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Author: Ahmed Marsha

AFCON 2017 Qualifiers: Burkina Faso Vs Uganda match Preview

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AFCON 2017 QUALIFIERS (Group D):

1st Leg: Burkina Faso Vs Uganda – Sat, 26th March 2016 – Bienvenue Au Stade Du 4 – Aout, Ouagadougou (6:00 p.m Local Time, 9 p.m Ugandan Time)

2nd Leg: Uganda Vs Burkina Faso – Tues, 29th March 2016 – Nelson Mandela National Stadium, Kampala (7p.m).

Saturday night provides the crucial plat form that offers a thin wall between character and pedigree when the determined Uganda Cranes plays the Burkina Faso Stallions at the Bienvenue Stade Du 4-Aout arena in the group D AFCON 2017 qualifier.

Just three days later, the two countries will again lock horns at the Nelson Mandela National Stadium, Namboole.

From the time Uganda Cranes team was summoned, head coach Milutin Sredojevic and the technical team have always emphasized the significance of the fixture in the road to Gabon 2017.

‘The double header against Burkina Faso is the fulcrum of this qualification campaign. We have prepared well and the players are willing to give 100% percent’ Micho told www.fufa.co.ug.

There are no injury concerns in the team camp and all the players are willing to give their best.

Team Skipper, Geofrey Massa, who plays professional football with South African Premiership side, Bloemfontein Celtics believes this is Uganda Cranes’ long awaited moment since 1978.

‘We know the value of these two matches. We shall play one by one but with one heart. This is our time’ Massa notes.

The team started training last Friday and entered residential camp on Monday at Sky Hotel Naalya.

Uganda Cranes captain, Geofrey Massa in a previous game at the Nelson Mandela National stadium, Namboole

The final traveling team was named on Wednesday after the session with two Azam Uganda Premier league players, Denis Awanyi and Joseph Ochaya (both KCCA F.C).

The rest of the 16 players on the team are foreign based.

The Cranes left by Ethiopian Airlines early Monday morning, had a brief stop over in Addis Ababa before setting foot in Ouagadougou on Thursday at around 1 p.m.

They then held a last training session conducted at the match day venue at 9 p.m on Friday night.

Burkina Faso head coach Paul Duarte looks to Chelsea young player, Bertrand Traore, Jonathan Pitroipa, Charles Kabore, Abdul Razak Traore and Astride Bance as his key players.

The match will be played at 9 p.m (East African Standard time) at the Bienuvenue Stade Du 4-Aout arena.

Head to Head Record:

Uganda Cranes has played Burkina Faso four times.

There are two draws and each side has won once.

In 2005, Uganda held Burkina Faso to a 2 all draw at Nelson Mandela National Stadium before losing 2-0 in 2-2 in Ouagadougou.

The other draw was the 0-0 stalement in an international build up match.

Uganda Cranes only win over the Stallions came at the 2014 CHAN finals when striker Yunus Sentamu scored an incredible brace in South Africa.

The match will be handled by Egyptian match referees headed by Ghead Grisha as the center referee.

Uganda Cranes Team In Burkina Faso:

Goalkeepers: Dennis Onyango (Mamelodi Sundowns, South Africa), Robert Odongkara (St George, Ethiopia)

Defenders: Denis Iguma (Al-Ahed, Lebanon), Isaac Isinde (St George, Ethiopia), Joseph Ochaya (KCCA, Uganda), Murushid Jjuuko (Simba, Tanzania), Hassan Wasswa Mawanda (Al Shorta, Iraq), Timothy Awanyi (KCCA, Uganda)

Midfielders: Mike Azira (Colorado Rapids, US), Khalid Aucho (Gor Mahia, Kenya), Moses Oloya, Tonny Mawejje (Knattspyrnufélagið Þróttur, Iceland), William Luwagga Kizito (Feirense, Portugal), Godfrey Walusimbi (Gor Mahia), Farouk Miya (Standard Liege, Belgium)

Forwards: Geofrey Massa (Bloemfontein Celtics, South Africa), Emmanuel Okwi (Sonderjsyke, Denmark), Hamis ‘Diego’ Kiiza (Simba, Tanzania)

Burkina Faso Team:

Abdoulaye Soulama (Hearts of Oak, Ghana), Daouda Diakite (Free State Stars FC, (South Africa), Koffi Kouakou (ASEC d’Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire), Bakary Kone (Olympique Lyonnais, France), Yago Steeve (Toulouse, France), Abdoul Aziz Kabore ( Valenciennes, France), Bakary Sare (Guimarães, Portugal), Abdoul Razak Traore Konyaspor (Turkey), Alain Traore (Lorient FC, (France), Aristide Bance (Chippa United, South Africa), Charles Kabore (FC Krasnodar, Russia), Bakary Kone (Dibba Al Fujayira, UAE), Jonathan Zongo (Almeria, Spain), Yacouba Mando (Kozaf, Burkina Faso), Issouf Dayo (RC Berkane, Morocco), Préjuce Nakoulma (Mersin Idmanyurdu Sport Klubu, Turkey), Issa Gouo (ASFA, Ghana), Jonathan Pitroipa (AL Nasr, Dubai), Bertrand Traore (Chelsea, England), Patrick Malo (JS Kabylie, Algéria), Adama Guira ( Sonderjyske (Denmark), Cyrille Bayala (Daklyeh, Egypt), Cyrille Kpan (USFA (Burkina Faso), Yacouba Coulibaly (RCB, Burkina Faso) and Banou Diawara ( JS Kabylie, Algéria)

Referee Grisha Ghead during the 2013 Orange Africa Cup of Nations Finals football match between Zambia and Nigeria at the Mbombela Stadium, Nelspruit on 25 January 2013. He will be center referee as Burkina Faso hosts Uganda in Ouagadougou. ©Gavin Barker/BackpagePix

Match Officials:

Match Referee: Ghead Grisha (Egypt)

Assistant Referee 1: Tahssen Abo El Sadat Bedyer (Egypt)

Assistant Referee 2: Ahmed Taha Hossam (Egypt)

Reserve Referee: Mahmoud Zakria El Banna (Egypt)

Commissioner: Jammeh E.K Bojang (Gambia)

March 26, 2016
FUFA joins family in special prayers for Abel Dhaira

Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) joined hundreds of football fans from around Busoga region and all over the country at the residence of Bright Dhaira, father of Abel Dhaira who is battling cancer in Iceland for a prayer moment in Walukuba, Jinja.

FUFA was ably represented Execuitve Committee members 2nd Vice President Darius Mugoye, Head of Security Sam Lwere and Jinja Municipal Council Football club Director Muhammed Faiza.

The afternoon prayers were also accompanied by cancer awareness campign supporting the family financially and a proposal to initiate an Abel Dhaira cancer foundation which was blessed by FUFA.

Mr. Mugoye, representing the FUFA President, Eng. Moses Magogo who is with the Uganda Cranes in Burkina Faso thanked Walukuba for producing footballers to the various National teams.

The FUFA President is with the family spiritually though he is in Burkina Faso. He will visit the family upon return. FUFA has pledged $1000 to the family because Abel Dhaira has been a gallant servant to the team over the years.

Hajji Siraji Nkendembi pledged 600.000/- to the fundraising drive and proposed to organise an Abel Dhaira football tournament.

Muhammed Faizal of JMC Hippos pledged 1,000,000/- (One Million Shillings). Member of Parliament Hon. Paul Mwiru, also pledged 1 million shillings to the family.

Some of the people who attended the special prayers for Abel Dhaira on Good Friday at Walukuba, Jinja Town

Mugoye told the gathering that FUFA is making all endeavors to professionalize the league and improve on the welfare of the players.

He also revealed that FUFA is looking forward to improve on Walukuba football field, a home that has baby seated millions of Uganda’s unquestionable talents.

FUFA has prepared special T-shirts for players to wear before warm up of the AFCON qualifier against Burkina Faso on Tuesday night at Namboole stadium as a way of gratitude and togetherness with the ailing footballer.

Other prominent personalities who attended the prayers included coaches Sam Simbwa, George Nsimbe, retired and active players and famous preacher Pastor Moses Ssemambo.

MAIN PHOTO: FUFA 2nd Vice President Darius Mugoye addressing the congregation in Walukuba during a special day of prayers for Aebl Dhaira on Good Friday.

PHOTO CREDITS: FUFA Communications Department

March 26, 2016
Burkina Faso Vs Uganda: The Cranes conduct last training session

#MUJJETULUMBE:

AFCON 2017 QUALIFIERS (Group D):

1st Leg: Burkina Faso Vs Uganda – Sat, 26th March 2016 – Bienvenue Au Stade Du 4 – Aout, Ouagadougou (9 p.m Ugandan Time)

2nd Leg: Uganda Vs Burkina Faso – Tues, 29th March 2016 – Nelson Mandela National Stadium, Kampala (7p.m).

The Uganda Cranes conducted their final training session on Friday night at the Bienvenue Au Stade Du 4 – Aout in Ouagadougou.

During the training head coach Milutin ‘Micho’Sredojevic tried out his tactical plans for the game.

Bienavenue Au Stade Du 4 Aout that will host the match on Saturday night

FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo, Head of Delegation Rogers Byamukama, KCCA FC Julius Kabugo and Yazid Mugaga, the lucky fan who sent most messages at the Airtel FUFA Awards also watched the Uganda Cranes last training.

Team captain, Geofrey Massa as hassured millions of Uganda Cranes fans backhome and all over the world of a spirited display.

Uganda Cranes assistant coach Moses Basena, with two players Tonny Mawejje (middle) and Godfrey ‘Jajja Walu’ Walusimbi

Midfielder Khalid Aucho who plays professional football with Kenyan giants, Gor Mahia football club

Team captain, Geofrey Massa in the night training session with the rest of the teammates. Looking on is KCCA F.C’s youngster, Timothy Awanyi

Midfielder cum defender Hassan Wasswa Mawanda during training

‘We shall work out as a unit. We have the belief this is our time’ Massa assured www.fufa.co.ug.

L-R: FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo, FUFA Executive committee member, Rogers Byamukama, KCCA F.C Chairman Julius Kabugo and Yazid Mugagga, the lucky fan watch the Uganda Cranes train at the Bienavenue Stade Du 4- Aout in the Burkina Faso capital, Ouagadougou

The match starts at 9 p.m, East African standard time.

The Cranes will play Burkina Faso in the group AFCON 2017 qualifiers on Saturday and then on Tuesday at Nelson Mandela National stadium, Namboole.

The team is accommodated at Palace Hotels.

Uganda Cranes Team in Burkina Faso:

Goalkeepers: Dennis Onyango (Mamelodi Sundowns, South Africa), Robert Odongkara (St George, Ethiopia)

Defenders: Denis Iguma (Al-Ahed, Lebanon), Isaac Isinde (St George, Ethiopia), Joseph Ochaya (KCCA, Uganda), Murushid Jjuuko (Simba, Tanzania), Hassan Wasswa Mawanda (Al Shorta, Iraq), Timothy Awanyi (KCCA, Uganda)

Midfielders: Mike Azira (Colorado Rapids, US), Khalid Aucho (Gor Mahia, Kenya), Moses Oloya, Tonny Mawejje (Knattspyrnufélagið Þróttur, Iceland), William Luwagga Kizito (Feirense, Portugal), Godfrey Walusimbi (Gor Mahia), Farouk Miya (Standard Liege, Belgium)

Forwards: Geofrey Massa (Bloemfontein Celtics, South Africa), Emmanuel Okwi (Sonderjsyke, Denmark), Hamis ‘Diego’ Kiiza (Simba, Tanzania)

Officials:

Head of Delegation: Rogers Byamukama (FUFA Executive Committee Member)

Head coach: Milutin Sredojevic

Assistant Coach: Moses Basena

Goalkeeping Coach: Fred Kajoba

Team Doctor: Dr Ronald Kisolo

Team Physio: Ivan Ssewanyana

Media Officer: Farid Mpagi

March 26, 2016
FUFA Big League: Paidha Black Angels pip Onduparaka in West Nile Derby

The match between Zombo’s Paidha Black Angels and Arua’s Onduparaka football clubs had been the talk of the town for days until the former won 1-0 in an exciting Elgon group FUFA Big league game played on Thursday.

Experienced striker Abram Ogussi who had fruitful stints at Police F.C and Mbale Heores football club scored the lone strike on the day after 23 minutes in a well cheered match.

The match was played at the Bar Okoro play ground amidst a mammoth gathering that had spectators from near and as far as the neighboring countries – DR Congo and South Sudan.

In the other matches, Kireka United held Proline to non-scoring draw at the Namboole outside play ground.

Ndejje University and CRO played to a goal-less draw at the Namanyoni play ground in Mbale.

Hope Doves defeated Masaka based Synergy 1-0 at the Mutesa II stadium, Wankulukuku.

The FUFA Big league returns on Friday with one game when Baza Holdings plays host to Water F.C at the Kawempe Muslim Secondary school play ground.

24^th March 2016 Results:
Kireka United F.C 0-0 Proline F.C – Namboole Outside Ground

Kirinya – Jinja S.S Vs Entebbe F.C – Jinja S.S Play Ground (Aborted in the 79th minute due to crowd interference with Jinja S.S lead) – FUFA Competitions committee will pronounce itself on the matter after studying the referees’ report

Hope Doves F.C 1-0 Synergy F.C – Wankulukuku Stadium

Sun City F.C 1-0 Wakiso United F.C – Nyakasanga Stadium, Kasese

Elgon Group:

Busia Fisheries F.C 1-2 Boma Young F.C – Busia Intergrated Primary School

CRO F.C 0-0 Ndejje University F.C – Namanyonyi CRO Ground

Paidha Black Angels F.C 1-0 Onduparaka F.C – Bar Okoro, Zombo

Next Fixtures:

Friday, 25th March 2016:

Baza Holdings F.C Vs Water F.C – Kawempe Muslim play ground

Saturday, 26^th March 2016:

Busia Fisheries F.C Vs Ndejje University F.C – Busia Intergrated Primary School

March 25, 2016
Uganda Cranes land safely in Burkina Faso, ready for the match
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AFCON 2017 QUALIFIERS (Group D):
- 1st Leg: Burkina Faso Vs Uganda – Sat, 26th March 2016 – Ouagadougou
- 2nd Leg: Uganda Vs Burkina Faso – Tues, 29th March 2016 – Kampala
After leaving the team base at Sky Hotel, Naalya to Entebbe International Airport on Wednesday night, the Uganda Cranes team contingent arrived safely in Burkina Faso on Thursday afternoon.

The team was received by Rogers Byamukama who headed the FUFA advance party to help make thorough preparations for the Cranes team.

Farid Mpagi, the team’s media officer confirmed the team arrival;

“We traveled safely at 1 p.m (local time) with the Ethiopian Airlines from Entebbe Airport, had a stop over in Addis Ababa before connecting to Ouagadougou” Mpagi noted.

The Uganda Cranes left Entebbe International Airport on Thursday early morning aboard Ethiopian Airlines.

The Cranes will play Burkina Faso in the group AFCON 2017 qualifiers on Saturday and then on Tuesday at Nelson Mandela National stadium, Namboole.

The team is accommodated at Palace Hotels.

Uganda Cranes Team in Burkina Faso:

Goalkeepers: Dennis Onyango (Mamelodi Sundowns, South Africa), Robert Odongkara (St George, Ethiopia)

Defenders: Denis Iguma (Al-Ahed, Lebanon), Isaac Isinde (St George, Ethiopia), Joseph Ochaya (KCCA, Uganda), Murushid Jjuuko (Simba, Tanzania), Hassan Wasswa Mawanda (Al Shorta, Iraq), Timothy Awanyi (KCCA, Uganda)

Midfielders: Mike Azira (Colorado Rapids, US), Khalid Aucho (Gor Mahia, Kenya), Moses Oloya, Tonny Mawejje (Knattspyrnufélagið Þróttur, Iceland), William Luwagga Kizito (Feirense, Portugal), Godfrey Walusimbi (Gor Mahia), Farouk Miya (Standard Liege, Belgium)

Forwards: Geofrey Massa (Bloemfontein Celtics, South Africa), Emmanuel Okwi (Sonderjsyke, Denmark), Hamis ‘Diego’ Kiiza (Simba, Tanzania)

Officials:

Head of Delegation: Rogers Byamukama

Head coach: Milutin Sredojevic

Assistant Coach: Moses Basena

Goalkeeping Coach: Fred Kajoba

Team Doctor: Dr Ronald Kisolo

Team Physio: Ivan Ssewanyana
March 24, 2016
Uganda vs Burkina: Government extends financial support to FUFA
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AFCON 2017 QUALIFIERS (Group D):

Tuesday, 29th March 2016

Uganda Vs Burkina Faso

Nelson Mandela National Stadium, Kampala, 7 p.m

Charges: 20,000/- (Ordinary), 50,000/- (VIP), 120,000/- (VVIP)

The President of the Republic of Uganda HE Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has extended financial assistance of UGX 300M as partial contribution towards Uganda Cranes for the two matches against Burkina Faso in the 2017 AFCON Qualifying campaign.

The support comes in as a timely boost to the National team which flew out of the country last night to Ouagadougou for Saturday’s qualifier before they return home for another fixture to complete the double header action against the same opponent.

Although there still a financial deficit of the budget for the two matches, the funds received will ease financial pressure but Government has promised to give more support to FUFA towards the two fixtures.

‘HE The President has keen interest and is a number one supporter of the Uganda Cranes. FUFA is extremely delighted for the timely support’ said FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo

‘The financial support will galvanise our preparations.’ added Magogo.

Uganda Cranes tops Group D with six points. Government support towards the Uganda Cranes in the last two years has seen the team post very good results including back to back wins against Togo in the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia Qualifiers.

Discounted Tickets:
- 15,000/- for students (pilot project at MUBS, MUK)
- If some one buys ten (10) tickets at once of the 50,000/- category, he/she will pay 400,000/-
Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) has introduced two hot lines upon which fans seeking ticket delivery at their different locations will be handled with utmost customer care.

The initiative which starts with the AFCON 2017 qualifier between Uganda Cranes and Burkina Faso is aimed at taking services closer to the fans whose work schedules can not allow them to go and purchase tickets during the international matches.

Fans will be at liberty to make calls for inquiries of the new ticket sales services.

This initiative also takes care of the money transfer services (Airtel Money & Mobile Money).

The numbers are;

Airtel Money: 0758-824209

Mobile Money: 0787-608104

FUFA Spokesperson Ahmed Hussein says; ‘We believe the fans will enjoy the service as this helps us get more closer to the fans’.

The services take immediate effect as tickets are already on the market.

Ordinary tickets go for 20,000/=, VIP tickets cost 50,000/= and VVIP tickets cost 120,000/= each.

TICKET SELLING POINTS:

SHELL:
- Shell Kabalagala
- Shell Malindi (Kibuye)
- Shell Bugolobi
- Shell Kireka
- Shell Capital (Kampala Road)
- Shell Lugogo By -pass
- Shell Kalerwe
- Shell Jinja Road (Kitgum House)
TOTAL:
- Nateete
- Arua Park
- City Centre (Opposite Uganda House)
- Kireka
- Bweyogerere
- Kajjansi
- Nakivubo
- Bwaise
AIRTEL SHOPS:
- Shoprite – Ben Kiwanuka Street
- Bweyogerere
- Plaza Building, Jinja Road (opposite KCB Bank)
KOBIL:
- Kobil Kawempe
- Kobil Kasubi
- Kobil Jinja Town
- Kansanga
GAPCO:
- Ben Kiwanuka Street
CITY OIL:
- Namirembe Road
- Martin Road
- Bombo Road
- Kamwokya
- Nakawa
- City Tyres 6th Street
OTHER OUTLETS:
- Hard Ware World Ntinda
- Deco Deliveries (0706 210 845)
- In Jinja Town- (Makubuya Enterprises Shop)
- Mukono City Shoppers Supermarket
- FUFA sports shop-at FUFA House
- Boulevard Building Kampala Road -Dellar Attractions
- FUFA Sports Shop at FUFA House
- NIC Head Office, Kampala
- Eco Petrol Bweyogerere
March 24, 2016
Uganda Vs Burkina Faso: Hot lines for ticket deliveries
#MUJJETULUMBE:

AFCON 2017 QUALIFIERS (Group D):

Tuesday, 29th March 2016

Uganda Vs Burkina Faso

Nelson Mandela National Stadium, Kampala, 7 p.m

Charges: 20,000/- (Ordinary), 50,000/- (VIP), 120,000/- (VVIP)

Discounted Tickets for Students

Discounted Tickets:
- 15,000/- for students (pilot project at MUBS, MUK)
- If some one buys ten (10) tickets at once of the 50,000/- category, he/she will pay 400,000/-
Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) has introduced two hot lines upon which fans seeking ticket delivery at their different locations will be handled with utmost customer care.

The initiative which starts with the AFCON 2017 qualifier between Uganda Cranes and Burkina Faso is aimed at taking services closer to the fans whose work schedules can not allow them to go and purchase tickets during the international matches.

Fans will be at liberty to make calls for inquiries of the new ticket sales services.

This initiative also takes care of the money transfer services (Airtel Money & Mobile Money).

The numbers are;

Airtel Money: 0758-824209

Mobile Money: 0787-608104

FUFA Spokesperson Ahmed Hussein says; ‘We believe the fans will enjoy the service as this helps us get more closer to the fans’.

The services take immediate effect as tickets are already on the market.

Ordinary tickets go for 20,000/=, VIP tickets cost 50,000/= and VVIP tickets cost 120,000/= each.

TICKET SELLING POINTS:

SHELL:
- Shell Kabalagala
- Shell Malindi (Kibuye)
- Shell Bugolobi
- Shell Kireka
- Shell Capital (Kampala Road)
- Shell Lugogo By -pass
- Shell Kalerwe
- Shell Jinja Road (Kitgum House)
TOTAL:
- Nateete
- Arua Park
- City Centre (Opposite Uganda House)
- Kireka
- Bweyogerere
- Kajjansi
- Nakivubo
- Bwaise
AIRTEL SHOPS:
- Shoprite – Ben Kiwanuka Street
- Bweyogerere
- Plaza Building, Jinja Road (opposite KCB Bank)
KOBIL:
- Kobil Kawempe
- Kobil Kasubi
- Kobil Jinja Town
- Kansanga
GAPCO:
- Ben Kiwanuka Street
CITY OIL:
- Namirembe Road
- Martin Road
- Bombo Road
- Kamwokya
- Nakawa
- City Tyres 6th Street
OTHER OUTLETS:
- Hard Ware World Ntinda
- In Jinja Town- (Makubuya Enterprises Shop)
- Mukono City Shoppers Supermarket
- FUFA sports shop-at FUFA House
- Boulevard Building Kampala Road -Dellar Attractions
- FUFA Sports Shop at FUFA House
- NIC Head Office, Kampala
- Eco Petrol Bweyogerere
March 23, 2016
Burkina Faso Vs Uganda: The Cranes traveling team

AFCON 2017 QUALIFIERS (GROUP D):

1ST LEG: BURKINA FASO VS UGANDA – Saturday, 26th March 2016 (9 p.m in Uganda, 7 p.m in Burkina Faso)

RETURN LEG: UGANDA Vs BURKINA FASO – Tuesday, 29th March 2016 (Nelson Mandela National Stadium, Namboole) – 7 p.m

FUFA President, Eng. Moses Magogo greets Farouk Miya before the training session at Namboole Stadium

The final traveling Uganda Cranes team to Burkina Faso has been named on Wednesday afternoon after training at the Nelson Mandela National stadium, Namboole.

Left to Right: Aucho Khalid, Moses Oloya and goalkeeper Denis Onyango

They will leave Entebbe International Airport at Midnight aboard Ethiopian Airlines with a stop over at Addis Ababa Airport.

Traveling Team:

Goalkeepers: Dennis Onyango (Mamelodi Sundowns, South Africa), Robert Odongkara (St George, Ethiopia)

Defenders: Denis Iguma (Al-Ahed, Lebanon), Isaac Isinde (St George, Ethiopia), Joseph Ochaya (KCCA, Uganda), Murushid Jjuuko (Simba, Tanzania), Hassan Wasswa Mawanda (Al Shorta, Iraq), Timothy Awanyi (KCCA, Uganda)

Midfielders: Mike Azira (Colorado Rapids, US), Khalid Aucho (Gor Mahia, Kenya), Moses Oloya, Tonny Mawejje (Knattspyrnufélagið Þróttur, Iceland), William Luwagga Kizito (Feirense, Portugal), Godfrey Walusimbi (Gor Mahia)

Forwards: Geofrey Massa (Bloemfontein Celtics, South Africa), Emmanuel Okwi (Sonderjsyke, Denmark), Hamis ‘Diego’ Kiiza (Simba, Tanzania) and Farouk Miya (Standard Liege, Belgium)

March 23, 2016
Uganda Cranes players join hands in support of Dhaira

Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) and the Uganda Cranes players have planned something special for Abel Dhaira who is down with cancer.

The world was treated to shocking news when goalkeeper Dhaira, now based in Iceland was diagnosed with abdominal cancer.

FUFA will communicate to the Uganda Cranes players to collectively dedicated the double header against Burkina Faso to the talented goalkeeper who previously played at Express, URA, Simba (Tanzania) and two stints at IBV Vestmannaeyjar in Iceland Premier league.

FUFA Spokesperson Ahmed Hussein said;

We are saddened by Dhaira’s current Situation.

We remain hopeful the Lord in Heaven will heal him.

Uganda Cranes players will don special T-shirts before warmup wishing him a quick recovery.

As the Uganda Cranes family, we pray with humbleness that Abel Dhaira gets well soon.

Dhaira hails from a sporting family in Walukuba, Jinja and his father Bright Dhaira is also a former Uganda Cranes international now at BUL FC goal keeping coach.

March 23, 2016
#MujjeTulumbe: Lucky fan Yazid Mugagga to accompany Uganda Cranes in Burkina Faso
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AFCON 2017 QUALIFIERS (Group D):

Tuesday, 29th March 2016

Uganda Vs Burkina Faso

Nelson Mandela National Stadium, Kampala, 7 p.m

Charges: 20,000/- (Ordinary), 50,000/- (VIP), 120,000/- (VVIP)

Discounted Tickets:
- 15,000/- for students (pilot project at MUBS, MUK)
- If some one buys ten (10) tickets at once of the 50,000/- category, he/she will pay 400,000/-
When the Uganda Cranes fly out of the country to Burkina Faso in the early hours of Thursday morning, one lucky Uganda Cranes fan, Yazid Mugagga will accompany the team.

Mugagga, 40, was the lucky winner of the slot as pledged by FUFA when fans were tasked to send sms’ in the run to the Airtel – FUFA Awards gala last year.

Mugagga who predicted Farouk Miya as the winner told the media during the weekly press conference at Mengo, he is excited by the offer.

I feel happy for having won the trip.

I sent about 135 sms messages. I did not know i would win but it is the glory of ALLAH.

It is not my first time to fly out of the country but it presents the opportunity

Mugagga will travel with the Uganda Cranes on Thursday morning aboard Ethiopian Airlines on all expenses paid for trip.

‘I will support Uganda Cranes and i wish we beat Burkina Faso by three goals home and away’ Mugagga asserted amidst excitement from the members of the media.

Uganda Cranes will have a stop over in Addis Ababa before they finally depart for Burkina Faso where they reach Ouagadougou on Thursday morning at 11 a.m.

MAIN PHOTO: Yazid Mugagga at the FUFA Weekly press conference on Wednesday, 23rd March 2016

PHOTO CREDITS: FUFA Communications Department
March 23, 2016
Women Football: Mama Becca Cup tournament pushed ahead to 8th & 9th April 2016

Mama Becca Women Cup 2016:

8th & 9th April 2016 – Old Kampala Secondary School, Kampala

To avoid undue disruptions due to Uganda Cranes’ engagements in the AFCON 2017 qualifiers, Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) has pushed ahead the Mama Becca women football tournament to the 8th and 9th April 2016.

FUFA Spokesperson, Ahmed Hussein confirmed the postponement on Wednesday during the weekly press conference.

After we held the Mama Becca qualifiers (for the primary schools in eight districts), we were supposed to have the main tournament this coming weekend.

But, because of the busy schedule that involves Uganda Cranes double header against Burkina Faso away and at Namboole on the 29th March 2016, we have pushed the Mama Becca cup to give it all the due attention and respect Mama Becca Kazibwe, an ardent of football fan and women football in particular deserves.

The tournament will run for two days with teams in the Primary section, secondary catergory and clubs at Old Kampala Secondary school play ground in Kampala central.

Entebbe District primary schools’ qualifiers at Lake Victoria Primary school in Entebbe

Last weekend, eight districts conducted their qualifiers from which the best three teams per district qualified for the main finals in the primary section.

Glittering prizes, medals, awards to exceling and exmplary players as well as various cash prizes await the winners courtesy of Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA).

Ntinda Primary School pupils receive their trophy from FUFA Executive committee member, Agnes Agena. Ntinda Primary School won the Nakawa District qualifiers

Successful teams per District (Primary Schools Catergory):

NAKAWA DIVISION: NTINDA PS, ST KIZITO PS, ST JAMES

MAKINDYE DIVISION: GABA PS, KISUGU PS , MILITARY PS

KAWEMPE DIVISION: JOLLY PS, ST MARTIN, GODWINS

RUBAGA DIVISION: KITEBI PS, MIREMBE INFANT PS, KCC BUSEGA PS

CENTRAL DIVISION: CHILDREN’S CORNER PS, NAKIVUBO SETTLEMENT , SHIMON

ENTEBBE MUNICIPALITY: TAGY PS, MARINE BASE PS, NSAMIZI PS

IGANGA; NAMALEMBAP/S,MWANDA FOUNDATION
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MAIN PHOTO: Primary school girls play the beautiful game during the Nakawa District qualifiers on 11th March 2016

PHOTO CREDITS: FUFA Communciations Department

March 23, 2016
AFCON 2017 Qualifiers: Football legend Kanu will watch Uganda Cranes against Burkina Faso
#MUJJETULUMBE:

AFCON 2017 QUALIFIERS (Group D):

Tuesday, 29th March 2016

Uganda Vs Burkina Faso

Nelson Mandela National Stadium, Kampala, 7 p.m

Charges: 20,000/- (Ordinary), 50,000/- (VIP), 120,000/- (VVIP)

Discounted Tickets:
- 15,000/- for students (pilot project at MUBS, MUK)
- If some one buys ten (10) tickets at once of the 50,000/- category, he/she will pay 400,000/-
Football Arsenal and Nigerian striker, Nwankwo Kanu, now UNICEF and Star Times brand ambassador will watch Uganda Cranes host Burkina Faso on Tuesday, 29th March 2016.

This was confirmed by the Star Times Vice President Marketing Aldrine Nsubuga during a press conference at FUFA House, Mengo in Kampala on Wednesday morning.

Nsubuga told the media;

It was planned Nwanko Kanu was due to visit Uganda.

When he learnt that Uganda Cranes play Burkina Faso on Tuesday, 29th March 2016, he requested that the visit is brought forward so that he could watch the game and support the Uganda Cranes.

Kanu, a FIFA U-17 World Cup champion, two time African footballer of the year winner will also grace KCCA F.C take on Sports Club Villa in the Star Times cup on Wednesday 30th March 2016.

He is expected to visit the Mulago Heart Institute on Thursday, play football with slum children in Mulago and also have special bi-lateral talks with the FUFA President, Eng. Moses Magogo.

Kanu arrives on 29th March 2016 at 1:30 p.m and a special press conference will be held at the Entebbe International Airport before he travels to Nelson Mandela National stadium for the night game.

This will be the second time that Kanu comes to Uganda having traveled to Kampala with the Nigerian team that lost to Uganda in the 2008 AFCON qualifiers.

MAIN PHOTO: FUFA Spokesman, Ahmed Hussein (left) and Star Times Vice President, Uganda smiles during the Wednesday press conference at FUFA House in Kampala

PHOTO CREDITS: FUFA Communications Department
March 23, 2016
Burkina Faso Vs Uganda: Cranes camp full, departure time confirmed
#MUJJETULUMBE:

AFCON 2017 QUALIFIERS (Group D):

Tuesday, 29th March 2016

Uganda Vs Burkina Faso

Nelson Mandela National Stadium, Kampala, 7 p.m

Charges: 20,000/- (Ordinary), 50,000/- (VIP), 120,000/- (VVIP)

Discounted Tickets:
- 15,000/- for students (pilot project at MUBS, MUK)
- If some one buys ten (10) tickets at once of the 50,000/- category, he/she will pay 400,000/-
The arrival of US based Mike Azira and South African based goalkeeper, Denis Onyango means Uganda Cranes base at Sky Hotel, Naalya is full.

The duo is expected to join the rest of the players in training for the last session on Wednesday evening.

Team departure is early Thursday at mid-night.

FUFA Spokesperson, Ahmed Hussein told the media during a press conference that the final team will be named by coach Micho after the Wednesday evening session.

‘When the traveling team is released, they are expected to leave Kampala for Entebbe International Airport at around 10 p.m on Wednesday night. They will depart Entebbe minutes after mid-night with Ethiopian Airlines’ Ahmed said.

Ahmed Hussein addressing the media on Wednesday morning at FUFA House in Mengo, Kampala

The Cranes advance team led by Rogers Byamukama is already in Burkina Faso to prepare for team preparations.

Uganda Cranes Team In Camp:

Goalkeepers: Dennis Onyango (Mamelodi Sundowns, South Africa), Robert Odongkara (St George, Ethiopia), James Alitho (Vipers, Uganda), Salim Jamal (El Merriekh, Sudan)

Defenders: Denis Iguma (Al-Ahed, Lebanon), Isaac Isinde (St George, Ethiopia), Joseph Nsubuga (Bright Stars, Uganda), Joseph Ochaya (KCCA, Uganda), Denis Okot Oola (KCCA, Uganda), Isaac Muleme (SC Villa, Uganda), Murushid Jjuuko (Simba, Tanzania), Hassan Wasswa Mawanda (Al Shorta, Iraq), Timothy Awanyi (KCCA, Uganda), Bernard Muwanga (Bright Stars, Uganda)

Midfielders: Mike Azira (Colorado Rapids, US), Khalid Aucho (Gor Mahia, Kenya), Moses Oloya, Yassar Mugerwa (Orlando Pirates, South Africa), Tonny Mawejje (Knattspyrnufélagið Þróttur, Iceland), William Luwagga Kizito (Feirense, Portugal), Mike Sserumaga (SC Villa, Uganda), Godfrey Walusimbi (Gor Mahia), Farouk Miya (Standard Liege, Belgium)

Forwards: Geofrey Massa (Bloemfontein Celtics, South Africa), Emmanuel Okwi (Sonderjsyke, Denmark), Erisa Ssekisambu (Vipers, Uganda), Hamis ‘Diego’ Kiiza (Simba, Tanzania), Ceasar Okhuti (KCCA, Uganda), Edrisa Lubega (Proline, Uganda)
March 23, 2016
Uganda Vs Burkina Faso: Match day tickets go on market
#MUJJETULUMBE:

AFCON 2017 QUALIFIERS (Group D):

Tuesday, 29th March 2016

Uganda Vs Burkina Faso

Nelson Mandela National Stadium, Kampala, 7 p.m

Charges: 20,000/- (Ordinary), 50,000/- (VIP), 120,000/- (VVIP)

Discounted Tickets:
- 15,000/- for students (pilot project at MUBS, MUK)
- 50,000/-ticket category;Buy 8 and get 2 extra tickets of this category at 400,000/-
The discounted match tickets of Ug.shs 15,000/= for students. They are on the market effective Wednesday, 23rd March 2016 to 27th March 2016.

The match day tickets for Uganda versus Burkina Faso are already on the market at various selling destinations.

The ticket selling points have been released by the FUFA Marketing department.

‘Fans are advised to buy genuine match tickets early enough to avoid the last minute rash, at only the named official selling points’ Esther Musoke, the FUFA Marketing Manager cautions.

Ordinary tickets go for 20,000/=, VIP tickets cost 50,000/= and VVIP tickets cost 120,000/= each.

SHELL:
- Shell Kabalagala
- Shell Malindi (Kibuye)
- Shell Bugolobi
- Shell Kireka
- Shell Capital (Kampala Road)
- Shell Lugogo By -pass
- Shell Kalerwe
- Shell Jinja Road (Kitgum House)
TOTAL:
- Nateete
- Arua Park
- City Centre (Opposite Uganda House)
- Kireka
- Bweyogerere
- Kajjansi
- Nakivubo
- Bwaise
AIRTEL SHOPS:
- Shoprite – Ben Kiwanuka Street
- Bweyogerere
- Plaza Building, Jinja Road (opposite KCB Bank)
KOBIL:
- Kobil Kawempe
- Kobil Kasubi
- Kobil Jinja Town
- Kansanga
GAPCO:
- Ben Kiwanuka Street
CITY OIL:
- Namirembe Road
- Martin Road
- Bombo Road
- Kamwokya
- Nakawa
- City Tyres 6th Street
OTHER OUTLETS:
- Hard Ware World Ntinda
- In Jinja Town- (Makubuya Enterprises Shop)
- Mukono City Shoppers Supermarket
- FUFA sports shop-at FUFA House
- Boulevard Building Kampala Road -Dellar Attractions
- FUFA Sports Shop at FUFA House
- NIC Head Office, Kampala
- Eco Petrol Bweyogerere
March 23, 2016
Burkina Faso Vs Uganda: Five more players boost Cranes’ camp
#MUJJETULUMBE

AFCON 2017 QUALIFIERS (Group D)

26th March 2016: Burkina Faso Vs Uganda – Ouagadougou

29th March 2016: Uganda Vs Burkina Faso – Nelson Mandela National Stadium, Namboole

Match Tickets : 20, 000/= (Ordinary), 50,000/= (VIP) & 120,000/= (VVIP)

Discounted Tickets:
- 15,000/- for students (pilot project at MUBS, MUK)
- If some one buys ten (10) tickets at once of the 50,000/- category, he/she will pay 400,000/-
Uganda Cranes camp has been boosted by five more players on Tuesday evening.

Portuguese based William Luwagga Kizito at Nelson Mandela National Stadium, Namboole on Tuesday evening.

Farouk Miya, Isaac Isinde, Emmanuel Okwi, William Luwagga Kizito and goalkeeper Robert Odongkara reported to the team’s training on Tuesday evening.

Deadly Trio: Left to Right – Emmanuel Okwi, Mike Sserumaga and team captain, Geofrey Massa enter the field of play

Now only two players of the full summoned squad are yet to report to the team camp – goalkeeper Dennis Onyango and Mike Azira.

The two players are expected by Tuesday night.

Uganda Cranes players pray before the start of the Tuesday session

The team training resumes on Wednesday at Mandela National Stadium in Namboole.

Uganda Cranes Players in Camp:

James Alitho (G.K), Salim Jamal Magoola (G.K), Robert Odongkara (G.K), Joseph Nsubuga, Bernard Muwanga, Joseph Ochaya, Erisa Sekisambu, Denis Okot, Edrisa Lubega, Denis Iguma, Isaac Isinde Godfrey Walusimbi, Hassan Wasswa Mawanda, Khalid Aucho, Tonny Mawejje, Moses Oloya, William Luwagga Kizito, Farouk Miya, Yassar Mugerwa, Geofrey Massa, Murshid Juuko, Hamis ‘Diego’ Kizza, Emmanuel Okwi, Mike Serumaga, Isaac Muleme, Ceasar Okhuti and Timothy Awanyi
March 22, 2016
Beach Soccer: Goals, excitement continue to rock Lido | Pepsi National League

The ever exciting and thrilling Pepsi National beach soccer league continues to dominate the news waves across the digital, print and electronic world.

Fans across the divide merry make, enjoy the fancy dribbles on the sand, the breathe-taking shots at goal and those acrobatic overhead kicks that truely define the game in its true meaning.

Beach Soccer on the Sandy confines of Lido beach in Entebbe provides the full menu for all.

When Real Galacticos overcame the Stormers 6-4 to take full authority of the Monsoon group, there was much that meets the eye.

Goals from Eddie Kityo, the ever fresh John Revita, Matia Olum, Mutebi Jojo and Saidi Latif ‘s brace helped the Galaticals to a great victory.

Interestingly, all Stormers’ four goals came off the feet of a one Swaibu Kakwaya.

Galacticos now top the Monsoon group table with 20 points while Muteesa I Royal University who earlier in the day beat Real Galacticals 1-0 and Uhuru Titans 5-4 in other fixtures are second on the log with identical points.

‘We are good for the title. We want to finish the regular season on a sound note as we eagerly await the play-offs’ Galacticals’ Abdul Karim Kibalama Alvaro told www.fufa.co.ug.

Pepsi Cheer ladies entice the national beach soccer league

Dalumba International humiliated Kabalagala rangers 5-0 in a completely one sided encounter.

Mathias Kigonya’s brace was supplemented by four individual goals from John Opejo Kokas, Ssenyonjo Muzafar and Geofrey Ojandu.

Meanwhile, St. Lawrence University comfortably top the Hurriken group.

The star sturdded side defeated Kayunga Town Council 10-4.

Striker Emmanuel Kalyowa scored five goals, with the other goals coming from Sulaiman Achero (hat trick), Swalley Kiggundu and the all time beach soccer proven goal scorer, Phillip Rwezawula.

Yusuf Mabingo celebrated a rare strike for Kayunga Town Council with Ibrahim Yusuf scoring a hat-trick for Kayunga.

Kayunga Town Council had won their opening game 4-2 over Talented.

In a rare show of typical fighting spirit, Kampala City All Stars ensured they win their first ever victory since being promoted in the league with a 5-2 victory against Miami Kops 5-2.

The Pepsi National beach soccer league resumes on 10th April 2016.

Uganda Beach Soccer Association (UBSA) is mandated by Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) to win beach soccer in the country.

Away from the usually hectic work schedules over the week, Beach soccer at Lido in Entebbe should be one of the perfect escape routes for some one to relax come 10th April 2016.

MAIN PHOTO: John Revita of Real Galaticals (left) and Stormers’ Swaibu Kakwaya fight for the ball at Lido Beach in Entebbe.

PHOTO CREDITS: FUFA Communications Department

March 22, 2016
Azam Uganda Premier League: Vipers & Police win away from home

Azam Uganda Premier League:

Tuesday Results:

Maroons F.C 0-1 Vipers Sports Club

BUL F.C 2-3 Police F.C

The only two games in the Azam Uganda Premier League played on Tuesday produced six goals.

There were away wins for the league reigning champions, Vipers over bottom placed Maroons in Luzira; and Police F.C over Bul at Kakindu stadium, Jinja.

Vipers won the day 1-0 courtesy of a well taken striker by Uganda Cranes player, Erisa Ssekisambu in the 39th minute of the match relied live on 102.1 FUFA f.m.

Ssekisambu’s goal was a tapped in effort that followed a well delivered free-kick from teenager, Pius ‘Muzei’ Wanji.

Wanji is one of the 36 players recently summoned for the Uganda U-20 team (Hippos) preparing for the CAF U-20 qualifiers against Rwanda early next month.

Vipers now accumulate 34 points to narrow the gap adrift of the table leaders, KCCA to four points.

BUL F.C XI previous line up

Police twice took the lead and were victorious 3-2 at Kakindu over BUL F.C.

March 22, 2016
Communications: Weekly press conference at FUFA House confirmed

FUFA Weekly Press Conference:

Wednesday, 23rd March 2016 – At FUFA House, Mengo – Kampala

Starting 10:00 a.m

Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) communications department has confirmed the weekly press conference will go on this Wednesday (23rd March 2016) as scheduled.

Key communications will be conveyed as regards the Uganda Cranes, FUFA activities and all the updates from other competitions going on at the moment.

Media personnel are advised to keep time.

MAIN PHOTO: Uganda national teams manager, Patrick Ntege (left) consults with FUFA spokesperson Ahmed Hussein during a previous press conference at the FUFA Head-quarters, Mengo in Kampala

PHOTO CREDITS: FUFA Communications Department

March 22, 2016