Uganda National beach Soccer team has beaten Buganda Royal Institute 5-3 in a buildup match at Spenah beach on Thursday evening. It is the first practice match for the team in preparation for the return leg against Ivory Coast in AFCON Qualifier.
Davis Kasujja scored a brace while Ronald Magwari, Kakwaya Swaib and Somoka Roch also got their names on the scoresheet.
Sand Cranes player Kakwaya Swaib (Red) in action during the buildup match against Buganda Royal Institute on Thursday at Spenah Beach
Sabega Joel, Ssali Musa and Kimera Primo scored for Buganda Royal Institute.
Head Coach of the Sand Cranes Salim Jamal Muwonge stated that the build up match was a tactical step to practice the attacking formations that could yield more goal opportunities.
‘We are trying to test our attacking formations that can produce more goals. It has worked for us in the build up. It is what we are opting for since we have to change the score away in Abidjan next week’ said Muwonge.
Assistant team captain Somoka Roch admitted that the practice match enabled them to test their scoring abilities and confirmed the players will get used to the scoring tactics that will are vital to turn the scores in Abidjan.
‘We have tested our scoring abilities during the buildup. We hope by next week we will be ready to turn the score’ said Somoka
Sand Cranes Defender Rica Byaruhanga aiming to shoot during the buildup match against Buganda Royal Institute on Thursday
Twelve (12) players were used in the buildup. Goalkeeper Lwamunda Nasser started the game alongside Somoka Roch, Wasswa Alex Emma, Lule Paul and Kasujja Davis.
Ochero Sulaiman, Ssimbwa Swalleh, Rica Byaruhanga, Kakwaya Swaib, Ochen Ben and Kibirige Med were the substitutes.
Sand Cranes goalkeeper Kibirige Med (Yellow) making a save during the buildup match against Buganda Royal Institute on Thursday
Buganda Royal squad;
Buganda Royal Institute team (L-R) Katumba Godfrey, Kimera Primo, Mutebi Ronald, Isenge Paul, Bishirurwa Didas, Sabega Joel and Ssali Musa
Uganda’s senior ladies national football team, the Crested Cranes got off to a perfect start at the 2018 COSAFA Women’s Championship with victory over Swaziland.
The team coached by Faridah Bulega and playing at the tournament for the first time as a guest nation registered a 3-4 win to move top of group C.
Zaina Namuleme beats Swaziland defender Sindiswa during the match. The gifted striker was a joy to watch durig the match.
Hasifa Nassuuna struck a brace while Norah Alupo and Resty Nanziri scored a goal each to guide Uganda past Swaziland in the game played at the Isaac Wolfson Stadium in Port Elizabeth, South Africa.
Ugandan Fans who cheered the Crested Cranes in Swaziland
Swaziland got their goals through Celiwe Thandazile Nkambule, Tenanile Sandiswa Mgcamphalala and Cebile Shongwe.
Nassuuna opened the scores just two minutes after kickoff capitalising on a mistake by a defender to slot home and give Uganda a good start.
Uganda kept surging forward and at the half hour mark, Alupo doubled the lead tapping home from close range.
Uganda players celebrate a goal scored by Norah Alupo of Uganda during the 2018 Cosafa Womens Championship game between Swaziland and Uganda at Wolfson Stadium
Namuleme made the donkey work on the left flank, dribbling past Mgcamphalala before laying up a well weighed cross and Alupo was quick to tap home.
With the game destined for the mandatory break, Nanziri who had hit the woodwork earlier in the game stretched Uganda’s lead scoring the third and her first goal in national team colors on her debut.
Nanziri Resty celebrates after scoring against Swaziland
Despite efforts by Swaziland to stage a comeback back in the second half, the Crested Cranes were able to fend off the pressure and secure maximum points.
Nassuuna converted from the spot after a foul on captain Tracy Jones Akiror with two minutes on the clock to deflate Swaziland’s hopes after Mgcamphalala and Nkambule had scored midway in the second half.
Nabbosa Riticia encounters Swaziland Defenders
Shongwe scored the third for Swaziland deep into stoppage time but it was Uganda that emerged victors on the day.
Nassuuuna received the accolade of Player of the match from Timothy Shongwe
Nassuuna receives the Player of the match accolade from Timothy Shongwe
Victory meant Uganda leads group C on three points ahead of Namibia and Zimbabwe who face off on Thursday. Uganda’s next fixture will be against Namibia on Saturday 15 September
Uganda Women National team Crested Cranes will take on Swaziland this afternoon in Port Eilzabeth, Saouth Africa in their opening match of the COSAFA Women Championship.
Head coach Faridah Bulega has named the starting XI that sees Shakirah Mutiibwa and Hasifah Nassuuna return to the fold after missing the CECAFA Women Championship in Rwanda.
Starting XI for Uganda Women National football team (Crested Cranes) vs Swaziland
Uganda is set to host the CAF Young Talent Referees course.
This is the first time that such a course will be hosted by Uganda where a total of 34 referees from across the continent have been confirmed.
Two Ugandans Isa Masembe and Shamirah Nabadda are part of the group.
Referees are expected to have arrived by 13th September 2018 ahead of the planned opening ceremony the following day.
“All the referees will undergo medical, physical, theoretical and technical tests during the course.” Anthony Baffoe, the CAF Deputy Secreatary General in charge of football and development.
Cathrine Adipo is among the five instructors and RTC officials.
The other four are; An Yan Lim Kee Chong (Mauritius), Felix Tanagwarima (Zimbabwe), Cherifi Nasradine (Algeria), Pierre Alain Mounguengui (Gabon).
Male Referees:
Nabil Boukhalfa (Algeria), Ligali Adissa Abdoul Raphiou (Benin), Tirelo Mositwane (Botswana), Georges Gatogato (Burundi), Daurte Fabricio (Cape Verde), Bilal Abdallah Ismael (Djibouti), Mahrous Mahmoud A. H. Ahmed (Egypt), Mogos Teklu Tsegay (Eritrea), Atcho Pierre (Gabon), Huraywidah Abdulwahid (Libya), Dahane Beida (Mauritania), Ali Moussa Mohamed (Niger), Artan Omar Abdulkadir (Somalia), Christopher Harrison (South Africa), Haythem Guirat (Tunisia)
Assistant Referees:
Eric Aymavo Ayamr (Benin), Kitso Sibanda Madondo (Botswana), Habib Sanou Judicael Oumar (Burkina Faso), Herve Kakunze (Burundi), Brahim Ahmat Adam (Chad), Martin Mukala (DR Congo), Ditsoga Boris Marlaise (Gabon), Babajee Ram (Mauritius), Akerkad Mustapha (Morocco), Mutuyimana Dieudonne (Rwanda), Dos Reis Montenegero Miro (Sao Tome and Prinicipe), Van Wyk Mervin John (South Africa), Soud Iddi Lila (Tanzania), Hassan Khalil (Tunisia), Isa Masembe (Uganda)
An Yan Lim Kee Chong (Mauritius), Felix Tanagwarima (Zimbabwe), Constance Catherine Adipo (Uganda), Cherifi Nasradine (Algeria), Pierre Alain Mounguengui (Gabon)
MAIN PHOTO: FIFA female referee Shamirah Nabadda is one of the Ugandans confirmed to be part of the four day’s CAF Young talent referees’ course
Uganda National Women football team ‘Crested Cranes’ departed for the COSAFA Women Championship on Monday afternoon.
Nabbumba Phionah (L) and Nabissaalu Bridget
The contingent of 20 left Entebbe International Airport at 15:00hrs aboard South African Airlines and landed safely at OR Tambo International airport. Accommodated at Hotel near Airport but will connect tomorrow to Port Elizabeth.
Before departure head coach Faridah Bulega assured Ugandans that the team is ready for the tournament and they are going to compete not to participate.
‘We are going to compete but not to participate. My players will gain confidence, experience and exposure.
It is a great opportunity to be invited to this great tournament. We shall not disappoint our fans’ said Crested Cranes Head Coach Bulega.
Bulega also listed exposure and experience as some of the privileges her players will gain during the tournament.
Zaina Namuleme and Head Coach Faridah Bulega inside the plane.
Crested Cranes captain Tracy Jones Akiror promised Ugandans they will deliver and put up a fight.
‘We are well motivated. We are going to fight for good results. We urge all Ugandans to be behind us. Give us the support. We will not disappoint you’ said Crested Cranes captain Akiror
Akiror (L) and Goalkeeper Adeke Juliet on board
Uganda is in group C with Swaziland, Zimbabwe and Namibia. Crested Cranes will play Swaziland in the opening fixture on 12th September before taking Namibia and Zimbabwe on 15th and 17th respectively.
The fixtures for Uganda;
12th Swaziland vs Uganda
15th September Namibia vs Uganda
17th September Zimbabwe vs Uganda
The full Contingent
Goalkeepers-Aturo Ruth (UCU Lady Cardinals), Nakaziro Daisy (Muteesa I Royal University), Adeke Juliet (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Namuddu Viola (She MAK), Nankya Shadia (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga), Nabisaalu Bridget(Ajax Queens), Namukisa Aisha (Kampala Queens), Aluka Grace (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Nalugya Shamirah (Israh Soccer Academy), Nassuuna Hasifah (UCU Lady Cardinals), Akiror Tracy Jones (Kawempe Muslim Ladies), Mutiibwa Shakira (Gafford Ladies), Nakacwa Spencer (Uganda Martyrs), Alupo Norah (Saviours Women FC), Mutuuzo Lillian (Kampala Queens), Nabbumba Phiona (Ajax Queens), Nabbosa Riticia (Lady Doves), Namuleme Zainah (Kampala Queens), Nalukenge Juliet (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Nanziri Resty (Kampala Queens).
Fitness trainer Oliver Mbekeka (L) and Nabbosa Riticia
Head coach of the Uganda Women National team Faridah Bulega has named the final squad of 20 players travelling to South Africa for the COSAFA Women Championship due 12th-22nd Septmber, 2018. The Crested Cranes contingent will fly out this afternoon (3.15pm) aboard South African Airways.
Uganda is in Group C with Swaziland, Namibia and Zimbabwe.
The fixtures for Uganda;
12th Swaziland vs Uganda
15th September Namibia vs Uganda
17th September Zimbabwe vs Uganda
The full Contingent
Goalkeepers-Aturo Ruth (UCU Lady Cardinals), Nakaziro Daisy (Muteesa I Royal University), Adeke Juliet (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Namuddu Viola (She MAK), Nankya Shadia (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga), Nabisaalu Bridget(Ajax Queens), Namukisa Aisha (Kampala Queens), Aluka Grace (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Nalugya Shamirah (Israh Soccer Academy), Nassuuna Hasifah (UCU Lady Cardinals), Akiror Tracy Jones (Kawempe Muslim Ladies), Mutiibwa Shakira (Gafford Ladies), Nakacwa Spencer (Uganda Martyrs), Alupo Norah (Saviours Women FC), Mutuuzo Lillian (Kampala Queens), Nabbumba Phiona (Ajax Queens), Nabbosa Riticia (Lady Doves), Namuleme Zainah (Kampala Queens), Nalukenge Juliet (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Nanziri Resty (Kampala Queens).
Bridget Nabisaalu, Shakira Mutiibwa, Mariam Nakabugo and Resty Nanziri during training at the FUFA Technical Centre in Njeru.
Uganda Crested Cranes head coach Faridah Bulega has in a special way lauded the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) for giving the team various opportunities, a feat, that has precipitated the natural growth and stability of the players.
A former national team player herself, Bulega remarked;
I want to commend FUFA for the outstanding interest, passion and commitment by giving us these many opportunities this year to engage in as many international competitions this year. This has helped us improve mentally and physically while at the same time gain experience. With this trend, I promise you this team is going to challenge even the so called ‘giants’ of women football on the continent and the world in not so many years from now. The clubs in Ugandan have alos played a key role in taking care of the players. The players are always with the coaches at their clubs and help alot in handling them on a daily basis during the training sessions.
The remarks are appropriate at a time Bulega will clock one year in service at the helm of the national women football team, since taking over from Majida Nantanda in September 2017.
Crested Cranes head coach Faridah Bulega passing on tactics to left full back Grace Aluka during training in Njeru. Bulega is grateful to FUFA for providing platforms for young players to express themselves. with their talent and skills which has raised their confidence
The Crested Cranes have been camping at the FUFA Technical Center, Njeru since Thursday last week preparing for the 2018 COSAFA Women Championship that kicks off on Wednesday September 12th 2018 in South Africa.
Commenting about the upcoming COSAFA Women championship where Uganda is among the invited guest teams, Bulega will openly grab the opportunity with both hands to weigh the relatively young squad against strong and experienced teams on the continent like hosts South Africa, Cameroon and Zimbabwe that are AWCON 2018 bound among others.
Time Check: L-R Faridah Bulega with her technical team James Magala (Goalkeeping coach) and Edward Kaziba (Assistant coach) at the FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.
The team is set to fly out on Monday afternoon (3.15pm). to South Africa. Swaziland, Zimbabwe and Namibia are the teams in the same group with Uganda.
Lillian Mutuuzo(in red for Uganda) is revelation of the chances that have been created for women football players by FUFA and the clubs in Uganda. In this photo, MUtuuzo is seen controlling the ball from going out during the match between Uganda and Tanzania at the 2018 CECAFA Women championship in Rwanda.Crested Cranes Head coach Faridah Bulega instructs Jackie Nassali in one of the National team’s camps
The team in camp;
Goal Keepers: Ruth Aturo, Daisy Nakaziro and Juliet Adeke.
No hope is lost for the Uganda Sand Cranes prior to the return leg of the CAF Beach Soccer AFCON Egypt 2018 final tournament.
Uganda Sand Cranes fell short 3-1 to Cote D’Voire in the first leg of the two legged qualifiers played at Spennah beach, Entebbe on Sunday.
The West Africans scored through Eric Bile Sidonne Kablan Assouan, Daniel N’guessan Kouassitchi and Frederic Aka Kablan.
Uganda’s team captain Douglas Muganga scored the consolation for the hosts in a physical well contested duel that was watched by a fair crowd.
Uganda Sand Cranes’ Douglas Muganga and Cote D’IVoire’s Sola Fabien Djere fight for ball possession
Either Uganda or Cote D’ Voire will make the grade for the final tournament that will be hosted latter this year in Egypt.
The two countries will lock horns in the return leg that comes on 21st September 2018 in Abidjan.
L-R: Match Commissioner Cyrille Mahaforona Reboza, Darius Mugoye, Deo Mutabazi, Edgar Watson, Chris Kalibala and Hamid Juma
The FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo attended the match, also watched by the State minister for Sports Charles Bakabulindi, FUFA CEO Edgar Watson, Uganda Beach Soccer Chairman Deo Mutabazi, FUFA Executive Committee members, delegates, FUFA Staff, Uganda Cranes players (team captain Denis Onyango and Nico Wadada) and a couple of enthusiastic football lovers.
Uganda Sand Cranes team before kick off
Team Line ups:
Uganda Sand Cranes V:
Meddie Kibirige (G.K), Allan Katwe, Douglas Muganga (Captain), Ronald Magwari, Ben Ocen
Subs:
Nasser Lwamunda (G.K), Paul Lule, Sulaiman Ochero, Roch Peter Somoka, Rica Byaruhanga, Tom Kimuli, Swalleh Ssimbwa
Cote D’Voire Team players singing their national anthem
Ivory Coast V:
Fiacre Kongoza (G.K), Guy Nahounoud Hans Donald Djedjed (Captain), Fabien Sola Djere, Moustapha Sakanoko, Frederic Aka Kablan
Subs:
Franck Hyacinthe Papet, N’gnamke Ehanlimbie Didier Kabletchi, Fabrice Gbagra, Daniel N’gusessan Kouassitchi, Eric Assouan Bile Sidoine Kablan
Salim Jamal Muwonge (Uganda Sand Cranes Head coach)
We have created a couple of goal scoring chances although we did not utilize them. We played against a side that has played at the CAF final championship a number of times. We have learnt from the mistakes done and vow to improve before the return leg. The 1-3 margin can be easily overturned during the return leg.
Solo Jean (Cote D’Voire Head coach)
The match was good for the two countries. We played well and i liked the match. It is not yet over, we played the first leg and there is a lot to play for in the second leg.
Head coach Salim Jamal Muwonge of the Uganda National beach soccer team Sand Cranes has named his starting team of 5 players to take on Ivory coast in the 2018 AFCON Qualifier.
The match will be played at Spena beach Entebbe on Sunday 9th September 2018. Kick off is at 4pm.
Sand Cranes Starting team against Ivory Coast
First five
Kibirige Medi (GK)
Katwe Allan (C)
Muganga Douglass
Magwari Ronald
Ochen Ben
On bench
Lwamunda Nasser
Lule Paul
Ochero Sulaiman
Somoka Rocha
Byarunga Rica
Kimuli Tom
Simbwa Swalleh
Uganda vs Ivory Coast at Spena Beach, Entebbe starting 4pm
2nd Leg 21st-23nd September 2018 in Ivory Coast
Special Image promoting the Sunday fixture
Uganda National Beach soccer team “The Sand Cranes” is optimistic of acquiring a historic win over Ivory Coast in the Beach Soccer AFCON 2019 qualifier 1st leg clash at Spena Beach, Entebbe on Sunday.
Ochero Sulaiman takes on Muganga Douglas (with Bib) during training
The head coach of Sand Cranes Salim Jamal Muwonge assured beach soccer fans that his team will play for a win against Ivory Coast because they have had enough time to prepare for the encounter.
Muwonge admitted that all the players in camp are focused and ready for the game.
‘We are only looking forward for positive results against Ivory Coast. The boys are focused and the time we have had to prepare is enough to yield positive results’ said Muwonge
The soft-spoken beach soccer tactician added by calling upon fans to turn up in big numbers at Spena Beach and rally behind the team as they vie to make history of qualifying for the first ever AFCON Beach Soccer competition.
Coach Muwonge Salim Jamal giving instructions during training earlier this week
Team forward Ben Ocen said that the players are set to give their best because they are united and have been working closely together for a while.
‘We are working as a team and the time we have been together for both residential and non residential training have been utilised to bond us together thus a motivation for positive results’ said Ocen
L-R; Kimuli Tom, Ochen Ben and Team Captain Somoka Roch during training at spena earlier this week
The pacy forward also said the visit by the FUFA President to the camp was another motivation to the team.
Team in camp
Goalkeepers
Kibirge Medi (Isabet), Lwamunda Nasser (Buganda Royal Institute) and Kalule Micheal (Nkumba University)
Defenders
Lule Paul (Buganda Royal Institute), Katwe Allan (Nkumba University), Ochero Sulaiman (St. Lawrence University), Byaruhanga Rica (Isabet), Kimuli Thomas (Mutoola Beach Soccer Club), Muganga Douglas (MUBS)
Midfielders
Kiggundu Swalley (St. Lawrence University), Magwari Ronald (Stomers), Kakwaya Swaibu (Isabet)
Forwards
Lwesibawa Godfrey (Stomers), Wasswa Peter (Buganda Royal Institute), Ochen Ben (MUBS), Somoka Roch (C) (Isabet)
Uganda Cranes and Tanzania Taifa Stars played to a non scoring stalemate at the Mandela National Stadium in the Total AFCON 2019 qualifiers.
The well attended match played on a slippery surface witnessed the Cranes create a few goal scoring moments but the visitors lived to the billing.
Midfielder Moses Waiswa (left) had colourful moments on his senior national team debut
Joseph Ochaya, Emmanuel Okwi and second half substitute Edrisa Lubega all had opportunities not optimally utilized.
The visitors took had some close chances with the best goal scoring opportunity falling to the team captain Mbwana Samatta failing to beat goalkeeper and captain Denis Onyango in a one man against one incident.
Uganda Cranes technical team called for all the three changes.
Patrick Henry Kaddu replaced Joseph Ochaya after 67 minutes, William Luwagga Kizito came of for Emmanuel Arnold Okwi 10 minutes later and Edrisa Lubega took over Faruku Miya’s place with the last five minutes.
Utility player Hassan Wasswa Mawanda (right) partnered with Murushid Jjuuko in central defence
A point earned still maintains Uganda Cranes on top of the group L with four points, off two matches played.
The two other group countries (Lesotho and Cape Verde) face off in Maseru on Sunday.
The match at Namboole was graced by the speaker of Parliament Rebecca Kadaga as chief guest, State Minister of sports Charles Bakabulindi, FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo, FUFA Delegates and over 35,000 spectators.
Airtel Managing Director V.G Somaeskar led the inspection of playersFUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo greets the team captain Denis Onyango prior to the game kick offA section of fans at Namboole stadium
Team Line Ups:
Uganda Cranes XI:
Denis Onyango (GK, Captain), Nico Wakiro Wadada, Godfrey Walusimbi, Murushid Jjuuko, Hassan Wasswa Mawanda, Khalid Aucho, Denis Iguma, Moses Waiswa, Faruku Miya (86′ Edrisa Lubega), Emmanuel Arnold Okwi (77′ William Luwagga Kizito), Joseph Ochaya (67′ Patrick Henry Kaddu)
Subs Not Used:
Salim Jamal (G.K), Charles Lukwago (G.K), Ibrahim Sadam Juma, Derrick Nsibambi, Patrick Henry Kaddu, Isaac Muleme, Timothy Denis Awany, Moses Opondo, Allan Kateregga, Ibrahim Sadam Juma
Tanzania XI
Tanzania Taifa Stars XI:
Aishi Salum Manula (G.K), Gadiel Michael Kamagi, Hassan Banda Abdi, Agrey Moris Ambros, David John Mwantika, Mbwana Samatta (Captain), Thomas Ulimwengu, Simon Msuva, Hassan Khamis Ramadhan, Frank Domayo, Abbas Mudathir
Subs:
Benno David Kakolanya (G.K), Kelvin Sabato Kongwe, Hamid Mao Mkami, Farid Mussa Shah, Shaban Iddi Chilunda, Ally Mtoni, Rashid Mandawa, Salum Kimenya, Yahya Omari, Vicent Andrew Chikupe, Salum Kihimbwa, Mohamed Mohamed
The Uganda Cranes team is face Tanzania Taifa Stars as released by head coach Sebastien Desabre and his technical team has one locally based players in Vipers’ Moses Waiswa.
Denis Onyango is the team captain with Nico Wadada at right back as Godfrey Walusimbi takes the left back role.
Murushid Juuko and Hassan Wasswa Mawanda start as the two central midfielders.
Salim Jamal (G.K), Charles Lukwago (G.K), Ibrahim Sadam Juma, William Luwagga Kizito, Derrick Nsibambi, Patrick Henry Kaddu, Isaac Muleme, Timothy Denis Awany, Moses Opondo, Allan Kateregga, Ibrahim Sadam Juma, Edrisa Lubega
Uganda Cranes head coach Sebastien Desabre and team captain Denis Onyango have addressed the media during the pre-match press conference at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole on Friday morning ahead of the TOTA 2019 AFCON qualifier match against Tanzania on Saturday.
Desabre noted that his players are well prepared and motivated.
Uganda Cranes head coach Sebastien Desabre at the pre-match press conference on Friday morning at Namboole.
He asserted that his players are well focused and ready for the game.
‘It is going to be a crucial game but our players are prepared and focused. My assistants and me have tested the abilities of our players since January and we have made our strategy to win the game. I want to put up some thing different with my philosophy. I respect our opponents but i promise we shall play to get the best results on Saturday. My players are well motivated and ready for the game’ said the Uganda Cranes Hhead coach Desabre.
Denis Onyango the captain of Cranes admitted that winning at Namboole is a routine and he is looking forward to the match.
Uganda Cranes captain Denis Onyango talking to the media during the pre-match press conference on Friday morning at Namboole
‘Tomorrow’s match is vital to us. We know what to do. We are playing against our neighbours. It will not be an easy game against Tanzania. They are not weak and we shall put up our best performance to win. It is a routine to have wins at Namboole and I assure Ugandans that we shall play to win the match. Our opponents have some individuals who are good but football is about teamwork. Our players know how to handle special players like Samata. We have met special players before on the continent and we are a strong team. We managed to get a good result away in Cape Verde and we should be able to build on that away three points when we played Cape Verde. We shall fight for the three points tomorrow’ said Uganda Cranes Captain Onyango.
After the Pre-match Press conference the Cranes had their last training session in Namboole at 10:00am.
Uganda Cranes is leading Group L with 3 points ahead of Lesotho, Tanzania and Cape Verde.
In the same group, Lesotho will host Cape Verde in Maseru this weekend.
L-R FUFA Communications Manager Ahmed Hussein, Uganda Cranes head coach Sebastien Desabre and captain Denis Onyango at the pre-match press conference on Friday morning
MAIN PHOTO: L-R Uganda Cranes head coach Sebastien Desabre , captain Denis Onyango during the pre-match press conference on Friday morning
The Uganda Women football Team-Crested Cranes has entered camp at the FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru to start preparations for the 2018 COSAFA Women Championship to be hosted by South Africa from 12th-22nd September.
Crested Cranes head coach named a squad of 23 players that will be reduced to 20 for the tournament.
The team travelled on Thursday to Njeru and will hold double training sessions today.
The players in camp: Goalkeepers-Aturo Ruth (UCU Lady Cardinals), Nakaziro Daisy (Muteesa I Royal University), Adeke Juliet (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC).
Namuddu Viola (She MAK), Nankya Shadia (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga), Nabisaalu Bridget(Ajax Queens), Namukisa Aisha (Kampala Queens), Aluka Grace (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Nalugya Shamirah (Israh Academy), Nassuuna Hasifah (UCU Lady Cardinals), Akiror Tracy Jones (Kawempe Muslim Ladies), Mutiibwa Shakira (Gafford Ladies), Nakacwa Spencer (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga), Alupo Norah (Olila Women FC), Mutuuzo Lillian (Tagy High), Nabbumba Phiona (Ajax Queens), Nabbosa Riticia (Lady Doves), Namuleme Zainah (Kampala Queens), Nalukenge Juliet (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Nanziri Resty (Tagy High), Nakabugo Mariam (Kawempe Muslim Ladies), Najjemba Fauzia (Israh Academy) and Favor Nambatya (Muteesa I Royal University).
Team Officials:
Leader of Delegation: Chris Kalibbala
Head coach: Faridah Bulega
Assistant head coach: Edward Kaziba
Team Manager: Paul Ssali Mukisa
Medical Officer: Kabatalindwa Mable
Goalkeepers’ trainer: James Magala
Team Media Officer: Stephen Mayamba
Fitness trainer: Oliver Mbekeka
MAIN PHOTO: Crested Cranes during the CECAFA Women Championship inRwanda.
Sand Cranes vs League Select at Spena Beach, Entebbe 4pm
Sunday: AFCON Beach Soccer Qualifier Egypt 2018: Uganda vs Ivory Coast – Spena Beach, Entebbe 4pm
Special Image promoting the Sunday fixture
Special Image promoting the Sunday fixture Uganda vs Ivory Coast
As the Uganda National Beach Soccer team Sand Cranes prepare to take on Ivory Coast in the AFCON 2018 Egypt 1st leg Qualifier match, a buildup game has been organised.
This will be the first test for Head Coach Muwonge Salim Jamal since he was confirmed in this position
The Sand Cranes will face a select side of players featuring in the National Beach Soccer League to be handled by Coach of the year Issa Asiimwe- (Head Coach of Isabet Beach soccer club-reigning League Champions 2017/18).
Sand Cranes star player Lwesibawa Godfrey (with the ball) and Katwe Allan in action during training
Ahead of the buildup match Muwonge noted that this game will be used to evaluate the team’s progress in terms of preparations.
‘We are having this match to assess how far we have reached in terms of preparations ahead of our AFCON Campaign Qualifier match against Ivory Coast. The game will help us identify points of weakness and see how we can improve plus perfecting on our strong areas especially in the goal scoring setup’ said Muwonge.
Sand Cranes Technical team in a game planning during training
Sand Cranes team Captain Somoka Roch confirmed that all the players are ready for any encounter and this is a good match for self-evaluation.
‘This match will see players’ performance improve and increase competition since each player is given an opportunity to showcase what he does best in buildup matches. We are not afraid of any challenges. We are eying for the final tourney’ noted Somoka.
Somoka Roch (eyeing for the ball) and Kimuli Tom during training
Players in camp
Goalkeepers
Kibirge Medi (Isabet), Lwamunda Nasser (Buganda Royal Institute) and Kalule Micheal (Nkumba University)
Defenders
Lule Paul (Buganda Royal Institute), Katwe Allan (Nkumba University), Ochero Sulaiman (St. Lawrence University), Byaruhanga Rica (Isabet), Kimuli Thomas (Mutoola Beach Soccer Club), Muganga Douglas (MUBS)
Midfielders
Kiggundu Swalley (St. Lawrence University), Magwari Ronald (Stomers), Kakwaya Swaibu (Isabet)
Forwards
Lwesibawa Godfrey (Stomers), Wasswa Peter (Buganda Royal Institute), Ochen Ben (MUBS), Somoka Roch (C) (Isabet)
Technical Team
Salim Jamal Muwonge – Head Coach
Sseguya Peter – Assistant Coach
Ssebaggala Tonny – Team Coordinator)
Ssekasanvu Julius (Kits man)
Ithum Aduny Codian (Medical Officer).
Mutyaba Bashir – Technical Director
Omaria Bosco – Media Officer
MAIN PHOTO: Katwe Allen and Kakwaya Swaibu strive for the ball as Magwari Ronald looks on during training
Pre-match Press Conference: Friday 7th September 2018 at 9.30am
Training 10 am ( Opening 15 minutes only for Media)
Access to Mandela National Stadium, Namboole for the Total 2019 AFCON qualifier match between Uganda Cranes and Tanzania has been released by the Chairman of FUFA International Match Organisation Committee (IMOC) Issa Magoola during the Weekly Press conference at FUFA House Mengo on Wednesday morning.
Magoola together with Kampala Metropolitan Police officials addressed the media and gave a brief about the Saturday 8th September match on entrance procedures for the fans, invited Guests, media, sponsors and vehicles.
Chairman FUFA International Match Organising Committee (IMOC) Issa Magoola (R) and Kampala Metropolitan PRO C/ASP Oweyesigyire Luke (L) addressing the media during the FUFA weekly press conference at FUFA House Mengo on Wednesday morning
In his statement, Magoola confirmed that all vehicles with stickers driving from the fly at the Northern by pass and Bweyogerere will be diverted to Nassanga road in Kireka before accessing the Stadium Outer Parking. Only match officials, the two teams and Invited guests will use the Main gate. The 150,000/- and 40,000/- ticket holders will also use the main gate.
‘We are inviting all fans to come and attend the match at Namboole on Saturday. We are in partnership with Uganda Police to see that we have a secure event. The match will kickoff at 4:00 pm’ said Magoola.
RPC Kampala Metropolitan Police Musani Michael Sabila (R) addressing the media during the press conference at FUFA House on Wednesday morning
The Regional Police Commander Kampala Metropolitan Police SSP Michael Musani Sabila informed the media that that all routes heading to Namboole will be secured and cautioned all service providers during the event to follow security guidelines.
‘I want to inform the public that all routes to Namboole will be secure and i call upon all the service providers during the match day to abide with our security guidelines.’ Said Kampala Metropolitan Police RPC Sabira Micheal
Kampala Metropolitan Police PRO C/ASP Owoyesigyire declared that the Uganda Police will ensure all fans in and outside the Stadium are secure.
Owoyesigyire also advised fans to stick strictly to the match. We shall not accept any groups of fans or individuals who have plans for activities not related to football.
Kampala Metropolitan Police PRO Luke Owoyesigyire, talking to media during the press conference at FUFA House on Wednesday morning
‘We shall ensure that all fans are safe inside and outside the pitch. Bottles or any other sharp objects will not be accepted except for drinks in the disposables’ said KMP Public Relations Officer Oyowesigyire.
During the press conference, FUFA Finance Director Decolas Kiiza announced that the tickets for the match are now on market going for 15, 000/= (Ordinary tickets), 40,000/= (VIP), 150,000/= (VVIP).
‘No tickets will be sold at the Stadium on Match day. I call upon all fans to buy their tickets from our selling outlets. We thank the Government for supporting us with a budget for the National team. It is the reason why we decided to reduce the ticket prices of Ordinary and VIP’ said FUFA Finance Kiiza
FUFA Finance Director Decolas Kiiza (L) Kampala Metropolitan Police PRO Luke Owoyesigyire addressing the media during the weekly press conference at FUFA House on Wednesday morning
The outlets-Ticket selling centres
Airtel Shops; Jinja Rd-Shop Plaza, Lugogo Forest Mall, Ben Kiwanuka Street, Airtel New Park Kyagwe road.
City Oil; Nakawa, Kamwokya, Bombo Rd, Namirembe Rd, Martin Rd.
Match Commissioner: Sebit Librato Bagirasas (South Sudan)
MAIN PHOTO: L-R FUFA Finance Director Decolas Kiiza, C/ASP Owoyesigirye Luke PRO Kampala Metro Politan, Chairman FUFA International Match Organising Committee (IMOC) Issa Magoola and RPK Kampala Metro Politan/Extra SSP Musani Micheal Sabila
