Federation of International Football Associations (FIFA) President Joseph Sepp Blatter was re-elected to a fifth term of office by the 65th FIFA Congress, held on Friday 29 May at the Hallenstadion in Zurich, Switzerland.
209 FIFA member nations including the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) attended the congress.
FUFA openly expressed overwhelming support for the Blatter re-election and was well represented by the Federation president, Eng.Moses Magogo, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Edgar Watson and the first Vice President, Justus Mugisha.
FUFA President, Eng. Moses Magogo (center) flanked by the first Vice President, Justus Mugisha (left) and The Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Edgar Watson at the 65th Congress in Zurich
Blatter, a Swiss national was declared winner after the withdraw of Prince Ali Bin Al-Hussein from the poll prior to the second of voting.
By the first round, which Blatter was leading comfortably, 133 votes to 73, neither of the two candidates had gained a third of the votes in the first round as required by FIFA statutes.
FIFA secretary general, Jerome Valcke announced a repeat of elections but Prince Ali Bin Al Hussein gave up, granting Blatter outright victory.
Mr. Blatter, 79, was quick to praise his challenger shortly after the election;
First of all I would like to give compliments and express gratitude to Prince Ali. Because he was a challenger and he has obtained a very good result. He could have said ‘no, let’s go further and perhaps I would have received more votes. But I thank you for accepting me for the next four years. I will be in command of this boat called Fifa and we will bring it back to shore.
Next year’s FIFA Congress will take place in Mexico City, on 12 and 13 May 2016.
Uganda Kobs Vs Rwanda U-23 – Nakivubo War Memorial Stadium
Sat, 30th May 2015 (4 p.m)
[Uganda leads 2-1 on aggregate]
Live on 102.1 FUFA f.m
There just hours left to the much awaited return leg of the CAF U-23 Championship qualifier between hosts, Uganda and Rwanda at Nakivubo War Memorial Stadium on Saturday.
The Ugandan team has been camping at the African Bible University in Lubowa, along Entebbe road.
Despite the Friday afternoon down pour in Kampala and the surrounding areas, the team still managed to train at Lubowa for the last session.
The Ugandan camp was boosted by the timely arrival of teenager, Yunus Sentamu, who plays for CS Safien in Tunisia.
Rwanda Team players warm up at Nakivubo Stadium on Friday eveningRwanda perhaps trained at Nakivubo stadium as mandated by the CAF rules and regulations.
The match referees to handle the game from Sudan also had some training session at Nakivubo after they had inspected the stadium.
Sudanese referees inspect the Nakivubo Stadium on Friday
Rwanda is accommodated at Hotel Africana in Kampala.
The match commissioner, Mohamed Omar Abubakar Yusuf from Kenya (left) with the FUFA Spokesman, Ahmed Hussein
Referees for Africa U-23 Championship Qualifier Uganda vs Rwanda 30th May, 2015
Sabri Mohamed Fadul –Referee (Sudan)
Mustafa Ibrahim M. Medany-Assistant Referee I (Sudan)
Yousif Eltirafi Saeed Idris – Assistant Referee II (Sudan)
Hafiz Abdelghani Alamen – Reserve Referee (Sudan)
Mohamed Omar Abubakar Yusuf (Kenya) – Match Commissioner
MAIN PHOTO: The Kobs players training at the African Bible University, Lubowa
Once again in the acts of malice, opportunity to extort, lack of professionalism and ethics, Mr. Katongole Kiwanuka of the Red Pepper and his accomplices have deliberately championed the agenda to malign the person of the FUFA President in a story whose headline ‘Narrow Escape’ on the back page of the Red Pepper (Thursday 28th May, 2015) has neither any connection with the content nor close to the truth.
FUFA is aware of this agenda every time there is an international game coming up that such headlines are positioned to disillusion the players, coaches, the fans, the sponsors, the Government and the entire football stake holding public. It is a new vice that every right thinking person must condemn.
FUFA therefore wishes to assure the public that the FUFA Delegation led by the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo, including the 1st Vice President Justus Mugisha and Chief Executive Officer Edgar Watson are not anywhere connected to the FIFA matters being reported that span from the early 90’s and that the delegation is ready to be part of the proceedings at the FIFA Congress that will culminate into the Presidential elections tomorrow and continue on Saturday 30th May 2015.
Africa U-23 Championship Qualifier Saturday 30th May, 2015
Second round, 2nd leg at 4pm First leg result: Rwanda 1-2 Uganda
Fees: 10,000/- (Open stands) and 20,000/- (Pavilion) at Nakivubo Stadium
Uganda U-23 head coach Milutin ‘Micho’ Sredojevic will be expected to make changes on the right full back position following an injury to Joseph Nsubuga.
The Bright Stars FC player fell awkwardly during training yesterday in Lubowa and twisted his joint on the right foot.
He underwent a scan on the injury which will keep him out for two weeks.
Kobs coach Micho was hoping to use the same player at the right back position after his impressive show against Rwanda in the Africa U-23 Championship in the first leg second round qualifier in Kigali. Kobs won 2-1.
‘As an integral part of our defensive set up, it is a big blow to have him injured but knowing his character, i expect to see him back soon on the pitch. we wish him a quick recovery’ said Micho.
Kobs coach has granted his players a rest this morning but will be back for training in the evening at the Africa Bible University in Lubowa.
Western United remained unbeaten in the FUFA Women Elite League following a 3-1 win over Ajax in Elizabeth group match played today in Rugando, Mbarara. Alupo Norah netted a brace while Alingo Rukia got the other for Western United.
The win has propelled Western United move above She Corporate to the top of the table with 16 points from 8games. She Corporates drop to second position on 14 points.
In Buikwe, home side Buikwe She Red Stars defeated Kakira 7-0 -the identical score recorded in the first round against the same team in Victoria group. Buikwe’s goals were scored by Nagawa Sylvia (2), Katamba Tinah (2), Babirye Winnie (1), Nakimbugwe Annet (1) and Nakabira Sharifah (1).
Entry Fees: 20,000/= (Ordinary), 50,000/= (VIP) and 100,000/= (VVIP)
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Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) has kick started the 2017 AFCON qualification campaign with a well laid down procedure of securing accreditation for all it partners, the media inclusive.
FUFA Acting CEO Decolas Kizza conveyed the communication during the weekly FUFA Press briefing at the FUFA headquarters in Mengo, Kampala.
The process, with a 1st June 2015 (5pm) deadline is meant to further ensure the smooth running of match day activities.
We have come up with a clearly stipulated accreditation online procedure that will help all our partners have a successful preparatory programme for the upcoming international engagements
The FUFA Acting CEO clarified on the matter.
Your cooperation will be of vital importance and we believe that all stakeholders will understand why we have decided to carry out this process
Added Kiiza.
FUFA has a very busy schedule of local and international engagements lined up starting with this Saturday’s CAF U-23 Championship qualifier (return leg) against Rwanda at Nakivubo Stadium.
Line Up of FUFA’s busy schedule
30th May 2015: CAF U-23/Olympic Qualifier: Uganda Kobs Vs Rwanda U-23 – Nakivubo Stadium
6th June 2015: Uganda Cup Finals (SC Villa Vs KCC) – Kyamate Ground, Ntungamo
9th June 2015: International friendly – Uganda Cranes Vs Gambia – Nelson Mandela Stadium
13th June 2015: AFCON 2017 Qualifier – Uganda Cranes Vs Botswana Zebras – Nelson Mandela Stadium
17th June, 2015: Final of the FUFA Women Elite League at Lugogo
20th June, 2015 Tanzania vs Uganda –CHAN first round, 1st leg in Zanzibar
4th July, 2015 Uganda vs Tanzania –CHAN second round, 2nd leg
17th-19th July, 2015 Egypt vs Uganda/Rwanda –Africa U-23 Championship
1st August, 2015 Uganda/Rwanda vs Egypt –Africa U-23 Championship
Link for the Accreditation: https://fufauganda.com/news/press-releases/
Ugandan officials Margaret Kubingi, Abbas Sendyowa and Education officer Jackson Nyiima have been assigned continental duties this weekend.
CAF Commissioners Sendyowa and Kubingi will be in Sudan and Zimbabwe respectively. Sendyowa will be commissioner for the Africa U-23 Championship qualifier between Sudan and Tunisia while Kubingi will handle the Women Olympic Qualifier match when Zimbabwe hosts Zambia on the weekend of 29th-31st May,2015.
Nyiima, who is FUFA’s education officer will be in Addis Ababa as an examiner of participants for the CAF B coaching course in Ethiopia. He leaves today.
Referees for Uganda’s international matches named:
Africa U-23 Championship Qualifier Uganda vs Rwanda 30th May, 2015
Referees :
Sabri Mohamed Fadul -Referee (Sudan)
Mustafa Ibrahim M. Medany-Assistant Referee I (Sudan)
Yousif Eltirafi Saeed Idris Assistant Referee II (Sudan)
Hafiz Abdelghani Alamen-Reserve Referee (Sudan)
Mohamed Omar Abubakar Yusuf (Kenya)
International friendly:Uganda vs Gambia 9th June,2015 at Namboole
Bakasambe Rajab -Referee (Uganda)
Bugembe Hussein-Assistant Referee I (Uganda)
Katenya Ronald -Assistant Referee II (Uganda)
Ssali Mashood-Reserve Referee (Uganda)
Mike Letti-Match Assessor (Uganda)
2017 AFCON Qualifier Uganda vs Botswana 13th June,2015 at NaMboole
Referees :
Israel Mujuni – Center Referee (Tanzania)
John Longino Kanyenye – 1st Assistant Referee (Tanzania)
Josephat Deu Bulali -2nd Assistant Referee (Tanzania)
Martin Eliphas Sanya – Reserve Referee (Tanzania)
Julius Elly O. Mukolwe – Match Commissioner (Kenya)
KCC vs Sports Club Villa – Kyamate Sports Ground, Ntungamo
Saturday, 6th June 2015 (3:30 p.m)
Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) has invited the first lady of the republic of Uganda, Mrs Janet Kataaha Museveni as the chief guest for the 2014/15 Uganda Cup final at Kyamatae Sports ground in Ntungamo district.
We have written to the office of the first lady for the finals and we are yet to get the confirmation. Appropriate communication will be made.
Acting CEO, Decolas Kizza told the media on Wednesday.
Sports club Villa and last year’s losing finalists, Kampala City Council face off in the finals on Saturday, 6th June 2015 at Kyamate play ground in Ntungamo.
The federation competitions director, Ali Mwebe informed the media that all the arrangements for the cup final have been finalized.
Top Scorers:
Fahad Muhammed Hassan (Sports Club Victoria University) – 6 Goals
Fred Kyambadde (The Saints) – 6 Goals
Herman Wasswa (KCC) – 5 Goals
MAIN PHOTO [L-R]: FUFA competitions director, Ali Mwebe, Financial and now the acting CEO, Decolas Kizza with the federation spokesman, Ahmed Hussein on Wednesday.
Wakiso United is 5th team to be promoted to Uganda’s second highest tier league, The FUFA Big league.
The development follows their 2-0 victory over Kyebando Hearts at Nakivubo stadium on Tuesday in the Kampala regional final witnessed by a capacity crowd.
Wakiso United scored through team captain, Ronnie Kyambadde and Denis Ssenyonga to join the already promoted teams, Citizens, Masavu, Lira United and Onduparaka.
Wakiso United dominated the final for long spells of the match through midfielders Eddie Ssegane, Alex Ssemuyaba and Ronnie Kyambadde.
FUFA officials including Vice president, Darious Mugoye, Finance Director, Decolas Kizza and the spokes person, Ahmed Hussein have watched the game.
The other three teams from the North East, Eastern and Kitara regions will be decided in the near future.
Kampala Region Top Performers:
Winners: Wakiso United
Runners Up: Kyebando Hearts
Top Scorer: Seif Batte (21 goals)
Bukedde (Nicolas Kalyango)
Radio: Kingdom F.C (Fredrick Kalyango)
Online: Kawowo Sports (David Isabirye)
TV: Top Television (Ssemwogerere Mukiibi)
Promoted Teams to the 2015/16 FUFA Big league so far:
Western – Citizens F.C
Buganda – Masavu F.C
West Nile – Onduparaka F.C
Kampala – Wakiso United
Northern – Lira United F.C
MAIN PHOTO: Wakiso team captain, Ronnie Kyambadde receiving the title from FUFA 2nd Vice President Darius Mugoye
The FUFA Competitions Directorate has confirmed Kyamate Sports ground in Ntungamo Municipality as host venue for the 2014/2015 Uganda Cup final between Sc Villa and KCC FC on Saturday 6th June, 2015.
The match will kickoff at 3.30pm.
The Uganda Cup Trophy
The FUFA Competitions Director Ali Mwebe says that the Local Organising Committee and FUFA are looking forward to the cup final in Western Region.
We shall release all details about the build up to the cup final on Wednesday at our weekly press conference. Let us join hands in supporting the people of Ntungamo to organise a successful and colourful Uganda cup final
Mwebe told www.fufa.co.ug
Sc Villa ejected BUL FC while KCC FC saw off Lweza FC to qualify for the Uganda Cup final.
The winner represents Uganda in the CAF Confederation cup.
MAIN PHOTO:Uganda Revenue Authority players celebrate after last year’s victory in Mbale over KCC.
2016 Africa Olympic Qualifier :Saturday 23rd May, 2015
Second round, First leg Result: Rwanda 1-2 Uganda
Return leg: 30th May, 2015 at Nakivubo Stadium (Live on 102.1 FUFA f.m)
Uganda Kobs (National under 23 side) overcame Rwanda by 2-1 in the first leg of the U-23 CAF/olympic 2016 qualifier at Amahoro stadium in Kigali.
Uganda Kobs players passionately sing the treasured Uganda national anthem
www.fufa.co.ug captured the vital memories in pictures.
Azam Uganda Premier league football of the year 2014/15, Faruk Miya, also the team captain opened the scoring with 10th minute free kick.
UGANDA KOBS’ starting XI: [Standing L-R] Shafik Bakaki, Ibrahim Kiyemba, Joseph Nsubuga, John Ssemazi, Derrick Tekkwo, Faruku Miya (Captain). Front Row [L-R]: Kezironi Kizito, Erisa Ssekisambu, Salim Jamal Magoola, Tom Matisko, Brian Ochwo
Uganda carried a 1-0 goal lead coming into the half time recess before Rwanda equalized on 60 minutes through Dominique Savio Nshuti.
Rwanda XI
Uganda technical bench headed by coach Micho called for two quick changes thereafter.
Erisa Ssekisambu (left) in action during the match
Left footed midfielder, Martin Kizza replaced Tom Matisko in the first change.
Muzamiru Mutyaba was the second Kobs player replaced for Erisa Ssekisambu.
Kezironi Kizito being replaced by Tadeo Lwanga
Later, Tadeo Lwanga came in for Kezironi Kizito in Kobs’ final change on the day.
Mutyaba, who plies his domestic trade with Sports Club Victoria University (SCVU) got the winner – thanks to John Ssemazi’s well laid ball from the left.
Micho is interviewed by the journalists shortly after the match at Stade De Amahoro on Saturday.
The Kobs will carry this lead come the second leg on the 30th May 2015 at Nakivubo Stadium in Kampala.
FUFA president, Eng Moses Magogo (second right) prior to the start of the match
The winner over the two legs will play Egypt at the next stage for a place at the finals in Senegal.
FUFA President Eng Moses Magogo led by example by cheering the players to victory.
102.1 FUFA f.m’s Lawrence Bwanika relied the match live from Stade De Amahoro
The match was relied live on Uganda’s fast spreading radio station 102.1 FUFA f.m.
The Ugandan flag among a section of fans in the stadium Pavilion
UGANDA’S TEAM TO RWANDA:
Uganda Kobs XI:
Jamal Salim(G.K), Joseph Nsubuga, Bakaki Shafiq, Ibrahim Kiyemba, Brian Ochwo, Derrick Tekkwo, Tom Masiko, Keziron Kizito, Farouk Miya, John Semazi and Erisa Sekisambu
Subs: James Alitho (G.K), Deus Bukenya, Tadeo Lwanga , Muzamiru Mutyaba, Martin Kiiza, Umar Kasumba, Fahad Muhhamad
