FUFA: Federation of Uganda Football Associations

Author: Ahmed Marsha

  • FUFA Big League 2017/18: 21 goals netted on match day one

    FUFA Big League 2017/18: 21 goals netted on match day one

    FUFA Big League 2017/18 (Match Day 1 Results):

    Rwenzori Group

    • Suncity 0-1 Kabale Sharp
    • Greater Masaka United 0-1 Kira United
    • Simba 0-0 Nyamityobora
    • Kitara  1-0 Kireka United
    • Kansai Plascon 3-0 Water
    • Bumate United 3-1 Synergy

    Elgon Group:

    • Kyetume 1-0 Kataka
    • Bukedea Town Council  0-0 Amuka Bright Stars
    • Vura 0-0 Jinja Municipal Council  Hippos
    • Paidha Black Angels 3-1 Busia Fisheries
    • Lira United 0-1 Kamuli Park
    • Ndejje University 4-1 Agape

    A total of 21 goals were scored on match day one of the 2017/18 FUFA Big league in 12 matches on Thursday.

    Ndejje University were the biggest winners in their 4-1 home win against Agape  in Luweero.

    Paidah Black Angels registered a 3-1 win at home over visiting Busia Fisheries at the Bar Okoro stadium in Zombo.

    Jackson Nsubuga scored a hat-trick in the game.

    Kansai Plascon won 3-0 against Water at Naro Ntawo play ground.

    Simba XI vs Nyamityobora
    Nyamityobora XI

    Newcomers Bumate shocked Synergy 3-1 in Bundibugyo as Kitara overcame Kireka United 1-0 at the Boma Play ground, Hoima.

    Kamuli Park earned a hard fought 1-0 away win to Lira United at the Lango Sports Ground in Lira with Franco Mugomba’s goal in the 58th minute.

    Another new entrant Kabale Sharp won 1-0 away against Sun City in Kasese.

    Simba and Nyamityobora shared the spoils in a goalless draw at the -Gayaza – Kabanyolo University Ground.

    Bukedea Town Council and Amuka Bright Stars were goal-less at the Emokori Ground,  Bukedea.

    The Big League will return on Thursday, 12th October 2017.

    RWENZORI GROUP:

    Nyamityobora  v Suncity  -Nyamityobora

    Kira United v Kitara – Kira Groundd-Namugongo

    Kansai Plascon FC v Simba FC – Naro Ntawo Ground

    Kireka United  v Bumate UTD FC Nambole Out

    Synergy  v Water – St. Charles Lwanga- Kasasa

    ELGON GROUP:

    Kyetume  v Bukedea Town Council- Nakisunga Saaza Ground

    JMC Hippos  v Kataka -Kakindu Stadium

    Amuka Bright Stars v Ndejje University – Lira Town College Ground

    Busia FIsheries v Vura – Madibira – Busia

    Agape SS v Lira United –  Agape SS Ground

    Kamuli Park v Paida Black Angels –  Kamuli

  • Ghana National team arrives ahead of Uganda Cranes match in FIFA World Cup 2018 RUSSIA Qualifier

    Ghana National team arrives ahead of Uganda Cranes match in FIFA World Cup 2018 RUSSIA Qualifier

    FIFA World Cup 2018 RUSSIA Qualifier (Group E):

    Uganda Cranes vs Ghana Black Stars 

    Saturday 7th October, 2017 

    Venue: Mandela National Stadium, Namboole 

    Charges: 30,000/-, 70,000/- and 150,000/-

    Kick off Time: 4:00 p.m

    Ghana delegation of 30 people (21 players and 9 officials) arrived in Uganda on Thursday night at Entebbe International Airport.

    The team is in the country ahead of the group E World Cup 2018 World Cup qualifier with Uganda Cranes this Saturday at Mandela National Stadium (kick off at 4 p.m).

    The Ghana delegation traveled aboard Kenya Airways on flight KQ 416 from Nairobi where they had camped since Monday.

    ‘We are happy to have traveled well. We had a good training camp in Kenya and we are here to play well against Uganda.’ the team head coach, Kwesi Appiah told www.fufa.co.ug upon arrival.

    Ghana Head coach Kwesi Appiah at Entebbe International Airport shortly after arrival in Uganda

    The team was warmly received by the FUFA officials Richard Ssemanda Nandigobe and Lawrence Kizito.

    They were driven directly to Serena Hotel in the heart of Kampala.

    Ghana is expected to conduct their final session on Friday evening at Mandela National Stadium, 4 p.m shortly after the hosts Uganda at 2:30 p.m.

    Meanwhile, Uganda Cranes head coach Moses Basena will address the media on Friday at 2 p.m.

    TICKET SELLING POINTS:

    1. Total Nakivubo
    2. Shell Capital
    3. Total City Centre
    4. Total Arua Park
    5. Total Kireka
    6. Total Bweyogerere
    7. Shell Kireka
    8. Mukono City Shoppers
    9. Tango Sport
    10. FUFA Shop
    11. Della Attractions
    12. City Oil

    13-Hardware World-Ntinda

    14- AIRTEL OUTLETS -Ben Kiwanuka, Kampala Road, Kyaggwe Road, Lugogo-Game, Jinja Road

    15-Soccanet-Mabirizi Plaza-Kampala road

    16-Jude Colour Solutions at Prime Complex

    17-Katumwa sports Centre

    18-HAM Shopping Grounds, Owino

  • Uganda Cranes striker Okwi dares Ghana Black Stars | FIFA World Cup 2018 RUSSIA Qualifiers

    Uganda Cranes striker Okwi dares Ghana Black Stars | FIFA World Cup 2018 RUSSIA Qualifiers

    2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Russia 

    Uganda Cranes vs Ghana Black Stars 

    Saturday 7th October, 2017 

    Venue: Mandela National Stadium, Namboole 

    Charges: 30,000/-, 70,000/- and 150,000/-

    Kick off Time: 4:00 p.m

    As days draw closer to the must win 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia Qualifier against Ghana, Uganda Cranes players are getting more confident with clear hopes of overpowering the Black Stars this Saturday during the group E clash at Namboole stadium.
    Emma Okwi who silenced the Egypt Pharaohs at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole is also optimistic that the Cranes will register victory against Ghana Black Stars come Saturday.
    ‘Personally, i am set together with my teammates to encounter Ghana. This is almost a game of our lives we must win to stay in contention for the World Cup slot’ noted Okwi, a forward with Tanzanian giants, Simba Sports Club.
    Okwi (left) with the rest of the players in warm up at Buziga Islamic play ground
    The silky goal poacher also remarked about his current form with the club and the National team, which gives him confidence that he will see the back of the net, again at the same fortress where Uganda Cranes has flourished over the years.
    ‘The role of a striker is to score goals. I score at my club and I scored the last goal for the Cranes against Egypt and this gives me confidence about the upcoming game’ Okwi added.
    The team trained Buziga Islamic Institute on  Thursday evening.
    Team captain Dennis Onyango during the Thursday session
    The last training session will be held on Friday 6th October 2017 at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole 2.30 pm before Ghana Black Stars’ final session at 4 p.m.
    L-R: Godfrey ‘Jjajja Walu’ Walusimbi, Tonny Mawejje, William Luwagga Kizito and Faruku Miya during the warming up session in the Thursday session
    Players who trained with the team on Thursday:
    Goalkeepers: Benjamin Ochan ,Ismail Watenga & Denis Onyango.
    Outfield players: Nico Wadada,  Denis Iguma,  Savio Kabugo, Bernard Muwanga,  Isaac Muleme, Timothy Awanyi, Ivan Ntege, Muzamir Mutyaba,  Tom Masiko,  Derrick Nsibambi,  Nelson Senkatuka, Isaac Isinde,  Joseph Ochaya, Godfrey Walusimbi, Hassan Wasswa,  Tonny Mawejje, William Kizito Luwagga,  Emmanuel Okwi, Edrisa Lubega, Geofrey Serunkuma & Faruku Miya

    TICKET SELLING POINTS:

    1. Total Nakivubo
    2. Shell Capital
    3. Total City Centre
    4. Total Arua Park
    5. Total Kireka
    6. Total Bweyogerere
    7. Shell Kireka
    8. Mukono City Shoppers
    9. Tango Sport
    10. FUFA Shop
    11. Della Attractions
    12. City Oil

    13-Hardware World-Ntinda

    14- AIRTEL OUTLETS -Ben Kiwanuka, Kampala Road, Kyaggwe Road, Lugogo-Game, Jinja Road

    15-Soccanet-Mabirizi Plaza-Kampala road

    16-Jude Colour Solutions at Prime Complex

    17-Katumwa sports Centre

    18-HAM Shopping Grounds, Owino

  • Government gives FUFA UGX 1Bn towards Uganda Cranes World Cup campaign

    Government gives FUFA UGX 1Bn towards Uganda Cranes World Cup campaign

    FUFA has this evening received financial support of UGX 1Bn (One Billion Uganda Shillings) from the Government of the Republic of Uganda towards the Uganda Cranes’ 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualification campaign.

    This follows a meeting chaired by the Minister of Education and Sports Mrs. Janet Museveni also attended by Minister of State for Sports Hon Charles Bakkabulindi, Permanent Secretary Alex Kakooza, other Ministry officials and NCS where FUFA presented a budget of UGX1.3Bn before the Ghana match and UGX 900M for the post match expenses; for the matches against Egypt and Ghana to cover players’ and coaches’ allowances, bonuses, air tickets, accommodation, practice match (Madagascar)  and other related costs.

    The FUFA delegation to the meeting led by President Eng. Moses Magogo, had 1st Vice President Justus Mugisha, CEO Edgar Watson and Finance Director Decolas Kiiza.

    The First Lady emphasized the importance of Sport, and willingness of Government to finance excelling National teams and Athletes.  She further appreciated the success registered by FUFA.

    FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo hands over a Uganda Cranes portrait to  President  Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and the First Lady Janet Museveni at Entebbe State House in 2016.

    Mrs. Museveni however called for long term planning from Sports Federations, NCS, the Department of Physical Education and the Ministry of Education and Sports so as to avoid adhoc interventions. She pledged to avail time to meet with sports federations and share experiences for the development of sports in the country.

    President Museveni juggles the ball shortly after he hosted the Uganda Cranes and a delegation from FUFA in 2016.

    ‘I am very excited that the Government has answered our call for the support to the Uganda Cranes and this cash will clear amongst others the bonuses and allowances for the players and coaches. This is the kind of motivation that will influence the sporting results’ said FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo.  

    FUFA President added;

    ‘I take the opportunity to thank HE the President of the Republic of Uganda Yoweri Kaguta Museveni for the magnanimity towards the Uganda Cranes. I further thank the Hon Minister of Education and Sports, Mrs. Janet Museveni for the support and procedural guidance, the Hon Minister of State for Sports Hon Charles Bakkabulindi, the Ministry of Education and Sports staff, the NCS and all other persons their efforts’

    I have been assured by the players and coaches that as always they will give their best for their country

    The success of the Uganda Cranes in this campaign is a result of the support from Government. With a Chartered plane to Togo in 2016, the team registered double wins 0-1 and 3-0 to progress to the group stages for the first time. Financial assistance of $200,000 enabled the team to pick a point (goalless draw) from Ghana away in Tamale.

     

  • 2017/18 FUFA Big league: Second tier officially kicks off on Thursday

    2017/18 FUFA Big league: Second tier officially kicks off on Thursday

    Match day one of the 2017/18 FUFA Big league officially kicks off on Thursday, 5th October 2017.

    Greater Masaka United (formerly Lweza) shall be at home to Kira United at the Masaka Recreational stadium.

    The other matches will see Sun City at home to newly promoted Kabale Sharp in Kasese, Simba shall entertain Nyamityobora in Gayaza, Kitara up with Kireka United in Hoima.

    Kansai Plascon Paints encounter with Water will be played at the Naro Ntawo play ground.

    New comers Bumate United will host Synergy in Bundibunjo.

    In the Elgon group, there will be 5 matches.

    Kataka entertains Doves All Stars at the Nabini play ground, Bufumbo in Mbale, Bukedea Town Council  against Amuka Bright Stars at the Emokori Ground,  -Bukedea

    Meanwhile, Vura will play Jinja Municipal Council  Hippos in Moyo, Paidha Black Angels will be home to Busia FIsheries at the initimidating Bar Okoro play ground in Zombo.

    The last Elgon group on the menu will see Allan Kabonge’s Lira United  host Kamuli Park  at the Lango Sports Ground in Lira district.

    Three clubs will  be promoted to the Uganda Premier League at the end of the 2017/18 FUFA Big league season.

    FUFA Big League opening day fixtures:

    Thursday 5th Octover 2017

    Rwenzori Group:

    • Suncity FC v Kabale Sharp  –  Nyakasanga play ground, Kasese (4:30 p.m)
    • Greater Masaka United FC v Kira United –  Masaka Recreational Play ground (4:30 p.m)
    • Simba  v Nyamityobora  – Gayaza-Kabanyolo University Ground (4:30 p.m)
    • Kitara  v Kireka United – Booma Ground-Hoima (4:30 p.m)
    • Kansai Plascon Vs Water  –  Naro Ntawo play ground (2:30 p.m)
    • Bumate United v Synergy  – Bumate play ground – Bundibujjo (4:30 p.m)

    Elgon Group:

    • Kataka FC v Doves All Stars –  Nabini play ground, Bufumbo- Mbale (4:30 p.m)
    • Bukedea Town Council  v Amuka Bright Stars FC – Emokori Ground,  -Bukedea (4:30 p.m)
    • Vura FC v Jinja Municipal Council  Hippos FC – Vura Town Council Ground, Moyo (4:30 p.m)
    • Paidha Black Angels v Busia FIsheries – Barokoro-Zombo (4:30 p.m)
    • Lira United  v Kamuli Park  – Lango Sports Ground, Lira (4:30 p.m)

    MAIN PHOTO: Action between Kira United (in Red) and Synergy (Green) during last year’s FUFA Big league play offs at Mutesa II Wankulukuku stadium. Synergy kicks off away to Bumate in Bundibujjo.

    PHOTO CREDITS: FUFA Communications Department

  • Uganda Cranes fall to Madagascar in practice match at Lugogo

    Uganda Cranes fall to Madagascar in practice match at Lugogo

    Uganda Cranes 1-2 Madagascar

    Uganda Cranes lost 2-1 in the practice match played against Island nation Madagascar at the StarTimes stadium in Lugogo on Wednesday.

    Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) fc midfielder Muzamiru Mutyaba gave Cranes the lead after 28 minutes as Uganda took control of the game into the half time break.

    Aerial action during the game. Emmanuel Okwi (7), Derrick Nsibambi (11) and Milton Karisa (23) in a challenge to head the ball fin search for a goal
    Striker Edrisa Lubega (R) races to the ball during the first half

    Rio Carlous Anoriananicinos  scored twice in the second half for the maximum points.

    Carlous’ goals came in the 49th and 88th minutes to give Madagascar a famous victory.

    Uganda Cranes’ technical team used two different teams for either halves.

    Team captain and first choice goalkeeper Dennis Onyango was the only un-used substitute in the match.

    Uganda Cranes XI vs Madagascar that started the practice match.
    Madagascar team

    Uganda is preparing for for the up-coming 2018 FIFA World Cup group E qualifier against Ghana Black Stars this Saturday at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole.

    FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo (third from right) with the other officials at Lugogo watch the match proceedings
    The technical team and the substitute players
    Uganda Cranes captain of the day Hassan Wasswa Mawanda (L) with the Madagascar skipper Ina Faneva Andriatasina with the match referees prior to kickoff

    The team will regroup for Thursday training at Mandela National Stadium, starting 4 p.m.

    Team Line ups:

    Uganda Cranes XI: Ismail Watenga (G.K), Denis Iguma, Godfrey Walusimbi, Savio Kabugo, Isaac Isinde, Tonny Mawejje, Hassan Wasswa Mawanda, William Luwagga Kizito, Muzamiru Mutyaba, Edrisa Lubega, Joseph Ochaya

    Uganda Cranes (Second half team):

    Benjamin Ochan (GK), Nico Wakiro Wadada, Isaac Muleme, Bernard Muwanga, Milton Karisa, Emma Okwi, Geoffrey Serunkuma, Ivan Ntege, Farouk Miya, Timothy Awanyi, Derrick Nsibambi

    Sub Not Used: Denis Onyango (GK)

    Madagascar XI: Ibrahim Dabo (GK), Ranbelosn Toavina, Pascal Razakanantenaina, Thomas Fontaine, Nonenjana Lalaina (62’ Patrick Herimanjaarivo) , Jean Raherinarimanana, Calsin  Dimitry, Randrinbololuna Zotsara, Rio Carlous Anoriananicinos, Ina Faneva Andriatsina, Ferdinard Ramananahera  (75’ Hery Randriaitara,)

    Subs Not Used: Ramaritany Damien (GK), Michel Randriantenaina

    Referees:

    • Center Referee: Mashood Ssali
    • 1st Assistant Referee: Musa Balikoowa
    • 2nd Assistant Referee: Lee Okello
    • 4th Official: Brian Miiro Nsubuga
    • Match Commissioner: Ali Waiswa
  • Kizito Luwagga Joins Uganda Cranes team

    Kizito Luwagga Joins Uganda Cranes team

    2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Russia 

    Uganda Cranes vs Ghana Black Stars 

    Saturday 7th October, 2017 

    Venue: Namboole 

    Charges: 30,000/-, 70,000/- and 150,000/-

    PRACTICE MATCH: Uganda vs Madagascar

    Venue: StarTimes Stadium, Lugogo

    Closed from the public but Only 25,000/- Discount Ticket holders for the Uganda Cranes vs Ghana Black Stars match will gain access

    The Uganda Cranes camp has been boosted more with the appearance of silky midfielder maestro William Kizito Luwagga.
    The 23 year old who trades his talent in Romania with CSM Polithecnica lasi arrived in the country on Monday evening but never hesitated to join fellow teammates at Sky Hotel, Nalya as they prepare for the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia qualifier match win against Ghana.
    While talking to www.fufa.co.ug, Luwagga said that this time he’s happy that he has reported earlier and therefore will have enough time to train with the team  thus a better partnership before the WCQ.
    ‘I’m happy that this time I’ve reported early in camp  hot like the previous game where I arrived on the eve of the game against Egypt ‘ Said Luwagga.
     
    The team conducted a single training session on Tuesday morning at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole  ahead of the practice match on Wednesday 4/10/17 agaisnt Madagascar.
     
    Players in the Sky Hotel camp, Naalya:
    Goalkeepers: Benjamin Ochan & Ismail Watenga
    Outfield players: Nico Wadada,  Denis Iguma,  Savio Kabugo, Bernard Muwanga,  Isaac Muleme, Timothy Awanyi, Ivan Ntege,  Tom Masiko, Muzamir Mutyaba,  Tom Masiko,  Derrick Nsibambi,  Nelson Senkatuka, Isaac Isinde,  Joseph Ochaya, Godfrey Walusimbi, Hassan Wasswa,  Tonny Mawejje, William Kizito Luwagga,  Emmanuel Okwi, Edrisa Lubega & Geofrey Serunkuma
    MAIN PHOTO: Kizito Luwagga showing Isaac Muleme some skills from Europe during training on Tuesday. 

    TICKET SELLING POINTS:

    1. Total Nakivubo
    2. Shell Capital
    3. Total City Centre
    4. Total Arua Park
    5. Total Kireka
    6. Total Bweyogerere
    7. Shell Kireka
    8. Mukono City Shoppers
    9. Tango Sport
    10. FUFA Shop
    11. Della Attractions
    12. City Oil

    13-Hardware World-Ntinda

    14- AIRTEL OUTLETS -Ben Kiwanuka, Kampala Road, Kyaggwe Road, Lugogo-Game, Jinja Road

    15-Soccanet-Mabirizi Plaza-Kampala road

    16-Jude Colour Solutions at Prime Complex

    17-Katumwa sports Centre

    18-HAM Shopping Grounds, Owino

  • Rejuvenated Tony Mawejje ready to show Ghana true class of football on Saturday

    Rejuvenated Tony Mawejje ready to show Ghana true class of football on Saturday

    2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Russia 

    Uganda Cranes vs Ghana Black Stars 

    Saturday 7th October, 2017 

    Venue: Namboole 

    Charges: 30,000/-, 70,000/- and 150,000/-

     

    PRACTICE MATCH: Uganda vs Madagascar

    Venue: StarTimes Stadium, Lugogo

    Closed from the public but Only 25,000/- Discount Ticket holders for the Uganda Cranes vs Ghana Black Stars match will gain access

    More players have joined the Uganda Cranes ahead of the 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Ghana on Saturday at Mandela National Stadium. Seven players joined and were part of the Monday training sessions; they are Isaac Isinde,  Joseph Ochaya, Godfrey Walusimbi, Hassan Wasswa,  Tonny Mawejje, Edrisa Lubega & Goefrey Serunkuma.

    On arrival experienced midfielder Tonny Mawejje who features for Albanian side FKF Tirana said that he is ready to give the best of his ability for Uganda to get positive results.


    ‘I know how to beat Ghana because I have played more than 4 games against them. I am now rejuvenated and ready to give in all what I have to help Uganda get good results’ said Mawejje.

    Training resumes on Tuesday morning before the team engages in a practice match against Madagascar on Wednesday at Lugogo.
    Players who attended training on Monday

    Goalkeepers: Benjamin Ochan & Ismail Watenga

    Outfield players: Nico Wadada,  Denis Iguma,  Savio Kabugo, Bernard Muwanga,  Isaac Muleme, Timothy Awanyi, Ivan Ntege,  Tom Masiko, Shafik Kagimu, Muzamir Mutyaba,  Tom Masiko,  Derrick Nsibambi and Nelson Senkatuka, Isaac Isinde,  Joseph Ochaya, Godfrey Walusimbi, Hassan Wasswa,  Tonny Mawejje,Edrisa Lubega & Geofrey Serunkuma

    Note: All Photos taken from Monday’s training at Nambole stadium 

  • Uganda Cranes to play Madagascar

    Uganda Cranes to play Madagascar

    • The practice match Uganda Cranes vs Madagascar has been organized by FUFA
    • Closed from the public but ONLY fans who have purchased the discounted tickets (each sold at 25,000/-) for Ghana match will access the match  on Wednesday
    • Discounted tickets on market till Monday 5pm.
    • Madagscar to train at Lugogo on Monday and Tuesday at 4pm 

    Head coach Moses Basena will have one final test for his team against Madagascar when the two teams play in a practice match on Wednesday 4th October, 2017 ahead of the 2018 FIFA World cup qualifier with Ghana.

    Uganda Cranes will face the National football A-Team of Madagascar who flew in their foreign based players for the fixture. The team jetted in last night.

    ‘The match will help Uganda Cranes coach test the technical ability and mental strength of his players ahead of a crucial fixture against Ghana on Saturday. We believe Madagascar have the quality to give our team good preparations’ said FUFA Communications Manager Ahmed Hussein

    FUFA CEO Edgar Watson (Extreme R) with his Deputy Humphrey Mandu (5th L) in a group photo moment with the entire Madagascan contingent at Land Star Hotel in Makindye.

    In relation to the match, FUFA has confirmed that this match is closed from the public but ONLY fans who have purchased the discounted tickets (each sold at 25,000/-) will be able to access the stadium on Wednesday to watch the practice match between Uganda Cranes and Madagascar at Lugogo.

    Planning for the match on Wednesday. FUFA CEO (M) and his Deputy with a Madagascan team official (L) at Land Star Hotel in Makindye.

    FUFA has extended the grace period of discounted tickets by two days (Sunday and Monday). They will now be withdrawn from the market at 5pm on Monday 2nd October. The other ticket categories of 30,000/-, 70, 0000/- and 150,000/- will be brought on market on Tuesday.

    TICKET SELLING POINTS FOR UGANDA CRANES VS GHANA BLACK STARS

    1. Total Nakivubo
      2. Shell Capital
      3. Total City Centre
      4. Total Arua Park
      5. Total Kireka
      6. Total Bweyogerere
      7. Shell Kireka
      8. Mukono City Shoppers
      9. Tango Sport
      10. FUFA Shop
      11. Della Attractions
      12. City Oil

    13-Hardware World-Ntinda

    14- AIRTEL OUTLETS -Ben Kiwanuka, Kampala Road, Kyaggwe Road, Lugogo-Game, Jinja Road

    MAIN PHOTO: Part of the Madagascan players at Land Star Hotel in Makindye. 

  • Ivan Ntege, Dennis Iguma join Uganda Cranes team

    Ivan Ntege, Dennis Iguma join Uganda Cranes team

    FIFA 2018 RUSSIA World Cup Russia Qualifier 
    Uganda vs Ghana (Saturday, 7th October 2017)
    Mandela National Stadium, Namboole
    The Uganda Cranes started day one of residential training at Mandela National Stadium Namboole on Sunday evening.
    The team is preparing for the must win 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia qualifier match against Ghana.
    Fourteen players attended the single evening  session inclusive of foreign based Denis Iguma and Ivan ‘Kojja’ Ntege.
    After the training session Ivan Ntege told www.fufa.co.ug that he is set for the challenge and it’s the reason why he arrived earlier than others.
    ” I personally I’m too set for the encounter and it’s the reason why I’ve arrived earlier for better preparations” Said Ntege.
    Kojja added that he anticipates for positive results against the Black Stars on the 7th October thus opening up Uganda’s chances of appearing for the first time to the world’s most precious football tournament.
    Players who attended training .
    Goalkeepers: Benjamin Ochan & Ismail Watenga
    Outfield players: Nico Wadada,  Denis Iguma,  Savio Kabugo, Bernard Muwanga,  Isaac Muleme, Timothy Awanyi, Ivan Ntege,  Tom Masiko,  Muzamir Mutyaba,  Tom Masiko,  Derrick Nsibambi and Nelson Senkatuka.
  • Uganda Cranes triumph over Northern Region Select team in Lira

    Uganda Cranes triumph over Northern Region Select team in Lira

    UGANDA CRANES REGIONAL TOURS 2017

    • Northern Region Select 0-2 Uganda Cranes

    Derrick Nsibambi scored two second half goals as the Uganda Cranes team triumphed 2-0 against Northern Region Select team at the Lango Sports Grounds in Lira on Saturday.

    After a goal-less opening 45 minutes, the game was lit up by KCCA forward Derrick Nsibambi who scored in the 55th and 62nd minutes of the well attended match.

    Uganda Cranes midfielder Muzamiru Mutyba breaks away from Walter Odongo during one of the attacks at Northern region goal

    Nsibambi was among the 10 changes that the national team technical bench headed by Moses Basena had called as the second half re-started.

    Earlier Paul Mucureezi had missed giving the national side the lead when his attempt hit the goal post in the 28th minute.

    Uganda Cranes XI against Northern Region Select team
    Northern Uganda Region Select Team

    Other chances were 50-50 incidents from Moses Waiswa, Tom Masiko, Nelson Senkatuka, Isaac Muleme and Muzamiru Mutyaba.

    Northern Uganda select team’s goalkeeper Sadam Ogwang was alert to tame any goal bound threats before he paved way for Stephen Okello with 10 minutes to play.

    Uganda Cranes’ Fred Okot and Tadeo Lwanga were the two players cautioned by referee Tonny Agir.

    Guests during the singing of the National and Lango anthems prior to kick off

    This was the second time that Uganda Cranes was playing against Northern Region select in two years after winning 5-0 in 2015 at Pece Stadium in Gulu district.

    The essence of such tours among others is to take the national team brand closer to the fans in their respective localities.

    National team main sponsors Airtel Uganda Limited and Uganda Breweries Limited jointly bankroll the national regional tours.

    Part of the mammoth crowd that graced Northern Region against Uganda Cranes at Lango Sports Ground
    Moses Waiswa is stopped by Northern Uganda’s Hilary Odonkonyero at Lango Sports Ground

    Team Line ups:

    Northern Region XI:  Sadam Ogwang (G.K), Ivan Okello, John Paul Acire, Ronald Owiny, Alli Muhamed, Hilary Odonkonyero, Walter Odongo, Dickens Diarra Okwir, Ronny Okullo, Richardson Asaba, Moses Aliro

    Subs: Stephen Okello (G.K), Joel Akaka, Emmanuel Okwi, Julius Akwata, Denis Omedi, Brian Ocakacon, Mike Denis Ojok

    Team Officials:

    • Head coach: Godfrey Akena
    • Assistant coach: Bob Obira

    Uganda Cranes XI: Tom Ikara (G.K), Nico Wakiro Wadada, Isaac Muleme, Timothy Awany, Savio Kabugo, Tom Masiko, Paul Mucureezi, Moses Waiswa, Muzamiru Mutyaba, Nelson Senkatuka, David Owori

    Second Team: Tom Ikara (60′ Benjamin Ochan), Fred Okot, Dan Birikwaliira,  Bernard Muwanga, Tadeo Lwanga, Ibrahim Kayiwa, Emmanuel Kalyowa, Albert Mugisa, Derrick Nsibambi, Milton Karisa, Shafiq Kagimu

    Sub Not Used: Ismail Watenga (G.K)

    Team Officials:

    • Head coach: Moses Basena
    • Assistant coach: Mathias Lule
    • Goalkeeping coach: Fred Kajoba
    • Team Physio: Ivan Ssewanyana
    • Team Doctor: Ronald Kisolo
    • Team Manager: Chrispus Muyinda
    • Media: Hamza Nsereko and Meddie Ssengendo

    Match Officials:

    • Center Referee:  Tonny Agir
    • Assistant Referee 1: Dick Okello
    • Assistant Referee 2: Paul Omara
    • 4th Official: Deogratious Opio
    • Match Commissioner: Allani Joe

     

     

  • Uganda Cranes Regional Tours 2017: Cranes XI vs Northern Uganda

    Uganda Cranes Regional Tours 2017: Cranes XI vs Northern Uganda

    UGANDA CRANES REGIONAL TOURS 2017

    Match Day: Saturday, 30th September 2017 (4:30 p.m)

    • Northern Region Select Vs Uganda Cranes
    • At Lango Sports Ground, In Lira

    Live on 102.1 FUFA f.m and all official FUFA Social Media platforms

     

    The Uganda Cranes team to face Northern Uganda regional select side has been released.

     

    There are two different sides named.

     

    This is the second time that Uganda Cranes is playing against Northern Region select in two years after winning 5-0 in 2015 at Pece Stadium in Gulu district.

     

    The essence of such tours among others is to take the national team brand closer to the fans in their respective localities.

     

    National team main sponsors Airtel Uganda Limited and Uganda Breweries Limited jointly bankroll the national regional tours.

     

    Uganda Cranes Team:

    XI: Tom Ikara (G.K), Nico Wakiro Wadada, Isaac Muleme, Timothy Awany, Savio Kabugo, Tom Masiko, Paul Mucureezi, Moses Waiswa, Muzamiru Mutyaba, Nelson Senkatuka, David Owori

     

    Team Two: Ismail Watenga (G.K), Fred Okot, Dan Birikwaliira,  Bernard Muwanga, Tadeo Lwanga, Ibrahim Kayiwa, Emmanuel Kalyowa, Albert Mugisa, Derrick Nsibambi, Milton Karisa, Shafiq Kagimu

    Sub: Benjamin Ochan (G.K)

    Team Officials:

     

    Head coach: Moses Basena

     

    Assistant coach: Mathias Lule

     

    Goalkeeping coach: Fred Kajoba

     

    Team Physio: Ivan Ssewanyana

     

    Team Doctor: Ronald Kisolo

     

    Team Manager: Chrispus Muyinda

     

    Media: Hamza Nsereko and Meddie Ssengendo

  • Uganda Cranes conduct final session in Lira ahead of duel with Northern Region

    Uganda Cranes conduct final session in Lira ahead of duel with Northern Region

    Uganda Cranes regional tours 2017:

    • Northern Regional Select Vs Uganda Cranes

     

    • Saturday, 30th September

     

    • At Lango Sports Ground, Lira (4:30 p.m) – Live on 102.1 FUFA f.m

     

    After the Uganda Cranes team safe arrival in Lira on Friday afternoon, the team players held a two hour session at the Lango Sports ground.

    All the players responded well in training supervised by the head coach Moses Basena, his assistant Mathias Lule and goakeeping coach Fred Kajoba.

    One of the new faces on the team, Albert Mugisa, a midfielder with Police F.C expressed his gratitude upon the call up.

    In an interview with www.fufa.co.ug after the session, the exciting player disclosed his willingness to learn more and more.

    ‘I am happy to be here with the national. I will keep composed and it gives me the impetus to work even harder at my club’ Mugisa noted.

    Albert Mugisa (right with yellow boots) vies for the ball with the rest of the players during training

    A large crowd watched the session whose basis centered around ball possession, hurting the opponents on the quick counter and defending.

    This is the second time that Uganda Cranes is playing against Northern Region select in two years after winning 5-0 in 2017 at Pece Stadium in Gulu district.

    Emmanuel Kalyowa passes the ball during training meanwhile assistant coach Mathias Lule closes down the space as the rest of the players keep a keen eye

    The purpose of such tours among others is to take the national team brand closer to the fans in their respective localities.

    National team main sponsors Airtel Uganda Limited, Uganda Breweries Limited and National Insurance Corporation (NIC) jointly bankroll the national regional tours.

    The Goalkeepers in a limbering session on Friday afternoon at Lango Sports Ground in Lira
    Uganda Cranes Players in Lira:
    Goalkeepers:  Ismail Watenga -Vipers SC,  Benjamin Ochan-KCCA FC, Tom Ikara-Kirinya Jinja SS
    Outfield players: Nico Wadada-Vipers SC,  Dan Bilikwalira-Vipers SC ,  Joshua Awori-Proline FC,  Savio Kabugo-Proline FC ,  Timothy Awanyi-KCCA FC  ,  Bernard Muwanga-SC Villa,  Fred Okot-URA FC,  Isaac Muleme-KCCA FC ,  Tadeo Lwanga-Vipers SC, Ibrahim Kayiwa-KJSS FC,  Tom Masiko-Vipers SC ,  Paul Mucureezi-KCCA FC,  Moses Waiswa-Vipers SC, Kalyowa Emma-Soana FC,  Shafic Kagimu-URA FC,  Muzamir Mutyaba-KCCA FC,  Milton Karisa – Vipers S.C, Derrick Nsibambi-KCCA FC, Nelson Senkatuka-Bright Stars FC  & Albert Mugisa-Police FC
    Officials:
    Head coach: Moses Basena
    Assistant coach: Mathias Lule
    Goalkeeping coach: Fred Kajoba
    Team Physio: Ivan Ssewanyana
    Team Doctor: Ronald Kisolo
    Team Manager: Chrispus Muyinda
    Media: Hamza Nsereko and Meddie Ssengendo
    MAIN PHOTO: Uganda Cranes assistant coach Mathias Lule leads the warm up session with the players at Lango Sports Ground in Lira
    PHOTO CREDITS: FUFA Communications department
  • Uganda Cranes regional tours 2017: National team arrives safely in Lira

    Uganda Cranes regional tours 2017: National team arrives safely in Lira

    Uganda Cranes regional tours 2017:

    • Northern Regional Select Vs Uganda Cranes
    • Saturday, 30th September
    • At Lango Sports Ground, Lira (4:30 p.m)

    The Uganda Cranes team has safely arrived in Northern Uganda town of Lira on Friday afternoon.

    This follow a successful four hours journey from FUFA House, Mengo in Kampala.

    The national team set from Kampala at 9:10 a.m and reached Lira at about 1:30 p.m before checking in at Pauline Hotels Limited in Lira town.

    ‘We traveled well and every body on the team is ready for the match on Saturday’ Hamza Nsereko, the media personnel attached to the team told www.fufa.co.ug.

    Nico Wakiro Wadada (left), Isaac Muleme, team manager Chrispus Muyinda and assistant coach Mathias Lule with the rest of the players arrive at Pauline Hotel in Lira

    All the players on the team are set to conduct the final training session on Friday evening at Lango Sports Ground, the venue of the match on Saturday.

    This is the second time that Uganda Cranes is playing against Northern Region select in two years after winning 5-0 in 2017 at Pece Stadium in Gulu district.

    The essence of such tours among others is to take the national team brand closer to the fans in their respective localities.

    National team main sponsors Airtel Uganda Limited, National Insurance Corporation (NIC) and Uganda Breweries Limited jointly bankroll the national regional tours.

    L-R: Albert Mugisa, Emmanuel Kalyowa, Joshua Awori and Moses Waiswa upon arrival at Pauline Hotels Limited in Lira
    Uganda Cranes Players in Lira:
    Goalkeepers:  Ismail Watenga -Vipers SC,  Benjamin Ochan-KCCA FC, Tom Ikara-Kirinya Jinja SS
    Outfield players: Nico Wadada-Vipers SC,  Dan Bilikwalira-Vipers SC ,  Joshua Awori-Proline FC,  Savio Kabugo-Proline FC ,  Timothy Awanyi-KCCA FC  ,  Bernard Muwanga-SC Villa,  Fred Okot-URA FC,  Isaac Muleme-KCCA FC ,  Tadeo Lwanga-Vipers SC, Ibrahim Kayiwa-KJSS FC,  Tom Masiko-Vipers SC ,  Paul Mucureezi-KCCA FC,  Moses Waiswa-Vipers SC, Kalyowa Emma-Soana FC,  Shafic Kagimu-URA FC,  Muzamir Mutyaba-KCCA FC,  Milton Karisa – Vipers S.C, Derrick Nsibambi-KCCA FC, Nelson Senkatuka-Bright Stars FC  & Albert Mugisa-Police FC
    Officials:
    Head coach: Moses Basena
    Assistant coach: Mathias Lule
    Goalkeeping coach: Fred Kajoba
    Team Physio: Ivan Ssewanyana
    Team Doctor: Ronald Kisolo
    Team Manager: Chrispus Muyinda
    Media: Hamza Nsereko and Meddie Ssengendo

     

  • Uganda Cranes team to Lira for Regional tour match named

    Uganda Cranes team to Lira for Regional tour match named

    The Uganda Cranes conducted a training session on Thursday evening at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole ahead of the trip to Lira on Friday morning.

     Twenty three players were part of the session under the watchful eye of Coach Moses Basena, Mathias Lule and goalkeeping coach Fred Kajoba.
    Moses Basena after the training told www.fufa.co.ug that he is happy for the regional tour project because it will be used as a baseline to test players especially those playing at home on who will make the final squad to face Ghana  in the 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier on 7th October at Namboole.
    ‘I am happy for the regional tour project because it gives a clear picture of players who are ready for the senior team’ said Basena
     Players who trained on Thursday
    Uganda Cranes Team travelling to Lira: Goalkeepers:  Ismail Watenga -Vipers SC,  Benjamin Ochan-KCCA FC, Tom Ikara-Kirinya Jinja SS.
    Nico Wadada-Vipers SC,  Dan Bilikwalira-Vipers SC ,  Joshua Awori-Proline FC,  Savio Kabugo-Proline FC ,  Timothy Awanyi-KCCA FC  ,  Bernard Muwanga-SC Villa,  Fred Okot-URA FC,  Isaac Muleme-KCCA FC ,  Tadeo Lwanga-Vipers SC, Ibrahim Kayiwa-KJSS FC,  Tom Masiko-Vipers SC ,  Paul Mucureezi-KCCA FC,  Moses Waiswa-Vipers SC, Kalyowa Emma-Soana FC,  Shafic Kagimu-URA FC,  Muzamir Mutyaba-KCCA FC,  Milton Karisa – Vipers S.C, Derrick Nsibambi-KCCA FC, Nelson Senkatuka-Bright Stars FC  & Albert Mugisa-Police FC

    All photos from Thurday training at Namboole stadium

    Match officials of the Uganda vs Ghana 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia Qualifier 

    Referee: Bennett Daniel Frazer (South Africa)

    Assistant Referee 1: Adelaide Eldrick Giles Mathieu (Seychelles)

    Assistant Referee 2: Marie Steve Jonathan (Seychelles)

    Fourth Official: Fred Nelson Emile Louis (Seychelles)

    Referee Assessor: Evehe Divine Raphael (Cameroon)

    Commissioner: Omar Abubaker Yusuf Mohamed (Kenya) 

     

  • Vipers’ petition over alleged damaged property by Sc Villa fans forwarded to FUFA Investigatory Chamber

    Vipers’ petition over alleged damaged property by Sc Villa fans forwarded to FUFA Investigatory Chamber

    The FUFA Competitions Disciplinary Committee has forwarded the petition by Vipers SC about alleged vandalism of their property by Sc Villa fans at St Mary’s stadium to the FUFA Investigatory Chamber.

    Vipers SC petitioned FUFA with claims that Sc Villa fans damaged their stadium property on Saturday 23rd September, 2017 during the Azam Uganda Premier League match in Kitende.

    In a communication by the FUFA Competitions Disciplinary Panel Chairman Deo Mutabazi it reads;

    ‘The case of vandalism of the stadium and misconduct by individual Sc Villa fans mentioned in the Vipers SC’s petition has been referred to the FUFA Disciplinary Committee for further Investigations and action in accordance with Article 6.9 (b) of the FUFA Competitions Rules’

    After Investigations, the report will be handed over to the FUFA Disciplinary-Adjudicatory Chamber to take decision based on the findings.

    Sc Villa has already been fined by FUFA One Million Shillings and docked two points while their team manager Jumba Mohammed and goalkeeper were handed four and two match bans for unsporting conduct and use of threatening language towards the referee.

    Who is who in the FUFA Disciplinary Committee (Investigatory and Adjudicatory Chambers)

    FUFA DISCIPLINARY COMMITTEE-INVESTIGATORY CHAMBER

    Ruta Darius-Chairman

    Kiggwe Badru-Member

    Mukatabala paul-Member

    Salmin Saleh-Member

    FUFA DISCIPLINARY COMMITTEE-ADJUDICATORY CHAMBER

    Hillal Hussein-Chairman

    Kubingi Margaret-Member

    Kacuumu Stephen-Member

    Barigye Richard-Member

  • Draws of the FUFA Women Elite League 2017/18 season conducted

    Draws of the FUFA Women Elite League 2017/18 season conducted

    All is set for the 4th Edition of the 2017/18 FUFA Women Elite League. The FUFA Competitions Department on Thursday 27th September 2017 released the groupings of the 16 teams after all club officials were involved in the draw for the 2017/18 season due to kick off on 14th October 2017.

    The fixtures of the league will be released soon by the FUFA Competitions Committee.

    The draw came shortly at the end of the meeting called by the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo to discuss development matters on women football ahead of the new season
    16 teams will participate in this year’s edition grouped again under Victoria and Elizabeth to be played on a round robin basis.

    The top two teams in each group will feature in the playoffs to determine the finalists and eventual champion.
    Basing on the decisions from FUFA Executive Meeting that sat on Tuesday19th September 2017, the Women Elite league clubs that will participate in the 2017/18 Season are;

    Elizabeth Group: Uganda Martyrs, Wakiso Hills, She Mak, Isra Academy WFC, Kampala Queens, Eastern Heroes, Olila Women, UCU Lady Cardinals

    Victoria Group: Ajax queens, She Corporate, Gafford Ladies, Kawempe Muslim SS WFC, Muteesa I Royal University, Rines WFC, Western United and London Stallions.

    Wakiso Hills WFC pulled out of the 2016/17 season due to force majeure after the team was involved in motor accident on their way to a league match in North East. The club could not continue with the remaining fixtures because of the injuries sustained by the players.
    Isra Academy WFC qualified sportingly after emerging champion of the Kampala Region Women League.
    Kawempe Muslim WFC are the defending Champions and have lifted the League title three times since its inception in 2014.

    MAIN PHOTO: Kawempe players celebrating their win over UCU in the FUFA Women Elite League Final at Wankulukuku last season. 

    IMPORTANT COMMUNICATION-FUFA WOMEN CLUB LICENSING 2017/18 SEASON 

    This is to inform you that All FUFA Women Elite league clubs are required to update their club Licensing mandatory requirements by Monday 2nd October 2017 and payment of 350,000/= as Club Licensing fees.

    Club Licensing is intended to set minimum standards in football, to enforce good football governance by safeguarding the credibility and integrity of club competitions, to ensure and enforce clubs financial stability, transparency, sporting values in accordance with the principles of fair play, commitment to youth education and development, to improve the level of professionalism within the football family,  transparency in the ownership and control of clubs.
    Basing on the decisions from FUFA Executive Committee Meeting that sat on Tuesday19th September 2017, the Women Elite league clubs that will participate in the 2017/18 season are Uganda Martyrs, Olila Women, Ajax queens, She Mak. ST, She Corporate, Eastern Heroes, Gafford Ladies, Wakiso Hills, Kawempe Muslim, UCU lady Cardinals, Muteesa 1 Royal, Rines WFC, Western United, London stallions and Isra Academy WFC.

    Wakiso Hills WFC pulled out of the 2016/17 season due to a force majeure incidence as the team was involved in motor accident as they were travelling to honour one of the league fixtures. The club could not continue with the remaining fixtures because most of the players had got severe injuries.

    Isra Academy WFC qualified sportingly after being champion of the Kampala Region Women League which had been authorized and licensed by FUFA.

    The requirements are considered in 5 aspects of sporting, infrastructure, Finance, Legal and Administration and personnel as below;
    SPORTING a) Qualified sportingly b) A list of the Senior Team Players and their allocated shirt numbers

    LEGAL /STRUCTURE REQUIREMENTS a) A copy of its current, valid statutes b) Fully filled FUFA Club License Application c) FUFA compliance Form F901 d) Certificate of Registration e) FUFA Club Ownership Form F201 f) Proof of Minutes of holding statutory Annual General Meeting

    INFRASTRUCTURE REQUIREMENTS a) Stadium approval b) Office Premises

    LICENSE APPLICANT IDENTITY AND ADDRESS a) High Resolution Logo in Electronic Format b) NIC- Name of the Club c) Motto /Slogan d) One Page History of the Club e) Samples of full set of the Home and Away Kit f) Physical Address of the Club Offices g) E-mail Address h) Postal Address i) Official Digital Platform; Website, Facebook, Twitter and any other social Media Platform

    FINANCE a) Budget for 2017/18 season b) Sources of Funds c) Current Club Bank Account in the name of the club

    ADMINISTRATIVE AND PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS a) Club CEO with FUFA Certificate in Administration b) Club Head Coach (minimum of CAF C License) or FIFA Women Football Coaching Course organized by FUFA.

    NB: The rules in force declare a team that does not submit the required documents within the deadline to be relegated in the lower division.

     

  • Verdict by FUFA Disciplinary Panel on Vipers-Villa match

    Verdict by FUFA Disciplinary Panel on Vipers-Villa match

    The FUFA Competitions Disciplinary Panel has ordered for the deduction of two points off SC Villa Jogoo for the acts of violence by their fans during the Azam Uganda Premier League match on Saturday 23rd September, 2017against Vipers SC  at St Mary’s Kitende.

    The match was won by the home side Vipers SC 1-0 but was marred by acts of hooliganism from the visiting side that left parts of the stadium damaged.

    Based on reports by the match referee, Assessor, video and photographic evidence from the Vipers SC vs SC Villa Jogoo match, the FUFA Competitions Disciplinary Panel, found the parties to have violated the FUFA Competitions Rules have been sanctioned accordingly as below;

    • Sc Villa Jogoo Manager Jumba Muhammad has been handed a 4 match touchline ban for threatening violence against the match referee. Mr. Jumba Mohammed will not be allowed to access the SC Villa Jogoo dressing room while serving the ban (FUFA Competitions Rules Art 30.8 (iii).

     

    • SC Villa Jogoo player Kirya Samson has been suspended for two matches for threatening violence against the referee and unsporting behavior as per Article 30.2 of the FUFA Competitions Rules.

     

    • SC Villa loses two points and two goals from those already accumulated for their fans hooliganism and violence. In addition, Sc Villa Jogoo has been fined 1,000,000 (One Million Shillings) –Article 30.14 of the FUFA Competitions Rules

     

    • The case of vandalism of the stadium and misconduct by individual Sc Villa fans mentioned in the Vipers SC’s petition has been referred to the FUFA Disciplinary Committee for further Investigations and action in accordance with Article 6.9 (b) of the FUFA Competitions Rules.

    The FUFA Competitions Disciplinary Committee has given any aggrieved party dissatisfied with the decision to appeal within 48 hours of receipt of this communication.