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  • Stanbic Uganda Cup 2021: Round of 16 draws completed

    Stanbic Uganda Cup 2021: Round of 16 draws completed

    The Stanbic Uganda Cup 2021 round of 16 draws were held at FUFA House in Mengo, Kampala on Thursday, April 22, 2021.

    FUFA Deputy CEO – Football Decolas Kiiza Hantali, FUFA club licensing manager Ivan Kintu Bayige, Esther Musoke (FUFA Marketing Director), former Uganda Cup winner Andrew Lule and Ahmed Hussein (FUFA Communications Director) conducted the tranquil draw.

    In the draws proper, army side UPDF was picked out of the draw casket first with the home fixture against the 2016 champions Vipers at the Army Military Stadium, Bombo.

    UPDF Football Club was drawn first

    This was followed by the 2019 winners Proline and 1999 champions Mbale Heroes fixture; Onduparaka Vs SC Villa, Wakiso Giants Vs Tooro United, Police Vs Soltilo Bright Stars, Express Vs URA, BUL against Kitara or Kigezi Home Boyz.

    The first leg of the Kitara versus Kigezi Home Boyz duel will be played on 29th April 2021.

    Esther Musoke, FUFA Competitions Director drew BUL Football Club, against the winner of either Kitara or Kigezi Home Boyz
    Express will play URA at the round of 16 stage in the Stanbic Uganda Cup

    Kiiza appreciated the different stakeholders that have witnessed the smooth progress of this tournament.

    From the Government that blessed the return of sports in the country after a lengthy COVID-19 ban on recreation and sporting events to the club owners, players, media, sponsors, Kiiza was full of praise.

    ‘We thank the Government that allowed the return of sports; clubs, players, referees, sponsors, media and all key stake holders that have enabled the smooth play of the Stanbic Uganda Cup. We humbly appeal to the clubs to comply with the set regulations’ Kiiza noted.

    Decolas Kiiza Hantali, FUFA Deputy CEO – Football

    Bayige explained the playing format of the games (home and away) between 1st and 6th May 2021.

    ‘The Stanbic Uganda Cup round of 16 games will be played on home and away basis between 1st and 6th May 2021’ Bayige confirmed.

    Ivan Kintu Bayige, FUFA Club licensing manager

    Lule recounted the memories he enjoyed during the times at Express Football Club where he won the trophy twice in 1997 and 2001.

    ‘It is a big honour to win the Stanbic Uganda Cup. I recall the memories when I guided Express to two titles in 1997 and 2001. My most memorable moment was in 2001 in the semi-finals against KCC. Their player Morley Byekwaso gave me a very big challenge but we managed to win’ Lule stated.

    The first and return legs will be played between 1st and 6th May 2021 on a home and away basis.

    Stanbic Uganda Bank is the main sponsor of the tournament with Kansai Plascon the other partner.

    Full Draws (Round of 16)

    • UPDF Vs Vipers – Bombo Military Stadium
    • Proline Vs Mbale Heroes – MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo
    • Onduparaka Vs SC Villa – AbaBet Green Light Stadium, Arua
    • Wakiso Giants Vs Tooro United – Kabaka Kyabbagu Stadium, Wakiso
    • Police Vs Soltilo Bright Stars – MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo
    • Express Vs URA – Betway Mutesa II Wankukukuku
    • BUL Vs Kitara or Kigezi Home Boyz- Kyabazinga Stadium, Bugembe
    • Maroons Vs KCCA – Prisons Stadium, Luzira

    *First team on the fixture to host the first leg (Full dates will be confirmed by the FUFA Competitions department)

    MAIN PHOTO: Former Uganda Cranes, Uganda Kobs and Express player Andrew Lule with FUFA Marketing Director Esther Musoke during the round of 16 Uganda Cup draws

  • FUFA Press Statement on Uganda Cranes Coach McKinstry

    FUFA Press Statement on Uganda Cranes Coach McKinstry

    The Head Coach of the Uganda Men’s National team, Johnathan McKinstry, has today reached an agreement with FUFA to bring an end to his 18 months at the helm of the Uganda Cranes.

    FUFA would like to thank Coach McKinstry and his staff for the work and dedication to developing the Uganda Cranes during their tenure.

    Coach McKinstry departs Uganda having won 2 in every 3 games played, recording a 67% WIN rate from the 18 games he has overseen – including 12 wins, 3 draws and only 3 defeats. 

    In addition to this, Coach McKinstry guided Uganda to victory in the CECAFA Challenge Cup 2019 where Uganda won all of the games contested, for only the second time in their history.

    We would like to thank Coach McKinstry for the professionalism demonstrated during his employment with FUFA, and we wish him well in all his future endeavours.

    Uganda results under Johnathan McKinstry

    13/10/2019Ethiopia0 – 1Uganda
    19/10/2019Uganda3 – 0Burundi
    13/11/2019Burkina Faso0 – 0Uganda
    17/11/2019Uganda2 – 0Malawi
    07/12/2019Uganda2 – 1Burundi
    09/12/2019Somalia0 – 2Uganda
    11/12/2019Eritrea0 – 2Uganda
    15/12/2019Uganda4 – 1Djibouti
    17/12/2019Uganda1 – 0Tanzania
    19/12/2019Uganda3 – 0Eritrea
    12/11/2020Uganda1 – 0South Sudan
    16/11/2020South Sudan1 – 0Uganda
    01/01/2021Cameroon1 – 1Uganda
    04/01/2021Zambia0 – 2Uganda
    07/01/2021Niger0 – 3Uganda
    18/01/2021Rwanda0 – 0Uganda
    22/01/2021Uganda1 – 2Togo
    26/01/2021Uganda2 – 5Morocco
    • Kampala, Uganda. 19 Dec 2019. Johnathan McKinstry (Head Coach, Uganda) with the winner’s trophy. Uganda v Eritrea, Final, CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup 2019. Star Times Stadium at Lugogo. Uganda win 3-0, and claim their 15th CECAFA title (but only the 2nd where they have done so without losing any games in the tournament). Credit: XtraTimeSports (Darren McKinstry)
    Johnathan McKinstry (Head Coach, Uganda) with the winner’s trophy, CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup 2019. Uganda win 3-0, and claim their 15th CECAFA title, but only the 2nd where they have done so without losing any games in the tournament. Credit: XtraTimeSports (Darren McKinstry)
  • Let us Celebrate Uganda’s greatest goalkeeper ever Denis Onyango

    Let us Celebrate Uganda’s greatest goalkeeper ever Denis Onyango


    Another icon of Ugandan football draws the curtains to such an illustrious career with the Uganda Cranes. 

    Denis Masinde Onyango has been the best goalkeeper I have watched in the World. For those who follow, it is not the first time I am saying this.
    We have always been sure that there is Denis to carry the team when it needed the goalkeeper. 

    He has been a great athlete, disciplined sportsman and patriotic footballer. 
    He has taken choice to retire and we should celebrate him for the hard decision. If you asked me, he is one of those few players that should have stayed forever but we have to accept that players come and go. It is just human.
    Denis wanted to announce his retirement in Malawi immediately after the game but was advised to hold on for a better timing. There was always not going to be the right timing for Denis to retire.
    FUFA took a decision to organize testimonial matches for national team players who retire after 8 years of service or those that have put indelible marks to the team as decided by the FUFA Executive.

    Definitely Onyango will have the option to take the testimonial match at the right timing.

    I wish Denis the best of the rest his athletic football career and hope the game retains him to serve it in different capacities.


    Eng. Moses Magogo

    FUFA President

  • FUFA Polls 2021: Provisional Results- District Football Associations

    FUFA Polls 2021: Provisional Results- District Football Associations

    The FUFA Electoral Committee has released provisional results of elections conducted over the weekend at the grassroots levels in all the FUFA 8 Football Regions.

    The voting exercise started with the elections at the District Football Associations and will be followed by the Regional level before climaxing with election of FUFA President and the Executive by the General Assembly by 31st August 2021.  

    The Chairman FUFA Electoral Committee Mathias Bwire says that he is happy with the process so far and they on course with the roadmap released to football stakeholders.

    The exercise over the weekend centred on; Election of District Chairpersons and appointment of Executive Committees, District SIGs (Players, Coaches and Referees) and District Delegates to Regional FA Assembles.

    The 8 FUFA regions are; West Nile, Northern, North East, Eastern, Buganda, Kampala, Western and Kitara.

    Click for DFAs Provisional Results

  • Stanbic Uganda Cup 2021: UPL giants storm the round of 16

    Stanbic Uganda Cup 2021: UPL giants storm the round of 16

    2021 Uganda Cup Round of 32 (2nd Leg Results):

    Teams that advanced to round of 16 with Aggregate scores in brackets

    Wakiso Giants FC 3-1 Water FC (Wakiso Giants FC, 5-2)

    Police FC 5-1 Calvary FC, (Police FC, 10-1)

    Luwero United FC 0-1 Onduparaka FC (Onduparaka FC, 1-0)

    Nyamityobora FC 0-1 KCCA (KCCAFC, 5-2)

    Tooro United FC 3-1 Kataka FC (Tooro United FC, 3-2)

    Express FC 1-0 Kyetume FC (Express FC, 3-2)

    MYDA 3-1 Proline (Proline FC, 5-4)

    Maroons FC 6-0 Terrazo and Tiles FC (A Maroons FC, 7-1)

    Busoga United FC 1-2 Vipers SC (Vipers SC, 5-1)

    Mbarara City FC 0-1 URA FC (URA FC, 1-0)

    BUL FC 2-0 Blacks Power FC (BUL FC, 4-0)

    With the double legged round of 32 for the Stanbic Uganda Cup set to climax, several Star Times Uganda Premier League clubs have already been confirmed for the next round (stage of 16).

    Scintillating action has been witnessed with great goals scored in varying styles and fashions.

    The traditional giants Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA), Express, Vipers, BUL, Wakiso Giants, Police, Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) and Onduparaka are some of the Star Times Uganda Premier League clubs already assured of slots in the round of 16.

    2019 winners Proline FC, Maroons FC, Tooro United FC are the second division clubs in the round that comes before the quarter finals.

    Goals have rained with justification from Police who qualified 10-1 on aggregate over Yumbe’s Calvary.

    Maroons have been the other high scoring side at the round of 32. After a 2 all draw in the first leg with Terrazo and Tiles, Maroons were ruthless in the return leg at Luzira, humiliating the visitors 6-0.

    Vipers eliminated Busoga United 5-1 over the two legs. During the return leg, Vipers overcame Busoga United 2-1 with Yunus Ssentamu and Lawrence Tezikya on target for the visitors.

    Isaac Wagoina scored Busoga United’s goal.

    KCCA, like Wakiso Giants both qualified with a familiar 5-2 aggregate score-line apiece.

    Wakiso Giants won the first leg at Kavumba 2-1 and the return leg 3-1 at their Kabaka Kyabaggu fortress.

    KCCA needed a late Charles Lwanga goal to completed the double over Nyamityobora as they won 1-0 at the Kakyeka Stadium, Mbarara City.

    Charles Lwanga (left) joined by a teammates to celebrate their goal in the second leg against Nyamityobora (Credit: KCCA FC Media)

    There were close contests like in the contests when URA eliminated Mbarara City.

    The first leg ended goal-less in Bombo before Brian Majwega inspired the tax collectors to a 1-0 win away at the Kakyeka Stadium in Mbarara City.

    Similarly, Express’ 3-2 aggregate win over Kyetume was not a mere walk in the park.

    The Red Eagles came from two goals down to draw with Kyetume 2-all during the first leg at FUFA Technical Center, Njeru before Express won the subsequent return leg 1-0 courtesy of a late- late penalty by Frank Kalanda.

    Onduparaka advanced to the round of 16 with a 1-0 aggregate win over Luwero United.

    The return leg had to be delayed by 24 hours because of a heavy rainstorm in Luwero before the Catarpillars edged their counterparts 1-0 courtesy of a late strike by Ali Mukiibi.

    More games to completed the round will be played on Sunday, 11th April 2021.

    Sports Club Villa have a goal deficit from their first leg at home in Bombo when they visit Ndejje University at the Arena of Visions.

    Brian Ssali of Ndejje University and SC Villa’s Garvin Kizito vie for the ball during the first leg. Both sides return to action on Sunday, 11th April 2021.

    Elsewhere, Soltilo Bright Stars host Paidha Black Angels in the return leg with Paidha Black Angels having a 1-0 advantage.

    In Mbale at the Municipal Stadium, Mbale Heroes will entertain Gaddafi.

    Gaddafi won the first leg 1-0 after Joel Madondo’ spenalty separated both sides at the Kyabazinga Stadium, Bugembe.

    The competition is organized by the FUFA Competitions Department.

    Stanbic Bank is the headline sponsor with Kansai Plascon the new partners on board.

    UBC TV has been broadcasting live a particular game per given match day.

    Meanwhile, the round of 16 draws will be conducted in the coming future.

    All 1st Leg results

    Terrazo and Tiles 1-1 Maroons FC

    Onduparaka FC 0-0 Luwero United FC

    Vipers SC 3-0 Busoga United FC

    Blacks Power FC 0-2 BUL FC

    Water FC 1-2 Wakiso Giants FC

    Police FC 5-0 Calvary FC

    Sc Villa0-1 Ndejje University FC

    Proline FC 4-1 MYDA FC

    Gadafi FC 1-0 Mbale Heroes FC

    Kyetume FC 2-2 Express FC

    Kataka FC 1-0 Tooro United FC

    URA FC 0-0 Mbarara City FC

    Paidha Black Angels FC 1-0 Soltilo Bright Stars FC

    KCCA FC 4-2 Nyamityobora FC

    The 2020/2021 Stanbic Uganda Cup kicked off on Easter Monday with six games on card.

    This year’s tournament has only teams from the Uganda Premier League and FUFA Big League.  

    The change in playing format is as a result of the Covid-19 global pandemic that had left out the lower division teams (Regional and district teams) from taking part in the most prestigious knout tournament in Uganda.

    Main Photo: Action between Busoga United and Vipers at the FUFA Technical Center, Njeru on Friday, 9th April 2021. Vipers won the game 2-1 to advance 5-1 on aggregate (Credit: Vipers SC Media)

  • Relations: FUFA holds successful media engagement with sports reporters

    Relations: FUFA holds successful media engagement with sports reporters

    FUFA has held yet another successful media engagement today with the members of the fourth estate building on what was organised in 2014 (Lugogo), 2017, 2018 (FUFA Technical Centre-Njeru) and 2019 (Imperial Royale).

    Today’s event is the first of the quarterly meetings this year between the local soccer governing body and sports media, held at Jevine Hotel in Rubaga, Kampala on Tuesday, April 6, 2021.

    L-R: FUFA 1st Vice President Justus Mugisha, FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo and FUFA Deputy CEO-Football Decolas Kiiza during the media interface at Jevine Hotel in Kampala

    FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo graced the interactive engagement also attended by 1st Vice President Justus Mugisha, FUFA Deputy CEO – Football Decolas Kiiza, Esther Musoke (Marketing Director) and Patrick Ntege (National Teams’ officer).

    The FUFA Communications Director Ahmed Hussein was the event’s moderator.

    Eng. Magogo hinted on the significance of the interface and FUFA’s progress since 2013 when he took over office, highlighting the success story in the eight (8) focus areas of FUFA.

    FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo

    ‘We thought it was very important to have an engagement with the media. We are open-minded. Since 2013, the game of football was still in recovery. By the time we came into administration, the game had moved to the point of take-off. For instance in 2013, there were only 8 employees of FUFA. Today, there are 60 employees. The national teams have improved a lot. There is a lot of improvement on quality of the human resource, communication and governance issues. The financial resources have increased from Shs 4 billion to over Shs 40 billion now. There is improved relationship with Government. No existing administration can operate without the Government. We need Government, there is a lot that we need from Government; CAF and FIFA, Uganda Olympic Committee, National Council of Sports (NCS), media and everybody working for the well being of football. Football needs an environment to develop’ noted Eng. Moses Magogo

    L-R Esther Musoke, Patrick Ntege and Ahmed Hussein at Jevine Hotel, Rubaga
    Radio4 Sports Presenter Yusuf Baliruno
    Kawowo Sports’ David Isabirye

    In his address, the FUFA President further elucidated on the federation’s progress in the FUFA 8 areas of focus; Governance, Infrastructure, Football Development, Equipment, Facilities and Infrastructure, National Teams, Competitions, Marketing and Communications, Administration and Finance then Membership.

    Francisco Bwambale of BBS TV and Record FM speaks during the FUFA – Media engagement at Jevine Hotel in Rubaga, Kampala

    He hinted on the federation’s new technical agenda of rebuilding the Uganda Cranes with key priority of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

    The new system will cater for the rebuilding of the Uganda Cranes. Teams are built in cycles.

    ‘We are going to start a new cycle of rebuilding Uganda Cranes. It is indeed true that we have had a team. It is indeed true the team has performed. It is indeed true players get tired. Teams are built in cycles. We have taken consideration into budding young players. Some results might not be be good in the beginning. The rebuilding process will see some players retained in the Senior team’ noted Eng. Magogo

    It is unfortunate that we did not qualify for the AFCON Finals for the third successive time. When i came into this office I said I do not want to be judged by qualification. I want to be judged by creating systems that help in the development of the game in the country. Even the best teams in the world win or lose some matches. What you do is go back and do analysis of the losses and react for the best football results.

    ‘There are five key factors that help in getting successful football results and these are; Infrastructure, Coaches, players, logistics and motivation’ added Magogo.

    The FUFA President also declared his intentions to contest for another term of office.

    ‘My term comes to an end on 31st August 2021. We believe we have ideas. I will stand for the post of FUFA President again’ Magogo told the media.

    FUFA 1st Vice President Justus Mugisha gave an insight about all the on-going FUFA projects ranging from the Kadiba project, future FUFA stadium in Lugazi, Beach Soccer facilities and the on-going renovation project at FUFA House, Mengo.

    Justus Mugisha, FUFA 1st Vice President

    ‘As FUFA, we are currently undertaking various projects at Kadiba, Lugazi, beach soccer facilities in Njeru and the on-going renovation exercise at FUFA House. These are projects we are handling seriously’ disclosed Justus Mugisha.

    Members of the media openly expressed themselves with varying opinions and many had concerns that needed clarification.

    FUFA Deputy CEO- Football Decolas Kiiza

    Kiiza gave an insight of all the FUFA competitions with a systematic return to full action in the midst of the COVID-19 Pandemic.

    ‘We are engaging Government on how best the rest of the other leagues will return after the Uganda Premier League and FUFA Big League. FUFA has met the costs for the COVID-19 of players, officials and referees. Soon, we shall have the National Beach Soccer League, FUFA Women Super League and Elite League. The other leagues will also return systematically’ Kiiza hinted.

    Shafiq Kiyaga of Football256 Media
    Shaban Lubega of Sports Nation had an array of questions. He got all the answers.
    Interactive media engagement between FUFA and the sports journalists
    Eria Ssenyondwa of Top Television
    Yusuf Baliruno with Ahmed Hussein

    This was yet another engagement of FUFA with the media following the first of its kind held at Imperial Royale Hotel last year.

  • Ugandan players in diaspora: Duty resumes after international break

    Ugandan players in diaspora: Duty resumes after international break

    A number of football leagues across the globe did return over the weekend following the international break.

    Most Ugandan players as usual were in action at their respective clubs as here is how they fared.

    During the CAF champions league, Taddeo Lwanga featured for full time as his Simba SC side thrashed AS Vita 4-1 to progress to the quarter finals from group A as group leaders with one game still to play.

    Tadeo Lwanga in action for Simba Sports Club against AS Vita

    Still in the same group, Saidi Kyeyune didn’t feature as his Sudan side Al-Merreick drew 2-2 with Al Ahly at home.

    Meanwhile, goalkeeper Denis Onyango was not on the match day squad as his Mamelodi Sundowns drew goalless With Jamal Salim Mangoola’s Al Hilal Omardum In Sudan.

    Jamal was an unused substitute.

    For the same group, Joseph Ochaya didn’t make the match day squad as his TP Mazembe lost 2-0 to Algerian side CR Belouizdad to bow out.

    During the Czech Republic Premier League, forward Edrisa Lubega started before paving way for Voltr in the 57th minute as his Pribram side drew goalless at Mlada Boleslav.

    Edrisa “Torres”Lubega in action

    In the Czech Republic second division, left back Isaac Muleme started before being subbed in the 75th minute as his Viktoria Zizkov lost 4-2 against log leaders Hradec Králové.

    In Turkey, Farouk Miya came on in the 69th minute for Bytyqi as his Konyaspor FC picked up a vital away win defeating Erzurum BB 2-1.

    Striker Uche Ikpeazu Mubiru played full time started as his Wycombe Wanderers side who sit at the bottom pipped Blackburn Rovers 1-0 during the English Championship.

    Another Ugandan born Jordan Obita was not included in the match day squad for Wycombe Wanderers.

    Right back Elvis Bwomono came on in the 74th minute for Jason Demetriou as his Southend United lost 2-0 to Carlisle during the English league two duel.

    Defender Bevis Mugabi was an unused substitute as his Motherwell FC beat Formartine United 5-0 in the Scottish Cup. 

    In Denmark Premier League relegation round, Moses Opondo was an unused substitute as his Odense FC side drew 1-1 at Horsens.

    Moses Oloya played full time as his Hanoi T&T side fell 2-0 against SHB-Đà Nẵng in the Vietnam V-league.

    Elsewhere Geofrey Baba Kizito featured for Than Quang Ninh as they beat Becamex Bình Dương 1-0.

    Fahad Bayo and Timothy Awanyi did not make the match day squad due to injuries as their Ashdod FC side drew 1-1 Hapoel Kiryat Shmona in the Israel Ligat HA’al Championship round.

    In South Africa DsTV Premier League, custodian Ismail Watenga was an unused substitute for Chippa United as they were thrashed 5-1 at Maritzburg United.

    In Zambia, custodian James Alitho wasn’t in the match day squad as his Zanaco FC side lost 2-1 at Zesco United.

    Compiled by Ronald Lusulire. Lusulire also hosts “Tugukyangira Bunayira” every Tuesday on 102.1 FUFA Fm from 10pm-12 Midnight. This is a show dedicated to the Ugandan footballers plying their trade outside the borderlines of Uganda.

    MAIN PHOTO: Midfielder Tadeo Lwanga in action for Simba against AS Vita at the National Stadium in Dar es salaam

  • StarTimes FUFA Big League: Water, Nyamityobora and Kataka register first wins

    StarTimes FUFA Big League: Water, Nyamityobora and Kataka register first wins

    Water FC, Nyamityobora FC and Kataka FC were the biggest winners on matchday three of the StarTimes FUFA Big League, posting their first wins this season.

    Kataka FC in Elgon group secured a hard-fought win against Jinja-based Gadafi FC thanks to Emmanuel Mukisa’s early strike.

    Mukisa opened the scores as early as the fourth minute and this eventually turned out to be the decisive moment of the game.

    Kataka FC has suffered successive losses to Calvary FC and Paidha Black Angels in their opening two games.

    In the same group, the top of the table clash between Maroons FC and Arua Hill SC ended in a barren stalemate.

    Blacks Power FC (Formerly Bukedea TC) secured their second win of the season by defeating Paidha Black Angels FC 2-0 thanks to goals from Gilbert Iboot and Michael Siwu.

    In Rwenzori group, Proline FC returned to winning ways, dispatching new comers Terrazo and Tiles at Kakyeka Stadium.

    Ivan Ocholit, Noordin Bunjo and Hamis Kizza scored a goal apiece for Proline while Emmanuel Balyejusa scored the consolation for Terrazo and Tiles.

    Kigezi Homeboyz and Ndejje University FC played to a one-all draw with Robert Baluku opening the scores before Nicholas Luzige equalised for the University side.

    Action in the StarTimes FUFA Big League resumes on Sunday with mathday fixtures.

  • Stanbic Uganda Cup 2021: Round of 32 Draws held at FUFA House

    Stanbic Uganda Cup 2021: Round of 32 Draws held at FUFA House

    The 2021 Stanbic Uganda Cup round of 32 draw has been held at FUFA House on Tuesday, 30th March 2021.

    The draw was overseen by the FUFA Competitions Director Aisha Nalule who was flanked by the FUFA Deputy CEO-Services Humphrey Mandu Watenga and FUFA Communications Director Ahmed Hussein and Uganda Premier League’s CEO Bernard Bainamani.

    The sponsors were also ably represented by Sonia Karamagi (Director of Marketing and Communications) and Daniel Kayongo (Kansai Plascon Marketing).

    Sonia Karamagi picks the pots

    Nalule reaffirmed the playing format for this year’s championship that commences with the round of 32 for only the Star Times Uganda Premier League and Star Times FUFA Big League clubs.

    ‘We shall play starting from the round of 32 starting with only the StarTimes UPL and StarTimes FUFA Big League clubs. This is because of the COVID-19 pandemic that made us’ Nalule disclosed.

    Aisha Nalule drew Maroons
    Sonia Karamagi

    ‘The Stanbic Uganda Cup has grown in stature. Four years ago as we were announced official sponsors of the Stanbic Uganda Cup, the tournament has witnessed a drastic growth with the number of teams and organization. I also also happy that we have a new partner in Kansai Plascon’ Karamagi stated.

    The first and second legs of the round of 32 matches will be played between 5th and 12th April 2021.

    The tournament is sponsored by Stanbic Bank as the headline sponsor, partnered by Kansai Plascon.

    FUFA Deputy CEO – Services Humphrey Mandu drew UPDF FC
    UPL Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Bernard Bainamani

    Complete Draws:

    Terrazo and Tiles Vs Maroons – Kakyeka Stadium

    Onduparaka Vs Luwero United – AbaBet Green Light Stadium, Arua

    Vipers Vs Busoga United – St Mary’s Stadium, Kitende

    Water Vs Wakiso Giants – Kavumba Recreational Stadium, Wakiso

    Kitara Vs Kigezi Home Boyz – Kavumba Recreational Stadium, Wakiso

    Blacks Power Vs BUL – Bukedea Town Council

    KCCA Vs Nyamityobora – MTN Omondi Stadium

    Gaddafi Vs Mbale Heroes – Kyabazinga Stadium, Bugembe – Jinja

    Proline Vs MYDA – MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo

    Kyetume Vs Express – FUFA Technical Center, Njeru

    Kataka Vs Tooro United – Mbale Municipal Stadium

    Paidha Black Angels Vs Soltilo Bright Stars – Bar Okoro Stadium, Zombo

    URA Vs  Mbarara City – Arena of Visions Stadium, Ndejje University

    Police Vs Calvary – MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo

    Arua Hill Vs UPDF – Barifa Stadium, Arua

    SC Villa Vs Ndejje University – Army Military Stadium, Bombo

  • Uganda Cranes off to Malawi for decisive AFCON Qualifier

    Uganda Cranes off to Malawi for decisive AFCON Qualifier

    Uganda Cranes Contingent left on Sunday morning aboard Uganda Airlines Chartered flight to Blantyre for the final and decisive AFCON Qualifier against Malawi to be played on Monday 29th March 2021.

    • Majestic walk as players get ready for the trip to Malawi

    FUFA Executive Committee Member Ronnie Kalema is the Leader of the Delegation but FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo, 1st Vice President Justus Mugisha and Executive Committee Member Ariga Rasoul have also travelled with the team.  

    Dr. James Ssekajugo and National Teams Officer Paul Mukatabala traveled as advanced party team to prepare for the arrival of the team.

    The 23 man Squad that was named by the head coach Abdallah Mubiru and travelled today has;

    Denis Onyango, Magoola Salim Jamal, Ochaya Joseph, Nico Wadada, Juuko Murushid, Mukiibi Ronald, Kizza Mustapha, Lwaliwa Halidi, Azira Michael, Lwanga Taddeo, Bobosi Byaruhanga, Miya Faruku, Okello Allan, Moses Waiswa, Lumala Abdu, Kizito Luwaga, Okwi Emmanuel, Mugweri gavin, Kigonya Mathias, Sentamu Yunus, Isiagi Daniel, Lukwago Charles, Orit Ibrahim

    • Halidi Lwaliwa (L) and Ibrahim Orit at Entebbe Airport on Sunday morning

    Team Officials:

    Leader of Delegation: Ronnie Kalema

    Head coach: Abdallah Mubiru

    Assistant Coach: Livingstone Mbabazi

    Goalkeepers’ Coach: Fred Kajoba

    Team Doctors: Katumba Yahaya and Emmanuel Nakabago

    Team Nutritionist/Fitness Trainer: Felix Ayobo

    FUFA Covid-19 Officer- Dr. Ahimbisibwe Apollo

    Team Coordinator: Geofrey Massa

    Team Media Officer: Stephen Mayamba

    102.1 FUFA fm- Reagan Mulekeezi- Commentator

    Kits men: Ayubu Balyejusa and Mulondo Samuel

    • Goalkeeper Salim Jamal ready for National team duty

    The Uganda Cranes will conduct a training session on Sunday evening at Kamuzu Stadium ahead of tomorrow’s match at 4pm (EAT) on the same venue.

  • Total AFCON 2021 Qualifiers: Uganda, Malawi set for grand finale

    Total AFCON 2021 Qualifiers: Uganda, Malawi set for grand finale

    Total AFCON 2021 Qualifiers (Group B):

    Uganda Cranes 0-0 Burkina Faso

    South Sudan 0-1 Malawi

    Uganda Cranes’ goal-less home stalemate will Burkina Faso at the St Mary’s Stadium in Kitende during round 5 of the Total AFCON 2021 qualifiers leaves the CECAFA giants on the brick of qualification, pending the last away game with Malawi next Monday.

    The Cranes staged a gallant display especially in the second half and had midfielder Ibrahim Orit hit the woodwork off Faruku Miya’s corner kick.

    The opening stanza had produced half chances through Miya, Patrick Henry Kaddu and Emmanuel Okwi.

    Abdul Lumala in action

    At the start of the second half, Orit replaced winger Abdul Lumala and offensive midfielder Moses Waiswa came on for Mike Azira as the Uganda Cranes intensified their raids towards the opposition goal.

    Fahad Azizi Bayo took over the place for the injured Patrick Henry Kaddu towards the hour mark.

    Uganda Cranes best chance of the game came on 69 minutes when Orit rose highest to nod Miya’s curling corner kick onto the cross bar.

    Waiswa’s industriousness had the Cranes raid the opposition although with no breakthrough.

    Action between Uganda Cranes and Burkina Faso at St Mary’s Stadium, Kitende

    Miya twice had an opportunity to score but was fluffed by the Burkina Faso goalkeeper Herve.

    Burkina Faso qualified for the finals even with a game to play against South Sudan in Ouagadougou.

    Meanwhile, Uganda and Malawi will face off in a grand finale next Monday for the remaining slot.

    Malawi beat South Sudan 1-0 in Khartoum to make 7 points. South Sudan bows out of the qualifiers.

    Uganda Cranes will resume preparations for the Malawi clash on Thursday ahead of the chartered flight set to depart on Sunday.

    Team captain Denis Onyango leads his charges from dug out
    Uganda Cranes XI Vs Burkina Faso

    Uganda Cranes XI: Dennis Onyango (Goalkeeper – Captain), Nicholas Wadada, Joseph Ochaya, Halid Lwaliwa, Murushid Juuko, Taddeo Lwanga, Abdu Lumala, Mike Azira, Patrick Henry Kaddu, Emmanuel Okwi, Faruku Miya

    Changes:

    46’ Ibrahim Orit In, Abdul Lumala Out

    46’ Moses Waiswa In, Mike Azira Out

    58’ Fahad Bayo In, Patrick Henry Kaddu Out

    The substitute players during the national anthem

    Subs Not Used: Charles Lukwago (G.K), Salim Jamal Magoola (G.K), Ronald Mukiibi Ddungu, Elvis Bwomono, Mustafa Kizza, Allan Okello, Yunus Sentamu, Daniel Isiagi Opolot, William Luwagga

    Reactions:

    Abdallah Mubiru, Uganda Cranes Head Coach:

    We give thanks to Almighty Lord for whatever we have achieved from the game. We had a game where I feel we were unlucky. The players put up a good fight. We tried our best in the game. We knew that even before the game, it would all end in Malawi. We are going back to the drawing board to play for the game away against Malawi. We have to select a better team to face Malawi.

    Denis Onyango, Uganda Cranes Captain:

     I am very happy for the performance of the team. We lifted out tempo in the second half and created half chances. The introduction of Moses Waiswa and Ibrahim Orit pushed us further in the second half. We still needed this result. It is still in our hands. We need to do ourselves a favour. We need to play total football. We need to carry on the momentum. It is in our hands. We need and must qualify for AFCON finals.

  • About the Current Uganda Cranes Camp preparing for two AFCON Matches against Burkina Faso and Malawi;

    About the Current Uganda Cranes Camp preparing for two AFCON Matches against Burkina Faso and Malawi;

    All Uganda Cranes Players and Officials are bound by the National Teams’ Code of Conduct formulated by FUFA way back in 2017.

    When players were invited for National team duty two weeks ago for the two AFCON Qualifier matches against Burkina Faso and Malawi; an air ticket was sent (for foreign based players) and a circular dated 4th March 2021 attached reminding players and officials of their obligations in line with National Teams’ Code of Conduct. This applied to the local based players as well.

    Permission for players to miss from camp is only granted by the Head Coach, in this case, player Khalid Aucho had to follow the same procedure. Unfortunately, he did not.

    The decision taken by FUFA against Aucho has no political inclination as claimed by the player and in some media outlets.

    Selection of players for National team duty is on merit.

    Aucho was dismissed from the current Cranes camp but may be considered for future National team engagements.

    FUFA enforces regulations with all its players and officials of the Nine (9) National teams just like it was for goalkeeping coach Fred Kajoba who was asked to leave camp for breaching the Covid-19 regulations when Uganda Cranes was preparing for the CHAN tournament.

    Finally, with the current Covid-19 situation, the health of the entire contingent in camp is paramount. All players were directed to enter camp upon arrival in the country to avoid any possible spread of the virus.

  • Khalid Aucho dismissed from Uganda Cranes camp

    Khalid Aucho dismissed from Uganda Cranes camp

    Khalid Aucho has been dismissed from Uganda Cranes Camp for failure to adhere to the National team Code of Conduct and FUFA Circular dated 4th March 2021.

    Uganda Cranes is preparing for two crucial AFCON Qualifiers against Burkina Faso and Malawi due next week.

    Aucho refused to board the official means of transport organised to pick him from Entebbe International Airport to the team camp at Cranes Paradise Hotel-Kisasi and has not even reported to camp since his arrival in the country.

    The player’s club Misr El Makkasa and Egypt Football Association A have duly been informed about the decision and a return air ticket has been issued to him for his travel back to Egypt.

  • Players reaction on Africa Beach Soccer Cup of Nations Qualification

    Players reaction on Africa Beach Soccer Cup of Nations Qualification

    The Uganda National Beach Soccer Team (The Sand Cranes) were treated to good news on Thursday evening after confirming qualification to this year’s Africa Beach Soccer Cup of Nations.

    The development came as a result of Ghana withdrawing from the qualifying phase thus gifting the Sand Cranes an opportunity of playing at the finals for the first time.

    The players who were already in camp at the FUFA Technical Centre received the news with delight and can’t wait to represent Uganda at the Championship slated for 23rd -29th May 2021.

    Below is what some of the players said;

    Meddie Kibirige – Team Captain

    Uganda Sand Cranes goalkeeper and captain Meddie Kibirige.


    ‘It’s an amazing feeling for the hard work and commitment we have put up in the past years. Finally it has paid off. I dedicate this to the UBSA Chairman, Mr .Deo Mutabazi.’

    Suleiman Ochero
    ‘I am so happy and I cannot explain what I feel in my heart. It’s been a long journey with so many heartbreaks when we didn’t use our chances. This time, we knew what we needed after committing mistakes in the past but good enough Ghana has  cleared our way . We had the chance to correct. Uganda beach soccer  will change as the world will know more  about Uganda.‘

    Suleiman Ochero (in red) playing for the Sand Cranes

    Baker Lukooya

    ‘It’s a miracle from God because I was only recalled to the team after four years. The last time I played qualification , Ghana humiliated us. It will change our mentality as national team players and a chance for the game of Beach Soccer to change for the better.’

    Suleiman Ochero(R) and Baker Lukooya(M) listening to coaches in training.

    Godfrey Lwesibwa
    ‘It was God’ plan  for us to qualify for the AFCON Beach Soccer. We shall definitely use this opportunity to express our abilities as players.‘

    Uganda Sand Cranes’s player Godfrey Lwesibawa in action.

    Rica Byaruhanga

    ‘Success is sweet. But it’s sweeter when its achieved thorough co-ordination, cooperation & collaboration. Thank you to all of you for delivering such great teamwork and glory be to God .‘

    ‘I have been waiting for this moment, working tirelessly but finally .it is here and can’t wait to represent Uganda at such a stage.‘

    Rica Byaruhanga passes the ball during a recovery training session

    Deo, Mutabazi – UBSA Chairman

    ‘From our humble beginning in 2009, I even feel emotional that we have been able to come this far. Qualification is a true reflection of our efforts from the players, coaches and every stakeholder.’

    Uganda Beach Soccer Association Chairman Deo Mutabazi
  • QUALIFIED: Uganda Sand Cranes to play at AFCON Beach Soccer Finals

    QUALIFIED: Uganda Sand Cranes to play at AFCON Beach Soccer Finals

    Uganda national Beach Soccer Team- Sand Cranes has Qualified for the 2020 AFCON Beach Soccer Finals to be hosted by Senegal this year.

    Uganda’s opponents Ghana were due to play Uganda over two legs starting with the first fixture at the FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru on 27th March 2021 but the West African giants withdrew from the tournament.

    In a communication sent to FUFA by CAF partly reads;

    ‘Kindly note that Ghana FA has officially withdrawn from the Beach Soccer AFCON. Accordingly, the above mentioned two qualifying matches have been cancelled and Uganda is automatically qualified to the Final Tournament of Beach Soccer AFCON’

    The FUFA Communications Director Ahmed Hussein Confirmed the latest developments.

    ‘We have received communication form CAF in regard to the Beach Soccer Finals. FUFA National Teams Department will provide further guidance on the team camped in Njeru. However we also need to know that there is little time left as the tournament in in May this year. We were supposed t host the tournament in 2020 but passed on the opportunity back to CAF to find a replacement. Now we have the right to play at the Finals’

    Goalkeeper Nasser Lwamunda blocks a shot during training. Teh Sand Cranes have been in camp preparing for the qualifier against Ghana

    Uganda that started playing beach soccer in 2009, will make its maiden show at the tournament.

    • From the past-League action: Nkumba University’s Isaac Otto goes for an acrobatic kick during the Uganda Beach Soccer league game at Lido beach Entebbe Nkumba Beat KIU 8-1 With Otto scoring twice.

    About Beach Soccer and Futsal in Uganda

    16 Facts: Beach Soccer in Uganda

    • Beach Soccer was introduced in Uganda in 2009
    • National beach Soccer League (Men) started in 2010 at Lido Beach Entebbe
    • Uganda Beach Soccer Association (UBSA) became a member of FUFA in 2012
    • The Uganda  Women Beach Soccer League started in 2014
    • Uganda has close to 100 Beach soccer clubs (League and non-League teams).
    • Uganda Sand Cranes was formed in 2014 and made their maiden international bow in the same year against Zanzibar
    • The Chairman of Uganda Beach Soccer Association (UBSA) is Deo Mutabazi
    • Sand Cranes featured in AFCON Beach Soccer qualifiers- 2015, 2018 and 2020.
    • Sand Cranes has featured in the Copa Dar es Salaam tournament since 2017
    • Uganda has 4 FIFA Beach Soccer referees
    • Uganda has a CAF Beach Soccer Instructor Ali Mwebe
    • Uganda has 30 qualified National Coaches
    • FIFA Beach Soccer referee Ivan Kintu has officiated at 2 AFCON Beach Finals (2016 and 2018)
    • FUFA President is the Chairman of the CAF Futsal and Beach Soccer Committee
    • Three Ugandans are on the Africa Beach Soccer Union
    • Uganda has on off-shore beach soccer pitch at FUFA Technical Centre Njeru
  • Abdallah Mubiru: We understand the importance of the remaining two AFCON fixtures

    Abdallah Mubiru: We understand the importance of the remaining two AFCON fixtures

    TOTAL AFCON 2021 QUALIFIERS:

    Wednesday, 24th March 2021: Uganda Cranes Vs Burkina Faso – St Mary’s Stadium, Kitende

    29th March 2021: Malawi Vs Uganda Cranes – Blantyre

    Uganda Cranes Assistant Coach Abdallah Mubiru has hinted on the significance of the remaining two AFCON qualifiers; at home against Burkina Faso and away to Malawi.

    In an exclusive interview with www.fufa.co.ug at FUFA House, Mubiru has given the detailed catalogue of preparations, the anticipated approach of these double headers, returning players to the team fold as he rallied the fans to support the team at all times.

    Question: There are two important crucial games for Uganda Cranes against Burkina Faso (at home) and Malawi (away). How are the preparations going on?

    Abdallah Mubiru: The preparations started one and a half weeks ago as we have been engaged in private talks with each of the summoned players to help with the psychology. On Thursday, 18th March 2021, the players available (those who play in the StarTimes Uganda Premier League) and some foreign based players will gather together. There will be technical sessions with on field preparations on Saturday and Sunday before the whole group converges on Monday, 22nd March 2021 to embark on the technical approach of the game.

    Question: The home game against Burkina Faso is key in the qualification campaign with the second one coming up away to Malawi. How crucial are these two matches?

    Abdallah Mubiru: Both matches (at home against Burkina Faso and away to Malawi) are very important for the country, team, players and us the technical team. All these two matches are equally important. Whereas we need to seal the AFCON slot at home, the most crucial game will be against Malawi. Under all circumstances, the away game will be key. We need to get results from both games. I know, it will not be an easy game against Burkina Faso but we have the potential to get the positive results. The winning spirit of playing at home needs to be back. This was not visible in the last game played against South Sudan.

    Uganda Cranes head coach Abdallah Mubiru during the interview at FUFA Executive House in Mengo on Wednesday

    Question: How important is it to seal qualification at home?

    Abdallah Mubiru: Like I have already said, winning at home remains very pertinent and important. Winning against Burkina Faso at home will give us the confidence. This will motivate the team heading into the away contest against Malawi.

    Question: There are a couple of returning players on the team who had spent some time away? How fast will these players gel with the rest?

    Abdallah Mubiru: Players like Murushid Juuko, Yunus Ssentamu, Abdul Lumala, Mathias Kigonya, Daniel Isiagi and others are back in the National team set up after some period away.  They have been part of the National team and happy to be back in the set up. This is good news to the players. Everyone knows the abilities of these players. The entire Uganda Cranes group has a special bond and has always had the spirit to work together.

    Defender Murushid Juuko is one of the returning players to the national team fold
    L-R: Emmanuel Okwi, Joseph Benson Ochaya and Khalid Aucho celebrate a goal at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole. Aucho is suspended for home game against Burkina Faso

    Question: Midfielder Khalid Aucho was sent off in the last game against South Sudan in Nairobi. How is the technical team preparing to fill the void?

    Abdallah Mubiru: It is very sad that midfielder Khalid Aucho will not play against Burkina Faso because of suspension. He is a good player for the team and we shall miss him. We have able replacements like Moses Waiswa, Tadeo Lwanga and others.

    Question: How would you talk about the team’s transition process at this special timing?

    Abdallah Mubiru: This is a very crucial moment for us in terms of qualification again to the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament.

    However it is a very sensitive time for management to keep that spirit of qualification. About the transition, that is how  life goes. You reach a certain moment when you come and have to leave. This happens in football time over and again

    Question: FUFA entrusted the local coaches for these two crucial TOTAL AFCON qualifiers. How easy will it be a task for you?  

    Abdallah Mubiru: We have the confidence of delivering at this stage. There is a general perception in Ugandans doubting their own. We have strengths and limitations. People have to judge us by the strengths and not the limitations. It is not about myself, Charles Mbabazi and Fred Kajoba, but it will be a case of serving the country diligently and protecting the job. We are not the best coaches on the land but it is an honour that we were picked to present the local legion. We shall do all the preparations but the results belong to the mercy of God.

  • Women Football: FUFA holds consultative meeting with Club officials in preparation for resumption of league action

    Women Football: FUFA holds consultative meeting with Club officials in preparation for resumption of league action

    FUFA has on Wednesday held a consultative meeting with Women Football Club officials and also give an update about the restart of both the FUFA Women Super League (Top tier league) and the FUFA Women Elite League (2nd Division).

    The meeting held at Jevine Hotel in Lubaga saw Clubs and FUFA deliberate on a number of issues in regard to the various competitions on how they can resume bearing in mind the prevailing circumstances of COVID-19.

    A section of Club Officials who attended the meeting.

    FUFA Deputy CEO-Football, Decolas Kizza who represented FUFA 2nd Vice President, Darius Mugoye as the guest of honour at the function lauded officials for sustaining teams amidst the challenging economic environment.

    “As FUFA, we extend our sincere appreciation to clubs and owners for staying afloat despite going almost a year without any engagements. We do not take this for granted and we laud you for promoting the game of football,” he said in his opening remarks.

    FUFA Deputy CEO-Football Decolas Kiiza making a presentation during the meeting.

    “The purpose of this meeting is to see how competitions resume but bearing in mind that the principle of protecting health and wellbeing of everyone remains paramount as guided by FIFA. We have registered for International engagements for our national teams and therefore, to have players who are active domestically is important.

    FUFA has registered for 2022 Africa Women Cup of Nations Qualifiers, U20 FIFA Women’s World Cup Qualifiers and U17 FIFA Women’s World Cup Qualifiers.

    Ahead of the resumption of the FUFA Women Super League and FUFA Women Elite League, Ivan Kintu Bayige the FUFA Club Licensing Mananger confirmed that both licensing of clubs and the FUFA Clubs Pro Agenda will be effected prior to the start of the season.

    FUFA Club Licensing Manager Ivan Kintu Bayige.

    “As a requirement prior to the start of every season, FUFA must carry out Club Licensing and FUFA Clubs Pro Agenda as tools to help us attain professionalism. We are aware of the challenges especially in these COVID-19 times and some regulations have been loosened abit.” He said.

    Club Licensing covers five main aspects and these include;

    1. Sporting
    2. Administration and Personnel
    3. Finance
    4. Infrastructure
    5. Legal

    Some of the minimum requirements that must be adhered to both by teams in the first and second division include;

    Sporting

    • Each Club must have a certified coach. For the FUFA Women Super League, the minimum is CAF C and must be contracted while any grade will work for the FUFA Women Elite League.
    • A club is mandated to have an assistant coach. For this season, he/she may be contracted or not.
    • Clubs both in the FUFA Women Super League and the FUFA Women Elite League must have a medical officer.
    • Clubs in the FUFA Women Super League will be required to have a minimum of five players who are contracted.

    Administration and Personnel

    • Clubs in the FUFA Women Super League and FUFA Women Elite League must have CEOs. In the top division, CEOs must be contracted.

    Finance

    • Every Club will be required to have a finance officer who will monitor the club incomes and expenditure and also help in budgeting of clubs.
    • A marketing and Communication officer will also be a requirement for every club acros the two leagues.

    Infrastructure

    • It is a must for every club in the FUFA Women Super League to have a physical address(office) that is open regularly.
    • Clubs will also be required to have a match day field and a training ground.

    Legal

    • Clubs as a requirement must declare their ownership to FUFA.
    • Compliance to FUFA regulations is also a must for clubs to participate.
    • Clubs will also be required to show their constitutions prior to the start of the season.

    The FUFA Clubs Pro Agenda on the other hand covers 11 areas and this will be done per club a few days to the start of the new season.

    The 11 key Players in the Club Pro Agenda

    1- Goalkeeper-Structures

    2- Right-Back-Finances

    3- Left-Back-Medical

    4- Centre-Back-Facilities

    5- Libero-Stadium

    6- Central Midfield-Senior Team

    7- 7-Right Wing-Youth Set up

    8- Central Midfield-Marketing

    9- Forward-Fans

    10- Forward-Communications

    11- Left Wing-Event Management

    Update on 2021 Season

    FUFA Competitions Director, Hajatti, Aisha Nalule confirmed that the new season has been given a greenlight to resume after a year without action.

    However, due to the prevailing circumstances in regard to COVID-19, there have been changes in the playing format.

    “The FUFA Executive Meeting gae us the greenlight to resume Women Football competitions but within the guidelines of COVID-19. Therefore, there will be changes in the playing format with teams converging in one place unlike the home and away arrangement we have had in the past.” She said.

    FUFA Competitions Director, Hajjati Aisha Nalule

    Both the FUFA Women Super League and FUFA Women Elite League will be played in a tournament format.

    FUFA Women Super League

    The FUFA Women Super League kick-off date has been set for 11th April 2021 at FUFA Technical Centre.

    The 10 teams have been divided into two groups of five with the top two in each advancing to the Championship playoffs.

    Group A

    Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC

    Uganda Martyrs High School, Lubaga

    Kampala Queens

    Makerere University WFC

    Tooro Queens

    Group B

    UCU Lady Cardinals

    Olila WFC

    Lady Doves

    Isra Soccer Academy

    She Corporate WFC

    FUFA Women Elite League

    The FUFA Women Elite League League will be divided into four groups each of four teams with the leaders at the end of a round-robin qualifying to the Championship playoffs and determining the teams that will be promoted to the FUFA Women Super League.

    The groups are as follows;

    Group A

    Asubo Gafford Ladies

    Dynamic SS Jjeza

    King of Kings

    Luweero Giants FC

    Group B

    Rines WFC

    Town View SS

    Bunyaruguru Girls

    She Kataka

    Group C

    Ajax Queens

    Amuria High School

    St. Peters SS

    Vision WFC

    Group D

    Lango Queens

    She Maroons

    Echoes High School

    Wakiso Hills

    The FUFA Women Elite League is expected to kick-off on 2nd May 2021.

    FUFA will cater for accommodation, feeding and testing costs while the teams are at FUFA Technical Centre.

    Each team will be allocated 20 slots, of which a minimum of 16 must be players while one of the officials must be a female.

    Only one group will be accommodated at the FUFA Technical Centre at a time and will leave once their games are finished to create space for another team.

  • FUFA Rewards Hippos team with $ 160,000

    FUFA Rewards Hippos team with $ 160,000

    Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) has rewarded the national U-20 team (Hippos) with a total kitty of $ 160,000.

    This was officially announced by the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo during a welcome luncheon held at Imperial Golf View Hotel in Entebbe.

    The Hippos were rewarded for finishing second during their debut AFCON U-20 tournament hosted by Mauritania, falling 2-0 to champions Ghana.

    Eng. Magogo was flanked by the first FUFA Vice President Justus Mugisha, Executive Committee members Rogers Mulindwa, Hamid Juma and Chrizestom Kalibala, FUFA Deputy CEO – Football Decolas Kiiza, delegates and other FUFA staff.

    He congratulated the entire team for the remarkable feat, tagging it as work in progress before he announced the $160,000 token.

    Uganda Hippos Captain Garvin Kizito Mugweri hands over an autographed jersey to Eng. Moses Magogo

    ‘As FUFA, we set ourselves a vision to be the number one footballing nation in Africa on and off the field of play. We are very ambitious. We are very happy and not disappointed at all. There is an element of humanity and reality that we must accept. We achieved by qualifying for the first ever AFCON finals tournament. Even the best sprinter in the world started by crawling. For us as FUFA, it remains work in progress as country. As players, you are in the development stages. This should draw more appetite. FUFA has a very proper strategy to achieve the results. I want to appreciate the FUFA Youth development officer Bashir Mutyaba who has overseen that youth competitions are very organized. I also thank the clubs that have given the youth players a chance to play. Football is a process and not an event. The senior team has to play at the FIFA World Cup. To the players, keep your heads high.’ Eng Magogo stated.

    Some of the FUFA Executive Committee members with the Uganda U-20 Team

    FUFA First Vice President Justus Mugisha was full of praises for the team, hinting to the Tunisian massacre in the semi-final as the most sweet victory.

    ‘I want to thank the players for the special performance while at the AFCON U-20 in Mauritania. You showed class, determination and character. I am very happy and was extremely overwhelmed for the 4-1 victory in the semi-finals against Tunisia. This was the best football played’ Mugisha disclosed.

    Leader of delegation Rogers Mulindwa saluted the efforts of the Federation, all the players, technical team and all the support staff for the collective responsibility.

    FUFA Executive Committee member Rogers Mulindwa shares a light moment with Eng. Moses Magogo

    ‘I thank all the parties at play that joined the hands together to achieve this success. We were a team committed to achieve. The initial target was to get out of the group stages and we made it. We believed in ourselves and made it. In 6 matches played, we won three man of the match accolades, scored 8 goals and conceded 5 with 4 wins. We got the only hattrick of the tournament, the top scorer, silver medals, two players and coach in the CAF team of the tournament and the CAF Fair play award. I also thank the FUFA management led by the president Eng. Moses Magogo and Sunset Hotel in Mauritania where the team was accommodated’ Mulindwa stated.

    The three Uganda U-20 players who won the man of match accolades at AFCON U-20
    Uganda U-20 head coach Morley Byekwaso

    Head coach Morley Byekwaso lauded the players for the commitment, discipline as he pleaded with FUFA for more opportunities to work with this current crop of players.

    ‘I wish to thank these players for the commitment, discipline and hard work. We learnt a lot of positive things from this tournament. I request FUFA to grant me the opportunity to work with these players in future. To the players, do not go out and mess with life. Respect the elders and learn from the young ones’ Byekwaso stated.

    FUFA has offered the team $160,000 that will be shared amongst all the contingent that made the trip to Mauritania.

    The Uganda U-20 team players who played in Mauritania