FUFA: Federation of Uganda Football Associations

Category: Futsal

  • Kisenyi FC Make History with Frenzy Futsal U17 League Triumph

    Kisenyi FC Make History with Frenzy Futsal U17 League Triumph

    Kisenyi FC etched their name in the record books with a dominant 8-4 victory over Crown Lubiri to win the inaugural Frenzy Futsal U17 Juniors League title, in a final packed with goals, drama, and unforgettable moments at Old Kampala Arena.

    After a tense opening ten minutes, Justus Ssempijja broke the deadlock in style, skipping past his marker and the goalkeeper to give Kisenyi the lead. But Crown responded swiftly through Abdul Shakur Hamud, who blasted in a rocket from distance to bring the score level.

    Kisenyi regained control moments later when Muhammad Abdulkadir delivered a sublime assist for Justus to grab his second. However, Crown equalized again before halftime, with Muhammad Mahmood finishing calmly to make it 2-2 at the break.

    The second half belonged to Kisenyi. Within two minutes, Justus completed his hat-trick to restore the lead, and “Starboy” Abdi added a fourth shortly after. Though Sharif Muhammad pulled one back for Crown in the 30th minute, Waleed Bashir quickly reinstated the two-goal cushion.

    Crown’s woes deepened when Mahmood was sent off for a second bookable offense after a rough challenge on Ibrahim Azabo. Kisenyi made their advantage count—Justus’s deflected effort gave him a fourth and his team a sixth. Although Crown’s Muhammad Hassan netted a quick reply, Abdi tapped in another assist from Justus to make it 7-4.

    A sixth team foul from Crown resulted in a penalty, which Waleed converted for Kisenyi’s eighth. The final minutes turned chaotic with three more red cards—Sharif Muhammad and Hamud for Crown, and Waleed for Kisenyi.

    It was a showcase of talent, teamwork, and temperament. Kisenyi FC not only claimed the title, but also set the standard for youth futsal in Uganda—marking a historic triumph in the very first edition of the Frenzy Futsal U17 Juniors League.

  • BetPawa and FUFA in a 1.1Bn Shillings Partnership to Elevate Ugandan Football

    BetPawa and FUFA in a 1.1Bn Shillings Partnership to Elevate Ugandan Football

    FUFA and BetPawa Uganda entered a historic partnership worth 1.1 Bn Uganda Shillings (320,000 USD) on Wednesday, 6th September, which will see the latter become Uganda’s official football partner.

    At a function held at Fairway Hotel in Kampala, this historic collaboration with the FA promises to reshape the landscape of Ugandan football.

    This momentous partnership, worth UShs 1.18 billion ($320,000), signifies a shared commitment to nurturing local talent, enriching the fan experience, and uplifting football standards throughout Uganda.

    Ntoudi Mouyelo, Managing Director at Mchezo Africa, which owns betPawa, expressed his excitement, stating,

    “We are thrilled to collaborate with FUFA in accelerating the growth of Ugandan football. This partnership is a significant investment in our local players and teams, and together, we can enhance the experience for fans and players alike. We are creating more opportunities for all those involved in Ugandan football.”

    The signing ceremony for this transformative partnership will mark the official launch of three sponsored properties for the FUFA 23/24 season: FUFA Drum, the betPawa BIG League, and the betPawa Futsal League.

    FUFA President, Moses Hassim Magogo, echoed these sentiments, saying,

    “This partnership marks a pivotal moment for Ugandan football. It is more than just financial support; it is a firm pledge to the future of our beloved sport, a promise to double down on our shared vision for progress.”

    The overarching goals of this partnership are manifold: to nurture and cultivate more careers within Ugandan football, to activate and bolster existing fan bases while expanding their reach nationwide, and to motivate players with the Locker Room Bonus.

    “Under this partnership, we are introducing the Locker Room Bonus, which offers players fast and direct benefits. The players who make the squad list per match will receive cash tokens sent to their phones after the game if their team wins. We are setting aside 25% of the value of this partnership towards this LRB,” explained Mouyelo on his part.

    BetPawa’s track record of success in Ghana, Kenya, and Rwanda highlights its ability to drive sports growth across Africa. In this new collaboration with FUFA, betPawa is dedicated to developing football infrastructure that benefits local communities and will take up Title Sponsorship of Futsal and the Big League to create an end-to-end football development pathway. The ultimate aspiration is to elevate the standard of football in Uganda.

    This partnership represents a remarkable fusion of sports, business, and community development. As betPawa and FUFA combine their strengths, they are poised to inscribe a new chapter in the annals of Ugandan football history, with the ultimate objective of establishing Uganda as a footballing powerhouse on the African continent.

    Benefits under the Futsal competition will include awards for MVP of the season, best goalkeeper, coach, player of the season, most assists, and young player of the season.

    Similar award categories, supported by betPawa, will be given out in the Big League, as well as an overall token for the league’s winning team, which is among the four clubs that earn promotion to the country’s top-tier league at the end of each season.

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  • Development of players: FUFA Executive approves updated regulations for immediate implementation

    Development of players: FUFA Executive approves updated regulations for immediate implementation

    FUFA has issued Circular No. 1173 concerning regulations for development of players in line with the FUFA Hattrick for the next five years under the federation’s Technical Plan.

    Following extensive consultations with stakeholders, the FUFA Executive Committee has now approved the release of updated regulations for immediate implementation.

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    The FUFA Deputy CEO Decolas Kiiza confirmed the latest development in a circular issued on Thursday evening;

    ‘FUFA wishes to thank all stakeholders that have effectively participated in the consultations and sharing feedback during the process of coming up with the final and updated regulations concerning development of players’

    The regulations will be applied with immediate effect. 

  • Kampala Junior Team win 2021/22 Futsal Super League

    Kampala Junior Team win 2021/22 Futsal Super League

    Kampala Junior Team over the weekend clinched the 2021/22 Futsal Super League.

    To emerge Champions, KJT had to win their final two games of the season on Saturday at the Old Kampala Arena.

    Despite having the same number of points(30) with second-placed Park FC (30), KJT had a better head to head advantage over their rivals.

    On the final day of the season, the Mohammad Sembatya coached side defeated Kisenyi FC (4-0) and Aidenal School of Soccer and Art (5-2) to lift their first Futsal Super League trophy.

    Park also won their games ( 9-0 against ASKA and 10-0 against Kabowa Dream) but narrowly failed to defend the title they won in 2021.

    FUFA Executive Committee Member in charge of Marketing, TV & Sponsorships Rogers Byamukama Araali, who was in company of FAU President Hamza Jjunju handed the coveted trophy to the Mengo based side.

    FUFA EXCO member Rogers Byamukama handing out the trophy to KJT captain Najib Muwonge

    Park’s Abasi Muluya won the golden boot, scoring 33 goals in just 10 games while Brain Drileba won the best goalkeeper gong for conceding the least number of goals this season.

    KJT’s Abasi Kyeyune was named the 2021/22 Futsal Super League Most Valuable Player for his outstanding performance during his side’s incredible trophy triumph.

    Abasi Muluya (in yellow), Brian Drileba ( middle) and Abasi Kyeyune ( in white) pose for the photo moment.

    All results

    Luzira FC 5-5 Kabowa Dream
    KJT FC 4-0 Kisenyi FC
    Park FC 9-0 ASKA
    Aidenal SOSA 3-2 Talent Bridge
    Luzira FC 5-4 Kisenyi FC
    KJT FC 5-2 Aidenal SOSA
    Kabowa Dream 0-10 Park FC
    ASKA 4-3 Talent Bridge

  • 16 get certified as FIFA Futsal Referees Course climaxes

    16 get certified as FIFA Futsal Referees Course climaxes

    A total of sixteen participants were approved and certified by FIFA instructor Farid Bhewa as futsal referees having successfully concluded training on Friday.

    The FIFA FUFA Futsal Referees Course run for five days at African Bible University – Lubowa with match officials receiving certificates at the end.

    Participants of the FIFA Futsal referees training course.

    The closing ceremony was graced by FUFA 1st Vice President, Justus Mugisha together with Ronnie Kalema- FUFA Executive Secretary for Football Development and Decolas Kiiza- FUFA Deputy CEO-Football.

    FUFA 1st Vice President Justus Mugisha(with the ball) and FIFA Futsal Instructor pose for a photo with female participants.

    Mugisha indicated capacity building is a key focus areas for FUFA and with more Futsal referees trained, the game of futsal keeps growing.

    FUFA 1st Vice President, Justus Mugisha speaking at the closing ceremony.

    “Currently we have 2 FIFA Futsal Referees out of the 8 required of us by FIFA. This course has generated more trainees who aspire for the such FIFA badges if they position themselves well with smartness, professionalism and the zeal to always learn.” said Mugisha.

    He congratulated the trainees upon reaching such an achievement and encouraged them to practice the knowledge attained.

    FIFA Futsal Technical Instructor Bhewa lauded FUFA for the tireless efforts towards developing the game.

    FUFA 1st Vice President, Justus Mugisha (left) hands over a Uganda Cranes jersey to FIFA Futsal Instructor Farid Bhewa.

    “I would like to thank FUFA for undertaking this course. This shows the will to develop the game of Futsal in Uganda and I’m convinced the future is bright.” He said.

    One of the participants receives his certificate.

    List of participants

    Brian Emmy Nsubuga
    Isaac Ssengendo
    Majid Hassan
    Ismail Mulindwa
    Bashir Lukabwe
    Rashida Adams
    Dorcus Namukisa
    Patrick Male Njuki
    Peter Nkugwa
    Richard Kimbowa
    Reagan Kyanda
    Muzamir Bihibingi
    Erias Kafeero
    Moses Musaasizi
    Abdi Abubaker Hirabe
    Ali Abubaker Mohamed

  • FIFA-FUFA Futsal Referees Course kicks off

    FIFA-FUFA Futsal Referees Course kicks off

    FUFA Futsal Referees Course has officially been opened today, Monday 23rd May 222 at African Bible University – Lubowa by FUFA Executive Secretary for Football Development , Ronnie Kalema on behalf of the FUFA President.

    Participants listening attentively during the course.
    FUFA Executive Committee Member, Ronnie Kalema.

    “Football development will only be achieved through capacity building and increasing the figure of human resource through such education arrangements. Our target is to have our referees for Futsal, football and beach soccer officiate at the World cup.” said Kalema in his opening remarks.

    He also thanked FIFA for the tireless efforts in developing the game.

    Day one kicked off with a physical fitness test for all participants before a class session in the afternoon.

    Mauritian FIFA Futsal Technical Instructor Farid Bhewa takes charge of the 5-day course assisted by local instructors; Kizito Rehma Nansubuga-FUFA Futsal referees fitness instructor and Samuel Egesa – Referees Manager.

    FIFA Futsal Technical Instructor Farid Bhewa

    “I am very happy that you (the participants) are receptive therefore promise to do my best to equip you with the knowledge about Futsal” commented Bhewa.

    FUFA Football Development Director, Ali Mwebe.

    The maiden Physical Futsal course has been attended by seventeen (17) participants in the first session, with four more days of Knowledge impartation awaiting before closure on Friday 27th May 2022.

  • Futsal Super League: Aidenal, KJT and Park remain unbeaten on Matchday Two

    Futsal Super League: Aidenal, KJT and Park remain unbeaten on Matchday Two

    Matchday Two Results

    Park 3-0 Talent Bridge
    Luzira Thunders 3-5 ASKA
    Kisenyi 2-7 Aidenal
    KJT 4-3 Kabowa Dream
    Talent Bridge 3-5 Kisenyi
    ASKA 5-3 Kabowa Dream
    Luzira Thunders 2-5 Aidenal
    Park 1-1 KJT

    Aidenal, KJT and Park maintained their brilliant start to the 2022 Futsal Super League, remaining unbeaten after Matchday two of the new season.

    Aidenal were the biggest winners over the weekend, winning their two fixtures to move top of the log.

    The Entebbe-based outfit beat Luzira 5-2 and Kisenyi 7-2 on Saturday at Old Kampala to bag maximum points.

    In the first game against Luzira, Aidenal won 5-2 with John Ben Nakibinge scored a brace while Faisal Wabyona, Marvin Kavuma and Denis Kalanzi added one apiece.

    Luzira got their consolation goals from Joseph Seembatya and Joshua Aziku.

    In second match, Sulaiman Mutyaba and Marvin Kavuma scored a brace each, Denis Kalanzi, Jovan Mawejje and Angelo Kizza got the other goals for Aidenal.

    Julius Kasagga and Brian Keziron Nsereko contributed a goal each in a losing effort for Kisenyi FC.

    Aidenal now has 10 points from their opening four games.

    Marvin Kavuma has scored six goals, one behind leading goal-scorer Issa Kisule of Talent Bridge.

    Elsewhere, Kabowa Dream remained winless with four losses from as many games.

    ASKA Nansana is the other team that won two games on match-day two, beating Kabowa Dream and Luzira 5-3 each.

    Matchday three – 28th May 2022

    •Aidenal vs Kabowa DT – 9am
    •Kisenyi vs ASKA Nansana – 10am
    •KJT vs Talent Bridge Wampeewo – 11am
    •Luzira vs Park FC
    •Talent Bridge Wampeewo vs Aidenal – 12pm
    •ASKA vs Park – 1pm
    •Kisenyi vs KJT – 3pm
    •Kabowa Dream V Luzira – 4pm

  • KJT, Aidenal win big as 2021/22 Futsal Super League gets underway

    KJT, Aidenal win big as 2021/22 Futsal Super League gets underway

    Futsal Super League

    Opening Day Results

    KJT FC 2-2 Luzira FC
    KJT FC 10-0 ASKA FC
    Park FC 2-0 Kisenyi FC
    Kisenyi FC 7-0 Kabowa Dream FC
    Aidenal FC 7-1 ASKA FC
    Park FC 0-0 Aidenal F
    Talent Bridge FC 5-2 Kabowa Dream FC
    Luzira FC 5-2 Talent Bridge FC

    Kampala Junior Team (KJT) and Aidenal FC produced the best results as the 2021/22 got underway on Sunday at Old Kampala Arena.

    Former Uganda Olympic Committee Chairman, William Blick was at the Arena to watch the thrilling action.

    The new season came with exciting news of live broadcast for the games on FUFA TV, the first of its kind. With 8 teams taking part, the opening day of the League witnessed each team play two games.

    KJT and Aidenal recorded the biggest wins on the day, both winning against ASKA FC with huge margins. KJT won 10-0 while Aidenal defeated the same opponent with a 7-0 score.

    ASKA Futsal Club.

    Abdallah Mayiwa and Stuart Henry Kafuluma scored a hat trick each while Anthony Male, Najibu Muwonge, Uthman Lule, and Umar Ssebuliba also got onto the score sheet for KJT.

    For Aidenal, their goals against ASKA came from Marvin Kavuma and Dennis Kalanzi who had a treble each while the other was scored by Kenneth Kisiro.

    Mike Ntagujira got the consolation for hapless ASKA and their only goal on the day.

    KJT had earlier drawn 2-2 against Luzira FC in the opening fixture.Umar Ssebuliba and Abasi Kyeyune scored for KJT but the latter got their goals through Ivan Othieno and Joel Ogwang.

    Defending Champions Park FC made a perfect start to their title defence, overcoming Kisenyi FC with a 2-0 win thanks to goals from Joseph Kakembo and Shafic Avemah.

    In the other games played, Kabowa Dream lost their two games on the day, 7-0 to Kisenyi FC and 5-2 to Talent Bridge.

    Talent Bridge later lost with the same score-line to Luzira FC.

    Action will return next week with 4 games on card at the same venue;

    Matchday Three Fixtures

    Park FC vs Talent Bridge -9AM

    Luzira FC vs ASKA FC -10AM

    Kisenyi FC vs Aidenal FC -11AM

    KJT FC vs Kabowa Dream FC – 12PM

  • Resumption of Covid-19 Vaccination programme for the football family

    Resumption of Covid-19 Vaccination programme for the football family

    FUFA is committed to working with all good willed groups to save the lives of its stakeholders against the COVID-19 pandemic.

    In this spirit, the FUFA COVID-19 Management Committee will conduct another round of vaccination in support of Government’s programmes through the Ministry of Health (MoH) for all Members and officials of FUFA to be vaccinated against COVID-19.

    The vaccination exercise will be held at FUFA House, Mengo starting Monday 27th September 2021 to Friday 1st October 2021 from 9:00am – 1:00 pm on each day.

    The vaccination exercise is for those taking the first dose and second dose.

    The latest programme of vaccination is for all members of the FUFA Executive, Judicial Bodies, Delegates, Secretariat, players of Clubs at all levels for both Men and Women Leagues.

    As earlier communicated (Circular No. 1132) starting, Tuesday 1st June 2021, the Covid-19 vaccination card became a mandatory requirement for participation in any FUFA organised and/or authorised activity or event including but not limited to:

    1. Player registration and licensing for any Competition
    2. Club registration and licensing
    3. Letter of recommendation and secondment
    4. Courses participation
    5. Access to football matches depending on clearance by Government in future.

    For further inquiries contact Dr. Apollo Ahimbisibwe (+256 700 669 922- Chairman FUFA COVID-19 Management Committee) or Mr. Decolas Kiiza (+256 753 374 898- FUFA Deputy Chief Executive Officer-Football).

  • Covid-19: No more fans in stadiums at FUFA Organised and authorised Competitions

    Covid-19: No more fans in stadiums at FUFA Organised and authorised Competitions

    FUFA has issued Circular number 1136 directing all clubs not to admit fans to the stadiums until further notice.

    The communication signed off by the FUFA Deputy CEO-Football Decolas Kiiza was issued on Thursday 3rd June 2021.  

    The circular is addressed to FUFA Members, Special Interest Groups of FUFA and Stakeholders reads;

    As you are all aware according to statistics from the Ministry of Health there is an upsurge in the number of COVID-19 cases as well as deaths in Uganda.

    FUFA had earlier allowed up to 200 fans to watch FUFA organised and FUFA authorized competitions with strong adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). This is no longer tenable in the current situation.

    Therefore, in order to ensure the Health and Safety of players, Technical staff and all stakeholders, all matches shall be played without spectators or fans until further notice.

    As we wind up the 1st Division, 2nd Division and the Uganda Cup there shall be no fans in the stadiums. Teams are further strongly encouraged to limit all other authorized personnel to the bear minimum. SOPs must be strictly observed and COVID-19 vaccination enhanced by football officials and players throughout the country.

    It is Our Game, It is Our Country.

  • FUTSAL: 2021 Super League gets befitting kick-off with goal galore

    FUTSAL: 2021 Super League gets befitting kick-off with goal galore

    Futsal Super League 2021 (Match Day 1):

    Albert Nile Group:

    • KJT 7-11 Big Talent
    • Mengo 8-2 Aidenal SOSA

    Victoria Nile Group:

    • Synergy 4-3 Kabowa Yeak
    • Park 4-4 Kisenyi

    Match day one of 2021 Futsal Super League was held at the virgin confine of the Old Kampala Sports Arena on Saturday, 1st May.

    With four matches played in both the Albert Nile and Victoria Nile groups where a total of 43 goals were scored.

    The Big Talent versus Kampala Junior Team (KJT) encounter produced the most goals scored, 18, for both side with Big Talent winning 11-7 to go top of the Albert Nile group.

    Shafic Ssali (5) and a hat-trick apiece from Farouk Tumwesigye and Faizal Wabyoona leading the way for the debutants.

    There are two groups; Victoria Nile and Albert Nile for the 2021 Futsal Super League

    KJT had their goals from Yunusu Kezimbira (3) and a goal apiece from Francis Jurua, Billy Nkata, Geofrey Nvule and former Uganda Cranes international, Dan Wagaluka.

    Mengo condemned Aidenal SOSA 8-2 and are now second on the log.

    Henry Stuart Kafuluma (hat-trick), Najibu Muwonge, Geofrey Athuairwe, Huzaifah Kawesi and George Vasco Okechi found the goals for Mengo.

    Aidenal SOSA’s only two goals were netted by Morris Makanga and Dennis Kalanzi.

    Masuudi Kafumbe in action

    Victoria Nile Group:

    Newcomers Synergy out-witted Kabowa Yeak 4-3 in a closely contested duel.

    Musa Kazibwe, Sulaiman Kimbugwe, Frank Yuga and Sabir Yasin scored for Synergy.

    Buddu Ssaza team play-maker Jovan Mawejje, Bruno Ssegirinya and Abdul Swaburu Mugenyi scored the three goals for Kabowa Yeak.

    Synergy is now top of the Victoria Nile Group since the other group game between Park and Kisenyi ended in a stalemate, following a 4-all clash.

    Sam Kalyango (brace), Kevin Obua and Junior Abbas netted for Park.

    Shafiq Avemah (fresh from the Somalia Premier League), AliIbrahim Abdukadir and Hussein Abdala  Sadam (two goals) replied for Kisenyi.

    The Old Kampala Sports Arena hosted match day 1, and so will be the venue for the rest of the season, unless otherwise

    Big Talent’s Shafic Ssali leads the top scorer’s charts with 5 goals.

    Futsal Association Uganda (FAU) chairman Hamza Jjunju is excited that the super league kicked off as he anticipates a great season ahead.

    “We are excited that the Futsal Super League finally kicked off amidst the Coronavirus Pandemic. Last season, we cancelled the league and most of our competitions like the super cup and Uganda Cup. We are hopefully that this year round we progress smoothly.” Jjunju stated.

    Match day two will be played on Saturday, 8th May 2021 at the same venue, kicking off by 10 AM.

    Top Scorers:

    • Shafic Ssali (Big Talent) – 5
    • Farouk Tumwesigye (Big Talent) – 3
    • Yunusu Kezimbira (KJT) – 3
    • Stuart Henry Kafuluma (Mengo) – 3
    • Sam Kalyango (Park) – 2
    • Morris  Makanga (Aidenal SOSA) – 2
    • Sadam Abdala Hussein (Kisenyi) – 2
    Faizal Wabyoona, a Uganda Hippos player captained Big Talent Futsal Club

    *All Images by Futsal Association Uganda (FAU)