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  • Ugandan players in Diaspora: Ritah Kivumbi nets 6th league goal, Aucho shines in Misr Lel Makasa’s victory

    Ugandan players in Diaspora: Ritah Kivumbi nets 6th league goal, Aucho shines in Misr Lel Makasa’s victory

    Another very interesting and entertaining weekend it was for a number of Ugandan players in the diaspora but do you know how they performed?

    As usual Ronald Lusulire who also hosts Tugukyangira Bunayira on 102.1 FUFA fm every Tuesday from 10pm-12MidNight along Sinan Rajub Ssenoga and Senior Journalist Abu Zikusooka brings you a detailed report of how our boys and girls fared.

    In the Swedish Elitettan, forward Ritah Kivumbi netted her 6th season as Mallbackens W defeated Sunnana W 1-2 on the road. He strike came in the 20th minute.

    Ritah Kivumbi (m) celebarting her goal

    In the Allsvenskun Women, Viola Nambi wasn’t in the match day squad as her Vaxjo DFF W beat Kristianstad W 2-1 at home.

    In the Swedish Allsvenskun, lanky defender Ronald Mukiibi wasn’t in the match day squad while Isak Sewankambo played full time as their Ostersunds FK picked up a vital 0-1 win on the road at Helsingborg.

    In the Supprettan, forward Alexis Bbakka started before paving way for Lundstrom in the 89th minute as his Umea FC side lost 0-3 at home to AFC Eskilstuna.

    In the Egyptian Premier League, Khalid Aucho put up a decent full-time show as his Misr Le Makasa side defeated Arab Contractors 1-0 at home.

    Aucho Khalid chasing for the ball during the match

    Elsewhere, Allan Kyambadde came on in the 32nd minute for Ali as his El Gouna side lost 4-3 at giants Zamalek.

    In the Scottish Premier, Bevis Mugabi played full time as his Motherwell FC side succumbed to a 1-5 loss at home to Rangers FC.

    In the Danish Premier League, Robert Kakeeto was an unused substitute as his Aalborg FC side lost 3-1 at Sonderjyske.

    Meanwhile, workaholic midfielder Moses Opondo started before coming off in the 63rd minute for Fenger as his Odense FC side lost 4-2 at Aarhus.

    In the Czech Republic’s second division left-back, Isaac Muleme was an unused substitute as his Zizkov side beat Blasko 1-2 on the road.

    In the Portuguese Segunda, left-back Alex Kakuba played full time as his CD Cova da Piedade lost 1-0 at Chaves.

    In the Morocco Botola Pro League, Nelson Ssenkatuka wasn’t in the matchday squad as his Mogreb Tetouan side drew 1-1 at home against giants Wydad Casablanca.

    In the English championship, forward Karl Mubiru Ikepeazu wasn’t in the matchday squad as his Wycombe Wanderers lost 0-2 at home to Swansea City.

    In the English League 2, right back Elvis Bwomono played full time as his Southend United side lost 1-2 at home to Morecambe.

    In the Estonia Meistrilliga, striker Edrisa Lubega replaced Ainer in the 44th minute as his Paide Linameskond side crushed Tallina Kalev 4-1 at home.

    Edrisa Lubega in action

    In the Vietnam Premier League, skipper Joseph Mpande played full as his Haiphong FC side lost 1-0 at Da Nang.

    Elsewhere, Moses Oloya put up a decent 90 minutes show as his Hanoi FC side drew 2-2 at BHTS Quang Nam.

    Meanwhile, Geoffrey Baba Kizito played full time as his Than Quang Nihn side drew 2-2 at home against Bin Duong.

    Geoffrey ‘Baba’ Kizito in action

    In the Turkish Premier League, Farouk Miya was introduced in the 67th minute for Milosevic as his Konyaspor FC side cruised past Besiktas 4-1 at home. Miya saw yellow in the 90+3 minutes.

    Farouk Miya (far left) joing other players in celebration

    In the MLS, Mike Azira was a used substitute as his Chicago Fireside beat Atlanta United 2-0.

    In the Tanzania Vodacom Premier League, Nicholas Wadada played full time as his on form Azam FC pipped Tanzanian Prison 0-1 on the road.

    Elsewhere, Boban Zirintusa started before coming off in the 36th minute for Juma Nyangi as his Mtibwa Sugars FC lost 0-1 at home to Young Africans.

    Custodian Cleo Setuba and Jospeh Zziwa didn’t feature as their Biashara United side drew 0-0 at Ruvu.

    In the Burundi Primus League, Allan Brian Kiiza and Steven Mugisha didn’t play as their Le Messanger Ngozi side drew 1-1 at Rukinzo FC.

    Defender Joseph Othieno featured as his Musongati FC side drew 1-1 at Les Elephants.

    Fixtures for Today (Monday 28th September 2020).

    In Egypt 🇪🇬, Derrick Nsibambi and Smouha SC will host Haras El Hodood.

    In Sudan 🇸🇩, custodian Salim Jamal and Al Hilal Omdurman will visit Al Hilal Kadougli.

  • Governance: FUFA Super League Limited convenes at 7th Annual General Meeting

    Governance: FUFA Super League Limited convenes at 7th Annual General Meeting

    As mandated by the constitution, members of the FUFA Super League Limited (FSSL) convened for their Annual General Meeting before the long awaited 96th FUFA Ordinary Assembly.

    FSSL’s congress was the 7th held at the Ridar Hotel in Kampala on Saturday, September 26, 2020.

    UPL Board chairperson Arinaitwe Rugyendo has presided over the tranquil and well attended AGM also graced by two FUFA Executive Committee members; Justus Mugisha and Hon. Florence Nakiwala Kiyingi the first and third FUFA Vice Presidents respectively.

    L-R: Bernard Bainamani, Arinaitwe Ruygendo, Justus Mugisha and NCS’ representative Titus Kayigwa

    Others in attendance were the CEO of the UPL board Bernard B. Bainamani, the FUFA competitions director Aisha Nalule ,UPL board Members Humphrey Mandu Watenga, David Bunya Sserebe and Fred Guy Kawuma, the league counsel, Alex Luganda, members of the UPL secretariat, National Council of Sports (NCS) representative Titus Kayigwa (Assistant General Secretary – Administration) and the representatives of the 15 Star Times Uganda Premier League clubs.

    The 7th FUFA Super League Limited Annual General Meeting

    It was a full house with all clubs represented from Vipers (George William Mulindwa), KCCA (Aggrey Ashaba), Sports Club Villa (William Nkemba), Busoga United (Dinah Hope Nyago), URA (James Kizza), BUL (Ronald Barente), Mbarara City (Nobart Semusu), Onduparaka (Edison Sabasaba), Express (Isaac Mwesigwa), Kyetume(Henry Kayondo), Bright Stars (Ronnie Mutebi), Police (Fahad Lumu), MYDA (Peter Emojonh), UPDF (Ashraf Miiro) and Wakiso Giants (Hassan Lule).

    The motion to approve the day’s agenda was moved by Aggrey Ashaba, the KCCA Football Club vice chairman was seconded by Police FC CEO, Fahad Lumu.

    FUFA 1st Vice President Justus Mugisha

    In his address, Ruygendo stated how the Coronavirus pandemic hampered almost every sector of the economy but urged the members to stand strong and think outside the usual box.

    He also read the activity report to the members that was approved with the three new members admitted.

    UPDF, MYDA and a yet to be identified club were all admitted as members to make the 16 clubs which constitute the UPL.

    “Globally, the pandemic has affected everyone; be they businesses, sports, education, name it and ushered in new way of thinking outside the usual box in order in order to shift the paradigm to new ways of thinking and earning” Ruygendo noted.

    Arinaitwe Rugyendo

    The assembly approved the start of a saving SACCO, an initiative that was applauded by Hon Nakiwala.

    ‘If it is hard to prepare for the football season, it is even going to be harder to prepare in the COVID-19 days. This period came as a precursor to prepare for the times ahead. I applaud you for starting the SACCO and shall fully support the project’ Hon. Nakiwala noted.

    Hon. Florence Nakiwala Kiyingi with her speech during the FSLL AGM
    Bernard Bainamani, CEO of the Uganda Premier League

    Key Highlights from Arinaitwe Ruygendo, Chairman FSL Board

    *Coronavirus pandemic presented new ways of thinking outside the usual box

    *Strengthening the secretariat

    *Ensuring stable fixtures

    *Continued struggle of improving facilities

    *More brand building

    *Luring more sponsors and partners on board

    *Improved marketing of the league

    *Continued improved communications

    David Sserebe (left) with Bernard Bainamani

    Highlights from Speech by Justus Mugisha

    *Lauded the role played by Government by providing a conducive atmosphere to have football played.

    *FUFA is enjoying good working relations with FSLL. The push and pull scenarios yielded into good fruits

    *Federation was on a trajectory until COVID-19 set in. Perhaps, there have been opportunities generated out of grey situation as continued interface with the clubs, having all the games on Television and continuous engagement of the Government for relief and free COVID-19 tests if need be.

    *FUFA has focus areas as infrastructure, resource mobilization, competitions and continuous efforts to engage the current sponsors as well as prospective sponsors.

    *Licenses of 2019-20 will be used in the promotional play-offs

    *Transfer of players extended by a month

    *League kick off extended by a month

    *FUFA coming up with imitative of liaising with clubs to help the lighting of stadia

    *Praise of State Minister of Sports Hon. Hamson Denis Obua for securing the land titles of Mandela National Stadium

    Paul Kabaikaramu (League Manager) and Aisha Nalule (FUFA Competitions Director)
    Isaac Mwesigwa, Express FC CEO

    Attendance:

     FSLL Board Chairman: Arinaitwe Ruygendo

    FSSL Board Members: Humphrey Mandu Watenga, David Bunya Sserebe and Fred Guy Kawuma

    League Counsel: AlexLuganda

    FUFA 1st Vice President: Justus Mugisha

    FUFA 3rd Vice President: Hon. Florence Nakiwala Kiyingi

    FUFA Competitions Director: Aisha Nalue

    UPL Secretariat members: Paul Kabaikaramu (League manager), Roy Gordon Mundeyi (UPL Communications and Marketing), Hamdan Kaliitwe

    National Council of Sports Assistant General Secretary – Administration: Titus Kayigwa

    Dinah Hope Nyago, Busoga United Chairperson
    Ronnie Mutebi, Bright Stars FC Chairman
    George William Mulindwa, Vipers Sports Club Chairman
    James Kizza, URA FC Chairman

    Club Representatives:

    1. Vipers Chairman: George William Mulindwa
    2. Sports Club Villa Chairman: William Nkemba
    3. Busoga United Chairperson: Dinah Hope Nyago
    4. URA FC Chairman: James Kizza
    5. BUL Chairman: Ronald Barente
    6. Bright Stars Chairman: Ronnie Mutebi
    7. Wakiso Giants Chairman: Hassan Lule
    8. MYDA Vice Chairman: Peter Emojong
    9. KCCA Vice Chairman: Aggrey Ashaba
    10. Kyetume Vice Chairman: Henry Kayondo
    11. Police CEO: Fahad Lumu
    12. Mbarara City CEO: Nobart Semusu
    13. Onduparaka CEO: Edison Sabasaba
    14. Express CEO: Isaac Mwesigwa
    15. UPDF CEO: Ashraf Miiro
    Ashraf Miiro, UPDF Football Clun CEO
  • Ugandan players in diaspora: Mugabi nets in Motherwell emphatic victory, Oloya guides Hanoi to Vietnam cup trophy

    Ugandan players in diaspora: Mugabi nets in Motherwell emphatic victory, Oloya guides Hanoi to Vietnam cup trophy

    Another very interesting and entertaining weekend it was for a number of Ugandan players in the diaspora as a number of football leagues resumed but do you know how they performed?

    As usual Ronald Lusulire who also hosts Tugukyangira Bunayira on 102.1 FUFA fm every Tuesday from 10pm-12MidNight along Sinan Rajub Ssenoga and Senior Journalist Abu Zikusooka brings you a detailed report of how our boys and girls fared.

    In Scotland, defender Bevis Mugabi scored in the 22nd minute from a header as well as assisting as his Motherwell FC defeated Aberdeen 0-3 on the road.

    • Bevis Mugabi netted his first in Motherwell FC colours.

    In Vietnam, Moses Oloya played full time in the offensive midfield role as his Hanoi FC beat The Cong 2-1 to lift the Vietnam cup.

    • Moses Oloya played full time as his Hanoi side won the Vietnam cup.

    In Egypt, Khalid Aucho put up a decent full time display in the middle of the pack as his Misr Le Makasa side drew 0-0 at giants Al Ahly.

    Allan Kyambadde started at right-back before being substituted in the 59th minute for Roshdy as his El Gouna FC side lost 2-1 at El Entang El- Harby.

    • Khalid Aucho in action against giants Al Ahly.

    Meanwhile Emmanuel Okwi wasn’t in as his Al Ittihad side drew 1-1 at Arab Contactors.

    In the Swedish Allsvenskun, Isak Sewankambo player full time in holding midfield while Ronald Mukiibi came on in the 83rd minute as their Ostersunds FK side drew 1-1 against Djurgarden.

    In the Swedish Elitettan Women, Ritah Kivumbi was introduced in the 68th minute for Jerzak as her Mallbackens W lost 2-1 at Hammarby W.

    Elsewhere, Miya Farouk started and went off in the 63rd minute for Eduok as his Konyaspor FC side picked up an away point in a barren stalemate at Genclerbirligi.

    • Miya Farouk in action for Konyaspor.

    In the Danish Super Liga, Moses Opondo started before paving way for Thrandarson in the 77th minute as his Odense FC side drew 1-1 against Nordsjaelland.

    In the Czech Republic second tier league, Isaac Muleme started at left back before paving way for Tusjak in the 66th minute as his Zizkov side lost 0-2 at home to Hrade Kralove.

    In the English Championship, forward Karl Ikpeauzu came on in the 63rd minute for Bloomfield as his Wycombe Wanderers side succumbed to a 5-0 loss at Blackburn Rovers.

    • Karl Mubiru Ikeapezu and his Wycombe Wanderers side succumbed to a 5-0 loss at Blackburn Rovers.

    Right back Elvis Bwomono played full time as his Southend United side lost 2-0 against Carlisle in the English league 2.

    In the MLS, Mike Azira was introduced in the 85th minute as his Chicago fire side lost 4-1 against Orlando City.

    Joseph Ochaya was in action as his TP Mazembe side beat Don Bosco 3-1 in a friendly match.

    • Joseph Ochaya in action for TP Mazembe.

    In the Germany second tier, right back Herbert Bochorn wasn’t in the match day squad as his Hannover 96 side beat Karsrusher 2-0 at home.

    Elsewhere in the Portuguese segunda, left back Alex Kakuba played full time and saw yellow as his Cova Piedade side beat Covilha 1-3 on the road.

    • Alex Kakuba.

    In Sudan, custodian Salim Jamal was absent as his Al Hilal Omdurman side beat Al Wadi 0-1 away from home.

    In the Tanzanian Vodacom Premier League, right back Nicholas Wadada played full time as his Azam FC pipped Mbeya 0-1 on the road.

    Midfielder Boban Zirintusa was key as his Mtibwa Sugars side beat Ihefu 0-1 away from home.

    Custodian Cleo Setuba and Joseph Zziwa weren’t present as their Biashara United side lost 4-0 against giants Simba SC.

    In the Burundi Primus League, defender Joseph Othieno featured as his Musongati side beat sleeping giants Vital’O 2-1 at home.

    Allan Brian Kizza and Steven Mugisha featured as their Le Messenger Ngozi side lost 0-2 at home to Olympic Stars.

    Today (21st September 2020) fixtures.

    Denmark

    Robert Kakeeto and his Aalborg side will host Horsens.

    Egypt

    Derrick Nsibambi and Smouha will host El Masary.

    Israel

    Timothy Awany, Fahad Bayo and their Ashdod FC side will host Maccabi Petah Tikva while William Luwagga Kizito and Hapoel Kfar Saba will host Bnei Yehuda.

    Sweden 🇸🇪

    Alexis Bbakka and Umea FC will host Degerfors.

  • UYFA holds tranquil assembly, FUFA President impressed by their gradual progress

    UYFA holds tranquil assembly, FUFA President impressed by their gradual progress

    The Uganda Youth Football Association (UYFA) held a successful Annual General Meeting on Thursday, September 17, 2020 at Kenendia Hotel, Katwe in Kampala.

    This was the 13th AGM for the association that brings all the youth bodies and academies in Uganda.

    The UYFA chairman John Bosco Masiko chaired this meeting that was also graced by the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo, FUFA Competitions Director Aisha Nalule, FUFA Youth Development Manager Bashir Mutyaba, Peter Nkugwa (Vice chairman, Kampala Regional Football Association), FUFA beach soccer Delegate Anthony Tumwesigye, Hamza Jjunju (Chairman, Futsal Association Uganda), UYFA executive members, among other delegates from the various football schools and academies.

    The UYFA Executive Committee members with the regional coordinators

    Eng. Magogo expressed his utmost appreciation for the high level of organization, attendance and professionalism for the assembly.

    He retaliated FUFA’s vision and mission in promotion, development and protection of the beautiful game in Uganda as the country seeks for that special ex-factor player who is yet to be discovered from the different corners of the country.

    The FUFA President also urged the different academy owners to respect the registration and licensing procedures set by the Federation.

    FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo receives a souvenir from UYFA chairman John Bosco Masiko

    “I am really very impressed by the level of organization, attendance and professionalism that I have been preaching over the years. FUFA is the best organized sports organization among the 52 sports federations in Uganda. It has been a long journey to be here. We are here out of a strategy, planning and thinking. This is not where we want to be. We are still in transit of moving from point A to B. We have the vision of being the number one football nation on and off the field in Africa. We have to develop the game of football and this entails youth, promote the game and protect football at all levels. As FUFA, we believe in youth football. In youth football, we believe that we have a secured future. We therefore need proper academy structures. We need to do things the way in an organized and structured manner. It is the reason why we came out to say that we are going to grade and classify the academies. We need players who will play at the highest leagues in the world. To develop players, we pass through processes. There is need for a detailed curriculum for on and off the field training of players. Let us respond to the call of academy licensing.” Eng. Moses Magogo.

    Some of the delegates at the 13th Uganda Youth Football Association AGM

    UYFA chairman Masiko warmly welcomed all the delegates who graced the assembly and humbled appealed to them to continue with all the efforts of promoting youth football.

    “I thank you all the delegates for the diligent work executed in developing youth football in all the respective areas of location. I appeal to the various coordinators to continue working with the football academies for good coordination” Masiko stated.

    UYFA chief executive officer Shafiq Kigongo read the year long season activities and programmes with the youth tournaments held across the season as the UYFA national tournament and several youth camps like KAJUFA, Entebbe Five Stars, Destiny Camp Lira, Watoto Wasoka and Slums derby in Kampala, and others.

    Some of the Executive Committee members of the Uganda Youth Football Association (UYFA)

    A total budget of Shs. 93,500,000 for the upcoming 2020-21 season was also approved.

    Last week, Futsal Association Uganda (FAU) and Kampala Region Football Association successfully held their AGM’s

    On Saturday, 19th September 2020, the Buganda Region Football Association also held their assembly at Tropic Hotel in Masaka, the Uganda Football Association was at FUFA House in Kampala as Kitara Region Football Association held their annual assembly in Masindi.

    This coming week, the Uganda Premier League and Uganda Beach Soccer Association (UBSA) will hold their respective assemblies on Saturday, 26th September 2020.

    All the 34 member associations of FUFA will hold their assemblies before the 96th FUFA Ordinary General Assembly at Silver Springs Hotel in Bugolobi, Kampala.

    Delegates follow keen the proceedings at the 13th UYFA AGM in Kampala
  • Ugandan players in the Diaspora: Zirintusa on target, Onyango guides Sundowns to Nedbank title

    Ugandan players in the Diaspora: Zirintusa on target, Onyango guides Sundowns to Nedbank title

    Another very interesting and entertaining weekend was for a number of Ugandan players in the diaspora as a number of football leagues resumed but do you know how they performed?

    As usual Ronald Lusulire who also hosts Tugukyangira Bunayira on 102.1 FUFA fm every Tuesday from 10pm-12MidNight along Sinan Rajub Ssenoga and Senior Journalist Abu Zikusooka brings you a detailed report of how our boys and girls fared.

    In Tanzania, Boban Zirintusa scored a header in the 46th minute as Mtibwa drew 1-1 against defending champions Simba SC.

    Zirintusa celebrating his goal

    Right back Nicholas Wadada played full-time as Azam FC beat Coastal Union 2-0 on Friday thanks to Zimbabwe forward Prince Dube’s brace.

    Custodian,Cleo Ssetuba, Joseph Zziwa and Ambrose Awio didn’t feature in Biashara United’s 1-0 win over Mwadui.

    Jackson Kibirige wasn’t part of the Kagera Sugar squad that drew 0-0 with new comers Gwambina FC.

    In Portugal, left back Alex Kakuba played full-time and got booked in the 66th minute as his CD Cova da Piedade lost 4-0 to CD Mafra in the opening round of the Portuguese second tier of Segunda Liga on Saturday.

    In SouthAfrica, custodian Denis Masinde Onyango played full and pulled off stanning saves as Mamelodi Sundowns edged Bloemfontein Celtic 1-0 in the Nedbank Cup final to complete a domestic treble on Saturday.

    Denis Onyango celebrating after winning the Nedbank Cup

    Meanwhile in the Israel Ligat Ha’al, Timothy Awany and Fahad Bayo both played in Ashdod SC’s 2-0 win over Hapoel Tel Aviv on Sunday. Awany was substituted in the 73rd minute as Bayo came off the bench in the 60th minute. Both players were booked for foul play in the 36th and 65th minute respectively.

    Elsewhere William Kizito Luwagga played full-time for Hapoel Kfar Saba who lost 2-0 to Maccabi Petah Tikva on Saturday.

    In Denmark, midfielder Robert Kakeeto came off the bench for Kasper Kusk in the 82nd minute as 10-men Aalborg BK held on to a goalless draw with Lyngby BK in the opening round of the Denmark Superliga on Sunday.

    Moses Opondo played 60 minutes before he was replaced by Aron Emil Thrandarson as OB Odense stunned FC Copenhagen 3-2 on Sunday.

    Moses Opondo in action

    In the MLS, Mike Azira was an unused substitute as Chicago Fire drew 2-2 with Columbus Crew.

    In Scotland, Bevis Mugabi was superb as Motherwell FC beat St. Johnstone 1-0 to register their first victory of the season in seven games.

    Mugabi celebrating with teammates

    In Vietnam, Geofrey Baba Kizito played full-time as a left-back in Thang Quang Ninh’s 3-2 win over Hong Linh Ha Tinh in the Vietnam Cup quarter-finals on Saturday.

    Geofrey ‘Baba’ Kizito in action

    Moses Oloya wasn’t in the match day of Ha Noi FC who thumped XSKT Can Tho 7-0 to sail into the semi finals.

    In Germany, right back Herbert Bockhorn wasn’t part of the Vfl Bochum squad that beat FV Engers 3-0 in the DFB Pokal Cup.

    In the Estonia Meistrilliga, Edrisa Lubega didn’t not feature in Paide Linameeskond’s 4-1 win over Viljandi JK Tulevik. It was the first time the former Proline FC missed a game since making his debut in march this year.

    In France, goalkeeper James Aheebwa didn’t feature for Vaulx En Velin’s 1-1 draw against his former side Lyon Duchere 2 in the French fifth tier division league.

    In England, striker Uche Ikpeazu Mubiru missed Wycombe Wanderers’ 1-0 defeat to Rotherham United on Saturday as the English Championship kicked off.

    In Egypt, Khalid Aucho played 84 minutes before he was withdrawn for Mostafa Shebeita as Misr El Makkasa beat Tanta FC 2-0 in the Egyptian Premier League on Friday.

    Khalid Aucho in action for Al Makkasa

    Midfielder Allan Kyambadde player 58 minutes before he was replaced by Amr Abdel Fattah as El Gounah lost 4-1 to Tala’ea El Gaish on Friday evening.

    In Czech Republic, Isaac Muleme played 86 minutes and got substituted for Lubos Tusjak as Viktoria Zizkov beat SK Prostejov 2-0 to make it three wins in the three games in the Czech Republic second-tier league (FNL).

    Muleme was booked in the 73rd minute.

    In Sweden, Alexis Bbakka played 90 minutes before he was substitute in the added time for Rodin Deprim as Umea FC drew 0-0 at Dalkurd FF in the Swedish Superettan (second tier) on Friday.

    Defender Mukisa Kenneth Mbayo didn’t take part in Team ThorenGruppen’s (TGFF) 3-2 win over Orebre Syrianska in the Ettan division (third tier) on Sunday.

    Viola Nambi Ssebunya wasn’t part of the match day squad as Vaxjo DFF beat Umea IK in the Swedish women’s top-flight league of Damallsvenskan on Saturday.

    Ritah Kivumbi came off the bench for Susanne Skalberg in the 30th minute as Mallbackens IF drew 2-2 at Kalmar DFF in the Swedish women’s second tier (Elitettan) on Saturday.

    Midfielder Allan Zizinga played 90 minutes before was withdrawn for Isak Ahl Holmstrom in Gute FC’s 3-3 draw with Varmbols FC in the Swedish fourth tier.

    Striker Shafik Zzimula also featured for Gute FC but was substituted after 36 minutes for Filip Hagglund.

    Ronald Ddungu Mukiibi will be in action on Monday night as Ostersunds FK host Orebro SK in the 18th round of the Swedish top-flight (Allsvenskan)

    In Burundi, defender Joseph Othieno featured for Musongati FC in their 2-0 win over Burundi Sport Dynamic in the Primus League on Saturday.

    Allan Brian Kizza and Steven Mugisha also featured for defending champions Le Messenger Ngozi who got their first victory of the season after seeing off Burundi Sport Dynamic 3-1.

  • Youth Football: UYFA streamlines sensitization for grass-root development across the 8 FUFA regions

    Youth Football: UYFA streamlines sensitization for grass-root development across the 8 FUFA regions

    In a bid to educate the owners and key stake holders involved in the day-to-day running of youth football in the country, the Uganda Youth Football Association (UYFA) initiated a nation-wide sensitization campaign.

    This campaign was intended to involve the different stake holders who are pertinent in grass-root football administration.

    All the 8 FUFA regions; Kampala, Buganda, Kitara, Western, North East, Eastern, Northern and West Nile have been involved.

    The Uganda Youth Football Associations (UYFA) sensitization has covered all the 8 regions of FUFA

    John Bosco Masiko, the chairperson of UYFA disclosed the significance of such a grueling sensitization program.

    “The Uganda Youth Football Association (UYFA) regional sensitization program is to empower all the people involved in youth football across the country.” Masiko remarked as he addressed a press conference at the FUFA Special Interest Groups (SIG’s) officials in Lungujja, Kampala.

    John Bosco Masiko, chairperson of Uganda Youth Football Association (UYFA)
    John Bosco Masiko (left)

    Implementation Mechanism:

    This worthwhile sensitization campaign was conducted across the different corners of the country with the help of the FUFA regions;

    Buganda Region: The different sub regions included Entebbe road, West Buganda, Greater Mukono and Great Masaka with the help of experienced officials – Shafik Kakooza, Tonny Mukasa, Musa Mukasa, Fred Ocweyi and Ibra Kakeeto.

    Northern Region: The Lango and Acholi sub-regions sessions were conducted by Paul Ochen Maldin and Morrise Otidi.

    Kampala Region: Makindye, Central and Lubaga divisions was handled by Mansoor Kabugo, Patrick and Betty Mayanja.

    Nakawa and Kawempe divisions had their sessions done by Sande Male and Gerald Kavuma.

    Kitara region: The Edward and Albert sub-regions were handled by Muhamed, Morris Muhindo and Juma.

    Eastern Uganda: Busoga sub-region was handled by former Uganda Cranes international Nathan Mutenza at Bulumbandi Primary School in Iganga (Next to Saza ground).

    Bugisu sub-region was dealt with by Gad Batuuse at Dream Palace Hotel in Mbale.

    Bukedi sub-region’s work was executed by Bernard Owori at the King George IV Memorial Stadium in Tororo.

    North East Region: John Erebu was in charge of with a live talk show held at the Voice of Teso 88.4 FM in Soroti.

    West Nile Region: Bosco Dudu handled the sensitization at Continental Hotel in Arua on Friday, 11th September 2020.

    Western Region: Ankole Sub-region was handled by Salim Twaha at the Kakyeka Stadium in Mbarara.

    Kigezi sub-region’s work was done by Andrew Amanya will be in charge of Kigezi sub-region at New Foundation Primary School, Kabale.

    The basis of these sensitization exercises is to ensure that academies are well structured with strong and firm roots of establishment before licensing can be fully executed.

  • Governance: Key Decisions from CAF Executive Committee Meeting

    Governance: Key Decisions from CAF Executive Committee Meeting

    Confederation of Africa Football (CAF Executive Committee held a meeting on Thursday, 10 September 2020 via video-conference.

    A number of deliberations were reached upon ranging from the 2020 CAF Ordinary General Assembly, road map to the 2021 Elective General Assembly as well as updates on the key CAF competitions as the TOTAL AFCON 2021, CAF inter-clubs tournaments, among others.

    The Committee ratified the decisions of the CAF Emergency Committee on the resumption of the qualifiers for the Total Africa Cup of Nations Cameroon 2021 qualifiers and the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022.

    Ordinary General Assembly 2020

    The CAF Ordinary General Assembly 2020 is scheduled on 11 December 2020 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

    However, and due to the health crisis and safety restrictions, Tanzania will be a backup option. Should the situation not improve, the Ordinary General Assembly is to be held by video-conference.

    Elective General Assembly 2021 and the schedule of the elections

    The CAF Elective General Assembly 2021 is to be held on 12 March 2021 in Rabat, Morocco. The timeline relating to the electoral process to the Presidency and to the CAF Executive Committee is as follows:

    · 11 September 2020: Opening of the reception of candidatures

    · 12 November 2020: Closing of the reception of candidatures

    · 11 January 2021: Communication of the names of the candidates to all the national associations

    · 12 March 2021: Elective General Assembly

    Total African Nations Championship

    · Initially scheduled for 4-25 April 2020 and postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the final tournament of the Total African Nations Championship Cameroon 2020 will now take place on 16 January to 7 February 2021.

    In addition, the 4th substitution rule in the event of extra time at the knockout stages of the competitions will be applied.

    · The final tournament of the Total African Nations Championship Algeria 2022 will be rescheduled to January 2023. The exact dates are to be discussed with the Algerian Football Federation.

    CAF Women’s Champions League

    · Each of the Six CAF Zones will organize qualifiers to determine the finalists for the eight (8) team tournament. The breakdown is as one team from each zone, one team from the host country and one additional team. For the maiden edition, the zonal union of the host country will have two representatives. However, for subsequent editions, the host country will have only one representative whilst the Zonal Union of the defending champion will qualify two teams.

    · Format of the competition

    The eight qualified teams will be drawn into two groups of four teams each in accordance with the regulations.

    · The competition will be held annually and during the second half of the year

    Total Women’s Africa Cup of Nations 2022

    · The final tournament will be played in July 2022.

    Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations 2020

    · Senegal has been declared host of the final tournament. The finalists will represent Africa at the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup Russia 2021. The details of the final tournament will be communicated in due course.

    Bid opening for the upcoming competitions

    The process of launching the bids to the following competitions is now open:

    Women’s Champions League 2021 & 2022
    Total Women’s Africa Cup of Nations – 2022
    Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations 2022
    Total U-17 Africa Cup of Nations – 2023
    Total U-20 Africa Cup of Nations – 2023
    Total U-23 Africa Cup of Nations – 2023
    Total CAF Champions League Final 2021, 2022 and 2023
    Total CAF Confederation Cup Final 2021, 2022 and 2023
    Total U-17 Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2021

    · Following a request by the Royal Moroccan Football Federation, the final tournament has been rescheduled for 13 – 31 March 2021.

    An amendment to the MRI test regulations was approved so as to disqualify any team that has even one ineligible player.

    Interclubs 2020/21 Calendar

    In light of restrictions in the Kingdom of Morocco as a result of COVID-19 pandemic leading to constraints in air travel, the remaining matches of the Total CAF Champions League and Total CAF Confederation Cup has been rescheduled following a request by the Royal Moroccan Football Federation to make way for easy travel of the participating clubs.

    The change in schedule has automatically affected the calendar of the 2020/21 season, which has been adjusted accordingly.

    The new schedule is as follows;

    *Total CAF Champions League 2019/20

    • Semi-Final

    First Leg: 17 & 18 October 2020

    Second Leg: 23 & 24 October 2020

    -Final

    6 November 2020

    *Total CAF Confederation Cup 2019/20

    -Semi-Final: 19 & 20 October 2020

    -Final: 25 October 2020

    Interclub 2020/21 season

    1st registration period: 21 October – 10 November 2020

    2nd registration period: 11 – 30 November 2020

    Preliminary round: 27-29 November 2020 & 4-6 December 2020

    2nd Preliminary round: 22-23 December 2020 & 5-6 January 2021

    Approval of merging the Governance Committee and the Audit and Compliance Committee to form one body, namely the Governance Committee with a sub-committee in charge of Audit and Compliance.

    Establishment of an Ethics subcommittee as a part of the Disciplinary Committee.

    Appointment of Mr. Yassin Osman as Independent Bodies Coordinator.

  • Ugandan Players in Diaspora: Onyango wins Seventh League Title, Nsibambi on target for Smouha

    Ugandan Players in Diaspora: Onyango wins Seventh League Title, Nsibambi on target for Smouha

    Another eye-catching weekend it was for a number of Ugandan players abroad that saw Cranes skipper Denis Onyango become a seven star general in the PSL and much more.

    As usual, Ronald Lusulire who hosts Tugukyangira Bunayira Program that purely dissects Ugandan players abroad on 102.1 FUFA fm every Tuesday from 10pm-12MidNight along Sinan Rajub Ssenoga and Senior Abu Zikusooka brings you a compiled report of how our boys and girls fared over the weekend at their respective clubs in the diaspora.

    In South Africa, the PSL reached it’s climax with Denis Masinde Onyango’s Mamelodi Sundowns snatching the title from the noses of Kaizer Chiefs on the final day. The Masandawana beat Black Leopards 3-0 at home in a game Onyango wasn’t in the match day squad.

    The championship was Onyango’s fourth at Sundowns and 7th in South Africa thus the tag Seven Star General.

    Moses Waiswa wasn’t in the match day squad as his Super Sport United side lost 1-0 at Cape Town City to end the season in fifth place on 50 points.

    Elsewhere, forward Derrick Nsibambi continued with his brilliant scoring form in Smouha SC 3-3 draw against nine men Aswan FC. Nsibambi scored in the 15th minute.

    Forward Derrick Nsibambi (M) aiming to shoot at goal during a league match in Egypt

    Allan Kyambadde started at the right wing before paving way for El Saadawy in the 66th minute as his El Gouna FC side beat Abdu Lumala’s Pyramids FC 2-1 at home.

    In the English EFL cup, Elvis Bwomono played full time at right back as his Southend United side lost 1-0 at Gillingham.

    Forward Karl Ikepazi Mubiru wasn’t in the match day squad as his new side Wycombe Wanderers lost 4-2 in penalties at Brentford following a 1-1 draw in normal time.

    In the Burundi Primus league, Brian Allan Kizza and Steven Mugisha featured for defending Champions Le Messager Ngozi as they fell 3-0 at Flambeau du Centre on match day one.

    Defender Joseph Othieno made his league debut for Musongati as they defeated Inter Star 1-0 at home in Burundi.

    In the Swedish Suppretan, forward Alexis Bbakka played full time as his Umea FC side drew 1-1 against Brage.

    In the Swedish Elitettan Women, Ritah Kivumbi came on in second half for Eriksson as her Mallbackens W beat Alvsjo W 2-0 at home.

    Monday 7th September 2020 fixtures.

    In Egypt, Khalid Aucho will be in action as his Misr Lemakasa side visits Emmanuel Okwi’s Al Ittihad.

    In the Tanzanian Vodacom Premier League, Nicholas Wadada and Azam FC host Polisi Tanzania.

    In the MLS, Mike Azira and Chicago Fire will host New England Revolution.

  • Ugandan Players in Diaspora: Lubega, Luwagga on target, Bbakka’s assist hands Umea FC crucial win

    Ugandan Players in Diaspora: Lubega, Luwagga on target, Bbakka’s assist hands Umea FC crucial win

    What a weekend it was for Ugandan players abroad as the majority didn’t only get playing time but also found the back of the net as well as registering assists.

    Ronald Lusulire who hosts Tugukyangira Bunayira Program that purely dissects Ugandan players abroad on 102.1 FUFA fm every Tuesday from 10pm-12 MidNight along Sinan Rajub Ssenoga and Senior Journalist Abu Zikusooka brings you a compiled report of how our boys and girls fared over the weekend at their respective clubs in the diaspora.

    In the Estonia Meistrilliga, forward Edrisa Lubega netted his 12th season goal from 19 games as Paide Linammeskond defeated Tammeka 3-1 at home.

    Edrisa Lubega celebrating his goal

    Paide Linammeskond moved to second place with 39 points from 19 games.

    In the Israel Ligat Ha’al, William Luwagga Kizito won it late for Hapoel Kfar Saba as they beat Hapoel Tel Aviv 2-1 at home. He played full-time upfront.

    Kizito Luwagga Celebrating his goal

    Elsewhere, Bayo Fahad made his debut at Ashdod FC as a 79th-minute substitute as they fell 2-0 at home against Kiryat Shmona on matchday one. Defender Timothy Awany played full time.

    In the Swedish Suppretan, Alexis Bbakka provided an assist in the 60th minute to Wikstrom as Umea FC picked up a vital away win defeating Brage 1-0. Bbakka was booked in the 3rd minute before being substituted for Norest towards the end of the game.

    In the Allsvenskan, Ronald Mukiibi played full time at right-back while Isak Ssewankambo wasn’t in the match day as their Ostersunds FK defeated Falkenbergs 2-1 at home. Mukiibi was booked in the 68th minute.

    In the Czech Republic second division, Isaac Muleme played full time at left back as his Viktoria Zizkov side beat Vysehrad 3-0 at home.

    Isaac Muleme in action

    In the Allsvenskun women, Viola Nambi was introduced in the 55th minute for Umotong as her Vaxjo DFF W lost 3-1 on the road to Vittsjo W.

    Meanwhile, in the Elitettan, Ritah Kivumbi wasn’t in the matchday squad as her Mallbackens side drew 1-1 at Bollstanas W.

    In Egypt, Derrick Nsibambi netted in the second consecutive game as Smouha SC beat Tanta FC 3-0 at home. He was deployed at the right side of midfield and netted in the 43rd minute before coming off for Homos later in the second half.

    Derrick Nsibambi (L) controlling the ball

    At the El Gounah stadium, Allan Kyambadde came on in the 46th minute for Roshdy before seeing yellow in the 81st minute as ElGounah beat Al Mokawloon 2-0.

    Khalid Aucho played full time last Thursday as his Misr Lemakasa side fell 3-1 at home to Wadi Degla. He also saw yellow in the 90th minute.

    Emmanuel Okwi and Abdu Lumala weren’t part of Al Ittihad and Pyramids FC match day squads as they drew 1-1 against Haaras El Hodod and defeating Aswan SC 1-2 respectively

    In the Scottish Premier League, Bevis Mugabi played full time in central defense as his Motherwell FC side lost 3-0 at Celtic to remain at the bottom.

    In the MLS, Mike Azira came on in the second half as his Chicago Fireside lost 3-1 to New York City.

    In South Africa, Denis Onyango wasn’t in the match day squad as Mamelodi Sundowns painfully lost 1-0 at home to Baroka FC.

    Moses Waiswa wasn’t in the match day squad as his Supersport United side lost 2-1 at Orlando Pirates.

    In the South African second tier, Martin Kiiza came on in second half as his Royal Eagles drew 0-0 against Steenberg United.

    In the Morrocco Botola Pro League, Nelson Ssenkatuka wasn’t in the match day squad as his Mogreb Tetouan side lost 2-0 at Diffa El Jadida.

  • Internal Relations: FUFA – UPL engage in successful inaugural breakfast meeting

    Internal Relations: FUFA – UPL engage in successful inaugural breakfast meeting

    As earlier planned, Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) fulfilled the promise of  hosting monthly break fast meetings with the Uganda Premier League members.

    The inaugural meeting was held on Monday, August 24, 2020 at May Apple Hall, Imperial Royale Hotel in Kampala.

    The FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo graced the meeting, well attended by the UPL governing members and the different club chairpersons and other representatives.

    Eng. Moses Magogo with his speech during the FUFA – UPL breakfast meeting
    The 1st FUFA-UPL Breakfast meeting was held at MayApple Hall, Imperial Royale Hotel, Kampala

    ‘As we FUFA, we had a promise to initiate FUFA-UPL breakfast monthly meetings, we have delivered. Let us remain supportive as we continue to involve the different parties. We all have a common agenda which is sport. There is a lot of value addition. We must protect the brand of the UPL, it is a baby we must protect at all times.’ Eng. Magogo remarked.

    Eng. Magogo notified that clubs about the availability of the COVID-19 relief funds which will finally be disbursed to the respective club accounts and also informed them of the possibility to acquire the loan for football development (for infrastructural development and football projects).

    R-L: FUFA Ceo Edgar Watson with his deputies Humphrey Mandu and Decolas Kiiza
    Decolas Kiiza hinted about the systematic return of football

    ‘FUFA is in control of these COVID-19 funds. The objective is to compensate losses by making payments directly to the club accounts. We also have to ensure that football eventually resumes since you are aware that there 22 unfinished matches that have to be completed before the season new season resumes in October 2020’ Eng. Magogo added.

    FUFA Deputy CEO – Football Decolas Kiiza retaliated the urgency and systematic need for the return of football, also hinting about the date and venue of the 96th FUFA Ordinary Assembly.

    Arinaitwe Rugyendo

    ‘There is need to return to the fields of play by yesterday rather than tomorrow. FUFA continues to engage Government through the National Council of Sports and Ministry of Health on how football can best return, even without fans in respect of the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s)’ Kiiza noted.

    UPL CEO Bernard Bainamani labeled the 2020-21 football season as a unique one where Force majeure element (Coronavirus pandemic) came into play to force the abrupt end of the StarTimes Uganda Premier League.

    Bernard Bainamani

    ‘The 2019-20 StarTimes Uganda Premier League was unique in such away that the Coronavirus pandemic caused an abrupt end of the season. This brought a situation where the remaining batch of the sponsors’ money has not been paid and there is a fraction is being discussed’ Bainamani stated.

    The different club officials reacted onto the COVID-19 relief fund and StarTimes sponsorship money, sharing the views that will be forwarded ahead.

    Shawn Mubiru, CEO Sports Club Villa

    SC Villa’s Shawn Mubiru advised the clubs to take a strong stand, one that will not be compromised.

    “This is a big challenge that we have to face as UPL. We must take a strong stand as one entity and bargain for the best” Mubiru said.

    George William Mulindwa, Chairperson of Vipers Sports Club

    Vipers’ chairperson George William Mulindwa urged the negotiations to go ahead with either parties presenting their case as a lasting solutions is sought.

    “There is need to call for re-negotiations between the UPL and StarTimes until the best position will be reached” Mulindwa urged.

    Diana Hope Nyago, Chairperson of Busoga United Football Club

    Busoga United’s chairperson Diana Hope Nyago hailed the meeting and believes this is the right forum to discuss the ideas between clubs, UPL and the Federation.

    She retaliated how the economic concession has affected all the clubs, politely asking FUFA to disburse the COVID-19 funds and as well continue engaging StarTimes for the remaining part of the sponsorship money.

    ‘This was really a good breakfast meeting because the ideas and real issues within the clubs are being discussed. We ask the Federation to release the COVID-19 money and as well continue to engage the league sponsors (StarTimes) for the remaining monies’ she stated.

    Moses Kaddu, administrator at KCCA Football Club

    KCCA’s Moses Kaddu urged FUFA to quickly intervene in the re-start of football with the Central Government since KCCA and Vipers will be representing the country on the continent in the nearby future.

    ‘We politely ask FUFA for an allowance to allow KCCA and Vipers to start preparation for the CAF engagements which will be happening before the end of the year’ Kaddu appealed.

    Hassan Lule, Wakiso Giants Chairperson

    Wakiso Giants’ Chairman Hassan Lule called upon the value for money that each club is warranted to receive.

    Peter Emojong, representing newly promoted Malaba Youth Development Association (MYDA) Football Club welcomed FUFA’s idea of the loan arrangement to clubs, especially community clubs like MYDA.

    The next meeting will be held on Monday, 28th September 2020 (venue will be communicated).

    Justus Mugisha, FUFA 1st Vice President
    Chris Kalibala, FUFA Executive Committee member

    Attendants of the 1st FUFA – UPL Breakfast meeting:

    Eng. Moses Magogo (FUFA President), Justus Mugisha (1st Vice President), Darius Mugoye (2nd Vice President), Chris Kalibala (FUFA Executive Committee Member), Edgar Watson (Chief Executive Officer), Humphrey Mandu (Deputy CEO – Services), Decolas Kiiza (Deputy CEO – Football), Denis Lukambi (Head of Legal), Aisha Nalule (FUFA Competitions Director), Esther Musoke (FUFA Marketing Director), Ahmed Hussein (FUFA Communications Director), Ivan Kintu Bayige (FUFA Club Licensing manager), Swalley Kenyi (FUFA Member Associations Officer), Leila Nankya (FUFA Events manager), Sadam Bulega (FUFA Marketing Assistant), Arinaitwe Rugyendo (UPL Board Chairman), Fred Guy Kawuma (UPL Member), Bernard Bainamani (CEO, Uganda Premier League), Gordon Mundeyi (Communications and Marketing Officer, UPL), Alex Luganda (UPL Legal officer), Diana Nyago (Chairperson, Busoga United), George William  Mulindwa (Chairperson, Vipers), Kiryowa Kiwanuka (Chairperson Express – Via Conference), Hassan Lule (Chairperson, Wakiso Giants), Ronnie Mutebi (Chairperson, Bright Stars), Ruben Mubiru Kaggwa (Chairperson, Kyetume – via Conference) Shawn Mubiru (CEO, SC Villa), Moses Kaddu (Administrator, KCCA), Fahad Lumu (CEO, Police), Ashraf Miiro (CEO, UPDF), Ahmed Kongola (CEO, BUL), Ceaser Lebeja (URA)

    UPDF CEO, Ashraf Miiro (left) with his BUL counterpart Ahmed Kongola
  • Ugandan players in Diaspora: Lubega, Luwagga on target as Bbakka returns from injury lay off

    Ugandan players in Diaspora: Lubega, Luwagga on target as Bbakka returns from injury lay off

    It was another action packed weekend for a couple of Ugandan footballers in the diaspora.

    Most of the players earned the valuable playing time with some on target as the post COVID-19 era continues for football (behind closed doors) in many countries.

    Ugandan footballers based in Estonia, Czech Republic, Sweden, Denmark, Egypt and South Africa all featured in the different matches.

    Striker Edrisa “Torres” Lubega’s scoring prowess continued in the Estonia Meistrilliga league.

    The scoring ace netted his eleventh goal of the season from fifteen games as Paide Linammeskond condemned Kuressare 4-0 on the road.

    Edrisa “Torres” Lubega

    Lubega was on the mark in the 50th minute before paving way later for Anier.

    During the Israel Toto Cup, William Luwagga Kizito’s 40th minute strike wasn’t enough to save Hapoel Kfar Saba from defeat as they lost 2-1 at Bnei Yehuda to finish in 8th place.

    Elsewhere, defender Timothy Awany featured while new boy Fahad Bayo did not as Ashdod FC fell 2-0 on the road to Kiryat Shmona in the Israel Toto Cup.

    It was good news to David Alexis Bbakka and his Swedish club Umea as the forward returned from a long injury lay off.

    Alexis Bbakka (L) in action for Umea FC

    Umea played to a one all draw with Norrby in the Swedish Suppretan, Bbakka playing the final 28 minutes.

    In the Swedish Allsvenskun, defenders Ronald Mukiibi and Isak Ssewankambo played full time as their Ostersunds FK side defeated ten-man Elfsborg 1-0 on the road.

    Ssewankambo also got booked in this duel.

    Viola Nambi was not in the match day squad as her Vaxjo DFF W lost 1-0 at home to Linkopings during the Allsvenskun women league.

    Ritah Kivumbi

    Meanwhile in the Elitettan Women, forward Ritah Kivumbi started before paving way for Johansson in the second half as her Mallbackens W drew 1-1 at home against Hammarby.

    In the South African PSL, custodian Denis Masinde Onyango was in goal as his Mamelodi Sundowns side drew 2-2 at Maritzburg United.

    In South African second-tier, Martin Kizza featured as his Royal Eagles side drew 0-0 on the road against Uthongathi.

    Striker Nelson Ssenkatuka was not in the match-day squad as his Mogreb Tetouan defeated FUS Rabat 1-0 in the Morrocco Botola Pro league.

    In Scotland, defender Bevis Mugabi played full time in central as his Motherwell FC side lost 1-0 at home to Hamilton FC.

    Isaac Muleme in action in Czech Republic

    In the Czech Republic second division, Isaac Muleme played full time as his Viktoria Zizkov side defeated Mas Toborsko 3-1 away from home.

    In the Egyptian Premier League, Khalid Aucho started before paving way for Shebeita deep in second half as his Misr Lemakasa side defeated El Masry 2-0 on the road.

    Midfielder Allan Kyambadde was an unused substitute as his El Gouna FC side lost 1-0 at home against Masr.

    Derrick Nsibambi started and assisted before coming off in the 76th minute as his Smouha FC lost 2-1 against Abdu Lumala’s Pyramids FC.

    Lumala is still out injured.

    Compiled by Ronnie Lusulire

  • Uganda Cranes’ head coach Johnathan McKinstry on anticipated return of international football, progress of foreign based legion

    Uganda Cranes’ head coach Johnathan McKinstry on anticipated return of international football, progress of foreign based legion

    Uganda Cranes head coach Johnathan McKinstry has reaffirmed the readiness for the team when football eventually returns after the Coronavirus pandemic scourge that caused a forced break in March 2020.

    In the latest interview with www.fufa.co.ug, McKinstry elucidates about the readiness of his technical team and the players upon the return of international football this November, the preparatory campaign strategy and the performance of the foreign based Ugandans with the return of football leagues in most countries.

    Q1- Greetings coach and how is continued work behind the scenes during the lockdown.

    Obviously, like everybody, it has been a challenge. I am not so naïve to think that my lockdown was the same as the rest of everyone’s. We had to get used to a lot of new things, new ways of doing work. We have used the time wisely. We have not been sitting on our hands. We have actively been involved with programmes, constant contact with players.

    As we come back, we are going to be as well prepared like the rest of other countries in Africa. We are good to go.

    Uganda Cranes head coach Johnathan McKinstry during the interview

    Q2- Finally there is a reschedule of the international fixtures this year. You were meant to have 4 Nations cup qualifiers this year but that has been reduced to two matches in November. How has this affected your plans in 2020?

    Everything is delayed. Everything is pushed back. Originally, the plan was to have the final tournament in Cameroon for the finals tournament in January 2021. We now know it was pushed ahead to 2022. We have to be very patient.

    Concerning the match days three and four preparations of the AFCON 2021 that will be in November 2020. We already had preparations but there will be a complete review. We shall go back to review because the squad we named in March is not the same squad we shall name in November. For example, in March, Farouk Miya was injured and not considered. But now, he is well  and fit. For Abdul Lumala, in March, he had come back and was playing well for Pyramids but he is now recovering and will be reviewed.

    Farouk Miya celebrates a goal in the Turkish league

    Q3- It looks like it will be a busy period from November 2020 to the end of 2021. The AFCON Qualifiers, CHAN Finals, world cup campaign and then the AFCON Finals in 2022. What kind of campaign should we expect from you and the entire team?

    First and foremost, from the coach’s perspective I think everyone appreciates that one of the frustrations of international football coaching is that you a lot of contact time with your players, of your club environment. You are there every day, every week. Whereas at the international environment, it is periodic. 2021 will be a very busy period with the CHAN finals, AFCON qualifiers, FIFA World Cup qualifiers and the CECAFA. It will be good for us. The more the players are together, the better for us to plan.

    We shall advance our playing time even further because we shall have a lot of time with the players. The players are hungry to be back in action.

    The Uganda Cranes players are hungry for action

    Q4-The impatient fans can’t wait to see you and the boys play at home. Do you have a picture in mind of what kind of life they are going through?

    There is no doubt in my mind that the COVID-19 pandemic has placed huge stress and pressures on people in all over the world but especially here in Uganda. The majority of the people work on a daily salary and so for a period of time, they were  not able to go to work, it was really a challenging situation. But, the people abided by the regulations in order to keep themselves, their friends, families and the country safe.

    Hopefully now, we are over the worst of the pandemic and hopefully, we can now start edging towards normalcy. And the people can get back to not just what they used to, but also enjoy their social time like they used to and part of that is coming to back to the sporting arenas, stadia whether supporting the Uganda Premier League or the national team (Uganda Cranes).

    We look forward to be able to step to Namboole again and we really hope that sports is gonna be the opportunity to celebrate and come together after difficult time. We are looking forward November not just a celebration but ensuring that Uganda Cranes qualifies for the AFCON for the third time in a row.

    Q5 – Football is back in most countries where most Ugandans play like Tanzania, Sweden, Estonia, South Africa, Israel, Egypt, Denmark and elsewhere. How do you rate the progress of the players?

    Most of our players have come back well from the Coronavirus pandemic.

    Fahad Bayo’s move to Israel is a positive move for him. He joins other players as Timothy Awany and William Luwagga Kizito. Another player who has been top notch is Edrisa Lubega in Estonia. Faruku Miya came back from injury and has performed well. Alexis Bbakka in Sweden has been scoring the goals, Denis Onyango in South Africa and a couple of players in the Egyptian Premier League. This is very good news for the Ugandan team.

    Uche Mubiru with his new manager at Wycombe Wanderers, Gareth Ainsworth

    Q6 – Uche Mubiru signed for Wycombe Wanderers. How much faith do you have in him and the new deal?

    For Mubiru, it was really interesting. His former club Heart of Midlothian appointed a new manager who is my good friend so we had some very discussions and thought there would be a very good feat between the club, head coach and the player. Before his announcement on Monday this week, we kept in close contact with Mubiru informing me and getting my opinion of the development. Interestingly, the current head coach at Wycombe Wanderers (Gareth Ainsworth) is my other good friend having done the coaching badges together. He has a real vision that Mubiru can be a real key component at Wycombe Wanderers. Mubiru is stepping up to a higher league having played in the Scottish league last year. The Championship is regarded globally as one of the most competitive leagues and this will help him develop further as a player.

    Johnathan McKinstry during the interview at his office in Mengo, Kampala
  • CAF Confirms new dates for AFCON 2021, FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifiers

    CAF Confirms new dates for AFCON 2021, FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifiers

    The CAF Emergency Committee has approved dates for the resumption of the qualifiers of the Total Africa Cup of Nations Cameroon 2021 and the group stages of the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers-Qatar 2022.

    The latest update indicates that Uganda Cranes will now play Match Day 3 and 4 between 9th and 17th November 2020.

    The Group B leaders will then play Match Day 5 and Match Day 6 between 22nd – 30th March 2021.

    The Cranes is at the top of the table with 4 points from 2 games played followed by Burkina Faso, Malawi in third while South Sudan at the bottom. The Finals will be hosted by Cameroon in January 2022.

    Meanwhile, FIFA World Cup 2022 qualifiers new dates have also been confirmed with the Match Day 1&2 scheduled to be played between 31st May – 15 June 2021.

    Match Day 3&4 are slated between 30th August – 7th September 2021 while Match Day 5&6 are to happen between 4th – 12th October 2021.

    The Knockout Matches (Playoffs) will be played between 8th – 16th November 2021.

    Uganda Cranes is in Group E together with Mali, Kenya and Rwanda.

    AFCON Qualifier Fixture:

    Match Day 3 and 4 (9th – 17th November 2020)

    Match Day 5 and 6 (22nd – 30th March 2021)

  • Ugandan Players in Diaspora: Luwagga on target twice, Mugabi’s Motherwell earns a point against Hibernian

    Ugandan Players in Diaspora: Luwagga on target twice, Mugabi’s Motherwell earns a point against Hibernian

    The Ugandan footballers in the foreign leagues continue to make a mark everywhere they ply their professional trade.

    This weekend was action packed with a couple of Ugandans playing in Israel, South Africa, Czech Republic, Sweden, Scotland, Estonia and Egypt.

    Uganda Cranes offensive midfielder William Luwagga Kizito netted a brace as his Hapoel Kfar Saba side defeated Maccabi Petach-Tikva 4-1 away in the Israel Toto cup Ligat.

    “I want to work hard to ensure I better my previous season performance as well as being a starter in the Hapoel Kfar Saba team”– William Luwagga, is quoted at the climax of the previous season.

    In the same league, defender Timothy Awany wasn’t in the match day squad as his Ashdod FC side lost 2-0 against Beitar Jerusalem in the same cup.

    New signing Bayo Fahad is still in self-isolation after arriving last week in Israel.

    During the Scotland Premier League, defender Bevis Mugabi played full time in central defense as his Motherwell FC side drew goalless at Hibernia FC to pick up their second season point from four games.

    Motherwell Defender Bavis Mugabi

    Meanwhile in Egypt, Derrick Nsibambi played 66 minutes before getting off for Ahmed Homos as his Smouha SC side drew 1-1 with Arab Contractors on Thursday.

    In the Morrocan Botola Pro league, forward Nelson Ssenkatuka didn’t feature as his Mogreb Tetouan side lost 1-2 at home to 10-man Hassania Agadir.

    Nelson Senkatuka in action

    Midfielder Khalid Aucho played 75 minutes before paving way for defender Mohammad Desouki as his Misr El Makkasa lost 1-0 to Zamalek SC on Saturday.

    Allan Kyambadde did not make the match day squad as his El Gouna side drew 1-1 while Emmanuel Okwi’s Al Ittihad.

    Okwi wasn’t in the squad as well as he is currently in Uganda.

    Injured Abdu Lumala wasn’t in the match day squad as his Pyramids FC side drew 2-2 against El Gaish.

    Come the South African Premier Soccer League, Dennis Masinde Onyango was in goal as his Mamelodi Sundowns drew 1-1 with Highlands Park on Friday to paralyse their chances of defending the championship.

    Midfielder Moses Waiswa wasn’t in the match day squad as his SuperSport United side drew 1-1 at home to Bloemfontein Celtic.

    Denis Onyango in during the match against Highlands Park

    Winger Martin Kizza and his Royal Eagles side lost 1-0 to TS Galaxy FC in the Glad Africa Championship in South Africa.

    Isaac Muleme played full-time as his Viktoria Zizkov side cruised 4-0 past Cesky Lev Union Beroun in the Czech MOL Cup.

    In Sweden, Ronald Mukiibi came off the bench in the 84th minute replacing left-back Kalpi Outtara as Ostersunds FK secured a 1-0 away win over AIK. Another Ugandan defender Isak Ssewankambo featured full time for Ostersunds.

    Ronald Mukiibi playing for Ostersunds in Sweden

    Forward Alexis Bbakka wasn’t in the match day squad due to injury as his Umea FC side lost 2-0 at Vasteras SK in the Swedish Suppretan.

    Patrick Mulyanti was in as his IFK Amal lost 5-0 to Vanersborgs FK in the Swedish Vanersvallen Nord.

    Striker Viola Nambi came off the bench in the 46th minute as her Vaxjo DFF side lost 2-0 to Vittsjo GIK in the Swedish women’s top-flight league on Sunday while

    Ritah Kivumbi was substituted for Polish midfielder Patrycja Jerzak as Mallbackens IF lost 1-0 to Jitex in the Swedish Elitettan.

    Last week on Wednesday, Kivumbi had scored her fifth goal of the season as they beat Lidkoping 3-0.

    In the Estonia Meistrilliga, forward Edrisa Lubega started before going off in the 69th minute as his Paide Linammeskond side beat Tulevik 3-1 away from home.

    Monday fixtures:

    Egyptian Premier League;

    Derrick Nsibambi and his Smouha SC side plays Enppi away from home.

    South Africa Premier Soccer League;

    Denis Masinde Onyango’s Mamelodi Sundowns will visit Cape Town City FC.

    Swedish Allsvenskun;

    Ronald Mukiibi and Isak Ssewankambo’s Ostersunds FK hosts Kalmar FF

    Compiled by Ronnie Lusulire

  • FUFA allocates FIFA COVID-19 Relief fund

    FUFA allocates FIFA COVID-19 Relief fund

    The FUFA Executive Committee which sat on Monday, 17th August 2020 has approved appropriation of the FIFA COVID-19 relief grant of 500,000.

    The decision has been made in consideration of the FIFA COVID-19 Relief plan regulations.

    The Executive Committee will reconvene soon to take a decision on the appropriation of the Women Football Grant based on the strategy submitted earlier to FIFA.

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    The FUFA CEO Edgar Watson, confirmed the latest development in Circular number 1113 that has been communicated to the member clubs, member associations and other football stake holders.

    ‘FUFA wishes to announce receipt of USD 500,000 being the first part of Solidarity Grant earlier applied for and approved by FIFA. The FUFA Executive Committee deliberated on and approved the allocation of the funds.  As stipulated in the Regulations funds will be transferred directly to the beneficiaries’ bank accounts within the next 14 days’ noted Watson.

    ‘FUFA is in the process of applying for the Women’s Football Grant and all stakeholders will be informed of any developments in this regard as soon as they occur. FUFA wishes to express its gratitude to FIFA for the timely support to football and its stake holders especially during this COVID-19 Pandemic period’ added Watson.

                

  • Ugandans in Diaspora: Lubega scores brace, Muleme features for Zizkov upon return

    Ugandans in Diaspora: Lubega scores brace, Muleme features for Zizkov upon return

    Monday 3rd August 2020

    Edrisa Lubega (M) aiming to score durin the match against Legion

    There wasn’t a lot of action over the weekend for the majority of Ugandan players in the diaspora as some leagues climaxed while others are in the preseason.

    In the Estonia Meistrilliga, forward Edrisa Lubega continued with his sublime form with another brace as his Paide Linammeskond defeated Legion 3-0.

    He netted in the 2nd and 43rd minute to take his season tally to eight goals.

    After the match, the Cranes forward was taken for an anti-doping test with the results okay before attributing his performance to hard work.

    “Hard Work is the magic behind my good performances and I will keep working hard to ensure I win more games for my team.” He told FUFA Media.

    In Czech Republic, left-back Isaac Muleme featured for his Viktoria Zizkov side upon return on loan from Slovakia side FC Nitra as they beat Jablonec 3-0 in a build-up match.

    Isaac Muleme

    In Zambia, Paul Musamali started as his Buildcon FC side lost 2-0 at Napsa Stars.

    Custodian Yasin Mugabi was on the bench as his Red Arrows FC side drew 2-2 against Nkana Red Devils.

    Defender Shafiq Bakaki was also an unused substitute.

    Monday action:

    Defender Bevis Mugabi will be in action this evening as his Motherwell FC side visits Ross County in matchday one of the Scottish Premier League.

    Uganda Cranes and Matherwell Defender Bevis Mugabi

    Compiled by Ronnie Lusulire

  • Youth Football: Fresh guidelines for all academies in Uganda

    Youth Football: Fresh guidelines for all academies in Uganda

    Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) has a well a laid out vision; “To be the number one footballing country in Africa on and off the field”.

    It is upon this background that all efforts being undertaken are deliberate to streamline the development of the game at all levels, right from the grassroot.

    The federation further stresses the right player development and has since established a well laid curriculum which will be a mandatory syllabus in the player development.

    Henceforth, all football academies will be issued with licenses which will be classified in classes A to D, and will expire after two years.

    The licenses will be graded according to the Academies’ Infrastructure, Governance, Administration (and personnel), Sporting and Finance.

    The licensed academies will share with FUFA the data about their players which will be recorded in the FUFA master player database and each player issued with a unique number.

    “This will help to capture the proper bio data inclusive of the age for the players at the right time and also provide FUFA with records for player training compensation of all the academies the player went through from the age of 12 years as provided for in the FIFA and FUFA Regulations for the Status and Transfer of the Players. It is paramount and strategic that all professional clubs operate proper academies and engage in the FUFA Youth Competitions. It will not only provide quality players with the club culture inculcated in them but also a possible source of revenue to the clubs.With improved player identification and development conveyor belt oiled, it will be a matter of time for Ugandan football to achieve our vision thus; To become the number one football nation in Africa on and off the field. I  call upon all the stakeholders to understand this licensing not as an inconvenience or repressive agenda but a tool of development towards producing quality footballers in some of the top most leagues in the world” FUFA President, Eng. Moses Magogo.

    Kids of Arua Academy team captain Francis Econi recieves the trophy during the 2014 City Tyres final after overcoming Nebbi to qualify for the Nationals that were held in Masaka

    In place are the FUFA Registered Football Academy (FRFA) licensing regulations.

    These, are the rules governing licensing of football academies and authorization to organize Youth Football Competitions in Uganda.

    The FRFA License shall mean the authorization and recognition by FUFA to engage in the training, developing and organizing football competitions comprising of young players from a minimum age of 6 years to 18 years.

    To apply for the FRFA License, one will be required to provide the Filled Application Form, Proof of Payment of Application Fee as set by FUFA, Current Membership Certificate from the UYFA, List of Players and their details as required in the relevant forms , List of Coaches, Teachers and managers and their details as required in the relevant forms, Names, Address and Signatures (Natural Persons)/Authorized Signatures (Legal Person(s) of the Owners of the Applicant and other Licensing requirements as required by these or other FUFA Rules.

    “Ugandan football has been undergoing revolutionalization to regain and surpass its previous heights and in the recent past FUFA has been undergoing strategic reforms in various areas of focus as detailed in the FUFA Strategic Plan and the consequent sporting and business results are premeditated. In order to achieve our vision through our mission, development of the entire human resource behind the game cannot be emphasized enough. Player development is consequently very strategic and a core activity for the future.It is on this basis that FUFA decided to de-register all football academies and there is a requirement for all those institutions and individuals interested in operating football schools (academies) to apply to FUFA for the License. It is also going to be a requirement to participate and organise youth football competition to obtain a competition license from FUFA.“ Decolas Kiiza Hantali, Deputy CEO (Football) remarked in a circular.

    Bashir Mutyaba, the FUFA Youth Football Development officer and the office of the Chief Executive Officer will directly oversee the whole process.

    FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo (right) with the FUFA Youth Development  Manager Bashir Mutyaba

     Significance:

    • To help to inculcate professionalism amongst intending elite football players.
    • To provide an environment to identify and nurture various talents required for the game of football.
    • To provide a safe learning environment leading to self-knowledge on fair play; laws of the game; health and fitness; leadership; tactics through fun.
    • Help safeguard and protect children’s’ rights.

     

    Find out the details:

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    Circular No.1110- Academies Regulations

  • Ugandan footballers in diaspora: Zirintusa ends season with a brace, Lubega can’t stop scoring in Estonia

    Ugandan footballers in diaspora: Zirintusa ends season with a brace, Lubega can’t stop scoring in Estonia

    A couple of footballers with Ugandan decent featured in the diaspora league games and build up games prior to the new season.

    Midfielder Boban Zirintusa grabbed a brace as his Mtibwa Sugars side beat Ruvu Shooting 2-1 in the final game of the Tanzanian Vodacom Premier League.

    This was his second brace in the season after an earlier great show with the same collection against Singida United.

    Zirintusa Boban in action for Mutibwa Sugar in Tanzania.

    Uganda Cranes right-back Nicholas Wadada played full time as his Azam FC side drew 2-2 at Tanzania Prisons while Seiri Arigumaho featured as his side Singida fell 0-2 at home to Biashara United.

    Inform Uganda Cranes forward Edrisa Lubega netted a brace as his side Paide Linammeskond beat Levadia 4-2 in the Estonia Meistrilliga. He now has six goals this season.

    Edrisa Lubega (L) in action for Paide Linammeskond in Estonia

    In the Turkey Premier League, Uganda Cranes star Miya Faruku registered an assist for his Konyaspor FC side but lost 3-2 against Alanyaspor FC as the league climaxed.

    In the Danish Premier League, Robert Kakeeto played full time as his Aalborg FC side defeated Midtjylland 2-1 on the road while another Uganda Cranes player Moses Opondo came on in the 39th minute for Laursen as his Odense FC side drew 1-1 at Horsens FC.

    Robert Kakeeto in action for  Aalborg FC

    Uganda Cranes winger Moses Oloya also played for 90 minutes as his Hanoi T$T defeated Ho chi Minch 3-0 and so did Joseph Mpande as his Hai Phong FC drew 1-1 with Hong Linh Ha Tinh.

    Elsewhere in the Vietnam Premier League, Uganda Cranes midfielder Geofrey Baba Kizito played for 90 minutes as his Than Quang Ninh FC beat Song Lam Nghe 2-0.

    Geofrey Kizito controlling the ball during the match against Song Lam Nghe

    In the Swedish Suppretan,  Uganda Cranes striker Alexis Bbakka wasn’t in the matchday squad due to injury as his Umea FC side defeated Ljungskile 3-1 at home.

    In the Swedish Elitettan Women, forward Ritah Kivumbi played full time as her Mallbackens W beat Sandvikens W 3-2 while in the Swedish Allsvenskan Women, Viola Nambi wasn’t in the matchday squad as her Vaxjo DFF W defeated Pitea W 0-1 on the road.

    In Albania, former Uganda Cranes left fullback Godfrey Walusimbi wasn’t in the matchday squad as his Vllaznia FC side lost 3-0 at Partizani.

    In Scotland, Uganda Cranes defender Bevis Mugabi and his Motherwell FC side drew 2-2 against Hamilton FC in a friendly match prior to the new season.

    Meanwhile, In Israel,  Uganda Cranes players William Luwagga Kizito and Timothy Awany kick started pre-season training at Hapoel Kfar Saba and Ashdod FC respectively ahead of the 2020/21 season.

    Luwagga Kizito (M) during training in Israel.

    Elswhere;

    Defender Isak Ssewankambo featured for 90 minutes as his side Ostertunds drew 0-0 with Djurgarden while  Uganda Cranes defender Ronald Ddungu Mukiibi wasn’t in the 18 man squad due to injury in the Swedish Allsvenskan.

    In the Zambian Premier League, Paul Musamali featured as his Buildcon FC side beat Nakalamba Leopards 3-0 while defender Shafiq Bakaki was an unused substitute as his Nkana Red Devils side beat Zanaco FC 3-0. Goalkeeper James Alitho wasn’t in for Zanaco.

    In France, Dereck Kutesa featured for his Reims FC side as they defeated Le Harve 3-0 in a friendly match while In the English Championship, forward Jordan Obita was an unused substitute as his Reading FC side lost 4-1 to Swansea City.

    In USA, Ian Ssendi was in as his Minneapolis FC drew 1-1 against Turbo Sports in the Goals Minnesota cup.

    Report compiled by Ronnie Lusulire