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Author: Ahmed Marsha

  • 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia Qualifiers: Uganda Cranes end campaign with a point off Congo

    2018 FIFA World Cup Russia Qualifiers: Uganda Cranes end campaign with a point off Congo

    FIFA 2018 World Cup RUSSIA Qualifiers (Group E)
    • Congo  1-1 Uganda

     

    The final group E games for the FIFA 2018 World Cup RUSSIA qualification were played on Sunday evening.

    Uganda Cranes and Congo Red Devils ended one goal apiece at the Stade De L’Unite, Kintele in Brazzaville.

    The home side took the lead through defender Marvin Baudry in the 10th minute.

    There was a quick response by Uganda Cranes when Vipers Sports Club forward Milton Karisa scored the equalizer in the 11th minute.

    Defender Murushid Jjuuko chipped a high ball for Geofrey Sserunkuma who back heeled to Muzamiru Mutyaba.

     

    Mutyaba laid the ball in the path of Karisa on the far right whose cross at goal kissed the post and sailed into the net for the equalizer.

    Both sides had opportunities to bury off the game not utilized to perfection.

    In the second half, Uganda Cranes made all the three substitutions count.

    First, it was a double change after 55 minutes when KCCA midfielder Muzamiru Mutyaba paved way for  Sports Club Villa Jogoo midfielder  Allan Kyambadde and Derrick Nsibambi replaced Geofrey Sserunkuma.

    The final change was conducted 5 minutes to full time. KCCA left winger Isaac Muleme was replaced by Vipers midfielder Tom Masiko.

    Uganda’s Murushid Jjuuko and Nico Wakiro Wadada were both cautioned by the day’s referee.

    Romaric Etou Thomaso was also booked for the home side.

    With Egypt already through to the final tournament in Russia next year, the match between Uganda and Congo was just mandatory.

    The Cranes finish the campaign with 9 points and Congo with just two points.

    Focus and attention immediately turns to the preparations for CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup 2017, COSAFA U-20 in Zambia, the CHAN 2019 tournament in Morocco and the qualifiers for AFCON 2019.

     

    The Uganda delegation will return home on Monday, 13th November 2017 at 9pm.

    Uganda Cranes players prior to the match against Congo on Sunday

    Uganda Cranes XI: Denis Onyango (G.K and Captain), Nico Wakiro Wadada, Godfrey Walusimbi, Isaac Isinde, Murushid Jjuuko, Hassan Wasswa Mawanda, Dennis Iguma, Muzamiru Mutyaba (55′ Allan Kyambadde), Milton Karisa, Geofrey Sserunkuma (Derrick Nsibambi), Isaac Muleme (86′ Tom Masiko)

    Subs Not Used: Ismael Watenga, Benjamin Ochan (Goalkeepers), Nelson Senkatuka, Paul Mucureezi,  Benard Muwanga, Timothy Awanyi

    Match officials:
    • Referee: Mohammed Hussein El Fadhil – Sudan
    • Assistant Referee 1: Ibrahim Mohammed Abdallah – Sudan
    • Assistant Referee 2: Egueh Yacin Hassan – Djibouti
    • 4th Official: Ismail Mahmood Ali Mahmood – Sudan
    • Referee Assessor: Mfubusa Bernard – Burundi
    • Match Commissioner: Ndoumbou Likouni Dieudonne – Gabon
    Uganda Cranes’ FIFA 2018 World Cup Matches:
    1. 12th.November 2015: Togo 0-1 Uganda
    2. 15th.November 2015 :Uganda 3-0 Togo
    3. 7th October 16: Ghana 0- 0 Uganda
    4. 12th November 16: Uganda 1 -0 Congo
    5. 31st August. 2017: Uganda 1-0 Egypt
    6. 5th September 2017: Egypt 1-0 Uganda
    7. 7th October 2017: Uganda 0-0 Ghana
    8. 12th.November 2017: Congo 1-1  Uganda
  • Ikwaput scores 5 goals for Olila against Makerere

    Ikwaput scores 5 goals for Olila against Makerere

    The shining star of North East Region women football Ikwaput Fazilah kicked off the new season in style by scoring 5 goals in Olila’s 6-0 victory over Makerere’s She MAK in the FUFA women Elite League.

    Norah Alupo scored the other goal for the home side.

    Ikwaput who was the MVP of the 2016/17 season when she took her team Olila High School to the play offs for the first time was on fire on Sunday afternoon in Soroti.

    Her team had not kicked a ball since the start of the league as there would be opening fixture against Eastern Heroes wasn’t played because their opponents never showed up on the day for the fixture.

    Ikwaput, who has also been nominated for the Airtel FUFA Female player of the year award, will lead her team against UCU Lady Cardinals in Mukono for another league fixture on Saturday 18th November.

    That match will also have two nominees for the MVP award Hasifah Nassuuna (UCU Lady Cardinals) and Vanessa Karungi (Olila High School).

    Airtel FUFA Awards 2017

    How to vote the MVP-Female category

  • Uganda Cranes starting team to play Congo in Brazzaville named

    Uganda Cranes starting team to play Congo in Brazzaville named

    2018 FIFA WORLD CUP QUALIFIERS – RUSSIA  (Group E):
    Congo Red Devils Vs Uganda Cranes
    Stade Municipal De Kintele in Brazzaville (capacity: 60,000).
    Kick off : 5:30 p.m (In Uganda, 3.30pm in Congo)
     *Live commentary on 102.1 FUFA FM and 87.7 Baba Fm
     *Live on all official FUFA and Uganda Cranes social media plat forms (Facebook, Instagram Twitter)
    Uganda Cranes head coach Moses Basena has named the starting XI to face Congo in the final group E FIFA 2018 World Cup qualifier.
    Dennis Onyango will start in goal and also maintain his role as Captain of the the team.
    Experienced players Godfrey Walusimbi, Hassan Wasswa Mawanda, Denis Iguma, Isaac Isinde, Geofrey Sserunkuma and Murushid Jjuuko have been named in the starting team to give guidance to new kids on the block who are being prepared for the future of the team and other forthcoming competitions like CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup and CHAN Finals.
     The center referee is Mohammed Hussein El Fadhil from Sudan.
    Uganda Cranes XI:
    Denis Onyango (GK), Nico Wakiro Wadada, Godfrey Walusimbi, Isaac Isinde, Murushid Jjuuko, Hassan Wasswa Mawanda, Dennis Iguma, Muzamiru Mutyaba, Milton Karisa, Geofrey Sserunkuma, Isaac Muleme
    Subs: Ismael Watenga, Benjamin Ochan (Goalkeepers), Nelson Senkatuka, Paul Mucureezi, Allan Kyambadde, Benard Muwanga, Timothy Awanyi, Tom Masiko, Derrick Nsibambi
    Match officials:

    Referee: Mohammed Hussein El Fadhil-Sudan

    Assistant Referee 1: Ibrahim Mohammed Abdallah-Sudan

    Assistant Referee 2: Egueh Yacin Hassan-Djibouti

    4th Official: Ismail Mahmood Ali Mahmood-Sudan

    Referee Assessor: Mfubusa Bernard-Burundi

    Commissioner: Ndoumbou Likouni Dieudonne-Gabon.

  • 2018 FIFA WORLD CUP QUALIFIERS – RUSSIA: Uganda Cranes eye victory against Congo to better World rankings

    2018 FIFA WORLD CUP QUALIFIERS – RUSSIA: Uganda Cranes eye victory against Congo to better World rankings

    2018 FIFA WORLD CUP QUALIFIERS – RUSSIA  (Group E):
    Congo Red Devils Vs Uganda Cranes
    Stade Municipal De Kintele in Brazzaville (capacity: 60,000).
    Kick off : 5:30 p.m (In Uganda, 3.30pm in Congo)
    *Live commentary on 102.1 FUFA FM and 87.7 Baba Fm
    *Live on all official FUFA and Uganda Cranes social media plat forms (Facebook, Instagram Twitter)
    Uganda Cranes head to the last Group E World cup qualifier away to Congo Brazzaville on Sunday 12th November, 2017 with big ambitions.
    With Egypt already through out of the group to the prestigious FIFA World Cup in Russia, Uganda will use the game as a preparatory game for the future (with CECAFA 2017, CHAN 2018 and AFCON 2019 fast approaching).
    Better still, the game will be used to better the world FIFA ranking and maintain the status quo for the country among fast rising African footballing countries.
    The players are in the right moods to register a dominant and memorable performance away from home on Sunday at the 60,000 seater Stade Municipal De Kintele against Congo Brazzaville kicking off at 5:30 pm East African Standard time.
    “The weather here in Brazzaville is favourable, we go into this game to purposely earn that much required exposure and experience playing away from home, boastfully end the campaign in high gear so we better our rankings and hopefully reclaim our best team in Africa accolade” Uganda cranes left back Godfrey Walusimbi remarked ahead of today’s Congo Brazzaville tie.
    Team captain Dennis Onyango
    Everyone is set and ready for today’s game, a win today will boost confidence and motivate us (especially the home based players) ahead of the forthcoming CECAFA tourney and African cup Qualifiers early next year” National team goalkeeper Ismail Watenga also noted.
    The cranes who had an impressive campaign registering one loss (1-0) against Africa’s record 7 time AFCON winner, Egypt, away from home in Alexandria, drawing twice with two wins in 5 qualifier ties held ahead of today’s game.
    Africa’s number one shot stopper and Uganda Cranes Captain Denis Masinde Onyango who has conceded only one goal all campaign through so far, is looking forward to leading the cranes to another win that will see Uganda register their 3rd win of the Russia 2018 World cup Qualifiers campaign.
    Uganda Cranes who will get to Stade Municipal De Kintele from Hotel Sapphire in a 20 minute drive, will don their away white jersey and black shorts with the goalkeeper designed in an all blue kit. Their counterparts and hosts Congo Brazzaville will wear red all through.
     
    Uganda Cranes’ FIFA 2018 World Cup Matches so far:
    1. 12th.Nov.16 Togo 0-1 Uganda
    2. 15th.Nov.16 Uganda 3-0 Togo.
    3. 7th Oct. 16. Ghana 0- 0 Uganda
    4. 12th Nov 16. Uganda 1 -0 Congo
    5. 31st Aug. 17. Uganda 1-0 Egypt
    6. 5th Sep.17. Egypt 1-0 Uganda
    7. 7th Oct 17. Uganda 0-0 Ghana
    8. 12th.Nov.17 Congo Brazzaville Vs  Uganda
  • Marketing & Sponsorships: Isabeti Beach Soccer Club attains partner

    Marketing & Sponsorships: Isabeti Beach Soccer Club attains partner

    Given the continuous successes registered at Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA), more and more partners and sponsors continue to get inclined to the beautiful game at lightening pace.

    Three big sponsorships have been successfully lured and announced in a space of one week.

    From Uganda Cranes Shs 10 Billion (for 4 years) at the start of the week on Monday, Vipers’ Shs 300M (2 years) on Wednesday to Isabeti Beach Soccer Football Club’s Shs 10M (1 year) on Saturday, the script spells it all in bold.

    Isabeti Beach Soccer Club’s sponsorship came from Home & Away Furniture World, Entebbe and Come Again Real Estate.

    The sponsorship was officially unveiled on Saturday the firm’s main head quarters located at Abayita Ababiri town, along the Kampala – Entebbe High way.

    Some of the Isabeti beach soccer players and officials (standing) during the ceremony. Seated: L-R: Deo Mutabazi (UBSA Chairman), Costa Jjemba (Director of Home & Away and Come Again Real Estates) and Isabeti founder Isa Assimwe.

    Costa Jjemba, the director at Home and Away expressed the due willingness to partner with beach soccer given the stability of the sport and the organization at Uganda Beach Soccer Association (UBSA).

    I have observed with attention that UBSA is organized.

    This has been spelled onto the clubs as Isabeti.

    We are joining heads to see the further growth of this club in particular and the beach soccer sport.

    Addressing journalists after the dummy cheque handover ceremony, UBSA Chairperson Deo Mutabazi was glad that individual clubs are striving to get individual sponsorships meanwhile the uniting body finalizes the main sponsors back on board.

    It is good that individual clubs seek sponsorships.

    We do encourage each and every club to get sponsors as UBSA finalizes on the new beach soccer sponsorship.

    Isa Assimwe, the director of Isabeti Beach Soccer Club

    Isabeti founder and director, Isa Assimwe was full of praise for the Home and Away as well as Come Again Real Estate.

    It is a dream come true that we have got this sponsor to relieve us from the burden of funding the team.

    I do thank Director Jjemba and i call upon the other sponsors on board.

    Meanwhile, the club also officially unveiled new players on board.

    There are 4 new players are Swaibu Kakwaya, Ibrahim Lubwama, Emmanuel Kyesa and Abdallah Mubiru.

    The handover of some of the kits branded by Come Again Real Estates

    They are joined by team captain Roch Somoka, Rica Byaruhanga, David Owori, Meddie Kibirige, Joseph Yiga, Derrick Kyambadde, Lawrence Bakilanze and coach player Moses Lukyamuzi.

    At the same time, the national beach soccer league continue with 13 games on Sunday, 12th November 2017.

    National Beach Soccer League (Sunday, 12th November 2017):

    Moonson Group:

    • Nkumba University Vs Mutoola Beach – 12 p.m
    • Stormers Vs MUBS – 1 p.m
    • Buganda Royal University Vs MS Sand Lions – 3 p.m
    • Isabeti Vs Nkumba University – 4 p.m

    Hurriken Group:

    • Talented Vs KIU – 2 p.m
    • Kyadondo Galaticals Vs St. Lawrence University – 5 p.m

    Women:

    • Entebbe Ladies Vs Buganda Royal – 11 a.m
    • Muteesa 1 Royal University Vs Nkumba University – 11:30 a.m
    • Buganda Royal University Vs Ajax Queens – 12 p.m
    • Ajax Queens Vs Muteesa 1 Royal University – 12:30 p.m
    • Nkumba University Vs Buganda Royal University – 1 p.m
    • Buganda Royal University Vs Katuuso Community – 1:30 p.m
    • Alphoenix Golden Girls Vs Nkumba University – 2 p.m

     

  • Uganda Cranes conduct light training session in Congo on Friday

    Uganda Cranes conduct light training session in Congo on Friday

    2018 FIFA World Cup RUSSIA Group E qualifier:
    On Sunday, 12th November 2017
    Congo Vs Uganda Cranes
    Unite De Kintele Stadium in Brazzaville.
    • Kick off : 5:30 p.m (In Uganda, 3.30pm in Congo)
    *Live commentary on 102.1 FUFA FM and 87.7 Baba Fm
    * Live on all official FUFA and Uganda Cranes social media plat forms (Facebook, Twitter)
    Moments after their safe landing at the Maya Maya international Airport in Brazzaville on Friday morning, the Uganda Cranes team checked in at Hotel Saphir.
    Later in the day, they held a light training session at Stade Alphonse Massamba Debat.
    According to the media officer in charge of the team in Brazzaville, Joseph Mutaka, all the players are in good shape, mentally and physically.
    Uganda Cranes face Congo Brazzaville in a dead rubber contest of the final Group E in the 2018 FIFA World Cup
    qualifier (Egypt already sealed their slot at next year’s World Cup in Russia).
    The three goalkeepers in Congo, Ismail Watenga, Benjamin Ochan and team captain Dennis Onyango stretch before some work outs on Friday
    Team captain Denis Onyango, who has been recently voted the best goalkeeper in the on-going qualifiers is optimistic the team will fight for the desired result.
    We are all set to represent our mother country Uganda, it’s always a privilege to play for a national cause.
    This game is as rather vital as the rest of the other games  previously held, it’s one that can hugely help us ascend our world ranking spot to a respectable seeding
    All Ugandans should expect a descent display come Sunday and, a win a way from home is everyone’s aim
    Uganda Cranes players converge in a talk and prayer session after the light training on Friday evening
    The final session will be conducted on Saturday evening at the exact match venue.
    The match on Sunday will be played at the Unite De Kintele Stadium in Brazzaville.
    Kick off time is already confirmed for 5:30pm East African standard time (3.30pm in Congo).
    Football fans are informed that 102.1 FUFA FM and 87.7 Baba Fm will rely the match proceedings live by Joseph Mutaka.
    FUFA Executive Committee member Rasoul Ariga (left) with Delegate Edward Kalungi in Congo Brazzaville
    FUFA Executive Committee member, Rasoul Aliga is the head of delegation for the team in Brazzaville.
    The Squad: Denis Onyango (Captain), Watenga Isma, Ochan Benjamin (Goalkeepers), Wadada Nico, Iguma Denis, Walusimbi Godfrey, Muleme Isaac, Isinde Isaac, Juuko Murushidi, Awanyi Timothy, Senkatuka Nelson, Wasswa Hassan, Masiko Tom, Mutyaba Muzamiru, Mucurezi Paul, Nsibambi Derrick, Karisa Milton, Serunkuma Geofrey, Kyambadde Allan and Muwanga Bernard.
    Team Officials:

    Leader Of Delegation: Ariga Rasoul

    Head coach: Moses Basena

    Assistant coach: Mathias Lule

    Goalkeeping coach: Fred Kajoba

    Team Physician: Dr. Ronald Kisolo

    Team Physiotherapist: Ivan Ssewanyana

    Team Coordinator: Crispus Muyinda

    Team Media Officer: Joseph Mutaka

    Others:

    Edward Kalungi-Delegate

    Mwanje Joseph-Delegate

    Cecilia Anyakoit -Government Official

    Nannozi Anita Seruwagi-Government Official

    Bakiwanya George-FUFA Secretariat Staff

    Match officials:

    Referee: Mohammed Hussein El Fadhil-Sudan

    Assistant Referee 1: Ibrahim Mohammed Abdallah-Sudan

    Assistant Referee 2: Egueh Yacin Hassan-Djibouti

    4th Official: Ismail Mahmood Ali Mahmood-Sudan

    Referee Assessor: Mfubusa Bernard-Burundi

    Commissioner: Ndoumbou Likouni Dieudonne-Gabon.

  • The thrills at the 2017/18 Futsal Super League continue

    The thrills at the 2017/18 Futsal Super League continue

    2017/18 Futsal Super League

    Match Day 2 Results:

    • Yap Stars 11- 8 Parakeets
    • Riham 6-2 Sauna
    • KPSG 3-1 Yeak Kabowa

     

    In love with the exciting fast paced indoor football? Then, make it a date every Thursday night  at the International Futsal Courts in Mengo, Kampala.

    The game, popularly referred to as Futsal is picking steam in Uganda at a steady fast rate.

    From being played as a leisure sport to the mini league held last year, the sport has graduated into the first ever Uganda Futsal Super league.

    The super league is already underway with two match days as the matches take center stage every Thursday.

    There are 10 teams duly for this championship that will climax early next year.

    Action of the Futsal Super League on match day one

    Over the opening two match days, 53 goals have been scored in just 6 matches, manifesting the urge for the back of the net in these high intensity matches.

    24 of these goals came on the opening match day, with 5 goals improvement on the subsequent match day.

    Yap Stars’ massive 11- 8 win against Parakeets is the highest scoring game this season whilst Yeak Kabowa’s 3-1 loss to KPSG is the lowest scoring game thus far.

    Futsal Association Uganda (FAU) president, Hamza Jjunju envisages a bright future for the sport.

    Futsal in Uganda started on a humble note.

    With more facilities coming up and the continued interest from Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA), the game has gradually grown for the better.

    Add to the fact that Eng. Moses Magogo heads the Futsal and Beach Soccer Committee in Africa, the game in Uganda is braced for bigger feats.

    Some of the fans who watch the futsal matches at the International Futsal Courts every Thursday

    FUFA Technical Director, Asuman Lubowa is a regular visitor at the Futsal games held at the International Futsal Courts in Kampala.

    Lubowa reasons that the game will sprout at a record speed because of its thrills.

    Fans and players love the game of Futsal.

    It is very interesting to watch and play. As FUFA, we shall give the full backing to the Futsal Association Uganda

    In Uganda, Futsal is played at Lugogo Indoor Arena, Busega, Kyebando, at many international schools and now in Mengo.

    There is another facility under construction at Munyonyo.

    Match day three games will take place on Thursday, 16th November 2017.

    Match day 1 Results:

    • Elephants 4-3 Typhoons
    • Bajim 5-7 Park
    • Kabowa United 2-3 Dream
  • Uganda Cranes arrive safely in Congo

    Uganda Cranes arrive safely in Congo

    2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Russia

    Congo vs Uganda on Sunday 12th November, 2017

    Broadcast live on 102.1 FUFA fm

    The match will be played on Sunday 12th November, 2017 and will be broadcast live on 102.1 FUFA fm.

    The Uganda Cranes contingent arrived safely in Brazzaville on Friday morning ahead of their last group E 2018 Russia FIFA World cup qualifying tie against Congo.

    L-R Moses Basena (Uganda Cranes Head coach), Fred Kajoba (Goalkeeping coach) and Dr. Ronald Kisolo (Team Physician) in Brazzaville

    The two teams will faceoff on Sunday 12th November at Unite De Kintele Stadium in Brazzaville. The match kicks off at 5:30pm East African standard time (3.30pm in Congo).

    The Cranes who started their journey from Entebbe Airport went through Nairobi before their final destination in Brazzaville at the M-Maya international Airport.

    Tom Masiko (L) and Dr. Ronald Kisolo

    ‘The players are in good shape and ready to play the hosts Congo’ said Team Coordinator Crispus Muyinda.

    The Contingent is accommodated at Hotel Saphir in Brazzaville 10 km away from the Airport.

    Paul Mucuurezi and Bernard Muwanga in the tunnel at the Maya-Maya Airport in Brazzaville.

    Today’s programme will see the head coach Moses Basena take his players though light drills at 5.30pm.

    Egypt, who already made the cut to the Russia 2018 World cup Finals top group E with 12 points, Uganda lies second with 7 points while Ghana and Congo are 3rd and 4th with 6 and 4 points respectively.

    Denis Iguma and Murushid Juuko in Brazzaville.

    The Squad: Denis Onyango, Watenga Isma, Ochan Benjamin (Goalkeepers), Wadada Nico, Iguma Denis, Walusimbi Godfrey, Muleme Isaac, Isinde Isaac, Juuko Murushidi, Awanyi Timothy, Senkatuka Nelson, Wasswa Hassan, Masiko Tom, Mutyaba Muzamiru, Mucurezi Paul, Nsibambi Derrick, Karisa Milton, Serunkuma Geofrey, Kyambadde Allan and Muwanga Bernard.

    (L-R) Muwanga, Isma Watenga and Milton Karisa

    Leader Of Delegation: Ariga Rasoul

    Head coach: Moses Basena

    Assistant coach: Mathias Lule

    Goalkeeping coach: Fred Kajoba

    Team Physician: Dr. Ronald Kisolo

    Team Physiotherapist: Ssewanyana Ivan

    Team Coordinator: Muyinda Crispus

    Team Media Officer: Joseph Mutaka

    Edward Kalungi-Delegate

    Mwanje Joseph-Delegate

    Anyakoit Cecilia-Government Official

    Nannozi Anita Seruwagi-Government Official

    Bakiwanya George-FUFA Secretariat Staff

    The team flies out on Friday morning (3am aboard Kenya Airways)

    Details of the match: Congo vs Uganda

    Stadium: Unite de Kintele in Brazzaville.

    Date: 12th November, 2017

    Time: 5.30pm in Uganda, 3.30pm in Congo

    Broadcast: Live on 102.1 FUFA fm and Baba FM by Joseph Mutaka.

    Match officials:

    Referee: Mohammed Hussein El Fadhil-Sudan

    Assistant Referee 1: Ibrahim Mohammed Abdallah-Sudan

    Assistant Referee 2: Egueh Yacin Hassan-Djibouti

    4th Official: Ismail Mahmood Ali Mahmood-Sudan

    Referee Assessor: Mfubusa Bernard-Burundi

    Commissioner: Ndoumbou Likouni Dieudonne-Gabon.

     

     

  • Uganda U-20 team to to play in COSAFA Cup

    Uganda U-20 team to to play in COSAFA Cup

    FUFA has confirmed that the Uganda National U-20 team (Hippos) to be coached by Matia Lule will take part in the COSAFA  Tournament from 6th-16th December, 2017 in Zambia.

    The tournament is designed for players under the age of 20.

    Uganda will attend as guest participants. The draw for the tournament was held in Johannesburg on Thursday.

    Head coach Lule is happy for the opportunity given to the youngsters.

    ‘We shall get the chance to play with some of the countries that have good youth structures. COSAFA tournament will give the boys an opportunity to showcase their talent and skills. We have good players in this age category and we expect a good show during the tournament’ said Lule.

    In the draws, Uganda is in group A alongside Champions and hosts Zambia, Swaziland and Malawi.

    Confirmed groups:

    Group A Zambia Swaziland Uganda Malawi

    Group B South Africa Egypt Mozambique Mauritius

    Group C Angola Lesotho Namibia Zimbabwe

    12 teams are taking part.

    UGANDA U-20 Technical set up (Uganda Hippos)

    • Head coach: Mathias Lule
    • Assistant coach: James Odoch
    • Goalkeeping coach: Samuel Kawalya

    MAIN PHOTO: Matia Lule-Head coach of U-20 National team.

     

  • Uganda Cranes Squad to Congo named

    Uganda Cranes Squad to Congo named

    Head coach Moses Basena has named a 20 man squad for the 2018 FIFA World cup qualifier to be played in Brazzaville on Sunday.

    The names were released after the morning training session at Mandela National stadium.

    The match will be played on Sunday 12th November, 2017 and will be broadcast live on 102.1 FUFA fm.

    The match kicks off at (5.50pm EAST) while 3.30pm in Congo).

    The Squad: Denis Onyango, Watenga Isma, Ochan Benjamin (Goalkeepers), Wadada Nico, Iguma Denis, Walusimbi Godfrey, Muleme Isaac, Isinde Isaac, Juuko Murushidi, Awanyi Timothy, Senkatuka Nelson, Wasswa Hassan, Masiko Tom, Mutyaba Muzamiru, Mucurezi Paul, Nsibambi Derrick, Karisa Milton, Serunkuma Geofrey, Kyambadde Allan and Muwanga Bernard.

    Leader Of Delegation: Ariga Rasoul

    Head coach: Moses Basena

    Assistant coach: Mathias Lule

    Goalkeeping coach: Fred Kajoba

    Team Physician: Dr. Ronald Kisolo

    Team Physiotherapist: Ssewanyana Ivan

    Team Coordinator: Muyinda Crispus

    Team Media Officer: Joseph Mutaka

    Edward Kalungi-Delegate

    Mwanje Joseph-Delegate

    Anyakoit Cecilia-Government Official

    Nannozi Anita Seruwagi-Government Official

    Bakiwanya George-FUFA Secretariat Staff

    The team flies out on Friday morning (3am aboard Kenya Airways)

    Details of the match: Congo vs Uganda

    Stadium: Unite de Kintele in Brazzaville.

    Date: 12th November, 2017

    Time: 5.30pm in Uganda, 3.30pm in Congo

    Broadcast: Live on 102.1 FUFA fm and Baba FM by Joseph Mutaka.

    Match officials:

    Referee: Mohammed Hussein El Fadhil-Sudan

    Assistant Referee 1: Ibrahim Mohammed Abdallah-Sudan

    Assistant Referee 2: Egueh Yacin Hassan-Djibouti

    4th Official: Ismail Mahmood Ali Mahmood-Sudan

    Referee Assessor: Mfubusa Bernard-Burundi

    Commissioner: Ndoumbou Likouni Dieudonne-Gabon.

    MAIN PHOTO: Onyango will captain the team in Congo on Sunday.

     

     

  • Unite de Kintele stadium to host Congo vs Uganda world cup qualifier match

    Unite de Kintele stadium to host Congo vs Uganda world cup qualifier match

    FIFA has confirmed the stadium and match officials of the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia Qualifier between Congo and Uganda Cranes.

    The match will be played on Sunday 12th November, 2017 and will be broadcast live on 102.1 FUFA fm.

    The match kicks off at (5.50pm EAST) while 3.30pm in Congo).

    Uganda Cranes will fly out on Friday morning (3 am) aboard Kenya Airways.

    Details of the match: Congo vs Uganda

    Stadium: Unite de Kintele in Brazzaville.

    Date: 12th November, 2017

    Time: 5.30pm in Uganda, 3.30pm in Congo

    Broadcast: Live on 102.1 FUFA fm and Baba FM by Joseph Mutaka.

    Match officials:

    Referee: Mohammed Hussein El Fadhil-Sudan

    Assistant Referee 1: Ibrahim Mohammed Abdallah-Sudan

    Assistant Referee 2: Egueh Yacin Hassan-Djibouti

    4th Official: Ismail Mahmood Ali Mahmood-Sudan

    Referee Assessor: Mfubusa Bernard-Burundi

    Commissioner: Ndoumbou Likouni Dieudonne-Gabon.

    MAIN PHOTO: Unite de Kintele Stadium in Brazzville that will host the Congo vs Uganda Cranes match 

  • Uganda Cranes edge KCCA F.C in practice match

    Uganda Cranes edge KCCA F.C in practice match

    Training Match:

    • Uganda Cranes 2-0 KCCA FC

    The Uganda Cranes edged Uganda Premier League reigning champions KCCA FC 2-0 in a practice match played at Mandela National Stadium Namboole on Wednesday evening.

    Habib Kavuma scored in his own net in the 29th minute to give the Cranes a lead and second half substitute Derrick Nsibambi doubled the lead in the 81st minute of the game.

    The Uganda Cranes Coach Moses Basena said after the game that practice match has helped him asses the ability of his players ahead of the last group E qualifier match against Congo Brazzaville on Sunday  12th November 2017 in Brazzaville.

    Godfrey Walusimbi dribbles during the practice game at Namboole stadium

    “One practice match is equal to five training sessions , so this practice match has helped me at my technical team to as the players physically, mentally and psychologically ahead of our game against Congo” Said Basena

    Team will conduct last training session on Thursday morning at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole 9 am before traveling to Brazzaville on Friday morning.

    Uganda Cranes Starting XI

    Ismail Watenga (GK), Nico Wadada, Godfrey Walusimbi, Denis Iguma, Isaac Isinde, Murushid Juuko, Hassan Wasswa, Milto Karisa,Muzamir Mutyaba,Geofrey Serukuma and Isaac Muleme.

    Used Substitutes: Benjamin Ochan (GK), Tom Masiko, Savio Kabugo, Bernard Muwanga, Allan Kyambadde, Timothy Awany, Paul Mucureezi, Nelson Senkatuka, Derrick Nsibambi and Nelson Senkatuka.

    Unused Substitutes: Denis Onyango (GK), Tom Ikara (GK), Ibrahim Kiyemba, Shafic Kagimu, Albert Mugisa & Hood Kaweesa.

  • Refresher course for Uganda Premier League club coaches

    Refresher course for Uganda Premier League club coaches

     

    Activity: Refresher Course for coaches, Assistant Coaches, Fitness coaches in the Uganda Premier League and CAF ‘A’ Licensed coaches

    Date: 9th-10th November, 2017

    Venue: FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru 

    FUFA has organized a fresher course for Uganda Premier League club coaches, their assistants and fitness coaches.  Holders of CAF “A” coaching licenses will also attend the refresher course at FUFA Technical Centre, Nejru from 9th to 10th November, 2017.

    The FUFA Education Officer Jackson Nyiima confirmed the course.

    ‘Communication was sent to all stakeholders who fall in the category we need for this course. We expect good turn up from the clubs playing in the Azam Uganda Premier League’ said Nyiima.

    Nyiima revealed that new aspects of the game will be taught to the participants.

    ‘Coaches will be introduced to the new technical developments in football, periodic planning, principles of training, match analysis, game reading and leadership concepts’ added Nyiima who is one of the two CAF Instructors who can examine and assess the coaches in Uganda and on the African Continent. Asumani Lubowa is the other Instructor.

    Coaches will also be given topics for discussions and field practical presentations.

    MAIN PHOTO: Jackson Nyiima-FUFA Education Officer 

  • FUFA Invites bids from Service Providers for Years 2018 and 2019

    FUFA Invites bids from Service Providers for Years 2018 and 2019

    FUFA is the only Association mandated to run football in the country. In a bid to maintain and improve its services to the various stakeholders, FUFA is inviting bids from suppliers, providers in various areas for the goods and services for the period 2018 and 2019.

    Potential suppliers and service providers are requested to open this document Suppliers Doc for further details on how to pick the bid forms and other related documents.

    Bids obtainable from FUFA House between 6th November and Friday 8th December, 2017

     

  • Airtel renews partnership with FUFA worth 10Bn for next 4 years

    Airtel renews partnership with FUFA worth 10Bn for next 4 years

    Leading telecommunications giants Airtel Uganda Limited has on Monday, 6th November 2017 at Serena Hotel renewed their partnership with Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) as Uganda Cranes main sponsors. Part of the package will be spent on FUFA Juniors League, Airtel FUFA Awards and The Uganda Cranes Regional Tours.

    The new sponsorship is worth Ug.shs 10 billion for a period of four years.

    It was officially unveiled at Serena International Hotel in Kampala before a fully packed media presence.

    FUFA was ably represented by the President, Eng Moses Magogo and FUFA staff, Airtel Uganda Limited’s delegation was led by the Managing Director, VG Somasekhar and Government was represented by the state minister of sports Hon. Charles Bakabulindi.

    L-R: Airtel Managing Director, VG Somasekhar , Minister of State for Sports Minister Hon. Charles Bakabulindi and the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo display the signed and binding agreements of the new deal at Serena on Monday morning.

    Uganda Cranes team captain Dennis Onyango and his vice Hassan Wasswa Mawanda represented the players.

     ‘These are 4  more years to write a new history in Uganda’s football circles. The Shs 10 Billion contribution is to make a meaningful investment in football development. The recognition of individuals at international level is success for the entire country.Life in Uganda can be summarized in three words. Eat, Sleep and play football. To the players, play for the name on the front of the shirt and remember the name at the back. Airtel Uganda is committed to serve football for the next 4 years, like we have done for the previous 4 years. Football has the power to unite the different cultures and social back grounds as well as develop communities’ Airtel Uganda M.D, VG Somasekhar.

    Eng. Moses Magogo, the FUFA President

    An ecstatic FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo lauded the main sponsors for the renewal of the partnership.

    ‘I thank Airtel Uganda for this renewal. Coaches, players, referees create the football product which is marketable to the fans and sponsors and regulated by Government. This is the biggest sponsorship in the history of this country. It is not about today but the future. Airtel Uganda even supported FUFA in the regional campaigns and the FUFA Awards for two years now. I  also thank the Government of Uganda for the support throughout the AFCON and World Cup qualification campaigns.’ FUFA President, Eng. Moses Magogo.

    Uganda Cranes captain Dennis Onyango saluted the contribution of Airtel Uganda to football right from the grass roots.

    ‘I would not have made it to the top without the team and the sponsorship of Airtel Uganda Limited. It means a lot to us-footballers and the country. Since Airtel Uganda Limited came on board, we have seen a lot of progress and success’ 

    ‘Right from the Airtel Rising Stars (ARS) and regional tours, they have done a great deal. People are excited to see the local stars of national team through the regional tours. Football brings hope to everyone. Airtel Uganda has done a lot for football in Uganda. Airtel Uganda has taken the team to the next level and steered us to the right direction’ said Onyango

    Uganda Cranes captain Dennis Onyango at Serena Hotel in Kampala

    This is arguably the biggest sports sponsorship in Uganda and for football in particular, thanks to the able leadership of the FUFA President, Eng. Moses Magogo, the FUFA Executive committee, delegates and the members of the FUFA Secretariat.

    Uganda Cranes other sponsors include Nile Breweries Limited, Eco Bank and National Insurance Corporation (NIC).

    The Cranes entered residential camp in preparation for the final 2018 FIFA World Cup group E away qualifier against Congo Brazzaville on 12th November 2017.

     

  • FUFA Women Elite League: Kawempe Muslim, Ajax Queens, Kampala Queens win in style

    FUFA Women Elite League: Kawempe Muslim, Ajax Queens, Kampala Queens win in style

    FUFA WOMEN ELITE LEAGUE WEEKEND RESULTS

    Kawempe Muslim 2-1 Rines FC
    Goal Scorers
    Juliet Nalukenge 1 (Kawempe Muslim)
    Janat Peace 1 Own Goal( Rines SS)
    Aisha Namagembe 1 (Rines SS)
    Kampala Queens 2-0 She Mak 
    Goal Score:  Namuleme Zaina 2 (Kampala Queens)
    She Corporate 0-0  Muteesa Royal
    Gafford Ladies 0-2  Ajax Queens
    Goal Scorers
    Nabisaalu Bridget 1 (Ajax Queens)
    Afoyo Moureen 1.  (Ajax Queens)
    Uganda Martyrs 1-0 Wakiso Hills
    Goal scorer Agnes Mukera 1 Own Goal ( Wakiso Hills)
    Match day four of the FUFA Women Elite league produced thrilling moments in the five games played across the different grounds over the weekend.
    Reigning champions Kawempe Muslim continued their brilliant start to the season with a hard-fought 2-1 win over Rines WFC.
    In the game played at the Valley ground on Saturday, Kawempe needed an extra effort to edge past hard fighting Rines WFC.
    The visitors took the lead through Aisha Namagembe but an own goal from defender Peace Janat and on form striker Juliet Nalukenge saw Kawempe stage a comeback.
    The result meant Kawempe Muslim top Victoria group on nine points in three games.
    Kampala Queens ascended to the summit of Elizabeth group with a comfortable 2-0 win against She MAK at Villa Park on Saturday.
    The game watched by FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo saw midfielder Zaina Namuleme strike a brace to spur Kampala Queens to a 2-1 victory over She MAK.

     

    Zainah Namuleme (L) netted a brace against She MAK.
    On Sunday, Ajax Queens Football Club put up a brilliant display to dispatch Gafford Ladies in a thrilling game played at Kanyanya playground.
    A well taken free kick by defender Bridget Nabisaalu and another goal from Maureen Afoyo helped Ajax Queens to secure their first ever win against Gafford Ladies. All the previous four engagements the two sides had ended in stalemates.
    The result moved Ajax Queens second on the log in Victoria group on seven points, two behind leaders Kawempe Muslim.

    She MAK Women Football Team that faced Kampala Queens on Saturday.

    Kampala Queens that beat She MAK on Saturday at Villa Park in the FUFA Women Elite League
    Elsewhere, She Corporate played out yet another goalless draw against Muteesa I Royal University.
    This was the third barren draw for the Nakawa based side this season in four games. The other two came against Gafford Ladies and Ajax Queens.
    Uganda Martyrs High School Rubaga earned their first win this season edging past Wakiso Hills.
    An own goal from defender Agnes Mukera in the first half was enough to help Uganda Martyrs secure maximum points and move to five points in three games.
    The top two teams in either group of Elizabeth and Victoria at the end of the regular season will qualify for the playoffs to determine the champion.

     

     

     

  • Unbeaten Gafford, Ajax Queens to face off in the FUFA Women Elite League

    Unbeaten Gafford, Ajax Queens to face off in the FUFA Women Elite League

    FUFA Women Elite League

    Saturday 
    Kawempe Muslim vs Rines – Kawempe
    Kampala Queens vs She MAK – Villa Park
    Sunday
    Gafford Ladies vs Ajax Queens – Kanyanya
    Wakiso Hills vs Uganda Martyrs HS – Wakisha 
    Muteesa I Royal University vs She Corporate – Wankulukuku
    All games kickoff at 4:00pm 
    Engagements between Gafford Ladies and Ajax Queens Women Football Club have never come easy.
    For the four times that the two sides have faced off, there hasn’t been a winner with all games ending in stalemates.
    And ahead of the clash this Sunday at Kanyanya Sports Ground either side will be seeking to get a positive result.
    Gafford come into this game in buoyant mood after earning a hard-fought 1-0 win against Western United last weekend away in Mbarara.
    Kenyan lethal forward Lillian Veronica Zedi will be at the forefront to spur Gafford past visiting Ajax Queens.
    Ajax Queens on the other hand haven’t been in action for a fortnight but have so far collected for points in the two games they have played this season.
    Gafford Ladies FC
    The other games in Victoria group will see high flying Kawempe Muslim take on Rines WFC who lost 4-0 to She Corporate last week.
    Kawempe have rided on the efficiency of striker Juliet Nalukenge who has scored four goals in two games.
    She Corporate who have garnered five points in three games will make a short trip to Wankulukuku on Sunday to face Muteesa I Royal University.
    She Corporates Women FC
    The University side is yet to pick a point this season losing 1-0 and 2-0 against Ajax Queens and Kawempe Muslim respectively.
    In Elizabeth group She Corporate host She MAK at Villa Park Nsambya on Saturday while Wakiso Hills will be at home to Uganda Martyrs High School Rubaga.
    MAIN PHOTO: Ajax Queens Women FC
  • PRAU FUFA run ends successfully at Lugogo

    PRAU FUFA run ends successfully at Lugogo

    It was a run organized by the Public Relations Association of Uganda (PRAU) in relation to every participant’s health.

    FUFA led by its President Eng. Moses Magogo together with Uganda Cranes players were the main attractions of the show that started at NCS, Headquarters in Lugogo.

    Different Generations of Uganda Cranes at the PRAU FUFA run on Friday at Lugogo. Savio Kabugo led the current crop of Uganda Cranes players while Hakim Magumba and Hassan Mubiru stole eh show as well.

    The 10 km run drew runners from all walks of life including the members of PRAU.

    Minister of ICT Hon Frank Tumwebaze was the Guest runner and he managed to complete the run with ease.

    FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo (M) took part and finished in a respectable position.

    FUFA President who flagged off the runners then joined the race, beat off young and fit participants to finish in a respectable position.

    Technical matters being discussed by FUFA Youth Development Officer Bashir Mutyaba (L) with Education Officer Jackson Nyiima during the PRAU FUFA run.

    Uganda Cranes players Saidi Keni, David Owori, Albert Mugisa, Savio Kabugo and Nelson Senkatuka enjoyed the top positions during the race from start to finish.

    All smiles after completing the race (L-R) FUFA Communications Manager Ahmed Hussein, Urban TV’s Thomas Muruka and SuperSport’s Usher Komugisha
    Finance Director Decolas Kiiza put aside financial figures to run on Friday. He is seen in the picture running toe to toe with FUFA Competition’s staff Phoebe Kutamba.

    The trio Keni, Owori and Mugisa were in the top three and won themselves Gift hampers that had Decoders and Dishes from event partners Kwese Free Sports.

    FUFA Marketing Director Esther Musoke (L) also took part in the PRAU FUFA Run on Friday.

    Former Uganda Cranes players Hassan Mubiru, Edward Kalungi and Hakim Magumba drew crowds around them as some runners confessed that they used to hear the stars on radios or read about them in the papers.

    FUFA also made a presentation about the institution which was followed with a video showing all the highlights of activities for the past four years.

    Albert Mugisa of Police FC and Uganda Cranes (L) receives his prize from Kwese Free Sports. In the Middle is PRAU President Cynthia Mpanga

    The Patron of PRAU: Hon. Frank Tumwebaze

    ‘It has been a very wonderful race that has brought so many stakeholders together. I thank PRAU for putting up such a well organised event. From today onwards, I will frequently turn up for these runs’ said Minister Tumwebaze

    PRAU President Cynthia Mpanga with the original Uganda Cranes jersey used by Farouk Miya during the AFCON 2017 Finals in Gabon. FUFA President presented the shirt to her at Lugogo.

    ‘Allow me to thank the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo for accepting our invitation to take part in the run. I believe the gathering today will take us much closer and get to know more about FUFA. It is not a day of politics or keeping on offices. We are here to improve our health’ added Tumwebaze.

    FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo addressing the media after the run.

    FUFA President: Eng. Moses Magogo

    ‘It is a beautiful moment for all of us to come together and get involved in a run aimed at improving health. Sports needs fit athletes. We are happy that we brought our best commercial brand-Uganda Cranes to this event. Our partnership with PRAU will keep getting better. We look forward to working with PRAU once again in the future’

    Minister of ICT and PRAU Patron Hon. Frank Tumwebaze (M) with the original Uganda Cranes jersey used by Joseph Ochaya during the AFCON 2017 Finals in Gabon. FUFA President presented the shirt to him at Lugogo.

     

    PRAU President: Cynthia Mpanga

    ‘It is historic for PRAU that our Patron has attended his first ever run organized by the Association where he belongs. We know his schedules but his presence here has drawn many runners. We know this is just the start of his so many planned attendances for PRAU events’

    FUFA Deputy CEO Humphrey Mandu (Extreme Left) showed his top notch fitness levels when he completed the 10km run.
    A friend in need is a friend Indeed. FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo giving a helping hand to Minister of ICT Hon. Frank Tumwebaze during the drills.
    Stretching after the run

    ‘FUFA have been exemplary right from the day we invited them to take part in the race. The entire team at FUFA has shown top notch organization. Special recognition goes to the Uganda Cranes for accepting to take part in the run’

    The Registration Desk did a commendable job