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  • The thrills at the 2017/18 Futsal Super League continue

    The thrills at the 2017/18 Futsal Super League continue

    2017/18 Futsal Super League

    Match Day 2 Results:

    • Yap Stars 11- 8 Parakeets
    • Riham 6-2 Sauna
    • KPSG 3-1 Yeak Kabowa

     

    In love with the exciting fast paced indoor football? Then, make it a date every Thursday night  at the International Futsal Courts in Mengo, Kampala.

    The game, popularly referred to as Futsal is picking steam in Uganda at a steady fast rate.

    From being played as a leisure sport to the mini league held last year, the sport has graduated into the first ever Uganda Futsal Super league.

    The super league is already underway with two match days as the matches take center stage every Thursday.

    There are 10 teams duly for this championship that will climax early next year.

    Action of the Futsal Super League on match day one

    Over the opening two match days, 53 goals have been scored in just 6 matches, manifesting the urge for the back of the net in these high intensity matches.

    24 of these goals came on the opening match day, with 5 goals improvement on the subsequent match day.

    Yap Stars’ massive 11- 8 win against Parakeets is the highest scoring game this season whilst Yeak Kabowa’s 3-1 loss to KPSG is the lowest scoring game thus far.

    Futsal Association Uganda (FAU) president, Hamza Jjunju envisages a bright future for the sport.

    Futsal in Uganda started on a humble note.

    With more facilities coming up and the continued interest from Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA), the game has gradually grown for the better.

    Add to the fact that Eng. Moses Magogo heads the Futsal and Beach Soccer Committee in Africa, the game in Uganda is braced for bigger feats.

    Some of the fans who watch the futsal matches at the International Futsal Courts every Thursday

    FUFA Technical Director, Asuman Lubowa is a regular visitor at the Futsal games held at the International Futsal Courts in Kampala.

    Lubowa reasons that the game will sprout at a record speed because of its thrills.

    Fans and players love the game of Futsal.

    It is very interesting to watch and play. As FUFA, we shall give the full backing to the Futsal Association Uganda

    In Uganda, Futsal is played at Lugogo Indoor Arena, Busega, Kyebando, at many international schools and now in Mengo.

    There is another facility under construction at Munyonyo.

    Match day three games will take place on Thursday, 16th November 2017.

    Match day 1 Results:

    • Elephants 4-3 Typhoons
    • Bajim 5-7 Park
    • Kabowa United 2-3 Dream
  • Uganda Cranes arrive safely in Congo

    Uganda Cranes arrive safely in Congo

    2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Russia

    Congo vs Uganda on Sunday 12th November, 2017

    Broadcast live on 102.1 FUFA fm

    The match will be played on Sunday 12th November, 2017 and will be broadcast live on 102.1 FUFA fm.

    The Uganda Cranes contingent arrived safely in Brazzaville on Friday morning ahead of their last group E 2018 Russia FIFA World cup qualifying tie against Congo.

    L-R Moses Basena (Uganda Cranes Head coach), Fred Kajoba (Goalkeeping coach) and Dr. Ronald Kisolo (Team Physician) in Brazzaville

    The two teams will faceoff on Sunday 12th November at Unite De Kintele Stadium in Brazzaville. The match kicks off at 5:30pm East African standard time (3.30pm in Congo).

    The Cranes who started their journey from Entebbe Airport went through Nairobi before their final destination in Brazzaville at the M-Maya international Airport.

    Tom Masiko (L) and Dr. Ronald Kisolo

    ‘The players are in good shape and ready to play the hosts Congo’ said Team Coordinator Crispus Muyinda.

    The Contingent is accommodated at Hotel Saphir in Brazzaville 10 km away from the Airport.

    Paul Mucuurezi and Bernard Muwanga in the tunnel at the Maya-Maya Airport in Brazzaville.

    Today’s programme will see the head coach Moses Basena take his players though light drills at 5.30pm.

    Egypt, who already made the cut to the Russia 2018 World cup Finals top group E with 12 points, Uganda lies second with 7 points while Ghana and Congo are 3rd and 4th with 6 and 4 points respectively.

    Denis Iguma and Murushid Juuko in Brazzaville.

    The Squad: Denis Onyango, Watenga Isma, Ochan Benjamin (Goalkeepers), Wadada Nico, Iguma Denis, Walusimbi Godfrey, Muleme Isaac, Isinde Isaac, Juuko Murushidi, Awanyi Timothy, Senkatuka Nelson, Wasswa Hassan, Masiko Tom, Mutyaba Muzamiru, Mucurezi Paul, Nsibambi Derrick, Karisa Milton, Serunkuma Geofrey, Kyambadde Allan and Muwanga Bernard.

    (L-R) Muwanga, Isma Watenga and Milton Karisa

    Leader Of Delegation: Ariga Rasoul

    Head coach: Moses Basena

    Assistant coach: Mathias Lule

    Goalkeeping coach: Fred Kajoba

    Team Physician: Dr. Ronald Kisolo

    Team Physiotherapist: Ssewanyana Ivan

    Team Coordinator: Muyinda Crispus

    Team Media Officer: Joseph Mutaka

    Edward Kalungi-Delegate

    Mwanje Joseph-Delegate

    Anyakoit Cecilia-Government Official

    Nannozi Anita Seruwagi-Government Official

    Bakiwanya George-FUFA Secretariat Staff

    The team flies out on Friday morning (3am aboard Kenya Airways)

    Details of the match: Congo vs Uganda

    Stadium: Unite de Kintele in Brazzaville.

    Date: 12th November, 2017

    Time: 5.30pm in Uganda, 3.30pm in Congo

    Broadcast: Live on 102.1 FUFA fm and Baba FM by Joseph Mutaka.

    Match officials:

    Referee: Mohammed Hussein El Fadhil-Sudan

    Assistant Referee 1: Ibrahim Mohammed Abdallah-Sudan

    Assistant Referee 2: Egueh Yacin Hassan-Djibouti

    4th Official: Ismail Mahmood Ali Mahmood-Sudan

    Referee Assessor: Mfubusa Bernard-Burundi

    Commissioner: Ndoumbou Likouni Dieudonne-Gabon.

     

     

  • Uganda U-20 team to to play in COSAFA Cup

    Uganda U-20 team to to play in COSAFA Cup

    FUFA has confirmed that the Uganda National U-20 team (Hippos) to be coached by Matia Lule will take part in the COSAFA  Tournament from 6th-16th December, 2017 in Zambia.

    The tournament is designed for players under the age of 20.

    Uganda will attend as guest participants. The draw for the tournament was held in Johannesburg on Thursday.

    Head coach Lule is happy for the opportunity given to the youngsters.

    ‘We shall get the chance to play with some of the countries that have good youth structures. COSAFA tournament will give the boys an opportunity to showcase their talent and skills. We have good players in this age category and we expect a good show during the tournament’ said Lule.

    In the draws, Uganda is in group A alongside Champions and hosts Zambia, Swaziland and Malawi.

    Confirmed groups:

    Group A Zambia Swaziland Uganda Malawi

    Group B South Africa Egypt Mozambique Mauritius

    Group C Angola Lesotho Namibia Zimbabwe

    12 teams are taking part.

    UGANDA U-20 Technical set up (Uganda Hippos)

    • Head coach: Mathias Lule
    • Assistant coach: James Odoch
    • Goalkeeping coach: Samuel Kawalya

    MAIN PHOTO: Matia Lule-Head coach of U-20 National team.

     

  • Uganda Cranes Squad to Congo named

    Uganda Cranes Squad to Congo named

    Head coach Moses Basena has named a 20 man squad for the 2018 FIFA World cup qualifier to be played in Brazzaville on Sunday.

    The names were released after the morning training session at Mandela National stadium.

    The match will be played on Sunday 12th November, 2017 and will be broadcast live on 102.1 FUFA fm.

    The match kicks off at (5.50pm EAST) while 3.30pm in Congo).

    The Squad: Denis Onyango, Watenga Isma, Ochan Benjamin (Goalkeepers), Wadada Nico, Iguma Denis, Walusimbi Godfrey, Muleme Isaac, Isinde Isaac, Juuko Murushidi, Awanyi Timothy, Senkatuka Nelson, Wasswa Hassan, Masiko Tom, Mutyaba Muzamiru, Mucurezi Paul, Nsibambi Derrick, Karisa Milton, Serunkuma Geofrey, Kyambadde Allan and Muwanga Bernard.

    Leader Of Delegation: Ariga Rasoul

    Head coach: Moses Basena

    Assistant coach: Mathias Lule

    Goalkeeping coach: Fred Kajoba

    Team Physician: Dr. Ronald Kisolo

    Team Physiotherapist: Ssewanyana Ivan

    Team Coordinator: Muyinda Crispus

    Team Media Officer: Joseph Mutaka

    Edward Kalungi-Delegate

    Mwanje Joseph-Delegate

    Anyakoit Cecilia-Government Official

    Nannozi Anita Seruwagi-Government Official

    Bakiwanya George-FUFA Secretariat Staff

    The team flies out on Friday morning (3am aboard Kenya Airways)

    Details of the match: Congo vs Uganda

    Stadium: Unite de Kintele in Brazzaville.

    Date: 12th November, 2017

    Time: 5.30pm in Uganda, 3.30pm in Congo

    Broadcast: Live on 102.1 FUFA fm and Baba FM by Joseph Mutaka.

    Match officials:

    Referee: Mohammed Hussein El Fadhil-Sudan

    Assistant Referee 1: Ibrahim Mohammed Abdallah-Sudan

    Assistant Referee 2: Egueh Yacin Hassan-Djibouti

    4th Official: Ismail Mahmood Ali Mahmood-Sudan

    Referee Assessor: Mfubusa Bernard-Burundi

    Commissioner: Ndoumbou Likouni Dieudonne-Gabon.

    MAIN PHOTO: Onyango will captain the team in Congo on Sunday.

     

     

  • Unite de Kintele stadium to host Congo vs Uganda world cup qualifier match

    Unite de Kintele stadium to host Congo vs Uganda world cup qualifier match

    FIFA has confirmed the stadium and match officials of the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia Qualifier between Congo and Uganda Cranes.

    The match will be played on Sunday 12th November, 2017 and will be broadcast live on 102.1 FUFA fm.

    The match kicks off at (5.50pm EAST) while 3.30pm in Congo).

    Uganda Cranes will fly out on Friday morning (3 am) aboard Kenya Airways.

    Details of the match: Congo vs Uganda

    Stadium: Unite de Kintele in Brazzaville.

    Date: 12th November, 2017

    Time: 5.30pm in Uganda, 3.30pm in Congo

    Broadcast: Live on 102.1 FUFA fm and Baba FM by Joseph Mutaka.

    Match officials:

    Referee: Mohammed Hussein El Fadhil-Sudan

    Assistant Referee 1: Ibrahim Mohammed Abdallah-Sudan

    Assistant Referee 2: Egueh Yacin Hassan-Djibouti

    4th Official: Ismail Mahmood Ali Mahmood-Sudan

    Referee Assessor: Mfubusa Bernard-Burundi

    Commissioner: Ndoumbou Likouni Dieudonne-Gabon.

    MAIN PHOTO: Unite de Kintele Stadium in Brazzville that will host the Congo vs Uganda Cranes match 

  • Uganda Cranes edge KCCA F.C in practice match

    Uganda Cranes edge KCCA F.C in practice match

    Training Match:

    • Uganda Cranes 2-0 KCCA FC

    The Uganda Cranes edged Uganda Premier League reigning champions KCCA FC 2-0 in a practice match played at Mandela National Stadium Namboole on Wednesday evening.

    Habib Kavuma scored in his own net in the 29th minute to give the Cranes a lead and second half substitute Derrick Nsibambi doubled the lead in the 81st minute of the game.

    The Uganda Cranes Coach Moses Basena said after the game that practice match has helped him asses the ability of his players ahead of the last group E qualifier match against Congo Brazzaville on Sunday  12th November 2017 in Brazzaville.

    Godfrey Walusimbi dribbles during the practice game at Namboole stadium

    “One practice match is equal to five training sessions , so this practice match has helped me at my technical team to as the players physically, mentally and psychologically ahead of our game against Congo” Said Basena

    Team will conduct last training session on Thursday morning at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole 9 am before traveling to Brazzaville on Friday morning.

    Uganda Cranes Starting XI

    Ismail Watenga (GK), Nico Wadada, Godfrey Walusimbi, Denis Iguma, Isaac Isinde, Murushid Juuko, Hassan Wasswa, Milto Karisa,Muzamir Mutyaba,Geofrey Serukuma and Isaac Muleme.

    Used Substitutes: Benjamin Ochan (GK), Tom Masiko, Savio Kabugo, Bernard Muwanga, Allan Kyambadde, Timothy Awany, Paul Mucureezi, Nelson Senkatuka, Derrick Nsibambi and Nelson Senkatuka.

    Unused Substitutes: Denis Onyango (GK), Tom Ikara (GK), Ibrahim Kiyemba, Shafic Kagimu, Albert Mugisa & Hood Kaweesa.

  • Refresher course for Uganda Premier League club coaches

    Refresher course for Uganda Premier League club coaches

     

    Activity: Refresher Course for coaches, Assistant Coaches, Fitness coaches in the Uganda Premier League and CAF ‘A’ Licensed coaches

    Date: 9th-10th November, 2017

    Venue: FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru 

    FUFA has organized a fresher course for Uganda Premier League club coaches, their assistants and fitness coaches.  Holders of CAF “A” coaching licenses will also attend the refresher course at FUFA Technical Centre, Nejru from 9th to 10th November, 2017.

    The FUFA Education Officer Jackson Nyiima confirmed the course.

    ‘Communication was sent to all stakeholders who fall in the category we need for this course. We expect good turn up from the clubs playing in the Azam Uganda Premier League’ said Nyiima.

    Nyiima revealed that new aspects of the game will be taught to the participants.

    ‘Coaches will be introduced to the new technical developments in football, periodic planning, principles of training, match analysis, game reading and leadership concepts’ added Nyiima who is one of the two CAF Instructors who can examine and assess the coaches in Uganda and on the African Continent. Asumani Lubowa is the other Instructor.

    Coaches will also be given topics for discussions and field practical presentations.

    MAIN PHOTO: Jackson Nyiima-FUFA Education Officer 

  • FUFA Invites bids from Service Providers for Years 2018 and 2019

    FUFA Invites bids from Service Providers for Years 2018 and 2019

    FUFA is the only Association mandated to run football in the country. In a bid to maintain and improve its services to the various stakeholders, FUFA is inviting bids from suppliers, providers in various areas for the goods and services for the period 2018 and 2019.

    Potential suppliers and service providers are requested to open this document Suppliers Doc for further details on how to pick the bid forms and other related documents.

    Bids obtainable from FUFA House between 6th November and Friday 8th December, 2017

     

  • Airtel renews partnership with FUFA worth 10Bn for next 4 years

    Airtel renews partnership with FUFA worth 10Bn for next 4 years

    Leading telecommunications giants Airtel Uganda Limited has on Monday, 6th November 2017 at Serena Hotel renewed their partnership with Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) as Uganda Cranes main sponsors. Part of the package will be spent on FUFA Juniors League, Airtel FUFA Awards and The Uganda Cranes Regional Tours.

    The new sponsorship is worth Ug.shs 10 billion for a period of four years.

    It was officially unveiled at Serena International Hotel in Kampala before a fully packed media presence.

    FUFA was ably represented by the President, Eng Moses Magogo and FUFA staff, Airtel Uganda Limited’s delegation was led by the Managing Director, VG Somasekhar and Government was represented by the state minister of sports Hon. Charles Bakabulindi.

    L-R: Airtel Managing Director, VG Somasekhar , Minister of State for Sports Minister Hon. Charles Bakabulindi and the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo display the signed and binding agreements of the new deal at Serena on Monday morning.

    Uganda Cranes team captain Dennis Onyango and his vice Hassan Wasswa Mawanda represented the players.

     ‘These are 4  more years to write a new history in Uganda’s football circles. The Shs 10 Billion contribution is to make a meaningful investment in football development. The recognition of individuals at international level is success for the entire country.Life in Uganda can be summarized in three words. Eat, Sleep and play football. To the players, play for the name on the front of the shirt and remember the name at the back. Airtel Uganda is committed to serve football for the next 4 years, like we have done for the previous 4 years. Football has the power to unite the different cultures and social back grounds as well as develop communities’ Airtel Uganda M.D, VG Somasekhar.

    Eng. Moses Magogo, the FUFA President

    An ecstatic FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo lauded the main sponsors for the renewal of the partnership.

    ‘I thank Airtel Uganda for this renewal. Coaches, players, referees create the football product which is marketable to the fans and sponsors and regulated by Government. This is the biggest sponsorship in the history of this country. It is not about today but the future. Airtel Uganda even supported FUFA in the regional campaigns and the FUFA Awards for two years now. I  also thank the Government of Uganda for the support throughout the AFCON and World Cup qualification campaigns.’ FUFA President, Eng. Moses Magogo.

    Uganda Cranes captain Dennis Onyango saluted the contribution of Airtel Uganda to football right from the grass roots.

    ‘I would not have made it to the top without the team and the sponsorship of Airtel Uganda Limited. It means a lot to us-footballers and the country. Since Airtel Uganda Limited came on board, we have seen a lot of progress and success’ 

    ‘Right from the Airtel Rising Stars (ARS) and regional tours, they have done a great deal. People are excited to see the local stars of national team through the regional tours. Football brings hope to everyone. Airtel Uganda has done a lot for football in Uganda. Airtel Uganda has taken the team to the next level and steered us to the right direction’ said Onyango

    Uganda Cranes captain Dennis Onyango at Serena Hotel in Kampala

    This is arguably the biggest sports sponsorship in Uganda and for football in particular, thanks to the able leadership of the FUFA President, Eng. Moses Magogo, the FUFA Executive committee, delegates and the members of the FUFA Secretariat.

    Uganda Cranes other sponsors include Nile Breweries Limited, Eco Bank and National Insurance Corporation (NIC).

    The Cranes entered residential camp in preparation for the final 2018 FIFA World Cup group E away qualifier against Congo Brazzaville on 12th November 2017.

     

  • FUFA Women Elite League: Kawempe Muslim, Ajax Queens, Kampala Queens win in style

    FUFA Women Elite League: Kawempe Muslim, Ajax Queens, Kampala Queens win in style

    FUFA WOMEN ELITE LEAGUE WEEKEND RESULTS

    Kawempe Muslim 2-1 Rines FC
    Goal Scorers
    Juliet Nalukenge 1 (Kawempe Muslim)
    Janat Peace 1 Own Goal( Rines SS)
    Aisha Namagembe 1 (Rines SS)
    Kampala Queens 2-0 She Mak 
    Goal Score:  Namuleme Zaina 2 (Kampala Queens)
    She Corporate 0-0  Muteesa Royal
    Gafford Ladies 0-2  Ajax Queens
    Goal Scorers
    Nabisaalu Bridget 1 (Ajax Queens)
    Afoyo Moureen 1.  (Ajax Queens)
    Uganda Martyrs 1-0 Wakiso Hills
    Goal scorer Agnes Mukera 1 Own Goal ( Wakiso Hills)
    Match day four of the FUFA Women Elite league produced thrilling moments in the five games played across the different grounds over the weekend.
    Reigning champions Kawempe Muslim continued their brilliant start to the season with a hard-fought 2-1 win over Rines WFC.
    In the game played at the Valley ground on Saturday, Kawempe needed an extra effort to edge past hard fighting Rines WFC.
    The visitors took the lead through Aisha Namagembe but an own goal from defender Peace Janat and on form striker Juliet Nalukenge saw Kawempe stage a comeback.
    The result meant Kawempe Muslim top Victoria group on nine points in three games.
    Kampala Queens ascended to the summit of Elizabeth group with a comfortable 2-0 win against She MAK at Villa Park on Saturday.
    The game watched by FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo saw midfielder Zaina Namuleme strike a brace to spur Kampala Queens to a 2-1 victory over She MAK.

     

    Zainah Namuleme (L) netted a brace against She MAK.
    On Sunday, Ajax Queens Football Club put up a brilliant display to dispatch Gafford Ladies in a thrilling game played at Kanyanya playground.
    A well taken free kick by defender Bridget Nabisaalu and another goal from Maureen Afoyo helped Ajax Queens to secure their first ever win against Gafford Ladies. All the previous four engagements the two sides had ended in stalemates.
    The result moved Ajax Queens second on the log in Victoria group on seven points, two behind leaders Kawempe Muslim.

    She MAK Women Football Team that faced Kampala Queens on Saturday.

    Kampala Queens that beat She MAK on Saturday at Villa Park in the FUFA Women Elite League
    Elsewhere, She Corporate played out yet another goalless draw against Muteesa I Royal University.
    This was the third barren draw for the Nakawa based side this season in four games. The other two came against Gafford Ladies and Ajax Queens.
    Uganda Martyrs High School Rubaga earned their first win this season edging past Wakiso Hills.
    An own goal from defender Agnes Mukera in the first half was enough to help Uganda Martyrs secure maximum points and move to five points in three games.
    The top two teams in either group of Elizabeth and Victoria at the end of the regular season will qualify for the playoffs to determine the champion.

     

     

     

  • Unbeaten Gafford, Ajax Queens to face off in the FUFA Women Elite League

    Unbeaten Gafford, Ajax Queens to face off in the FUFA Women Elite League

    FUFA Women Elite League

    Saturday 
    Kawempe Muslim vs Rines – Kawempe
    Kampala Queens vs She MAK – Villa Park
    Sunday
    Gafford Ladies vs Ajax Queens – Kanyanya
    Wakiso Hills vs Uganda Martyrs HS – Wakisha 
    Muteesa I Royal University vs She Corporate – Wankulukuku
    All games kickoff at 4:00pm 
    Engagements between Gafford Ladies and Ajax Queens Women Football Club have never come easy.
    For the four times that the two sides have faced off, there hasn’t been a winner with all games ending in stalemates.
    And ahead of the clash this Sunday at Kanyanya Sports Ground either side will be seeking to get a positive result.
    Gafford come into this game in buoyant mood after earning a hard-fought 1-0 win against Western United last weekend away in Mbarara.
    Kenyan lethal forward Lillian Veronica Zedi will be at the forefront to spur Gafford past visiting Ajax Queens.
    Ajax Queens on the other hand haven’t been in action for a fortnight but have so far collected for points in the two games they have played this season.
    Gafford Ladies FC
    The other games in Victoria group will see high flying Kawempe Muslim take on Rines WFC who lost 4-0 to She Corporate last week.
    Kawempe have rided on the efficiency of striker Juliet Nalukenge who has scored four goals in two games.
    She Corporate who have garnered five points in three games will make a short trip to Wankulukuku on Sunday to face Muteesa I Royal University.
    She Corporates Women FC
    The University side is yet to pick a point this season losing 1-0 and 2-0 against Ajax Queens and Kawempe Muslim respectively.
    In Elizabeth group She Corporate host She MAK at Villa Park Nsambya on Saturday while Wakiso Hills will be at home to Uganda Martyrs High School Rubaga.
    MAIN PHOTO: Ajax Queens Women FC
  • PRAU FUFA run ends successfully at Lugogo

    PRAU FUFA run ends successfully at Lugogo

    It was a run organized by the Public Relations Association of Uganda (PRAU) in relation to every participant’s health.

    FUFA led by its President Eng. Moses Magogo together with Uganda Cranes players were the main attractions of the show that started at NCS, Headquarters in Lugogo.

    Different Generations of Uganda Cranes at the PRAU FUFA run on Friday at Lugogo. Savio Kabugo led the current crop of Uganda Cranes players while Hakim Magumba and Hassan Mubiru stole eh show as well.

    The 10 km run drew runners from all walks of life including the members of PRAU.

    Minister of ICT Hon Frank Tumwebaze was the Guest runner and he managed to complete the run with ease.

    FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo (M) took part and finished in a respectable position.

    FUFA President who flagged off the runners then joined the race, beat off young and fit participants to finish in a respectable position.

    Technical matters being discussed by FUFA Youth Development Officer Bashir Mutyaba (L) with Education Officer Jackson Nyiima during the PRAU FUFA run.

    Uganda Cranes players Saidi Keni, David Owori, Albert Mugisa, Savio Kabugo and Nelson Senkatuka enjoyed the top positions during the race from start to finish.

    All smiles after completing the race (L-R) FUFA Communications Manager Ahmed Hussein, Urban TV’s Thomas Muruka and SuperSport’s Usher Komugisha
    Finance Director Decolas Kiiza put aside financial figures to run on Friday. He is seen in the picture running toe to toe with FUFA Competition’s staff Phoebe Kutamba.

    The trio Keni, Owori and Mugisa were in the top three and won themselves Gift hampers that had Decoders and Dishes from event partners Kwese Free Sports.

    FUFA Marketing Director Esther Musoke (L) also took part in the PRAU FUFA Run on Friday.

    Former Uganda Cranes players Hassan Mubiru, Edward Kalungi and Hakim Magumba drew crowds around them as some runners confessed that they used to hear the stars on radios or read about them in the papers.

    FUFA also made a presentation about the institution which was followed with a video showing all the highlights of activities for the past four years.

    Albert Mugisa of Police FC and Uganda Cranes (L) receives his prize from Kwese Free Sports. In the Middle is PRAU President Cynthia Mpanga

    The Patron of PRAU: Hon. Frank Tumwebaze

    ‘It has been a very wonderful race that has brought so many stakeholders together. I thank PRAU for putting up such a well organised event. From today onwards, I will frequently turn up for these runs’ said Minister Tumwebaze

    PRAU President Cynthia Mpanga with the original Uganda Cranes jersey used by Farouk Miya during the AFCON 2017 Finals in Gabon. FUFA President presented the shirt to her at Lugogo.

    ‘Allow me to thank the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo for accepting our invitation to take part in the run. I believe the gathering today will take us much closer and get to know more about FUFA. It is not a day of politics or keeping on offices. We are here to improve our health’ added Tumwebaze.

    FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo addressing the media after the run.

    FUFA President: Eng. Moses Magogo

    ‘It is a beautiful moment for all of us to come together and get involved in a run aimed at improving health. Sports needs fit athletes. We are happy that we brought our best commercial brand-Uganda Cranes to this event. Our partnership with PRAU will keep getting better. We look forward to working with PRAU once again in the future’

    Minister of ICT and PRAU Patron Hon. Frank Tumwebaze (M) with the original Uganda Cranes jersey used by Joseph Ochaya during the AFCON 2017 Finals in Gabon. FUFA President presented the shirt to him at Lugogo.

     

    PRAU President: Cynthia Mpanga

    ‘It is historic for PRAU that our Patron has attended his first ever run organized by the Association where he belongs. We know his schedules but his presence here has drawn many runners. We know this is just the start of his so many planned attendances for PRAU events’

    FUFA Deputy CEO Humphrey Mandu (Extreme Left) showed his top notch fitness levels when he completed the 10km run.
    A friend in need is a friend Indeed. FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo giving a helping hand to Minister of ICT Hon. Frank Tumwebaze during the drills.
    Stretching after the run

    ‘FUFA have been exemplary right from the day we invited them to take part in the race. The entire team at FUFA has shown top notch organization. Special recognition goes to the Uganda Cranes for accepting to take part in the run’

    The Registration Desk did a commendable job

     

  • Cranes Start Preparations For Congo Brazzaville

    Uganda Cranes started preparations on Wednesday afternoon at Namboole for the last 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia qualifier match against Congo Brazaville.

    19 players all local based reported for the session under the watchful eye of interim coach Moses Basena together with Matia Lule and goalkeeping coach Fred Kajoba.

    Basena said the team has to prepare and get positive results from Congo.

    ‘We can no longer qualify for the World Cup but we have to prepare and put up a good show next week’ said Basena

    He added that the team is also preparing for other upcoming engagements like the CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup and the Championship of African Nations (CHAN) in Morocco.

    ‘I have summoned other players who were not on the original list to be part of the training sessions’

    The foreign based players will start arriving in the country on Friday.

    The team resumes training on Thursday 2nd November 2017 at Mandela National Stadium, 10am.

    Players who trained on Wednesday: Tom Ikara (GK),  Bernard Muwanga,  Savio Kabugo,  Timothy Awanyi,  Joseph Nsubuga,  Ibrahim Kiyemba,  Isaac Muleme,  Dumba Sadala, David Owori,  Pius Obuya, Muzamir Mutyaba,  Allan Kyambade,  Albert Mugisa,  Daniel Isiagi,  Paul Mucureezi,  Shafik Kagimu,  Hood Kaweesa,  Derrick Nsibambi & Nelson Senkatuka.

  • CAF Awards 2017: Cranes stars Onyango and Serunkuma nominated

    CAF Awards 2017: Cranes stars Onyango and Serunkuma nominated

    Uganda Cranes stars skipper Denis Onyango and striker Geofrey Serunkuma have been nominated for the CAF Player of the year Award. The nomination is for players who ply their trade on the African Continent.

    The Ugandan duo appears on the 30 man short list released by CAF on Wednesday afternoon.

    Mamelodi Sundowns’ Onyango  won the 2016 award while Serunkuma who featured for Ugandan Champions KCCA FC during continental club football but now is in Zambia with Buildcon FC is making the list for the first time.

    Onyango is also a nominee for the African Player of the Year award that brings together the foreign based and those who play on the African Continent. The list also has 30 names.

    Uganda Cranes was named CAF Team of the year 2016 following its great show in the qualification campaign for the TOTAL 2017 AFCON Finals in Gabon.

    Geofrey Serunkuma

    The player of the year based in Africa will be voted on by National team coaches, CAF Technical and Development Committee plus selected media.

    Ghana will host the Awards Gala in Accra on Thursday 4th January 2018.

    Nominees for African Player of the Year – Based in Africa:

    1. Achraf Bencharki (Morocco & Wydad Casablanca)
      2. Ahmed Fathi (Egypt & Al Ahly)
      3. Alkhaly Bangoura (Guinea & Etoile du Sahel)
      4. Ali Maaloul (Tunisia & Al Ahly)
      5. Aristide Bance (Burkina Faso & Al Masry)
      6. Ayman Majid (Morocco & FUS Rabat)
      7. Aymen Mathlouthi (Tunisia & Etoile du Sahel)
      8. Ben Malango (DR Congo & TP Mazembe)
      9. Dean Furman (South Africa & Supersport United)
      10. Denis Onyango (Uganda & Mamelodi Sundowns)
      11. Elsamani Saadeldin (Sudan & El Merreikh)
      12. Fackson Kapumbu (Zambia & Zesco)
      13. Fawzi Chaouchi (Algeria & Alger)
      14. Geofrey Serunkuma (Uganda & KCCA)
      15. Jeremy Brockie (New Zealand & Supersport)
      16. Junior Ajayi (Nigeria & Al Ahly)
      17. Karim Aouadhi (Tunisia & CS Sfaxien)
      18. Mohamed Meftah (Algeria & USM Alger)
      19. Mohamed Ounnajem (Morocco & Wydad Casablanca)
      20. Muaid Ellafi (Libya & Ahly Tripoli)
      21. Nasr Eldin Ahmed (Sudan & Hilal Obeid)
      22. Oussama Darfalou (Algeria & USM Alger)
      23. Percy Tau (South Africa & Mamelodi Sundowns)
      24. Sabelo Ndzinisa (Swaziland & Mbabane Swallows)
      25. Saber Khalifa (Tunisia & Club Africain)
      26. Saladin Said (Ethiopia & St George)
      27. Sylvain Gbohouo (Ivory Coast & TP Mazembe)
      28. Tady Etekiama (DR Congo & AS Vita)
      29. Taha Yassine Khenissi (Tunisia & Esperance)
      30. Tarek Hamed (Egypt & Zamalek)

     

    African Player of the Year Nominees: (Both in Africa and Abroad) 
    1. Ali Maaloul (Tunisia & Al Ahly)
    2. Bertrand Traore (Burkina Faso & Lyon)
    3. Cedric Bakambu (DR Congo & Villareal)
    4. Christian Atsu (Ghana & Newcastle)
    5. Christian Bassogog (Cameroon & Henan Jianye)
    6. Denis Onyango (Uganda & Mamelodi Sundowns)
    7. Eric Bailly (Cote d’Ivoire & Manchester United)
    8. Essam El Hadary (Egypt & Al Taawoun)
    9. Fabrice Ondoa (Cameroon & Sevilla)
    10. Fackson Kapumbu (Zambia & Zesco)
    11. Jean Michel Seri (Cote d’Ivoire & Nice)
    12. Junior Kabananga (DR Congo & Astana)
    13. Karim El Ahmadi (Morocco & Feyenoord)
    14. Keita Balde (Senegal & Monaco)
    15. Khalid Boutaib (Morocco & Yeni Malatyaspor)
    16. Mbwana Samata (Tanzania & Genk)
    17. Michael Olunga (Kenya & Girona)
    18. Mohamed Salah (Egypt & Liverpool)
    19. Moussa Marega (Mali & Porto)
    20. Naby Keita (Guinea & RB Leipzig)
    21. Percy Tau (South Africa & Mamelodi Sundowns)
    22. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (Gabon & Borussia Dortmund)
    23. Sadio Mane (Senegal & Liverpool)
    24. Thomas Partey (Ghana & Atletico Madrid)
    25. Victor Moses (Nigeria & Chelsea)
    26. Vincent Aboubakar (Cameroon & Porto)
    27. William Troost-Ekong (Nigeria & Bursaspor)
    28. Yacine Brahimi (Algeria & Porto)
    29. Youssef Msakni (Tunisia & Al Duhail)
    30. Yves Bissouma (Mali & Lille)

    MAIN PHOTO: Denis Onyango with his trademark smile after he was crowned the best on the Continent for the year 2016. He has been nominated again for the award. 

  • Maroons’ rich vein in form continues with another win over Proline

    Maroons’ rich vein in form continues with another win over Proline

    Azam Uganda Premier League results-Tuesday 31st October, 2017

    Express FC 0-0 Bright Stars FC

    UPDF 0-1 Police 

    Maroons FC 1-0 Proline 

    Maroons FC have picked up yet another routine win over Proline FC in the Azam Uganda Premier League.

    Chika Sydney scored the all- important goal for Maroons on 38 minutes for the maximum points. Maroon won 1-0.

    In Bombo, Police FC handled by Abdallah Mubiru edged UPDF 1-0. Hood Kaweesa was the hero for the cops side with the strike coming early in the game at the 17th minute.

    At Muteesa II Stadium, Hamza Muwonge made several saves for his team Bright Stars FC as the Kawempe based side drew 0-0 with Express Fc.

    MAIN PHOTO: Bright Stars FC star player Nelson Senkatuka in (Blue) takes on Express FC players during the match played on Tuesday at Muteesa II Stadium, Wankulukuku

  • Job Opportunity: FUFA Research Assistant needed

    Job Opportunity: FUFA Research Assistant needed

    FUFA has opened up yet another opportunity for qualified personnel to apply for the position of Research Assistant.

    Less than 24 hours after the closure of the application process for the post of Head Coach of Uganda Canes, FUFA is recruiting another staff to work at the FA Headquarters in Mengo.

    Here are details:

    JOB OPPORTUNITY

    Job Title: FUFA Research Assistant (1)

    Qualifications: 1st Degree

    Computer Literacy: Proficiency in Usage of MS Word, Excel, Access and Power Point

    Description: Assist the FUFA Executive and Secretariat to;

    • To undertake research and analysis
    • To prepare Reports and Presentations
    • To write speeches, correspondences, briefs and dossiers

    Extensive Knowledge of Ugandan, African and World Football is an added advantage

    Remuneration: 9.6m UGX per annum

    Send Application & Resume to: vacancy@fufauganda.com

    Time for Application: Tuesday 31st October to Thursday 9th November, 2017

    Please download form from www.fufa.co.ug under the Careers category

     

     

  • FUFA Women Elite League: Wins for Champions Kawempe, She MAK, Isra Acaemy, Gafford, She Corporate

    FUFA Women Elite League: Wins for Champions Kawempe, She MAK, Isra Acaemy, Gafford, She Corporate

    Match day three results

    Saturday 
    She Corporate 5-0 Rines WFC
    She MAK 3-0 Eastern Heroes
    Muteesa I Royal University 0-2 Kawempe Muslim
    Sunday
    Wakiso Hills 1-3 Isra Academy
    Western United 0-1 Gafford Ladies
    Kampala Queens vs Eastern Heroes (Not played)
    The competition in the 2017/18 FUFA Women Elite League continues to get tougher every other match day as teams seek to fulfill their targets for this season.
    Over the weekend, several teams were in action across different grounds in the Country as the league entered match day three.
    New comers Isra Academy continue to be the surprise package this season as they went ahead to defeat Wakiso Hills 3-1 and register their maiden win in the league.Isra remains unbeaten this season with two draws and a win to their account.
    In the game played at Wakisha playground on Sunday, Wakiso Hills took the lead through Amina Kalemba but a resuscitated performance from Isra Academy saw them stage a comeback to eventually win.
    A brace from Fauzia Najjemba and another goal from Sophia Nakiyingi helped Isra to win and move top in Elizabeth group on five points in three games. They had drawn against She MAK and Uganda Martyrs in their first two games.
    Najjemba now leads the scoring chart with five goals in three games.
    In the other game played on Sunday, Gafford Ladies needed a 71st minute goal from Kenyan striker Lilian Veronica Zedi to edge past Western United in Kabwohe.
    The game between Kampala Queens and Eastern Heroes was not played with the latter failing to show up at Villa park.  However Eastern Heroes honoured their match against She MAK on Saturday which they lost 3-0 at Makerere University Sports Ground.
    On Saturday, She Corporate registered the biggest win so far this season outwitting Rines Women’s Football Club 5-0 in Nakawa.
    Jennifer Mirembe struck a brace while Aisha Babirye , Noeline Namubiru and Mary Jean Iyezimana added a goal each to complete the rout.
    This was the first win for She Corporate this season after two goalless draws in their opening two games.
    Elsewhere, Kawempe Muslim showed their intent of reclaiming the championship with a 2-0 win against Muteesa I Royal University at Wankulukuku.
    Lethal striker Juliet Nalukenge converted a penalty and added another goal to register a brace on the day. This took her goal tally to four this season.
    Kawempe Muslim moved top in Victoria group with six points in two games.
    She MAK eased past Eastern Heroes winning the game 3-0 at Makerere playground despite the visitors coming late.
    Captain Anne Mary Kobusingye scored twice while Fabby Kitimbo netted the other goal to help She MAK to their first win this season.
    The top two teams from Elizabeth group and Victoria group at the end of the regular season qualify for the playoff stage to determine the champion.
    MAIN PHOTO: Gafford Ladies FC(that started against Western United)  travelled several miles from Kyebando in Kampala to Kabwohe in Western Uganda and returned with three valuable points. They edged Western United 1-0 on Sunday. 
  • FUFA to take part in the PRAU Run set for Friday

    FUFA to take part in the PRAU Run set for Friday

    • #PRAUFUFARUN is the Hashtag
    • The Chief Runner is FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo 
    • Set for Friday 3rd November, 2017
    • Organised by Public Relations Practitioners under their body PRAU whose President is Cynthia Mpanga 
    • Uganda Cranes, FUFA Excom, Chairmen/Chairpersons of Azam Uganda Premier League clubs, FUFA Staff to take part 
    • Starts at Lugogo 
    • Dress code: Uganda Cranes Jersey 

    FUFA and the Uganda Cranes Football Team are set to join Uganda’s leading PR and communication professionals in the 11th edition of the PRAU Run set to place on Friday 3rd November, 2017.

    This run will provide a great opportunity for people from two different sides of the coin to meet and learn from each other. While footballers are fit and healthy athletes, PR professionals on the other hand know how to manage reputation for various brands.

    “The last time we had the PRAU Run we hosted the Uganda Rugby Cranes. This time around FUFA and the national football team will be joining us. It will be an exciting time to see how far we can go with our talented football team” said Cynthia Mpanga, PRAU President.

    On his part, FUFA Communications Manager Ahmed Hussein was ecstatic about the opportunity to use the PRAU Run in preparations for the Uganda Cranes Football team prepare for the 2017 Cecafa Senior Challenge Cup in Kenya. Uganda is the record holders having won the cup a record 14 times.

    Cynthia Mpanga, PRAU President. She will be expected to put on the same smile at the end of the run on Friday.

    “We shall use this run for the players to prepare for the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia qualifier against Congo Brazzaville on Sunday 12th November 2017 and the forthcoming CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup in Nairobi” said Ahmed Hussein.

    This year, through the run, PRAU has been able to run shoulders with Uganda’s leading sportsmen, often leaving them with stardust.  Former World and Olympic champion Stephen Kiprotich, who took part in the January edition of the PRAU Run, went ahead to scoop a bronze medal at the IAAF World Cross Country Championships at Kololo in March and then later took silver at the Haspa Hamburg International Marathon in April.

    FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo will take off the office attire for the PRAU FUFA run on Friday. He will be the Chief runner.

    In May, following their participation on the PRAU Run, the Uganda Rugby Cranes started the Africa Gold Cup campaign on a high with a highly contested 33-all draw with the Kenya Simba’s and later beat Senegal in front of their home crowd.

    “We already heard of PRAUs good luck charm whenever our national sportsmen run with the PR professionals. I hope it hasn’t run out even as we prepare for the 2017 CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup. It will also be a good opportunity for the boys to interact with the Ugandan fans” said Hussein.

    Uganda Cranes will be part of the PRAU FUFA Run on Friday.

    The PRAU monthly run will start off at Lugogo Indoor Stadium at 5.30pm. Warm up and stretching drills will be conducted before the official run commences at 6.00pm.