Uganda Cranes coach Milutin ‘Micho’ Sredojevich will address the sports media tomorrow (Wednesday) at 10 am during the weekly FUFA press conference in Mengo.
The Serbian will be at hand to answer any questions related to the Uganda Cranes performance over the weekend.
He will also release the training proramme for the return leg against Madagascar due 31st May, 2014 at Mandela National stadium.
Photo: Cranes coach to address the media on Wednesday at FUFA House.
Uganda Cranes team returned home safely an hour ago. They landed at Entebbe International Airport at 7pm today.
They will embark on another journey starting wednesday for the preparations to take on Madagascar in the return leg on 31st May, 2014 at Namboole stadium.
FUFA BIG LEAGUE:
Wed 21st May, 2014 (All matches at Lugogo)
Match 211: Kirinya Jinja SS VS Baza Holdings – 1:30 PM
Match 212: Rweshama FC VS Mutundwe Lions – 4:00 PM
Sat, 24/05/2014
DECIDER: WINNER M#211 VS WINNER M#212 – 1:30PM
Final of Elgon Vs Rwenzori groups:
Sadolin Paint FC VS Lweza FC Lugogo – 4:30PM
Saturday June 7, 2014 UGANDA CUP FINALS-Mbale Municipal Stadium
The FUFA competitions committee has released the dates for the semifinals and finals of the FUFA Big league.
All the matches will be played at KCCA stadium in Lugogo. This Wednesday, there will be two games.
Kirinya Jinja s.s plays Baza Holdings in the first game of the day at 1 :3o pm before Rwenshama/KJT plats Mutundwe Lions in the second match of the day later at 4 pm.
The finals will take place on Saturday, 24th May 2014 with the deciding game to determine the third side to join Sadolin Paints and Lweza first at 1:30 pm.
The match to declare the champion of the 2013/14 FUFA big league will take place on the same day at the same venue at 4 pm between Sadolin Paints (topped Elgon group) and Lweza (topped Rwenzori group).
Meanwhile, there will be a meeting for all the 6 clubs at FUFA House tomorrow Tuesday May 20, 2014 at Fufa House starting 2:00pm.
“This will be attended by at least the team manager of each club”, an official statement signed by competitions head, Ali Mwebe says.
The Uganda Cup finals between KCC and URA will take place at the Mbale Municipal stadium on the 7th June 2014.
PHOTO: Baza Holdings’ captain Johnson Akileng (right in Blue) will face Jinja Ss Kirinya in the FUFA Big League play off first semi final this Wednesday at Lugogo.
Photo Credit: FUFA Communications department
City Tyres Chenga Challenge-Lira regional finals
Gulu Junior Academy won the opening regional qualifier of the 12th edition of the City Tyres Chenga U-14 football tournament held in Lira.
On top of the trophy, Gulu Junior Academy also clinched the title that came forth with a cash reward of 700,000/= after beating Soccer Young Warriors 3 – 0 in the finals.
On top of producing the tournament’s most Valuable player, Ivan Ocen, Gulu Junior Academy also had the top Scorer, Denis Oloya Denis who scored 8 goals.
The next qualifiers will be held in Arua district this coming Saturday 24th May, 2014.
Group A:
Abako Young stars
Arocha
Destiny Sports Academy
Onotee Young stars
Group B:
Gulu Junior Academy
Soccer Young Warriors
Kinyara Sugar U-14
Results:
Abako 0-1 Soccer Young Warriors
Destiny 2-0 Onotee
Gulu 3-0 Soccer Young Warriors
Onottee 3-0 Arocha
Abako 0-2 Destiny
Gulu 1-0 Kinyara
Arocha 0-5 Destiny
Onotee 0-0 Abako
Kinyara 0-0 Soccer Young Warriors
Semifinals:
Destiny 0 (4) – 0 (6) Soccer Young Warriors
Onotee 0 – 3 Gulu Junior Academy 0-3
Final: Gulu 3-0 Soccer Young Warriors
Team/Individual Awards:
Champions: Gulu Junior Academy
Runner up: Soccer Young Warriors
MVP: Ocen Ivan-Gulu Junior Academy-trophy
Top Scorer: Oloya Denis -8 goals (Gulu Junior Academy)
Best Goalkeeper : Opio Abraham –Destiny Sports Academy –trophy
PHOTO: Gulu Junior Academy players celebrate with the main trophy and the 1,000,000 cash prize money at Lira over the weekend.
Season 4 of the Airtel Rising stars kicks off in Soroti and Masindi
Masindi Winners: Premier s.s (Boys and Girls)
Soroti Winners: AS Roma (Girls) and Amuria Crane City (Boys)
As the Season 4 of the Airtel Rising Stars U-17 football tourney successfully kicked off over the weekend, FUFA technical director, Asuman Lubowa, who watched the games live in Soroti was left awed by the massive talents of the youngsters.
“This is great for football development. We at FUFA are keenly looking at such grass root programmes to help nurture and follow up the awesome talented youngsters”, Lubowa said.
There was action in the FUFA regions of Eastern and Western at the Soroti and Masindi grounds respectively.
Masindi stadium and Boma grounds hosted the Bunyoro Kitara region that totaled to over 30 boys and girls teams.
Frank Video Anyau alongside Christine Wanyana (girls) and Hakim Magumba (boys) were the chief scouts in Masindi.
In Soroti, Hadija Namuyanja a.k.a Lady Mourinho and Phillip Obwinyi were the chief girls and boys scouts respectively.
“Airtel Rising Stars and The Airtel Africa Championship are committed to growing grassroots football in Africa. We believe emphatically that nurturing young talent is the means by which we will ensure the foundations of the game in this country stay strong.” Airtel’s Noella Byuma who was in Masindi said.
Airtel Money Soroti area zonal manager, Joseph Okolot commended the tourney.
“The tournament builds capacity for sports officials while offering quality entertainment, excitement and fun to millions of soccer loving fans across the nation, especially the youth.” said Okolot.
Each winning team received Ug.shs 1,000,000, winners’ gold medals with a trophy while the runners’ up got Ug.shs 300,000 each.
Each of the two finalists got a brand new pair of uniforms while individual excelling players were rewarded with different prizes.
Each of the regions will come up with one strong team of 16 members each who will compete at the national finals in Fort Portal between 26th – 30th June 2014.
The next regional qualifiers will be held at Luwero and Arua play grounds this weekend (23rd – 25th May 2014).
Airtel Uganda is the official sponsor of the Uganda Cranes football team.
Photo: FUFA technical director, Asuman Lubow (right) with chief scout Harunah Kebba watching the Airtel Rising Stars in Soroti district over the weekend.
Photo credits: BluFlamingo
PEPSI NATIONAL BEACH SOCCER LEAGUE CLIMAXES AT LIDO, ENTEBBE
Finals: Kira Young 7 – 6 Nkumba Select
3rd Place match: MUBS 4 – 2 Real Galacticos
Relegation decider: Richmond Strikers 6 – 2 Zai Plaza
It was all smiles for Kira Young beach soccer football club as they won the 2013/14 national beach soccer crown at Lido beach resort on Sunday.
Kira Young beat Nkumba Select 7 – 6 in a tense but thrilling finale watched by a mammoth gathering.
Patrick Kaddu will never forget a memorable day on the sand as he single handedly notched 5 goals.
They were supplemented by a brace from Ashadu Bugembe, often used as a goal keeper in the team’s set up that plays in the FUFA Super league.
Nkumba Select’s Roch Somoka, utilized this last fixture of the season to climber the tally of his personal goals with a quadruple to finish top of all scorers in the entire season with 30 goals on his personal account.
Diminutive striker, Allan Zirimenya and team skipper Douglas Muganga got the other goals for Nkumba Select to finish as runners up on their debut season.
In the third place place off match, MUBS beat Real Galacticos 4 – 2. Brian Nkuubi got a brace before Benson Ocen and Peter Kasujja notched one apiece.
Richmond strikers survived the jaws of relegation after overcoming Zai Plaza 6 – 2. Defender Paul Lwere notched a hat trick before goals from Kevin prince (2) and Richard Muleme cake icing strike sealed their fortunes.
Zai’s consolations came off the efforts of the Peter duo of Wasswa and Ssali.
The expectant spectators were not not treated to fancy action on the sand, there were lots of entertainment options.
From video games on large Pepsi screens, dancing competitions, fun challenges (ball juggling and shooting) all added to the already electric atmosphere charged by the DJ Shiru as he spinned the Music c.ds.
Musician Bebe Wine and Fille thrilled the spectators with an energetic performance thereafter the trophy and medal presentation ceremony.
Crown Beverages under the Pepsi brand sponsored the league organized by Uganda Beach Soccer Association (UBSA) under the close supervision of the football ruling body in the country, FUFA.
Awards:
MVP: John Revita (Real Galacticos)
Best Goalie: Arnold Matanda (Kira Young)
Top Scorer: Roch Somoka (Nkumba Select) – 30 goals
Best Coach: Harunah Kebba (Kira Young)
PHOTO: 2013/14 Pepsi national Beach Soccer league champions, Kira Young celebrate with their trophy on the sand at Lido beach, Entebbe.
Hamis Diego Kiiza who played the entire game for Uganda Cranes against Madagascar this afternoon netted a penalty in added time of the second half but the visitors lost 2-1 in the 1st leg second round qualifier of the 2015 AFCON campaign.
Cranes coach Milutin Micho Sredojevich named an attack minded team as per his earlier promise before flying out of the country on Friday morning.
Kiiza was one of the players named in attack together with Martin Mutumba and Emma Okwi. The midfield had Hassan Wasswa, Baba kizito and Khalid Aucho.
The back line was commanded by captain Andy Mwesigwa and Henry Kalungi in central deface while Denis Iguma at right full back and Joseph Ochaya on the left.m
There was a big and memorable moment for Vipers keeper Ismail Watenga aged just 19 as he was handed his senior debut.
He never disappointed in a game that also saw Fufa super league top scorer Francis Olaki who plays for Soana Fc feature in Madagascar.
Back to the goals, Cranes conceded as early as the 10th and 29th minutes of the game for the home side to take a surprise 2-0 lead.
Kalungi brought down danger man Fabrice Angio for Madagascar to take 1-0 lead from the penalty spot.
Nine minutes later the islanders side doubled their advantage through Njiva Rakotoharimalala.
Half time ended 2-0.
Second half saw Olaki and Brian Majwega come on for Martin Mutumba and Hassan Wasswa respectively.
Second half belonged to the Uganda Cranes as they piled pressure but a disciplined Madagascar defense could not succumb to the pressure.
However late in the game, Daniel Serunkuma came on for Ochaya as the Cranes were desperately looking for that important away strike.
They were paid off with the late surge of pressure that saw a Madagascar defender Tobisoa Njakanirina handle the ball in the penalty area. South African referee Victor Gomes pointed to the penalty spot.
Kiiza stepped up to take the vital kick for Cranes to reduce the deficit.
The return leg will be played on 31st May at Namboole Stadium.
Cranes returns home on Monday night and resume training on Wednesday
Sun 18th May 2014
Madagascar Vs Uganda
3pm (Same time as in Uganda and Madagascar)
Venue: Stade Rabemananjara – Mahajanga (Artificial turf)
Match officials: Ref: Victor Gomes Miguel (RSA)
Ass Ref 1: Stevens Khumalo Mothibidi (RSA)
Ass Ref 2: Sandile Dili Kane (RSA)
Fourth Official: Victor Lungwani Tinyiko
Match commissioner: Gladmore Muzambi (Zimbabwe)
By Fred Katende in Madagascar
Uganda Cranes Media Officer
The National senior team-Uganda Cranes finally got the feel of the artificial turf they will be playing on when they take on home side Madagascar at the Stade Rabemananjara – Mahajanga in the first leg second round 2015 AFCON qualification campaign tomorrow afternoon.
The Uganda Cranes training session was watched by a cross section of home fans.
Uganda Cranes coach Milutin ‘Micho’ Sredejovich is confident his players can pick up a good result to keep them in the driving seat for the return leg on 31st May at Mandela National stadium.
No injuries were reported as the Serbian has a full 18 man squad available for selection.
The Cranes players had a one hour training session as stipulated in the CAF rules for a visiting team to use the host stadium on the eve of the match.
Cranes’ dream is to appear at Nations cup finals for the first time since 1978 at the continent’s premier football tournament.
Meanwhile in his final training session at Namboole on Thursday evening, Micho’s emphasis was on the technical and tactical acumen.
‘We handled the session of drills very well and I feel we’re comfortable’ said Micho shortly after the final training session at Namboole stadium.
‘We must be tactically prepared, mentally mature and technically fit if we are to beat Madagascar at their home soil’ emphasized Micho.
Cranes will have to do the job minus some of the key players Denis Onyango, Ondongkara Robert, midfield maestros Tony Maweje and Oloya Moses plus striker Geoffrey Massa. Injuries took their toll on the stars.
The Serb has repeatedly said that Uganda is endowed with abundant sports talent.
‘We need all people to be together if we are to fulfill our dream of qualifying for 2015 AFCON in Morocco’ said Micho after he named his 35 man squad three weeks at FUFA house in Mengo
It is not clear who will be the happier of two at the end of the match tomorrow. Will it be Auguste Raux or Micho?
The Cranes have a huge advantage over Madagascar. The latest FIFA ranking put Uganda at 86th while Madagascar 189th.
Man to watch (Uganda) – Emanuel Okwi, he has established himself into a reliable asset in Micho’s time as coach of Cranes so far. His versatility and dribbling skills doing it at a higher tempo on the field of play has seen various defenders sweat to stop him. He plies his trade in Tanzania with Young Africans.
Squad for selection: Goal Keepers: Hamza Muwonge (Thika United – Kenya) and Ismail Watenga (Vipers SC – Uganda)
Defenders: Denis Iguma (SCVU), Joseph Ochaya (Asante Kotoko – Ghana), Savio Kabugo (SCVU), Henry Kalungi (Richmond Kickers – US), Andrew Mwesigwa (Ordabasy FC – Kazakhstan) and Isaac Isinde (St. George – Ethiopia)
Midfielders: Luwagga Kizito (Sporting Covilha – Portugal), Martin Mutumba (Turkey), Khalid Aucho (Tusker FC – Kenya), Geofrey ‘Baba’ Kizito (Gor Mahia – Kenya), Hassan Wasswa and Brian Majwega (KCC FC)
Strikers: Hamis Kiiza (Yanga SC – TZ), Daniel Sserunkuma (Gor Mahia FC – Kenya), Francis Olaki (Soana FC) and Emmanuel Okwi (Yanga SC – TZ)
Additional reporting by Joseph Mutaka
Photos: Cranes final training session at Stade Rabemananjara – Mahajanga (Artificial turf) in Madagascar
Sun 18th May 2014
Madagascar Vs Uganda
3pm (Same time as in Uganda and Madagascar)
Venue: Stade Rabemananjara – Mahajanga (Artificial turf)
Match officials: Ref: Victor Gomes Miguel (RSA)
Ass Ref 1: Stevens Khumalo Mothibidi (RSA)
Ass Ref 2: Sandile Dili Kane (RSA)
Fourth Official: Victor Lungwani Tinyiko
Match commissioner: Gladmore Muzambi (Zimbabwe)
By Joseph Mutaka
Uganda Cranes Media Officer (CHAN)
The National senior team-Uganda Cranes will face an unpredictable test from the COSAFA playing nation-Madagascar when they kick start their 2015 AFCON qualification campaign tomorrow. Having left their residential base at Sky Hotel in Nalya in the wee hours of Friday Morning, the Cranes finally arrived at their final destination in Majunga where the game will be played at the Stade Rabemananjara. Uganda Cranes coach Milutin ‘Micho’ Sredejovich is convinced that his team can bring down the islanders.
But it must be noted that Uganda has not beaten a COSAFA playing nation in the last three outings whose nick name is The Barea.
In CHAN (tournament for players paying in the domestic leagues of their countries) Cranes drew with Zimbabwe. Their last two encounters with Zambia have ended in Chipolopolo’s favor (Zambia won on penalties at Namboole after a goalless draw) and a 2-1 win in a friendly early this year.
Cranes’ dream is to appear at the Nations cup finals for the first time since 1978 at the continent’s premier football tournament.
Micho’s side has had an excellent run in the recent past since the Serb took over from his compatriot Bobby Williamson who was relieved of his duties after failing to guide the Cranes to South Africa in 2013.
Micho has won 10 out of seventeen matches played so far under his stewardship drawing two and losing five in all competitions.
In his final training session at Namboole on Thursday evening, the Serb almost handled everything on the pitch before revealing the 18 man squad that traveled to Madagascar. Micho whose emphasis was on the technical and tactical acumen, said that his players were ready for the fixture.
‘We handled the session of drills very well and I feel we’re comfortable’ said Micho shortly after the final training session at Namboole stadium
‘We must be tactically prepared, mentally mature and technically fit if we are to beat Madagascar at their home soil’ emphasized Micho.
Cranes will have to do the job minus some of the key players Denis Onyango, Ondongkara Robert, midfield maestros Tony Maweje and Oloya Moses plus striker Geoffrey Massa. Injuries took their toll on the stars.
The Serb has repeatedly said that Uganda is endowed with abundant sports talent.
‘We need all people to be together if we are to fulfill our dream of qualifying for 2015 AFCON in Morocco’ said Micho after he named his 35 man squad three weeks at FUFA house in Mengo
It is not clear who will be the happier of two at the end of the match tomorrow. Will it be Auguste Raux or Micho?
The Cranes have a huge advantage over Madagascar. The latest FIFA ranking put Uganda at 86th while Madagascar 189th.
Man to watch (Uganda) – Emanuel Okwi, he has established himself into a reliable asset in Micho’s time as coach of Cranes so far. His versatility and dribbling skills doing it at a higher tempo on the field of play has seen various defenders sweat to stop him. He plies his trade in Tanzania with Young Africans.
Available Squad for selection:
Goal Keepers: Hamza Muwonge (Thika United – Kenya) and Ismail Watenga (Vipers SC – Uganda)
Defenders: Denis Iguma (SCVU), Joseph Ochaya (Asante Kotoko – Ghana), Savio Kabugo (SCVU), Henry Kalungi (Richmond Kickers – US), Andrew Mwesigwa (Ordabasy FC – Kazakhstan) and Isaac Isinde (St. George – Ethiopia)
Midfielders: Luwagga Kizito (Sporting Covilha – Portugal), Martin Mutumba (Turkey), Khalid Aucho (Tusker FC – Kenya), Geofrey ‘Baba’ Kizito (Gor Mahia – Kenya), Hassan Wasswa and Brian Majwega (KCC FC)
Strikers: Hamis Kiiza (Yanga SC – TZ), Daniel Sserunkuma (Gor Mahia FC – Kenya), Francis Olaki (Soana FC) and Emmanuel Okwi (Yanga SC – TZ)
Photo: Prayer moment-In bad or Good Times-God is always part of sports. The Cranes players seen in a short prayer t Njeru technical centre.
The 2 teams fight for their maiden beach soccer title
Sun, 18th May 2014:
Finals: Nkumba Select Vs Kira Young – 4pm
Exhibition Game: USPA Vs UBSA Members – 3 pm
3rd place: Real Galacticos Vs MUBS – 2 pm
Relegation decider: Zai Plaza Vs Richmond Strikers – Noon
The 2013/14 Pepsi national beach soccer league will climax on Sunday, 18th May 2014 at the Lido beach resort center in Entebbe.
Debutantes, Nkumba Select will play FUFA super league side, Kira Young in the final that will determine the winner of the trophy, gold medals and cash prize of Ug.shs. 2 M courtesy of the sponsors, Crown Beverages.
Nkumba Select topped the Hurriken group in the regular season with 39 points while Kira Young was best from the Monsoon group with 32 points.
“We expect a very colorful closing ceremony with lots of entertainment and various guests from the federation of Uganda Football Association (FUFA)”, Deo Mutabazi, President of Uganda Beach Soccer Association says.
Nkumba Select will bank on the goal scoring prowess of Roch Somoka (so far has 27, one short of Phillip Rwezawula of Mengo International) while Kira Young’s Ashadu Bugembe and mid season recruit, Ronald Lubega will be out to spur the side.
“I expect a fairly balanced game with lots of attacking options and thrills”, Kira Young’s coach, Harunah Kebba says.
His counterpart at Nkumba Select, Isa Assimwe is optimistic they will maintain the great regular season form that has seen them lose only a single game in 14 fixtures played all season round.
MUBS will play the Real Galacticos in the run for the third best placed team.
Relegation Decider:
With Fisheries Training Institute (from Hurriken) and Kabalagala Rangers (Monsoon) have been confirmed relegated, the struggle for the third side to know its fate will be between Zai Plaza and Richmond Strikers.
The loser will be relegated to the lower division.
St Lawrence University is the defending champion.
In the ladies’ affair, She Cooperate are champions having beaten 3 other sides, Doves, Mutesa I and Ajax in the 4 team league.
Musicians, Bobi Wine and Fille will perform to the spectators as DJ Shiru mixes the music.
There are lots of fun games and challenges lined up for the fans, who also stand to win lots of prizes.
The league is exclusively organized by FUFA in conjuction with UBSA.
Entrance to Lido beach is 5000/= but free to all students with I.D’s.
By Fred Katende in Madagascar (Uganda Cranes Media Officer)
1st leg Qualifier (2nd round)
Sun 18th May 2014
Madagascar Vs Uganda
3pm (Time in Madagascar, 2pm in Uganda)
Venue: Stade Rabemananjara – Mahajanga (Artificial turf)
The National senior soccer team-Uganda Cranes touched down in Madagascar after leaving Entebbe Airport at 5am today. The 25 man contingent landed at Ivato International Airport in Antananarivo before they headed to Le Suc Dela Ruche Hotel.
The team will leave tomorrow morning to embark on a 700Km journey by a domestic flight.
Uganda Cranes team will be received by the FUFA Executive Committee member Mr. Patrick Ogwel (Leader of Delegation) in Majunga town.
‘The weather is slightly harsh but I believe the boys will acclimatize in me for the game on Sunday’ said Ogwel.
‘The stadium’s capacity is very small. It can’t accommodate more than 8,000 fans’ added Ogwel.
Meanwhile Uganda Cranes Captain Andy Mwesigwa joined his teammates at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport before connecting to Madagascar.
The squad has
Hamza Muwonge
Ismail Watenga
Isaac Isinde
Denis Guma
Andy Mwesiagwa
Henry Kalungi
Savio Kabugo
Joseph Ochaya
Khalid Aucho
Geoffrey Baba Kizito
Brian Majwega
Luwagga Kizito
Martin Mutumba
Francis Olaki
Emma Okwi
Hamis Diego Kiiza
Dan Serunkuma
Hassan Wasswa
Team officials
Head coach- Milutin Sredojevich
Assistants-Fred Kajoba and Kefa Kisala
Team doctor -Ronald Kisolo
Leader Of delegation -Ogwel Patrick Bernard
Team Cordinator-Crispus Muyinda
Media officer -Fred Katende Malibu
Photo: Uganda Cranes coach meets his Captain at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi before the team connected to Madagascar.
Photo Credit: FUFA Communications department
Congratulations Kampala City Council Authority f.c – Sepp Blatter
Federation of International Football Associations (FIFA) president, Joseph Sepp Blatter has congratulated 2013/14 FUFA super league champions, Kampala City Council Authority (KCCA) football club upon winning their 10th league crown.
In a congratulatory message to FUFA president, Eng. Moses Magogo, Blatter is grateful for KCCA who won their 10th crown early this Month.
“On behalf of the world football community, I would like to thank Kampala City council for the excitement they bring to fans of the beautiful game, and wish them all the best for the future”, the message reads.
The letter adds, “Please convey my warmest wishes to all the players, the manager, the technical and medical staff as well as all of the team’s supporters, as each part of this organization have no doubt been instrumental in their club’s victory”.
KCCA won back to back league titles having clinched the crown in the 2012/13 season.
They will represent Uganda at the CAF Champion’s league once again.
PHOTO: Champions, Kampala City Council Authority f.c players celebrate with the FUFA Super league title on 6th May 2014 at the KCCA stadium. The title was their second in a row.
We are ready to fight for victory – Emmanuel Okwi
1st leg Qualifier (2nd round):
Sun 18TH May 2014
Madagascar Vs Uganda
3pm (Time in Madagascar, 2pm in Uganda)
Venue: Stade Rabemananjara – Mahajanga (Artificial turf)
Uganda Cranes vice captain, Emmanuel Okwi is confident of returning back with the three points after Sunday’s first leg second round 2015 Nations cup qualifier match against Madagascar at the Rabemananjara Stadium in Mahanga city.
“We are determined to give our best efforts and return home with victory”, Emma Okwi, told www.fufa.co.ug.
The team of 17 players and 7 officials left Entebbe International Airport on Friday morning at around 3: 00 a.m aboard Kenyan Airways.
Team skipper, Andrew Mwesigwa who plays professional football with Ordabasy football club in the Kazakhstan top premier league linked up with the team in Nairobi.
The match will be handledVictor Gomes Miguel who got a FIFA badge in 2011 will be the center referee. The 33 year Victor Gomes Miguel who was voted 2012 PSL referee of the year will be assisted by Stevens Khumalo Mothibidi and Sandile Dili Kane as linesmen.
Victor Lungwani Tinyiko will be the fourth official of the epic game that will be played on Sunday, while Zimbabwean Gladmore Muzambi will be the match commissioner.
The Uganda squad:
Goal Keepers:
Hamza Muwonge (Thika United – Kenya) and Ismail Watenga (Vipers SC – Uganda)
Defenders:
Denis Iguma (SCVU), Joseph Ochaya (Asante Kotoko – Ghana), Savio Kabugo (SCVU), Henry Kalungi (Richmond Kickers – US), Andrew Mwesigwa (Ordabasy FC – Kazakhstan) and Isaac Isinde (St. George – Ethiopia)
Midfielders:
Luwagga Kizito (Sporting Covilha – Portugal), Martin Mutumba (Turkey), Khalid Aucho (Tusker FC – Kenya), Geofrey ‘Baba’ Kizito (Gor Mahia – Kenya), Hassan Wasswa and Brian Majwega (KCC FC)
Strikers:
Hamis Kiiza (Yanga SC – TZ), Daniel Sserunkuma (Gor Mahia FC – TZ), Francis Olaki (Soana FC) and Emmanuel Okwi (Yanga SC – TZ)
Team officials:
Leader Of delegation -Ogwel Patrick Bernard
Head coach- Milutin Sredojevich
Assistants-Fred Kajoba and Kefa Kisala
Team doctor -Ronald Kisolo
Team Cordinator-Crispus Muyinda
Media manager -Fred Katende Malibu
PHOTO: Uganda Cranes vice captain, Emma Okwi addresses the media after the team’s last training in Uganda on Thursday evening.
1st leg Qualifier (2nd round):
Sun 18TH May 2014
Madagascar Vs Uganda
3pm (Time in Madagascar, 2pm in Uganda)
Venue: Stade Rabemananjara – Mahajanga (Artificial turf)
Uganda Cranes head coach Milutin ‘Micho’ Sredojevich has released the names of 18 players that will travel tomorrow morning for the first leg second round 2015 Nations cup qualifer match against Madagascar on Sunday.
The squad has
Hamza Muwonge
Ismail Watenga
Isaac Isinde
Denis Guma
Andy Mwesiagwa
Henry Kalungi
Savio Kabugo
Joseph Ochaya
Khalid Aucho
Geoffrey Baba Kizito
Brian Majwega
Luwagga Kizito
Martin Mutumba
Francis Olaki
Emma Okwi
Hamis Diego Kiiza
Dan Serunkuma
Hassan Wasswa
Team officials
Head coach- Milutin Sredojevich
Assistants-Fred Kajoba and Kefa Kisala
Team doctor -Ronald Kisolo
Leader Of delegation -Ogwel Patrick Bernard
Team Cordinator-Crispus Muyinda
Media manager -Fred Katende Malibu
Photo: L-R: Hassan Wasswa, Dan Serunkuma and Denis Guma have been named for the trip to Madagascar
1st leg Qualifier (2nd round):
Sun 18TH May 2014
Madagascar Vs Uganda
3pm (Time in Madagascar, 2pm in Uganda)
Venue: Stade Rabemananjara – Mahajanga (Artificial turf)
One of Uganda Cranes official partners Nile special, have today launched a campaign dubbed ‘Cranes na Mutima’ that seeks to rally support for the national team in the forth coming 2015 AFCON Campaign that kicks off this Sunday when Uganda plays Madagascar. The launch was held at the company’s headquarters in Luzira.
It was attended by the entire Uganda Cranes squad nd team officials preparing for the Sunday fixture, FUFA President Moss Magogo, FIFA Instructor-for Communications and Marketing Emy Casaletti and officials from Nile Breweries.
‘There is need to pick up our Cranes’ regalia and get behind teem’ said Nile special Sponsorship manager Isaac Sekasi.
‘We are aware of the heartache suffered by the nation following yet another nearly campaign last year. But this is our national team, We have to make a conscious decision to stick wit it no mater what happens. This is what we mean by Cranes na Mutima’ added Sekasi.
In the campaign launched today, Cranes will tour three upcountry destinations and play exhibition games with regional sect sides. The regions earmarked include West (Mbarara), Est (Mbale) and North (Gulu).
FUFA president Moses Magogo welcomed the tour referring to it as the perfect channel to reach every Cranes fan and grant them the opportunity to interact with the national team.
‘The team needs this positive vibe as it prepares for the tough qualification campaign. The players need to know that the rest of the nation still has faith in the team’s abilities to qualify for he next Nations cup finals’ said Magogo.
Magogo fuether did that the tour is one of the means of paying homage to the various regions that have massively contributed to the national team over the years.
Photos: all taken at Nile Breweries head quarters in Luzira
Photo credit: FUFA Communications Department
1st leg Qualifier (2nd round):
Sun 18th May 2014
Madagascar Vs Uganda
3pm (Time in Madagascar, 2pm in Uganda)
Venue: Stade Rabemananjara – Mahajanga (Artificial turf)
The Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) has announced the bonus and allowance system for players and officials while on national team duty. The system that was revealed to the Uganda Cranes players at their residential base in Nalya, Sky Hotel today morning by the FUFA President Engineer Moses Magogo.
The system becomes operational starting with this weekend’s qualifier against Madagascar.
It will be included in the FUFA Financial Manual where players will be aware of their standard allowances and performance based bonuses. The bonuses will be given to players for wins, draws plus ‘useful losses’ of matches.
The standard allowances will be for daily training sessions, the matches and home upkeep.
Magogo, who was meeting the Uganda Cranes players inclusive of the foreign based stars for the first time since becoming FUFA President, told the players that they are privileged to represent the country in a sport that is widely followed by the football fans.
‘The bonuses and allowances will be improved on depending on the availability of funds from our sponsors and partners. There is room for improvement’ revealed Magogo.
Magogo’s presentation was in three phases where he addressed the players, explained the Code of conduct and remuneration.
He told the players that they represent one of the biggest sports brands in East Africa and it is important for the team to conduct themselves in the best possible way to protect the image of Uganda Cranes.
‘The code of conduct helps to maintain the Uganda Cranes brand. If not well managed, we lose money and can’t attract sponsors’ said Magogo.
He also reminded the players that the fans depend on the player’ action on the pitch and that is why it is important to perform to their best when selected by the head coach.
‘Uganda Cranes is a brand that affects many souls. So when given chance to play, make use of the opportunity and make the fans happy’ added Magogo.
Magogo was flanked by the FUFA Finance Director Decolas Kiiza and Spokesperson Ahmed Hussein. The FUFA Vice President and chairman Technical committee Mujib Kasule also attended.
The Uganda Cranes head coach Milutin ‘Micho’ Sredojevich said he was happy that the President met the players. The Serbian also welcomed the Code of conduct which spells out the dos and donts for players while on national team duty.
He however cautioned players ahead of the game on Sunday.
‘Madagascar must be properly approached and respected and that is who we shall be able to enjoy the bonus and allowance system in this campaign’ said Micho.
The meeting was also attended by Cranes striker Geoffrey Massa who will miss the game through injury.
Photos: All taken at Sky Hotel in Nalya today when the Allowance and Bonus system was announced to the players
Photo credit: FUFA Communications Department
2015 AFCON CAMPAIGN: Day 8 Uganda Cranes training at Njeru Artificial Turf
1st leg Qualifier (2nd round):
Sun 18TH May 2014
Madagascar Vs Uganda
3pm (Time in Madagascar, 2pm in Uganda)
Venue: Stade Rabemananjara – Mahajanga (Artificial turf)
By Joseph Mutaka at Njeru Technical Centre
(Uganda Cranes Media Officer (CHAN)
In today’s training session conducted at Njeru Technical Turf, Uganda Cranes tactician Milutin ‘ Micho’ Sredjovich stressed on various drills ahead of Sunday’s African Cup of Nations 1t leg second round qualifier against Madagascar.
The Cranes will fly out on Friday morning aboard Kenya Airways.
In his lunch hour sunny training session on the turf the Serbian concentrated his drills on agility of players, space awareness and creating and making use of the scoring opportunities.
‘We have to do all as we assess the players’ fitness levels, scoring abilities and their ability to create space during the game ahead of Sunday’s tie’ said Micho.
He added that ‘The players have responded well playing on the turf’.
In a related development Honorary Fufa president and CECAFA Vice Chairman Lawrence Mulindwa was one of the guests who attended the training. He briefly talked to the players and technical team.
‘Discipline is key to success in life. Respect and listen to your coaches to attain good result’ advised Mulindwa.
‘A team is complete when individuals work together with similar goals to achieve their objectives. ‘Stick to your roles and allow administrators to play their part’ stressed Mulindwa.
Meanwhile Micho will reveal the traveling team tomorrow after the afternoon training session at Mandela National stadium, Namboole.
CampingSquad:
Goal keepers: Ismail Watenga (Vipers- Uganda), Benjamin Ochan (SCVU – Uganda), Robert Odongkara (St George – Ethiopia) and Hamuza Muwonge (Thika United – Kenya)
Defenders: Isaac Isinde (St George – Ethiopia), Henry Kalungi (Richmond Kickers – U.S), Joseph Ochaya (Asante Kotoko- Ghana), Nicolas Wadada (Vipers-Uganda), Savio Kabugo and Dennis Iguma (both for Sc Victoria University) and Alex Kakuba (Sporting Colviha – Portgual)
Midfielders: Allan Kyambadde (Express FC ), Geofrey ‘Baba’ Kizito (Gor Mahia f.c – Kenya), Khalid Aucho (Tusker – Kenya), Farouq Miya (Vipers Sc), Ivan Ntege, Hassan Wasswa Mawanda, Brian Majwega and Gaddafi Kiwanuka (all for KCC fc– Uganda) and Luwagga Kizito (Sporting Colvilha – Portgual), Martin Mutumba Kayongo (Cykur Risespor-Turkey),
Strikers: Hamis Diego Kizza (Young Africans – Tanzania), Francis Olaki (Soana) and Dan Sserunkuma (Gor Mahia FC– Kenya), Emmanuel Okwi (Young Africans- Tz)
Photos: FUFA Communications department
2015 AFCON CAMPAIGN: Day 8 Uganda Cranes training at Njeru Artificial Turf
1st leg Qualifier (2nd round):
Sun 18TH May 2014
Madagascar Vs Uganda
3pm (Time in Madagascar, 2pm in Uganda)
Venue: Stade Rabemananjara – Mahajanga (Artificial turf)
Uganda Cranes players on Wednesday afternoon trained on the artificial Turf at the Njeru technical center in Jinja.
The two and a half hour session, was witnessed by FUFA Honorary president Lawrence Mulindwa who made a guest appearance.
All the players in camp at the moment were involved at the training meant for them to acclimatize to the artificial turf conditions which are similar to where the match will be played in Mahajanga.
‘Training has been good with the players responding well to the artificial turf’ revealed Cranes head coach Milutin ‘Micho’ Sedrojevic.
It was a full house in training with the exception of team skipper Andrew Mwesigwa who will fly straight from Khzastan and connect with the team at Nairobi.
‘It’s a little bit hard than natural grass but nevertheless the training was great’ Hassan Wasswa told www.fufa.co.ug as he spoke about the turf conditions shortly after training.
Thursday training will be conducted at Namboole Stadium at 4 pm.
The Uganda Cranes squad team as at 14th May 2014 that trained at Njeru Technical Centre:
Goal keepers: Ismail Watenga (Vipers- Uganda), Benjamin Ochan (SCVU – Uganda), Robert Odongkara (St George – Ethiopia) and Hamuza Muwonge (Thika United – Kenya)
Defenders: Isaac Isinde (St George – Ethiopia), Henry Kalungi (Richmond Kickers – U.S), Joseph Ochaya (Asante Kotoko- Ghana),Nicolas Wadada (Vipers-Uganda),Savio Kabugo (SCVU – Uganda), Dennis Iguma (SCVU – Uganda) and Alex Kakuba (Sporting Colviha – Portgual)
Midfielders:
Allan Kyambadde (Express FC – Uganda), Hassan Wasswa Mawanda (KCC FC-Uganda), Geofrey ‘Baba’ Kizito (Gor Mahia f.c – Kenya), Khalid Aucho (Tusker – Kenya), Farouq Miya (Vipers- Uganda), Ivan Ntege (KCCA – Uganda), Brian Majwega (KCC FC – Uganda), Gaddafi Kiwanuka (KCCA – Uganda) and Luwagga Kizito (Sporting Colvilha – Portgual)
Forwards: Emmanuel Okwi (Young Africans-Tanzania), Hamis Diego Kizza (Young Africans – Tanzania), Martin Mutumba Kayongo (Turkey),Francis Olaki (Soana – Uganda) and Dan Sserunkuma (Gor Mahia FC– Kenya)
Photo: Cranes players in training on Wednesday afternoon at Njeru technical Centre.
Photo credit: FUFA Communications department.