisha
    19. John Luyinda
    20. Jimmy Mwera
    21. Sula Kato
    22. Robert Mukasa
    23. Ben Mwesigwa
    24. John Mutabaluka
    25. Godfrey Akena
    26. Ayub Khalifa
    27. Arthur Kyesimira
    28. Hamuza Kalanzi
    29. John Mayanja
    30. Gerrard Mukibi
    31. Michael Erebu
    32. Hamisi Wasswa
    33. David Bbale
    34. Paul Nkata
    35. Moses Nkata
    36. Ibrahim Kirya
    37. Bosco Dudu
    38. Habert Isima
  • FUFA Women Cup 2019: Semi-final draw held at FUFA House on Wednesday

    FUFA Women Cup 2019: Semi-final draw held at FUFA House on Wednesday

    FUFA Women Cup 2019:

     Semi-final:

    • Match 29: She Corporates Vs Lady Doves – MUBS Play ground (Date to be confirmed)
    • Match 30: Echos High School Vs Makerere University – Soroti play ground (Date to be confirmed)
    • Final (Match 31): Winner Match 29 Vs Winner Match 30 – 8th June 2019 (*Venue to be confirmed)

    All the four semi-finalists of the 2019 FUFA Women Cup now know their respective opponents.

    This followed the successful draws held at FUFA House, Mengo – Kampala on Wednesday, 22nd May 2019.

    She Corporates will host Lady Doves at their MUBS Play ground in Nakawa in the first semi-final.

    Echos High School takes on Makerere University at the Soroti play ground in the second semi-final.

    FUFA licensing manager Ivan Kintu Bayige closely monitored the draw.

    Bayiga notified the team representatives and the media about the rules of the competition at this staging, reaffirming the date for the final as 8th June 2019 (Venue to be confirmed by the FUFA Executive Committee).

    ‘Now that the semi-final draw has been well conducted, we shall await the matches whose dates will be confirmed in the near future. It will be one leg to be played. In case of a draw after normal time, kicks from the penalty spot will be taken to determine the winner. The date for the final has set for 8th June 2019 (venue will be confirmed soon)’ Ivan Kintu Bayige stated.

    The semi-final dates for the two matches will also be informed to the stake holders in the due course.

    The draw was conducted by the team manager She Corporates, Mathias Kakulu,  Makerere University head coach Fred Ndawula, Lady Doves captain Leticia Nabbossa and TOP Television female sports journalist Rose Nakyeyune.

    Leticia Nabossa, captain Lady Doves Women Football Club
    Rose Nakyeyune, sports journalist with TOP Television
    Mathias Kakulu, team manager She Corporates Women Football Club
    Fred Ndawula, head coach for Makerere University Women Football Club
  • Bevis Mugabi: I am ready for Uganda Cranes duty to serve above self

    Bevis Mugabi: I am ready for Uganda Cranes duty to serve above self

    Uganda Cranes towering defender Bevis Mugabi Kristofer Kizito, 21, remains optimistic about delivering to the expected standards ahead of the upcoming 2019 Total Africa Cup of Nations tournament in Egypt (June 21st – 19th July).

    Mugabi is among the 28 players named by head coach Sebastien Desabre, preparing for the special training camp in Abu Dhabi where they will also play two international friendly matches.

    Born in the United Kingdom to Ugandan parents, Mugabi earned his first cap last year during the March 2018 international break against West African opposition Sao Tome and Principe at the Mandela National Stadium, Namboole.

    He is currently plying his trade with English League two side Yoevil town.

    Bevis Mugabi in work outs during training as the Uganda Cranes assistant coach Mathias Lule and head coach Sebastien Desabre keep a keen eye

    In an exclusive interview with www.fufa.co.ug,  Mugabi notes that this call up is a lifetime opportunity as it makes a big impact in one’s football career.

    I never expected this and I was very surprised though had a good season amidst my club being relegated. I was communicating to the coach (Sebastien Desabre) because he followed me as he watched my games online. I am excited for this opportunity to be part of the Uganda National team AFCON squad. At my first call up in March 2018, I enjoyed a lot because it was my first time to play international football and want a more test of it by featuring in a competitive match like a qualifier and a competition like AFCON because that’s when you can actually say you are an international player. I am still waiting for that moment to come thus patiently waiting and training hard. I am not under any pressure amidst the tight competition for a place in the twenty three man final AFCON squad. The competition is healthy because everyone is at his best which is good for the team

    Mugabi remains confident alongside the rest of his teammates and many teams will be surprised because Uganda has plenty of talent and the preparations are superb ahead of the competition.

    I pity those who underrate Uganda because we shall surprise many, the team has talented and hardworking players, the coach and his entire technical team are awesome together with the wonderful preparations

    He also believes that his featuring at AFCON is a door opener to better opportunities.

    Mugabi during the stretching drills at Lugogo

    Mugabi marked a colourful international debut for Uganda Cranes on 24th  March 2018 in the 3-1 friendly victory over Sao Tome and Principe before featuring in the goal-less draw against Malawi.

    He was invited for the training camp in Niger but did not feature in any game

    Bevis Mugabi (R) during the Cranes training session in Niger
    L-R: Godfrey Walusimbi, Bevis Mugabi and Allan Kyambadde going through the paces at Lugogo
    Mugabi is congratulated by Desabre after earning his first cap

    Tit Bits:

    • Full Names: Bevis Kristofer Kizito Mugabi
    • Date of Birth: 1st September 1995
    • Place of Birth: Harrow, England
    • Height: 1.89m (6ft 2in)
    • Current Team: Yoevil Town (England)
  • Uganda Cranes final squad for COSAFA tournament named

    Uganda Cranes final squad for COSAFA tournament named

    COSAFA Tournament 

    25th – 8th June 2019

    Durban, South Africa

    The final squad that will travel to Durban South Africa for the COSAFA Tournament has been released on Tuesday Morning.

    20 players are named in the list involving 2 goalkeepers, 7 defenders, 7 midfielders and 4 strikers.

    Six players Charles Lukwago, James Alitho, Allan Okello, Daniel Serunkuma, Mustafa Mujuzi and Uganda Premier League top scorer Juma Balinya who were training with the preliminary squad for the AFCON Finals are part of the Squad that flies out on Thursday 23rd May 2019.

    Tactician Abdallah Mubiru is in charge of the team as Head coach assisted by Livingstone Mbabazi.

    The Tournament begins on Saturday 25th May with group stages games, however, Uganda Cranes will start at the quarterfinal level on Saturday 1st June 2019 against Lesotho.

    The Final Squad:

    Goalkeepers: Charles Lukwago (KCCA FC), James Alitho (URA FC),

    Defenders:

    Willa Paul (Police FC), Kizza Mustafa (KCCA FC), Revita John (Express FC), Isinde Isaac (Kirinya Jinja), Mbowa Paul  (URA FC), Hassan Musana (KCCA FC), Mujuzi Mustafa (Proline FC),

    Midfielders:

    Kasozi Nicholas (KCCA FC), Kagimu Shafik (URA FC), Mutyaba Muzamir (KCCA FC), Okello Allan (KCCA FC), Kayiwa Allan (Tooro Utd), Balinya Juma (Police FC), Mucuurezi Paul (Mbarara City),

    Strikers:

    Senkatuka Nelson (Brights Stars FC), Bright Anukani (Proline FC), Bashir Mutanda (SC Villa), Serenkuma Dan (Vipers SC)

    MAIN PHOTO: Uganda Cranes (COSAFA Bound team) that played a practice match against Western Region select team on Saturday 18th May in Bushenyi

  • AFCON Finals 2019: Sebastien names Uganda Cranes Squad for camp in Abu Dhabi

    AFCON Finals 2019: Sebastien names Uganda Cranes Squad for camp in Abu Dhabi

    Uganda Cranes Head coach Sebastien Desabre has released a list of players for the camp in Abu Dhabi in preparation for the forthcoming AFCON Finals in Egypt.

    The squad has both local and foreign-based players. The entire Uganda Cranes contingent will fly out on 27th May 2019 to the Arab world where they will camp and play two friendly matches.

    The goalkeeping department has four players including KCCA FC’s Charles Lukwago who will join the team after the COSFA tournament in South Africa.

    The Squad to Abu Dhabi:

    Goalkeepers: Denis Onyango (Mamelodi Sundowns-South Africa), Jamal Salim (Al Hilal-Sudan), Robert Odongkara (Adama City FC-Ethiopia), Charles Lukwago (KCCA FC-Uganda).

    Defenders: Bevis Mugabi (Yeovil Town- England), Nicholas Wadada (Azam FC-Tanzania), Awanyi Timothy (KCCA FC-Uganda), Hassan Wasswa Mawanda (Unattached), Ronald Mukiibi (Ostersunds-Sweden), Murushid Juuko (Simba-Tanzania),  Godfrey Walsumbi (Unattached), Muleme Isaac ( FK Viktoria Zizkov- Czech Republic), Joseph Ochaya (TP Mazembe-DR Congo)

    Timothy Awanyi (KCCA FC, Uganda)
    Hassan Wasswa Mawanda
    Isaac Muleme ( FK Viktoria Zizkov- Czech Republic)
    Godfrey Walusmbi

    Midfielders: Tadeo Lwanga (Vipers SC-Uganda), Khalid Aucho (Church Hill Brothers Fc-India), Kirizestom Ntambi- Coffee FC –Ethiopia), Michael Azira (Montreal-USA), Waisswa Moses (Vipers SC-Uganda), Sadam Juma (KCCA FC-Uganda), Faruku Miya (HNK Gorica FC- Croatia), Kizito Luwagga (Shakhter Karagandy-Kazakhstan), Kateregga Allan ( Maritzburg-South Africa), Emmanuel Okwi (Simba SC – Tanzania), Abdul Lumala (Syrianska FC – Sweden)

    Tadeo Lwanga (Vipers SC-Uganda)
    Moses Waisswa (Vipers Sc-Uganda)
    Sadam Juma (KCCA FC-Uganda)

    Strikers: Patrick Kaddu (KCCA FC-Uganda), Allan Kyambadde (KCCA FC-Uganda), Alexis Bakka (Carlstad United- Sweden), Nsibambi Derrick (Smouha- Egypt)

     

    Patrick Kaddu (KCCA FC -Uganda)

     

     

  • Stanbic Uganda Cup Final 2019: Referees named, Coaches to attend Pre-match Press Conference

    Stanbic Uganda Cup Final 2019: Referees named, Coaches to attend Pre-match Press Conference

    The FUFA Referees Standing Committee has confirmed the appointment of 5 match officials to handle the final of the Stanbic Uganda cup between Proline FC and Bright Stars on 25th May 2019 in Masaka.

    The match officials are all FIFA Referees;

    Sabila Ali-Referee

    Mark Sonko Asistant Referee 1

    Issa Masembe- Assistant referee 2

    Oloya William -4th Official

    Referees’ Assessor: Amin Bbosa Nkono

     

    Pre-match Press conference on Wednesday 22nd May 2019

    The two coaches- Shafique Bisaso (Proline FC) and Fred Kajoba (Bright Stars FC) will address the media on Wednesday 22nd May 2019 at FUFA House starting 10am.