FUFA: Federation of Uganda Football Associations

Author: Ahmed Marsha

  • Put Paul Joseph named Uganda Cranes Head Coach

    Put Paul Joseph named Uganda Cranes Head Coach

    FUFA has on Thursday confirmed the appointment of Mr. Put Paul Joseph as the head coach of the Uganda Cranes on a two-year renewable contract.

    The coach was officially unveiled to the media at FUFA Complex by FUFA President Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim who was in the company of FUFA CEO Edgar Watson.


    FUFA President indicated there was a process that was followed before zeroing down to Put.

    “FUFA rolled out an application process and we got over 150 coaches including two Ugandans who applied for the job. After thorough analysis, the FUFA Executive zeroed down on Mr. Put Paul Joseph who we believe will do a good job,” he said.

    The FUFA President also revealed that unlike the previous times when the Federation appointed the backroom staff, this time, the coach has been given the greenlight to appoint his technical staff.

    “This time, we have allowed the coach to appoint his own backroom staff and he is already coming with five other people from Belgium. However, there will be Ugandans who will work as part of the backroom staff in the areas of medical, coaching and management.” He stated.

    Coach Put will work with the following people as part of his backroom staff;

    Sven De Wilde- Performance Manager

    Mathieu Denis- Physical Fitness Coach

    Gery Osste- Goalkeeping Coach

    Martin Michiel- Physiotherapist

    Jelle Sevenhant- Video analyst

    The Ugandan personnel who will be part of the backroom staff will be communicated later and shall report to camp as and when International engagements are lined up.

    In his remarks, the Belgian tactician stated he is ready for the task ahead and cannot wait to get started.

    “I first of all want to thank FUFA for the trust and confidence in giving me this job. I believe my knowledge about African football will help me to do a good job with the Uganda Cranes,” he started before adding.

    “I have been following the Uganda Cranes especially the recent AFCON Qualifier match against Niger and the two friendly games against Mali and Zambia. Give me time, give me the confidence. You will see a different national team.”

    Put, 67, has been the head coach of several national teams in Africa including Burkina Faso, The Gambia, Kenya and Congo.

    In 2013, Put guided Burkina Faso to the final of Africa Cup of Nations but lost to Nigeria.

    His first task with Uganda Cranes will come this month with the team facing Guinea and Somalia in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers.

  • Special Press Conference on Uganda Cranes

    Special Press Conference on Uganda Cranes

    FUFA will on Thursday morning hold a special Press Conference in regard to the Senior Men’s National Team, the Uganda Cranes.

    According to FUFA Communications Director, Ahmed Hussein, the press briefing will be addressed by FUFA President Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim.

    It should be noted that Uganda Cranes will have two FIFA World Cup Qualifier matches in the month of November.

    The Team will face both Guinea and Somalia in Morocco.

  • Uganda Rhinos ready to defend CECAFA U15 Championship crown

    Uganda Rhinos ready to defend CECAFA U15 Championship crown

    With only three days to start of the 2023 CECAFA U15 Championship, defending Champions and hosts for this year’s edition have expressed readiness to retain the crown.

    It should be noted that Uganda won the inaugural edition held in 2019 in Asmara, Eritrea.

    On Tuesday, CECAFA confirmed draws for the two groups where eight teams will be taking part.

    Uganda is pooled in group A alongside Ethiopia, Djibouti and South Sudan.

    Head coach Hamuza Lutalo is confident the preparations his charges have had in the past days will enable Uganda to achieve its target of defending the title.

    “We have prepared very well for this Championship and I believe the players will be able to put up good performances for us to retain the trophy. We are developing talent and at the same time want to perform our best with the young boys. The entire team is in good shape and ready for the tournament.” He stated.

    “We expect stiff competition from all the teams but the players are aware of the task ahead because this tournament will help us to prepare for AFCON U-17 Zonal Qualifiers next year.” The coach added.

    Uganda Rhinos will open the tournament against Djibouti at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru on Saturday.

    The Championship will run from 4th to 16th November 2023.

    Group A: Uganda, Ethiopia, Djibouti, South Sudan

    Group B: Tanzania, Zanzibar, Somalia, Rwanda

  • Women’s Olympic Football Tournament Qualifiers: Crested Cranes go out fighting against Cameroon

    Women’s Olympic Football Tournament Qualifiers: Crested Cranes go out fighting against Cameroon

    Uganda’s journey in the 2024 Women’s Olympic Football Tournament Qualfiers came to an agonizing end on Tuesday after the Crested Cranes fell to Cameroon.

    In the return leg played at Stade Re la Reunification in Douala, the Crested Cranes succumbed to a 3-0 loss after extra time thus Cameroon proceeding to the next stage 3-2 on aggregate.

    Normal time ended 2-0 hence meaning the game was level on aggregate since Uganda won with the same score line at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru last week.

    Ajara Njoya, Monique Ngock and Brigette Omboudou scored a goal each for Cameroon.

    Despite bowing out, coach Charles Ayiekho was impressed with the performance of the players and indicated there were a lot of positives picked.

    “It hurts that we are eliminated but for the girls to put up a fight against all odds and the environment in which we played, I give them credit. We shall go back and keep working hard and learn from this experience.” He said.

    Captain Fauzia Najjemba equally believes as players they have benefited a lot from playing against some of the best teams in Africa.

    Crested Cranes Starting XI
    Vanessa Edith Karungi, Desire Natooro Katisi, Sumaya Komuntale, Bridget Nabisaalu, Shadia Nankya, Joan Nabirye, Jackline Adong, Shamirah Nalugya, Fazila Ikwaput, Catherine Nagadya, Fauzia Najjemba

    Substitutes
    Daisy Nakaziro, Gloria Namakula, Asia Nakibuuka, Zaitun Namaganda, Joanitah Ainembabazi, Anita Namata, Elizabeth Nakigozi, Phiona Nabbumba, Lillian Kasuubo

  • Uganda Rhinos pip Central College Bulenga in practice match

    Uganda Rhinos pip Central College Bulenga in practice match

    Uganda U15 Boys National Football Team continued to fine tune for the forthcoming CECAFA U15 Boys Championship with yet another practice match.

    The game played on Friday at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru where the team is currently based saw them secure a 2-0 win.

    Simon Wanyama and Frank Ssekanjako scored a goal each for the national team.

    Head coach Hamuza Lutalo believes there is still room for improvement before the Championship gets underway.

    “We have been in camp for some time now and the boys have been improving everyday. I believe there is still room for us to polish what we feel is still lacking,” he said.

    “We need to work more on scoring so that we can replicate our record in 2019 when Uganda had the top scorer’s accolade. The ball distribution in this friendly was good but we can even do better going forward.” The coach added.

    It should be noted that Uganda won the inaugural edition of the CECAFA U15 Boys Championship in Eritrea four years ago.

    This year’s edition is slated to take place between 4th -18th November 2023 at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.

  • Crested Cranes travelling squad to Cameroon

    Crested Cranes travelling squad to Cameroon

    Crested Cranes interim head coach Charles Ayiekho Lukula has named the squad that will travel to Cameroon on Saturday morning.

    The gaffer has confirmed a final list composed of 20 players that will depart Entebbe International Airport on Saturday at 2: 45AM aboard Ethiopian Airways.

    The team will have a stop over in Addis Ababa before connecting to Douala, Cameroon where the game will be played.

    Uganda carries a 2-0 lead into the return leg slated for Tuesday next week.

    The winner on aggregate between Uganda and Cameroon will face either Nigeria or Ethiopia at the next qualification phase of the 2024 Paris Women’s Olympic Football Tournament.

    Traveling Squad

    Goalkeepers
    Daisy Nakaziro, Vanessa Edith Karungi, Gloria Namakula

    Defenders
    Asia Nakibuuka, Sumaya Komuntale, Shadia Nankya, Desire Katisi Natooro, Bridget Nabisaalu

    Midfielders
    Joan Nabirye, Phiona Nabbumba, Zaitun Namaganda, Shamirah Nalugya, Jackline Adong

    Forwards
    Fauzia Najjemba, Fazila Ikwaput, Catherine Nagadya, Joanitah Ainembabazi, Lillian Kasuubo, Elizabeth Nakigozi, Anita Namata

    Officials

    Dr. Apollo Ahimbisibwe Bugingo – Leader of Delegation

    Paul Mukatabala Nantulya – National Teams Officer

    Charles Ayiekho Lukula – Head Coach

    Eric Ndifuna- Assistant Coach 1

    Oliver Mbekeka – Assistant Coach 2

    Stephen Billy Kiggundu – Goalkeeping Coach

    Felix Ayobo – Fitness Trainer

    Mable Kabatalindwa – Team Doctor

    Darlian Kyasimiire- Team Physiotherapist

    Cissy Gaudensia Nakiguba – Equipment Manager

    Joan Namusisi – Team Coordinator

    Aminah Babirye – Media Officer

    Fredrick Isaac Ade – FUFA Delegate

    Miriam Makeba – FUFA Delegate

    Abdul Shafik Boda- FUFA TV Production

  • FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers: Uganda U20 Provisional Squad for Senegal encounter

    FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers: Uganda U20 Provisional Squad for Senegal encounter

    Uganda U20 Women’s National Football Team coach Ayub Khalifa Kiyingi has summoned a provisional squad of 28 players to begin preparations for the forthcoming FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup Qualifier matches against Senegal.

    The Queen Cranes will enter residential camp on Sunday to embark on preparations.

    Captain Hadijah Nandago and assistant captain Phiona Nabulime have been left out because they are doing their Senior six examinations.

    Uganda will face Senegal in Dakar on 10th November 2023 before the two teams face off a week later at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.

    The Queen Cranes eliminated Mozambique 8-0 on aggregate to reach this level.

    It should be noted that there will be one more round after the second round to determine the four teams that will represent Africa at next year’s FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup in Colombia.

    Provisional Squad

    Goalkeepers
    Daphine Nyayenga (Boldklubben AF 1893), Sharon Kaidu (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC), Angela Adeke (Asubo Ladies FC), Lillian Nakilya (St. Noa SS WFC), Nuruh Babirye Nankyazi (Royal Queens FC)

    Defenders
    Faridah Namirimu (Wakiso Hill WFC), Patricia Nakato Nanyanzi (Rines SS WFC), Harima Kanyago (UCU Lady Cardinals FC), Sharifah Nakimera (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Margret Namande (Lady Doves FC), Rebecca Nandhego (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC), Patricia Hasifah Namboozo (Royal Queens FC), Desire Katisi Natooro (Asubo Ladies FC)

    Midfielders
    Kevin Nakacwa (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC), Patricia Nayiga (Wakiso Hill WFC), Hairat Babirye (Isra Soccer Academy), Krusum Namutebi (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Agnes Nabukenya (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Dorcus Kisakye (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Immaculate Odalu (Rines SS WFC)

    Forwards
    Kunihira Margret (Kampala Queens FC), Joweria Nagadya (Lady Doves FC), Catherine Nagadya (Kampala Queens FC), Shamusa Najjuma (Uganda Martyrs Ladies FC), Brenda Munyana (Uganda Martyrs Ladies FC), Kamiyati Naigaga (Asubo Gafford Ladies), Sophia Nakiyingi (Kampala Queens FC), Hadijjah Balinabyo (Jinja Progressive Academy)

    Officials
    Head Coach – Ayub Khalifa Kiyingi

    Goalkeeping Coach – Mubarak Kiberu

    Fitness Coach – Arthur Kyesimira

    Team Doctor – Stella Nankumba

    Team Coordinator- Joan Namusisi

    Equipment Manager – Prossy Nalwadda

    Media Officer – Judith Tuhirirwe

  • Crested Cranes put up spirited display to dispatch Cameroon

    Crested Cranes put up spirited display to dispatch Cameroon

    2024 Paris Olympic Women’s Football Tournament Qualifiers

    First Leg
    Uganda 2-0 Cameroon

    Uganda got advantage in the Olympic Football Tournament Qualifiers after defeating Cameroon at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru on Thursday.

    The game was the first for interim head coach Charles Ayiekho Lukula who handed defender Justine Najjuko and midfielder Zaitun Namaganda their debut.

    Coach Charles Ayiekho shouting out instructions to the players.

    A collective spirited effort from the Crested Cranes saw them earn a 2-0 lead.

    Catherine Nagadya and Fazila Ikwaput scored a goal in either half in a game that was watched by FUFA President Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim and some of the FUFA EXCO Members.

    Nagadya fired Uganda into the lead in the 11th minute capitalizing on a goalkeeping howler by Cameroon’s Michaely Bihina.

    She fumbled with Shamirah Nalugya’s ferocious strike from free kick and spilled the ball into the path of Nagadya who fired home from the rebound.

    At the half hour mark, Cameroon were awarded a penalty after defender Justine Najjuko handled the ball in the box.

    Cameroon captain Ajara Njoya took it but her effort hit the base of the post and also failed to find the target from the rebound.

    The Crested Cranes proved resilient in the next minutes with a water tight backline and goalkeeper Vanessa Edith Karungi stood tall to deny the visitors.

    At the start of the second half, the coach made changes with Bridget Nabisaalu and Asia Nakibuuka replacing Najjuko and Namaganda respectively.

    When Phiona Nabbumba got injured, she was replaced by Jackline Adong who was also making her debut.

    In the 77th minute, Uganda doubled the lead through Ikwaput who capitalized on a melee to slot home.

    Fauzia Najjemba did the donkey work on the left wing and set up Ikwaput but she missed on the first attempt. The Cameroonians failed to clear the ball away and the forward did not make any mistake at the second attempt.

    There were also further changes with Elizabeth Nakigozi and Joan Ainembabazi replacing the goal scorers Nagadya and Ikwaput.

    Uganda takes a 2-0 lead into the return leg slated for Tuesday next week in Yaounde, Cameroon.

    The winner between Uganda and Cameroon will face either Nigeria or Ethiopia.

    Uganda’s Starting XI
    Vanessa Edith Karungi (GK), Justine Najjuko, Sumaya Komuntale, Shadia Nankya, Joan Nabirye, Phiona Nabbumba, Shamirah Nalugya, Zaitun Namaganda, Fazila Ikwaput, Catherine Nagadya, Fauzia Najjemba (C)

    Substitutes
    Daisy Nakaziro (GK), Gloria Namakula (GK), Jackline Adong, Asia Nakibuuka, Bridget Nabisaalu, Joan Ainembabazi, Amina Nababi, Desire Katisi Natooro, Elizabeth Nakigozi, Anita Namata

  • Pictorial: Crested Cranes gearing up for Cameroon clash

    Pictorial: Crested Cranes gearing up for Cameroon clash

    Uganda Senior Women’s National Football Team, the Crested Cranes have set sight on the forthcoming Olympic Football Tournament Qualifier match against Cameroon.

    The Crested Cranes will face Cameroon’s Indomitable Lionesses on Thursday at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru before the two teams facing off in the return leg on Wednesday next week.

    Under the leadership of interim head coach Charles Ayiekho Lukula, the ladies have been undergoing intense training at MTN-Omondi Stadium Lugogo.

    The camp was on Tuesday boosted with the arrival of more foreign based players like Fauzia Najjemba, Joan Nabirye and Phiona Nabbumba who took part in today’s training sessions.

    Here are some of the images from today’s training;

  • FUFA Women Super League: Kawempe remain perfect as Makerere, Wakiso Hill stage comebacks to pick points

    FUFA Women Super League: Kawempe remain perfect as Makerere, Wakiso Hill stage comebacks to pick points

    FUFA Women Super League
    Matchday Two Results

    Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC remain the only team yet to lose a point after matchday two of the 2023/24 FUFA Super League season.

    The Valley Warriors picked maximum points in their first home game this season, edging past UCU Lady Cardinals on Sunday.

    New signing from FC Tooro Queens Mary Kabaculezi scored the lone goal of the game in the 69th minute.

    UCU goalkeeper Hadijah Nalongo spilled the ball into the path of Kawempe Muslim players and Kabaculezi was unmarked at the far end to tuck home.

    It should be noted that Kawempe had won their opening game against 3-2 against Rines SS WFC.

    In the other games played over the weekend, Uganda Martyrs Ladies FC registered their first win in fascinating style, routing Rines SS WFC 3-0.

    Angel Auki, Sharon Kanyiginya and Shamsa Najjuma scored a goal each in the one-sided affair.

    Makerere University WFC had to come from two goals down to pick a point off Kampala Queens FC.

    Fazila Ikwaput had fired the Queens of Soccer in a comfortable lead scoring in either half but a late surge saw the University side score twice in the final five minutes.

    First, skipper Josephine Ndagire tucked home from close range before Jemima Twesigye converted a late penalty after defender Lukiya Namubiru held the ball in the area.

    Newly promoted Wakiso Hill WFC earned their first point, scoring a late equalizer against She Maroons FC in Luzira.

    Jackline Adong fired the Prison Warders in the lead at the 67th minute mark but substitute Slyvia Namiwanda levelled matters with an 86th minute goal.

    Elsewhere, Lady Doves pilled more misery on Asubo Ladies FC, defeating them 4-1 at their own backyard.

    Margaret Namande, Cecilia Apiding, Resty Kobusobozi and Diana Nantongo were all on target for the Masindi based outfit.

  • Ownership of clubs in the StarTimes Uganda Premier League

    Ownership of clubs in the StarTimes Uganda Premier League

    StarTimes Uganda Premier League is the top division on the men’s football league pyramid in Uganda. The 2023/24 season has 16 teams competing including new comers NEC FC, Kitara FC and Mbarara City FC.

    In this article, FUFA provides information about the ownership of these clubs according to records submitted during the club licensing exercise.

  • Crested Cranes: Coach Ayiekoh happy after first friendly

    Crested Cranes: Coach Ayiekoh happy after first friendly

    Coach Charles Ayiekoh Lukula got off to a good start for his interim reign at the helm of Crested Cranes.

    The women’s national team intensified their preparations for the first leg of the second round of the Olympic Qualifiers due on October 26th at Fufa Technical Centre, Njeru by having a friendly with Kampala Queens at MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo on Thursday 19th October 2023.

    Crested Cranes won the game against the defending champions of the FUFA Women Super League 2-1 thanks to a first minute goal from Shamirah Nalugya and a 12th minute effort from Elizabeth Nakigozi. Kampala Queens captain Zainah Namuleme halved the deficit in the 55th minute.

    “I am very happy today because I played my first friendly,” coach Ayiekoh said.

    “I chose Kampala Queens because they are the champions of the women’s Super League and they have a better team. For sure, they have given me a good picture of my team but in addition to that I am very happy with the players. In three days they have adapted to my system. In my system, I do not entertain square passes and within 10 minutes we had scored two goals already. It (those goals) gives us ample time to hold the ball because you are leading,” he added.

    The coach also noted that some of the players that reported to camp later in the week struggled a bit, especially in the second half, but promised they will adapt soon.

    Goalkeeper and captain Daisy Nakaziro also promised that the squad will be in good stead when Cameroon come around.

    “As players we shall correct our mistakes. As we are preparing for our first game against Cameroon, everyone is putting in what they can so that we win,” Nakaziro said.

    Starting XI

    Crested Cranes
    Daisy Nakaziro (G.K) (c) Shakirah Nankwanga, Sumaya Komuntale, Bridget Nabisalu, Desire Katisi , Zaitun Namaganda , Elizabeth Nakigozi, Lillian Mutuuzo , Shamirah Nalugya, Fazila Ikwaput, Joanitah Ainembabazi.

    Kampala Queens
    Prima Mugidde (G.K), Namubiru Lukia,Jamilah Nabulime, Nabuufu Dorcus, Nambozo Hasfah , Judith Sanyu, Imanizabayo Florence, Matama Damali ,Nakiyingi Sophia, Alice , Zainah Namuleme (c)

  • FUFA Technical Master Plan Launched (2023-2030)

    FUFA Technical Master Plan Launched (2023-2030)

    The Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) unveiled the Technical Master Plan during an evening event held at the Imperial Royale Hotel, Kampala, on Tuesday, 17th October 2023.

    The event was attended by the Historical FUFA President, Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim, members of the FUFA executive committee, FUFA Delegates, Coaches, former players, and members of the media.

    While making the opening remarks, the Deputy CEO in charge of Football, Decolas Kiiza, who represented the FUFA CEO Edgar Watson, emphasised the timeliness of the instrument.

    “The Technical Master Plan is very important for several reasons. It is the starting point for our deserved triumph in football,” he said.

    Ronnie Kalema, the FUFA Executive Committee Member in charge of Football Development, told the audience that the gathering is a result of an assignment completed and documented to be used for the next seven years. He also thanked the team that worked tirelessly to see it come to life.

    The Historical FUFA President, Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim, reminded the audience that football is a trinity that consists of money, governance, and sport.

    “My administration has excelled in governance and also shown that football can generate money. With the executive, the plan now is to deliver in the sport,” the Historical FUFA President said.

    “I want to assure you that the moment is now,” he added.

    The President told the audience that what has been delivered is in reference to what FIFA recommends.

    “Whatever we have done in this Technical Master Plan was done with reference to FIFA,” he said.

    The Special Presidential Assistant for Education and Sports, Karl Gunter Lange, was impressed by the preview of the document that Ali Mwebe, the Football Development Director, presented.

    “Congratulations upon this launch. I haven’t read the document, but the preview given by Ali Mwebe is impressive,” he said.

    The Guest of Honour at the launch and also Assistant General Secretary at the National Council of Sports, David Katende Semakula, thanked the Federation leadership for transforming the game over the years and believes this is a step in the right direction.

    “Congratulations FUFA upon this milestone. This is a move in the right direction,” he said.

    “The application of sports science knowledge is the trend today. We cannot do the same things and have better results. What we are doing today is developing a pathway. As government and NCS, it is our hope that it will deliver us to our intended goals. We look forward to its implementation,” he added.

    “FUFA beats all other national federations in two things, governance and managing the sport from a modern perspective. This is another significant step, and I hope other federations will adopt it,” he concluded.

    The launch follows a process of internal formulation and external stakeholders’ Symposium held on 3rd July 2023 at the FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.

    The FUFA Executive approved the Technical Master Plan on 31st August 2023 and it was presented to the FUFA Assembly on 7th October 2023.

    The FUFA Technical Master Plan is the foundation to help develop and improve the quality of football on the field with a specific mission to;

    1. Install mass football for all and create a high-performance culture for elite performers.

    2. Install a universal playing style for Uganda National Teams and clubs, producing entertaining and purposeful football.

    3. Installing Ugandan football players in the world’s topmost leagues.

  • FUFA Women Super League: Kampala Queens start title defence with victory as Kawempe, Makerere and Maroons win on the road

    FUFA Women Super League: Kampala Queens start title defence with victory as Kawempe, Makerere and Maroons win on the road

    FUFA Women Super League

    Matchday One

    Kampala Queens FC made a perfect defence to their league crown after edging past Uganda Martyrs Ladies FC on Sunday at MTN-Omondi Stadium on Sunday.

    The closely contested game saw Uganda Martyrs take the lead through new captain Latifah Nakasi.

    The hosts were however able to stage a comeback thanks to goals from Shamirah Nalugya (penalty) and the winner from Catherine Nagadya who recently joined Kampala Queens from Uganda Martyrs.

    She Maroons were the biggest winners on matchday one, putting up a five star performance away to Asubo Ladies at Kampala Quality Playground.

    Lillian Kasuubo orchestrated the damage, bagging a hat trick on the day before Millicent Namwembe added a brace to complete the rout.

    Elsewhere, Kawempe Muslim edged Rines SS WFC in a five-goal thriller at Kabaka Kyabaggu Stadium.

    Phiona Nabulime, Hadijah Babirye and Agnes Nabukenya scored a goal each for Kawempe Muslim.

    Rines SS WFC on the other hand got their goals through Catherine Wujja and Shakira Nankwanga’s own goal.

    In the other game played over the weekend, Makerere University WFC edged new comers Wakiso Hill SS WFC at St. Mary’s Stadium, Kitende thanks to a goal from new signing Noeline Namiiro.

    The opening game of the season between UCU Lady Cardinals FC and Lady Doves played on Saturday ended in a goalless draw.

  • CECAFA U15 Championships: Uganda Rhinos Provisional Squad Released

    CECAFA U15 Championships: Uganda Rhinos Provisional Squad Released

    Uganda U15 national team (Rhinos) newly appointed head coach Hamuza Lutalo has summoned a provisional squad of 45 players to start preparations for the forthcoming U15 CECAFA Championships to be held in Uganda from 4th – 18th November at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru. 

    The Squad will enter camp on Tuesday 17th October in Njeru to start preparations under the guidance of Lutalo and his newly appointed technical team as they look forward to defend the tournament Uganda won in 2019 as they defeated Kenya 4-0 in the inaugural edition held in Eritrea.

    The squad is comprised of players under the age of 15 years who were born in 2008 and above. This marks the eligibility of the players to feature in the U15 category as most of them are from school Championships.

    Hamza Lutalo is deputised by Ssali Ronald as his first assistant Coach, Kenneth Magada the goalkeeping coach, Kizito Dennis as the Fitness Trainer, Kulika Ivan the team’s Physiotherapist, Micheal Gumisiriza the team Doctor, Damba Veron the kits officer with Bashir Mutyaba the team Manager. Joel Kivumbi is the Team Media Officer. 

    Here is the full summoned squad

    Goalkeepers

    Lukyamuzi Ashiraf (Kibuli SS), Okori Andrew (BUL FC JT), Muwonge Calton (Volf SA), Maseruka Ashiraf (Central College School), Waibi Edrisah (Buddo SS SA), Katumba Patrick (Royal Giant High School)

    Defenders

    Mubiru Samuel (Kibuli SS), Ssesazi Tom (Rays of Grace Academy), Musa Godi Akbar (Bukedea Comprehensive), Sseruwu Arafah (Buddo SS SA), Oyirwoth Pius (Buddo SS SA), Kafu Sharif Omini (Jinja SSS JT), Kaaya Uthman (Mbarara Sports Academy), Gulanyago Ratib (Vipers SC JT), Tamale Shafic  (Buddo SS SA), Kyeyune Ephraim Micheal  (Buddo SS SA), Ssendawula Dirisa  (Prosper Soccer Academy), Kombi Eze  (Central College School) Mujuni Farouk  (Bulo Parents SS), Kigoye Ronald  (Vipers SC JT), Musaazi Marvin  (Royal Giant High School), Bbale Mathias  (Namasuba Juventus SA)

    Midfielders

    Adia Tom  (Paidha Football Foundation/St Jude SS, Masaka), Walusimbi Abubakali  (Vipers SC JT), Ssebagala Ibra  (Vipers SC JT), Langol Joseph  (Paorhinar Soccer Academy Agago), Jjemba Gideon  (Rays of Grace Academy), Owino John Brian  (Jinja SSS JT), Ogema Thomas (Royal Giant High School), Wanyama Abdul Lucky  (Amus College), Kasujja Shafik  (Buddo SS JT), Tamale Frankline  (Prosper SA), Mukisa Owen  (Buddo SS JT)

    Forwards

     Ssali Ramadan  (URA FC JT/Kawempe Muslim SS),  Mwebe Disan  (Rays of Grace Academy), Ssegirinya Shafic  (Buddo SS JT), Babi Shakur  (Buddo SS JT), Okello Richard  (BUL FC JT), Ssekanjako Frank  (Vipers SC JT),  Sserwadda Henry  (Rays of Grace Academy), Nyonyintono Geofrey  (Janan Sports Academy), Nkoola Arafat  (Viper SC JT), Wanyama Simon  (Rays of Grace Academy), Bagenda Enock (Royal Giant High School), Gift Fred Mutalya (Kiira College Butiki)

  • Olympic Games 2024: Crested Cranes Squad for Qualifier against Cameroon named

    Olympic Games 2024: Crested Cranes Squad for Qualifier against Cameroon named

    Crested Cranes interim head coach Charles Ayiekoh Lukula has summoned a squad of 32 players as the team gets set to regroup and start preparations for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games qualifiers (CAF) 2nd round encounter against the Lionesses of Cameroon.

    Uganda is set to host the first leg of the two-legged affair on 26th October, 2023 at the FUFA Technical centre Njeru with the return leg due 5 days later in Douala.

    Ayiekoh and his technical team were tasked with the responsibility of steering the senior women’s National team on a one month interim basis as the Federation continues with process of evaluating the applicants for the job on a permanent basis.

    The winner on aggregate will advance to the 3rd round of the qualifiers.

    Full Summoned squad

    Goalkeepers
    Karungi Vanessa (FC Nordasjaelland,Denmark)
    Nakaziro Daisy (Kampala Queens)
    Namakula Gloria (Kampala Queens)
    Adeke Juliet (Kawempe Muslim)
    Kaidu Sharon (Uganda martyrs HS Lubaga)

    Defenders
    Kobusinge Jolly (Kawempe Muslim SS LFC)
    Nankwanga Shakirah (Kawempe Muslim SS LFC)
    Nakibuuka Asia (Kampa Queens FC)
    Komuntale Sumaya (Kampala Queens)
    Nankya Shadia (UCU Lady Cardinals FC)
    Nabisaalu Bridget (UCU Lady Cardinals)
    Lwalisa Dorcus (Olila High School WFC)
    Akiror Patricia (Kampala Queens FC)
    Natooro Desire Katisi (Asubo Gafford Ladies)

    Midfielders
    Nabirye Joan (FC Minsk, Belarus)
    Nalugya Shamirah (Kampala Queens)
    Ndagire Josephine (Kampala Queens)
    Nabbumba Phiona (Boldklubben AF 1893, Denmark)
    Nanziri Rhoda (Kawempe Muslim SS LFC)
    Nababi Amina (Rines SS WFC)
    Namaganda Zaitun (Wakiso Hill WFC)

    Strikers
    Ikwaput Fazilah (Kampala Queens)
    Kunihira Margret (Kampala Queens)
    Najjemba Fauzia (ZFK Dynamo Moscow, Russia)
    Ainembabazi Joanitah (Simba Queens, Tanzania)
    Nambi Violah (Pomgliani Women, Italy)
    Nagadya Catherine (Kampala Queens)
    Namata Anitah (Vihiga Queens, Kenya)
    Nakigozi Elizabeth (Kampala Queens)
    Kivumbi Ritah (Mallbackens, Sweden)
    Nandede Zaina (Kampala Queens)
    Lilian Mutuuzo (Kampala Queens)

  • Queen Cranes: Uganda cruise past Mozambique to reach the next round

    Queen Cranes: Uganda cruise past Mozambique to reach the next round

    Queen Cranes 2-0 Mozambique (Agg: 8-0)

    The U20 WNT (Queen Cranes) have qualified for the third round of the 2024 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers after eliminating Mozambique on Friday evening in a game played at FUFA Technical Center, Njeru.

    Goals from Phionah Nabulime in the 6th minute and Agnes Nabukenya in the 19th minute in the first half were enough to cement their victory at home after beating Mozambique 6:0 away in Mozambique last weekend.

    U20 Women National Team head coach Ayub Khalifah Kiyingi said to the press that it was a good thing they secured the 3 points.

    “Every game has its own approach, if I concede six I will have to correct my mistakes not to concede another six, I think that is what Mozambique did, as I communicated earlier scoring 6 goals will not be easy and as you have seen it was not easy” Ayub Noted

    In the third qualification round Uganda will play the winner between Benin and Senegal next month.

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  • Uganda U15 Men’s Technical Team

    Uganda U15 Men’s Technical Team

    FUFA has released the names of the new technical set up for the Uganda U-15 men’s team that will take part in the CECAFA U-15 Championship to be hosted from 4th-15th November 2023 at the FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.

    The full technical team is as follows;

    1. Lutalo Hamuza – Head Coach
    2. Ssali Ronald – Assistant Coach
    3. Magada Keneth – Goalkeeping coach
    4. Kizito Dennis – Fitness trainer
    5. Mutyaba Bashir- Team Manager
    6. Gumisiriza Michael -Team Doctor
    7. Kulika Ivan – Team Physiotherapist
    8. Damba Veron – Kits Officer  

    All appointments are on a permanent basis.

    The team will start preparations on 16th October 2023 for the CECAFA U15 Championship.