The Uganda Cranes team has safely arrived in Northern Uganda town of Lira on Friday afternoon.
This follow a successful four hours journey from FUFA House, Mengo in Kampala.
The national team set from Kampala at 9:10 a.m and reached Lira at about 1:30 p.m before checking in at Pauline Hotels Limited in Lira town.
‘We traveled well and every body on the team is ready for the match on Saturday’ Hamza Nsereko, the media personnel attached to the team told www.fufa.co.ug.
Nico Wakiro Wadada (left), Isaac Muleme, team manager Chrispus Muyinda and assistant coach Mathias Lule with the rest of the players arrive at Pauline Hotel in Lira
All the players on the team are set to conduct the final training session on Friday evening at Lango Sports Ground, the venue of the match on Saturday.
This is the second time that Uganda Cranes is playing against Northern Region select in two years after winning 5-0 in 2017 at Pece Stadium in Gulu district.
The essence of such tours among others is to take the national team brand closer to the fans in their respective localities.
National team main sponsors Airtel Uganda Limited, National Insurance Corporation (NIC) and Uganda Breweries Limited jointly bankroll the national regional tours.
L-R: Albert Mugisa, Emmanuel Kalyowa, Joshua Awori and Moses Waiswa upon arrival at Pauline Hotels Limited in Lira
Uganda Cranes Players in Lira:
Goalkeepers: Ismail Watenga -Vipers SC, Benjamin Ochan-KCCA FC, Tom Ikara-Kirinya Jinja SS
Outfield players: Nico Wadada-Vipers SC, Dan Bilikwalira-Vipers SC , Joshua Awori-Proline FC, Savio Kabugo-Proline FC , Timothy Awanyi-KCCA FC , Bernard Muwanga-SC Villa, Fred Okot-URA FC, Isaac Muleme-KCCA FC , Tadeo Lwanga-Vipers SC, Ibrahim Kayiwa-KJSS FC, Tom Masiko-Vipers SC , Paul Mucureezi-KCCA FC, Moses Waiswa-Vipers SC, Kalyowa Emma-Soana FC, Shafic Kagimu-URA FC, Muzamir Mutyaba-KCCA FC, Milton Karisa – Vipers S.C, Derrick Nsibambi-KCCA FC, Nelson Senkatuka-Bright Stars FC & Albert Mugisa-Police FC
Mr. Mukidi Kalyebara David who was voted into the FUFA Executive at the Assembly in Masindi for the period 2017-2021 has relinquished his positions as Chairman of the Region and Delegate to the FUFA Assembly.
In a communication to the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo, the outgoing chairman said;
‘I am tendering my resignation as Chairman and Delegate representing Northern Region FA in the Assembly.
Mukiidi (3rd from L) during the FUFA Executive Committee meeting two weeks ago at FUFA House.
I was voted as an Executive Member and I feel serving in all these capacities at the expense of others members from the region is unfair.
Mukiidi has confirmed that he will relinquish his positions as soon as the elections to replace him are conducted.
The FUFA CEO Edgar Watson has confirmed receipt of this letter.
7th October 2017: Uganda Vs Ghana – Mandela National Stadium, Namboole
6th November 2017: Congo Vs Uganda – Congo
Uganda Cranes has a realistic dream of qualifying for their first ever FIFA World Cup tournament.
With two matches left in group E, Uganda is currently second with 7 points while leaders Egypt have 9 points.
It is upon this back ground that Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) calls for the continued support from Government for the remaining campaign to realize the dream.
‘The Dream is Alive. We have demonstrated that we have the ability to win our remaining matches and consequently the biggest opportunity ever to play at the World Cup‘ Eng. Moses Magogo, the FUFA President told the media in his address.
L-R: FUFA Second Vice President Darius Mugoye, Ahmed Hussein (FUFA Communications manager), FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo and 1st FUFA VP Justus Mugisha during the weekly press conference at FUFA House in Mengo, Kampala on Wednesday
FUFA president Eng. Moses Magogo, fresh from the CAF Executive committee meeting in Accra, Ghana has addressed the media during a press conference at Mengo, Kampala on Wednesday flanked by the Vice Presidents Justus Mugisha (1st VP) and Darius Mugoye (2nd) as well as the federation communications manager, Ahmed Hussein, Eng Magogo.e Azam Uganda Premier League.
In a special way, he lauded all the stake holders of the game from the players, administrators, sponsors, fans to the Government and President Yoweri Museveni.
FUFA, the Coaches and Players have worked against all odds to get to a situation many African Countries that have invested a lot would envy
I take the opportunity to thank those fans who have been with us in the thin and thick.
The Sponsors (Airtel, Nile Breweries, BIDCO, NIC and Ecobank) and other football Sponsors who indirectly have helped to build to the current Status.
I would also like to specifically thank HE the President of the Republic of Uganda Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and the entire Government apparatus for the support they have given this campaign. The only time we did not get the support while playing away was against Egypt and no wonder it was the first time we conceded and lost the match.
Had it not been the paying fans, the Sponsors and the support earlier gotten from Government, we would not be in this position.
In the same vein, Eng. Magogo also appealed to the Government to come in and facilitate the Uganda Cranes for the rest of the games to realize the long time dream of Uganda playing at the FIFA World Cup.
Despite the financial support from Government and the Sponsors, competing to play at the World Cup is such an expensive venture yet considering the exponential effect of the qualification, this is the moment every Ugandan would throw their weight behind the team.
We call upon the Government to financially support the Uganda Cranes in such a historic goal for our Country. This final bend that has not been supported is the ultimate.
The earlier support will all go to waste if this final bend is not supported.
Uganda Cranes host Ghana on Saturday, 7th October 2017 at the Mandela National Stadium, Namboole.
1st Training:Thursday, 28th September 2017 – Mandela National Stadium, Namboole (4 p.m)
Departure from Kampala: Friday, 29th September 2017 (9 a.m)
Last Training: Friday, 29th September 2017 (4:30 p.m)
Match Day: Saturday, 30th September 2017 (4:30 p.m)
Northern Region Select Vs Uganda Cranes
In Lira (4:00 p.m)
The Uganda Cranes team will conduct one session on Thursday at Mandela National stadium in preparation for the away trip to Northern Uganda in Lira.
The team shall depart to Lira on Friday morning and will be expected to conduct the final training at the actual match day venue in Lira town.
The programme was communicated by the FUFA Communications manager, Ahmed Hussein during the weekly press conference also attended by the FUFA president Eng. Moses Magogo, first Vice President Justus Mugisha and the second VP Darius Mugoye.
L-R: FUFA Second Vice President Darius Mugoye, Ahmed Hussein (FUFA Communications manager), FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo and 1st FUFA VP Justus Mugisha
‘The Uganda Cranes will conduct a training session on Thursday at Mandela National Stadium at 4 p.m. The team is expected to depart on Friday morning’ Ahmed told the media.
The regional tours were started three years ago with the main purpose of taking the national team brand closer to the football fans in their respective localities.
For this particular tour, the Uganda Cranes will use the game as a preparatory measure for the up-coming FIFA World Cup 2018 group E qualifier against Ghana Black Stars on 7th October 2017 at Namboole stadium.
Head coach Moses Basena already named the provisional team set for the tour and Ghana matches.
Uganda Cranes main sponsors Airtel Uganda and partners Nile Breweries Limited jointly sponsor the regional tours.
Uganda Cranes players before a training session
The Provisional Squad:
Goalkeepers: Denis Onyango, Benjamin Ochan, Isma Watenga, Tom Ikara
Other players: Denis Iguma, Nicholas Wadada, Godfrey Walusimbi, Isaac Muleme, Isaac Isinde, Muwanga Bernard, Hassan Wasswa, Timothy Awany, Tony Mawejje, Geoffrey Kizito, Mutyaba Muzamiru, Masiko Tom, Ivan Ntege, Luwagga Kizito, Karisa Milton, Ochaya Joseph, Okwi Emmanuel, Miya Faruku, Idrisa Lubega, Derick Nsibambi, Nelson Senkatuka, Geoffrey Serunkuma, Kagimu Shafiq Paul Mucureezi, Gadaffi Gardinho, John Adriko, Okot Fred, Ibrahim Kayiwa, Tadeo Lwanga.
Vipers Sports Club is now top of the Azam Uganda Premier league table standings.
This followed a comprehensive 2-0 away result against newly promoted Masavu at the Fisheries Training Institute play ground in Bugonga, Entebbe.
Milton Karisa scored the opener in the 38th minute before Steven Mukwala’s second 12 minutes into the second half.
At the Star Times stadium in Lugogo, Proline earned their first victory of the season with a 2-0 win against Soana.
Fahad Bayo and Joseph Mandela scored in the 29th and 40th minutes respectively as they held onto their opening victory of the campaign.
Bright Stars also won their first game with a hard fought 2-1 win at their Champions Stadium, Mwererwe against visiting Kirinya-Jinja S.S.
Musa Esenu put the visitors ahead with a goal after just 5 minutes.
Bright Stars captain Nelson Senkatuka grabbed the equalizer 20 minutes later, his third in 4 matches.
Joshua Kawadawa buried off the game with the winner, 14 minutes from full time for the maximum points that drives the Lato Milk and Fero Mobile sponsored side to third place with 6 points.
Vipers ascends to the summit of the log with 10 points from 4 matches.
The league resumes on Wednesday with 5 matches, a continuation of match day 4 matches.
Wednesday, 27th September 2017
URA Vs KCCA – Mandela National Stadium, Namboole (4:00 p.m) – Live on Azam TV
Onduparaka Vs Police – Betway Green Light Stadium, Arua (4:30 p.m)
SC Villa Vs Mbarara City – Masaka Recreational Stadium (4:30 p.m)
BUL Vs UPDF – Kakindu Stadium, Jinja (4:30 p.m)
Express Vs Maroons – Mutesa II Wankulukuku Stadium (4:30 p.m)
Stafford University Vs Muteesa 1 Royal University – 12:00 p.m
Mutoola Beach Vs MUBS – 1:00 p.m
St Lawrence University Vs YMCA – 2:00 p.m
Buganda Royal University Vs Kabalagala Rangers – 3 :00 p.m
Stormers Vs Isabeti – 4:00 p.m
Nkumba University Vs MS Sand Lions – 5:00 p.m
Talented Vs Kyadondo Galaticals – 6:00 p.m
Following a successful opening weekend of the 2017/18 Uganda Beach Soccer league, match day 2 returns on Sunday, 24th September 2017 at Lido Beach in Entebbe.
There will be 9 matches as released by the Uganda Beach Soccer Association (UBSA) competitions department.
The competitions secretary, Sarah Birungi duly confirmed the 9 matches on Sunday.
‘We shall have our matches on Sunday to match the match day 2 menu starting at 10 a.m till 6 p.m. There will be 9 matches and clubs are urged to keep time’ Birungi said.
Beach Soccer action at Lido Beach
Clubs as Isabeti, MUBS, Mengo Hospital and Starford University that missed on match day one be be present on Sunday.
The national beach soccer league has a total of 16 clubs.
These 16 clubs are divided into two groups – Hurriken and Moonson (8 apiece).
Sports Club Vipers and Uganda Peoples Defence Forces (UPDF) won their respective games by an identical 1-0 score line against SC Villa Jogoo and Express respectively during match day three on Saturday.
Tom Masiko scored the winning goal for Vipers after 30 minutes at the St Mary’s Stadium, Kitende.
UPDF needed Ezikiel Katende’s 48th minute goal to carry the day against Express at the Bombo Military stadium.
In Jinja during the epic derby, BUL scored late to deny nemesis side Kirinya-Jinja S.S.
Ibrahim Kayiwa’s 84th minute equalizer cancelled out Patrick ‘Crespo’ Asiku’s opener after 38 minutes as the two sides shared the spoils.
BUL ended the game with 10 men following a red card to Patrick Ssembuya in the 90th minute of the game.
Match day 4 of the league continues next Tuesday and Wednesday at various venues.
Next Matches:
Tuesday, 26th September 2017
Proline Vs Soana – Star Times Stadium, Lugogo (4:00 p.m) – Live on Azam TV
Masavu Vs Vipers – Fisheries Training Institute, Bugonga (4:30 p.m)
Bright Stars Vs Kirinya-Jinja S.S – Champions Stadium, Mwererwe (4:30 p.m)
Wednesday, 27th September 2017
URA Vs KCCA – Mandela National Stadium, Namboole (4:00 p.m) – Live on Azam TV
Onduparaka Vs Police – Betway Green Light Stadium, Arua (4:30 p.m)
SC Villa Vs Mbarara City – Masaka Recreational Stadium (4:30 p.m)
BUL Vs UPDF – Kakindu Stadium, Jinja (4:30 p.m)
Express Vs Maroons – Mutesa II Wankulukuku Stadium (4:30 p.m)
Interim coach Moses Basena has named a squad of 35 players to start preparations for the Uganda Cranes Regional tour of Northern Uganda and the 2018 FUFA World Cup Qualifier against Ghana.
The Cranes will play in Lira, Northern Uganda on 30th September and 7th October against Ghana at Mandela National stadium, Namboole.
‘The training will start on Wednesday 27th September, 2017 at 4pm at Namboole stadium under the guidance of Basena and his technical team. The coach will reduce his squad based on the arrival of foreign based players in camp’ said FUFA Communication Manager Ahmed Hussein
‘The players named will also get involved in the Uganda Cranes regional tour of Northern Uganda which will be the final tour of the year’ added Hussein.
The Squad:
Goalkeepers: Denis Onyango, Benjamin Ochan, Isma Watenga, Tom Ikara
Denis Iguma, Nicholas Wadada, Godfrey Walusimbi, Isaac Muleme, Isaac Isinde, Muwanga Bernard, Hassan Wasswa, Timothy Awany, Tony Mawejje, Geoffrey Kizito, Mutyaba Muzamiru, Masiko Tom, Ivan Ntege, Luwagga Kizito, Karisa Milton, Ochaya Joseph, Okwi Emmanuel, Miya Faruku, Idrisa Lubega, Derick Nsibambi, Nelson Senkatuka, Geoffrey Serunkuma, Kagimu Shafiq Paul Mucureezi, Gadaffi Gardinho, John Adriko, Okot Fred, Ibrahim Kayiwa, Tadeo Lwanga.
FUFA announces Discounted Tickets for Uganda vs Ghana World Cup Qualifier at Namboole
FUFA has offered a 16.6% discount (5,000/-) off an ordinary ticket of 30,000/- to the first 10,000 fans who will purchase tickets for the 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Russia match between Uganda Cranes and Ghana Black Stars on 7th October, 2017 at Mandela National Stadium.
The discounted ticket will be sold at 25,000/- (Twenty Five Thousand Uganda Shillings Only).
Only 10,000 tickets will be on market at a discount.
The tickets that are on a limited offer will be available to the fans on market for 6 days only starting Monday 25th to Saturday 30th September, 2017 at FUFA House.
‘The offer from the FUFA Marketing Department will give the fans an opportunity to purchase tickets early enough as they prepare to support their heroes against Ghana. We would like to see the fans cheer on the Uganda Cranes like they always do when the National team plays at home’ said FUFA Communications Manager Ahmed Hussein
A special image produced to promote the discounted tickets of the 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Russia between Uganda Cranes and Ghana Black Stars on 7th October at Namboole.
After 30th September, depending on the availability, tickets will be withdrawn from the market for the release and distribution of other categories of 30,000/-(Ordinary), 70,000/- (VIP Blue seats) and 150,000/- (VVIP) to the designated selling points.
MAIN PHOTO: Midfield maestro Tonny Mawejje with the ball during AFCON 2017 Finals in Gabon against Egypy is back in the Uganda Cranes Squad. He has beeen summoned by Cranes coach Moses Basena.
FUFA has offered a 16.6% discount (5,000/-) off an ordinary ticket of 30,000/- to the first 10,000 fans who will purchase tickets for the 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Russia match between Uganda Cranes and Ghana Black Stars on 7th October, 2017 at Mandela National Stadium.
The discounted ticket will be sold at 25,000/- (Twenty Five Thousand Uganda Shillings Only).
Only 10,000 tickets will be on market at a discount.
The tickets that are on a limited offer will be available to the fans on market for 6 days only starting Monday 25th to Saturday 30th September, 2017 at FUFA House.
‘The offer from the FUFA Marketing Department will give the fans an opportunity to purchase tickets early enough as they prepare to support their heroes against Ghana. We would like to see the fans cheer on the Uganda Cranes like they always do when the National team plays at home’ said FUFA Communications Manager Ahmed Hussein
A special image produced to promote the discounted tickets of the 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Russia between Uganda Cranes and Ghana Black Stars on 7th October at Namboole.
After 30th September, depending on the availability, tickets will be withdrawn from the market for the release and distribution of other categories of 30,000/-(Ordinary), 70,000/- (VIP Blue seats) and 150,000/- (VVIP) to the designated selling points.
The 15th FUFA Executive Committee meeting that convened at FUFA House on Tuesday 19th September 2017 passed key decisions following the Ordinary Assembly in Masindi that ushered in a new FUFA Executive headed by FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo.
While addressing the media on Wednesday during a press conference at FUFA House, FUFA Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Edgar Watson and Communications Manager Ahmed Hussein Communicated these key decisions.
The press conference at FUFA House, Mengo was well attended by sports journalists from the different media houses
1 – Representation of Uganda in CAF competitions (2018):
Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) FC will represent the country in the CAF Champions league in 2018. In case KCCA FC fails, then the runners up in the league 2016/17 season (SC Villa Jogoo) will take over the chance.
Paidha Black Angels FC shall represent Uganda in the CAF Confederation Cup. In case of failure for Paidha Black Angels to take up the opportunity, either Express and Sadolin Paints who reached the semi-finals of the FUFA Uganda Cup shall be on stand by.
2 – Start of the FUFA SACCO-It brings together all football people to join this group in a bid to improve the livelihood and welfare of the former players, delegates etc. Membership will be by financial subscription with more details to be communicated soon.
3 – The FUFA Executive Committee Meeting passed the implementation of football stake holders retreats (summits) starting 2018 to discuss with media, fans and other key stake holders of the game.
4 – Ten (10) Football Intermediaries confirmed. These are Musa ‘Atagenda’ Sebulime, Gibby Kalule, Geofrey ‘Solo’ Kayemba, Chadi Ezzeddine, Isaac Mwesigwa, Mike Mutyaba, Tushar Ruparelia, Daniel Kisseka Ntale, Fred Ronald Niwagira Mwine and Luzzi Abraham, Muwonge Lawrence. Hon Alintuma Nsambu is in the process of renewing his licence.
5 – FUFA Support to the regional clubs based on the activities of the regions and the District Football Associations (DFA’s).
6 – Clubs’ requests to change their names:
Bright Light to Amuka Bright Stars Football Club – Approved
Nsaagu F.C to Busiro United F.C – Approved
Artland Katale F.C to Kamuli Park F.C – Approved
Lweza United to Greater Masaka FC – Approved
Sadolin Paints Football Club to Plascon F.C – Approved
Airtel Kitara to Kitara Football Club – Approved
Baza Holdings F.C to Stegotta F.C – Rejected
7 – FUFA Big League-Only 22 clubs will play in the 2018/19 Season. 8 will be relegated at the end of the 2017/18 season which currently has 26 teams pooled into two groups but 4 will be promoted to the 2018/19 season after the 8 Regional Champions have featured in the play off tournament to determine the new comers.
8 – Restructuring of the FUFA Competitions department:
The FUFA Competitions Department will have Competitions Director, Competitions Manager and 4 Competitions Officers.
The Competitions Officers shall handle the clubs licensing, regulations and players’ documentations, Development leagues, Elite competitions (Uganda Cup, CAF, UPL) and Monitoring lower divisions
FUFA Competitions Manager Ali Mwebe will be away for close to 4 months for a course in Germany. In his absence, Hajjati Aisha Nalule will assume the roles of the Competitions Manager in Acting capacity.
9 – FUFA Executive Committee also confirmed the new FUFA Standing committees for the period 2017/2021.
The 15th FUFA Executive committee co-opted Ronnie Kalema on the FUFA Executive committee following a resolution by the FUFA Ordinary Assembly in Masindi on 5th August, 2017.
Competitions Disciplinary Panel (A new Panel to handle immediate cases for All FUFA Competitions): The Panel has Deo Mutabazi (Chairman), Robert Sserunjogi, George Kabwemukya
FUFA Diversity and Anti-Discrimination (FUFA DAD)- Manager: Samuel Mpiima
Other committees:
COMPETITIONS Hamid Juma- Chairman
Mafuko Latif- V/Chairman
Kavuma Hassan – Member
Brian Ssengendo- Member
Tabu Santos- Member
LEGAL COMMITTEE Ojok Odur- Chairman
Edgar Agaba- V/chairman
INTERNATIONAL MATCH ORGANIZATION Magoola Issa- Chairman
Mike Letti- V/Chairman
Donney Robert- Member
Kamulegeya Yusuf- Member
Mwanje Joseph S- Member
Okello Walter-Member
Sendyowa Abass-Member
NATIONAL TEAMS’ COORDINATORS
Makumbi Sulait
Joseph Kasana
Taban Asega Kamara
Muyinda Crispus
9 – National teams’ technical staff and coordinators:
UGANDA SENIOR WOMEN NATIONAL TEAM (Crested Cranes):
Head coach: Faridah Bulega
Assistant Coach: Edward Kaziba
Goalkeepers’ Trainer: Daniel Kiwanuka
UGANDA U-20 (Women):
Head coach: Edward Kaziba
Assistant Coach: Oliver Mbekeka
Goalkeepers’ Trainer: Daniel Kiwanuka
Men’s teams:
UGANDA U 17 (Uganda Cubs)
Head coach: U-17: Peter Onen
Assistant coach: Hamza Lutalo
Goalkeeper Trainer: Mubarak Kiberu
UGANDA U-20 (Uganda Hippos)
Head coach: Mathias Lule
Assistant coach: James Odoch
Goalkeeping coach: Samuel Kawalya
UGANDA U-23 (Uganda Kobs):
Head coach: Moses Basena
Assistant coach: Wasswa Bbosa
Goalkeeping coach: Sadiq Wassa
UGANDA SENIOR TEAM (Uganda Cranes):
Head coach: Moses Basena
Assistant Coach: Mathias Lule
Goalkeeping coach: Fred Kajoba
*Ibrahim Ssekajja to join panel of coaches
Uganda National teams’ coordinators (to be appointed on rotational basis – case by case)
Chris Muyinda
Joseph Kasana
Kamala Taban
Sulait Makumbi
MAIN PHOTO: FUFA Communications Manager Ahmed Hussein with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Edgar Watson during the press conference on Wednesday, 20th September 2017 at FUFA House.
The 15th FUFA Executive committee meeting that convened on Tuesday, 19th September 2017 at FUFA House in Mengo Kampala confirmed the appointment of several coaches to the different positions for the national teams.
UGANDA SENIOR WOMEN NATIONAL (Uganda Crested Cranes):
Head coach: Faridah Bulega
Assistant Coach: Edward Kaziba
Goalkeepers’ Trainer: Daniel Kiwanuka
UGANDA U-20:
Head coach: Edward Kaziba
Assistant Coach: Oliver Mbekeka
Goalkeepers’ Trainer: Daniel Kiwanuka
Men teams:
UGANDA U 17 (Uganda Cubs)
Head coach: U-17: Peter Onen
Assistant coach: George Lutalo
Goalkeeper Trainer: Mubarak Kiberu
UGANDA U-20 (Uganda Hippos)
Head coach: Mathias Lule
Assistant coach: James Odoch
Goalkeeping coach: Samuel Kawalya
UGANDA U-23 (Uganda Kobs):
Head coach: Moses Basena
Assistant coach: Wasswa Bbosa
Goalkeeping coach: Sadiq Wassa
The FUFA President Eng Moses greets the Uganda Cranes coaches Fred Kajoba (L) and Moses Basena (M) prior to kick off of the return leg in the 2018 CHAN Qualifier
UGANDA SENIOR TEAM (Uganda Cranes):
Head coach: Moses Basena
Assistant Coach: Mathias Lule
Goalkeeping coach: Fred Kajoba
*Ibrahim Ssekagya to join panel of coaches
Uganda National teams’ Coordinators (to be appointed on rotational basis – case by case)
Chris Muyinda
Joseph Kasana
Kamala Taban
Sulait Makumbi
MAIN PHOTO: Faridah Bulega is now the Uganda Crested Cranes head coach. She is deputized by Edward Kaziba
The Azam Uganda Premier League through CEO Bernard Bainamani communicated disciplinary measures towards the person of Bright Stars head coach Fred Kajoba for alleged misconduct during his club’s goalless draw against Vipers at the Champions’ stadium in Mwererwe.
This was during the opening day of the season where Bright Stars played with 10 men for almost 80 minutes of the game.
According to a statement signed by Bainamani, coach Kajoba contravened Article 30(2) of the FUFA Competitions Rules 2017/18.
The aforementioned Article reads;
A participant shall at all times act in the best interests of the game and shall not act in any manner which is improper or brings the game into disrepute or use any one, or a combination of; violent conduct, serious foul play, threatening, abusive, indecent or insulting words or behavior.’
Pursuant to article 30(8), Mr Fred Kajoba has been given a four match touchline ban for AUPL matches with immediate effect.
There is no chance to appeal. The touch line ban will involve games against Soana (away), Mbarara City (away), Kirinya Jinja SS (home) and UPDF (away).
Bright Stars is sponsored by Fero Mobile and Lato Milk.
Azam Uganda Premier League 2017/18: All Match Day one results:
Express 0-0 Kirinya-Jinja S.S – Mutesa II Wankulukuku Stadium
URA 2-1 UPDF – Mandela National Stadium, Namboole
Sports Club Villa Jogoo 1-0 Soana – Masaka Recreational Stadium
Onduparaka 0-0 Proline – Betway Green Light Stadium
Bright Stars Vs Vipers – Champions Stadium, Mwererwe
Masavu Vs Police – Fisheries Training Institute, Bugonga – Entebbe (Was not played)
BUL 0-0 Mbarara City – Kakindu Stadium, Jinja
KCCA 0-0Maroons – Star Times Stadium, Lugogo – Kampala
Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) football club defeated UPDF 2-1 on Wednesday at the Mandela Natioal Stadium, Namboole.
This was during the continuation of match day one for the Azam Uganda Premier League.
Fred Okot and Labama Bokota scored for the tax collectors’ side while Walter Lubangkene got the consolation for UPDF.
This was only the second victory of match day one game following Sports Club Villa Jogoo’s 1-0 over visiting Soana at the Masaka Recreational Stadium on Tuesday.
Second half substitute Vitalis Tabu scored the only goal on the day in the 72nd minute of the game. moments after replacing Allan Kyambadde.
The other ended in goal-less draws.
Meanwhile, the league returns on Friday.
Vipers host Bul at the St Mary’s Stadium in Kitende and Soana will play Bright Stars at Kavumba Recreational Stadium.
