FUFA: Federation of Uganda Football Associations

Author: Ahmed Marsha

  • FIFA Club Professionalisation and Management Programme successfully ends in Uganda

    FIFA Club Professionalisation and Management Programme successfully ends in Uganda

    The FIFA Club Professionalisation and Management Programme – African Edition successfully came to a climax on Friday. The two-day workshop held at Golden Tulip Hotel in Kampala was very resourceful to StarTimes Uganda Premier League Clubs.

    Chairmen/Presidents and CEOs from all the 16 Clubs spoke highly of the opportunity that was presented to equip them with knowledge and skills of transforming their teams in order to suit the modern times.

    While closing the Programme, FUFA 3rd Vice President Hon. Florence Nakiwala Kiyingi who represented FUFA President Hon. Magogo Moses extended gratitude to FUFA for availing such Projects to Uganda.

    “As FUFA and Uganda in general, we are very grateful to the leadership at FIFA for the continued support towards Ugandan football. This Programme has been an eye opener to our clubs in several areas such as strategic planning, governance and how they can transform their clubs into viable brands. I believe the Clun Chairmen and CEOs will go back and impliment what has been taught here inorder to help our League develop.” She said.

    FIFA Director Member Associations – Africa, Gelson Fernandes who spoke to the participants via zoom lauded Uganda for always embrancing such projects and called upon clubs to embrace the content shared over the two days.

    “FIFA is proud of the progress of the game under the leadership of President Moses Magogo and we believe such Projects will even take football to a better level in Uganda. I therefore, call upon the clubs to fully utilize what has been lectured over the two days inorder to develop holistically. Once the clubs are operating well, the value of the League grows.” He said.

    Anisha Muhoozi, the CEO of KCCA FC was tasked to pass a vote of thanks on behalf of the participants and she lauded both FIFA and FUFA for providing good education material.

    “On behalf of the Clubs, I want to sincerly thank FUFA for choosing to partake of such a wonderful Project. Additionally, I thank FIFA for sending us good facilitators who have been able to deliver the message to us and we promise to go back and impliment whatever has been taught.”

    At the end of the final day Club Chairmen and CEOs were awarded with certificates of participation. Each club was also given 10 FUFA Official Matchballs (Zakayo).

    The first day put emphasis on governance and strategic planning while the final day dwelled on marketing and commercial modules.

    StarTimes Uganda Premier League CEO Bernard Bainamani appreciated the experts FIFA sent to Uganda indicating their vast knowledge and experience should be a point of inspiration for the local clubs.

    “We thank FIFA for the choice of instructors that they sent to us. There CVs tell it all because they have been directly involved with clubs and know how exactly our Clubs can improve. I have the belief that Club Chairmen and CEOs will put into practice the concepts they learnt from this Programme.”

    What some of the Club officials said

    Abdu Kawuulu Mwanje – Lugazi FC Chairman

    “As representatives from Lugazi FC, marketing and financial management topics were our major areas of interest. I want to thank the FUFA administration for the organisation and the instructors for the job well done.”

    Ronald Barente – BUL FC Chairman

    ”We are extremely pleased with what FUFA is trying to do in terms of improving our League. Learning never stops and it is the most important aspect of life. The two days have been resourceful for us because the instructors gave us so many tips on how to become better both as individual clubs but also as a League.”

    Sula Kamoga – CEO, Wakiso Giants FC

    “ The instructors put emphasis on governance structures of clubs, an aspect we tend to ignore as Ugandan Clubs. Once we improve on the governance of our clubs then the future is bright. I believe we have benefited a lot from this Programme and we will try to make improvements where the challenges have been.”

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  • FUFA Statement on National Assistant Referee Peter Kabugo

    FUFA Statement on National Assistant Referee Peter Kabugo

    The Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) regrets to announce the sudden passing of National Assistant Referee Peter Kabugo, who collapsed during a league match at Wankulukuku Stadium on Friday 1st November 2024.

    A postmortem examination will be conducted to determine the cause of death.

    FUFA extends heartfelt condolences to Peter’s family, loved ones, Uganda Football Referees Association, and friends. We request privacy for the family during this difficult time.

    Rest in Peace, Peter Kabugo.

  • FIFA Club Professionalisation and Management Programme gets underway in Uganda

    FIFA Club Professionalisation and Management Programme gets underway in Uganda

    The FIFA Club Professionalisation and Management Programme in Africa officially started on Thursday at Golden Tulip Hotel in Kampala, Uganda.

    The Programme aimed at enhancing club football management was officially opened by FUFA President Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim who was in the company of FUFA 1st Vice President Justus Mugisha and FUFA 3rd Vice President Hon. Florence Nakiwala Kiyingi.

    Also present were FUFA Executive Committee Members; Rogers Byamukama, Rogers Mulindwa, Sam Mpiima, Ronnie Kalema, Apollo Ahimbisibwe and Dan Obote.

    FUFA CEO Edgar Watson Suubi, FUFA Deputy CEO-Services Humphrey Mandu and StarTimes Uganda Premier League CEO Bernard Bainamani also attended the event.

    FIFA’s delegation was headed by Solomon Mudege, the Head of FIFA Development Programmes- Africa, Marcos Picallo Aguilar- FIFA Senior Professional Football Manager and Development, Davis Ndeyisenga- FIFA Lead Regional Office MA Division CECAFA, Silmara Sousa- MA Regional Coordinator, FIFA Development Programmes and Osman Salah- MA Africa Coordinator, Member Associations Africa.

    Others included Abigail Haile Michael – MA Development Manager FIFA Member Association Regional Office and Kaly Keza- FIFA Member Association Regional Office Kigali

    The FIFA instructors included Marcos Pelegrin, Javier Jose Pedro Sobribo and Pedro Manuel Correia Miranda.

    In his remarks, FUFA President called upon Club administrators to embrace such Programmes because they help in transforming the League in areas such as governance, business and sporting.

    “We are glad that FIFA’s support is not limited to only Federations (MAs) but even Clubs are benefiting from Projects like this one. As FUFA, we extend our sincere thanks to FIFA and it is now upon the club administrators here to partake of the information and knowledge shared in order to become better brands,” he said before adding.

    “Knowledge is power and you need it to transform society. I therefore implore our clubs to fully embrace this Programme.”

    FIFA Head of Development Programmes-Africa Solomon Mudege indicated this Programme will in the long run help football clubs in Africa to holistically develop.

    “This Programme is a core activity of FIFA in order to build capacity in clubs and Leagues so that there is holistic growth of the game in the long run.”

    Marcos Picallo Aguilar – Senior Professional Football Manager and Development- FIFA revealed that this Programme has been rolled out to 11 African countries and Clubs will be tasked to share their strategic plans later.

    FIFA will then select clubs with the best strategic plans and invite them to the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup in USA for further programmes.

    Day one of the workshop dwelled on two topics namely Strategic Planning and Governance.

    Participants (StarTimes Uganda Premier League Club Chairmen and CEOs) were taken through various modules how they can formulate strategic plans, club organisational structures and separation of powers among others.

    Day Two (Friday) which is the final day of the workshop will put emphasis on financial, brand and marketing strategies.

  • Uganda’s Top Flight Teams to Benefit from FIFA Club Professionalisation and Management Workshop

    Uganda’s Top Flight Teams to Benefit from FIFA Club Professionalisation and Management Workshop

    The Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) is set to host a high-profile FIFA delegation from October 29 to November 1, 2024.

    Part of the delegation of Silmara Sousa, Head of Development Programmes and Salah Osman MA Africa Coordinator has arrived in Uganda on Tuesday afternoon. 

    The FIFA Club Professionalisation and Management workshop, to be held at Golden Tulip Hotel in Kampala, aims to enhance club football management globally.

    The FIFA Club Professionalisation and Management – Africa Edition will bring together two representatives from each of Uganda’s 16 Premier League clubs.

    FUFA Projects Manager Sumaya Hood Kiwanuka confirmed invitations have been sent to participating clubs, following a circular from FUFA signed off by the Chief Executive Officer Edgar Watson.

    ‘We expect strong participation, as club officials are eager to share knowledge with FIFA experts and elevate Ugandan football.’ said Kiwanuka

    FUFA President Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim will attend the opening ceremony and participate in the workshop.

    ‘Participants will receive FIFA certificates upon full attendance.  The topics to be covered will be crucial to Ugandan club football development’ noted part of the circular signed by Watson.

    This initiative is part of FIFA’s support for Member Associations, aligning with FUFA’s vision to enhance its various club competitions.

  • Crested Cranes edge DR Congo in first international friendly

    Crested Cranes edge DR Congo in first international friendly

    Uganda Senior Women’s National Team, the Crested Cranes put up a spirited performance to edge DR Congo in the international friendly game played on Sunday at Stade De Martyrs Stadium – Kinshaaha.

    Sunday’s encounter was the first of the two games that the two teams are supposed to face off with the other slated for Wednesday, 30th October at the same venue.

    Fazila Ikwaput gave Uganda the lead in the 22nd minute, lobbing the ball past Congolese goalkeeper Khonde

    However, in the second half the hosts returned revamped and levelled matters in the 61st minute through Flavine Mawete.

    Despite conceding, Uganda remained calm and composed, dominating proceedings with relative ease.

    Coach Sheryl Botes made a double change, introducing Slyvia Kabene and Joanita Ainembabazi for Viola Nambi and Sandra Nabweteme respectively.

    Kabene who was making her debut made instant impact, helping Uganda to regain the lead in the 77th minute.

    Zaina Nandede started the attack on the right wing, beating her opponent for pace before laying a cutting back for onrushing Kabene who made no mistake to slot home.

    Angel Auki Kigongo, Zabinah Nambozo and Agnes Nabukenya all promoted from the under-age teams were also handed their debut on the senior team later on.

    The Crested Cranes held on in the closing minutes to secure victory. The two teams will face off again this Wednesday.

    The games are part of preparations for the team ahead of competitive fixtures next year.

  • Crested Cranes Travelling Squad to Democratic Republic of Congo

    Crested Cranes Travelling Squad to Democratic Republic of Congo

    Crested Cranes Head Coach Sheryl Botes has named a squad of 20-players that will travel to Democratic Republic of Congo for the two International friendlies.

    Uganda will take on DR Congo on 27th and 30th October 2024 with both games to be played in Kinshasa.

    The team will depart Uganda on Friday morning at (5am) with FUFA Executive Committee Member Agnes Mugena serving as the Leader of Delegation.

    The team has been undergoing rigorous training in Kampala and will use the two friendlies as part of preparations for the next engagements.

    Travelling Squad

    Goalkeepers

    Daisy Nakaziro (Kampala Queens FC), Ruth Aturo (Vihiga Queens FC)

    Defenders

    Shadia Nankya (Tutankhamun FC), Bridget Nabisaalu (Modern Sports FC), Phiona Nabulime (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Jolly Kobusinge (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC),Angel Awuki Kigongo (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC)

    Midfielders

    Joan Nabirye (FC Spartak Moscow), Phiona Nabbumba (Boldklubben Af 1893), Zabina Namboozo (Amus College WFC), Brenda Munyana (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC), Violah Nambi (Napoli FC), Zaina Nandede (Kampala Queens FC)

    Forwards

    Fazilah Ikwaput (Gokulam Kerala FC), Sandra Nabweteme (Santos Laguna Femenil), Joanita Ainembabazi (New Heroes Queens FC), Resty Nanziri (Boldklubben Af 1893), Sylvia Kabene (St. Noa WFC), Agnes Nabukenya (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC)

    Officials

    Agnes Mugena – Leader of Delegation

    Sheryl Botes – Head Coach

    David Ribeiro – Goalkeeping Coach

    Ashley Clifford De Beer – Sports Scientist

    Allan Nsubuga Magunda – Video Analyst

    Team Doctor – Mable Kabatalindwa

    Darlian Kyasiimire – Team Physiotherapist

    Cissy Gaudensia – Equipment Manager

    Joan Namusisi – Team Manager

    Julius Mutebi – Media Officer

  • AFCON 2025 Qualifiers: Ticket prices, kickoff time for Uganda vs South Africa encounter confirmed

    AFCON 2025 Qualifiers: Ticket prices, kickoff time for Uganda vs South Africa encounter confirmed

    FUFA has confirmed ticket prices and kickoff time for the upcoming TotalEnergies Africa Cup of National Qualifier match between Uganda and South Africa.

    Uganda Cranes will host Bafana Bafana on Friday, 15th November 2024 in the penultimate round of the Qualifiers.

    The game will kickoff at 4PM EAT as guided by CAF for the final two qualification rounds. All the remaining group games will kickoff at the same time.

    “As FUFA, we wanted to maintain the kickoff time we have had in the previous games but CAF decided that we should play at the same time with the other teams in the group (South Sudan and Congo) to avoid concerns like cindicate.” Stated FUFA EXCO Member Rogers Byamukama.

    In the same breath, FUFA has revealed the ticket prices for the game.

    The physical ordinary tickets will go for UGX 30,000 but fans can purchase discounted limited edition tickets via MTN MoMo.

    MTN MoMo Early bird limited edition ticket will be at 20,000 UGX each for the period Monday 28th October 2024 to 2nd November 2024 while the MoMo Regular ticket will go for UGX 25,000 (on market after deadline of early bird).
    The UGX 25,000 Regular ticket will be on market from 3rd to 14th November 2024.

    The aforementioned tickets will only be bought via MTN MoMo.

    A VIP ticket will cost 50,000 UGX while the Platinum ticket will go for 150,000 UGX.

    FUFA VIP Family ticket will be at 320,000 UGX for 8 people. The seats in this category are reserved, there is halftime hospitality and parking stickers outside the stadium.

    The FUFA Platinum Family ticket at 1,000,000/= covers 8 people, with reserved padded seats in the stadium, halftime hospitality in the Platinum lounge and a parking sticker inside the stadium.

    Uganda needs a point from the remaining two group games to seal qualification to AFCON 2025 in Morocco.

    The Uganda Cranes currently lead Group K on 10 points, two ahead of South Africa while Congo and South Sudan have four and zero points respectively.

  • Media Accreditation: Uganda Vs South Africa

    Media Accreditation: Uganda Vs South Africa

    FUFA wishes to inform you that the application process for accreditation to cover the AFCON Qualifier 2025 match between Uganda and South Africa on Friday 15th November 2024 is open via the FUFA Media Channel.

    Media – FUFA: Federation of Uganda Football Associations

    Media members are advised to log into their respective accounts to apply.

    Application for the AFCON Qualifier 2025 match between Uganda and South Africa closes on 3rd November 2024 at 11:59 PM.

  • FUFA Talent Identification Scouting Course starts in Njeru

    FUFA Talent Identification Scouting Course starts in Njeru

    Following a successful launch of FUFA Talend ID Framework on September 27th by the FUFA President at FUFA (https://fufauganda.com/talent-id-framework-launched/) ,FUFA under the football development department has started the first ever Football Scouting Course at FUFA Technical Centre in Njeru.

    The course is a 16-hours’ Grade 4 Scouts Qualification that is blended with class, field practice and video review sessions for talent scouting purposes. During the course, a practice match of U14 players from Rays of Grace shall play a demonstration match where each of the 24 trainee scouts shall be assigned a player from the team lists to scout on. Thereafter, a video match featuring U15 National youth team match shall be watched by participants for understanding the alternative of scouting from a video as well.

    Participants attending the course are invitees from all the 8 FUFA Regional Football Associations making a total of 24.

    FUFA Talent ID framework is part of FUFA Technical Master Plan 2023-2030 and forms a base of talent pathway where identification is the premier function before being channelled into elite development path.

    The program is funded under FIFA Talent Development Scheme, a dedicated support program for talent development from FIFA that was initiated following the Analysis of Global Talent Eco-system by FIFA in all its member association with an aim of “increasing global competitiveness” 

    Under FUFA Talent ID Framework, FUFA aims to train and install at least one football scout in each of the District in Uganda where every talent shall be given a chance. A fully dedicated online platform that scouts shall be accessing to profile scouted talent has been designed and its up and running.

    As part of the course in Njeru, trainee scouts shall be taken through the platform before each returning to his/her Region with access credentials on the system. They will then start right away to scout from the various FUFA Organized competitions (done by FUFA and its members) as well as FUFA Authorized Competitions (done by the various entities outside FUFA Membership)

    The course is being facilitated by Petros Koukouras, a staff in the Football Development department at FUFA, Ali Mwebe -the FUFA Football Development Director and FUFA Education Officer Jackson Nyima.

    List of participants

    1. Kintu Nimrod

    2. Nandala Nassur

    3. Gama Henry

    4. Sserumaga Peter

    5. Nsobya Mark

    6. Omara Francis

    7. Imran Mpaata

    8. Opio Richard

    9. Ndayambaze Alex

    10. Issa Ssempijja

    11. Kibina Stephen

    12. Nassiwa Claire

    13. Nayebare Anitah

    14. Papira Anthony

    15. Muwanguzi Joel

    16. Kakuddu Frank

    17. Murungi Diana

    18. Vudriko Vincent

    19. Waiswa Hamuza

    20. Masembe Adam

    21. Nkojo Kenneth

    22. Eliatu Joy

    23. Etyang Silver

    24. Muktar Omar

    A number of technical initiatives to develop the scouted talent boys and girls are under design and these include;

    National football philosophy

    Player development curriculum 

    Regional training centres 

    “FIFA has created a golden opportunity of the annual FIFA U17 World cup for men and women national teams and moreover expanded in number, as member associations, we have to position ourselves to grab this opportunity, one of the ways of getting FUFA set for this opportunity is to get the talent at appropriate age for development, this is why we have championed FUFA Talent ID Framework as one of the TMP projects and FIFA TDS” said Ali Mwebe FUFA Football Development Director

    “We therefore implore our first ever 24 trained and qualified Grade 4 scouts to return to their Regions and start giving the talented boys and girls a chance”

  • Finance Trust Bank FUFA Women Super League: Amus College rout Wakiso Hill as Kampala Queens, She Corporate falter

    Finance Trust Bank FUFA Women Super League: Amus College rout Wakiso Hill as Kampala Queens, She Corporate falter

    Finance Trust Bank FUFA Women Super League

    Matchday Four| Results

    Kampala Queens FC 0-0 Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC

    Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC 1-0 Makerere Women FC

    Lady Doves FC 2-1 She Corporate FC

    FC Tooro Queens 0-1 Rines SS WFC

    Amus College WFC 4-0 Wakiso Hill WFC

    Olila High School WFC 0-0 She Maroons FC

    She Corporate FC and Kampala Queens FC had a weekend to forget following their dismal performance on matchday four.

    Kampala Queens failed to find a breakthrough against a resilient Uganda Martyrs side with the game ending in a barren statement.

    With just four games played, the Queens of Soccer have already dropped four points.

    In the same breath, She Corporate suffered their second defeat of the season, falling to Lady Doves in Masindi.

    Despite taking the lead at halftime through Jesca Namanda, She Corporate conceded twice with Evelyn Nandera and Dorcus Kwikiriza scoring a goal each for the home side.

    Newcomers Amus College outwitted Wakiso Hill at with a 4-0 score line. Shayline Ikalakala and Doreen Aujat scoring a brace each.

    Rines fought hard to earn a 1-0 win over FC Tooro Queens courtesy of Phionah Arach’s goal.

    Elsewhere, Olila High School and She Maroons FC played out a goalless draw in Soroti while reigning ChamChampions Kawempe Muslim maintained their perfect start with a 1-0 win over Makerere University, the goal that came from Hadijjah Nandago.

  • Uganda Cranes Win against West Nile Region Select Team

    Uganda Cranes Win against West Nile Region Select Team

    Hinged on taking the players closer to the fans in the different regions, the Uganda Cranes played against the West Nile Select Team in Yumbe District today 20th October 2024 in a match that ended 2-1 in their favour.

    An early goal from Vipers SC Defender Patrick Mbowa in the 8th minute determined the first-half result for the Sam Ssimbwa-coached side.

    A few minutes after the start of the second half, Police FC’s Denis Kalanzi scored to double the cranes lead.

    The host team pulled one back in the 81st minute through Khalid Odagiu.

    While making his remarks, FUFA Executive Committee Member Ariga Rasoul warmly welcomed the team to the West Nile Region.

  • Squad for Uganda Cranes West Nile Region Tour

    Squad for Uganda Cranes West Nile Region Tour

    The Uganda Cranes squad for the West Nile Region Tour has been named. The match is scheduled for Sunday, October 20th 2024 at Yumbe Booma Grounds, Yumbe District.

    The team will leave Cranes Paradise Hotel in Kisaasi on Saturday morning and reside in Arua City.

    Squad

     PLAYERCLUB
    1Derrick Ochan (GK)URA
    2Kasibante Edward (GK)URA
    3Bwambale LazaroKitara
    4Katongole FaroukPolice
    5Mbowa PatrickVipers
    6Mukundane HillaryVipers
    7Fiat CleophusSoltilo Bright Stars
    8Saidi KyeyuneExpress
    9Isaac Ogwang Police
    10Gagganga GeoffreyExpress
    11Atukunda TonnyVilla
    12Kitegenyi GodfreyMbarara City
    13Joseph Akandanaho Mbarara City
    14Amis Bwangani URA
    15Otto DanielURA
    16Namanya NormanURA
    17Hudu Mulikyi URA
    18Moses AliroURA
    19Hassan Ssenyonjo Wakiso G
    20Ssali Alpha Express
    21Kalanzi DenisPolice
    22Walusimbi EnockURA
  • Coach Botes names squad to face DR Congo in International friendlies

    Coach Botes names squad to face DR Congo in International friendlies

    Uganda Women’s National Football Team Head Coach, Sheryl Botes has named a provisional squad of 38 players ahead of the two friendly games against Democratic Republic of Congo.

    The Crested Cranes will face DR Congo on 27th and 30th October with both games to be played in Kinshasa.

    The team summoned has five goalkeepers, ten defenders, thirteen midfielders and nine forwards.

    The players will enter residential camp on Saturday, 19th October and training will commence the next day.

    The coach confirmed that the foreign based players are expected to join the squad by 21st October.

    Botes believes the two games will help the team get in perfect shape ahead of CECAFA Women’s Championship slated for November in Ethiopia.

    “We last had an engagement in December last year and I believe we needed competitive games to see the level of players. Unfortunately, we couldn’t compete at the COSAFA Championships due to reasons beyond us but thankfully, DR Congo allowed to have two friendly games with us.” She stated.

    Goalkeepers

    Ruth Aturo (Vihiga Queens FC), Daphine Nyayenga (Fortuna Hjorring), Daisy Nakaziro (Kampala Queens FC), Molly Naava Nabitaka (She Corporate FC), Sharon Kaidu (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC), Hadijah Nalongo (She Corporate FC)

    Defenders

    Shadia Nankya (Tutankhamun FC), Bridget Nabisaalu (Modern Sports FC), Phiona Nabulime (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Jamirah Nabulime (Kampala Queens FC), Maureen Kimono (Kampala Queens FC), Cissy Nakate (She Corporate FC), Shakirah Nankwanga (Kampala Queens FC), Jolly Kobusinge (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Docus Lwalisa (Olila High School WFC), Angel Awuki Kigongo (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC)

    Midfielders

    Joan Nabirye (FC Spartak Moscow), Phiona Nabbumba (Boldklubben Af 1893), Teddy Najjuma (Kampala Queens FC), Zabina Namboozo (Amus College WFC), Yuster Kayesu (Rines SS WFC), Shamirah Nalugya (Kampala Queens FC), Brenda Munyana (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC), Sandra Nantumbwe (Athletic Club Bihor), Doreen Nakayiwa (She Maroons FC), Violah Nambi (Napoli FC), Peace Muduwa(Kampala Queens FC), Hadijah Nandago (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC)

    Forwards

    Fazilah Ikwaput (Gokulam Kerala FC), Sandra Nabweteme (Santos Laguna Femenil), Joanita Ainembabazi (New Heroes Queens FC), Resty Nanziri (Boldklubben Af 1893), Sylvia Kabene (St. Noa WFC), Agnes Nabukenya (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Immaculate Kizza (She Maroons FC), Mastulah Atuhaire (FC Tooro Queens), Jesca Namanda (She Corporate FC)

    Meanwhile Botes has confirmed that for every National team camp, a local coach (male or female) attached to women football will be invited to join the squad for knowledge sharing starting with this international break. For this particular camp, Collins Ahumuza of UCU Lady Cardinals was considered.

    The Team Officials

    Head coach: Sheryl Ulanda Botes

    Assistant Coach – Ayikoh Charles Lukula

    Goalkeeping Coach – David Ribeiro

    Sports Scientist-Ashely Clifford De Beer

    Assistant Coach- Ahumuza Collins (Trainee for Knowledge sharing)

    Video analyst- Nsubuga Allan Magunda

    Sports Scientist-Kyesimira Arthur

    Team Doctor – Kabatalindwa Mable

    Team Physiotherapist – Kyasiimire Darlian

    Team Manager/Safeguarding Officer – Namusisi Joan

    Equipment Manager – Nakiguba Cissy Gaudensia

    Media Officer – Mutebi Julius

  • Uganda Hippos Eye AFCON spot in Semifinal Clash Against Hosts Tanzania

    Uganda Hippos Eye AFCON spot in Semifinal Clash Against Hosts Tanzania

    Uganda Hippos will take on hosts Tanzania on Friday, at the KMC Stadium in a highly anticipated semifinal of the CECAFA AFCON U20 Zonal Qualifiers.

    A victory for either team will secure them a spot at the AFCON U20 final tournament slated for January next year in Ivory Coast.

    The Hippos head into this clash unbeaten, having topped Group B with seven points from three matches while Tanzania finished second in Group A, behind Kenya.

    Uganda’s head coach, Mathias Lule and team captain Toto Majub, both predict a tough and physical encounter given Tanzania’s home advantage.

    However, they remain confident about emerging victorious and booking their place in the final tournament.

    “I believe we are in perfect shape to face Tanzania. I know it is never easy to play against hosts but we have prepared the team well to execute the task at hand.” Said Lule.

    On the other hand, skipper Majub said, “ we want to qualify for AFCON and that is our target as players. We are confident and optimistic that this will happen.”

    All eyes will be on the tournament’s standout performer, forward John Paul Dembe who has netted four goals for the Hippos thus far.

    The team is also aiming to win this trophy for a third consecutive time having triumphed in the previous two editions held in Tanzania and Sudan in 2020 and 2022 respectively.

    Should the game end in a draw after normal time, extra time will be played to determine the winner.

    Both finalists will secure automatic qualification to the AFCON U20 final tournament.

  • Uganda Cranes edge closer to AFCON 2025 qualification with victory away to South Sudan

    Uganda Cranes edge closer to AFCON 2025 qualification with victory away to South Sudan

    Uganda Cranes moved closer to earning qualification to Africa Cup of Nations 2025 after securing a 2-1 win over South Sudan at Juba Stadium on Tuesday.

    Despite a heavy downpour that ascended to Juba both before and during the game, Uganda showed character to secure all three points.

    Ugandans in South Sudan turned up in big numbers and indeed made their presence felt amidst the harsh weather conditions.

    Coach Paul Put made three changes from the team that had started at Mandela National Stadium last week.

    Taddeo Lwanga, Allan Okello and Derrick Nsibambi all started ahead of Ronald Ssekiganda, Travis Mutyaba and Jude Ssemugabi.

    Right from onset, Uganda proved the stronger side and made several inroads at the South Sudan goal.

    The pressure eventually yielded fruits at the quarter hour mark when Denis Omedi was at the end of a well structured move.

    Okello drove towards goal from the right wing and his through pass met Omedi who fired a low drive into the back of the net.

    The lead however lasted a few minutes with South Sudan equalizing through Yohanna Paulinho.

    At the start of the second half, coach Put made a change, introducing Mutyaba in place of Okello.

    The change paid off with Mutyaba’s delivery from a free kick in the 65th minute headed by Ssemugabi before deflecting off South Sudan’s Alfred Leku into the back of the net.

    The Uganda Cranes held onto the lead throughout the remaining minutes to eventually claim victory.

    The result means Uganda leads Group K on 10 points and need just a point from the remaining two games.

    The next window in November will see Uganda hosting South Africa on 15th November before ending the campaign away to Congo.

  • Finance Trust Bank FUFA Women Super League: Uganda Martyrs pick first win as Kawempe remain perfect

    Finance Trust Bank FUFA Women Super League: Uganda Martyrs pick first win as Kawempe remain perfect

    Finance Trust Bank FUFA Women Super League
    Matchday Three Results

    Makerere University WFC 0-0 Kampala Queens FC
    Rines SS WFC 1-1 Amus College FC
    Wakiso Hill WFC 1-1 Lady Doves FC
    Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC 1-0 FC Tooro Queens FC
    She Maroons FC 0-1 Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC

    Uganda Martyrs finally picked their first win of the season, after overcoming newly promoted FC Tooro Queens on matchday three.

    In the game played on Saturday at the Bugolobi Coffee Grounds, Uganda Martyrs nicked a hard fought 1-0 win courtesy of Auki Kigongo.

    The result gave Lubaga a sigh of relief following their dismal performance in the opening two games which they lost to She Corporate FC and She Maroons FC.

    Reigning Champions continued with their impressive start to the new season, picking their third win in as many games.

    The Valley Warriors overcame She Maroons 1-0 in Luzira on Sunday thanks to Shadia Nabirye’s early strike.

    Agnes Nabukenya had an opportunity to get onto the score sheet for Kawempe but she missed her strike from the spot.

    The other games played on Matchday three ended in draws with Kampala Queens playing out a barren draw at Makerere University.

    Rines SS had to rally from a goal down to salvage a point against Amus College. Shayline Opisa had given Amus the lead but Phiona Arach levelled matters in the second half.

    Wakiso Hill WFC and Lady Doves also played out a one-all draw with Anita Tezikya scoring for the former while Lydia Nyandera got the goal for visiting Lady Doves.

    Action continues this weekend with matchday four action from various grounds.

  • AFCON Qualifiers 2025: Uganda Cranes Team Departs for Juba Today

    AFCON Qualifiers 2025: Uganda Cranes Team Departs for Juba Today

    The team, led by Ankunzire Frank, departs from Entebbe International Airport today at 1510hrs (EAT) aboard Uganda Airlines and will arrive in Juba at 1510hrs (SSD time).

    The delegation includes 20 officials, among them Head Coach Paul Put, and 27 players.

    The FUFA President, Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim, will travel tomorrow (Monday) in time to attend the team’s final training session and address the players in the evening before the match against South Sudan on Tuesday.

    Players

    1. Watenga Isima Bin Abdul Rashid
    2. Alionzi Nafian Legason
    3. Lukwago Charles
    4. Kizito Mugweri Gavin
    5. Semakula Kenneth
    6. Muleme Isaac
    7. Mwere Nicholas
    8. Kayondo Abdul Aziizi
    9. Mugabi Bevis Kristofer Kizito
    10. Awany Timothy Denis
    11. Lwaliwa Halidi
    12. Odong Arnold
    13. Capradossi Elio
    14. Khalid Aucho
    15. Byaruhanga Bobosi
    16. Lwanga Tadeo
    17. Ssekiganda Ronald
    18. Okello Allan
    19. Mutyaba Travis
    20. Mayanja Saidi
    21. Omedi Denis
    22. Ssemugabi Jude
    23. Kwikiriza Shafik Nana
    24. Mato Rogers Kassim
    25. Nsibambi Derrick Paul
    26. Mukwala Steven Dese
    27. Kabuye Hope Calvin Ddamulira

    Officials

    1. Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim – FUFA President
    2. Mukatabala Paul Nantulya – National Team Officer
    3. Ankunzire Frank – Head of Delegation
    4. Put Paul Joseph – Head Coach
    5. Ssimbwa Sam Bamweyana – Assistant Coach
    6. Oste Gerry Djrk – Goalkeeping Coach
    7. De Wilde Sven Lydia Louis – Performance Manager
    8. Denis Mathieu Ghislan – Physical Fitness Coach
    9. Sevenhant Jelle Luca – Video Analyist
    10. Parmienter Arno – Physiotherapist
    11. Naudts Arthur Frank – Fitness Coach
    12. Depraetere Arnaud Rene – Sports Doctor
    13. Nakabago Emmanuel – Team Doctor
    14. Massa Geofrey – Team Cordinator
    15. Mulondo Samuel – Kit Manager
    16. Bashir Ibrahim – Team Communications Officer
    17. Kazibwe Ashraf – FUFA Tv
    18. Ndibassa Stone Kyambadde – FUFA Delegate
    19. Nshekanabo Gasheka – FUFA Delegate
    20. Kesiime Phiona – FUFA Secretariat
    21. Katende Fred Malibu – Office of the FA President
  • AFCON 2025 Qualifiers: Uganda Cranes edge South Sudan at Namboole

    AFCON 2025 Qualifiers: Uganda Cranes edge South Sudan at Namboole

    Uganda Cranes earned a slim win over neighbours South Sudan on Friday at Mandela National Stadium to keep the dream of participating at the 2025 TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations alive.

    In a closely contest game played under the floodlights, Bevis Mugabi’s sole strike in the second half eventually separated the two teams.

    Uganda started the better side and created several chances with Rogers Mato, Denis Omedi and Jude Ssemugabi all coming close in intervals.

    However, South Sudan defended resiliently to keep Uganda at bay in the opening 45 minutes.

    The breakthrough and eventual decider came two minutes after recess when Mugabi pounced onto a rebound from close range.

    Substitute Allan Okello who came on alongside Bobosi Byaruhanga just after the break in place of Travis Mutyaba and Ronald Ssekiganda respectively provided the much needed spark.

    Okello’s short corner kick was well received by Omedi who returned the pass to the former and Mugabi was well stationed to connect home after South Sudan’s goalkeeper had saved the initial headed effort from Ssemugabi.

    Despite efforts from South Sudan to salvage a point in the closing stages, Uganda Cranes defended resiliently to bag all three points.

    Defender Halidi Lwaliwa had to make a goal line clearance to deny South Sudan deep in stoppage time.

    The result means Uganda and South Africa lead group K on seven points apiece while Congo and South Sudan have three and zero points respectively.

    Uganda and South Sudan will face off again on Tuesday next week at Juba Stadium.