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  • Strong start for McKinstry as Uganda Cranes beats Ethiopia

    Strong start for McKinstry as Uganda Cranes beats Ethiopia

    International Friendly Match: Ethiopia 0-1 Uganda Cranes

    Uganda Cranes registered a 1-0 victory over Ethiopia during the international build up match played at the Bahir Dar Stadium on Sunday.

    Emmanuel Arnold Okwi headed home the game’s lone strike  that kicked off the first of the many international matches lined up for newly appointed Cranes head coach Johnathan McKinstry.

    Okwi nodded the goal following a well delivered cross by left winger Joseph Benson Ochaya in the 20th minute of the well attended game in the horn of Africa country.

    There was no further goal from either side after that as Uganda Cranes defence held it tight and efforts by the forwards to double the lead were frustrated by the solid Ethiopian back line.

    Abdul Lumala (middle) dribbles during the game. McKinstry had the opportunity to see his players for the first time in action. 

    The build up was of significance to the Uganda Cranes ahead of the two AFCON 2021 Qualifiers against Burkina Faso and Malawi to be played between 11th and 19th of November 2019.

    Majority of the many foreign based players will return to the respective clubs by Monday.

    The two home based players and the technical team are expected to reach Entebbe International Airport on Monday evening and later join the Uganda Cranes Squad preparing for the final round of the of the CHAN Qualifiers against Burundi.

    Also straight away, McKinstry will join the CHAN team that kicked off preparations on Sunday at Lugogo for the return leg of the TOTAL CHAN 2020 match against Burundi this coming Saturday.

    L-R (Standing back row): Emmanuel Arnold Okwi, Joseph Benson Ochaya, Bevis Mugabi, Ronald Brian Mukiibi, Hassan Wasswa Mawanda and Denis Onyango (Captain). Front Row: Abdu Lumala, Allan Kyambadde, Tadeo Lwanga, William Luwagga Kizito and Henry Patrick Kaddu
    The substitutes and members of the technical team. 3rd Left is Head coach Johnathan McKinstry

    Uganda Cranes XI:

    Denis Onyango (GK, Captain), Ronald Brian Ddungu Mukiibi (Nico Wakiro Wadada), Joseph Benson Ochaya, Hassan Wasswa Mawanda, Bevis Mugabi Kristoper Kizito, Tadeo Lwanga, Emmanuel Arnold Okwi, Allan Kyambadde (Kirizestom Ntambi), Abdu Lumala, Henry Patrick Kaddu (Isaac Muleme), William Kizito Luwagga (Moses Opondo)
    Substitutes Not Used:
    Robert Odongkara (G.K), Timothy Denis Awany, Milton Karisa, Derrick Paul Nsibambi, Allan Kayiwa
    Left full back Joseph Benson Ochaya races to the ball during the game. He made the delivery to Okwi  who netted the game’s only goal. 
    A section of fans who watched Uganda Cranes’ 1-0 victory over Ethiopia on Sunday in Bahir Dar 
  • Uganda Cranes Starting XI to face Ethiopia named

    Uganda Cranes Starting XI to face Ethiopia named

    Ethiopia vs Uganda Cranes  at Bahir Dar Stadium

    Live on 102.1 FUFA fm 

    Kick off time: 4pm 

     Date: Sunday 13th Oct 2019

     

    The Uganda Cranes Head coach Johnathan McKinstry has named his starting XI to take on Ethiopia today at 4pm in the International friendly match at Bahir Dar Stadium.

    The coach will use the players and the match as he plans for the two AFCON 2021 Qualifiers against Burkina Faso and Malawi to be played between 11th and 19th of November 2019.

    Uganda Cranes Starting XI  against Ethiopia

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    1.Denis Onyango (GK, Capt)
    2.Ronald Brian Ddungu Mukiibi
    3.Joseph Benson Ochaya
    4.Hassan Wasswa Mawanda
    5.Bevis Mugabi Kristoper Kizito
    6.Tadeo Lwanga
    7.Emmanuel Arnold Okwi
    8.Allan Kyambadde
    9.Abdu Lumala
    10.Henry Patrick Kaddu
    11.William Kizito Luwagga
    ============
    Substitutes
    ============
    12.Robert Odongkara
    13.Timothy Denis Awany
    14.Nico Wakiro Wadada
    15.Isaac Muleme
    16. Kirizestom Ntambi
    17.Milton Karisa
    18.Moses Opondo
    19.Derrick Paul Nsibambi
    20.Allan Kayiwa
  • Uganda Cranes ready for international build up against Ethiopia

    Uganda Cranes ready for international build up against Ethiopia

    International Friendly Match: Ethiopia Vs Uganda Cranes

    Sunday, 13th October 2019

    Bahir Dar Town (4 PM, Live on 102.1 FUFA f.m)

    *At Bahir Dar Stadium, Ethiopia.

    The Uganda Cranes team is set to take on Ethiopia in an international friendly match at the Bahir Dar Stadium on Sunday, 13th October 2019.

    Cranew held their last training session on Saturday with head coach Johnathan  McKinstry in charge.

    According to the coach, he will use this build up to assess the foreign based players ahead of the AFCON 2021 qualifiers due in November.

    Uganda Cranes head coach McKinstry demonstrates

    ‘We have held a couple of good sessions in Ethiopia since Friday. The players are in the best shape and ready for great display’ McKinstry noted.

    Milton Karisa (R) and Abdu Lumala vie for possession during training in Ethiopia
    Goalkeepers Robert Odongkara (L) and Denis Onyango are part of the 21 man Squad set for the international build up against Ethiopia. 

    Only two players in the Squad are local based;  Vipers’ Allan Kayiwa and Wakiso Giants’ Kirizestom Ntambi.

    The match will kick off at 4 PM.

    The Uganda Cranes go through their paces during the last training session

    The Uganda Cranes  Delegation in Ethiopia:

    Leade r of Delegation: Juma Marjan Abdul Hamid

    Head coach: McKinstry Jonathan Brian

    Assistant Coach: Charles Livingstone Mbabazi

    Team doctor: Emmanuel Nakabago

    Kits manager: Frank Bumpenje

    Goalkeeping coach: Fred Kajoba

    Media Officer: Farid Mpagi

    Fitness coach: McCarthy Alexander Michael

    Official: Paul Mukatabala Nantulya

    Players:

    Denis Onyango, Robert Odongkara, Timothy Denis Awany, Joseph Benson Ochaya, Nico Wakiro Wadada, Ronald Brian Ddungu Mukiibi, Isaac Muleme, Allan Kyambadde, Kirizestom Ntambi, Hassan Wasswa Mawanda, Tadeo Lwanga,  William Kizito Luwagga,  Murushid Juuko, Bevis Mugabi Kristoper Kizito, Emmanuel Arnold Okwi, Abdu Lumala, Henry Patrick Kaddu, Milton Karisa, Moses Opondo, Derrick Paul Nsibambi, Allan Kayiwa

  • FUFA Receives FIFA Communication on Eng. Moses Magogo

    FUFA Receives FIFA Communication on Eng. Moses Magogo

    Today 10th October 2019, FUFA is in receipt of the official letter from FIFA about the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo.

    As earlier communicated by the FUFA President at the 95th FUFA General Assembly in Adjumani on 28th September 2019, the FIFA letter (Adj. ref. no. 22/2019) confirms the agreed position of invoking article 67 of the FIFA Ethics Code of application of the Plea Bargain and consequently Eng. Moses Magogo will be out of National and International football activities for a period of 2 months effective 10th October 2019.

    Eng. Magogo is also required to pay 10,000 CHF within 30 days from today and this will be the conclusive closure of this matter.

    Following similar procedures for 2014 FIFA World Cup as the case was for the 2006 and 2010 FIFA World Cups, there was an anomaly with regulations governing FIFA World Cup Tickets and the FUFA President opted to take responsibility in order to conclude the matter.

    During the 2 months, the FUFA 1st Vice President Mr. Justus Mugisha will act as the FUFA President.

    It is Our Game, It is Our Country.

  • International Build Up: Uganda Cranes contingent to Ethiopia confirmed

    International Build Up: Uganda Cranes contingent to Ethiopia confirmed

    International Friendly Match: Ethiopia Vs Uganda Cranes

    Sunday, 13th October 2019

    Bahrdar Town

    The Uganda Cranes contingent that will travel to Ethiopia for the international friendly match this Sunday in Bahrdar town has been confirmed.
    The team flies out on Thursday morning (2.45am).

    The Leader of Delegation of the 30 man contingent is FUFA Executive Committee member Juma Marhan Abdul Hamid.

    The advance party header Paul Mukatabala has already departed the country on Wednesday, 9th October 2019.

    Johnathan McKinstry during the official unveiling ceremony at FUFA House, Mengo

    Newly appointed Uganda Cranes head coach Johnathan McKinstry will be assisted by Charles Livingstone Mbabazi, Fred Kajoba (goalkeeping coach), McCarthy Alexander Michael (fitness coach), Emmanuel Nakabago (team Doctor) and Frank Bumpenje as the kits Manager.

    Two other players Allan Kayiwa and Kirizestom Ntambi, both locally based have been added to the traveling team.

    The Uganda Cranes Traveling Delegation to Ethiopia:

    Head of Delegation: Juma Marjan Abdul Hamid

    Head coach: McKinstry Jonathan Brian

    Assistant Coach: Charles Livingstone Mbabazi

    Team doctor: Emmanuel Nakabago

    Kits manager: Frank Bumpenje

    Goalkeeping coach: Fred Kajoba

    Media officer: Farid Mpagi

    Fitness coach: McCarthy Alexander Michael

    Official: Paul Mukatabala Nantulya

    Players:

    Denis Onyango, Robert Odongkara, Timothy Denis Awany, Joseph Benson Ochaya, Nico Wakiro Wadada, Ronald Brian Ddungu Mukiibi, Isaac Muleme, Allan Kyambadde, Kirizestom Ntambi, Hassan Wasswa Mawanda, Tadeo Lwanga,  William Kizito Luwagga,  Murushid Juuko, Bevis Mugabi Kristoper Kizito, Emmanuel Arnold Okwi, Abdu Lumala, Henry Patrick Kaddu, Milton Karisa, Moses Opondo, Derrick Paul Nsibambi, Allan Kayiwa

     

  • FIFA Beach Soccer refereeing course underway

    FIFA Beach Soccer refereeing course underway

    MA FIFA Beach soccer refereeing course

    FUFA Technical Centre Njeru

    A five day FIFA Beach soccer refereeing course is underway at the FUFA Technical Centre in Njeru with 27 participants  (referees and assessors) taking patt.   The course has also attracted four female referees and six from the foreign countries that make up the CECAFA Region.

    The main aim of the course is to prepare referees to correctly interpret and apply the Laws of the Game  during local and international assignments.

    L-R FIFA Instructor Michele Conti, Uganda Football Referees Association Chairman Ronnie Kalema (M) and FUFA Football Development Director Ali Mwebe during the official opening of the FIFA Beach Soccer Referees Course in Njeru. 

    Italian FIFA Instructor, Michele Conti who is in c arge of the course commended FUFA for championing the development of the game  having already got four beach  soccer international referees.

    During the official opening  ceremony on Tuesday morning, Ronnie Kalema, the FUFA Excom member related the support of FUFA to the  to the game  with high-level capacity building programmes aimed at developing the referees in line  with FUFA’s mission to ‘Develop, Promote and Protect football for all.’

    Relatedly, Ivan Kintu Bayige,  has been appointed to officiate at the 2019 COPA LAGOS Beach Soccer tournament in November in Nigeria. Bayige will be appearing at the tournament for the second time.

    Participants taking part in the FIFA Beach Soccer Referees Course at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru

    The course is also part of the  preparations for next year’s  AFCON Beach Soccer finals to be hosted by Uganda. The  Uganda National team-Sand Cranes will qulaify automatically to participate in the tournament from which the best two teams will represent Africa in the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup.

    Uganda Football Referees Association Chairman Ronnie Kalema with FIFA Instructor Michele Conti

    FUFA has further confirmed the participation of Uganda Sand Cranes in the annual Regional Championship, COPA Dar es Salaam to be hosted by Tanzania Football Federation in December.

     

  • Tanzania crowned CECAFA U20 Boys Challenge Cup Champions

    Tanzania crowned CECAFA U20 Boys Challenge Cup Champions

    CECAFA U20 Challenge Boys Cup:

    • Final: Tanzania 1-0 Kenya
    • Third place: Sudan 0-1 Eritrea

    Awards:

    • Best Player: Pius Kelvin John (Tanzania)
    • Top Scorer: Pius Kelvin John (Tanzania) – 7 Goals
    • Best Goalkeeper: Brian Okoth Bwire (Kenya)
    • Fair Play Award: Uganda Hippos

    The 2019 CECAFA U20 Boys Challenge Cup has successfully climaxed in Uganda with Tanzania lifting trophy.

    Tanzania beat rivals Kenya 1-0 during a well fought for final held at the FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru on Saturday.

    Kenya’s defender John Otieno Onyango headed home an own goal following a free kick delivered by Israel Patrick Mwenda as the close of the first half.

    Tanzania’s Kelvin Nashon Naffal (shirt 8) battle for possession with Kenya’s Patrick Otieno during the final
    Kenya U20 team inspection by CECAFA Officials prior to kick off

    The early kick off third place play off between Sudan and Eritrea was won by the latter 1-0.

    Biniam Mengsteab scored in the 67th minute for the match winner.

    Eritrea U20 players with their bronze medals after finishing third in the tournament. 

    Awards:

    The winners were rewarded with gold medals and a glittering trophy. Kenya picked silver and Eritrea bronze.

    Pius Kelvin John, the CECAFA U20  Best Player and Top Scorer with 7 Goals
    Kenya’s goalkeeper Brian Okoth Bwire was named the best in the tournament
    FUFA Chief Executive Officer (CEO) shows off the Fair Play Trophy awarded to Uganda

    Other rewards:

    Tanzania’s John Pius Kelvin was top scorer with seven goals and Best Player of the tournament while Kenya’s Brian Okoth Bwire was best goalkeeper.

    Uganda won the Fair Play accolade which was handed over to the FUFA Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Edgar Watson.

    FUFA officials led by the Ag. President Justus Mugisha, CECAFA delegation and the members of the Local Organizing Committee (LOC) watched the match.

    Tanzania U20 players and officials celebrate their success
    CECEFA U20 Local Organising Committee (LOC) and  CECAFA  staff
    Dignitaries respect the national anthems of both Tanzania and Kenya prior to kick off of the final
  • FUFA proud of Godfrey Walusimbi’s immense contribution to football

    FUFA proud of Godfrey Walusimbi’s immense contribution to football

    Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) is greatly indebted to the wonderful service for Godfrey “Jajja Walu” Walusimbi that he has offered to football in general and the national team (Uganda Cranes).

    Having officially announced his retirement from international football on 5th October 2019, the federation is humbled for great part he has had in football over the years in club football and the national team.

    FUFA shall forever remember the fond and great memories especially when you ruled the left back role of Uganda for a decade ably controlling the world’s finest players as Muhammed Salah and the like. FUFA is proud of your services and commitment to this great Nation Uganda whenever you played and we wish you fruitful deliberations in future

    Walusimbi earned 105 caps for Uganda Cranes since 2009 and had his name inked for the right reasons as part of the team that played two back to back Total Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Championships in 2017 and 2019 hosted by Gabon and Egypt respectively.

    Godfrey Walusimbi skips a tackle from Zimbabwe Captain during the TOTAL AFCON finals in Egypt
  • International Friendly Match: Uganda Cranes’ head coach McKinstry summons 21 players for Ethiopia clash

    International Friendly Match: Uganda Cranes’ head coach McKinstry summons 21 players for Ethiopia clash

    International Friendly Match: Ethiopia Vs Uganda Cranes

    Sunday, 13th October 2019

    Bahrdar Town

    Newly named Uganda Cranes head coach will handle his first official assignment away from home during an international friendly match away against Ethiopia in Bahrdar town.

    All the players on the team are foreign based and will re-group in Ethiopia.

    The match will be played on 13th October 2019 in Bahrdar town.

    Johnathan McKinstry will handle his first international game for Uganda Cranes away against Ethiopia

    ‘The squad that has been summoned  is largely reflective of the team that was selected for Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt. The primary reason is to allow myself to get to know the players, start building relationships with them and assess their qualities in a training environment. We have not included any of the home based players because the following week after the match in Ethiopia there will be a second CHAN qualifier at home against Burundi but will be considered for AFCON Qualifiers in November. Over the next two weeks, it will give me a good opportunity to work with around 45 – 47 of our top players -both local and foreign based’ Uganda Cranes Head coach Johnathan McKinstry disclosed to www.fufa.co.ug.

    The essence of this international friendly match is to help preparations for the two AFCON 2021 qualifiers coming up in November 2019.

    Full Squad:

    Goalkeepers: Denis Onyango (Mamelodi Sundowns, South Africa), Robert Odongkara (Horoya AC, Guinea)

    Defenders: Bevis Mugabi (Motherwell, Scotland), Timothy Awany (FC Ashdod, Israel), Ronald Mukiibi Ddungu (FK Ostesunds, Sweden), Murushid Jjuuko (Wydad Casablanca, Morocco), Hassan Wasswa Mawanda (Jeddah FC, Saudi Arabia), Joseph Ochaya (TP Mazembe), Isaac Muleme (Viktoria Zizkov, Czech Republic), Nico Wakiro Wadada (Azam, Tanzania)

    Midfielders: Michael Azira (Chicago Fire, USA), Allan Kyambadde (El Gouna, Egypt), Tadeo Lwanga (Tanta, Egypt), Khalid Aucho (El Meskir, Egypt), Abdu Lumala (Pyramids, Egypt), William Luwagga Kizito (Shakhter Karagandy, Kazakhstan), Milton Karisa (Oujda, Egypt), Moses Opondo (FC Odense, Denmark)

    Strikers: Patrick Henry Kaddu (RS Berkhane, Egypt), Derrick Nsibambi (Smouha), Emmanuel Arnold Okwi (Al Ittihad, Egypt)

  • CECAFA U20 final: Tanzania Vs Kenya rivalry to be renewed in Uganda

    CECAFA U20 final: Tanzania Vs Kenya rivalry to be renewed in Uganda

    CECAFA U20 Challenge Cup 2019:

    Saturday, 5th October:

    Final: Tanzania Vs Kenya (3:30 PM)

    Third place play off: Sudan Vs Eritrea (1 PM)

    *Both matches at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru (Live on 102.1 FUFA f.m)

    Entry Fees: 3000/= (Ordinary) & 10,000/= (VIP)

    The 2019 CECAFA U20 Challenge Cup comes to a climax on Saturday, 5th October at the FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.

    The day’s menu has two matches lined up. Sudan faces Eritrea in the early kick off at 1 PM to determine the third and fourth placed teams.

    Sudan lost 1-0 to Tanzania in the semifinal match at the Pece War Stadium, Gulu.

    Eritrea lost by a similar margin during the other semi-final clash to Tanzania at the FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.

    The final between Kenya and Tanzania will be repeat of the group stage encounter played earlier at Njeru which ended in a 2 all draw.

    Therefore, the final game will be one to settle egos and it is expected to be physical and a cracker of sorts.

    Mohammed Mousa, Sudan U20 Head Coach

    Here are the pre-match press conference quotes:

    Mousa Mohamed (Head coach of Sudan)

    We told the players to focus for the third place play-off match after falling out in the semi-final. We are focused to win this game. We are confident. This is a very important for us to get the bronze medals as consolation. It is a different game altogether. We need something out of it. This is not a group stage game. It is a play-off match. The concentration will be different. This is a tournament that has helped to scout young players to the national teams. There are new good boys. Being the head coach of the U15, U17 and U20 teams, we have got advantage to test the players under different systems and formations. There has been good physic and speed in the tournament

    Stanley Okumbi, Kenya U20 Head Coach

    Stanley Okumbi – Kenya U20 Head Coach:

    A great final is expected. Al the teams have been showcasing their abilities and we have used a lot of energy. We were the best teams right from the start and deserve to play in the final. They (Tanzania) have good players having scored 17 goals to this season, we are prepared for them nonetheless. Tomorrow is a final, we have good plans how to stop them. We have the discipline offensive and in defence. Three players need late check-ups after picking up knocks. CECAFA has done a good job to organize a good championship. Players are young and we are focused

    Zuberi S. Katwila – Tanzania U20 Head Coach

    From the group stages to the final, we faced tough challenges.  We are set. We are now focused for tomorrow’s match against Kenya. Kenyans are our brothers and it will be friendly fire. The issue of traveling to Gulu and back to Njeru is behind us now, we are set. We are now focused for tomorrow’s match

    Zuberi Katwila (left) and Stanley Okumbi greet each other after the press conference
  • FUFA Statement: Unfounded Rumours

    FUFA Statement: Unfounded Rumours

     It has come to our notice that false information about positions of administration at FUFA is being generated and circulated to football stakeholders to mislead the public.

    The unfounded rumours are aimed at apparently swaying football stakeholders into unsuspecting situations about the institution.

    This is therefore to inform the stakeholders that FUFA is operating normally.

    Stakeholders are advised to consider only information shared on FUFA official communication platforms.

     

    It is Our Game, It is Our Country.

  • CECAFA U-20 Boys Challenge Cup: Tanzania set to face Kenya in finale at Njeru

    CECAFA U-20 Boys Challenge Cup: Tanzania set to face Kenya in finale at Njeru

    CECAFA U-20 Challenge Cup 2019:

    • Sudan 1-2 Tanzania
    • Eritrea 0-1 Kenya

    Tanzania will face Kenya in the final of the 2019 CECAFA U-20 Boys Challenge Cup on Saturday.

    This followed the completion of the two semi-final matches in Gulu and Njeru on Wednesday evening.

    At the Pece War Memorial Stadium in Gulu, Tanzania overcame Sudan 2-1.

    Sudan U-20 XI
    Team captains for Sudan and Tanzania with the match refeeres
    Tanzania U-20 Team that faced Sudan on Wednesday in Gulu

    Israel Patrick Mwenda and John Pius Kelvin scored for Tanzania in the first half.

    Mohamed Abbas Namir pulled a goal back for Sudan at the start of the second but it was merely a consolation.

    In the second semi-final, Kenya overcame Eritrea 1-0 at the FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru courtesy of an own goal by defender Yoseif Mebrahtu.

    Kenya U20 XI Vs Eritrea
    Action between Kenya U20 and Eritrea U20

    The final and third place play off matches will be played in Njeru on Saturday, 5th October 2019.

    This was confirmed by the CECAFA Secretary General, Nicholas Musonye during a press conference in Gulu.

    ‘We thank the people of Gulu, the Government, media and FUFA led by Eng. Moses Magogo for the time well spent in Gulu. We shall have the final and third place play off match at the FUFA Technical Centre in Njeru on Saturday. The tournament has been so far so good’ Musonye noted at the press conference.

    After the two semi-finals on Wednesday, there are so far 85 goals scored in 21 matches with only one red card.

  • Excitement as the triumphant Uganda U-17 Girls’national team returns home

    Excitement as the triumphant Uganda U-17 Girls’national team returns home

    Uganda U-17 Girls’ national team safely returned home on Tuesday afternoon after a successful expedition at the just concluded COSAFA U-17 Girls’ Championship in Mauritius.
    The team that was crowned champions touched base at Entebbe International airport at 1:15pm aboard Emirates Airlines.
    The team returns at Entebbe International Airport
    A heroines welcome was accorded to the contingent with FUFA football development director, Mr. Ali Mwebe receiving the team.
    He was accompanied by Owek. Florence Bagunywa Nkalubo plus former Uganda Cranes goalkeeper and also pioneer of Women’s football in Uganda, Paul Ssali.
    Head coach Ayub Khalifa Kiyingi and skipper Juliet Nalukenge hand over the trophy to Ag. FUFA President Justus Mugisha
    Head coach Ayub Khalifah Kiyingi lauded the players for the performance and commitment throughout the tournament.
    ‘I thank my players because they did the job. They remained committed from the start to finish and kept improving every game‘ He said.
    Ayub also appreciated FUFA for the opportunity and believes this is a good move towards having a better Crested Cranes team.
    ‘I would like to thank FUFA for giving us the opportunity to gauge our team against other teams. This is good for Women’s football because nurturing players at this level helps in having a good senior team’ he added.
    Ag. FUFA President Justus Mugisha (middle) joined by the players
    Excitement at Entebbe International Airport as the team officials and players returned home
    Leader of delegation and FUFA EXCOM, Chris Kalibbala heaped praise on the team and asserted that the future is bright for Women’s football in Uganda.
    ‘We made a name at the tournament because we had a good team and a pool of talented players that brought us success. I’m confident the future is bright for Women’s football’ Kalibala noted.
    The team was deservedly accorded a heroine’s welcome
    The joy of winning
    Ag. FUFA President Justus Mugisha was equally ecstatic by the development reached upon by the team. He warmly welcomed back the team and vowed for continued support towards development.
    ‘In a special way, I welcome you back home. Thank you for winning this COSAFA U-17 championship. It really shows that the efforts we have undertaken back home have reaped fruits with the right structures and development. We shall continue to support you at all time’ Mugisha noted.
    Ag. FUFA President Justus Mugisha with his speech
    The team was later treated to a luncheon at Jevine Hotel in Rubaga before the players returned to their respective homes.
  • FUFA names Johnathan McKinstry New Uganda Cranes Head Coach

    FUFA names Johnathan McKinstry New Uganda Cranes Head Coach

    Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) has confirmed the appointment of Johnathan McKinstry as the Uganda National Team A (Uganda Cranes) head coach for a period of three years, effective 1st October 2019.

    The appointment was confirmed to the media on Monday, 30th September 2019 during a special press conference held at the FUFA Headquarters in Mengo, Kampala.

    Acting FUFA President Justus Mugisha, CEO Edgar Watson, Executive Committee members Ronnie Kalema and Rogers Byamukama and the Communications Director Ahmed Hussein graced this special press conference.

    Watson took the media through the entire procedure of recruiting the coach and wished him fruitful deliberations.

    ‘As you may be aware, the entire technical team for Uganda Cranes was disbanded after the TOTAL AFCON 2019 finals in Egypt and a new process to recruit new members was put in place. We appointed a panel to recruit the new head coach and this had a Government official, Dr Bernard Patrick Ogwel, coaches’ representative Stone Kyambadde, FUFA CEO and African football expert, Kalusha Bwalya. FUFA received a total 137 applicants between the period (27th July to 17th August 2019). The panel selected the final three man short list and the FUFA Executive Meeting that convened on 27th September 2019 confirmed Jonathan McKinstry as the coach.’ Edgar Watson, CEO of FUFA.

    Johnathan McKinstry during the official unveiling ceremony at FUFA House, Mengo
    L-R: Ronnie Kalema, Rogers Byamukama, Johnathan McKinstry, Justus Mugisha and Edgar Watson during the coach’s unveiling ceremony

    ‘In line with FUFA’s mission of being the number one football nation in Africa on and off the field,  we thought of McKinstry. We also looked at the potential of the coach, one who could fit in the Ugandan style of play. And we needed a resident coach’ Watson on coach McKinstry.

    Johnathan McKinstry with Justus Mugisha

    Acting FUFA President Justus Mugisha hailed the panel of experts who helped in the selection procedure of the new coach.

    ‘As the FUFA Executive, it was easy for us to make a final decision on the choice of coach needed after the panel did a commendable job to sieve the 137 applications received. I therefore thank the committee set up to select the coach’ Mugisha lauded.

    Johnathan McKinstry addressing the media at FUFA House in Mengo, Kampala

    ‘There is no doubt that the Uganda Cranes job is one of the best jobs in international football across all over Africa. I am excited to be here. The players here are the group I believe we can achieve a lot with. They are full of positive energy and burning passion. We shall work towards qualification to the FIFA World Cup’ Coach McKinstry stated as he freely interacted with the media

    L-R: FUFA CEO Edgar Watson, Johnathan McKinstry, Justus Mugisha and Ahmed Hussein during the press conference at FUFA Headquarters in Mengo, Kampala

    In the meantime, the backroom staff will constitute of all the coaches that have been on the interim technical team currently handling the national team.

    Moments after McKinstry was officially unveiled and handed a branded Uganda Cranes jersey and ball, he was introduced to the members of the National Council of Sports (NCS).

    McKinstry meets with the National Council of Sports (NCS) officials at Lugogo, Kampala
    FUFA and National Council of Sports Officials with the new Uganda Cranes Head coach Johnathan McKinstry
    Johnathan McKinstry is welcomed by FUFA CEO Edgar Watson
  • Uganda defeats South Africa to lift inaugural COSAFA U17 Girls’ Championship

    Uganda defeats South Africa to lift inaugural COSAFA U17 Girls’ Championship

    COSAFA U17 Girls’ Championship

    Uganda 2-1 South Africa

    St. Francois Xavier stadium

    Uganda Girls U17 National Team celebrating winning the trophy

    Uganda U17 girls’ national team emerged winners of the inaugural COSAFA U17 Girls’ championship after overcoming South Africa in the final played on Sunday at St. Francois Xavier Stadium in Mauritius.

    A spirited performance guided Uganda to a 2-1 victory to encrypt their name in the history books as the first winners of the tournament.

    Fauzia Najjemba and captain Juliet Nalukenge scored a goal each while South Africa got theirs’ from Tiffany Kortjie.

    Juliet Nalukenge (M) Cerebrating her goal against South Africa

    Coach Ayub Khalifa made only one change in the starting team bringing back Samalie Nakachwa for Catherine Nagaddya.

    Najjemba opened the scores in the 57th minute thanks to a fine pass from Nalukenge that released her before she slotted home.

    However, South Africa drew the game level in the 76th minute through Tiffany Kortjie but Uganda remained determined and kept surging forward.

    Uganda Girls U17 National Team celebrating the winning goal against South Africa in the Final

    With three minutes on the clock, Nalukenge fired home the winner off Najjemba’s cross from the right.

    The captain ended the tournament as the top scorer with 18 goals in five games. She was also named the player of the match for the final.

    Juliet Nalukenge emerged the top scorer with 18 goals

    We had a good game. My players did what we planned tactically. We deserved to win the trophy. every player gave out her best. Said Ayu Khalifa

    Ayub made two substitutes, Catherine Nagadya came in for Samali Nakacwa while Moureen Nangozi replaced injured Kevin Nakacwa

    Goalkeeper Daphine Nyayenga was also named the best shot-stopper at the tournament conceding just two goals.

    Daphine Nyayenga was named best goalkeeper

    In total, Uganda played five games, winning four, drawing once and scoring 46 goals.

    Uganda 1-1 Zambia, Uganda 11-0 Mauritius, Comoros 0-20 Uganda, Uganda 12-0 Botswana and Uganda 2-1 South Africa

    Uganda Girls U17 XI:

    Daphine Nyayenga (GK) (Uganda Martyrs HS), Gillian Akadinda (Olila HS), Patricia Akiror (Masaka SS), Stella Musibika (Kawempe Muslim SS), Bira Nadunga (Olila High School), Kevin Nakacwa (Uganda Martyrs), Margret Kunihira (Kawempe Muslim SS), Shakira Nyinagahirwa (Kawempe Muslim SS), Juliet Nalukenge (Captain – Kawempe MuslimSS), Fauzia Najjemba (Mukono High School), Samalie Nakachwa(Kawempe Muslim SS).

    Substitutes

    Joan Namusisi (GK) (Mukono HS), Gift Nasasira (GK) (Gadafi Integrated), Sumayah Komuntale (King of Kings), Moureen Nangonzi (Mukono HS), Catherine Nagadya(Katuuso Community), Precious Atwiine (Up Hill College), Cissy Kabarwani (King of Kings), Hadijah Nandago (Kawempe Muslim SS), and Zaitun Namaganda (Taggy High School).

    Fauzia Najjemba scored the opener for Uganda

    MAIN PHOTO: Uganda Girls U17 National Team lifting the COSAFA trophy

  • CECAFA U-20 Challenge Cup: Uganda XI Vs Tanzania

    CECAFA U-20 Challenge Cup: Uganda XI Vs Tanzania

    CECAFA U-20 Challenge Cup 2019:

    Quarter final: 

    Uganda Vs Tanzania

    At Pece War Memorial Stadium, Gulu (4 PM)

    *Live on 102.1 FUFA f.m, The Football Radio

    The Uganda U-2O head coach Morley Byekwaso confirmed the starting eleven players who will face Tanzania in the quarter final duel at Pece War Memorial Stadium in Gulu.

    Goalkeeper Jack Komakech makes his first start in the championship. Striker Ivan Bogere and Najib Yiga return to the starting team having started the last group game against Sudan on the bench.

    Bogere replaces Sadat Anaku and Yiga comes on for Bright Anukani. The other 8 players remain unchanged from the Sudan game.

    The game will kick off at 4:00 PM.

    Team Line Up:

    Jack Komakech (G.K), Joseph Kafumbe, Aziz Abdul Kayondo, Gavin Kizito, Kenneth Semakula, Hassan Ssenyonjo, Sadam Masereka, Najib Yiga, Ivan Asaba, Steven Sserwadda, Ivan Bogere

    Subs:

    Denis Otim (G.K), Patrick Mubiru (G.K), Kevin Ssekimbegge, Robert Kitabalwa, Derrick Kiggundu, Sadat Anaku, Bright Anukani

  • COSAFA Girls U17: Uganda XI against S.Africa in the Final

    COSAFA Girls U17: Uganda XI against S.Africa in the Final

    COSAFA U-17 GIRLS CHAMPIONSHIP:

    Final: Uganda Vs South Africa

    At St Francois Xavier Stadium, Mauritius (KICK OFF: 2:00 PM)

    *Live on 102.1 FUFA f.m

    Uganda Girls U17 National Team head coach Ayub Khalifa Kiyingi has made one change in the eleven players that will start against South Africa in the COSAFA Girls U17 Final at St. Francois Xavier Stadium in Mauritius on Sunday afternoon.

    Kawempe Muslim SS midfielder Samali Nakacwa returns to the starting list.

    She replaces Katuuso Community SS player Catherine Nagadya who started in the Semifinal match against Botswana.

    Team captain Juliet Nalukenge leads the forward alongside Hat-trick heroes Fauzia Najjemba and Margret Kunihira.

    Uganda Martyr’s midfielder Kevin Nakacwa and Kawempe Muslim SS player Shakira Nyinagahirwa retain their central midfield roles while Olila HS Bira Nadunga and Kawempe Muslim SS player Stella Musibika are to pair in the central defence. Gillian Akadinda and Patricia Akiror takes over the right and left full-backs respectively.

    ‘We are ready for the final. The motivation for our players is very high. They are all focused and we are going to put up a strong fight and we shall go back with the trophy.’ Said head coach Ayub Khalifa

    In case of a tier in the regular time. The match will progress to kicks from the penalty mark.
    The match kicks off at 2:00 pm EAT.

    Uganda Girls U17 XI:

    Daphine Nyayenga (GK) (Uganda Martyrs HS), Gillian Akadinda (Olila HS), Patricia Akiror (Masaka SS), Stella Musibika (Kawempe Muslim SS), Bira Nadunga (Olila High School), Kevin Nakacwa (Uganda Martyrs), Margret Kunihira (Kawempe Muslim SS), Shakira Nyinagahirwa (Kawempe Muslim SS), Juliet Nalukenge (Captain – Kawempe MuslimSS), Fauzia Najjemba (Mukono High School), Samali Nakacwa (Kawempe Muslim SS)

    Subs:
    Joan Namusisi (GK) (Mukono HS), Gift Nasasira (GK) (Gadafi Integrated), Sumayah Komuntale (King of Kings), Moureen Nangonzi (Mukono HS), Samali Nakacwa (Kawempe Muslim SS), Catherine Nagadya (Katuuso Community SS) Precious Atwiine (Up Hill College), Cissy Kabarwani (King of Kings), Hadijah Nandago (Kawempe Muslim SS), and Zaitun Namaganda (Taggy High School).

  • Key highlights from the 95th FUFA Ordinary Assembly

    Key highlights from the 95th FUFA Ordinary Assembly

    The 95th FUFA Ordinary Assembly was held on Saturday, 28th September 2019 at Multi Purpose Hall in Adjumani, West Nile.

    The well attended Assembly was chaired by the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo alongside other members of the Executive Committee, delegates and invited guests.

    The Government was well represented by Daniel Omara Apitta (Commissioner from Ministry of Education and Sports in charge of Physical Education) and David Ssemakula Katende (Deputy Secretary National Council of Sports).

    Executive Committee members with invited guests on the high table.

    Here are the key highlights from the Assembly:

    • FUFA will unveil National Team Head Coach soon
    • Introducing Medical Insurance for secretariat staff, Executive Committee members, delegates and 25 players for each of the 16 Star Times Uganda Premier League Clubs courtesy of AAR Health Services.
    • Admission of new members to the General Assembly – Wakiso Giants FC, Proline FC and Kyetume FC as well as the Futsal Association of Uganda (FAU).
    • Extend support to third and fourth division leagues
    • Passing of the FUFA Annual Budget
    • Secure a FUFA Hotel (With naming rights)
    • Introduce a FUFA TV running on one of the main televisions in the country
    • Quarterly facilitation to FUFA delegates to monitor football progress in their respective districts
    • Donate balls to clubs
    • Special recognition awards to two football persons from Madi Sub region (Adjumani, Moyo and Obongi districts) – Alfred Mawa (55 years) and Joselyn Selle (76 years).
    Joselyn Selle (left) recieves his award from FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo and CEO Edgar Watson
    Alfred Mawa (left) recieves the plaque from FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo. Mawa sustained local football development in the Madi sub region as chairman of the FUFA national football league committee (2004 – 2005), FUFA Executive Committee member (West Nile – Zone 4) between 1997 and 2006, Chaired the FUFA Finance Committee (1995 – 2003), Chairman of Moyo District Football Association (1995 – 2003) and was Vice Chairman of the FUFA Technical Committee (2000 – 2001)