Uganda Women Football Association (UWFA) has donated trophies and balls to FUFA regions across the country.
This happened during the International Women’s Day at FUFA Special Interest Group offices in Lungujja as special support to women football development for Regional Football Associations (RFA).
Each club received two balls and the distribution was done through their Uganda Women Football delegates to the Region Football Associations.
John Chrizestom Kalibala, the FUFA Executive member who represented the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo noted that the federation has decided to empower grass root women football through Regional Football Associations both financially and logistically.
UWFA Executive Committee members
This is because football can only be developed from the grassroots. He asked the delegate to start identifying how the regional league will kick off during this pandemic era.
Chairperson of Uganda Women Football Association Margret Kubingi applauded FUFA for the gesture as the exercise empowers them to improve football development in line with FUFA’s Vision to be the number one football Nation in Africa on and off the field.
Kalibala hands over a ball and trophy to Margret KubingiIt was all excitement as UWFA donated balls and trophies to the regions
‘The distribution of these trophies and balls is timely for regions to start preparations for the new season. Some of the regions here did not even have a ball to train with for the new season. We thank FUFA for this great gesture towards football development. This support will really make a difference’ remarked Kubingi.
Ayub Khalifan stresses a point
Owk .Florence Nkulubo agreed with colleagues that many region football competitions are excited with the donation Uganda Women Football Association has made.
‘The regions now see returns of their contribution to Women football activities. Instead of restraining the little resources looking for competition trophies and buying your own balls to play with, it is a way of FUFA paying back’ noted Kitara Region women foot ball delegate Diana Kaboha.
After a successful display of great football in their maiden tournament, the Uganda U20 team fell to West African giants Ghana in the Final by 2-0 at the Stade Olympique in Nouakchott on Saturday night.
Despite dominating the opening 15 minutes of the Total AFCON U20 final game, the Hippos conceded in the 21st and 50th minutes of the game with goals coming from Ghanaian captain Daniel Afriyie Barnieh who later named Man of the Match and Player of the Tournament.
Uganda Hippos forward Richard Basangwa (Yellow) in action
Tournament top scorer Derrick Kakooza had a chance to hand Uganda the lead inside five minutes of the match but his looping ball went over the bar. Substitute Ivan Bogere and Ivan Eyam also got opportunities inside the goal area but their efforts were not timed well.
Midfilder Ivan Asaba with the ball during the Final. He was a menace to the Ghanaians as he was tracked from opening whistle till when he went off in the second half.
‘We wanted to get an early lead in the first minutes but we failed to convert our chances. The boys lost concentration upfront. Ghana had the better experience than us. The champions used their chances and took the day’ daid Head Coach Byekwaso during the post-match press conference.
Striker Derrick Kakooza emerged as the 2021 Total AFCON U20 top scorer with 5 goals. He was rewarded with an accolade.
Uganda Hippos striker Derrick Kakooza receiving the Top Scorer’s accolade
Awards
The Hippos won the Tournament Fair Play Award.
Left Back Aziizi Kayondo and Derrick Kakooza were named in the team of the Tournament while Head coach Byekwaso was picked as the best coach of the Tournament.
‘I am privileged to win the top scorer’s accolade, it wasn’t my own effort but for the whole team. I thank God for it and it has given me the courage to work hard for the best in my career’ said Derrick Kakooza after receiving the Top Scorer’s Award
The Hippos ended the tournament with 8 goals scored and conceding 5 from the 6 games played.
Uganda Hippos Captain Gavin Kizito receiving the Fair Play Award
Isma Mugulusi (shirt 10), Aziizi Kayondo (shirt 3) and Derrick Kakooza (shirt 20) are the three players that managed to win Man of the Match accolade against Mozambique, Mauritania and Tunisia respectively.
Uganda Hippos XI that started against Ghana in the Final; Back Row-L-R: Jack Komakech, Musa Ramathan, Richard Basangwa, Kenneth Semakula, Derrick Kakooza, and captain Gavin Kizito Mugweri. Front Row: Aziizi Kayondo, Steven Sserwadda, Ivan Asaba, Isma Mugulusi and Bobosi Byaruhanga.
The 2021 AFCON U20 Tournament in Mauritania will climax on Saturday night (11pm EAT) with the Uganda Hippos battling Ghana in the historical final at the Olympique Stadium in Nouakchott.
While at the Pre-Match Press Conference, Hippos Head Coach Morley Byekwaso believes it is time for his team to accomplish the mission by winning the trophy.
‘It has been a long journey to the final. We have gone through many challenges but we remained strong and victorious. Calmness is the key to our victories since the beginning and we have no pressure. We shall only be fighting to become champions. Ghana is good but we believe in ourselves and ready to challenge them. Like we have been playing in the previous games, we shall bring out what we are best at doing naturally. We expect a very tough match but it is for us to accomplish our mission by winning the trophy’ said Byekwaso.
Hippos Head Coach Morley Byekwaso at the Pre-Match Press Conference on Friday
‘We are not under pressure. We know that if we are fit, we can take on any challenge that comes our way. We are fit and ready to face Ghana. We believe in our selves and we shall come out as victors in the final.’ noted Hippos captain Gavin Kizito during the Pre-Match Press Conference
Hippos captain Gavin Kizito at the Pre-Match Press Conference
The match will be played at 8:00pm (11:00pm E.A.T)
Road to the Final
Group A Stage matches
Uganda 2-0 Mozambique
Cameroon 0-1 Uganda
Mauritania 1-2 Uganda
Quarterfinals
Uganda 0(5)-0(3) Burkina Faso.
Semifinals
Uganda 4-1 Tunisia
Uganda U20 striker Derrick Kakooza is the leading top scorer of the tournament with 5 goals followed by Ghanaian Preciuos Boah with 3 goals.
The technical team in charge of the Senior Men’s National Team has on Friday summoned a total of 31 players that will feature in the final two 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualification games against Malawi and Burkina Faso.
Abdallah Mubiru, the Uganda Cranes assistant coach together with coach Livingstone Mbabazi named the team on Friday morning in a brief function held at FUFA Complex, Mengo.
Uganda Cranes assistant coach Abdallah Mubiru.
Mubiru confirmed that the team will enter residential camp on 18th March at the Cranes Paradise Hotel.
‘The team will enter residential camp on 18th March 2021 at Cranes Paradise Hotel to prepare for Burkina Faso and Malawi.’
Coach Abdallah Mubiru and Livingstone Mbabazi
The team comprise of four goalkeepers, ten defenders, eleven midfielders and six forwards.
Two players from the Uganda Hippos (U20) who are currently playing at the Africa U20 Cup of Nations in Mauritania have been included on the team named today.
These are captain Garvin Mugweri Kizito and midfielder Bobosi Byaruhanga.
Uche Ikpeazu Mubiru who features for Wycombe Wanders in the English Championship is also part of the team. Despite earning calls previously, this will be his first team to be part of the squad.
Uche Ikpeazu Mubiru(Left) in action
Uganda is second in group B on seven points and will face leaders Burkina Faso on 24th March in Kampala before ending the campaihn away against Malawi.
At the same function, FUFA Communications Director, Ahmed Hussein launched the tag line for the home against Burkina Faso.
FUFA Communications Director, Ahmed Hussein
This is translated in four languages namely; English, Luganda, Runyakitara and Luo.
English- Seal it
Luganda- Tukiggale
Runyakitara – Tukimalirize
Luo- Opung Wie Oko
“The Uganda Cranes are still in contention for qualification to 2021 AFCON and we believe this can be achieved in the penultimate game against Burkina Faso at home. The purpose of the this message to call upon fans to rally behind the team and support them from home because no fans are allowed in the stadium at the moment.’ He said.
Full Squad summoned
Goalkeepers:
Dennis Onyango (Mamelodi Sundowns, South Africa), Jamal Salim (Al Hilal, Sudan), Charles Lukwago(KCCA FC-Uganda), Kigonya Mathias ( Azam FC- Tanzania)
Defenders:
Mugabi Bevis (Motherwell FC- Scotland), Kizza Mustapha (DC Montreal- USA), Ronald Mukiibi(Ostersunds FK, Sweden), Nico Wakiro Wadada (Azam, Tanzania), Timothy Denis Awany (Sport Club Ironi, Ashdod, Israel), Joseph Ochaya (TP Mazembe, Democratic Republic of Congo), Lwaliwa Halid (Vipers SC-Uganda), Elvis Bwomono (Southend United, England), Juuko Murushid (Express FC-Uganda), Kizito Mugweri Gavin (SC Villa- Uganda)
Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) has issued a statement on the status of fans/spectators at football matches through a circular No.1129, dated 4th March 2021 (FUFA/C/03/21).
The circular, is also accompanied by the FUFA COVID-19 regulations, signed by the Deputy CEO – Football Decolas Kiiza Hantali.
Following Government’s directive to allow phased resumption of sports activities including football, FUFA issued the FUFA COVID-19 regulations to guide on all FUFA organised and authorised competitions.
These regulations were further enhanced by circular 1126 (fans at football matches).
It has come to the attention of FUFA that the Regulations and circular 1126 are not being observed to the letter.
FUFA therefore wishes to warn all entities responsible for the management and organisation of FUFA organised and authorised competitions.
For emphasis, the following are the basic COVID-19 Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) at all such Competitions: –
There shall be no spectators/fans unless with written authority from FUFA.
All players, technical officers, match officials and organisers in zones 1 and 2 must possess COVID-19 Negative test result.
The following people must be named for any particular match by the home team or match organisers: –
Team Medical Liaison Officer
Team Hygiene Implementation Officer
Team Safety and Security Officer
The following must be observed at the venue: –
Everyone putting on a face mask covering the nose and mouth
Water and soap for handwashing at places convenient to the people in the Stadium
Sanitisers
Social distancing (2 metres apart)
Upto 200 season ticket holders only may be allowed in the stadium at any particular match.
The team must make a report to the FUFA CEO immediately after the match/competition.
Teams/clubs are advised to desist from advertising their matches/competitions as the Government is yet to authorise spectators/fans at sports events.
The Total AFCON U20 final has been decided. Uganda and Ghana will contest for the top honours on Saturday 6th March in Muaritania. Many fans and high profile figures in Uganda have followed the tournament. The 4-1 for Uganda U20 over Tunisia sent the social media platforms buzzing with little space left to breath as the Hippos strolled heavily over their North African opponents.
The President of the Republic of Uganda HE Yoweri Kaguta Museveni with 2.1 Million followers was among those to congratulate the team.
‘Congratulations to the #UgandaHippos for that emphatic victory against Tunisia which gives us a shot at the trophy in the #AFCONU20 finals. Your country is solidly behind you!
The First Lady who is the Minister of Education and Sports alos sent her message to the team on her twitter handle.
‘Hearty congratulations to the Uganda Hippos upon reaching the finals of #TotalAFCONU20 .This is the first time to play in this tournament and we have reached this far. Keep up the good fight and we shall bring the trophy home’
The Speaker of Parliament RT. Hon Rebecca Kadaga Alitwala posted on her twitter handle in ecstasy.
On behalf of Uganda Parliament, I congratulate the HIPPOS for thier sterling performance at the U20, reaching the semi – finals of Afcon, Boys we are nearly there! GO UGANDANS Go!
The FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo who is MP elect Budiope East kept it simple and precise.
It is not the win but how and against who!! Yes it is: #TotalAFCONU20 Semi Final Uganda 4 vs Tunisia 1 Football is not an event, It is a process It is Our Game, It is Our Country.
FUFA President’s tweet after Uganda beat Tunisia 4-1 to qualify for the Final.
Minister of State for Sports Hon Hamson Obua
Uganda Cranes Captain Dennis Onyango congratulated the boys. Prior to the match he sent a message of good luck to the Hippos
KCCA FC Chairman Martic Ssekajja has an array of wonderful players on the team
Former Presidential Candidate (20216) Kizza Besigye had a moment to congratulate the Hippos
League Champions Vipers SC also had a message for the Hippos. Richard Basangwa who opened the floodgates for the goals on the night plays for the Venoms.
Experienced journalist Usher Komugisha also congratulated the youngsters while a fan Bumari Innocent had a word too.
Uganda U20 Team Skipper Gavin Kizito
A light moment from a fan Oscar Juniors on Facebook about the 200,000 USD promised to the team as winning bonuses.
A message from National Council of Sports
Aldrine Nsubuga-seasoned opinion writer on football
Henry Thierry Musabe has witnessed the growth and playing career of most of the boys on the Uganda U20 team.
Debutants Uganda U20 Team- the Hippos are in the final of the Total AFCON U20 after a well drilled 4-1 win over Tunisia 4-1 at Stade Cheikha Ould Boïdiya in Mauritania.
Striker Derrick Kakooza recorded the first hattrick of the tournament hitting the back of the net in the 36th, 50th and 73rd minutes.
Before the final Head coach Morley Byekwaso has said a the Pre-mathc Press Conference that winning had become part of his teams DNA while FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo asked the players to go and eat Grass for 90 minutes against Tunisia.
The youngsters, many of them (20 out of 25 products of the FUFA Juniors League started in 2015) listened to the two statements very well on Sunday ahead of the semifinal clash.
Uganda Hippos starting Lineup: Back Row; Jack Komakeck, Musa Ramathan, Richard Basangwa, Kenneth Semakula, Derrick Kakooza and Captain Gavin Kizito. Front Row; Aziizi Kayondo, Steven Sserwadda, Isma Mugulusi, Najib Yiga and Bobosi Byaruhanga
Police FC’s Derrick Kakooza netted a hat-trick-the first if the entire tournament while Richard Basangwa gave the Hippos the early lead on five minutes for the match to end 4-1 as Uganda stormed the final to face Ghana who ejected Gambia 1-0 in the other semifinal.
Do you watt to try our celebrations? Goal scorers Derrick Kakooza (left) and Richard Basangwa celebrating
It will be a repeat of the 1978 Nations Cup Final when the two teams faced off but at senior level. Ghana won 2-0 in Kumasi. This time round the final is in a different country and for a junior tournament.
Except for the game against Cameroon where they lost 1-0, the Hippos have been enjoying such moments in every game they have played in Mauritania. The celebration in this photo is from Monday’s 4-1 semifinal win over Tunisia
The match had enough highlights ranging from Basangwa’s early goal to Isma Mugulusi’s well struck shot that hit the crossbar just before halftime. The first half three goals including Tunisia’s strike but the attention was on how Basangwa coolly controlled the ball in the penalty area for Uganda’s opener before he set up Derrick Kakooza for his first of the three goals on the night.
Tunisia Defender Adam Karim Benlamine pulled back the consolation goal in the 39th minute.
Hippos Head Coach Morley Byekwaso was forced to make a first-half substitution after midfielder Najib Yiga suffered a groin injury. He was replaced by Ivan Bogere.
Halftime ended 2-1 in favour of Uganda.
After the break, Tunisia piled a lot of pressure on Hippos with raid after raid but the Hippos never lost their shape in team formation and play. Bobosi Byaruhanga who was at CHAN in Cameoroon this year but never played in the tournament, bright out all the experience he learnt during the camp with a million dollar long range pass over the Tunisian defence to spot out Kakooza who headed over goalkeeper Damergy for Uganda to lead 3-1. At this stage Uganda took control of the game but were yearning for more on the night as they also stuck to their game plan that has characterized their style of play with accurate passing, relentless pressing, never give up attitude and desire to win.
Defender Kenneth SSemakula made a monster clearance off the line in the second half.
The Hippos goal poacher Kakooza was named Man of the Match and he is the leading top scorer of the tournament with five goals followed by Ghanaian Percious Boah with three goals.
Kakooza was named Total Man of the Match.
Derrick Kakooza with his Man of the Match accolade
‘We spent days focusing on how to stop the Tunisians. It was easy for us but God was on our side. We tried to prevent them from possessing the ball. It was challenging to play against one of the Africa strongest teams but our game plan worked for us’ said Hippos Head Coach Morley Byekwaso
Uganda Hippos will play Ghana in the Final on Saturday 6th March 2021 at the Stade Olympque in Nouakchott.
This is the third time both teams are meeting in U20 competition. They played each other in the AFCON U20 Qualifiers in 2012 where the Hippos won 3-1 at home before losing 3-0 away in Ghana during the 2nd leg.
MAIN PHOTO: Derrick Kakooza celebrating his first goal of the day against Tunisia
The history makers Uganda U20 TeamHippos will be back in action on Monday night for the semifinal match against Tunisia at the ongoing Total AFCON U20 tournament in Mauritania.
Uganda is playing at the tournament for the first time and the Hippos have continued to showcase resilience, strong character and beautiful football for good results.
Another task awaits the Hippos at the next stage after ejecting Burkina Faso on penalties in the Quarterfinals.
While attending the Pre-Match Press Conference on Sunday afternoon, the Hippos head Coach Morley Byekwaso made it clear that he wants winning to be part of his players’ DNA as he looks forward to the last four stage clash against the North African opponents.
‘We have come a long way to this stage. Believing in ourselves and working together as a team has been key to our progress. Winning games at this level has now become part of our DNA and we hope to put up a strong fight against Tunisia to qualify for the final‘ said Byekwaso.
Uganda Hippos Head Coach Morley Byekwaso during the Pre Match Press Conference on Sunday
‘Any team at this level can win the championship. We respect our opponents but we are more than ready to face any strong side on the continent’ added Byekwaso.
The Team Captain Garvin Kizito Mugweri called on his teammates to continue with the fight.
‘We want to keep playing well as we continue making history. We are a strong force because of the bonding in the team. The next match is very important as we want to perform well’ noted Kizito who has grown through the ranks starting with the Uganda U17 team.
Tunisia eliminated Morocco in the quarterfinals on penalties just like the Hippos did against Burkina Faso.
Uganda Hippos has scored 4 goals in their match to the Semifinals and conceded 2 goals so far while Tunisia has netted 3 goals and let in 2 goals since the beginning of the tournament.
The match will be played at Stade de Olympique in Nouakchott on Moday 1st March 2021 at 7:30pm (10:30pm E.A.T)
The Uganda Cubs (U-17) National Team head Coach Hamza Lutalo has named the final 25 man squad for the Total U-17 AFCON that will be played between 13th-31st March in Morocco.
The Cubs were pooled in group A in the draws of the tourney held on Wednesday. They will face off with Morocco, Ivory Coast and Zambia
The contingent will fly out today at 3pm aboard Ethiopian Airways.
FUFA Executive Committee Member Agnes Mugena is the Leader of Delegation for the period the team will camp in Morocco before they get into the CAF designated facilities.
Rogers Byamukama-another Executive Member will take over the roles of Leader of Delegation when the tournament proper kicks off. Full Contingent
Leader of Delegation: Agnes Mugena
Head Coach: Hamuza Lutalo
Assistant Coach:Ssenyondo Brian
Goalkeeper coach: Kiberu Mubarak
Team Manager: Mutyaba Bashir
Team Doctor: Lule Micheal
Media Officer: Bwanika Lawrence
Kits Manager: Damba Noah Veron
Goalkeepers Magada Abdu (Busoga United FC JT), Mwebe Henry (Express FC JT), Oyirwoth Humphrey (Express FC JT), Kamya Shamulan (Bright Stars FC JT)
Defenders Mulema Vincent (Kyetume FC JT), Mungufeni Yabezi (Matete Comprehensive Seed), Ibrahim Juma (KCCA FC SA), Luyima Enock (Volf SA), Nsambu Lloyd Tendo (Metz FC U17, France), Gava Peter (Express FC JT), Madoi Ronald (Wakiso Giants FC JT), Mukisa Simon (KCCA FC SA)
Midfielders Irinimbabazi Ivan (Bright Stars FC JT),Jemba Abudshakur Ramsey (Isra SA), Alafi Ceasor (Matete Comprehensive Seed), Mutyaba Travis (Vipers SC JT), Ssekajugo Elvis (Bright Stars FC JT), Mutebi Hakim (St Henrys College-Kitovu), Mwanje Elvis Eddy (KCCA FC SA)
Forwards Magogo Shafiq (KCCA FC SA), Mubiru Hassan (Express FC JT), Mawa Oscar (KCCA FC SA), Jumbe Fahad (Vipers SC JT), Bugembe Issa (Bright Stars FC JT), Mukiibi Marvin (Wakiso Giants FC).
Key points as per current status and requirements for FBL Clubs ahead of new season
Tentative kickoff date for StarTimes Big League is 18th March 2021.
Mandatory Covid Tests for players and technical team.
Hosting of fans shall be granted upon written request but subject to approval by FUFA
Two rounds (home and away format) will be played
All FBL players must be contracted
32 man Squad per team
12 of the 16 clubs have undergone Clubs Pro Agenda programme
Clubs Pro Agenda to be oraginsed for Gadafi FC, Calvary FC, Luwero United, Teraazo and Tiles
Two clubs Tooro FC, Terrazo and Tiles have not submitted any requirements in line with Club Licensing. The two teams have until 3rd March to beat the new grace period.
Head Coaches and their Assistants must hold CAF C Licenses
Teams will be groups under Brand names Rwenzori and Elgon
The greens lights are on. Teams are ready. Players and fans are itching to see FUFA Big League action back.
Following a decsion by the FUFA Executive Committee on the resumption of five more competitions including the 2nd Tier League (Big League), preparatory meetings are now in top gear for kick off of various leagues.
FUFA held a consultative meeting with StarTimes FUFA Big League clubs on Friday morning at Jevine Hotel, Kampala in preparation for the forthcoming season.
FBL Club officials listen attentively during the meeting today
At the meeting, the FUFA 2nd Vice President Darius Mugoye called upon all the football stakeholders especially the Big League officials to embrace the FUFA Vision of; To Become the Number One Football Nation in Africa on and off the pitch.
FUFA 2nd Vice President Darius Mugoye addressing the FBL Club Officials
‘We cannot do that alone without your contribution. After the return of StarTimes Uganda Premier League, the FUFA Executive has made strides to ensure that other competitions resume’ said Mugoye who represented FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo at the function.
The Chairman FUFA Competitions committee Hamid Juma cautioned Club officials to pay attention to avoid being caught on the wrong of the regulations during this Covid-19 era.
FUFA Competitions Committee Chairman Hamid Juma
Several subjects were highlighted including the Covid-19 guidelines by the FUFA Deputy CEO-Football Decolas Kiiza, Competitions Director Hajat Aisha Nalule who briefed the officials on the player transfer and registration while the FUFA Club Licensing Manager Ivan Kintu Bayige emphasized on the Club licensing.
FUFA Deputy CEO-Services Humphrey Mandu who is a CAF Security Officer cautioned clubs to have proper security plans as he also highlighted the importance of the Regional General Secretaries.
Sserubiri Edrisa of Luwero Unted FC contributing during the meeting proline FC Delegation Hussein Kato and Asuman Bakshi at Jvenine Hotel for the meeting FUFA Club Licensing Manager Ivan Kintu Bayige presenting durig the session
Gadafi FC CEO Paul Mukembo Nandala Nasur of Kataka FC Adebo David of Calvary FC
The tentative kickoff date the StarTimes FUFA Big League is 18th March 2021.
FUFA Big League Groups 2020/21 season
RWENZORI GROUP
1. Luwero United
2. Tooro United
3. Nyamityobora
4. Kigezi homeboyz
5. Proline FC
6. Water FC
7. Ndejje University
8. Tiles & Terrazzo FC
ELGON GROUP
1. Arua Hill FC
2. Calvary FC
3. Paidah black angels
4. Maroons FC
5. Kiboga Young FC
6. Kataka FC
7. Blacks Power FC (Fromerly Bukedea Town Council)
The Uganda U20 National Team is through to the semifinals at the ongoing Africa U20 Cup of Nations in Mauritania.
The Hippos overcame Burkina Faso in the quarter finals on Thursday on kicks from the penalty mark after normal time had ended in a barren stalemate.
A closely contested encounter saw no goals produced between the two sides both in normal time of 90 minutes and 30minutes of extra time. The two sets of players were matched pound for pound befor the match was decided on penalties.
The result means that the youngsters are edging closer to the USD 200,000 (UGX740M) winning cash prize promised by FUFA if they win the tournament.
Uganda Hippos players celebrating after defeating Burkina Faso in Quaterfinals
The Hippos nick name for Uganda U-20 team defended resiliently and worked as a unit in the other departments to make sure victory was finally delivered.
Goalkeeper Jack Komakech was the hero in the penalty shoot out when he saved Yacoub’s kick from the spot-the first attempt for the Burkinabes.
For Uganda, all the players that were selected converted their efforts to help the team win 5-3.
Derrick Kakooza who has scored two goals at the tournament so far led the way sending the goalkeeper the wrong.
Steven Serwadda (Yellow) in action
He was followed by Joseph Kizza Bukenya then Najib Yiga and Ivan Bogere who all came on as substitutes.
Defender Kenneth Ssemakula did the icing on the cake with the final take that crawled past the Burkinabe goalkeeper.
Richard Basangwa taking on Burkina Faso defender
Uganda will now face the winner between Tunisia and Morocco in the semifinals.
Uganda Hippos Team that started against Burkina Faso (L-R: Back Row- Jack Komakech, Musa Ramathan, Richard Basangwa, Sam Ssenyonjo, Kenneth Semakula and Gavin Kizito (C), Front Row- Azizi Kayondo, Isma Mugulusi, Steven Sserwadda, Ivan Asaba and Bobosi Byaruhanga
Uganda Hippos will play their first-ever quarterfinal match at the ongoing AFCON U20 tournament in Mauritania against west African opposition Burkina Faso on Thursday evening.
The Hippos tactician Morley Byekwaso believes his players have gone through enough tests playing against the hosts Mauritania, Mozambique and Cameroon during the Group stage.
While attending the Pre- Match Press Conference at the Stade Cheikha Boidiya on Wednesday, Byekwaso stated that his team has no pressure and has played under all situations during the group matches.
He further promised an interesting and attacking style of football from his team.
‘Burkina Faso is a strong Team but we have gone through all the tests and challenges in our group games. We are facing a new team that is physical but we are like a wounded lion. We have lost and won, there is nothing to lose but to give out what we are naturally capable of doing. It will be an interesting match for both teams. We shall play more attacking football to have the best results from the match.’ Said Byekwaso.
Uganda Hippos Head Coach Morley Byekwaso during the Pre-Match Press Conference
Uganda Hippos finished Group A in the second place with 6 points from 3 matches (Uganda Hippos 2-0 Mozambique, Cameroon 1-0 Uganda Hippos and Mauritania 1-2 Uganda Hippos) while Burkina Faso won 2 matches and drew 1 in the three games played in group B.
The winner between Uganda Hippos and Burkina Faso will meet the winner between Morocco and Tunisia in the semifinals.
The FUFA Executive has authorised the kickoff of the FUFA 2nd Division League (StarTimes FUFA Big League), FUFA Women Super League, FUFA Women Elite League, the Stanbic Uganda Cup and The FUFA Drum.
The communication is in a circular No. 1128 dated, FUFA/C/01/21 and signed off by the FUFA Deputy CEO- Football Kiiza Decolas Hantali.
The circular reads;
In compliance with the Government of Uganda directives and guidelines on COVID-19 pandemic, the CAF & FIFA COVID-19 protocols, and the FUFA COVID-19 Regulations, FUFA will issue comprehensive guidelines to be adhered to by the respective competitions entities to safeguard the health of all the stakeholders involved.
The FUFA Competitions Directorate and the FUFA Drum Committee will soon release the schedule of events and formats to be followed during the respective Competitions.
FUFA wishes to call upon all stakeholders to understand the sporting spirit behind the delayed kick-off of these competitions and appreciate any format changes that may be suggested in this regard.
Meanwhile the FUFA Executive will guide on other competitions as the Covid 19 situation improves.
It was another fantastic weekend for a number of Ugandan foreign based players in the diaspora as they registered different results.
Towering defender Martin Mpuuga had a debut in the Kenya Premier League at Western Stima.
Western Stima lost at home 3-2 to Kakamega Home Boys.
The former SC Victoria University, KCCA and Maroons defender featured full time with another home boy Isaac Mweru Doca, formerly at Express and lately MYDA.
Forward William Wadri grabbed a brace as his Bandari FC side beat AFC Leopards 2-1 at home.
Former Friends of Football (FOF), SC Villa and KCCA goalkeeper Benjamin Ochan was in goal for AFC Leopards.
AFC Leopards XI
Defender Yusuf Mukisa was not in Nairobi City FC’s match day squad as they beat Zoo 2-1 at home.
Goalkeeper Yasin Mugabi kept a clean sheet as his Red Arrows FC side beat Green Buffaloes 3-0 at home in a Zambia Super League duel.
Left back Shafiq Batambuze played full time as his Kabwe Warriors side drew 2-2 at Green Eagles.
Shafiq Batambuze (third from left) in action in Zambia
Custodian James Alitho was not in the match day squad as his Zanaco FC side won 3-1 at Indeni.
Elsewhere in Turkey, Miya Farouk started before paving way for Daci in the 64th minute as his Konyaspor side beat Yeni Malatyaspor 3-2 on the road.
In Sudan, custodian Salim Jamal was an unused substitute as his Al Hilal Omdurman side beat Al Khartoum 4-0.
In the Scottish Premier League, Bevis Mugabi was not in the match day squad as his Motherwell FC lost 3-0 at home to St. Johnstone.
In the Portuguese Segunda, Alex Kakuba did not make the match day squad as his CD Cova Piedade drew 1-1 at home against Chaves.
In the Primus Premier League in Burundi, midfielder Allan Brian Kiiza played full time while defender Mugisha Steven was an unused substitute as their Le Messanger Ngozi side drew 1-1 at Bumamura.
Meanwhile defender Joseph Othieno played full time as his Musongati FC lost 2-0 at Rukinzo in Burundi.
In the Danish Premier League, Moses Opondo played full time as his Odense FC drew goalless at Horsens.
Robert Kakeeto started before being substituted for Kusk in the 61st minute as his Aalborg FC lost 2-0 at home to defending champions Midtjylland.
In the Egyptian Premier League, Emmanuel Okwi was an unused substitute as his Al Ittihad side lost 3-1 at home to Aswan SC.
Allan Kyambadde wasn’t in the match day squad due to a groin injury as his El Gouna FC side lost 3-2 to Arab Contractors.
Khalid Aucho was not in the match day squad as his Misr Le Makasa side beat Wadi Degla 3-1 at home.
In the Ethiopian Premier League, Yassar Mugerwa wasn’t in the match day squad due to a knock in his knee as his Sidama Bunna lost 1-0 at Jimma Aba Jifar.
Defender Isaac Isinde played full time as his Hadiya Hossana side drew goalless at Ethiopia Bunna.
In the South Africa Premier League, Moses Waiswa was an unused substitute as his Supersport United side drew 1-1 at Kaizer Chiefs.
Custodian Ismail Watenga wasn’t in the match day squad as his Chippa United side drew 1-1 against TS Galaxy.
In the South African second division, Daniel Isiagi featured as his Jomo Cosmos side lost 3-0 at Polokwane.
In the Swedish Svenska Cupen, Alex Bbakka wasn’t in the match day squad as his Umea FC side beat Kalmar 2-1 on the road.
Still in the same competition, defender Ronald Mukiibi played 87 minutes before coming off for Awad while Isak Ssewankambo played full time as their Ostersunds FK beat Landskrona 3-0 on the road.
In the Tanzania Premier League, goalkeeper Cleo Ssetuba started as well as Joseph Zziwa as their Biashara Mara beat Ruvu Shooting 3-0.
Joseph Zziwa in action for Biashara Mara
Jackson Kibirige started on the bench as his Kagera Sugar lost 3-0 at KMC.
Boban Zirintusa was not in the match day squad as as his Mtibwa Sugars lost 1-0 at Young Africans.
In Algeria, Allan Okello came off the bench as his Paradou AC beat Medea 2-1.
In the Morocco Botola Pro League, Patrick Kaddu started and was taken off in the 41st minute for Aoufir as his Youssoufia Berrechid side beat Fus Rabat 2-1.
Nelson Ssenkatuka wasn’t in the match day squad as his Mogreb Tetouan lost 3-1 to Olympique De Safi.
Burly forward Karl Mubiru Ikpeauzi played for 85 minutes before paving way for Muskwe in the championship in Wycombe Wanderers’ goal-less draw at Millwall.
Meanwhile, Jordan Obita, teammate for Mubiru played full time for the “Chairboys”.
In the English League 2, Elvis Bwomono played full time and also saw yellow in the 83rd minute as his Southend FC lost 1-0 at Bolton.
Meanwhile, Jayden Onen played full time as his Reading U23 side lost 3-1 at Stoke City U23.
Elsewhere in the Germany Bundesliga 2, Herbert Bochorn started and was taken off at the start of second half in the 46th minute as his Bochum side lost 1-0 at Aue.
Finally in the CAF Confederation cup, left back Fred Nkata was on the bench as his Gor Mahia FC side drew 2-2 at Napsa Stars to miss out on the lucrative group stages while Abdu Lumala wasn’t in the match day squad as his Pyramids FC side also stormed the group stages.
MAIN PHOTO: William Wadri shots for Bandari United. He scored a brace.
Compiled by Ronnie Lusulire, a presenter on 102.1 FUFA f.m, the football radio
Uganda made a brilliant start to the 2021 Total Africa U20 Cup of Nations, registering a win in the opening game against Mozambique on Monday.
Playing at the final tournament for the first time, the Uganda Hippos didn’t get any stage fright and dominated proceedings as they secured a comfortable 2-0 at the Stade Olympique, Nouakchott City, Mauritania.
Striker Derrick Kakooza and second half substitute Steven Sserwadda scored a goal each to guide Uganda to victory.
Derrick Kakooza celebrates after scoring (Photo by CAF Media).
Right from onset, Uganda was dominant and created several chances even before taking the lead.
Kakooza, Richard Basangwa and Ivan Bogere who led the attack came close to scoring in the first half.
Both Kakooza and Bogere forced the Mozambique goalkeeper to make fine saves while Basangwa had his effort go off target by a few inches.
The Boys returned recharged after the break and Kakooza broke the deadlock in the 56th minute.
The striker who plies his trade with Police FC struck home from the spot after a Mozambique defender had held the ball in the box.
Kakooza then setup Sserwadda after a well delivered cross from the left by Najib Yiga in the 85th minute.
Sserwadda had earlier on replaced Ivan Bogere in the 73rd minute.
Steven Sserwadda (R) celebrates with Musa Ramathan after scoring the second goal.
Yiga’s cross from the left wing was well controlled by Kakooza to set up Sserwadda whose left footed effort rattled the upright before finding the back of the net.
Yiga was stretchered out moments later to pave way for Ivan Eyamu.
Isma Mugulusi who was named player of the match was also rested for Joseph Kizza Bukenya.
Immediately after Mugulusi was handed with his plaque, the team was treated to Ugandan music with B2C and Rema Namakula’s “Gutujja” playing in the background.
Isma Mugulusi poses with the player of the match plaque.
Uganda Hippos will return to action on Wednesday against Cameroon who won 1-0 against hosts Mauritania.
Uganda Hippos XI Vs Mozambique
Jack Komakech (G.K), Gavin Kizito Mugweri (Captain), Azizi Kayondo, Musa Ramathan, Kenneth Semakula, Bobosi Byaruhanga, Najib Yiga(Joseph Kizza Bukenya),Isma Mugulusi(Ivan Eyamu), Richard Basangwa, Ivan Bogere(Steven Sserwadda), Derrick Kakooza
Substitutes Denis Ssenyondwa Kaala (SC Villa), Delton Oyo, Joseph Kafumbe (KCCA), James Penz Begisa (UPDF), Simon Baligeya, Ivan Eyamu, Andrew Kawooya, Ivan Asaba, Steven Sserwadda, Davis Ssekajja, Faisal Wabyoona, Joseph Kizza Bukenya, Alpha Thierry Ssali, Samuel Ssenyonjo
What an exciting weekend it was for a number of Ugandan players in the diaspora.
From the CAF Champions where Uganda has representatives as Denis Onyango, Taddeo Lwanga, Saidi Kyeyune, Joseph Ochaya, to the CAF Confederation and the rest of different leagues across the globe.
CAF Champions League:
Custodian Denis Onyango kept a clean as his Mamelodi Sundowns side beat Sudan outfit Al Hilal Omdurman in group B match day one at he Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria.
Custodian Salim Jamal was an unused substitute for the visitors.
Dennis Onyango kept a clean sheet for Mamelodi Sundowns
In the same group, Joseph Ochaya played full time as his TP Mazembe side drew goalless at home against Algerian side Belouizdad.
Meanwhile, Taddeo Lwanga made his continental debut for his Simba SC side playing full time as they pipped hosts AS Vita 1-0 at the Martyrs stadium in Kinshasa.
He also got booked in the 69th minute for unsportsmanlike conduct.
Tadeo Lwanga in action for Simba against AS Vita
In group C, custodian Robert Odongkara was an unused substitute as his Guinea Conakry side Horoya beat Angolan side Petro Luanda 2-0 at home.
Elsewhere, midfielder Saidi Kyeyune is set to make his debut at Sudan side Al Merreick when they play away against defending champions Al Ahly on Tuesday at Cairo International stadium as he is part of the team that travelled.
In the CAF Confederation cup, Abdu Lumala wasn’t in the match day squad as his Pyramids FC beat Ivory Coast’s RC Abijan 2-0 on the road to near progress to the lucrative group stages.
In the Morocco Botola Pro League, forward Patrick Henry Kaddu put up a great performance for his Youssoufia Berrechid side as they beat his former side RS Berkane 1-0 at home.
He started before he was replaced in the 71st minute for Hawassi.
Another forward Nelson Senkatuka wasn’t in the match day squad due to an ankle injury as his Mogreb Tetouan side drew 1-1 at Hassania Agadir. In the Danish Premier League, Moses Opondo started before he was subbed for Thrandarson in the 77th minute as his Odense FC side drew goalless against Aarhus.
Still in Denmark, midfielder Robert Kakeeto started and was later taken off for Klitten in the 72nd minute as his Aalborg FC side drew goalless at home against Randers FC. He also got booked in the 38th minute.
In the South Africa DSTV Premier League, Moses Waiswa was an unused substitute as his Supersport United side beat Cape Town City 2-1 at home. Custodian Ismail Watenga wasn’t in the match day squad as his Chippa United side drew goalless at Bloemfontein Celtic.
In the South African division 2, Daniel Isiagi wasn’t in the match day squad due to a knock in his thigh as his Jomo Cosmos side lost 2-1 at Bizana Pondo Chiefs.
In Turkey, Farouk Miya started before paving way for Shengelia in the 76th minute as his Konyaspor FC beat Denizlispor 2-0 at home to return to winning ways.
In the English Championship, physical forward Karl Mubiru Ikpeauzi played full time and also got booked in added time as his Wycombe Wanderers side beat Huddersfield 3-2 on the road.
Jordan Obita came off the bench in the 73rd minute for Jacobson. Still in the English Championship, Young starlet Jayden Onen was an unused substitute as his Reading FC side lost 2-1 at home against Millwall.
In the English League 2, Right back Elvis Bwomono played full time as his Southend United side drew goalless at Cambridge.
In the Israel Ligat HA’al, Timothy Awany played full time while Fahad Bayo was taken off in the 40th minute for Brihon as his Ashdod FC drew goalless at home against Sakhnin.
William Luwagga Kizito played full time as the Target man as his Hapoel Kfar Saba lost 1-0 at home against Maccabi Tel Aviv.
In the Portuguese Segunda, Alex Kakuba wasn’t in the match day squad as his CD Cova Piedade lost 2-1 at Academica.
In the Scottish Premier League, defender Bevis Mugabi was subbed in the 68th minute for Johnston as his Motherwell FC side lost 4-1 at home against Hamilton.
In the Indian I-League, Richard Kasagga Wasn’t in the match day squad as his Aizawl FC drew 1-1 against Sudeva Delhi.
In Zambia, left back Shafiq Batambuze played full time as his Kabwe Worriors side drew goalless at Indeni.
Meanwhile custodian Yasin Mugabi put up another great display as his Red Arrows side drew 1-1 against Zanaco. custodian James Alitho wasn’t in the match day squad for Zanaco.
In Algeria, Allan Okello featured as his Paradou AC drew goalless at Bel Abbes.
In the Burundi Primus Premier League, midfielder Allan Brian Kizza and defender Steven Mugisha played full time as their Le Messanger Ngozi best Muzinga 2-0 at home.
Defender Joseph Othieno played full time as his Musongati FC side won it late 1-0 At Flambeau du Centre.
In the Egyptian cup, Emmanuel Okwi featured as his Al Ittihad side beat Nagoom 2-1 to sail through the next round.
Allan Kyambadde wasn’t in the match day squad due to a groin injury as his El Gouna side crushed Kima Aswan 6-1 at home to progress to the next round.
In the Germany Bundesliga 2., Herbert Bochorn started before paving way for Ganvoula in the 66th minute as his Bochum FC side beat Braunschweig 2-0 at home.
Compiled by Ronnie Lusulire, a presenter on 102.1 FUFA f.m
Uganda Hippos (U20) Team will have their first-ever engagement in the AFCON U20 Final tournament on Monday 15th February 2021 against Mozambique at the Stade Olympique in Nouakchott in Mauritania.
The Group A second match will kickoff at 1:00pm Local time (4:00pm EAT).
During the Pre-Match Press Conference, Uganda Hippos Head Coach Morley Byekwaso stated that the players have adapted to the weather and ready for Mozambique.
L-R Uganda Hippos captain Gavin Kizito and Head Coach Morley Byekwaso during the Press Conference
‘We had some problems with the weather here. The wind was too heavy for my players but they have managed to adapt to it. We have made enough preparations to get the best from the match. We respect Mozambique but we are ready and we want to come out victorious’ said Coach Byekwaso
Uganda Hippos played two buildup matches against Tanzania but won one 1-0 and lost the other 5-3.
This will be the first time Uganda U20 to play a Mozambican team at this U20 level.
The Hippos are the Champions of CECAFA and will play Cameroon in the second game on Wednesday 17th February before the last group game against the hosts Mauritania on 20th February 2021.
Players in Mauritania
Goalkeepers
Komakech Jack (18) (Ascent SA), Oyo Delton (Busoga United FC), Ssenyondwa Denis Kaala (SC Villa).
Defenders
Kizito Mugweri Gavin (SC Villa), Semakula Kenneth (Busoga United FC), Musa Ramathan (KCCA FC) Kafumbe Joseph (KCCA FC), Begisa James Penz (UPDF FC), Baligeya Simon (Kibuli SS), Abdul Azizi Kayondo (Vipers SC)
Midfielders
Mugulusi Isma (Busoga United FC), Yiga Najib (Vipers SC), Bobosi Byaruhanga (Vipers SC) Sserwadda Steven (KCCA FC), Eyamu Ivan (Mbarara City FC), Kawooya Andrew (KCCA FC), Asaba Ivan (Vipers SC), Ssekajja Davis (Bright Stars FC), Wabyoona Faisal (Big Talent SA).
Fowards
Bogere Ivan (Proline FC), Ssenyonjo Samuel (KCCA FC), Kakooza Derrick (Police FC), Basangwa Richard (Vipers SC), Bukenya Joseph Kizza (KCCA FC), Ssali Alpha Thierry (Proline FC).
Twenty (20) out of the 25 man Uganda U20 Squad in Mauritania are products of the FUFA U17 Juniors League started in 2015. Five players Ssenyondwa Dennis, Bogere Ivan, Baligeya Simon, Begisa James and Basangwa Richard are the only youngsters on the team who have never tested football in the FUFA Juniors league.
However over the last 6 years, FUFA has achieved remarkable success in Youth football after the revamp of the Technical Department now called FUFA Football Development Department. Youth football falls under this Department headed by Ali Mwebe.
The inception of the FUFA U17 Juniors league with a specific staff for Youth Development Manager Bashir Mutyaba assigned to handle its various activities. It is the first time Uganda Hippos (U20) is competing in the AFCON U20 Finals.
We bring you profiles of the 25 players in Nouakchott, Mauritania ready for action from 14th February – 6th March 2021.
Full Names: Bukenya Joseph Kizza
Position: Forward
Shirt Number: 7
Date of Birth: 08/08/2002
Place of Birth: Wakiso
Current Club: Kampala Capital City Authority Football Club
Schools Attended: Standard High School Zzana, Buddo Secondary School
Youth Clubs: Kawempe Youth Soccer Academy, Park FC, Standard High School FC
Tournaments Played: CAF Confederation Cup (2020/21) against AS Kigali January 06 2021, CECAFA AFCON Qualifiers November 2020, Uganda Premier League, FUFA Juniors League, COPA Coca Cola and FEASSA Games.
Football Dream: To play professional football in Europe
Target in AFCON U20: To Win the AFCON U20 Trophy
Full Names: Richard Basangwa
Position: Forward
Shirt Number: 15
Date of Birth: 17th December 2001
Place of Birth: Mulago
Current Club: Vipers SC
Schools Attended: Namilyango Boys, Seeta High, St.Mary’s Kitende SS
Tournaments Played: Copa Coca-Cola 2017-2019, East African Schools 2017-2019 (FEASSA Games), CECAFA U20 2020.
U20 Stats: 6 Games – 1 Goal
Football Dream: To became a professional footballer
Target in AFCON U20: To reach the final
Full Names: Kizito Mugweri Gavin
Position: Defender
Shirt Number: 5
Date of Birth: 14-Jan-2002
Place of Birth: Kampala
Schools Attended: Brilliant College, London College, St Mary’s Kitende SS
Youth Clubs: Santos Soccer Academy, Big Talent Soccer Academy, Kansanga Sports club, URA Junior Team, SC Villa Junior Team, Vipers SC Junior Team
Tournaments Played: COPA Coca Cola, FUFA Juniors League, Uganda Premier League, UEFA Assist U17 Tournament Turkey 2019, AFCON U17 Burundi (2018), AFCON U17 Qualifier Rwanda (2018), AFCON Finals Tanzania (2019), CECAFA U20 Uganda (2019), CECAFA AFCON Qualifiers Tanzania (2020)
U20 Stats: 11 Games – 0 Goals
Football Dream: To play professional football in Europe
Target in AFCON U20: To play and help the team qualify for the final stages and use it as a chance to accomplish my dream
Full Names: Ssenyonjo Samuel
Position: Striker
Shirt Number: 21
Date of Birth: 3/09/2001
Place of Birth: Kampala
Current Club: KCCA FC
Schools Attended: Lady Bird Nursery and Primary School, Jolly Primary School, Gadhafi Integrated Academy SS, Royal Giant High School, Masaka SS
Youth Football Clubs: Everton Uganda Football Club, Bright Stars Junior Team, Vipers SC Junior Team
Tournaments Played: FUFA U17 Juniors League, KAYOFA 2007,2010,2012, Watoto Wasoka Slums Derby 2012,2015,2016,
Football Dream: Play professional football in Europe
Target in AFCON U20: Score not less than 7goals
Full Names: Sserwadda Steven
Position: Midfielder
Shirt Number: 8
Date of Birth: 28/Aug/2002
Place of Birth: Kampala
Current Club: KCCA FC
Schools Attended: Kisugu Preparatory Primary School, Old Kampala SSS, St Mary’s Kitende SSS
Previous Club: None
Tournaments Played: FUFA U17 Juniors League, Copa Coca Cola schools, East Africa Schools (FEASSA Games) (2019), CECAFA Club Tournament (2019), CAF Champions League (2019), CAF Confederation (2021), CECAFA U-20 (2019), CECAFA U-20 (2020), StarTimes Uganda League, Stanbic Uganda Cup, Super 8 Cup
U20 Stats: 10 Games: 2 Goals – 3 Assists
Football Dream: To develop my talent through hard work and reach the top.
Target in AFCON U20: To win as a team, promote my talent to the top and make Uganda proud
Full Names: Kakooza Derrick
Position: Striker
Shirt Number: 20
Date of Birth: 23-10-2002
Place of Birth: Kampala
Current Club: Police FC
Schools Attended: Mulusa Academy Wobulenzi, St. Juliana High School Gayaza, Kibuli SS, St. Mary’s Boarding Secondary School Kitende
Previous Clubs: Super Eagles Soccer Academy, Bright Stars Football Academy, Kayda soccer academy, Naguru Police Soccer Academy, Police Junior Team
U20 Stats: 2 Games 1 Goal
Tournaments Played: Copa Coca cola, East Africa Games (FEASSA), Buganda Cup, Mulama Cup, Bika Football Tournament, FUFA Juniors League, Uganda Cup, Uganda Premier League
Football Dream: To play for the senior National Team The cranes
Target in AFCON U20: To score many goals and help my team lift the trophy
Full Names: Yiga Najib
Position: Midfielder
Shirt Number: 14
Place of Birth: 18/12/2002
Place of Birth: Mubende
Current Club: St Mary’s Kitende
Previous Club: Vipers SC
Tournaments Played: CECAFA U20 (2020 & 2019), CECAFA U17 (2018) AFCON U17 (2019), Uganda Premier League, Copa Coca Cola, FEASSA Games, Masaza Cup (Buwekula), FUFA U17 Juniors League.
U20 Stats: 11 Games: 2 Goals – 4 Assists
Schools Attended: 2018 Kisozi Seed High School, 2019 St. Mary’s Kitende 2018 2019
Football Dream: To be a professional footballer
Target in AFCON U20: To reach the finals
Full Names: Musa Ramathan
Position: Defender
Shirt Number: 4
Date of Birth: 13/11/2001
Place of birth: Lira
Current Club: KCCA FC
School Attended: St. Marys Primary School Lira, VH Public School, Lira Primary School, Kibuli SS, Amus College.
Previous Club: Lira Sports Academy
Tournament Played: Copa coca Cola 2015 to 2018, CECAFA Kagame cup 2019 club and CECAFA Qualifiers U20 Tanzania, FUFA Juniors League, Airtel Rising Stars and City Tyres Tournament.
Football Dream: To play professional football in Europe
Target in AFCON U20: To lift the AFCON Trophy
Full Names: Kafumbe Joseph
Position: Left Back
Shirt Number: 13
Date of Birth: 09/10/2002
Place of Birth: Mpigi
Current Club: KCCA FC
Schools Attended: Mutudwe Blessed Academy, Katiti Primary School Mutudwe, Rechmond High School, Buddo SSS
Previous Clubs: Super Cubs
Tournaments Played: U17 CECAFA in Burundi (2018), U17 Qualifiers in Tanzania (2018), U20 CECAFA in Uganda (2019), U20 Qualifiers in Tanzania (2020) COPA Coca-Cola (2017,2018,2019), FUFA Juniors League (2018-19)
Football Dream: To become professional player
Target in AFCON U20: To qualify for world cup
Full Names: Kawooya Andrew
Position: Midfielder
Shirt Number: 12
Date of Birth: 3/03/2003
Place of Birth: Masuliita
Current Club: KCCA FC
Schools Attended: Bethel Junior School, John T. Miller Junior School, Dynamic SS Namugongo, St. Mary’s Kitende.
Previous Clubs: Kick it Soccer Academy, Streamline Academy, Naguru Kids Academy, Lweza Junior team, Proline Junior Team, Vipers Junior Team
Tournaments played: CECAFA U-17(2018), AFCON U-17(2019), Copa Coca Cola (2019), FUFA Junior League (2016,2017,2018,2019,2020), Airtel Rising Stars(2017) City Tyres (2015)
Target in AFCON U20: To become the best player in the world and play football in Europe
Full Names: Komakech Jack
Position: Goalkeeper
Shirt Number: 18
Date of Birth:31/07/2002
Place of Birth: Gulu
Current Club: Ascent Soccer Academy
Schools attended: Gulu Vision Nursery School, Gulu Public Primary School, Victory Infant school, Bright Valley Schools, Wakadogo Primary School, Everlight college, Buziga Islamic Theological Institute, King’s way High School
Target in AFCON U20: Play Professional football in Europe
Full Names: Begisa James Penz
Position: Right Back
Shirt Number: 2
Date of Birth: 27/09/2002
Place of Birth: Bugiri
Current Club: UPDF
Schools Attended: Bugiri Modern p/s, Blessed Sacrament SS Kimaanya
First club: KCCA FC
Tournaments Played: CECAFA Kagame cup 2019 and Confederation Cup, COPA Coca Cola
Football Dream: To play professional football in Europe.
Target in AFCON U20: To add my effort to the team and win at least 5 games in the Tournament.
Full Names: Mugulusi Isma
Position: Midfielder
Shirt Number: 10
Date of Birth: 10-10-2003
Place of Birth: Jinja
Current Club: Busoga united FC
School Attended: Lugazi Community Primary School, Risah Standard, Canaan High School Lugazi, Jinja SSS
U20 Stats: 8 Games – 4 Goals – 5 Assists
Football Dream: Playing in European countries
Target in AFCON U20: To help the team qualify from group stage
Full Names: Ssekajja Davis
Position: Midfielder
Shirt Number: 16
Date of Birth: 25th Feb 2002
Place of Birth: Mulago Kampala
Current Club: Soltilo Bright Stars FC
Schools attended: King Solomon Junior School Bulenga, Bethel junior, St Peter’s junior, Royal Giant High school, Buddo SS
Previous Clubs: Good News Sports Academy Bulenga, Bethel Junior Team. Bright Stars FC Junior Team.
Tournaments played: KJUFA from 2009 to 2014, league Ndogo in Kenya 2011, Academy East tournament in Rwanda 2011, FUFA Junior league from 2015- 2019, COPA Coca- Cola from 2015 to 2019, Uganda Premier League since 2019
Football Dream: To play in English premier league
Target in AFCON U20: to help Hippos win games
Full Names: Eyamu lvan
Position: Midfielder
Shirt Number: 23
Date of Birth: 18/06/2001
Place of birth: Mbale
Current Club: Mbarara City FC
Schools Attended: Amuria SS, Amus College School
Previous Clubs: Kataka FC, Mbarara City FC.
Tournaments played: Copa Coca Schools (2015), AFCON U20 Qualifier, Uganda Premier League (2018,2019),(2019, 2020), (2020, 2021), Airtel Rising Stars, (2015)
Football Dream: To play football in Europe and to become a professional player
Target in AFCON U20: To win the trophy for my country and get good clubs in Europe.
Full Names: Oyo Delton
Position: Goalkeeper
Shirt Number: 19
Date of birth: 24-11-2003
Place of birth: Walukuba
Current Club: Busoga united
Schools Attended: Spire Road Rrimary School, Jinja Secondary School
Previous Clubs: Andy Mwesigwa Soccer Academy, BUL FC Junior Team and Busoga United
Tournaments Played: FUFA U17 Juniors League, COPA Coca Cola (2019) CECAFA U17(2018), AFCON U17(2019)
FootballDream: To play for top clubs in Europe
Target in AFCON U20: To help the national progress Successfully.
Full Names: Bobosi Byaruhanga
Position: Midfielder
Shirt Number: 17
DOB: 3 /12/ 2001 Current Club: Vipers SC
Birth Place: Kisoro
Previous Club: Kisoro Young Simba Viper’s Junior Team
Schools Attended: Real Quality Kisoro, Seseme Pri School Kisoro, Standard HS Zzana, St. Mary’s Kitende
Tournaments: FUFA U17 Juniors League, Airtel Rising Stars ( 2015,16), Masaza Cup ( 2016 Mawokota), Copa Coca Cola Nationals, FEASSA Games, CECAFA U20 (2020), CHAN 2021, CAF Champions League 2020/21.
U20 Sats: 5 Games 1 Assist (Friendly against Tanzania)
FootballDream: To play in World best leagues
Target in AFCON U20: To help your Team win title.
Full Name: Ssali Alpha Thierry
Position: Foward
Shirt Number: 25
Date of birth: 29/12/2003
Place of Birth: Kampala
Current Football club: Proline FC
School Attended: Kitante Hill School
Tournaments played: CECAFA U20 (2020), FUFA Juniors League
Football Dream: To become one of the best professional football players in the world
Target in AFCON U20: To learn and get international experience
Full Names: Ivan Bogere
Position: Foward
Shirt Number: 9
Date of Birth: 14/ 06/ 2002
Place of Birth: Busunju – Mityana
Current Club: Wakiso Giants FC
Previous Clubs: Proline FC
Tournaments Played: CECAFA U20 (2019, 2020), Uganda Premier League (2018 – Now), 2019 CAF Confederations Cup and 2019 CECAFA Club Championship.
U20 Stats: 10 Games – 8 Goals
Football Dream: To be a top scorer in the world top leagues
Target in AFCON U20: To be the Top scorer of the Tournament
Full Names: Abdul Azizi Kayondo
Position: Left Back
Shirt Number: 3
Date of Birth: 6/ 10/ 2002
Place of Birth: Kalungu
Current Club: Vipers SC
Schools Attended: St. Marys SS Kitende
Tournaments Played: CHAN 2021, CAF Champions League 2020/21, Uganda Premier League, CECAFA U20 2019 and 2020, FEASSA Games, Copa Coca Cola,
U20 Stats: 11 Games 2 Goals – 2 Assists
Football Dream: To play in World Top Leagues
Target in AFCON U20: To help my team to win the trophy
Full Names: Faisal Wabyoona
Date of Birth: 22/ 6/2003
Position: Midfielder
Shirt Number: 24
Current Club: Big Talent
Schools Attended: Railway Children Primary School, Golden Times Primary Sch, Mackay Memorial Primary, Bulo Parents School, Kibuli SS.
Youth Clubs: Bright Stars Junior Team
Tournaments Played: Airtel Rising Stars, Masaza Cup, Copa Coca Cola 2019, FUFA Juniors League, 2020 CECAFA U20.
U20 Stats: 3 Games – 0 Goal
Football Dream: To play in Europe
Target in AFCON U20: To win the Trophy
Full Names: Simon Baligeya
Position: Defender
Shirt Number: 22
Date of Birth: 17/7/2001
Place of Birth: Busia
Current Club: Busia Young Stars FC
Youth Clubs: Busia Young Stars Soccer Academy
Schools Attended: Busia Integrated Primary Sch, Greens Primary Sch, Busia Trust SS, Green Hill Kyamulibwa, St. Juliana SS, Bulo Parents and Kibuli SS.
Tournaments Played: Copa Coca Cola 2017, 2018, 2019, Africa Copa Tournament, Airtel Rising Stars
Football Dream: To play in European Leagues
Target in AFCON U20: To win the Trophy
Full Names: Kenneth Semakula
Position: Defender
Shirt Number: 6
Date of Birth: 4/11/2002
Current Club: BUL FC
Youth Clubs: Busoga FC Junior Team
Former Club: Busoga Utd
Schools Attended: Rock View Primary School Tororo, World Ahead SSS Matugga, St. Johns College Kawuga Mukono, Light College Katikamu and Jinja SS.
Tournament Played: Airtel Rising Stars, City Tire Challenge Cup, FUFA Juniors League, Cpa Coca Cola, FEASSA Games 2019, Uganda Premier League, CECAFA 2019 AND 2020.
U20 Stats: 11 Games: 2 Goals – 1 Assist
Football Dream: To play in World’s Top Five Leagues
Target in AFCON U20: To win the Trophy
Full Names: Ivan Asaba
Position: Foward
Shirt Number: 11
Date of Birth: 8/ 5/ 2003
Place of Birth: Kawempe
Current Club: Vipers SC
Youth Teams: KCC FC Junior Team, Vipers SC Junior Team
Schools Attended: Kibuli Demonstration Primary Schoool, Kibuli SS, St. Mary’s SS Kitende
