KCCA FC were champions 2018/19 season and got UGX 60M
Referees’ allowances worth 180M is also cleared
FUFA uses 130 match officials in the StarTimes Uganda Premier League per season
Each official is paid 150,000= per match
FUFA Finance Department has effected payments for the 16 Clubs and referees who officiated in the StarTimes Uganda Premier League 2018/19 season as prize monies and allowances respectively.
The latest development has been confirmed by the FUFA Finance Director Decolas Kiiza.
‘We have settled payments of all prize monies for the 16 clubs that featured in the Uganda premier League last season. The Champions KCCA FC got UGX 60M. We believe this will help the clubs during the offseason as they plan for the forthcoming coming season’ said Kiiza.
FUFA Finance Director Decolas Kiiza
The referees also had their payments worth UGX 180M for the rest of the 2018/19 season cleared.
Breakdown of Prize monies for the Uganda Premier League clubs started in 2017/2018 season. FUFA has made payment of 128M to all the clubs that played in the 2018/19 season.
‘Close to 120 match officials were also settled. We have paid UGX 180M to referees, match commissioners and referees’ assessors for the entire 2018/19 season. However, the first round monies had been paid last year. There were 240 matches last season in the top league’ said Ronnie Kalema Chairman of Uganda Football Referees Association
Ronnie Kalema-Chairman Uganda Football Referees Association (UFRA) confirmed that the referees have been paid
FUFA appoints 5 officials for each outing in the top flight with each official getting allowances of UGX 150,000= per match.
For the 2nd season running FUFA has staked prize money for all the clubs in the top flight with the champions walking away with UGX 60M. Vipers SC and KCCA FC have been the biggest beneficiaries of the top prize in the last two seasons as each club emerged champion per season.
MAIN PHOTO: KCCA FC Champions of the StarTimes Uganda Premier League 2018/19 season. They won themselves UGX 60M which has been paid by FUFA.
Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA), a key partner with Buganda Kingdom has confirmed the match officials for the official opening match of the 2019 Masaza cup match between Ssingo and Ssese at the Mityana Ssaza ground on Saturday, 1st June 2019.
The King of Buganda Kingdom, His Majesty the Kabaka Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II will be the chief guest at the game that kicks off at 3 PM.
Nasser Muhammed Kirya has been tasked to be the center referee.
FUFA’s Ronnie Kalema hands over the tools of work to referee Nasser Muhammed KiryaReferee Nasser Muhammed Kirya handling a game
He will be assisted by Solomon Lusambya and Charles Zziwa as the first and second assistant referees respectively.
The fourth official will be Rashid Boogere Kimera with Joseph Mwanje as the referee’s assessor.
Before the opening match, there will be a curtain raising match for the girls as St Noa and Dynamic entertains the crowd.
Shamirah Nabukenya will officiate the curtain raiser as the center referee; assisted by Oliver Nakitto (first assistant) and Sharon Atuhairwe as the second assistant.
FUFA provides all the referees and match assessors that are used in the Masaza cup.
AFCON Fixtures 22nd June Uganda vs the Democtratic Republic of Congo 26th June 26 Uganda vs Zimbabwe 30th June Egypt vs Uganda
The days are getting closer to the kick-off of the Total AFCON Finals in Egypt. Uganda Cranes are not taking things for granted as a three week camp in Abu Dhabi will have help Sebastien Desabre tune up his boys ahead of the continental show piece that kicks off on 21st June in Cairo.
Upon arrival in the Arab world on Monday afternoon, the head coach shared his training schedule with the players which rolled off on Tuesday morning at the Sheikh Zayed stadium -Abu Dhabi Cricket Sports complex. The Uganda Cranes contingent is camped at the five star Park Rotana Hotel.
The one hour session saw the players undergo drills that involved warm up sessions of running and stretching but with less time on the ball. The team is expected to return to the same complex at 7.30pm to complete the day’s double training session.
Uganda Cranes Captain Denis Onyango trained alone under the guidance of experienced goalkeeping coach Fred Kajoba. Onyango’s other colleagues in the goalkeeping area Robert Odongkara, Salim Jamal and Charles Lukwago will join camp later.
Fred Kajoba (in black attire) monitoring Denis Onyango during training. Onyango did a solo job on Monday morning as heis the only keeper in camp so far.
Sebastien asks players to concentrate and makeuse of the camp
Head coach Sebastien Desabre has asked his players to remain focussed during their stay in Abu Dhabi.
‘It is not easy to adapt to this weather as it is hot. It is important for the boys to adapt to the weather but I am happy with the first session today. It is the same weather they will find in Egypt. They need to concentrate a lot. We need to prepare well for the tournament as we have two friendlies on 9th and 15th June before we fly out to Cairo’ said Sebastien Desabre.
L-R Derrick Nsibambi, Patrick Kaddu, Moses Waisswa, Allan Kyambadde, Isaac Muleme and Bevis Mugabi in Abu Dhabi getting set for training on Tuesday morning
Kirizestom Ntambi joins camp
The stylish midfielder who can also be slotted in defence joined the camp in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday morning. The Coffee FC player is expected to train with the rest of the team later today. Ntambi joins Nsibambi who never started the journey with the Uganda Cranes from Kampala. Nsibambi joined the team from Cairo. The rest of the players will report between 2nd and 7th
Uganda Cranes gets Chiropractor
Dr. Charles Sebwana has been added on the medical professionals list in camp. He is a Chiropractor who specializes in bones and joints.
‘Allow me to welcome a new member of the team Dr. Charles Sebwana. He is the team’s Chiropractor who will do a wonderful job with us during this camp. He will join Dr. Ronald Kisolo and Dr. Ivan Sewanyana’ said the coach who briefed the players about Dr. Sebwana before the team left Kabira Country club on Monday morning.
Uganda Cranes Chiropractor Dr. Charles Sebwana (L) with defender Murushid Juuko resting after training
Who is a Chiropractor?
A chiropractor is a health care professional focused on the diagnosis and treatment of neuromuscular disorders, with an emphasis on treatment through manual adjustment and/or manipulation of the spine.
The boots ‘machines’ being displayed and ready for duty at the training session in Abu DhabiSome of the Uganda Cranes officials in camp L-R Crispus Muyinda (Team Coordinator), Issa Magoola (Leader of Delegation), Dr. Ivan Ssewanyana (Physiotherapist), Dr. Ronald Kisolo (Team Physician), Dr. Charles Sebwana (Chiropractor) , Lawrence Kizito and Ayub Balyejusa ( Kit Managers)L-R Reigning Airtel FUFA Player of the year Moses Waisswa , Patrick Kaddu and Sadam Juma after training on Tuesday at Sheikh Zayat stadium at the Abu Dhabi Cricket Sports ComplexAllan Kyambadde faces camera as he puts on his shoes to get ready for football business in Abu DhabiL-R Kyambadde, Joseph Ochaya and Nsibambi during trainingA Kenyan Ismail Nasongo (R) working in Abu Dhabi but supports AFC Leopards had time to take a photo with Uganda Cranes midfielder Khalid Aucho who used to play for Gor Mahia. The duo rekindled some memories of the ‘Mashemeji derby’ played between two bitter rivals Gor Mahia and AFC LeopardsAssistant Uganda Cranes coach Matia Lule with Derrick Nsibambi after training today in Abu Dhabi
Players in Abu Dhabi (16):
Denis Masinde Onyango, Hassan Wasswa Mawanda, Joseph Benson Ochaya, Timothy Denis Awanyi, Godfrey Walusimbi, Patrick Henry Kaddu, Bevis Mugabi, Isaac Muleme, Khalid Aucho, Taddeo Lwanga, Allan Kyambadde, Ibrahim Sadam Juma, Moses Waiswa, Derrick Nsibambi, Murushid Jjuuko and Kirizestom Ntambi.
Team Officials
Leader of Delegation: Mr. Issa Magoola
Head coach: Sebastien Desabre
Assistant coach: Mathias Lule
Goalkeeper coach: Fred Kajoba
Team Doctor: Dr. Ronald Kisolo
Team Coordinator: Crispus Muyinda
Physiotherapist: Dr. Ivan Ssewanyana
Team Chiropractor: Dr. Charles Sebwana
Media: Ahmed Hussein
Physical Fitness trainer: Jerome D’Antonio
Kit Managers: Lawrence Kizito and Ayub Balyejusa
MAIN PHOTO: Uganda Cranes players listening to the head coach Sebastien Desabre for the customary brief before training gets underway at the Abu Dhabi Cricket Sports Complex.
Federation of Uganda Football Associations is in deep sorrow following the loss of lives after a boat carrying footballers and fans capsized on Lake Albert in Western Uganda.
The players and fans are for Fofo FC found in Hoima District.
The boat was travelling on Sunday from Fofo landing site in Buseruka Sub County to Runga landing site in Kigorobya Sub County in Hoima District, western Uganda, when it capsized.
‘Our condolences go out to the people of Kitara region Football Association following the loss of Fofo football team players and fans on Lake Albert. We are with you during these trying times’ said FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo.
‘We know how much football brings joy to communities especially on the lakeshores. It was an unfortunate incident to our fans and players’ added Magogo.
The number of lives lost is yet to be established but we are confident the necessary authorities including Uganda Police and local leaders in the Kitara Region are doing their best with investigations on what could have caused the accident.
StarTimes FUFA Big Legaue Final day 2018/2019 season at Lugogo
3rd place play off final: Kyetume 4-1 Kansai Plascon
Wakiso Giants 0-1 Proline FC
Teams Qualified for the StarTimes Uganda Premier League: 2019/2020 season: Wakiso Giants, Proline and Kyetume FC
Kyetume FC registered a 4-1 win over Kansai Plascon FC in the StarTimes FUFA Big League play-off final match to complete the three-team lineup joining the Uganda Premier League next season.
Proline FC and Wakiso had already gained automatic qualification to the top flight but had a mall matter to settle on Saturday at Lugogo to decide who wins the FUFA Big League 2018/2019 season.
It is a final contested between the leaders of each group from the regular season (Elgon and Rwenzori).
Kyetume handled by Jackson Mayanja and Allan Kabonge had their goals scored by experienced striker Robert Ssentongo who bagged a hat-trick and defender Benon Tahomera. Henry Kitegenyi netted a late consolation for Kansai.
Kyetume FC celebrating their qualification to the StarTimes Uganda Premier League
‘I am glad and thankful to God who enabled me to guide the fifth team to the Uganda Premier League. It is a big achievement for me and the entire team. Let’s enjoy the moment’ noted Kabonge
‘It is a good result and our fans are happy. I joined the team early this year and I was on a mission to send the Kyetume to the Uganda Premier League’ said Ssentongo.
Proline beats Wakiso Giants in the StarTimes FUFA Big League final
For the FUFA Big League Final, Anukani Bright who was named MVP of this season netted the all-important goal on 33 minutes after Ibrahim Wammanah’s header met the youngster who beat Yasin Mugabi between the posts.
The Chief Guest was FUFA Vice President Darius Mugoye who handed over the trophy to the winning Captain Noordin Bunjo. Hamid Juma (FFA Competitions Committee Chairman, Ronnie Kalema-Chairman Uganda Football Referees Association and former Uganda Cranes star Tom Lwanga) conducted the awards presentation ceremony.
FUFA Big League awards and prize money distribution
Champions: Proline FC (UGX 10M)
1st Runners-up: Wakiso Giants FC (UGX 5M)
2nd Runners- up: Kyetume FC (UGX 3.5M)
Fourth place: Kansai Plascon
Fair play award: Light SS (UGX 2M)
Obira Daniel of Light SS with the Fair Play Award.
Golden glove: Ivan Mutumba (Wakiso Giants, 9 clean sheets in 15 games, UGX 1M)
Golden boot: Ivan Bogere (14 goals-Proline FC, Shs1M)
Ivan Bogere of Proline FC (L) receives his Golden boot award from Legendary Jackson ‘Mia Mia’ Mayanja. He was top scorer with 14 goals.
Most Valuable Player: Bright Anukani (Proline FC, UGX 1M)
In a deep conversation: Anukani Bright (L) with Uganda Cranes Head coach Sebastien Desabre. The French man presented the MVP award to AnukaniWakiso Giants goalkeeper received the Golden Gloves award presented to him by 1978 Uganda Cranes custodian Paul Ssali.
Dove FC and UPDF FC will each get UGX 1M for reaching the playoffs.
Action from Wakiso Giants vs Proline matchThe match officials who handled the FUFA Big League Final between Wakiso Giants and Proline FC. On the extreme left is Ronnie Kalema-Chairman of Uganda Football Referees Association
Wakiso Giants FC vs Proline FC Teamsheet
Kyetume FC vs Kansai Plascon Teamsheet
Main Photo: Proline FC playersand officials celebrate their victory
Venue: Bushenyi Main Ground on Saturday 18th May 2019
Stand in coach Abdallah Mubiru is impressed by the spirit that has been exhibited so far by his boys in the Uganda Cranes COSAFA bound team implying the readiness of each of the players to deliver.
The Cranes were 1-0 winners over the Western region select in the regional tour game played at the Bushenyi Main ground in front of a mammoth crowd that thronged the venue to catch a glimpse of the their National team stars who will be representing the country in the COSAFA championship 2019 that kicks off on 25th May in the South African city of Durban.
Fans’ darling Paul Mucuurezi (17) taking care of the ball during the regional tour match in Bushenyi.
Uganda Cranes all important goal was scored by Bashir Mutanda who had shortly replaced Nelson Senkatuuka midway into the second. in a match that saw Mutyaba Bashr Captain the National team. The delivery into the area was by Mustafa Kizza from the left wing on a wet ground.
Musitafa Kizza (L) with the deliveryMicheal Birungi (L) and goal scorer Bashir Mutanda (R) celebrate after giving Uganda Cranes the lead in Bushenyi
Despite the heavy downpour prior to the match, the turn up was very impressive.
Part of the crowd that turned at Bushenyi Main ground to catch Uganda Cranes take on Western region Select team in the regional tour matches sponsored by Airtel and Nile Special.Business on a standstill as fans devised differrent means to catch a glimpse of the Uganda Cranes vs Western Regional Select team match in Bushenyi on Saturday.
‘It has been a good game in a wonderful environment with a very impressive turn up. We tried to have control of the ball but it took us long to really settle in. We struggled almost the entire first half trying to get used to the field conditions and get our rhythm which we eventually did in the second half creating many chances which unfortunately were not efficient enough to turn them into goals’ stated Mubiru to the media shortly after the game.
Standin Uganda Cranes coach Abdallah Mubiru was impressed by his team’s display against Western region Select Team. Uganda Cranes won the match 1-0.John Revita (L) tries to take the better of the ball against a Western regional select player during the match
‘The most important thing we finally got that goal which handed us the victory. It was very important for us to win as it boosts the players’ morale and confidence as we get closer to the kick-off of the championship added Mubiru who is standing in for Head coach Sebastien Desabre now another Uganda Cranes Senior Preliminary Squad preparing for the 2019 AFCON Finals.
Mubiru continued to say that the regional tour game organised by the national team official sponsors Airtel Uganda and the official beer partners Nile Special was very important as it availed him with another opportunity to assess his players’ potential and understanding who plays better where, with whom and when.
Uganda Cranes starting XI that faced Western region Select team in Bushenyi.Western Region Select Team that played against Uganda Cranes in BushenyiInspection of teams led by FUFA Executive Member Chris Kalibbala (suit)
We are back with the FUFA Monthly Newsletter- March 2019
It was an action-packed month that also saw the Uganda National Junior team (Under 17-The Cubs ) travel to Europe for a training camp before they returned home for yet another camp in Nairobi, Kenya all with the aim of preparing for the Total AFCON U-17 Finals.
The FUFA Newsletter brings you highlights of events held in March as per the FUFA calendar.
The second edition of the FUFA Drum got underway on 24th March with thrilling action across the different grounds in Uganda.
From a closely contested encounter between holders Buganda and Lango to Bunyoro and Rwenzori stunning West Nile and Kampala respectively, the start quenched the anxiety of fans and lived up to the billing. More is still expected ahead of this weekend’s much anticipated fixtures.
Ahead of match day two slated for 13th and 14th April 2019, here are some of the key statistics that you need to know.
19 goals scored on match day one
A total of 19 goals were scored on the opening match day one in the eight games played. There was at least a goal scored in each of the games played.
However, this is a decline from the 24 goals that were scored on match day one last year.
Closer to the 200th goal mark
Prior to the start of the second edition, 141 goals had been scored in 2018. The addition of 19 goals means the tally has reached 160 goals.
Century mark goal
David Owori of Bukedi province scored the 100th goal of the tournament when his team defeated Kampala at StarTimes stadium, Lugogo in 2018. We wait to see who will score the 200th goal. The landmark comes along with cash prize from 102.1 FUFA fm.
Viane Ssekajugo stamps authority
Ssekajugo was influential as Buganda won the inaugural edition scoring four goals in the process and was also named the Most Valuable player of the tournament in 2018.
He scored the last goal in the first edition and also went ahead to net the first goal of the second edition as Buganda defeated Lango 1-0 at Bishop SS, Mukono.
Viane Ssekajugo scored the last goal of the FUFA drum in 2018 and was it again with the opener in this year’s edtion when Buganda edged Lango 1-0 in Mukono.
Improvement for Sebei province
Last season, Sebei lost all the games in the group and managed to score only two goals.
However, despite losing to Ankole on match day one in the second edition, there’s evident improvement scoring two goals in one game for the first time.
Sebei is a much improved team this year. They kicked off the new season scoring two goals-their grand total last season.
Match Day One Results
Bukedi 3-1 Teso
Ankole 3-2 Sebei
Acholi 2-0 Karamoja
West Nile 1-2 Bunyoro
Bugisu 1-0 Kigezi
Kampala 0-1 Rwenzori
Buganda 1-0 Lango
Busoga 1-1 Tooro
The fixtures for 13th and 14th April 2019
Saturday 13 April 2019
Bunyoro vs Acholi @4:00PM Kiyaga P/Sch -Hoima
Tooro vs Kampala @4:00PM St Paul’s National Seminary -Kabarole
Lango vs Ankole @4:00PM UTC -Lira
Sebei vs Buganda @4:00PM Kiprotich Kapchorwa
Sunday 14 April 2019
Rwenzori vs Busoga @4:00PM Nyahuka Grd -Bundibudgo
Karamoja vs West Nile@4:00PM Booma Ground-Moroto.
Teso vs Bugisu @4:00PM Soroti Sports Grd – Soroti
Kigezi vs Bukedi @4:00PM Kabale Municipal -Kabale
MAIN PHOTO: Bukedi’s David Owori receives his 100,000/= from 102.1 FUFA fm Administrator Medy Sengendo for scoring the 100th goal of the FUFA Drum Tournament
Ibrahim Orit (Green) Teso Province striker and Bukedi’s Denis Ayub battling for the ball.
The second edition of The FUFA Drum 2019 tournament kicked off over the weekend with eight matches across the different provinces of the country.
The official opening ceremony took place at the Bishops S.Sin Mukono with a game where the Cup holders Buganda edged a well drilled and coordinated Lango team 1-0 infront of a huge crowd in the group B match.
Buganda Province midfielder Said Kyeyune brought down by Lango Province player during The FUFA Drum opening match
Viane Ssekajugo, last season’s Most Valuable Player (MVP) scored the match winner, after just six minutes.
Buganda Province cheerleader (L) with a Lango fan during the opening match
Buganda’s goalkeeper Joel Mutakubwa who plays for Tooro United FC was named Man of the Match for his solid and commanding performance on the day as he stopped Allan Okello, Petit Wanock and Timothy Awany from scoring.
Passionate Acholi Province fans during the match between Acholi and Karamoja in Pece Stadium Gulu
On Sunday, a total of seven matches were played across the seven venues in the country.
Eighteen (18) goals were scored on Sunday to complete matchday one with a total of 19 strikes.
At the Kyamate playground in Ntungamo, Ankole ascended to the top of group B with a 3-2 victory over visiting Sebei.
Sebei Province midfielder Isaac Mweru Doka taking on Ankole player during The FUFA Drum Group A encounter in Kyamate
Farouq Nsereko, Muhammed Matovu and Umar Kato were on target for Ankole who scored the winner with two minutes left on the clock.
Nasur Chemtai and Brian Odong got the goals for a much improved Sebei.
Lango Province fan during the opening match between Buganda Province and Lango Province
In group A, ten-man Rwenzori shocked Kampala 1-0 at the Prisons playground in Luzira with Umar Mihinzi Muhindo’s fourth-minute goal the all-important strike in the match.
Salim Huud was shown marching orders in the 69th minute for unsporting conduct to grant numerical advantage to Kampala, which unfortunately was not put to optimal use.
Bugisu Province players celebrating after winning their match against Kigezi Province
Mihinzi was also named Man of the Match, a feat that comes with Shs 100,000 and a plaque from FUFA.
Busoga shared the spoils with Tooro one goal apiece at the Kyabazinga stadium in Bugembe in the other group A match.
Lango Province striker Wanock Petit (L) battling with Buganda Province defender Enock Walusimbi in the opening match of The FUFA Drum.
Sports Club Villa’s Ibrahim Mugulusi (Busoga) and Isaac Isinde’s own goal settled the scores on the evening in a match where The FUFA Drum organizing committee chairperson, Rogers Byamukama was the match commissioner.
Action between Busoga and Tooro at the Kyabazinga Stadium, Bugembe in Jinja
Rwenzori currently leads group A with three points.
Pece Stadium in Gulu was as expected fully to capacity when Acholi defeated Karamoja 2-0. Buoyed by news from Atiak Sugar who have committed to sponsoring Acholi Team for the 2nd year running, Vipers’ striker Tito Okello and Wakiso Giant’s Norman Ojik were on target for the home side. Okello celebrated with a summersault to the excitement of Acholi fans who also lifted their football players aloft after the game.
Bugisu Province striker Alitho James in action during the match against Kigezi Province
Last year’s runners up, West Nile fell at home 2-1 to Bunyoro at the Bar Okoro playground in Zombo in one of the biggest surprises on matchday one.
Mbarara City striker Brian Aheebwa and Kitara F.C’s Peter Lumoro scored for Bunyoro.
West Nile’s consolation came from Kirinya-Jinja S.S forward, Fred Amuku.
Buganda Province cultural dancers entertaining fans in the opening match between Buganda and Lango
Acholi jointly leads group C with three points, same as Bunyoro (Acholi has a 2 goals difference).
In group D, Bukedi condemned Teso 3-1 at the Booma playground in Butaleja.
Iddi Babu (Free agent), Mathew Odongo Tayo (URA) and Fredson Gwoto (Admin FC) netted the goals for Bukedi.
Teso Province cheerleader showing his passion during the match between Bukedi and Teso
KCCA Football Club striker Musa Esenu got the consolation for Teso.
Bugisu edged Kigezi 1-0 at the Mbale Municipal Stadium with Emmanuel Oten scoring the lone goal.
Kataka Football Club midfielder Swamadu Okuru was named man of the match.
Bukedi currently leads Group D with three points, same as Bugisu (Bukedi has a two goals difference to Bugisu’s one).
Kigezi is third and Teso bottom heading into matchday two on the weekend of 13th and 14th April 2019.
Acholi Province cheerleader Banana Joe (The FUFA Drum fan of the year 2018) dances during Acholi’s game against Karamoja at Pece Stadium in GuluFans at Bishops S.S play ground in Mukono during the official opening match between Buganda and Lango on Saturday
Buganda Vs Lango – Mukono Bishops S.S Playground (4 PM)
Sunday, 31st March 2019
Busoga Vs Tooro – Kyabazinga Stadium, Bugembe – Jinja
Kampala Vs Rwenzori – Luzira Prisons Stadium
West Nile Vs Bunyoro – Bar Okoro, Zombo
Acholi Vs Karamoja – Pece Stadium, Gulu
Ankole Vs Sebei – Kyamate Stadium, Ntungamo
Bugisu Vs Kigezi – Mbale
Bukedi Vs Teso – Butaleja
There is excitement among the 16 Provinces of Uganda as the second edition of The FUFA Drum tournament returns this weekend ahead of the official opening match between holders Buganda and Lango due on Saturday at Bishops SS play-ground in Mukono.
The Katikkiro of Buganda Owek. Charles Peter Mayiga will be the official Chief Guest.
The respective Provinces have beefed up their technical teams ahead of the annual tournament whose theme is ‘Celebrating Our Ancestry’.
David Obua with the Lango Province players
Former Uganda Cranes captain David Obua will spearhead Lango Province as the head coach. The Cup holders Buganda have maintained last year’s winning head coach Alex Isabirye.
The full list of the Confirmed coaches-The FUFA Drum 2019
Tanzania Vs Uganda- Taifa Stadium, Dar es Salam, 6pm
Sunday 24th March 2019
The Uganda Cranes safely arrived in Tanzania on Saturday afternoon from Egypt where they had camped for a week ahead of the last Total AFCON 2019 qualifier against Tanzania.
A contingent of thirty three people comprising of twenty four players and nine officials landed at the Julius Nyerere International Airport aboard Ethiopian Airline at 1.20pm led by FUFA Executive Committee member Hamid Juma. The team is accommodated at Southern Sun Hotel in Dar es Salaam.
Late in the evening at 6pm, the team conducted an acclimatisation training session at the National Stadium in Dar es Salaam with all the players in good shape.
At the Pre-match Press conference, the Uganda Cranes Coach and Captain Denis Onyango promised not to take the game lightly amidst the team’s early qualification to the finals.
Planning for the downfall of Tanzania- Uganda Cranes Head coach Desabre (L) and his Assistant Matia Lule.
Uganda Cranes Coach-Sebastien Desabre
We have prepared for the game against Tanzania like any other competitive game. Our aim is to finish on a high note and keep focused on the development of our team for June because we have already qualified to Egypt.
Uganda Cranes Captain-Denis Onyango
It is a derby hence the importance and euphoria around it for both teams. We have to dominate the region and one of the ways is to win the game against Tanzania. As much as they want to win, we also want to win it and that makes it more interesting. We are also preparing for AFCON and this game will serve as one of the buildups.
Tight angle: Isris Lubega (9) and Allan Okello (back to camera) being surounded by Wadada Nichola, Murushid Juuko during training on Saturday
Full Uganda Cranes squad
Goalkeepers: Denis Onyango (Mamelodi Sundowns, South Africa), Salim Magoola (Al Hilal, South), Robert Odongkara (Adama City, Ethiopia)
The Uganda Crested Cranes overcame Kampala region select 2-1 in the first ever regional tour match for the ladies at the Star Times Stadium, Lugogo on Saturday, 16 March 2019.
A goal in each half Anita Namata and Resty Nanziri inspired Faridha Bulega’s coached side to victory under very hot conditions.
Sophia Nakiyingi got the consolation for a resilient Kampala side via a well taken kick from the penalty mark.
Namata gave the national side the lead on 27 minutes.
The lead lasted only 13 minutes before Sophia Nakiyingi’s equalizer off a well taken kick from the penalty mark.
Nanziri, one of the 10 second half substitutes for the national side struck home a beautiful long range shot off an acute angle on the left.
The winning goal had arrived moments after Zaina Namuleme’s weak penalty effort was saved by goalkeeper Esther Akujo.
Earlier, Hasifa Nassuna had missed target inside opening minute from kick off.
Crested Cranes left back, Margret Birabwa tested Kampala region goalkeeper Esther Akujo with a weak shot from 20 yards on five minutes.
Kampala region’s first threat towards goal arrived after 6 minutes when Sumaya Kyomhendo’s weak effort from over 30 yards was a routine collection for Ruth Aturo in Crested Cranes goal.
The battle for the ball during the opening half of the game at Lugogo
On the quarter hour mark, Juliet Nalukenge headed over with a diving effort before Monica Namwase missed from long range.
The long awaited break through arrived three minutes from the half hour mark when Namata rounded the advancing goalie before tapping the ball in empty net for the opener.
Water break for both teams
On 30 minutes, there was a water break breather to allow the players cool off the scorching sun.
Moments after the break, Kampala select’s Shakira Nyinagahirwe registered an attempt off target.
The equalizer came five minutes to the end of the opening stanza.
Nakiyingi scored from the penalty spot following a foul in the forbidden area on Nyinagahirwe.
Upon restart, the Crested Cranes made nine changes.
Four minutes into the half, Fauzia Najjemba hit the cross bar with a long range effort
There were then changes for Kampala when goal scorer Sophia Nakiyingi, Sumaya Kyomuhendo and Regina Nantege were all rested for Rebecca Nakato, Allen Nassozi and Naiga Mayimuna respectively.
Najjemba hit the cross bar with a header off Lillian Mutuuzo’s cross from the right.
On 69 minutes, Zaina Namuleme missed her penalty that was awarded following a foul on Mutuuzo.
Anita Namata breaks away from the opponent
Latifa Nakasi replaced Hadijja Nandago in Kampala Region’s other change before Crested Cranes’ Aisha Namukisa paved way for Damali Matama.
Nanziri struck the match winner via decent shot off an acute angle on the left wing, 20 yards from goal.
With 15 minutes to play Allen Nassozi was replaced by Sandra Nakamya as the Kampala Select pushed numbers upfront for the equalizer that never arrived.
This was the first regional tour game organized for the female players intended to take the national team (Crested Cranes) closer to the populous.
Airtel Uganda in conjunction with Nile Breweries Limited sponsors the regional tours organized by Kibo Media Limited.
The General Secretaries and Football Development Officers of the 8 FUFA regions were taken through a four day orientation course that started on Tuesday and ended on Friday at the FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.
FUFA fully funded the course of 18 administrators that climaxed with Certificates of attendance handed to the participants.
Speaking at the closure of the course, Humphrey Mandu, the FUFA Deputy Chief Executive Officer noted that this induction was intended to give an orientation to new FUFA region staff about the modern trends of the game right from the grassroots levels.
‘The FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo started the initiative of transforming the game of football and this can be done through inductions like this to our new members of staff. By asking participants to act as ambassadors and corporate with those who have no idea yet within their respective regions by tempting them to attend courses and also appreciate the value of football education and what it brings. I call upon you to put into practice what you have learnt. Share the knowledge you have acquired’ noted Mandu
‘The FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo started the initiative of transforming the game of football and this can be done through inductions like this to our new members of staff. By asking participants to act as ambassadors and corporate with those who have no idea yet within their respective regions by tempting them to attend courses and also appreciate the value of football education and what it brings. I call upon you to put into practice what you have learnt. Share the knowledge you have acquired’ noted Mandu
Humphrey Mandu taking the participants through one of the modules during the workshop
Mandu requested the General Secretaries to put into practice what they have learnt rather than bragging.
Olivia Kiconco, one of the participants from Western region admitted that it has been such a great opportunity for her and the fellow participants to acquire knowledge which will help them transform the game of football in Uganda.
Female participants with some of the facilitators for the course.
The facilitators of the course were; FUFA CEO Edgar Watson, Deputy CEO Humphrey Mandu, Marketing Director Esther Musoke, Football Development Director Ali Mwebe, Communications Manager Ahmed Hussein, Human Resource and Capacity building Manager Jackson Nyima.
The induction covered course modules like FUFA and its development programmes, Finance Management, Competitions, FUFA Connect, Information Technology, Basic fundamentals of Marketing & Communication principles.
FUFA Deputy CEO Humphrey Mandu hands over a gift of appreciation to Mariam Mpaata
Participants:
Eron Alal (Northern), Isaac Ssengendo (Kampala), Asuman Muwanga (Kampala), Dixon Ongwech Lumumba (Northern), Najib Nkono (Eastern), Latif Mafuko (Eastern), Olivia Kiconco (Western), Brian Ssejjemba (Buganda), Issa Sempijja (Western), Ashraf Abale (West Nile), Moses Keuber (West Nile), Robinah Ayesiga (FUFA Staff), Samuel Turyomuriwe (Kitara), Juma Kisembo (Kitara), Mariam Mpaata, Daniel Otim, Daniel Ekaju (North East), Wilberforce Ssemwogerere (Buganda)
Uganda Martyrs High School Lubaga 6-0 Bugiri Town View SS
Victoria Group
Ajax Queens 0-2 Kawempe Muslim Ladies
Muteesa I Royal University 1-1 Asubo Gafford Ladies
She Corporate 1-1 Rines SS
Lady Doves 4-1 Dynamic SS Jjeza
Kawempe Muslim Ladies became the first team to earn a slot to the playoffs of the 2018/19 FUFA Women Elite League after registering a 2-0 win away to Ajax Queens over the weekend.
The four-time winners and defending champions ensured they sealed their berth with four games to play after third-placed She Corporate were held at home by Rines SS.
Juliet Nalukenge and Asia Nakibuuka scored for the Warriors to move to 28 points in ten games, 14 ahead of She Corporate hence confirming their qualification from Victoria group. In the same group, second-placed Lady Doves also cemented their position and edged closer to the playoffs with a convincing 4-1 win against bottom-placed Dynamic SS Jjeza.
She Corporates Aisha Namubiru (R) shielding the ball away from Rines’ Naluyima Kauthara
Lydia Nyandera scored a brace while Lilian Zeddy Veronica and Nuru Nakyanzi added a goal each to help the Masindi based side to 22 points. Scovia Kibiri got the consolation for Dynamic SS Jjeza who are bottom of the table with only one point.
Muteesa I Royal University and Asubo Gafford Ladies played out a one-all draw on Saturday. Elizabeth Nakigozi gave the University side the lead but Gafford Ladies rallied back through Sheebah Zalwango to salvage a point.
She Corporate needed to come from a goal down to earn a point against a resilient Rines SS side. Jackie Nassali had given Rines the lead but Favour Nambatya leveled matters in the second half.
In Elizabeth group, UCU Lady Cardinals brightened their hopes of qualifying for the playoffs with a 4-2 win over Isra Soccer Academy.
Hasifa Nassuna was in fine form grabbing a hat trick before Captain Maureen Kinavudori added the other goal. Fauziah Najjemba scored the two goals for Isra.
The victory propelled UCU Lady Cardinals top of the table on 21 points same as Olila High School who edged Kampala Queens in Soroti thanks to Patricia Apio’s solitary strike.
Uganda Martyrs High School were the biggest winners on matchday ten with a clean out against debutants Bugiri Town View.
Crested Cranes defender Shadia Nankya continued with her scoring spree netting a hat trick to move to eight league goals this season. She already leads the scoring charts in the FUFA Women Cup with seven goals.
The other goals for Uganda Martyrs were scored by Rashida Nankya(brace) and an own goal by Esther Namudira. The Lubaga based team is now level on points with Isra both on 16 points.
Makerere University won 1-0 against Lango Queens with Rebecca Nakasaato scoring the lone goal. The race for the top scorer’s boot is still on with Hasifa Nassuna leading with 12 goals while Fauziah Najjemba and Juliet Nalukenge are both tied on ten goals apiece.
Meanwhile, in the FUFA Women’s Cup, Kawempe Muslim Junior team earned a walkover against Mwanda Foundation who failed to travel to Kampala. This, therefore, means the former qualify to the quarterfinal stage.
MAIN PHOTO: Rines’ Naluyima Kauthara (c) sandwiched by She Corporates pair of Penina Akuku (L) and Tina Nambirige
Bright Stars and Kyetume Football Clubs secured their first ever slots in the competition of the Stanbic Uganda Cup.
Top tier Bright Stars eliminated FUFA Big League out fit Nebbi Central 1-0 at the Luo play ground in West Nile on Saturday.
During the second match played on Sunday at the Nakisunga Ssaza play ground, Kyetume ejected fellow FUFA Big League side Wakiso Giants 4-1 in post match penalties after 120 minutes of action.
Kyetume scored their kicks from the penalty mark through Denis Lubowa, M. Sande, Ibrahim Kazindula and Vincent Kayizzi.
Ivan Kiweewa was on the mark for Wakiso Giants as Clinton Kamugisha and James Kasibante missed their respective kicks.
The Stanbic Uganda Cup quarter final action continues on Monday, 11th March 2019 when Express hosts BUL at the Betway Mutesa II Stadium, Wankulukuku.
On Tuesday, last year’s losing finalists Vipers visit Proline at the Star Times Stadium, Lugogo.
Results-UEFA Assist U17 International Tournament-Turkey
Uganda 1-4 Morocco
Tanzania 3-2 Australia
Cameroon 4-1 Uganda
Morocco 1-0 Belarus
Tanzania 0-1 Guinea
Turkey 4-1 Australia
Seneagl 2-0 Nigeria
Montenegro 2-1 Angola
Group 1:Tanzania, Guinea, Australia, Turkey
Group 2: Cameroon, Uganda, Morocco and Belarus
Group 3:Senegal, Nigeria, Angola, Montenegro
Thomas Kakaire netted late in the game (83rd minute) to pull back a consolation goal for the Uganda U17 against Morocco. Kakaire plays for Bright Stars FC Junior team in the FUFA Juniors League.
Uganda’s captain Kizito Gavin Mugweri (5) and Morocco captain Ouacharaf Bilal (19) pose for a photo with match officials before kickoff
Having fallen to Cameroon 4-1 on Tuesday, the Cubs were looking forward to impress against Morocco. However, the story didn’t change much as they again lost by the same score line. Boujemaoui Faissal, Loune Ali and Ait e Asri Oussama netted for Morocco.
Rogers Mugisha of Uganda encounters Morocco’s defender Ramzi Achraf (14).
It is the second loss of the Uganda Cubs as they will return to action on Friday against Belarus in a tournament organised by CAF and UEFA to help the 8 qualified teams to the AFCON U17 Finals prepare for the tournament in Tanzania due next month.
Uganda Cubs Starting XI against MoroccoMorocco U17 that faced Uganda U17 in Turkey on Wednesday
Uganda U17 Starting XI against Morocco
Oyo Delton (1 GK), Sekimbegga Kevin (4), Ibrahim Juma (9), Ekellot Ibrahim (12), Kizito Gavin| (5), Opaala Edrine Mukisa (17), Sekajja Davis (11), Kakaire Thomas (14), Asaba Ivan (16), Kakande Shafic (23), Mugisha Rogers (21).
Mwaka Polycarp (15), Mugulusi Isma (2) came in for Opaala Edrine and Kakande Shafic respectively
Unused Substitutes
Komakech Jack (18 GK), Wasswanga Shafiki (3), , Alou John Kokas (13), Kasozi Samson (7), Kiddawalime Soul (8), Jarieko James (20), Ziraba Ronnie (22).
Ahead of the trip to Turkey for an international tournament due later this month, Uganda National U-17 team is raring to go. The youngsters are camped at the FUFA Technical Centre is camped at the FUFA Technical Center, Njeru.
According to 1st assistant coach, Jackson Magera, the boys are responding pretty well to the training sessions and he hopes in this space of ten days in camp they will be ready for the task ahead in Turkey with an eye on the 2019 Total AFCON Finals in Tanzania due 14th-28th April.
The Cubs during warm up in Njeru
‘The boys are in good shape and responding well. We have no injuries and everything is fine. We expect to improve in very many areas technically in the next 10 days before we fly out to Europe’ said Magera
Goalkeeper Oyo Delton during training at the FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru on Tuesday
The Uganda Cubs are drawing plans on how they can produce the final team that can favorably compete in AFCON finals.
1st Assistant Coach Jackson Magera in a session with the Uganda U17 players at the FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru on Tuesday
On Wednesday, the 30 players in camp will have one training session at Jinja SS in the afternoon as the FUFA Technical Center will be in use with BUL FC hosting Sc Villa at 4:30pm in StarTimes Uganda Premier League.
Ibrahim Juma (12), Mugulusi Isma (21), flying high during training
The players in camp
Goalkeepers: Oyo Delton (Kirinya Jinja SS FC), Jack Komaketch (Ndejje University FC), Ssemwogerere Daniel (Bright Stars FC) and Sinalya Ben (Express FC)
Rest of the Squad: Kevin Ssekimbegga (Express FC), Ibrahim Juma (KCCA FC), Kasozi Samson (Bright Stars FC), Kizito Mugweri Gavin (Vipers SC), John Rogers (Onduparaka FC), Kiddawalime Saul (Super Cubs), Wasswanga Shafik (Ndejje University FC), Opira Innocent (Ndejje University), Ekellot Ibrahim (KCCA FC), Ssekajja Davis (Bright Stars FC), Ziraba Ronnie (Express FC), Kakaire Thomas (Bright Stars FC), Mwaka Polycarp (Kirinya Jinja SS FC), Opaala Edwine Mukisa (Kirinya Jinja SS FC), John Kokas Alou (URA FC), Mukisa Owen (BUL FC), Jarieko James (Paidha Black Angels FC), Asaba Ivan (Vipers SC), Surundu Ibrahim (KCCA FC), Najib Yiga (Vipers SC), Yasin Abdu Owane (Vipers SC), Mugulusi Isma (Kirinya Jinja SS FC), Lubega Derrick (Express FC), Mugisha Rogers (Mbarara City FC), Abdul Wahid Iddi (Onduparaka FC), Kakande Shafic (Bright Stars FC).
Team officials: Magera Jackson (1st Assistant coach),
Hamuza Lutalo (2nd Assistant coach),
Mubarak Kiberu (Goalkeeper coach),
Emmanuel Nakabago (Team Doctor),
Bashir Mutyaba (Team Manager)
Omaria Bosco (Team Media Officer)
Bumpenje Frank (Kit Manager)
MAIN PHOTO: Asaba Ivan (L), Kawooya Andrew (15), Thomas Kakaire (10) and other players during training in Njeru on Tuesday
Emphasis on Transparency as FUFA Inducts Judicial Bodies
The Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) has a vision to become the number one footballing nation in Africa on and off the pitch and that comes with several aspects.
In a bid to attain the aforementioned vision, FUFA through its Mission of developing, promoting and protecting the game must keep the preserve on the values through regulations.
On Saturday 16th February 2019, FUFA held a one day retreat for the different judicial bodies. The workshop held at Imperial Royale Hotel was first aimed at inducting the several committees but having members go through orientation.
Livingstone Lajani -Member FUFA Appeals Committee sharing ideas during the retreat
The FUFA Legal Committee and FUFA Players Status Committee were invited for the orientation as well because of the nature of their work they handle in relation to football matters.
FUFA President, Eng. Moses Hassim Magogo who was the main Instructor emphasised transparency to the different committees when executing their duties.
‘It is another milestone for the game of football as we move towards our vision of becoming the number one football nation in Africa on and off the pitch. In order to uphold the ethics of the game, we need strong judicial bodies that are impartial, transparent and committed’ said Magogo before adding;
‘As FUFA we shall give the judicial bodies necessary support. Those that are found guilty must be put to book while the innocent ones need to be given their liberty to serve football again’
‘Judicial bodies are supposed to provide fast and fair justice to football stakeholders. We are also supposed to protect the game against vices like predetermination of results, hooliganism and corruption’ added the experienced Magogo who is a FIFA Instructor and CAF Executive Committee Member with vast knowledge on football matters.
FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo presenting during the retreat organised for the FUFA Judicial Bodies
In some of the aspects discussed at the retreat included; roles of judicial bodies, clarity on the time frame under which the cases must be handled from the time of occurrence, hearing to communication.
Counsel Diana Nabuuso the chairperson of the FUFA Appeals Committee believes the retreat was important for different committees to know their roles.
‘I thank FUFA for this workshop because we have known our respective roles better. In the past there has been a backlog of cases which we want to avoid. We promise commitment and transparency’ noted Nabuuso.
Nabuuso Diana-Chairperson FUFA Appeals Committee
FUFA Disciplinary Committee (Adjudicatory) Chairman, Hillal Hussein also shared similar sentiments indicating in a bid to protect the game, ethics must be upheld and thus the law must be followed to the dot without fear or favour.
‘The disciplinary committee is composed of experienced people and we promise to uphold the values of the game. We want to eliminate violence, hooliganism and wrong doers in the game and that must be done by being strict on the regulations’ added Hillal
Former Uganda Cranes player Dan Obote who is a member on the Dispute Resolution chamber promised to have disputes settled amicably.
‘We have had scenario of many players running to FUFA because of breach of contracts by clubs. Our committee will help to settle such cases and promise to offer justice’
Dan Obote-Member FUFA Dispute Resolution Chamber
The FUFA Judicial bodies were set up following a decision at the 94th General Assembly held on 20th October 2018 at White Horse Inn in Kabale District after the term of the previous bodies had expired.
Edgar Agaba Vice Chairman FUFA Legal Committee making his point during the sessionJamil Sewanyana (L)-member of FUFA Referees Disciplinary Panel and Sabiiti Muwanga member of FUFA Appeals CommitteeOjok Geoffrey Odur-Chairman FUFA Legal Committee listens attentively as he follows the sessionNuru Mohammad-Chairperson of FUFA Investigatory ChamberThe FUFA President (with ball) in a group photo of FUFA Competitions Disciplinary Panel. L-R Deo Mutabazi, George Kabwimukya and Robert SerunjogiThe FUFA President (with ball) in a group photo of FUFA Referees Disciplinary Panel. L-R Jamil Sewanyana, Ali Tomusange and Deo MutabaziUganda Premier League CEO Bernard Bainamani Bampaire
FUFA Judicial Bodies
FUFA Investigatory Chamber
Nuru Muhammed – Chairpeson
Luis Tumwesigye – Vice Chairperson
Christopher Mugisha – Member
Gilbert Nyaika – Mmeber
Yusuf Kaggwa- Member
FUFA Ethics Committee
Darius Ruta- Chairperson
Hudson Katumba- Vice Person
John Bosco Masiko- Member
Kasim Nsimbe- Member
Kenneth Nkumiro- Member
FUFA Disciplinary Committee
Hussein Hilal – Chairperson
James Muwawu- Vice Chairperson
Dirisa Kasaliwe- Member
Margaret Kubingi- Member
Hamidu Kasinde- Mmeber
FUFA Dispute Resolution Chamber
Peter Emojong – Chairperson
Andrew Lule- Vice Person
Dan Obote- Mmeber
Nobert Kazibwe- Member
Harriet Nattabi- Member
FUFA Appeals Committee
Diana Nabuuso – Chairperson
Musa Kabega- Vice Person
Hussein Lwembawo- Member
Lajan Livingstone – Member
Sabiiti Muwanga- Member
FUFA Competitions Disciplinary Panel
Deo Mutabazi-Chairperson
Serunjogi Robert
George Kabwimukya-Member
FUFA Referees Disciplinary Panel
Ali Tomusange -Chairperson
Jamil Sewanyana
Deo Mutabazi
Note: FUFA LEGAL COMMITTEE-Advices FUFA on Legal matters Ojok Odur- Chairman
Edgar Agaba- V/chairman
Kabega Musa- Member
Chandia Alex- Member
Kayongo Mark-Member
FUFA PLAYERS’ STATUS COMMITTEE Ochom Richard- Chairman
Mawadri Charles Delson- V/Chairman
Kalungi Edward- Member
Mohammed Faisal- Member
Sejjengo Sulaiman- Member
MAIN PHOTO: Group Photo-Members of various FUFA Judicial Bodies at Imperial Royale Hotel
