FUFA: Federation of Uganda Football Associations

Author: Ahmed Marsha

Planning: FUFA 2016/17 Activity Calendar released

The Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) activity calendar for the 2016/17 season was released on Wednesday, 14th July 2016.

The activity calendar was officially revealed to the public by the FUFA competitions director, Ali Mwebe.

Mwebe highlighted the need to have a well planned activity plan to help in the smooth flow of all activities lined up.

‘We have planned well to have all the domestic and international events accommodated in respect to the CAF and FIFA calendars’ Mwebe noted.

The FUFA Super Cup will be played on 14th August 2016 whilst the Azam Uganda Premier league kick off has been ear-marked for 19th August (subject to confirmation by the Uganda Premier league secretariat).

FUFA Competitions Director, Ali Mwebe addresses the media during the release of the 2016/17 activity calendar

Mwebe handled over the booklet of the activity plan to the FUFA President, Eng. Moses Magogo who also graced the press conference.

Click and See Detailed Activity Calendar – F-Final-Activity Calendar-20162017

MAIN PHOTO: FUFA Competitions Director, Ali Mwebe (left) hands over the Activity plan booklet to the FUFA President, Eng. Moses Magogo on Wednesday, 14th July 2016 at FUFA House in Mengo, Kampala

July 14, 2016
Uganda Cranes to visit Nakasongola for Charity cause

Charity Match: 23rd July 2016

Uganda Cranes Vs Nakasongola Select – St Lawrence play ground, Migyera (3 p.m)

Uganda Cranes continues with the countrywide regional tours in a bid to rally support for the national team when they visit Nakasongola on Saturday, 23rd July 2016.

There is a charity match that has been organized by Radio Simba in conjunction with the Buganda Region Football Association (BRFA).

This fixture will witness the Nakasongola community host the national team at St Lawrence S.S play ground, Migyera with the main intention of raising funds for the Nakasongola Health Center IV.

Radio Simba’s Ivan Kyeyune greets the FUFA President shortly after the press conference at Mengo

The detailed programme was released at a press conference held on Wednesday at FUFA House.

Several Radio Simba officials and staff attended the press conference.

Co-ordinator, Ivan Kyeyune noted that at least U.shs 120M is needed for the Nakasongola Health Center (Ambulance, Scan, Maternity Ward, Beds and Mattresses).

This is a continuation of the Uganda Cranes’ regional tours in a bid to rally for support for the national team from the country-side.

On 31st July 2016, Uganda Cranes will play Buganda Region at the Masaka Recreational stadium.

Buganda CEO, Muzafaru Ssebagala who also attended the press conference thanked the Federation for the initiative.

‘I thank FUFA for observing Article 5 of Buganda Regional Football Associations Statures which states that we shall promote friendly relations between clubs, officials and players and in society for humanitarian objectives’ Ssebagala remarked.

He notified the media that already Buganda’s 25 man squad had been summoned ready to battle the Uganda Cranes.

July 14, 2016
FIFA Rankings: Uganda improves to 69th in the world

Uganda Cranes has improved by three places to 69th in the latest Federation of International Football Associations (FIFA)/ Coca cola rankings released on 14th July 2016 at the home of the global football body in Zurich, Switzerland.

Uganda Cranes now have 522 points and sit 15th on the African continent.

In the last one month, Uganda played two international matches.

The first was the 2-0 loss to Zimbabwe in the international build up played at the Rufaro stadium in Harare City.

Then that historic 2-1 away win to the Botswana Zebras in the June 3rd AFCON 2017 qualifier played at the Francistown Sports Complex.

Still Best in CECAFA Region:

Uganda still maintains the top status quo in the entire CECAFA region,

Kenya moves 43 places to 86th, Rwanda falls by eight places to 111th (334 points), Tanzania improves by 13 places to 123rd (300 points), Burundi goes up by seven places to 125th (297 points) as Ethiopia falls to 132nd (270 points), Sudan falls by 14 places to 142nd (229 points) and South Sudan climbs four places to 153rd on 197 points.

Eritrea, Somalia and Djibouti share the joint 205th spot.

Uganda’s opponents in AFCON 2017 qualifiers:

Burkina Faso remains 73rd with 487 points, Botswana who recently lost 2-1 to South Africa drops two places to 89th on 378 points.

Comoros, Uganda’s opponents in the 3rd September 2016 decider better their performance to 155th with 191 points.

Top Seven in the World:

Argentina (1585 points), Belgium (1401), Colombia (1331), Germany (1319) and Chile (1316) occupy the respective top positions of the world best footballing countries.

Newly crowned European champions of the 2016 edition, Portugal climb two places to sixth while France is seventh.

The next FIFA/Coca-Cola World Ranking will be published on 11th August 2016.

July 14, 2016
FUFA Registration: Federation happy with FIFA – Government deliberations

Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) remains excited by the position reached on the registration of FUFA under the Trustees Act after the recent meeting between FIFA and the Government of Uganda.

This was confirmed by the FUFA President, Eng Moses Magogo while addressing the weekly press conference held on Thursday at the home of football in the country, FUFA House in Mengo, Kampala.

Our position from the start has been very clear. FUFA is a law abiding institution.

We have always put it clearly that we shall register.

We thank the minster for having taken the initiative to accept that FIFA officials meet Government representatives. Meeting gave us the opportunity to concentrate on development since the matter of registration was resolved.

FUFA President, Eng. Moses Magogo addressing the media on Thursday, 14th July 2016

The FUFA president also hinted on the numerous positives that arose from the meeting

The point of contravention was observed and it indeed it exists. But, Government has given the assurance they will not interfer although the regulations potential of interference.

The point of agreement here was that FIFA looks at actual interference and not the potential to interfer. Government guarantees that to support football development in the country which was a very great interface from the meeting.

The press conference was well attended by all the media houses in the country

He assures the public that indeed FUFA will complete the registration process by the set deadline of 10th August 2016.

July 14, 2016
Communications: FUFA Weekly press conference confirmed for Thursday, 14th July 2016

Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) will host the weekly press conference on Thursday, 14th July 2016 at the home of football in Uganda, Mengo in Kampala.

According to the FUFA communications director, Ahmed Hussein, there are a number of issues to be conveyed to the public.

Key on the day’s agenda will be the release of the FUFA activity calendar for 2016/2017 season, release of referees promotional results, the launch of the Uganda Cranes match in Nakasongola (attached to the CSR Activity due on 23rd July 2016) and the forthcoming Referees’ Assessors course due this weekend in Njeru.

Members of the media are hereby invited for this press conference.

The press conference will start at 10 a.m, FUFA House.

July 13, 2016
Uganda Cranes Vs Comoros: Airtel Uganda launches unprecedented consumer promotion

Uganda Cranes main sponsors, Airtel Uganda Limited has on Wednesday launched an unprecedented consumer promotion ahead of Comoros fixture that will be played on 3rd September 2016.

The launch took place at the headquarters of Airtel Uganda Limited (at Clement Hill road in Kampala).

Federation CEO, Edgar Watson shares a light moment with FUFA President, Eng. Moses Magogo

During the launch, a special promotion of the fixture was unveiled to the general public.

FUFA was heavily represented at the launch code named ‘Mujje Tulumbe Recharged’.

The Federation president, Eng. Moses Magogo, Edgar Watson (Chief Executive Officer), Dennis Mbidde (3rd Vice President) and Esther Musoke (FUFA Marketing Manager) attended.

The FUFA President appreciated Airtel Uganda Limited for the support since October 2013.

‘We thank Airtel Uganda Limited for the continued support to the national team since October 2013. At all times, Airtel and the Government have been key in helping us run the national team. Players’ bonuses and allowances were increased thanks to Airtel. We are focused towards qualifying to AFCON. Playing in Gabon 2017 will still be preparing for our prime target of Cameroon 2019.’ he stressed.

Airtel Uganda Head Brand and Communications, Remmie Kisakye noted ‘It has been 39 years since Uganda qualified for the AFCON and come 3rd September, we are very optimistic that it the time to make history and qualify’.

The promotion intends to mobilize all Ugandans to come and show support to the national team

Football fans stand a chance to win 100 tickets, U.shs 1,000,000 daily and a brand new car weekly.

The public has been warned of avoiding conmen that could utilise the promotion. Only one number will call to notify the winners – 0752600200

On behalf of the Uganda Cranes playing staff, midfielder cum defender, Hassan Wasswa Mawanda represented at the event.

Wasswa used the platform to re-affirm the passion, readiness and overwhelming desire to play with a great display to qualify.

July 13, 2016
FUFA Gets Assurance On Registration After FIFA-Government Meeting

Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) has been cleared by FIFA to register with the NCS under the current regulations with guarantee from the Government of Uganda that there will never be third party interference in the governance of the game of Association football in Uganda.

The deadline for registration has also been extended to Wednesday 10^th August, 2016.

This follows a tripartite meeting between the world soccer governing body FIFA, FUFA and the Government of Uganda at the Ministry of Education and Sports headquarters, Embassy House in Kampala.

It has been FUFA’s consistent position that decisions taken by both Government and FIFA after the meeting would be implemented with assurances that no sanctions would be slapped on the local soccer governing while government would not interfere with the running of the game despite registering under the Trusteeship Incorporation Act.

FUFA will submit additional documents to those that were earlier delivered to the NCS on 29^th August, 2014 and Government has also agreed to support FUFA in this cause.

FUFA is confident that there will be uninterrupted and continued development of the game of football in Uganda and national focus will now shift to the Uganda v Comoros 2017 AFCON qualifier match slated for Saturday 3^rd September 2016 at Mandela National Stadium Namboole.

The FUFA President is delighted that FUFA has received joint audience and assurances from FIFA and Government in a cordial interactive meeting that ended successfully.

‘We are grateful to the Honorable Minister of State for Sports that has played a central role in this process’ Eng Magogo Moses emphasized after the meeting.

The FIFA delegation included Mr. Luca Nicola (Manager Member Associations) and Mr. Rolf Tanner (Legal Counsel).

FUFA was represented by the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo, First Vice President Mr. Justus Mugisha, Third Vice President Mr. Denis Mbidde, Chief Executive Officer Mr. Edgar Watson and Legal officer Mr. Denis Lukambi.

The Government delegation was led by Minister of State for Sports Hon. Charles Bakkabulindi and included Mr. Omara Apita Commissioner Physical Education, Mr. Onyik Bosco Chairman NCS, Mr. Nicholas Muramagi General Secretary NCS and representatives from the Solicitor General’s office, among others.

NOTE: FUFA PRESS CONFERENCE WILL BE HELD ON THURSDAY 14TH JULY, 2016 AT 10AM AT FUFA HOUSE.

July 12, 2016
Kampala Region Football Association to allow only certified coaches to handle clubs next season

Kampala Region Football Association (KRFA) have passed a resolution from their General Assembly held two weeks ago that non certified coaches will not be allowed to handle clubs at all levels starting with the 2016/2017 season.

During the handover ceremony of licenses to the successful coaches totaling to 94 for the FUFA Level I and CAF C, the chairman KRFA Idirisa Kasalirwe reminded the attentive gathering that included the Chief Guest FUFA Vice President Darius Mugoye that the Regional teams next season will be required to use only CAF C certified coaches while teams in the 4th and 5th Division leagues will use FUFA Level I coaches.

‘I would like to remind you of the resolutions passed in the last General Assembly that no regional club will be allowed to register without a CAF C licensed coach while relevant requirements for the 4th and 5th Division leagues is FUFA Level I’ said Kasalirwe at the function held on Monday afternoon at Jevine Hotel in Rubaga.

Bashir Mutyaba received his Certificate (CAF C) from Chief Guest FUFA Vice President Darius Mugoye (2nd L).

Mr. Mugoye who represented the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo told the coaches to remain professional.

‘Keep with in the rules and regulations governing the sport. Image is very important in this job. keep out of football politics as that are does not suit you at all’ said Mugoye.

Two of the coaches David Iga (FUFA Level I) and Ian Mutenda (CAF C) thanked FUFA for giving them the opportunity to undertake such courses.

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Coach Faridah Bulega receives her CAF C certificate

Coach Asaph Mwebaze Jr (R) receives his certificate from Peter Nkugwa

L-R Geoffrey Kakembo, Geoffrey Juuko, Frank Mulindwa and Asumani Galiwango

FUFA Level I coaches in a group photo with Chief Guest Mr. Darius Mugoye

July 11, 2016
FUFA confirms FIFA team arrives on Monday for meeting with Sports Minister

FIFA have confirmed that a two man delegation from Zurich will travel to Uganda for a meeting with the Ministry of Education and Sports over the registration of FUFA under the new Sports regulations by National Council of Sports.

Mr. Luca Nicola (Manager Member Associations) and Mr. Rolf Tanner (Legal Counsel)will arrive on Monday morning for the meeting to be held on Tuesday 12th July, 2016.

The meeting will be held at the offices of the Ministry of Education and Sports.

‘Details in relation to the meeting on Tuesday will be released to the parties involved in time. It is a follow up meeting of the issue that has not been received well in certain circles but all will be solved. FUFA has fulfilled all requirements under the new guidelines from NCS by submitting the necessary documents’ said FUFA Communications Manager Ahmed Hussein

The laws of the country and FIFA Statutes will guide the meeting on understanding the current situation before FUFA completes its registration under the new sports guidelines’

FUFA has highlighted to NCS that registration for the local soccer governing body under the Trusteeship Act contravenes with the FIFA statutes.

July 8, 2016
Grassroots football coaches get set for Festival at Kakyeka stadium in Mbarara on Friday

Thirty (30) participants from Western region of Uganda have received their certificates of participation after successfully completing a FIFA Grassroots football coaching course in Mbarara.

The new group included 8 women and 22 men and were selected from the 10 districts that make the Western region Football Association. They have been undergoing training sessions since Monday.

FIFA instructor Govinden Thondoo, who has been conducting the course, thanked the participants for being actively involved, and said he was waiting to see if they have grasped whatever they have been instructed about, in tomorrow’s Grassroots football festival at Kakyeka Stadium. The participants received their certificates today at Westland Hotel.

The certificates awards ceremony was presided over by Nyamitanga Division Mayor Moses Kajubi, and in attendance were FUFA Technical Director Asuman Lubowa, Western Region Football Association chairman Sseka Mutaka and National Grassroots Coordinator Willis Muwanguzi, FUFA women Development Hadijah Namuyanja and FUFA Education Officer Jackson Nyiima.

FIFA Instructor Govinden Thondoo (Standing) at the closing ceremony in Mbarara

Over 500 kids will be taken through the football skills at Kakyeka Stadium.

Participants who completed the course

Katamirwa Kenneth, Kasiba Andrew, Tumushabe Innocent, Owomujuni Augustine, Byekwaso Zaidi, Asiimwe Junior, Shuubi Kenedy, Komugisha Florence, Bukenya Moses Mukasa, Tumuhairwe Cleophas, Nuwagaba Asaph Geoffrey, Nambogo Saraha, Nasaazi K Brendah, Ndyayambagye Alex, Mugisha Bigirimana Leonard, Akanyesiimira Prize, Turyasingura Alex, Asingwire Silvanus, Twinomujuni Africano, Tumwehe Notham, Natuhwera Promise, Tweyanze Hilary, Asiimwe Immaculate, Rugabakora Resty, Kyomugisha Annet, Bbale Siraj Ssendyowa, Salim Twaha Blanden, Mugabi Thodius, Kamugisha Johnson and Atwogyeire Olive.

July 7, 2016
FUFA President wishes Ugandans, Entire Muslim community a blessed Eid Mubarak

Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) has joined hands in celebrating with the entire Muslim fraternity in Uganda and world over having successfully completed the 30 days of fasting in the Holy Month of Ramadan and and wished them Eid Mubarak celebrations.

FUFA President, Eng. Moses Magogo in a special message wishes to appreciate the Muslim family for completing the Holy month of Ramadan.

On behalf of the FUFA Executive Committee members, delegates and staff, i convey the Federation’s heart felt appreciation for the Muslim fraternity in Uganda and world-over for completing the Holy month of Ramadan.

I wish them a bless Eid Mubarak day

‘It is Our Game, It is Our Country’

July 5, 2016
Crested Cranes back home safely

Uganda National women football team-Crested Cranes are back home from Kenya where they played an international friendly in Kisumu on Sunday afternoon. Despite the 4-0 loss to the Kenyans, the players talked to fufa.co.ug that it was a match that opened up their eyes and will be looking to the CECAFA Women championship in September.

Uganda was playing its first international match at senior level since 2012 when they played Democratic Republic of Congo.

FUFA Communications Manager Ahmed Hussein and National Teams Officer Patrick Ntege received the team at FUFA House.

‘We are proud of you. This is a young team that competed a very experienced side heading to the AFCON Women Championship in Cameroon later this year. Let us learn from the mistakes made in the match and plan ahead’ said Hussein who talked to the contingent briefly.

Head coach Majidah Nantanda is optimistic that her team will have improved by September for the regional championship.

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July 4, 2016
Grassroots football: Western region welcomes trainers’ course, festival set for Friday at Kakyeka stadium

The Federation of International Football Associations (FIFA) Grassroots coaching course organised by FUFA for Western Region Football Association got underway today at Westlands Hotel, Mbarara.

Thee four day course will end on Thursday and climax with a grassroots football festival at Kakyeka stadium on Friday. The entire FUFA technical department is in Mbarara headed by Asumani Lubowa, Education Officer Jackson Nyiima and National Grassroots football Coordinator Willis Muwanguzi. They will be joined by Hadijah Namuyanja

Govinden Thondoo (standing) taking his class through the morning session at Westland Hotel in Mbarara

Twenty nine (29) participants from the districts that make up Western region football association are taking part in the course whose Instructor is FIFA’s Thondoo Govinden from Mauritius.

During the course, participants will under go theory and practical course units.

The new trainers will be taken on involved in handling young football enthusiasts during Friday’s festival still in Mbarara.

Participants in Mbarara

The function was officially opened on Monday morning by Western Region FA delegate to the Assembly Hajji Abbas Sendyowa. The chairman of the Western Region FA Seka Mutaka also attended.

Ssendyowa noted with gratitude that;

FUFA and FIFA have done a wonderful job in bringing this course and festival to Western Uganda. Our people here, love football. I am very confident the festival will attract many young children to Kakyeka stadium on Friday’

Grassroots football has already been launched in the regions of Kampala and Eastern. After Western, the programme will hit another soccer mad West Nile region.

MAIN: Group photo of participants, Chief Guest Hajji Abbas Ssendyowa and FIFA Instructor Thondoo in Mbarara on Monday morning

July 4, 2016
International friendly: Learning Curve for Nantanda’s Crested Cranes who fell to Kenya in Kisumu

Hosts Kenya Women National team-Harambe Starlets took the better of Uganda Crested Cranes’ lack of international exposure after a long lull to beat their rivals and neighbors 4-0 in an international friendly played at Moi Sports Stadium in Kisumu on Sunday afternoon.

It was the first international match for the Women senior team since Janaury 2012 against Democratic Republic of Congo however three years ago, the U-20 team played South Sudan and left them for dead by scoring 22 goals. Sandra Nabweteme who featured in that fixture against South Sudan was in the starting XI for Crested Cranes in Kisumu.

Christine Wanyana, Fatumah Matovu and an upcoming star player Stella Kaliba were part of teh senior team five years ago. The rest of the players in Kisumu today were representing their country for the first time at senior level.

It was totally a different story for the entire Crested Cranes coming from international wilderness of about five years as FUFA re-organised itself to create a viable structure for women development in Uganda that led to support from FIFA in form of equipment, courses and finances.

Team captains with the match referees of the day before kick-off

The match in Kisumu on Sunday is as a result of hard-work by various stakeholders in Uganda towards women football.

In the match proper, Kenya played like the hosts capitalising on the loose ends of Crested Cranes but Majidah Nantanda’s Ladies were holding on strong till the 16th minute when they conceded a a penalty that was converted by Mary Kinuthia. Just before the break, trouble brewed on the Crested Cranes side as first choice keeper Fatumah Matovu went for a challenge on a Kenyan player but resulted into a foul outside the penalty area which the day’s referee Wanjala did not hesitate in a warding a free kick.

Change had to be made as Joan Nakirya went off to pave way for Ruth Aturo to stand between the posts. She had not had enough time to warm up. Kenya took the lead from a free kick for the score to read 2-0 before they added two more for the match to end 4-0. Mary Kimuthia netted a brace while Wendy Achieng and Esse Akida also got their names on the scoresheet with a goal each.

Hasifah Nassuuna tried out a 40 yarder but went over the bar. Skipper Christine Wanyana showed her vast experience at the back by thwarting the aerial attacks while Shirazi Natasha went off before halftime but was a menace to the Kenyans with her skills and possession of the ball.

‘It was good trial match for the girls. It is a team with skill and talent. We shall go back home and start planning for the next championship in Kampala-CECAFA Women event’ said Majidah Nantanda shortly after the match.

Uganda Crested Cranes players pray before the match in Kisumu against Kenya

FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo said ‘ Let us not look at the result. FUFA has created a pool of players from which the technical side can pick. The league and regional leagues are helping the players. Let’s plan for CECAFA Women championship in September’

With other foreign based players like Jean Sseninde expected to join the team in future from her base in UK, the Crested Cranes will be a team to beat.

‘I am still proud of everyone, the coaches, support team and players for the effort with little time we had to train. I am sure we shall build on that and do better with more support’ said Sseninde who plays for QPR Ladies in the England.

Uganda Crested Cranes head coach, Majidah Nantanda (left) with the Kenya Harambee Starlets head coach, David Ouma at the Moi stadium in Kisumu

July 3, 2016
International Women friendly: Crested Cranes Starting XI against Kenya named

Uganda Crested Cranes head coach Majidah Nantanda has named her starting line up for the international friendly against Kenya at the Moi International Sports Complex in Kisumu this afternoon.

This match will be boradcast live on 102.1 FUFA fm at 3pm.

Starting XI

Fatumah Matovu (GK), Namuddu Viola, Nambirige Christine, Stellah Nassuna Kaliba, Wanyana Christine (Capt), Akiror Tracy, Shirazi Natasha, Nagadya Naume, Nassuuna Hasifah, Nabweteme Sandra, Nakirya Joan

Subs: Aturo Ruth (GK), Namuleme Zainah, Ndagire Racheal, Nalwoga Shakirah, Nakayenze Yudaya, Nakalule Florence, Nakibuuka Asia.

MAIN PHOTO: Shirazi Natasha (M) and Stella Kaliba (R) have been named by head coach Majidah Nantanda (L) on the starting lineup for Crested Cranes by

July 3, 2016
PICTORIAL: Crested Cranes feel the artificial turf in Kisumu ahead of Sunday’s friendly with Kenya

Women football: International Friendly; Kenya vs Uganda

Sunday: 3rd July, 2016 in Kisumu at Moi International Sports Complex (Artificial turf) 4pm

Live on 102.1 FUFA fm

Goalkeeping coach James Magala has done a wonderful job in the absence of Daniel Kiwanuka who was attending a FIFA coaching Course in Njeru. Magala is seen here taking Fatumah Matovu (M) and Ruth Aturo throiugh the drills in Kisumu.

The Uganda National women football team-Crested Cranes players have promised a good performance against Kenya Starlets in an international friendly on Sunday at Moi International Sports stadium in Kisumu.

Training session for Crested Cranes. With the ball is Sandra Nabweteme whose name is on many Kenyans’ lips.

Stella Kaliba Nassuna, the team’s assistant captain, said they are ready for the game, which they will take as seriously as an international qualifier.

‘We are not taking ourselves as underdogs, we are looking at this game as an international game involving two national teams. Our aim of being on the pitch will be to win the match. We respect the Kenyans and we expect them to respect us as well,” Nassuna said.

Crested Cranes captain Christine Wanyana (right) and Joan Nakirya relaxing after training

Kaliba made the remarks while talking to Kenya Media, moments after the team’s early morning light training session on Saturday at Pandpieri primary school, a few meters from the Vittoria Suites, where the team is accommodated.

Kenyan Journalists interviewing Crested Cranes forward Natasha Shirazi (M) after training

Her teammate Sandra Nabweteme, who is known in Kisumu, for being a leading female football star, also promised a win for Uganda.

‘We are ready to offer the best on the pitch’ said Nabweteme.

Crested Cranes players watching the Kenyan Premier League game between Chemelil FC and AFC Leopards with their Kenyan counterparts (in red) seated behind .

Head coach Majida Nantanda is expected to name a strong squad against the Kenyans, who also arrived in Kisumu on Friday morning.

The Crested Cranes had their final traning session at the stadium venue ahead of Sunday’s tie with rivals Kenya. The match kicks off at 3pm EAST and will be broadcast live on 102.1 FUFA fm.

Brainstorming: LOD Agnes Mugena (left) Crested Cranes coach Majida Nantanda ( M)and team captain Christine Wanyana after the training session in Kisumu

L-R: Team Medical Officer for Crested Cranes Beatrice Maleni, LOD Ms. Agnes Mugena, Paul Ssali, bus driver Kabali Ahmed and FUFA Women Delegate Ayub Khalifani

Both sets of players watched the Kenya Premier League match between Chemilil and AFC Leopards won 1-0 by the fromer.

The Kenyan media that attended the training session of the Crested Cranes also got the chance to carry out interviews with the Ugandan players.

The jerseys that will be used in tomorrow’s game-Red for Kenya and White for Uganda

MAIN PHOTO: Crested Cranes players during the warm up session at Moi International Sports Complex in Kisumu on Saturday evening.

July 2, 2016
FIFA-Government meeting to guide NCS over FUFA registration under Trusteeship Act

The National Council of Sports has written to the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) indicating that the meeting between Minister of State for Sports and world soccer governing body FIFA will guide them over the registration of FUFA under the Trusteeship Act.

FIFA has confirmed to FUFA that they will come to Uganda for a meeting on 12th July, 2016 with Minister of State for Sports Hon. Charles Bakkabulindi.

Part of the communication dated 30th June, 2016 and signed by NCS General Secretary Nicholas Muramagi states that;

‘We shall permit for a window grace period lasting up to 16th July, 2016 in which period we expect the engagement with the FIFA delegation to have concluded and a definite way forward determined’

FUFA Spokesperson Ahmed Hussein confirmed the FIFA-Government meeting.

‘The meeting will be a follow up of what has already been discussed between FUFA and Minister of State and Sports. We believe that there will be a clearer picture for NCS and FUFA after the meeting on 12th July, 2016. The laws of the country and FIFA Statutes will guide the meeting on understanding the current situation before FUFA completes its registration under the new sports guidelines’

FUFA has fulfilled all requirements under the new guidelines from NCS by submitting the necessary documents. However there have been concerns raised by FUFA to NCS that registration for the local soccer governing body under the Trusteeship Act contravenes with the FIFA statutes.

July 2, 2016
Crested Cranes arrive in Kenya safely, Match officials named

Uganda National women football side-Crested Cranes has this evening (on Friday) arrived safely in the Kenyan City of Kisumu ahead of the international friendly on Sunday July 3rd at the Moi Sports Complex.

The Ugandan contingent with their Leader of Delegation (Woman representative on the FUFA Executive) Ms. Agnes Mugena were received by Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Vice President Doris Petra and the International Match Orgainsing Committee (IMOC) chairperson Mr. Micheal Ouma among other officials from the host federation.

Leader of Delegation Ms. Agnes Mugena with FKF Vice President Doris Petra

The team was provided with Saturday’s programme which will include light jogging in the morning at 7 O’clock before heading to the match venue to watch a Kenyan Premier league game between Chemelil FC and AFC Leopards. The team will later have the chance to train from the stadium for their only session ahead of Sunday’s encounter.

Hasifah Nassuuna disembark from the bus on arrival in Kisumu

Match officials for Kenya vs Uganda named

Kenya Football Federation communicated to Federation of Uganda Football Associations on the match officials as;

Center Referee: Caroline Wanjala

Assistant Referee I: Mary Anne Njoroge

Assistant Referee II: Caroline Kiles

Reserve Referee: Tabitha Wamboi

Note: These are FIFA referees

Natasha (L) with Tracy Akiror in a deep football discussion

Meanwhile Christine Wanyana was named captain of the Crested Cranes while Stella Nasuna Kaliba is the assistant catain

The team is accomodated at the Vittoria Suites hotel in Kisumu.

More photos from Crested Cranes arrivaks in Kisumu

L-R Crested Cranes players Naome Nagadya, Shakira Hussein Nalwoga and Florence Nakalule taking a selfie.

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Crested Cranes forwards Sandra Nabweteme and Hasifa Nassuuna moving ahead of colleagues Shakira Hussein Nalwoga and Naome Nagadya

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L-R Crested Cranes players Yudaya Nakayenze, Hasifa Nassuuna and Ruth Aturo taking a selfie.

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A reserved Crested Cranes’ player Joan Nakirya in Kisumu

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FUFA Executive member and leader of delegation Agne Mugena (R) consulting with women football delegate to FUFA Assembly Ayub Khalifa on arrival in Kisumu.

July 1, 2016