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  • FUFA President’s message ahead of the 2017/18 Azam Uganda Premier League

    FUFA President’s message ahead of the 2017/18 Azam Uganda Premier League

    UPL 2017/18 Season Kick off – Tuesday, 12th September 2017

    Apppointments-Match officials-AUPL MATCHES REFEREES 2017

    Match Day one fixtures:

    Tuesday, 12th September 2017 – Also follow live updates of all the matches live on 102.1 FUFA f.m and all official FUFA social media plat forms

    • Sports Club Villa Jogoo Vs Soana – Masaka Recreational Stadium (Live on Azam TV) – 4 p.m
    • Onduparaka Vs Proline – Betway Green Light Stadium (4:30 p.m)
    • Bright Stars Vs Vipers – Champions Stadium, Mwererwe (4:30 p.m)
    • Masavu Vs Police – Fisheries Training Institute, Bugonga – Entebbe (4:30 p.m)
    • BUL Vs Mbarara City – Kakindu Stadium, Jinja (4:30 p.m)
    • KCCA Vs Maroons – Star Times Stadium, Lugogo – Kampala (4:30 p.m)

    Wednesday, 13th September 2017

    • Express Vs Kirinya-Jinja S.S – Mutesa II Wankulukuku Stadium (4:30 p.m)
    • URA Vs UPDF – Mandela National Stadium, Namboole (4:30 p.m)

    FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo’s message prior to the 2017/18 AUPL kick off

    I wake up a very excited man today.

    Club football is eventually picking the gospel we started in 2006 to professionalise which will now trigger commercialization so that Ugandan football takes its deserved front seat as an advertising vehicle.

    This will eventually tap into the over 700billion ugx advertising basket through big volume club football sponsorships.

    FUFA will continue with its Human Resource Development strategy, the Club Licensing tool and the FUFA Club’s Pro Agenda to help clubs improve

    Whereas we are now getting to talk, let us actually walk the talk through the season. Pressers, Pictures and Graphics are one thing but running a pro club is another.

    Pro clubs are only successful with numbers of fans to balance the finance equation. Money must be coming from numbers of fans as gate collections (season tickets), buying genuine club merchandise and corporate sponsors targeting fans not money from individuals or organisations.

    We need to see deliberate efforts to recruit fans in numbers

    May the best team win the 2017/8 Azam Uganda Premier League

  • 2017 FUFA Super Cup: KCCA FC defeats Paidha Black Angels to retain title

    2017 FUFA Super Cup: KCCA FC defeats Paidha Black Angels to retain title

    KCCA FC 3-0 Paidha Black Angels

    Reigning Azam Uganda Premier League Champions, 2016/17 FUFA Uganda Cup  winners Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) Football club comprehensively defeated last season’s losing finalists in the FUFA Uganda Cup Paidha Black Angels 3-0 at the Mutesa II Wankulukuku stadium on Saturday.

    KCCA F.C thus retained the FUFA Sper Cup, a trophy they had won after overcoming Vipers SC last season.

    New signing from Maroons FC Patrick Kaddu, Allan Okello and Tito Okello scored in the 6th, 34th and 43rd minutes respectively to give Mike Mutebi and his entire technical team something to smile about ahead of Tuesday’s official league kick off.

    KCCA’s goalkeeper Charles Lukwago was voted Man of the Match.

    FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo was among the football dignitaries at the match.

    Flanked by the 2nd Vice President Darius Mugoye, Eng. Magogo later handed over the medals, Man of the match accolade and trophy to the victors.

    Team captains before kick off

    The FUFA Super Cup the curtainraiser to the new AUPL season that kicks off on 12th September, 2017

    Team Line ups (Shirt numbers in brackets):

    KCCA XI: Charles Lukwago (24), Dennis Okot Oola (16), Habib Kavuma (2), Filbert Obenchan (13), Isaac Kirabira (15), Ibrahim Wamanah (4), Paul Mucureezi (14), Mustapha Kizza (12), Patrick Kaddu (9), Tito Okello (11), Allan Okello (5)

    Changes:

    64’ Tito Okello Out, Faisal Malango On

    64’ Paul Mucureezi Out, Julius Poloto On

    64’ Mustapha Kizza Out, Allan Oryek On

    65’ Isaac Kirabira Out, Faizal Kiberu On

    82’ Filbert Obenchan Out, James Begisa On

    82’ Lawrence Bukenya Out, Ibrahim Wamanah On

    Sub Not Used: Jamal Maliyamungu (29)

    Manager: Mike Hilary Mutebi

    Paidha Black Angels XI:

    Jonathan Oyirwoth (G.K), Andrew Kidega (19), Cheka Sabiri (20), Julius Okumu (5), Khalid Odagiu (13), Hussein Kabaya (15), Stephen Mwaka (4) Shaban Farouk (6), Blaise Kasiki (8), Cromwel Rwothemio (7), Male Nsereko (14)

    Changes:

    45’ Male Nsereko Out – Jeremie Egonkonza On

    45’ Julius Okumu Out  – Ceasar Olega On

    45’ Hussein Kabaya Out – Francis Otim On

    45’ Jonathan Oyirwoth Out – Stephen Odong Latek

    61’ Shaban Farouk Out – Vincent Malobe On

    83’ Cheka Sabiri Out, Erick Oyirworth On

    83’ Cromwel Rwothemio Out, Jackson Nsubuga On

    Subs Not Used (None):

    Head coach: Ali Hussein Kheri

    Match officials:

    Center Referee: Ali Sabilla Cheleganti

    1st Assistant Referee: Hussein Bugembe

    2nd Assistant Referee: Ronald Katenya

    4th Official: Alex Muhabi

  • FUFA mourns death of former Uganda Cranes International Mathew Lucha

    FUFA has learnt with shock the death of former Uganda Cranes International Mathew Lucha which occurred on Friday night 8th September, 2017.

    Lucha played for the National senior football team-Uganda Cranes in the 80s.

    ‘We have received the sad news of the loss of Mathew Lucha. The sport has been hit by tough times this year where we have lost our beloved active and former football players, administrators and fans’ said FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo.

    ‘Lucha was an integral part during his playing days for his clubs and Uganda Cranes. Even when he ventured into coaching, he left an impact. Football will miss Lucha’ added Magogo.

    May His Soul Rest in Peace

     

     

  • Passionate, Lovely fans make Uganda’s day in Alexandria despite loss to Egypt

    Passionate, Lovely fans make Uganda’s day in Alexandria despite loss to Egypt

    The Uganda Cranes is a huge brand run by FUFA. Its commercial value is depicted by the number of Corporate companies that inject money in the team. Airtel are the officials Sponsors of the Uganda Cranes while Nile Special, NIC, BIDCO and Ecobank are the official partners.

    Whenever the Uganda Cranes is action, droves of fans will follow up their beloved National team home or away.

    Ugandan fans who followed the team in Alexandria to support their beloved Cranes.

    It was the same story on Tuesday 5th Sept, 2017 at the Borg El Arab Stadium in Alexandria when Uganda Cranes took on Egypt. Barring the results in which the home side won 1-0, Ugandan fans who travelled long distances to cheer the team made a huge difference.

    ‘We felt at home when we saw our fans in the stands. They were cheering on the team and it was a nice feeling seeing tem support the team till the end of the game’ said FUFA Communication Manager Ahmed Hussein.

    Onyango’s great show during the game couldn’t stop fans seeking for photo moments. He gladly welcomed his adoring fans.

    ‘Our players know how much the fans go through in terms of mobilizing resources to follow the Uganda Cranes while on international engagements’ added Hussein.

    Despite the loss, Uganda Cranes players and officials went close to the stand where Ugandan fans watched the match from and waved to them to acknowledge their support.

    ‘It was unbelievable to see huge number of fans. It is a pity that we didn’t win to make them happy but we shall not give up on the dream. It is always our wish to see our fans happy’ said Denis Onyango Uganda Cranes Captain.

    MAIN PHOTO: The stand where Uganda fans supported the Cranes from. They turned up in big numbers. 

     

  • Gallant Uganda Cranes fall to Egypt in Alexandria

    Gallant Uganda Cranes fall to Egypt in Alexandria

    2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Russia

    Egypt 1-0 Uganda

    Uganda Cranes displayed a gallant and resilient fight, falling 1-0 to Egypt at the Borg El Arab Stadium in Alexandria City on Tuesday night during the 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Russia.

    Mohammed Salah scored the solitary goal on 6 minutes.

    Head coach Moses Basena had maintained the starting team that edged Egypt 1-0 at the Mandela National Stadium, Namboole on 31st August, 2017.

    Uganda is now second in group E with  7 points, two short of Egypt who are on 9.

    Ghana’s 5-1 win over Congo Brazaville lifted them to 5 points and Congo remains with one point.

    Team captain Denis Onyango had a master performance that prevented the Egyptians from doubling the goal advantage.

    Coach Basena was left impressed by the overall spirited performance.

    “We lost gallantly. We put up a spirited performance away from home. I am impressed by the team’s overall display” Basena stated.

    Uganda Cranes will return home on Friday morning to plan for the next match against Ghana in October.

    Uganda Cranes XI:

    Denis Onyango (GK), Nico Wakiro Wadada, Godfrey Walusimbi, Isaac Isinde, Murushid Juuko, Wasswa Hassan Mawanda,Khalid Aucho, Emmanuel Arnold Okwi, Faruku Miya, Derrick Nsibambi,  Joseph Benson Ochaya

    Substitutes:

    Ismail Watenga (GK), Benjamin Ochan (GK), Bernard Muwanga, Ivan Ntege, Muzamiru Mutyaba, William Luwagga Kizito, Milton Karisa, Isaac Muleme, Geoffrey Serunkuma

  • Great euphoria as National teams of football and Basketball meet in Alexandria

    Great euphoria as National teams of football and Basketball meet in Alexandria

    2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Russia

    Egypt vs Uganda

    venue: Borg El Arab Stadium, Alexandria

    Time:8pm (Egypt Time, 9pm in Uganda)

     

    Uganda Cranes Programme-Monday 4th Sept, 2017

    10am- Light walk-to be joined by Uganda National Basketball Team Silverbacks who are camped in Alexandria for AfroBasket to be hosted by Tunisia and Senegal

    7pm-Prematch Meeting at Borg El Arab stadium 

    7.30pm Uganda Cranes Press conference at Borg El Arab Stadium 

    8pm-Uganda Cranes training at Borg El Arab Stadium

    Note: The first 15 minutes of training will be open to the media. 

    With the Egypt-Uganda World cup qualifier set for Tuesday at the Borg El Arab Stadium, indications are that Moses Basena’s boys are all looking forward to the match.

    ‘We are not under any pressure. We did our job back in Uganda and we are on another mission here in Alexandria. We have planned well for these fixtures. Let football do the talking on the pitch’ said Moses Basena told www.fufa.co.ug as he prepared to take his players for a 30 minute light walk around the magnificent Radisson Blu Hotel where the Uganda Cranes contingent is accommodated.

    Every member of the contingent including the Leader of Delegation Hamid Juma and FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo took part in the walk around the spacious hotel premises as a sign of togetherness and for bonding purposes.

    Legends meet in Alexandria-Steve Omony (L) and Ibra Sekagya have both inked their names in the sports history books of Uganda.

    ‘Sometimes such moments are good to relax. You don’t need to be confined in one place. Let us enjoy every bit while in Egypt with the Uganda Cranes in camp’ added Basena.

    Uganda Cranes players led by skipper Denis Onyango enjoying a light walk in Alexandria

    During the walk, Egyptian football fans were keenly tracking the team however with no inconveniences caused at all.

    At the end of the light walk, Head coach Basena created another moment for further bonding that left every member of the contingent bursting into laughter where those selected would tap another person who would move into the inner part of the circle crated until the end of the exercise.

    Team Manager Crispus Muyinda (4th from Left) guarded by Uganda Cranes players after the morning light walk in Alexandria

    The FUFA President kicked off the as was handpicked by Basena.

    The Uganda Cranes were later joined by the Uganda National Basketball team-Silverbacks who are camped in Alexandria for the Afrobasket to be hosted in Senegal and Tunisia.

    FUFA President in the middle trying out a simple game for bonding purposes with the rest of the team

    The Minister of State for Sports Hon Charles Bakkabulindi, FUFA President, two captains Steve Omony (Basketball) and Denis Onyango (football) spokes on behalf of their respective teams.

    MAIN PHOTO: Uganda Natinal team players for Basketball and football in a group photo at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Alexandria. 

     

  • Basena names Uganda Cranes Squad to Egypt for World Cup Qualifier

    Basena names Uganda Cranes Squad to Egypt for World Cup Qualifier

    Uganda Cranes Interim coach Moses Basena has named his final 20 man squad for the trip to Alexandria where they will play Egypt in the 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Russia on Tuesday night.

    Captain and Goalkeeper Dennis Onyango who made world class saves on Thursday at Namboole as Cranes edged The Pharaohs 1-0 thanks to an Emma Okwi superb goal, will lead his troops.

    The squad has three Goalkeepers including Isma Watenga and Benjamin Ochan.

    The final squad was released after a training session on Saturday morning at the Mandela National stadium, Namboole

    L-R: Goal hero Emmanuel Okwi, Joseph Benson Ochaya and Khalid Aucho wheel off in celebrations at Namboole. Okwi said Cranes will take each game as it comes.

    FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo will also travel with the team to the North African Country for the match.

    Final Squad to Egypt that flies out on Sunday morning (4am) aboard Egypt Air;

    Goalkeepers: Denis Onyango (GK), Ismail Watenga, Benjamin Ochan (GK)

    Other Squad Members: Nico Wakiro Wadada, Godfrey Walusimbi, Isaac Isinde, Murushid Juuko, Wasswa Hassan Mawanda, Khalid Aucho, Emmanuel Arnold Okwi, Faruku Miya, Derrick Nsibambi,  Joseph Benson Ochaya, Bernard Muwanga, Ivan Ntege, Muzamiru Mutyaba, William Luwagga Kizito, Milton Karisa, Isaac Muleme and Geoffrey Serunkuma.

    FUFA President-Eng. Moses Magogo

    L.O.D-Hamid Juma-Executive Committee Member

    Technical: Moses Basena, Matia Lule, Fred Kajoba, Ibrahim Sekagya

    Medical Team: Dr. Ronald Kisolo, Ivan Ssewanyana (Physiotherapist)

    Muyinda Cris-Team Coordinator

    Ahmed Hussein-Communications Manager

    Abu Zikusooka-102.1 FUFA fm 

    Tabu Santos (Northern Region FA Delegate), Deo Mutabazi (Beach Soccer Delegate/Chairman Uganda Beach Soccer Association), Sumaya Kiwanuka (PAP). 

    MAIN PHOTO: The entire Starting XI for Uganda Cranes against Egypt at Namboole will be travelling to Alexandria on Sunday morning. 

  • 2017-2021 FUFA Executive Committee officially embarks on new mandated term

    2017-2021 FUFA Executive Committee officially embarks on new mandated term

    Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) Executive Committee led by the President Eng. Moses Magogo kick started the officially mandated new term in office on Thursday, 31st August 2017 for the period 2017 – 2021.

    This follows the successful elections held at the 93rd FUFA Ordinary Assembly held on Saturday, 5th Auguts 2017 at the Kabalega Hotel in Masindi.

    According to a circular No. 1061 – FUFA/C/006/17 released by the office of the Chief Executive Officer, Edgar Watson Suubi, it duly confirmed;

    This is to inform you that the FUFA Executive Committee as elected in the 93rd FUFA Ordinary General Assembly on Saturday 5th August 2017 in Masindi, has started its official mandated term of office started on Thursday, 1st 31st August 2017.

    Further communication will be forwarded in the due course.

    On a vibrant tiding, the new term began with a convincing performance of the national team, Uganda Cranes  that overcame the 7 time African champions, Egypt 1-0 in the FIFA World Cup 2018 Russia group E qualifier at Mandela Naational Stadium, Namboole.

    New FUFA Executive Committee members pose for a group photo alongside the two guests who were part of the 93rd FUFA Ordinary Assembly – Leodgar Tenga and Djibouti FA President, Soulieman Hassan Waberi

    FUFA Executive Committee (2017-2021):

    1 – Eng. Moses Magogo (President)

    2 – Mr. Mugisha Justus (1st Vice President)

    3 – Mr Mugoye Darius (2nd Vice President)

    4 – Hon Florence Nakiwala Kiyingi (3rd Vice President)

    5 – Mr Byamukama Rogers (Kitara Delegat)

    6 – Mr. Kalibala John Chrizestom (Western Delegate)

    7 – Ms. Mugena Agnes (Woman Delegate)

    8 – Hajji Ssekabira Abdul Lukooya (Buganda Delegate)

    9 – Mr. Hamid Juma (Kampala Delegate)

    10 – Mr. Kalyebara David Mukidi (Northern Delegate)

    11 – Mr. Magoola Issa Kakaire (Eastern Delegate)

    12 – Mr. Ochom Richard (North East Delegate)

    13 – Mr. Ariga Rasoul (West Nile Delegate)

     

  • 128 referees undergo medicals ahead of national fitness exercise

    128 referees undergo medicals ahead of national fitness exercise

    In preparation for the new season, 128 referees underwent medical tests on Friday in preparation for the fitness exercise the following day.

    The medicals were held on Friday 1st September 2017 at FUFA House, Mengo ahead of FIFA and National physical fitness tests.

    According to Ali Kalyango, the FIFA physical fitness instructor, the referees are being prepared for the 2017/18 season and those who pass will officiate the Azam Uganda Premier League, the FUFA Big League and other competitions.

    “The medical and physical fitness tests are intended to prepare the match FIFA and National match for the 2017/18 season” Kalyango observed.

    The exercise will also be used for promotion of referees at different grades that’s 3rd, 2nd, 1st and FIFA.

    The fitness exercise will take place at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole on Saturday, 2nd September 2017.

  • Pictorial: Uganda Cranes pip Egypt Pharaohs to ascend aloft group E | FIFA WORLD CUP Russia 2018 Qualifiers

    Pictorial: Uganda Cranes pip Egypt Pharaohs to ascend aloft group E | FIFA WORLD CUP Russia 2018 Qualifiers

    FIFA WORLD CUP Russia 2018 (Qualifiers) – Group E:

    UGANDA CRANES 1-0 EGYPT PHARAOHS

    Striker Emmanuel Arnold Okwi who turns out for Tanzania Premier side Simba was the hero for Uganda Cranes during the 1-0 victory against the Egypt Pharaohs in a group E match of the 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifier at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole on Thursday.

    Uganda is now top of the group with 7 points off 3 matches. Egypt follows with 6, Ghana (1) and Congo has no point so far (Ghana Black Stars hosts Congo on Friday evening).

    www.fufa.co.ug brings you some of the colourful images from the match.

    Players joined some officials applaud the fans support after the game
    The two goalkeeping captains Dennis Onyango and Essam El Hadary during the pre match customs
    Uganda Cranes technical team during the singing of the national anthem
    The two captains Dennis Onyango and Essam El-Hadary with the match officials before kick off
    L-R: Goal hero Emmanuel Okwi, Joseph Benson Ochaya and Khalid Aucho wheel off in celebrations at Namboole
    Khalid Aucho closes down an Egyptian opponent during the match
    Egypt XI vs Uganda Cranes
    Uganda Cranes XI Vs. Egypt
    Uganda Cranes substitute players during the singing of the national anthem
    Painted Uganda Cranes fans in the terraces
    Officials during the Uganda Cranes team inspection
    Officials during the singing of the national anthems before kick off
    The FUFA President, Eng. Moses Magogo congratulates Isaac Isinde and the rest of the players in the dressing rooms
    Goalkeeper Essam El Hadary collects a high ball
  • Uganda Cranes 1-0 Egypt Pharaohs | FIFA WORLD CUP Russia 2018 (Qualifiers) – Group E

    Uganda Cranes 1-0 Egypt Pharaohs | FIFA WORLD CUP Russia 2018 (Qualifiers) – Group E

    FIFA WORLD CUP Russia 2018 (Qualifiers) – Group E:

    UGANDA CRANES 1-0 EGYPT PHARAOHS

    Uganda Cranes is now top of group E after overcoming 7 time African champions Egypt in the FIFA World Cup Russia 2018 qualifiers at Mandela National stadium, Namboole on Thursday.

    Striker Emmanuel Okwi scored the lone goal of the day in the 51st minute.

    Forward Derrick Nsibambi closes down on goalkeeper Essam ElHadary during the game

    The 2016 CAF team of the year, captained by the reigning continent’s footballer of the year (based in Africa) is the team, Dennis Onyango played gallantly for the famous win.

    William Luwagga Kizito, Geofrey Sserunkuma and Isaac Muleme later on replaced the trio of Faruku Miya, Okwi and Ochaya respectively.

    A section of delighted Uganda Cranes fans in the terraces

    Onyango was the only player booked in the game attended by a good crowd.

    Uganda Cranes depart for Egypt on the 2nd September 2017 for the return leg.

    The return leg will be played on Tuesday, 5th September 2017 at the Arab El Borg stadium in Alexanderia city.

    The two captains Dennis Onyango and Essam El-Hadary with the match officials before kick off

    Uganda Cranes is now top of group E with 7 points. Egypt remains on 6.

    Ghana and Congo are on 1 and zero point respectively.

    Ghana Black Stars host Congo on Friday.

    Officials during the singing of the national anthems before kick off

    Uganda Cranes XI:

    Denis Onyango (GK), Nico Wakiro Wadada, Godfrey Walusimbi, Isaac Isinde, Murushid Juuko, Wasswa Hassan Mawanda,Khalid Aucho, Emmanuel Arnold Okwi, Faruku Miya, Derrick Nsibambi,  Joseph Benson Ochaya

    Reserves: Ismail Watenga, Benjamin Ochan (GK), Bernard Muwanga, Ivan Ntege, Muzamiru Mutyaba, William Luwagga Kizito, Milton Karisa, Isaac Muleme, Geoffrey Serunkuma, Shafic Kuchi Kagimu, Tom Masiko, Denis Iguma

  • Uganda Cranes XI vs. Egypt Pharaohs | FIFA WORLD CUP Russia 2018 qualifier – Group E

    Uganda Cranes XI vs. Egypt Pharaohs | FIFA WORLD CUP Russia 2018 qualifier – Group E

    FIFA WORLD CUP Russia 2018 (Qualifiers) – Group D:

    • Match day 3: Thursday, 31st August 2017
    • Kick off: 16:00 hours
    • At Mandela National Stadium, Namboole
    • Entry Fees: 30,000/= (Ordinary), 70,000/= (VIP) & 150,000/= (VVIP)

    *Follow live on www.fufa.co.ug, all official FUFA social media plat forms and on 102.1 FUFA f.m, the football radio

    The starting line up for Uganda Cranes against the Egypt national football team, the Pharaohs is promising.

    2016 CAF footballer of the year (based in Africa) is the team, Dennis Onyango is the team captain.

    Others on the starting eleven are; Nico Wakiro Wadada, Godfrey Walusimbi, Isaac Isinde, Murushid Juuko, Wasswa Hassan Mawanda,Khalid Aucho, Emmanuel Arnold Okwi, Faruku Miya, Derrick Nsibambi and Joseph Benson Ochaya.

    The reserve players are Ismail Watenga, Benjamin Ochan (GK), Bernard Muwanga, Ivan Ntege, Muzamiru Mutyaba, William Luwagga Kizito, Milton Karisa, Isaac Muleme, Geoffrey Serunkuma, Shafic Kuchi Kagimu, Tom Masiko and Denis Iguma

    Uganda Cranes XI:

    Denis Onyango (GK), Nico Wakiro Wadada, Godfrey Walusimbi, Isaac Isinde, Murushid Juuko, Wasswa Hassan Mawanda,Khalid Aucho, Emmanuel Arnold Okwi, Faruku Miya, Derrick Nsibambi,  Joseph Benson Ochaya

    Reserves: Ismail Watenga, Benjamin Ochan (GK), Bernard Muwanga, Ivan Ntege, Muzamiru Mutyaba, William Luwagga Kizito, Milton Karisa, Isaac Muleme, Geoffrey Serunkuma, Shafic Kuchi Kagimu, Tom Masiko, Denis Iguma

  • Determined Uganda Cranes team conducts final training session, captain Onyango promises positive showing

    Determined Uganda Cranes team conducts final training session, captain Onyango promises positive showing

    FIFA WORLD CUP Russia 2018 (Qualifiers) – Group D:

    • Match day 3: Thursday, 31st August 2017
    • Kick off: 16:00 hours
    • At Mandela National Stadium, Namboole
    • Entry Fees: 30,000/= (Ordinary), 70,000/= (VIP) & 150,000/= (VVIP)

    The Uganda Cranes conducted the last training session on the eve of the 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifier encounter against the Egypt Pharaohs at Mandela National Stadium.

    Uganda Cranes players Joseph Ochaya and Aucho Khalid during the final session on Thursday evening at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole

    The morale in camp is far above the ground as the boys have vowed to conquer the Pharaohs to clear their chances of qualifying for the world’s most precious football tournament for the first time.

    Team captain Denis Masinde Onyango said that team needs maximum results from the game in a bid to broaden the chances of a place in Russia.

    Uganda Cranes players in a prayer session before the training

    “We have to give in our best against Egypt because this game determines so match on our chance of qualifying for the World Cup. We need to utilize the home advantage to acquire maximum results before the return leg” observed Onyango.

    Onyango also believes that the 12th player (fans) is much needed at the pitch because they play a big role in morale boosting and adding liveliness to the game thus called upon Ugandans to come and support their team.

    Uganda Cranes players eye the ball during the last training at Namboole stadium on Wednesday evening

    Uganda Cranes players for selection:

    Goalkeepers: Dennis Onyango, Robert Odongkara, Ismail Watenga, Benjamin Ochan

    Defenders: Nico Wakiro Wadada , Isaac Muleme, Timothy Dennis Awany , Murushid Juuko, Bernard Muwanga , Geofrey ‘Jajja Walu’ Walusimbi, Dennis Iguma, Paul Musamali, Isaac Isinde

    Midfielders: Aucho Khalid,  Ivan ‘Kojja’ Ntege, Muzamiru Mutyaba, Paul Mucureezi, Tom Masiko,Shafiq Kagimu, Hassan Wasswa Mawanda, Joseph Ochaya, William Luwagga Kizito

    Strikers: Derrick Nsibambi , Geofrey Sserunkuma, Emmanuel Okwi, Milton Karisa, Faruku Miya.

    Ticket selling points:

    FUFA House shop, Mengo – Kampala

    Airtel Uganda shops: Ben Kiwanuka Street, Bweyogerere, Forest Mall, Bugolobi, Kampala Road

    Jude Colour Solutions, Prime Complex – Kampala road

    Katumwa Sports Center, Arua Park

    Ham Shopping Grounds, Nakivubo

    Dellah Attractions – Kampala Boulevard Building

    Hardware World, Ntinda

    City Shoppers  Super Market, Mukono

    Tangosport Shop, Jinja

    Shell Petrol Stations: Bugolobi, Shell Capital, Kibuye, Kabalagala, Kalerwe, Kireka

    Total Petrol Stations: Arua Park, Nakivubo, City Center, Kajjansi, Bwaise,  Natete, Kireka, Bweyogerere, Kibuli

    City Oil Petrol Stations: Namirembe, Gapco, Bombo Road, 7th Street, Kamwokya, Nakawa,

    Kobil Petrol Stations: Kasubi, Kawempe

  • Uganda Cranes vs. Egypt Pharaohs match day tickets on the market | FIFA WORLD CUP Russia 2018

    Uganda Cranes vs. Egypt Pharaohs match day tickets on the market | FIFA WORLD CUP Russia 2018

    FIFA WORLD CUP Russia 2018 (Qualifiers) – Group D:

    • Match day 3: Thursday, 31st August 2017
    • Kick off: 16:00 hours
    • At Mandela National Stadium, Namboole
    • Entry Fees: 30,000/= (Ordinary), 70,000/= (VIP) & 150,000/= (VVIP)

    The match day tickets for the much awaited FIFA World  Cup Russia 2018 group D qualifier between Uganda Cranes and the Egypt Pharaohs at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole in Uganda are officially on sale.

    The tickets hit the market on Monday morning and the public has since responded well to the huge demand.

    Addressing the media during a preparatory press conference held on Monday at FUFA House in Kampala, FUFA Deputy Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Humphrey Mandu advised the general public to purchase their tickets early enough and at the designated selling points to avoid the late minute rush.

    “We are glad to announce that the match day tickets are already on the market. Our dear fans are advised to buy their tickers early so that to avoid the last minute rush. The fans are also urged to buy the tickets from the  right designated places” Mandu stated.

    The ordinary tickets cost 30,000/=, 70,000/= is for the VIP whilst the VVIP tickets cost 150,000/= each.

    Ticket selling points:

    • FUFA House shop, Mengo – Kampala
    • Airtel Uganda shops: Ben Kiwanuka Street, Bweyogerere, Forest Mall, Bugolobi, Kampala Road
    • Jude Colour Solutions, Prime Complex – Kampala road
    • Katumwa Sports Center, Arua Park
    • Ham Shopping Grounds, Nakivubo
    • Dellah Attractions – Kampala Boulevard Building
    • Hardware World, Ntinda
    • Capital Shoppers, Mukono
    • Tangosport Shop, Jinja
    • Shell Petrol Stations: Bugolobi, Shell Capital, Kibuye, Kabalagala, Kalerwe, Kireka
    • Total Petrol Stations: Arua Park, Nakivubo, City Center, Kajjansi, Bwaise,  Natete, Kireka, Bweyogerere, Kibuli
    • City Oil Petrol Stations: Namirembe, Gapco, Bombo Road, 7th Street, Kamwokya, Nakawa,
    • Kobil Petrol Stations: Kasubi, Kawempe

    MAIN PHOTO: FUFA Deputy CEO, Humphrey Mandu displays a sample of the Uganda Cranes vs. Egypt Pharaohs during the press conference held at FUFA House in Mengo, Kampala on Wednesday mroning

    PHOTO CREDITS: FUFA Communications Department

  • FIFA WORLD CUP Russia 2018: Uganda Cranes vs. Egypt Pharaohs preparations in high gear

    FIFA WORLD CUP Russia 2018: Uganda Cranes vs. Egypt Pharaohs preparations in high gear

    FIFA WORLD CUP Russia 2018 (Qualifiers) – Group D:

    • Match day 3: Thursday, 31st August 2017
    • Kick off: 16:00 hours
    • At Mandela National Stadium, Namboole
    • Entry Fees: 30,000/= (Ordinary), 70,000/= (VIP) & 150,000/= (VVIP)

     

    Preparations for the much awaited FIFA World  Cup Russia 2018 group D qualifier between Uganda Cranes and the Egypt Pharaohs at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole in Uganda are on a high notch.

    All the pre-match modalities and the measures to have a successful match were announced during a preparatory press conference held on Monday at FUFA House in Kampala.

    The press conference was graced by the FUFA deputy CEO Humphrey Mandu, FUFA Executive committee member and chairperson of the FUFA International Match organizing committee Issa Magoola, Namboole stadium manager Jamil Ssewanyana, Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIGP) Andrew Sorowen, match day event organizer Bobkins Kibirige of Kibo Media and coordinated by media officer Hamza Africana Nsereko.

    FUFA Deputy CEO Humphrey Mandu and AIGP Andrew Sorowen

    Mandu assured the general public of affluent organization for the match with preparations taking the right shape and direction hours to the much awaited match.

    “We assure the public that the preparations for the match are in a high gear and everything is progressing in the right direction and tiding” Mandu observed.

    In his brief address before the media, AIGP Sorowen assured of maximum security  prior to, during and after the match.

    “Security operations have been finalized and we assure the public and spectators of maximum security before, during and after the match. Spectators should respect the rules set in order to ensure a smooth transition” Sorowen noted.

    Assistant Inspector General of Police Andrew Sorowen assured of maximum security

    FUFA International Match organizing committee chairperson Magoola vowed to organize a great match, confirming the full schedule of the visiting team and match officials.

    The match officials will set in on Tuesday afternoon.

    Match commissioner Michael Wambura from Tanzania will arrive on Tuesday, 29th August 2017 at 12:45 hours aboard Kenya Airways KQ 412.

    An hour later, he will be followed by the match referee assessor, Daniel Rene Louzaya from Congo at 01:50 hours aboard Rwandair Express WB 464.

    The referees Lemghaifry Bouchaab (Mauritania), Aboubaar Doumbouya (Guinea), Waar Abderahmane (Mauritania) and fourth official Toure Sekou Ahmed (Guinea).

    The two officials from Mauritania will travel aboard Turkish Airlines (TK 606) and those from Guinea will travel aboard Ethiopian Airlines ET 336 and ET 337.

    The Egyptian delegation is expected to arrive on Tuesday night aboard Nile Air via private flight.

    FUFA Deputy CEO, Humphrey Mandu displays a sample of the match day tickets

    Meanwhile, the match day tickets are now on sale at the respective ticket selling points across the country.

    Ticket selling points:

    FUFA House shop, Mengo – Kampala

    Airtel Uganda shops: Ben Kiwanuka Street, Bweyogerere, Forest Mall, Bugolobi, Kampala Road

    Jude Colour Solutions, Prime Complex – Kampala road

    Katumwa Sports Center, Arua Park

    Ham Shopping Grounds, Nakivubo

    Dellah Attractions – Kampala Boulevard Building

    Hardware World, Ntinda

    City Shoppers  Super Market, Mukono

    Tangosport Shop, Jinja

    Shell Petrol Stations: Bugolobi, Shell Capital, Kibuye, Kabalagala, Kalerwe, Kireka

    Total Petrol Stations: Arua Park, Nakivubo, City Center, Kajjansi, Bwaise,  Natete, Kireka, Bweyogerere, Kibuli

    City Oil Petrol Stations: Namirembe, Gapco, Bombo Road, 7th Street, Kamwokya, Nakawa,

    Kobil Petrol Stations: Kasubi, Kawempe

    MAIN PHOTO (L-R): Media officer Hamza Nsereko Africana, Bobkins Kibirige of Kibo Media, Issa Magoola (FUFA International Match organizing committee chairman and FUFA Executive committee member), FUFA Deputy CEO, Humphrey Mandu and AIGP Andrew Sorowen address the media on Monday morning.

    PHOTO CREDITS: FUFA Communications Department

  • Uganda Cranes regional tours 2017: Basena’s boys defeat North East

    Uganda Cranes regional tours 2017: Basena’s boys defeat North East

    Uganda Cranes regional tours 2017:

    North East Region Select 1-3 Uganda Cranes

    Uganda Cranes has defeated the North East Region Select side 3-1 during the national team regional tour match played at the Emokori play ground in Bukedea district on Saturday.

    Derrick Nsibambi gave the national side the lead on 11 minutes.

    Forward Derrick Nsibambi attempts to beat the goalkeeper Emmanuel  Opio

    Michael Baggio headed home with a diving effort 12 minutes later following a corner that was poorly cleared out of danger.

    Eight minutes Tom Masiko scored a stunning long range effort to make it 2-1.

    Second half substitute Isaac Muleme scored the third from an acute angle in the 72nd minute.

    Uganda Cranes XI vs North East Region Select Team
    North East Region XI

    The match comes barely 6 days to the long awaited 2018 FIFA World Cup group D qualifier against Egypt at Mandela National Stadium stadium, Namboole.

    The match was attended by a great crowd that included the FUFA President, Eng. Moses Magogo, a couple of Members of Parliament Anita Among (Bukedea County), Moses Walyomu (Kagoma County), Solomon Silwanyi (Bukooli Central), Patrick Isiagi Opolot (Kacumbari), FUFA Executive committee members Richard Ochom and Agnes Mugena, North East Region FA Chairman John Odong, Delegates to the FUFA Assembly, sponsors’ representatives, among others.

    Team captains Hassan Wasswa Mawanda and Godfrey Akol shortly before kick off

    Hassan Wasswa Mawanda captained the National side.

    Wasswa, alongside goalkeeper Ismael Watenga, Paul Musamali and Ivan Ntege featured for the entire duration of the match.

    The technical team made a couple of changes as the second half started to give playing time to gauge several combinations.

    Part of the passionate fans in Bukedea

    The match was part of the country wide campaign that the national team has undertaken for the past three years as a year of taking the national team brand closer to the fans in their respective localities.

    Uganda Cranes main sponsor Airtel Uganda Limited and Nile Breweries Limited jointly fund the national regional tours.

    Meanwhile, the team returns on Sunday morning and will train at Namboole later in the evening alongside the other foreign based players who have arrived.

    Team line ups:

    Uganda Cranes XI: Ismael Watenga  (Gk), Nico Wakiro Wadada , Paul Musamali, Timothy Awanyi, Hassan Wasswa Mawanda (Captain), Ivan Ntege, Paul Mucureezi, Tom  Masiko, Derrick Nsibambi, Muzamiru  Mutyaba, Yassar Mugerwa

    Substitutes: Benjamin Ochan (G.K), Bernard Muwanga, Denis  Iguma, Isaac Muleme, Moses Waiswa, Milton Karisa, Shafik Kagimu, Nelson Senkatuka

    North East Region Select XI: Emmanuel  Opio (G.K), Jackson Wabuleta, Rafael Komaketch, Robert Elugant, Solomon Opolot, Godfrey Akol (Captain), Siu Saggo, Musa Esenu, Stephano Zengo Logo, Seith Boyee, Micheal Bagio

    Substitutes: Joseph Emitu (Gk), Daniel Otim, Paul Oony,  Nathan Oloro, Joseph Opolot, Sam Obwana, Stepehen Oryekot

    Match Officials:

    Center Referee: Daniel Otim

    1st Assistant Referee: Joseph Ochom

    2nd Assistant Referee: Simon Peter Okello

    4th Official: Florence Ayoro

    MAIN PICTURE: North East’s Stephano Zengo Logo (based in Karamoja) takes on Nico Wadada and Muzamiru Mutyaba during the match

  • Uganda Cranes Regional Tours 2017: North East region football association ready to host the national team

    Uganda Cranes Regional Tours 2017: North East region football association ready to host the national team

    Uganda Cranes Regional Tours 2017:

    Saturday, 26th August: North East Region Select Vs Uganda Cranes

    At Bukedea play ground, 4 p.m

    The North East Football Association select team will play the Uganda Cranes team on Saturday, 26th August 2017.

    This will be a continuation of the famous Uganda Cranes regional tours whose key objective among others is to take the national team brand closer to the masses in their respective localities.

    Uganda Cranes interim coach Moses Basena leads the players in a stretching exercise at Mbale Cricket ground on Friday evening

    Having left Kampala in the afternoon, the team delegation drove successfully and had a stop over at Mbale before conducting a late training session at the Mbale Cricket grounds.

    The players and officials are accommodated at Mbale Resort Hotel from where they will connect to Bukedea, where the match will take place.

    The team will leave Mbale on Saturday, hours to the match at Bukedea.

    Players in a ball work session at Mbale Cricket Ground

    The Uganda Cranes regional tours are jointly sponsored by Airtel Uganda and Nile Breweries under the flagship brand Nile Special.

    Traveling team to Bukedea:

    • Goalkeepers: Isma Watenga (Vipers) and Benjamin Ochan (KCCA)
    • Defenders: Nico Wakiro Wadada (Vipers), Isaac Muleme (KCCA), Bernard Muwanga (SC Villa Jogoo), Timothy Dennis Awany (KCCA), Dennis Iguma (Al Ahed, Lebanon), Paul Musamali (KCCA)
    • Midfielders: Ivan ‘Kojja’ Ntege (Township Rollers, Botswana), Moses Waiswa (Vipers), Shafiq Kagimu (URA), Hassan Wasswa Mawanda (Njihem, Lebanon), Yassar Mugerwa (St George, Ethiopia), Muzamiru Mutyaba (KCCA), Tom Masiko (Vipers)
    • Forwards: Derrick Nsibambi (KCCA), Nelson Senkatuka (Proline), Paul Mucureezi (KCCA)
  • Uganda Cranes in practice match with SC Villa as Ochaya reports for training 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifier

    Uganda Cranes in practice match with SC Villa as Ochaya reports for training 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifier

    2018 FIFA World Cup qualifier:

    Thursday 31st August 2017: Uganda Cranes Vs Egypt Pharaohs

    Mandela National Stadium,Namboole (4pm)

    Entry Fees: 30,000/= (Ordinary), 50,000/= (VIP),  150,000/= (VVIP)

    Practice Match: Uganda Cranes 0-0 SC Villa

    The Uganda Cranes intensified preparations for the do or die 2018 FIFA World Russia qualifier match against Egypt with a practice match against  Azam Uganda Premier League club, SC Villa.

    The match ended in a goalless draw at Mandela National stadium, Namboole.

    This practice match was the first session for Zambian based left back Joseph Ochaya, who turns out for Lusaka Dynamos.

    In his interview with www.fufa.co.ug, Ochaya said that he is sent to face the Pharaohs on Thursday 31st August 2017 at Namboole.

    Joseph Ochaya in action against SC Villa, shortly after arrival

    “When I recall my goal which was canceled at AFCON 2017 in Gabon, I get more motivated to face the Egyptians. Their late winner hurt us like injured lions and therefore it’s our time to roar” vowed Ochaya

    Ochaya calls upon Ugandans to come in big numbers to cheer the Cranes on match day against Egypt.

    Nelson Senkatuka in action against SC Villa on Thursday evening

    Meanwhile, the team travels on Friday morning to the North Eastern Region  at Bukedea for the Uganda Cranes Regional tour.

    The regional tours are jointly funded by national team main sponsor Airtel Uganda Limited and partners Nile Breweries Limited.

    Uganda Cranes XI vs SC Villa

    Benjamin Ochan (GK), Iguma Denis ( Nicholas Wadada), Isaac Muleme, Awanyi Timothy, Muwanga Bernard, Hassan Wasswa Mawanda, Moses Waiswa (Muzamir Mutyaba), Paul Mucureezi (Tom Masiko), Shafic Kagimu (Joseph Ochaya), Nelson Ssenkatuuka (Derrick Nsibambi) and Milton Kariisa.

    Unused players: Ismael Watenga and Saidi Keni