FUFA: Federation of Uganda Football Associations

Author: Ahmed Marsha

  • CHAN 2016 Rwanda: Uganda, Tanzania to face off

    Uganda has been handed a draw that will see Cranes take on Tanzania in the preliminary round of the Orange African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2016 in Rwanda.

    CAF has handed the Central east Zone three slots including the hosts Rwanda that has seven countries. There are six zones in total.

    Tanzania will play host to Uganda Cranes on the weekend of 19th-21st June with the return leg slated for 3rd-5th July.

    Burundi, Djibouti, Ethiopia, Kenya, Uganda, Sudan and Tanzania are the  teams in the central East Zone.

    Other preliminary matches to be played in the central east zone

    Djibouti vs Burundi

    Ethiopia vs Kenya

    The draw was conducted on Sunday in Cairo and according to the zonal representation of the National associations affiliated to continental football body-CAF.

    CAF General Secretary, Hicham El Amrani coducted the draw and was assisted by CAF 2nd Vice President, Almamy Kabele Camara, also president of Organizing Committee of the African Nations Championship (CHAN).

    FUFA president Eng. Moses Magogo attended the draw and will be part of the CAF congress.

    CHAN 2016 QUALIFIERS DRAW:

    TANZANIA VS UGANDA

    DJIBOUTI VS BURUNDI

    ETHIOPIA VS KENYA

    [SUDAN got bye in Round 1]

    Dates for Matches:

    The first matches will be played on the weekend of 21st June 2015 .

    The return matches will come on weekend of 5th July 2015.

    Uganda travels for the first match away in Dar es Salam before the return leg in Kampala a fort night later.

    Rwanda will host the 2016 CHAN.

     

  • CAF CONFEDERATION CUP: URA, Orlando Pirates in 4 goal Draw

    CAF Confederation Return Leg:

    URA (Uganda) 2-2 Orlando Pirates (South Africa)

    Aggregate: Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) 3-4 Orlando Pirates

    Uganda’s representatives in the 2015 CAF confederation cup, Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) drew 2 all with South Africa’s Orlando Pirates at Nelson Mandela Stadium, Namboole on Saturday.

    This was the return leg coming after 3 weeks since the first leg played in Johannesburg when the Ugandan side lost 1-2.

    Midfielder, Yasser Mugerwa gave URA the lead after 36 minutes with a stunning 30 yard effort that caught the Orlando Pirates goal keeper, Brighton Mhlongo unawares.

    The South Africans made amends through Mpho Makola’s 52nd headed effort before team skipper, Oupa Manyisa shot them ahead by the 68th minute mark with a well converted penalty

    Late substitute, Frank Kalanda equalized for the Ugandan representatives with a fine header but it was too little too late.

    FIFA Referee,  Eric Arnaud Otogo Castane from Gabon handled the match.

    Team Line Ups:

    URA:
    Brian Bwete (G.K), Simeon Masaba (C), Allan Munaaba,Jonathan Mugabi, Sam Senkoomi, Yasser Mugerwa, Saidi Kyeyune, Feni Ali, Patrick Ochan, Dickson Kigongo, Samuel Sekitto
    Orlando Pirates XI:
    Brighton Mhlongo (G.K), Rooi Mahamutsa, Happy Jele, Nstikolo Nyauza, Ayanda Gcaba, Issa Sarr, Thandani Ntshumayelo, Mpho Makola, Sifiso Myeni, Oupa Manyisa (C), Lennox Bacela

  • WOMEN FOOTBALL: Kampala region league kicks off

    Women football is spreading like bush fire in Uganda. Following the inaugural launch of the FUFA Women Elite League in March, two regional leagues have since rolled off too.

    Buganda region and Kampala region have also got their leagues underway.

    Here is pictorial on opening day of the Kampala Region football Association Women League.

    Ghadafi Academy from Kawempe drew 1-1 with Princess Diana High School of Makindye. Namuleme Zaina scored for Ghadafi while Namugerwa Gloria concerted a penalty for  Princess Diana.

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    FUFA’s donation of 16 balls to the Kampala region women league that kicked off on Good Friday in Kanyanya. Ghadafi Academy drew 1-1 with Princess Diana High School.

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    Chief Guest FUFA Vice President Darius Mugoye sharing a word with the day’s referee Lubelenga Nicholas. Looking on in a green jacket is former FIFA referee Ali Tomusange.

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    The two teams line up before kick off-Ghadafi Academy in Blue and Princes Diana High School from Makindye in Black.

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    Chief Guest FUFA Vice President Darius Mugoye delivering his speech.

    Photo credit: FUFA Communication department.

     

     

     

  • FUFA WOMEN ELITE LEAGUE: Ajax, Western register wins

    Western United 2-1 UCU Lady Cardinals

    Ajax 2-0 Wakiso Hillside

     

    Today: Saturday 4th March,2015

    She Corporates -She MAK St FC -MUBS, Nakaw

    Gafford Ladies vs Kakira-Cleveland

     

    Sunday:5th March,2015

    Buikwe she Red stars vs Kawempe Muslim

    Eastern Heroes FC vs Alleluyah-Soroti

     

     

  • Azam Uganda Premier league: Vipers Lose Unbeaten Run to Rwenshama

    Kenneth Tumusiime and Fred Agandu scored for Rwenshama as the 15th placed club overcame table leaders, Vipers Sports Club 2-1 at Nakivubo stadium on Friday.
    This will probably remain one of the biggest upsets of the 2014/15 Azam Uganda Premier League.
    Michael Mutyaba scored the consolation for Vipers through a penalty.
    Other Results:
    Entebbe F.C picked their 3rd win of the campaign in 22 games when they defeated visiting Lweza F.C 2-0 at the lake side Bugonga stadium in Entebbe.
    Aloysious Lubega and Daniel Ssewava scored for Entebbe.
    At Lugogo, Herman Wasswa’s penalty for KCC cancelled out Steven Bengo’s earlier penalty as the two sides shared the spoils in a 1 all goal affair.
    At Matugga, Bright Stars’ home run at the new home continued when they beat Express by a sole strike coming off midfielder, Jimmy Kakooza.
    The league resumes on 7th April 2015.
    Week 23 Results:

    KCC FC 1-1 SC Villa

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    Rwenshama 2-1 Vipers Fc

    Bright Stars 1-0 Express Fc

    Entebbe FC 2-0 Lweza

  • UMEA GAMES: Prince Kassim Nakibinge Lauds FUFA

    UMEA GAMES: Prince Kassim Nakibinge Lauds FUFA

    Football results:

    Kasawo SS 5-0 Kinawa High

    Midfield 1-3 Mbogo Mixed

    Kibuli SS 5-0 Mbogo Mixed

    Bulo Parents 3-2 Mityana Town Council

    Bukoyo Ss 1-0Kabimbiri

    Kibuli SS 4-0KasawoIslamic

    Kakungulu Memorial 2-0 Bweyogerere

     

    Prince Kassim Nakibinge has appreciated the tremendous efforts of the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) towards the development of football in the country.

    The Prince was officiating at the opening ceremony of the Uganda Muslim Education Association (UMEA) games at Kasawo secondary school in Mukono on Good Friday.

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    Prince Kasim Nakibinge greeting the referees for the game between hosts Kasawo and Kinawa High School. Kasawo won 5-0.

    I thank FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo for the efforts of developing football in Uganda. Supporting grass root football is a big bold step towards preparing for the future

    He said.

    FUFA joined the other partners and sponsors of the games that bring together the Muslim founded institutions in Uganda.

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    L-R UMEA Ball Games chairman Hajji Kitezaala Twahir and Hajji Ali Mugaga receiving an official package from FUFA spokesperson towards the Games in Kasawo. FUFA donated 20 balls to the organising

     

    FUFA donated 20 quality balls towards the organizers of the annual tournament.

    During some of the opening day one football games held, hosts Kasawo and Kibuli secondary school started on a bright note, winning with an identical 5-0 scoreline over Kinawa High School and Mbogo Mixed.

    Kibuli scored through Steven Mukwala, Godfrey Bayo (2), Allan Okello and Gaddafi Wahabu.

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    RESPECT: Kinawa High School players enjoying a royal handshake from Prince Kassim Nakibinge. The Prince watched the match between Kasawo and Kinawa which the former won comfortably 5-0.
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    Kasawo secondary school captain greeting the Prince before kick off.

    Host school, Kasawo netted their goals through a Michael Lwanga brace, Sadad Anaku, Fahad Badru and James Kaggwa.
    There are 24 schools taking part in these games that include the beautiful game football, netball, handball and volleyball.
    The games sponsored by Pepsi, Rwenzori and City Tyres will run until Easter Monday.

    MAIN PHOTO: Royal handshake for FUFA Spokesperson Ahmed Hussein with Prince Kassim Nakibinge at Kasawo during the opening ceremony of the UMEA Ball Gameso in Kasaw. Hussein delivered FUFA’s package to the organisers. 

    PHOTO CREDIT: FUFA Communications department

  • FUFA BIG LEAGUE: Thursday, 3rd April 2015 Results

    FUFA BIG LEAGUE: Thursday, 3rd April 2015 Results

    FUFA BIG LEAGUE 2014/15:

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    Thursday 2/4/2015 Paidha Black Angels 2  1  CRO FC
    Thursday 2/4/2015 Hope Doves 1  0  Ndejje University
    Thursday 2/4/2015 Namasagali FC  1 1  Water FC
    Thursday 2/4/2015 Ngora Freda Carr 1  4  JMC FC
    Thursday 2/4/2015 Sporting Utd 2 0 Soroti Garage
    Thursday 2/4/2015 Baza Holdings  2 1  Kumi Utd
    Thursday 2/4/2015 Kasese New Villa 2 0  Synergy
    Thursday 2/4/2015 Proline 0   4 Kirinya Jinja SS
  • AZAM UGANDA PREMIER LEAGUE: KCC Host SC Villa, Vipers Target to Stretch Lead

    AZAM UGANDA PREMIER LEAGUE: KCC Host SC Villa, Vipers Target to Stretch Lead

    Week 23 Fixtures:

    03-04-2015 16:30 KCC FC – : – SC Villa
    Match Day 22 03-04-2015 16:30 Rwenshama – : – Vipers FC
    03-04-2015 16:30 Bright Stars – : – Express FC
    03-04-2015 16:30 Entebbe FC – : – Lweza
  • CAF CONFEDERATION CUP: URA – Orlando Pirates, Visitors Already in the Country

    CAF CONFEDERATION CUP: URA – Orlando Pirates, Visitors Already in the Country

    CAF CONFEDERATION CUP:

    URA FC VS Orlando Pirates 4pm

    Nelson Mandela National, stadium – Saturday,  4thApril, 2015 (4 p.m)

    Entry Fees: U.shs 5000 (General) and U.shs 10,000 (VIP)

    Gates Open at 1 p.m

    Match officials:(From Gabon)

    Referee: Eric Arnaud Otogo Castane

    Assistant referee 1: Theophile Vinga

    Assistant referee 2: Sylvain Alain Mouala

    4th Official: Beranger Raymond Woungui Antsaraga

    Match Commissioner: Alfred Rwiza Kishongole-Tanzania

    South Africa’s Orlando Pirates Football Club is already in the country for the return leg of  fixture at Nelson Mandela National Stadium, Namboole.

    Orlando Pirates, now at Sheraton Kampala Hotel came with a 29 man contingent ahead of the return leg of club continental tie with Uganda Revenue Authority.

    They will train at the match day turf on Friday evening.

    Orlando Pirates won the honours in the first leg 2-1.

    Contingent: Orlando Pirates
    Technical Team and support staff

    1. Gerald Don-Head Of Delegation

    2.Williams Okpara -Team Manager

    3. Thandi Merafe (Ms) -Media Liason Officer

    4.Eric Tinkler- Head Coach

    5.Teboho Moloi -Assistant Coach

    6. Ezekiel Matebula (Dr)-Team Doctor

    7.Shiraz Joseph-Physiotherapist

    8. Itumeleng Khoza -Kit Manager

    9.Shedrack Sithebe -Kit Manager

    10. Mandla Msimang-Team Security

    11. Enerst Ngema -Team Security

    Players

    1. Brighton Mhlongo,

    2.Philanih Zikalala

    3. Rooi Mahamutsa

    4. Happy Jele

    5. Thabo Matlaba

    6. Ayanda Gcaba

    7. Oupa Manyisa

    8. Thandani Ntshumayelo

    9. Ntsikelelo Nyauza

    10.Sifiso Myeni

    11. Issa Sarr

    12. Kermit Erasmus

    13. Luyanda Bacela

    14. Lehlohonolo Majoro

    15. Lehlogonolo Masalesa

    16. Mpho Makola

    17. Thabo Rakhale

    18. Helder Pelembe

    MAIN PHOTO: Orlando Pirates players and officials arrives at the Entebbe International Arrival Lounge.

    PHOTO CREDITS: FUFA Communications Department

  • UMEA GAMES: FUFA donates 20 quality balls to organisers

    The Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) has today donated 20 balls to the organisers of the Uganda Muslim Education Association (UMEA) Solidarity Secondary Schools Games due 1st-6th April, 2015 at Kasawo Senior secondary school.

     

    The balls will be handed over on Friday when the Games are officially opened by Prince Kasim Nakibinge’

    The FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo told www.fufa.co.ug that the federation is ready to be part of the games in future.

    ‘We are supporting the youngsters to start realising their dreams in football at this stage which is very important in the development stages of any football player’ said Magogo.

    FUFA have joined Pepsi who offered a package worth 5 millions shillings (50 crates of Pepsi, Tents, 2 million shillings and chairs), Rwenzori (30 cartons of Rwenzori water) and City Tyres donated 22 trophies up for grabs in four disciplines football, Volleyball, Handball and Netball.

    2015 UMEA SOLIDARITY GAMES:
    • Kasawo Senior school to host from st-6th April
    • Prince Kassim Nakibinge to grace opening ceremony on 3rd April, 2015 at 2pm.
    • Sports disciplines are; Football, Volleyball, Netball and Handball
    • City Tyres takes up budget for the 22 trophies to be given out to excelling sports stars
    • Rwenzori offers 30 cartons of water
    • Pepsi gives 50 crates, Tent, chairs and financial support of 2M shillings.

  • CONFEDERATION CUP: URA VS ORLANDO PIRATES; South African giants jet in tonight

    URA FC VS Orlando Pirates 4pm

    Mandela National stadium

    Saturday 4thApril, 2015

     

    Match officials:(From Gabon)

    Referee: Eric Arnaud Otogo Castane

    Assistant referee 1: Theophile Vinga

    Assistant referee 2: Sylvain Alain Mouala

    4th Official:Beranger Raymond Woungui Antsaraga

    Match Commissioner: Alfred Rwiza Kishongole-Tanzania

     

    South Africa’s representatives in the CAF Confederation Cup Orlando Pirates will jet in tonight aboard tonight at 7pm aboard South Africa Airways.

    They will come with a 29 man contingent ahead of the return leg of club continental tie with Uganda Revenue Authority.

    Orlando Pirates won the honours in the first leg 2-1.

    Contingent: Orlando Pirates
    Technical Team and support staff
    1. Gerald Don-Head Of Delegation
    2.Williams Okpara -Team Manager
    3. Thandi Merafe (Ms) -Media Liason Officer
    4.Eric Tinkler- Head Coach
    5.Teboho Moloi -Assistant Coach
    6. Ezekiel Matebula (Dr)-Team Doctor
    7.Shiraz Joseph-Physiotherapist
    8. Itumeleng Khoza -Kit Manager
    9.Shedrack Sithebe -Kit Manager
    10. Mandla Msimang-Team Security
    11. Enerst Ngema -Team Security
    Players
    1. Brighton Mhlongo,
    2.Philanih Zikalala
    3. Rooi Mahamutsa
    4. Happy Jele
    5. Thabo Matlaba
    6. Ayanda Gcaba
    7. Oupa Manyisa
    8. Thandani Ntshumayelo
    9. Ntsikelelo Nyauza
    10.Sifiso Myeni
    11. Issa Sarr
    12. Kermit Erasmus
    13. Luyanda Bacela
    14. Lehlohonolo Majoro
    15. Lehlogonolo Masalesa
    16. Mpho Makola
    17. Thabo Rakhale
    18. Helder Pelembe

     

  • COMMUNICATION: Maiden caller on 102.1 FUFA fm

    COMMUNICATION: Maiden caller on 102.1 FUFA fm

    The newest kid on the block in electronic media 102.1 FUFA fm recorded the first caller on its airwaves on 1st April, 2015.

    It was the first time that studio lines were opened to the public.

    The maiden call was made by Charles Kyalisiima of Kosovo, Lungujja during sports show called Tuyigge (Let’s learn) that runs every weekday in the morning from 11am-1pm, hosted by Hassan Kirunda.

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    Charles Kyalisiima (L) receiving an original Uganda Cranes shirt from FUFA Spokesperson person. Kyalisiima will go down in history books as the first caller on 102.1 FUFA fm.

    I am excited about the radio. I have been listening to the sports show for two weeks now but waiting for an opportunity when the phone lines would be opened’. I love the educational programme’

    Kyalisiima tells www.fufa.co.ug

    The first female to make a call on the show was Ritah Kigongo, a resident of Natete.

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    First female to cal on 102.1 FUFA fm: Ritah Kigongo of Natete was the first female caller on. She is seen receiving an original Uganda Cranes home shirt from FUFA Spokesperson Ahmed Hussein

     

    I love local sports so much. I support Express FC. I listened to the commentary of Express FC vs Sc Villa when the two teams played at Wankulukuku. I was inside the stadium but tuned in to  FUFA fm

    Remarked an excited Kigongo.

    Federation Spokesperson, Ahmed Hussein conducted the handover ceremony of the gifts to the callers.

  • FUFA BIG LEAGUE: 8 Fixtures Set For Thursday, 2nd April 2015

    The FUFA Big league returns on Thursday, 2nd April 2015 with seven games.

    Five of these will be played in the Rwenzori group and the remaining two fall under the Elgon category.

    Thursday 2/4/2015 Paidha Black Angels     CRO FC Barokoro-Zombo
    Thursday 2/4/2015 Hope Doves     Ndejje University Wankulukuku
    Thursday 2/4/2015 Namasagali FC     Water FC Namasagali C’lge
    Thursday 2/4/2015 Ngora Freda Carr     JMC FC Ngora High Sch
    Thursday 2/4/2015 Sporting Utd Soroti Garage Lango sports Grd
    Thursday 2/4/2015 Baza Holdings     Kumi Utd  Kawanda
    Thursday 2/4/2015 Kasese New Villa     Synergy Fortportal
    Thursday 2/4/2015 Proline     Kirinya Jinja SS Nakivubo

    Saturday:

    Saturday 4/4/2015 Artland K     Maroons Masharik High
    Saturday 4/4/2015 Busia Utd     Kireka United Busia Grd
  • FUFA CORPORATE TOURNAMENT: 6 teams confirm

    FUFA CORPORATE TOURNAMENT: 6 teams confirm

    FUFA Corporate Annual Tournament:

    Saturday, 2nd May 2015 – At FUFA Technical Center, Njeru

    9 a.m – 6 p.m

    Six Corporate Organizations have confirmed participation in the inaugural  FUFA Corporate Football Gala.

    The six teams are; FUFA XI, National Insurance Corporation (NIC), Airtel Uganda, Bidco Uganda Limited, Red Pepper Publications, Post Bank.

    The main purpose of this tournament is interact and share ideas with the Federation’s current and potential sponsors.

    Esther Musoke, FUFA’s acting marketing director reveals to www.fufa.co.ug.

    This will be the first ever FUFA Corporate football tournament and it will be held at the technical home of the Federation found in Njeru, Jinja.

    FUFA XI is expected to be captained by the FUFA President, Eng. Moses Magogo.

    Other players expected on the FUFA team shall be FUFA CEO, Asuman Lubowa, Education Officer, Jackson Nyiima, Ahmed Hussein (FUFA spokesperson), Ali Mwebe (Competition secretary), Hassan Kirunda Kakaire (102.1 FUFA fm) among others.

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  • COACHING: Sixty Three Coaches Receive CAF C Licence

    COACHING: Sixty Three Coaches Receive CAF C Licence

    Sixty Three (63) coaches have on Wednesday received their CAF C licenses at FUFA House in Kampala.

    FUFA Chairman, Technical, Hamid Juma has appealed to the coaches to remain focused and put to practice.

    Do not just keep these certificates at home, you have to be active because according to the CAF regulations, some one inactive for two years will have his licence cancelled.

    Hamid warned the coaches.

    CAF Coaching instructor, Mujib Kasule congratulated the coaches and appealed to them to keep in business by being involved inactive coaching.

    Starting next season, all FUFA Big league clubs will have a bare minimum of CAF C coaching qualifications.

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    L-R: Hamid Juma hands over the CAF C certificate to Vincent Tumusiime as FUFA Technical Director, Asuman Lubowa keeps a close eye

    CAF C License Coaching Course was conducted on 22nd September-5th October at FUFA Technical Centre in Njeru.

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    Hamid Juma hands over the certificate to the best coach, Arthur Kyesimira

    Coaches who passed:
    1. Arthur Kyesimira
    2. Umar Abdallah
    3. Ivan Ntambi
    4. Bogere Abbey Kikomeko
    5. Ronald Kaweesa
    6. Robert Mukasa
    7. Paul Kiwanuka
    8. Moses Nkata
    9. Bainomugisha Viali
    10. Kayimbye Siraje
    11. Mukatabala Paul
    12. Ntege Patrick Kaweesa
    13. Seruyange Damron Abdul
    14. Lumu Fred
    15. Kirya Ibrahim
    16. Mukiibi Gerald David
    17. Mugenyi David
    18. Mwesigwa Ben
    19. Wasswa Bosa
    20. Komakech .T. Raymond
    21. Kawalya Samuel Mujabi
    22. Luyinda John
    23. Kyeyune Lulenti
    24. Kaddu Badru Mukasa
    25. Kirumira danny
    26. Twinamatsiko Mark
    27. Edward Kalungi
    28. Kisekka Raymmied Muhammad
    29. Lutalo Hamuza
    30. Kalanzi Hamza
    31. Mbowa Abubaker
    32. Mugabi Ronald
    33. Odoch James
    34. Tsama Habert
    35. Ayub Khalifa
    36. Yusuf Kyamabdde
    37. Bosco Dudu
    38. Geofrey Okwii
    39. Pius Serugo
    40. Andrew Lule
    41. Moses Mawa Muze
    42. Jimmy Mwera
    43. Godfrey Kireewa
    44. Vincent Tumusime
    45. David Bbale
    46. Eddie Kigozi
    47. Herbert Nsubuga
    48. Wilfred Kato Muhumuza
    49. John Michael Erebu
    50. Robert Serunjogi
    51. Waku Swaibu Sabasaba
    52. Kirunda Tom
    53. Kazini Ismail
    54. Muganyizi Martin
    55. Magera Jackon
    56. Dan Mubiru
    57. Richard Amatre
    58. Augustine Mugisha
    59. Lobbo Christopher
    60. Ojok Charles
    61. Kheri Hussein Ali
    62. Wasswa Hammis

    63. Richard Makumbi
    Required to re-sit the exams

    1. John Mutabaruka
    2. Nsubuga Cyrus
    3. Micheal Ajuma
    4. Cyrus Oluka
    5. Akena Geoffrey
    6. Kayanja John
    7. Ismail Kazini

  • UGANDA CRANES: FUFA Commits Coach Milutin Sredojević Till 2018

    UGANDA CRANES: FUFA Commits Coach Milutin Sredojević Till 2018

    Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) has extended the contract of head coach, Milutin ‘Micho’ Sredojević for three years.

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    FUFA President, Eng. Moses Magogo (far right) addresses the media at the press conference on Wednesday.

    Addressing the media during the weekly press conference at the federation headquarters in Mengo, Kampala on Wednesday, FUFA President, Eng. Moses Magogo announced Micho’s new contract.

    I hereby announce the extension of Coach Micho’s contract by three years. There are parameters we have used to award the coach an extension. He has registered  60 percent success in the matches he has handled. We need continuity to consolidate on the laid plans of achieving success in line with the upcoming competitions of AFCON, CHAN, and CECAFA

    Micho has handed the Uganda Cranes in 35 matches registering 18 victories, 5 draws and 12 losses.

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    Coach Micho addresses the media on Wednesday shortly after his contract extension was announced

    Micho in his submission has acknowledged the support of all Ugandans in his role as head coach.

    I thank all the administrators, fans, media for the support accorded in my line of duty. I love this nation. I have a life contract in this country, with the people of this country, kept in the deepest part of my heart. Where we need correction, i call upon everyone’s advise. We also need to bring on board the talented Ugandans from whichever part of the globe.

    Micho highlighted in his brief speech.

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    L-R: Hamid Juma (Chairman, Technical), Coach Micho, FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo, Airtel Uganda Brand Assets and Properties Manager, Noela Byuma, FUFA Technical committee members Livingstone Kyambadde and Phillip Obwiny
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    Airtel Brand and Assets Manager, Noela Byuma congratulates Coach Micho.

     

    The new contract of Micho takes effect on 1st May 2015.

  • Uganda Cup 2014/15: SC Victoria University Dates SC Villa in Quarter Final Draw

    Uganda Cup 2014/15: SC Victoria University Dates SC Villa in Quarter Final Draw

    Uganda Cup 2014/15 Quarter Final Draws:

    9th April, 2015 Lweza Vs Police – Kajjansi Uganda Clays Play Ground

    12th April, 2015 Bright Stars Vs BUL F.C – Matugga

    19th April, 2015 Sports Club Victoria University Vs SC Villa – Namboole

    19th April, 2015 Kyambogo Vs KCC FC – Kyambogo University

    The 2014/15 Uganda Cup last 8 draws have been conducted at FUFA House Mengo on Wednesday during the weekly press conference.

    Airtel Uganda Brand Assets and Properties Manager, Noela Byuma was the chief guest at the draws conducted before sports journalists and club officials.

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    Airtel Brand Manager, Noella Byuma drew the opening draw between Lweza F.C and Police F.C

     

    FUFA competitions Secretary Ali Mwebe oversaw the draws at which he briefed the media and club representatives present of the rules and regulations at the this stage and beyond.

    Mwebe also announced to the media that two regions (Western and Kitara) have expressed interest in hosting this year’s finals.

    Kitara and Western bid to host the finals but the final decision will be announced after a thorough vetting process.

    Eight time record cup winners, KCC will be away to regional outfit, Kyambogo Football Club.

    Kyambogo F.C has been the surprise pack in this year’s competition.

    2013 winners, Sports Club Victoria University (SCVU) play host to Sports Club Villa at the Nelson Mandela Stadium.

    Lweza F.C will be hosting Police F.C at Kajjansi in the other quarter final duel.

  • AZAM UGANDA PREMIER LEAGUE: URA Warms Up for Orlando Fixture with Victory

    AZAM UGANDA PREMIER LEAGUE 2014/15 :

    Sports Club Victoria University 0-2 URA F.C

    Scorers: Feni Ali, Dickson Kigongo

    SC Villa 2-2 Bul F.C

    Scorers:

    SC Villa – Ronald Muganga, Moses Gaale

    BUL – Patrick Asiku (brace)

    Bright Stars 0-0 Vipers

    Simba 0-0 Soana

    Sadolin Paints 1-1 Police

    Scorers:

    Sadolin Paints – Fred Segujja

    Police – Umar Kasumba

    Vipers Sports Club still remains the only unbeaten side in the Azam Uganda Premier league after their 7th draw of the campaign away to Bright Stars in Mwererwe.

    At Nakivubo Stadium, 16 time record league champions, SC Villa saw it late with a goal in added time with a Moses Gaale’s  headed effort against 10 man BUL F.C.

    SC Villa picked up a first half lead after 9 minutes through Ronald Muganga.

    Patrick Asiku netted the equalizer 20 minutes later before he completed his brace in the 36th minute.

    BUL F.C finished the game with 10 men after Tito Okello was sent off for unsporting conduct.

    At Nelson Mandela National Stadium, Namboole, Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) picked up a morale boosting victory over Sports Club Victoria University (SCVU) ahead of their CAF Confederations return leg this weekend.

    It required a goal in each half from Feni Ali and Dickson Kigongo to give Alex Isabirye and the URA side the three points.

    The other games ended all square results, Simba played goal-less with Soana at Bombo Military Stadium as Sadolin Paints without loanee players Andrew Basoma and Duff Kisige held Police to a 1 all draw.

    Fred Segujja scored the home team and the league top scorer, Umar Kasumba scored for Police F.C.

    The league resumes Friday with several fixtures to be played.

    Match Day 19 03-04-2015 16:30 Kira Young FC – : – Sadolin Paints
    03-04-2015 16:30 KCC FC – : – SC Villa
    Match Day 22 03-04-2015 16:30 Rwenshama – : – Vipers FC
    03-04-2015 16:30 Bright Stars – : – Express FC
    03-04-2015 16:30 Entebbe FC – : – Lweza