FUFA: Federation of Uganda Football Associations

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  • FUFA organises goalkeeping clinic to be held on Sunday at Lugogo

    FUFA organises goalkeeping clinic to be held on Sunday at Lugogo

    FUFA’s plans to improve on the level of goalkeepers’ tactics is taking a clearer path with a special clinic set to be held this Sunday 16th July at the StarTimes Stadium in Lugogo.

    The goalkeeping clinic will start at 9am and run till 1pm.

    The inaugural session is for the goalkeeper players and coaches featuring in the Azam Uganda Premier League and the FUFA Big League.

    In a communication signed by FUFA CEO Edgar Watson, part of the letter to the clubs reads;

    Following the accomplishment of CAF Goalkeeper Instructors Course by Sadiq Wassa in Cameroon from 8th – 10th May 2017, FUFA has introduced a special programme in which the coach will conduct Goalkeeping clinics with club’s Goal keeper trainers and Club Goalkeepers (players) on selected days. During these sessions the panel of trainers will critically study Goal keeping levels and challenges with the aim of providing better solutions’

    ‘Sam Kawalya, Bale David and Kiwanuka Daniel will be the other trainers’

    The FUFA CEO added that;

    ‘There is hope for a positive response as we all know that game results are largely determined by the Goalkeepers’ quality which FUFA and the panel of trainers intend to address;

    Coaching profile: Sam Kawalya (Express FC, Wassa (Uganda U-23 National team and URA FC), Kiwanuka Daniel (KCCA FC and Uganda National U-20 team)

    Each participant will be required to make a contribution of 5,000/- for the session.

    MAIN PHOTO: National U-23 and URA FC goalkeeping coach Sadiq Wassa sharing a moment with Hatem Sausa, a FIFA instructor from Tunisia.

  • Total CHAN 2018 Kenya Qualifiers: We are set for South Sudan, says defender Muwanga

    Total CHAN 2018 Kenya Qualifiers: We are set for South Sudan, says defender Muwanga

    Total CHAN 2018 Kenya Qualifiers

    14th July 2017 at Juba Stadium, Juba

    South Sudan Vs Uganda (Live on 102.1 FUFA f.m)

    On Tuesday, the Uganda Cranes players conducted the second day of non residential training at Mandela National Stadium,Namboole.

    Twenty five players attended the evening training session in company of Hassan Wasswa Mawanda and Khalid Aucho who are still on the break from their clubs.

    All players looked fresh and responded well to the training eager to encounter South Sudan on Friday.

    Assistant team captain Bernard Muwaga told www.fufa.co.ug that himself and the entire players are set for the encounter and too eager to eliminate South Sudan thus get to the next level with the ambition of qualifying for CHAN 2018.

    “As an individual I am set for the encounter which is the same case to my fellow players just waiting for the Friday to eliminate South Sudan and advance to the next level of the campaign  “ Said Muwanga

    After Wednesday’s evening training session, team will camp at the Africa Bible University, Lubowa where they will leave to fly to Juba on Thursday.

    Players who attended training:

    Goalkeepers: Isma Watenga, Tom Ikara and Ken Saidi.

    Defenders: Wadada Nico Wakiro, Timothy Awanyi, Muwanga Bernard, Kabugo Savio, Toha Rashid, Musamali Paul and Adriko John.

    Midfielders: Deus Bukenya, Nicholas Kasozi,  Muzamil Mutyaba, Tom Masiko, Simon Serunkuma, Paul Mucureezi, Muleme Isaac, Kizza Martin, Majwega Brian and Kagimu Shafiq.

    Strikers: Geofrey Serunkuma, Derrick Nsibambi, Nelson Sekantuka, Shaban Muhammad and Kariisa Milton.

  • Sserunkuma: I welcome the Captain’s role, I’m not retiring soon

    Sserunkuma: I welcome the Captain’s role, I’m not retiring soon

    Sserunkuma’s Goals for the 2016/17 season

    • AUPL-21 goals (Top scorer) playing for KCCA FC (Champions)
    • CAF Club Competitions- 5 goals 
    • Uganda Cup-4 goals
    • National Team- 1 goal
    • FUFA Super Cup- 1 goal

    He is a reserved player both on and off the pitch. You will hardly hear a word from him even when he scores a goal for his club.

    His trademark goal celebrations in the past decade have seen him spreading his hands at his former clubs and the latest style at KCCA FC with his right hand over his head.

    The magnificent goal poacher has been handed an armband to captain the Uganda Cranes team vying for a position in the 2018 Total Championship of African Nations (CHAN) to be hosted by neighboring Kenya.

    Sserunkuma welcomed the new role handed to him by Uganda Cranes coach Milutin ‘Micho’ Sredojevic. He will be deputized by two players Nico Wadada (Vipers SC) and Bernard Muwanga (Sc Villa Jogoo) who are much junior to him in many aspects like age, caps and experience amassed at international level.

    Wadada played his first senior game for Cranes against Comoros in 2016 while Muwanga made his debut during the 2015 CEACAF Senior Challenge cup in Ethiopia.

    ‘I welcome the role given to me by the coach, his technical team and FUFA. I thank God for this because I have been at the team where younger players came and wore the armband. It is my time now to lead the team but the coach knows why he selected’ said Sserunkuma

    ‘I will show my excitement on the pitch by scoring more goals for my country’

    While speaking to www.fufa.co.ug on the selection of Sserunkuma, the head coach said that the KCCA FC Striker deserves respect from everyone because of his performance and discipline. His maturity, superiority and ability to lead others gave him an edge over the rest of the players in the team.

    ‘Sserunkuma is like old wine which gets better by age. He has had a superb season scoring more than thirty goals. I have chosen him as the captain because young players can learn from him and can also act as the coach’s extended arm in the field of play’ added the historic Micho who led Uganda Cranes to their first ever Nations cup appearance in 39 years.

    The tested and proven goal poacher has scored vital goals for both his club and Country, not forgetting the solitary strike against Cape Verde in Praia and the CAF Champions league against Premeiro Du Agosto of Angola, Mamelodi Sundowns of South Africa, Rivers United of Nigeria and also Al Masry of Egypt.

    ‘I have no plans of retiring from active football. I will continue playing until my body gets worn out’ said Sserunkuma who scored 32 goals for his club last season.
    ‘I always make use of my free time to keep fit and relax. Discipline is also key in modern football circles’ added Serunkuma who was named the MVP at his club last season.

    The fruitful forward has featured for several clubs in Uganda; Horizon FC, Police FC, Nalubaale FC, Lweza FC and currently with KCCA FC while across borders he has played for St George of Ethiopia Bloemfontein Celtics, Bidvest Wits and Vasco Da Gama all South African clubs.

    With 32 goals written to his name this season, the proven finisher seems still hungry for more playing time on the pitch until the body demands no more.

     

     

     

  • Total CHAN 2018 Kenya Qualifiers: Full house on Uganda Cranes’ opening day training session

    Total CHAN 2018 Kenya Qualifiers: Full house on Uganda Cranes’ opening day training session

    Total CHAN 2018 Kenya Qualifiers

    14th July 2017 at Juba Stadium, Juba.

    South Sudan Vs Uganda (Live on 102.1 FUFA f.m)

    Preparations for the Total Africa Nations (CHAN) qualifiers campaign kicked off on a high note with all players summoned reporting on the opening day of non residential training at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole.

    Twenty five players were part of the evening two hours training session under the watchful eye of Serbian coach Sredojevic ‘Micho’ Milutin assisted by Moses Basena and Fred Kajoba the Goalkeeping coach.

    Nico Wadada dribbles towards Martin Kiiza

    The coach applauded the responses of the players during first training session after various engagements from the CAF Confederation Cup by the KCCA players and the Western regional tour.

    “I am satisfied by the way players are conducting themselves because it is not easy to come from such a tight competitive season but I need to appreciate them for the hard work commitment and dedication exhibited during today’s session” said Micho.

    Team resumes training on Tuesday evening at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole.

    Players who attended training

    Goalkeepers: Isma Watenga, Tom Ikara and Ken Saidi.

    Defenders: Wadada Nico Wakiro, Timothy Awanyi, Muwanga Bernard, Kabugo Savio, Toha Rashid, Musamali Paul and Adriko John.

    Midfielders: Deus Bukenya, Nicholas Kasozi,  Muzamil Mutyaba, Tom Masiko, Simon Serunkuma, Paul Mucureezi, Muleme Isaac, Kizza Martin, Majwega Brian and Kagimu Shafiq.

    Strikers: Geofrey Serunkuma, Derrick Nsibambi, Nelson Sekantuka, Shaban Muhammad and Kariisa Milton.

  • Uganda Cranes Regional Tours 2017: Final teams for the national team, Western Select released

    Uganda Cranes Regional Tours 2017: Final teams for the national team, Western Select released

    Uganda Cranes national regional tours 2017

    • Western Select Vs Uganda Cranes (Sat, 8th July 2017)
    • Kabale Municipal Stadium (4 p.m)

    The Uganda Cranes and Western Region Select teams due to lock horns at the Kabale Municipal Stadium, have been released.

    Uganda Cranes’ head  Milutin Sredejovic and his counterpart for the Western region select team, Vialli Bianomugisha have each named formidable teams.

    The match, which is a build up for the up coming CHAN 2018 qualifiers will be officiated by Paul Turyamureeba as center referee.

    The regional tours are jointly sponsored by Nile Breweries and Airtel Uganda Limited.

    A big crowd is expected at Kabale Municipal Stadium.

    Western Region Select XI:

    Sula Matovu (G.K), Zaid Byekwaso, Umar Kato, Bashir Babu, Johnson Turinawe, Cleophus Fiat, Nasir Saddam, Yusuf Abato, Hassan Kakuru, Sadat Nsubuga, Alex Mandela

    Subs:

    Denis Otim (G.K), Bruce Rubanza, Michael Muhangi, Joseph Akandwanaho, Brian Owomugisha, Michael Baseme, Alex Twinamisoko

    Head coach: Vialli Bianomugisha

    Uganda Cranes XI: Ismael Watenga (G.K), Nico Wakiro Wadada, Brian Majwega, Bernard Muwanga, Rashid Toha,  Nicholas Kasozi, Milton Karisa, Tom Masiko, Nelson Senkatuka, Shaban Muhammad, Erisa Ssekisambu

    Uganda Cranes team 2: Saidi Keni (G.K), Lawrence Bukenya, John Adriko, Savio Kabugo, Bassey Methiodius, Julius Malingumu, Shafik Kagimu, Solomon Okwalinga, Simon Sserunkuma, Deus Bukenya, Martin Kiiza

    Sub: Tom Ikarah

    Head coach: Milutin Sredejovic

    Match Officials:

    Center Referee: Paul Turyamureeba

    1st Assistant Referee: Emmy Kakooza

    2nd Assistant Referee: Gilbert Ngendo

    4th Official: Moses Kanyarutokye

    Match coordinator: Hajji Abbasi Ssendyowa

  • FUFA partners with Government to organize Commonwealth Youth Football Festival

    FUFA partners with Government to organize Commonwealth Youth Football Festival

    Commonwealth Youth Football Festival

    • Wednesday, 26th July 2017
    • At Mandela National Stadium, Namboole (8 a.m – 6 p.m)

    Theme: ‘Resourcing and Financing Youth Development: Empowering Young People‘

    Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) has once again attained another milestone – thanks to Government’s full trust and confidence.

    In the latest partnership with the Central Government through the Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development, FUFA has been tasked to organize a football festival ahead of the 9th Commonwealth Youth Ministers meeting.

    The festival is confirmed for Mandela National Stadium on Wednesday, 26th July 2017.

    It will be one of the activities for the youth in the build up for this high profile Commonwealth Youth meeting where over 500 guests from the 55 Commonwealth countries are to converge at the Speke Resort Munyonyo in Kampala between 31st July to 4th August 2017.

    This is the first time that Uganda as a country shall be hosting the Commonwealth Youth Ministers meeting and as well, the Common  Wealth Youth Football Festival.

    Hon. Florence Nakiwala Kiyingi addressing the media at Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development

    The development was confirmed by the Minister of State for Youth and Children Affairs, Florence Nakiwala Kiyingi, also the chairperson of Express Football Club during a press conference in the Ministry of Gender and Labour development board room.

    Flanked by Layne Robinson from the Common Wealth Secretariat, Jaya Murthy (UNICEF Communications Director), Lillian Aber (Uganda Youth Council) and a couple of officials from the Ministry of Gender and Social Development, Nakiwala retaliated about the glorious opportunity to work with FUFA;

    We are delighted to have FUFA, the guardians of the biggest sport in the world here on board. My involvement in sport at Express FC and elsewhere has shown me that sport is one of the greatest channels of empowering young people.

    The tournament we are organizing as part of the 9th Commonwealth Youth Ministers Meeting will go on annually for four years until Uganda hands over the chairmanship

    During the well-attended press conference, FUFA was ably represented by a strong team of four that included the Competitions Director Ali Mwebe, newly elected Uganda Referees’ Association chairman and former FIFA referee Ronnie Kalema and former FIFA referee, Yusuf Awuye.

    FUFA pledged to offer all the balls that will be used during the gala, qualified and professional referees as well as ensure smooth organization of the event.

    At least 20 youth teams across the country from all the 8 FUFA regions (Buganda, Kampala, Western, Kitara, North East, West Nile, Northern and Eastern) will take part.

    There will also be another catergory of excelling secondary schools from each of the 8 FUFA regions.

    FUFA Communications Manager, Ahmed Hussein hailed the Government for the partnership and all the efforts to ensure that the youths have better lives and promised to continue engaging the Government on supporting football development and sports as a whole.

    FUFA always looks at improving its external relations.

    The partnership will definitely open up opportunities for the football family where a big number of those who love football is mainly composed of youths.

    It is also an opportunity for FUFA to continue engaging the Government on supporting sports activities especially football in this case.

    The theme of the 9th Commonwealth Youth meeting is ‘Resourcing and Financing Youth Development: Empowering Young People’.

  • National regional Tours 2017: Midfielder Kagimu upbeat ahead of Western tour

    National regional Tours 2017: Midfielder Kagimu upbeat ahead of Western tour

    The Uganda Cranes regional Tours 2017:

    Western Region Select Vs Uganda Cranes

    8th July 2017

    At Kabale Municipal Stadium (3:30 p.m) – Free Entry

    Live on 102.1 FUFA f.m

    As days draw closer to the Western region tour and CHAN 2018 Kenya qualifiers, the Uganda Cranes coach Sredejovic ‘Micho’ Milutin  has stepped up the team’s training with two sessions on Wednesday both in the morning and evening at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole.

    Midfielder Shafik Kagimu is among the players summoned and training with the team ahead of the triple engagements on July 8th, 14th and 22nd 2017.

    Uganda Cranes players during the training session at Mandela National Stadium

    In an exclusive interview with www.fufa.co.ug, Kagimu expressed his delight for the call up to the National side and vowed to give in the best of his ability to impress the coach.

    Being part of the National team is a proud moment .Any footballer in the world would always wish to don the National team jersey. This is a great opportunity for my career

    The stylish URA midfielder promised never to give up as he steps up in his efforts for the coach and technical team to keep considering him for the upcoming engagements.

    Players in the vital stretching drills at Namboole on Wednesday afternoon

    Training resumes on Thursday evening at Namboole before the team departs for Kabale on Friday morning.

    The Uganda Cranes Tours are sponsored by Airtel and Nile Special.

    The full squad:
    Goalkeepers: Isma Watenga (Vipers), Saidi Keni (Proline), Tom Ikara (Kirinya/Jinja S.S)
    Defenders: Nico Wakiro Wadada (Vipers), Deus Bukenya (Vipers),  John Adriko(SC Villa), Martin Kizza (SC Villa), Savio Kabugo (Proline), Bernard Muwanga (SC Villa), Rashid Toha (Onduparaka)
    Midfielders: Nicholas Kasozi (Synergy), Shafiq Kagimu (URA), Simon Sserunkuma (SC Villa)
    Forwards: Milton Karisa (Vipers), Erisa Ssekisambu (Vipers), Nelson Senkatuka (Proline), Vitalis Tabu (SC Villa), Method Bassey (Mbarara), Shaban Mohamed (Onduparaka), Julius Malingumu (The Saints), Solomon Okwalinga (Synergy), Brian Majwega (KCCA), Tom Matisko (KCCA)
    Foreign based players:
    Hassan Wasswa Mawanda, Dennis Iguma and Murushid Jjuuko.
  • Busoga Kingdom organises Football Management course ahead of Masaza Cup kickoff

    Busoga Kingdom organises Football Management course ahead of Masaza Cup kickoff

    The Prime Minister of Busoga Kingdom Dr. Joseph Muvawala Nsekere is confident the three day Football Administration and Management Course (FAMACO) organised by his Kingdom at the FUFA Technical Centre-Njeru will yield results.

    35 participants from 14 Footballing Chiefdoms in Busoga Kindom too part in the FUFA sanctioned course.

    ‘Under the auspices of His Royal Highness the Kyabazinga of Busoga, Office of the Prime Minister, I extend sincere appreciation to the Kingdom sports Minister for the outstanding capacity building workshop. Busoga Kingdom will always avail all that is required in developing the game of football in the region’
    ‘This sports course is the first of its kind to be staged by a cultural Kingdom in Uganda’

    The participants were equipped with relevant football knowledge and skills to lead and foster proper football development with the main aim of scouting and developing talent coupled with promoting the game ahead of the forthcoming 2nd edition of Busoga Masaza cup 2017 whicks off on 22nd July.

    FIFA Instructor Justus Mugisha, FUFA Education Officer Jackson Nyima, FUFA Competitions Director Ali Mwebe and FUFA Excom Member Sam Mpima took the participants through various course modules, dynamics and basics in a number of practical and theory aspects including FIFA Organization, Confederation, Member Association and Competitions.

    The course’s official closing ceremony was held on Wednesday and presided over by the Busoga Kingdom Premier. The Sports Minister Owek. Amini Bbosa also attended the entire course.

    Busoga Kingdom Premier Dr. Joseph Muvawala Nsekere (R) receives a set of football literature and FIFA pendant from FUFA Competitions Director Ali Mwebe in Njeru.

    Reactions

    Kigulu Chiefdom football Manager Buyinza Elly:
    ‘I take the opportunity to thank Busoga Kingdom and FUFA for the initiative which has been elaborate in explaining the different football management modules of this amazing game. I can’t for this year’s Masaza Cup’

    FUFA Competitions Director Ali Mwebe
    ‘Football Education is a programme run by FIFA and FUFA world-Over geared towards football development in all spheres including coaching,  refereeing, management and  medicine.

    MAIN PHOTO: Participants in a group photo with Busoga Kingdom Premier Dr. Joseph Muvawala Nsekere(carrying the ball).

    The list of participants who got certificates;

    1.Owek. Nkono Amini Bbosa (Busoga Kingdom Sports Minister).
    2.Mbirontono Emmanuel(Bugweri)
    3.Hajji Zirabamuzale Muhammed(Bugabula)
    4.Kasolo Ali (Bunhole)
    5.Buyinza Elly (Kigulu)
    6.Mpyangu Shafique.(Kigulu)
    7.Bampalana Patrick(Bukono)
    8.Kenya Hamuza(Bukono)
    9.WAISWA Sinani (Bunhole)
    10.Buluba Joseph (Bunha)
    11.Kalenzi Kasimu (Luuka).
    12.Kisame Minsaki (Luuka).
    13.Bidhampola Augustine(Luuka).
    14.Were Dauda (Jinja).
    15.John Kairu (Principal Permanent Secretary to HRH Kyabazinga of Busoga)
    16.Kyangwa Fred (Busoga Kingdom)
    17.Wakalali Matia(Busoga Kingdom)
    18.Mutaka Joseph (Media Officer 2017 Masaza Cup organizing Committee)
    19.Lubanga Musa (Kigulu)
    20.Nkono Najibu (Bukono)
    21.Muyimbo James (Budiope)
    22.Bogere George (Bugabula)
    23.Bateeze Patrick (Butembe)
    24.Ntende Ivan (Butembe).
    25.Isabirye Banuli Kiiza (Bukhooli North).
    26.Barasa Josephat Sirudi (Bukhooli South)
    27.Namayo Wilber (Bugabula)
    28. Ofwono Wycliffee (Butembe).
    29. Owek. Baker Mugaino (Busoga Kingdom / TOC chairman).
    30. Owek. Daniel Musota (State Min for sports OBB )
    31. Alex Luganda
    32. Wakinyankali Isaac  and
    33. Kirya Ivan.

  • Media Accreditation opens for 93rd FUFA Ordinary General Assembly in Masindi

    Media Accreditation opens for 93rd FUFA Ordinary General Assembly in Masindi

     

    FUFA’s General Assemblies always required top notch organisation to satisfy various stakeholders who are entitled or invited to the Assemblies.

    On 5th August, 2017, the 93rd FUFA Ordinary General Assembly will be held in Masindi at the Kabalega Resort Hotel starting at 9am.

    Accreditation if a key area for the sports media and other invited guests. The FUFA Accreditation Team has released guidelines for the media to follow especially for those with plans to cover the event.

    Here is the link to follow for application https://goo.gl/forms/5uYmTmihXFpH2I4r2

    Media Accreditation for the 93rd FUFA Ordinary General Assembly in Masindi

    Date: 5th August, 2017

    Venue: Kabalega Resort Hotel
    The information below is for members of the Sports Media interested and planning to cover the 93rd FUFA Ordinary General Assembly in Masindi on 5th August, 2017.

    The FUFA Accreditations team for the Assembly in Masindi has opened the process to the media to start applying with effect from Wednesday 5th July to Wednesday 12th July, 2017 at 5pm.

    Those interested in getting media accreditation for the coverage of the event will be required to fill in the form provided online before the deadline set.

    Please note the following when applying for accreditation:

    ·  No applications will be accepted after the deadline.

    · Accreditation per organisation will be limited to provide equal representation from other media houses.

    · Media who are approved for credentials should not wear clothes or materials supporting any of the Candidates during the Assembly.

    .Application is not automatic approval for Accreditation

    .The Accreditation tag is non-transferable

    .The Organiser of the event have the right to withdraw the accreditation tag if found out that false information was provided while applying during the exercise.

    .The Organiser of the event reserves the right of admission and dismissal.
    .Terms and Conditions apply regarding the FUFA Accreditation process.

    Here is the link to follow for application https://goo.gl/forms/5uYmTmihXFpH2I4r2

  • Uganda Cranes goalkeeping coach Kajoba delighted with the development of young goalies

    Uganda Cranes goalkeeping coach Kajoba delighted with the development of young goalies

    The Uganda Cranes regional Tours 2017:

    Western Region Select Vs Uganda Cranes

    8th July 2017

    At Kabale Municipal Stadium (3:30 p.m) – Free Entry

    Live on 102.1 FUFA f.m

    On Tuesday evening, the Uganda Cranes covered day four of non residential training ahead the Western Region Ttour and CHAN 2018 Kenya qualifiers.

    The training session was conducted after a heavy downpour at the Mandela National Stadium, Namboole in Kampala.

    Long serving goalkeeping coach Fred Kajoba expressed his delight about the development of young goalkeepers who were summoned for national duty.

    Ismael Watenga, Ikara Tom and Said Keni  are the three goalkeepers in training.

    The 3 goalkeepers in training : Tom Ikara, Saidi Keni and Ismail Watenga

    Whereas Watenga has worked under him for a long time, he also saluted Ikara and Saidi whom he praised for acclimatizing at a high rate .

    “I am happy with the rate at which the young players especially goal keepers are developing. They are always eager to learn and also respond to instructions and anyone can realise the difference from the time we started training” said Kajjoba

    Team resumes training on Wednesday in the morning at 10 am and later in the evening at 4 pm with all the sessions at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole.

    The Uganda Cranes players in training on Tuesday afternoon at Namboole
    The full squad:
    Goalkeepers: Isma Watenga (Vipers), Saidi Keni (Proline), Tom Ikara (Kirinya/Jinja S.S)
    Defenders: Nico Wakiro Wadada (Vipers), Deus Bukenya (Vipers),  John Adiriko(SC Villa), Martin Kizza (SC Villa), Savio Kabugo (Proline), Bernard Muwanga (SC Villa), Rashid Toha (Onduparaka)
    Midfielders: Nicholas Kasozi Nicholas (Synergy), Shafiq Kagimu (URA), Simon Sserunkuma (SC Villa)
    Forwards: Milton Karisa (Vipers), Erisa Ssekisambu (Vipers), Nelson Senkatuka (Proline), Vitalis Tabu (SC Villa), Method Bassey (Mbarara), Shaban Mohamed (Onduparaka), Julius Malingumu (The Saints), Solomon Okwalinga (Synergy), Brian Majwega (KCCA)
    Foreign based players:
    Hassan Wasswa Mawanda, Dennis Iguma and Murushid Jjuuko
  • FUFA Communications Manager in a successful brain storming session with USPA members

    FUFA Communications Manager in a successful brain storming session with USPA members

    Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) Head of Communications Ahmed Hussein held a successful interactive brain storming session with members of the Uganda Sports Press Association (USPA) on Monday.

    This was during the Nile Special sponsored monthly assembly which takes place at Imperial Royale Hotel in Kampala every first Monday of the new month.

    Hussein hailed the role played by the media in the dedicated and spirited coverage of sports (football in particular) in Uganda.

    He thus appreciated the tasks undertaken by the journalists especially those under the USPA umbrella.

    FUFA requires the media for the promotion of the beautiful game in Uganda. We are therefore grateful of the role you are undertaking.

    The Federation’s Communications and Media Manager highlighted to the journalists the change in a global trend as regards with undertaking accreditation prior to local and international events.

    Journalists are required to follow the accreditation guidelines so that they get passes and cards to cover matches without any hustle.

    It is a trend that we have to positively embrace since it also helps in planning and accessing areas which allow media to execute their work.

    FUFA Communications Manager Ahmed Hussein (left) during his address to the sports journalists at Imperial Royal Hotel in Kampala. USPA top  bosses Aliguma Ritah (Vice President), Sabiiti Muwanga (President) and Patrick Kanyomozi (General Secretary) at the high table.

    He also highlighted on the do’s and don’ts for the reporters in the coverage of events and football matches in particular before, during and for post match press conferences.

    ‘From the training sessions to matches, the media should give respect to the specific regulations set by event organisers. Sometimes there are special rules that guide on the coverage of closed door training sessions and official trainings as designed by the teams; the former USPA General Secretary, who also remains an active member of the history laden sports journalists body added.

    The media personalities positively interacted with the Communications Manager, many praising the internal order the FUFA Communications Department has set up before international matches, FUFA events and some posing scenarios that could be improved for the better.

    Sports journalists at Imperial Royale Hotel in Kampala on Monday. They interacted with FUFA Communications Manager Ahmed Hussein during his presentation on media related matters.

    ‘FUFA is always willing to create a conducive environment for journalists in their execution of respective tasks in covering football. However it is a choice by any active sports journalist or media house to take on the accreditation process’ Hussein highlighted.

    ‘We know there are some ares where we need improvement. We shall work round the clock to improve especially with our Category A event at FUFA’ noted Hussein.

    ‘With the FUFA General Assembly in Masindi and 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Russia against Egypt at Namboole stadium coming up in August,  accreditation will be a key element for both high profile events’ added Hussein.

    He also promised further training workshops for USPA members to better football coverage and reporting.

    Uganda Sports Press Association (USPA) commended Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) football club for winning the 2016/17 FUFA Uganda Cup, their first ever trophy in the 54 year history of the club.

  • Uganda Cranes intensify preparations ahead of regional tour and CHAN 2018 qualifiers

    Uganda Cranes intensify preparations ahead of regional tour and CHAN 2018 qualifiers

    The Uganda Cranes players on Monday conducted a double training session.

    This was day three of training ahead of the Western Region Tour and CHAN 2018 Kenya qualifiers.

    Players go through the paces under the keen eye of coach Micho

    The team had a first training session at 9 am and later at 5 pm at the Mandela National Stadium, Namboole with 24 players in attendance.

    Assistant captain Hassan Wasswa Mawanda applauded fellow players especially the local based for morale and commitment displayed during the sessions conducted so far.

    Uganda Cranes in training on Monday

    “I delighted for the hard work, commitment and morale exhibited by young players playing at home.I believe they will give good results during their CHAN 2018 qualifiers against South Sudan”  Said Wasswa

    Training resumes on Tuesday evening at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole.

  • 2017 Schools beach soccer: Munta Royal College wins second successive title

    2017 Schools beach soccer: Munta Royal College wins second successive title

    2017 Schools beach soccer tournament:

    Final game: Munta Royal College 4-1 Taggy High School

    Other results:

    • Munta Royal College 5-2 Nakatonya Islamic School
    • Taggy High School 6-3 Nakatonya Islamic School

    Individual awards:

    Most Valuable Player (MVP): Ivan Mulema (Taggy High School)

    Top Scorer: Bernard Higenyi (Munta Royal College)

    Best Goalkeeper: Silver Lubangakeni (Munta Royal College)

    Fair play award: Nakatonya Islamic School

    Munta Royal College defeated Taggy High School and Nakatonya Islamic successfully defended the national schools beach soccer title at Lido beach in Entebbe.

    Munta Royal college celebrate players celebrates their success

    The Bombo based school won all the matches at their disposal to finish with maximum points in a round robin format.

    Munta defeated Nakatonya Islamic 5-1 before overcoming Taggy High Schools 4-1 in the second game.

    Daniel Higenyi scored a hat-trick and another Higenyi entity Bernard had a brace against Nakatonya.

    Amin Chapa and Ibrahim Haidar were on target for Nakatonya Islamic.

    Against Taggy High School from Entebbe, Munta’s goals came from Benon Tagyemwa, Bernard Higenyi (2) and an own goal from January Waninga.

    Prince Kanda scored the only goal for Taggy High school.

    Paul Ssali hands over a certificate to top scorer Higenyi who finished with 5 goals

    1978 Uganda Cranes legendary goalkeeper at the AFCON finals in Ghana, Paul Ssali was the chief guest as he handed over the trophy and certificates to the winning team and excelling individual players.

     

    Uganda Beach Soccer Association (UBSA) officials led by delegate Anthony Tumwesigye, Phoebe Kutamba (league manager) and Sarah Birungi (General Secretary) attended the day long event.

    Uganda Women Football Association vice chairperson awards a Taggy High School player, Ivan Mulema who was the MVP

     

    FAIR PLAY: Taggy and Munta players in a group photo shortly after the final game at Lido beach in Entebb

    All winners:

    2012 – Wampewo Ntake SS, Kasangati

    2013 – Namagabi SS, Kayunga

    2014 – Namagabi SS, Kayunga

    2015 – Namagabi SS, Kayunga

    2016 – Munta Royal College, Bombo

    2017 – Munta Royal College, Bombo

  • FUFA mourns former football leaders Ssebaana Kizito, Okiror

    FUFA mourns former football leaders Ssebaana Kizito, Okiror

    A dark day has struck Ugandan football following the death of former FUFA Chairman John Ssebaana Kizito and Former Treasurer Micheal Okiror who passed away on Monday all at Nakasero Hospital. Ssebaana passed on inthe morning hours while Okiror at night.

    Ssebaana who served as FUFA Chairman from May-December 1992 suffered a stroke which led to the deterioration of his health until his death.

    Okiror is also a former Kumi Delegate to the FUFA Assembly as he served as Treasurer from 1998-2000.

    ‘We have received the sad news of the demise of our former FUFA Chairman Mr. John Ssebaana Kizito and Former Treasurer Micheal Okiror. Football has already lost elders this year and we feel sad when another set of our former leaders is taken away by the Creator’ said FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo.

    ‘Our elder Mr. John Ssebaana Kizito played a key role in football development in 1992 when reorganization of the sport was much needed. He stepped in and did wonderful job’

    ‘Okiror was a strong figure in the areas of finances for the Federation. He helped develop football in his home towm Kumi especially when he was FUFA Delegate to the Assembly’

    Our condolences go out to the families of the departed football administrators, Buganda Kingdom, KCCA FC, people of North East Region-in particular Kumi District and the entire football fraternity.

    May their Souls Rest in Eternal Peace

     

  • Encouraging start for the Uganda Cranes during day 1 of non residential training

    Encouraging start for the Uganda Cranes during day 1 of non residential training

    The Uganda Cranes regional tours 2017:

    Western Region Select Vs Uganda Cranes

    8th July 2017

    At Kabale Municipal Stadium (3:30 p.m) – Free Entry

    Live on 102.1 FUFA f.m

    The Uganda Cranes team has kick started preparations for the Western region tour and the CHAN 2018 qualifiers at the outside training ground of Mandela National Stadium on Saturday morning.

    Twenty two (22) players of the summoned 25 showed up for training closely supervised by head coach, Milutin Sredejovic, his assistants Moses Basena and the goalkeeping tactician, Fred Kajoba.

    Uganda Cranes players stretch after a session at Namboole on Saturday

    Micho hailed the competitive spirit of the players who trained, adding the start has been brilliant with the tasks and expectations ahead.

    “I am very impressed by the commitment and character of the players in attendence. This is a great start to cement our preparations first when we play on the regional tour, CHAN 2018 qualifiers as a bridge for 2018 World Cup qualifiers” Micho addressed the media after the two hour session.

    Uganda Cranes will play the Western region select team on 8th July 2017 at the Kabale Municipal Stadium.

    Western region hosted the first ever tour under the brand ‘Cranes Na Mutima‘ in 2014 at the Kakyeka stadium in Mbarara.

    Players in action during training: Martin Kiiza (with the ball) attempts to pass the ball during training as Shafiq Kagimu closes the gap

    These tours were initiated three years ago with great ambitions as bringing close the national team brand to the fans in the respective localities than at the usually know Mandela National stadium, Namboole.

    Also, such tours help to rally special support for the Uganda Cranes, help to prepare the team ahead of the up coming matches and in a way, they are a special plat form to show case talent that has not been known.

    The tours are jointly sponsored by Uganda Cranes main sponsors, Airtel Uganda Limited and partners, Nile Breweries Limited under their brand Nile Special while Kibo Media are the event managers.

    The regional tour matches are free of charge.

    Meanwhile, day two of non residential training will resume on Sunday morning at 9 a.m.

    Players who attended day one of training:
    Goalkeepers: Saidi Keni (Proline), Tom Ikara (Kirinya/Jinja S.S)
     Defenders: Nico Wakiro Wadada (Vipers), Deus Bukenya (Vipers),  John Adiriko (SC Villa), Martin Kizza (SC Villa),  Bernard Muwanga (SC Villa), Rashid Toha (Onduparaka)

    Midfielders: Nicholas Kasozi (Synergy), Shafiq Kagimu (URA), Simon Sserunkuma (SC Villa),

     Solomon Okwalinga (Synergy)
    Forwards: Milton Karisa (Vipers), Erisa Ssekisambu (Vipers), Nelson Senkatuka (Proline), Vitalis Tabu (SC Villa), Method Bassey (Mbarara), Shaban Mohamed (Onduparaka)
    Foreign based players:
    Hassan Wasswa Mawanda, Dennis Iguma and Murushid Jjuuko
  • Micho names Uganda Cranes team for the Western region trip

    Micho names Uganda Cranes team for the Western region trip

    The Uganda Cranes regional tours 2017:

    Western Region Select Vs Uganda Cranes

    8th July 2017

    At Kabale Municipal Stadium (3:30 p.m) – Free Entry

    Live on 102.1 FUFA f.m

    Uganda Cranes head coach, Milutin Sredejovic has released a team of 25 players for the Western region tour.

    Western region hosted the first ever tour under the brand ‘Cranes Na Mutima‘ in 2014 at the Kakyeka stadium in Mbarara.

    ‘Training commences on Saturday 9 am at Mandela National Stadium. KCCA FC players have been left out because of their Confederation Cup engagement with their Club until the 7th July after the game against Club Africain. Some foreign based players have been summoned yo train with the team to prepare them for the World Cup qualifiers against Egypt in August’ Micho disclosed to www.fufa.co.ug

    The last time the Uganda Cranes traveled on the regional tour was away to Kitara region at the Buhinga stadium in Fort Portal.

    The national team won comfortably 3-1 with the goals coming from Emmanuel Okwi (2) and Nelson Senkatuka.

    The consolation for the home side was scored by Beckam Musoki in the second half.

    A record mammoth crowd watched the game also graced by the FUFA President, Eng. Moses Magogo and many delegates.

    These tours were initiated three years ago with great ambitions as bringing close the national team brand to the fans in the respective localities than at the usually know Mandela National stadium, Namboole.

    Also, such tours help to rally special support for the Uganda Cranes, help to prepare the team ahead of the up coming matches and in a way, they are a special plat form to show case talent that has not been known.

    The tours are jointly sponsored by Uganda Cranes main sponsors, Airtel Uganda Limited and partners, Nile Breweries Limited under their brand Nile Special while Kibo Media are the event managers.

    The regional tour matches are free of charge.

    The full squad:
    Goalkeepers: Isma Watenga (Vipers), Saidi Keni (Proline), Tom Ikara (Kirinya/Jinja S.S)
     Defenders: Nico Wakiro Wadada (Vipers), Deus Bukenya (Vipers),  John Adiriko(SC Villa), Martin Kizza (SC Villa), Savio Kabugo (Proline), Bernard Muwanga (SC Villa), Rashid Toha (Onduparaka)
    Midfielders: Nicholas Kasozi Nicholas (Synergy), Shafiq Kagimu (URA), Simon Sserunkuma (SC Villa)
    Forwards: Milton Karisa (Vipers), Erisa Ssekisambu (Vipers), Nelson Senkatuka (Proline), Vitalis Tabu (SC Villa), Method Bassey (Mbarara), Shaban Mohamed (Onduparaka), Julius Malingumu (The Saints), Solomon Okwalinga (Synergy)
    Foreign based players:
    Hassan Wasswa Mawanda, Aucho Khalid, Dennis Iguma and Murushid Jjuuko
  • Uganda Cranes regional tours 2017: Western Region F.A names 27 players on provisional squad

    Uganda Cranes regional tours 2017: Western Region F.A names 27 players on provisional squad

    The Uganda Cranes regional tours 2017:

    Western Region Select Vs Uganda Cranes

    8th July 2017

    At Kabale Municipal Stadium (3:30 p.m) – Free Entry

    Live on 102.1 FUFA f.m

    The Western region Football Association named 28 players to start preparations for the Uganda Cranes regional tour.

    Six more players were added on the earlier list released last week.

    The summoned players shall start training on Monday, 3rd July 2017 under head coach Vialli Bainomugisha.

    According to the Western Region FA General Secretary, Olivia Mugisha, the final team will be named on 6th July 2017.

    Western region hosted the first ever tour under the brand ‘Cranes Na Mutima‘ in 2014 at the Kakyeka stadium in Mbarara.

    ‘The Western Region Football Association is excited and ready to host the national team, Uganda Cranes. We have already started initial preparations to make the tour a complete success’ Mugisha remarked.

    Uganda Cranes’ Martin Kizza (left) takes on Kitara region’s Vicent Kasonki during the last match on the national tours held at Buhinga play ground in Fort Portal

    The last time the Uganda Cranes traveled on the regional tour was away to Kitara region at the Buhinga stadium in Fort Portal.

    The national team won comfortably 3-1 with the goals coming from Emmanuel Okwi (2) and Nelson Senkatuka.

    The consolation for the home side was scored by Beckam Musoki in the second half.

    A record mammoth crowd watched the game also graced by the FUFA President, Eng. Moses Magogo and many delegates.

    Some of the passionate football fans who attended the last regional tour in Fort Portal

    These tours were initiated three years ago with great ambitions as bringing close the national team brand to the fans in the respective localities than at the usually know Mandela National stadium, Namboole.

    Also, such tours help to rally special support for the Uganda Cranes, help to prepare the team ahead of the up coming matches and in a way, they are a special plat form to show case talent that has not been known.

    The tours are jointly sponsored by Uganda Cranes main sponsors, Airtel Uganda Limited and partners, Nile Breweries Limited under their brand Nile Special while Kibo Media are the event managers.

    The regional tour matches are free of charge.

    LIST OF PLAYERS:

    Goal Keepers:  Sula Kibalama (Sharp), Dennis Otim (Mbarara)

    Defenders: Johnson  Turinawe (Sharp), Zaid Byekwaso (Nyamityobora), Umar Kato (Rushere), Bruce  Rubanja (Creamland), Bashir Babu (Mbarara). Cleophas Fiat (Sharp), Winston Bamwesigye (Ryakasinga)

    Midfielders:  Mohammed Matovu (Welden), Micheal Muhangi (Mbarara), Tor Kondok (Red Army), Alex  Mandela (Sharp), Alex  Twinamatsiko (Rukungiri United), Sadam Juma (Creamland), Dennis  Agoa (Ntoda), Brian Owomugisha (Ntoda), Anatoli Irumba (Ryakasinga)

    Strikers: Solomon  Isaya (Kabwohe Town Council), Joseph  Akandwanaho (Bushenyi United), Peter Asiimire (Ibanda United), Ismail Luyombya (Rushere),  Sadam Nasir (Mbarara), Hassan Kakuru (Amama), Micheal Baseme (Rukungiri United), Dickens  Ainebyoona (Sharp), Sadat Nsubuga (Club-less), Brian                  Kanyesigye (Ryakasinga)

  • National Beach Soccer League: MUBS make history as they clinch third title

    National Beach Soccer League: MUBS make history as they clinch third title

    National Beach Soccer League 2016/17:

    • Final (Men): MUBS 8-6 Mutesa I Royal University (After extra time)
    • Final (Women): Muteesa I Royal B 3-2 Muteesa I A Royal University
    • Third place play off (Men): Nkumba Select 5-4 YMCA

    Makerere University Business School (MUBS) overcame Muteesa I Royal University 8-6 (after extra time) to lift the 2016/17 national beach soccer at Lido Beach resort in Entebbe on Sunday. Normal time of 36 minutes spread over three periods ended 6-6 before MUBS scored two goals in extra time.

    MUBS’s goals came from Isma Kawawulo, Elvis Kasujja, Benson Ocen (two goals each).

    Mutesa I Royal University captain Primo Kimera scored an own goal for the other MUBS’s strike.

    Julius Rulinda (2), Primo Kimera (2) and a goal each from the Paul Lule and Paul Kato were Muteesa’s six goals on the day.

    This was MUBS’s third league trophy after winning in 2012 and 2015.

    In the women catergory, it was all Muteesa I Royal University  affair.

    Muteesa B team players and officials celebrate

    Mutesa B overcame a fellow Muteesa A entity 3-2 to win the women trophy.

    Sharon Namatovu was on target twice for Muteesa A. Muteesa B’s goals were from Precious Najjemba (2) and Dorah Nakimuli.

    The National beach soccer league came to the climax on Sunday at Lido beach in Entebbe.

    “We worked so hard to win and i am proud of all the players” MUBS’s winning coach Charles Ayiekho said.

    Meanwhile in the third place play off, 2015/16 cup winners Nkumba Select defeated YMCA to take bronze.

    Uganda Beach Soccer Association (UBSA) has been organizing the league since 2009 as mandated by the football governing body in the country, FUFA.

    Individual winners:

    • Top scorer: Benson Ocen (MUBS) – 33 Goals
    • Top Scorer (Women): Sharon Namatovu (Muteesa B) – 7 Goals
    • MVP (Men): Paul Lule (Muteesa I Royal University)
    • MVP (Women): Habiba Nakayobyo (Muteesa)
    • Fair play (Men): YMCA
    • Fair play (Women): Entebbe Ladies
    • Best Goalkeeper (Men): Nasser Lwamunda (Muteesa I Royal University)
    • Best goal keeper (Women): Daisy Nakaziro (Muteesa B)
    • Best Coach (Men): Tonny Ssebagala (Muteesa I Royal University)
    • Best coach (Women): Herbert Luboyera (Muteesa I Royal University)
    • Best Print Media: Denis Bbosa West (Daily Monitor)
    • Best Online Media: David Isabirye (Kawowo Sports)
    • Best TV Media: Uthuman Ssempebwa (UBC TV)