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FUFA Big League 2017/18: 21 goals scored on match day 2
2017/18 FUFA Big League (Match Day Two)

Full Time Results:

Rwenzori Group:
- Ntinda United 1-0 Greater Masaka United
- Nyamityobora 4-0 Sun City
- Kira United 0-0 Kitara
- Kansai Plascon 1-1 Simba
- Kireka United 1-0 Bumate United
- Synergy 1-1 Water
Elgon Group:
- Kyetume 1-0 Bukedea Town Council
- Jinja Municipal Council (JMC) Hippos 1-0 Kataka
- Amuka Bright Stars 1-0 Ndejje University
- Busia Fisheries 2-1 Vura
- Agape SS 2-1 Lira United
- Kamuli Park 2-0 Paidah Black Angels
A total of 21 goals were scored on match day two of the 2017/18 FUFA Big league in 12 matches played across the country on Thursday.

Of these, 10 came in the Rwenzori group and the other 11 in the Elgon group.

Nyamityobora Football Club scored the most goals on the day, during their 4-0 home win against SunCity in Mbarara.

David Kizza scored twice for Nyamityobora. Joseph Akandwanaho and Musa Docca got the other goals for Nyamityobora.

George Otim got newly promoted Ntinda United’ lone goal on the day against visiting Greater Masaka United at the Kamwokya play ground.

Lira’s Amuka Bright Stars out-muscled visiting Ndejje University 1-0 with Dickens ‘Diarra’ Okwi on target.

Another Lira club, Lira United lost their second game in a row, falling 2-1 at Agape S.S in Namutumba.

Twaha Sendi and Faizal Babalanda found the back of the net for Agape as Solomon Wafula scored for Lira United.

Meanwhile, Kamuli Park registered a morale boosting 2-0 win against Paidha Black Angels in Kamuli.

Aramanzani Tamale and Franco Mugomba scored for Kamuli Park.

The league takes a one day break before resuming on the weekend.

MAIN PHOTO: Action between Kansai Plascon and Simba at Naro Ntawo play ground

PHOTO CREDITS: Simba Wats up group
October 12, 2017
FUFA Women Elite 2017/18 season Fixtures released, London Stallions given until Thursday to submit requirements

FUFA WOMEN ELITE LEAGUE 2017/2018 SEASON

Saturday 14th October, 2017

Muteesa Royal vs Ajax Queens 4pm at Muteesa II Stadium, Wankulukuku

Sunday 15th October, 2017

Olila vs Eastern Heroes 4pm

She Corporate vs Gafford Ladies 4pm at MUBS

Uganda Martyrs vs UCU Lady Cardinals 4pm at UMHS Lubaga

Isra Academy vs She MAK 4pm in Kawempe

The FUFA Competitions Directorate has released the fixtures of the FUFA Women Elite League 2017/2018 season.

Click for fixtures FWEL FIXTURES- 201718 SEASON

The league kicks off on 14^th October, 2017.

The FUFA Acting Competitions Director Hajati Aisha Nalule confirmed that 15 teams have been drawn ns in the two separate groups but London Stallions are yet to submit the minimum requirements for club licensing and have been given until Thursday 12^th October, 2017 to complete the exercise.

Only one match between Muteesa Royal and Ajax Queens will be played on the opening day of the league that is entering its 4^th season during the administration of Eng. Moses Magogo.

‘We are glad the league will finally kickoff and we are hopeful to witness beautiful football from the teams. The teams have been planning for the new season. May the best team win’ said Hajati Nalule.

Kawempe Muslim SS are the defending champions but will not be in action on the opening weekend of the league.

Catch them if you can-Ajax Queens Squad for the 2017/2018 season. Most teams have been preparing for the new season signing players and organising build up games. The FWEL Season kicks off on Saturday 14th October, 2017. Photo: Ajax Queens Media

Kawempe Muslim’s captain Hasifa Nassuna with the ball during the final this year against UCU. She was part of the successfull Kawempe side that won three league titles in a row. The story has now changed as she will don a different jersey this season at a new club-UCU Lady Cardinals.

October 11, 2017
Azam Uganda Premier League: Express, Kirinya-Jinja S.S and Maroons clinch victories
2017/18 AZAM UGANDA PREMIER LEAGUE (MATCH DAY 5):

Tuesday Results:
- Masavu 0-1 Kirinya-Jinja S.S
- Express 1-0 URA
- Bright Stars 0-1 Maroons
Kirinya-Jinja S.S, Express and Maroons won their respective games on Tuesday during the different encounters on match day five of the 2017/18 Azam Uganda Premier League.

Express needed Daniel Sserunkuma’s 44th minute goal on 1-0 against Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) at the Mutesa II Wankulukuku stadium, Wankulukuku.

This was the second victory for Express FC that lifts them to 4th on the league standings with 7 points.

Kirinya-Jinja S.S won away from home 1-0. Faizal Muwawu scored the lone strike in the 4th minute of the game.

Maroons secured their first victory of the season, winning 1-0 at Bright Stars.

Felix Okot got the goal for the Prisons’ funded side on 70 minutes.

The league takes a two day’s break before resuming on Friday when Proline entertains Mbarara City at the Star Times stadium in Lugogo.

Next Fixtures:

Friday, 13th October 2017:
- Proline Vs Mbarara City – Star Times Stadium, Lugogo – Live on Azam T.V (4:00 p.m)
Saturday, 14th October 2017 (At 4:00 p.m)
- BUL vs KCCA – Kakindu Stadium, Jinja – Live on Azam TV
- Police Vs Vipers – Mandela National Stadium, Namboole
- Onduparaka Vs Soana – Green Light Stadium, Arua
MAIN PHOTO: Action from the Bright Stars vs Maroons Match in Mwererwe on Tuesday. Maroons edged Bright Stars 1-0 to record their first win and goal of the season.
October 10, 2017
Kabale to host Beginners’ Coaching Course
Western Region Football Association (WRFA) has cleared the forthcoming FUFA Beginners’ coaching course to be held in Kabale. The course to be catered for by participants will be conducted from 23^rd-27^th October, 2017.

In a communication to the FUFA CEO Edgar Watson, from WRFA, the 5 day course is targeting participants who don’t have coaching badges.

‘We are happy that coaching courses are being organized in the area and this will raise the levels of our coaches when handling young and senior players at various football levels. Our target is to have as many qualified coaches as possible in the next four years. We wnat the region to be strong technically’ said Seka Mutaka- Chairman of the WRFA.

The course is part of the technical programs to spread football to all the 8 FUFA regions so that the game is improved upon at the lower levels.

Each participant is required to pay 100,000/- for the course that will cater for their course manuals from the instructors, use of equipment, branded t-shirts, meals and refreshments for the entire period.

Registration for the course starts on Monday 9th October, 2017.

Western region has already conducted three important coaching courses the Beginners Coaching Course (In Kanungu and Mbarara) and FUFA Level One (Mbarara).

The potential targets for the course are former players, Games Masters handling school teams, persons in charge of clubs at all levels in Western and Kigezi Regions.

Contact person for registration is Andrew Amanya (0775787606).

Levels of coaching in Uganda that lead to certification by either FUFA or CAF.

Beginners’ Course, FUFA Level I, CAF C, CAF B, CAF A and CAF Pro

Districts making up Western Region Football Associations
- Bushenyi District Football Association
- Kabale District Football Association
- Kanungu District Football Association
- Kiruhura District Football Association
- Kisoro District Football Association
- Mbarara District Football Association
- Ntungamo District Football Association
- Ibanda District Football Association
- Rukungiri District Footbal Association
- Insingiro, Sheema, Buhweju, Rubirizi and Mitooma applied for District FA status but waiting for approval by the Western Region FA Assembly
Coaching statistics in Uganda
- In 2013, Uganda had 28 CAF C Caches who were handling Uganda Premier League club but the Capacity building courses have helped improve on the figures. This is the current status of coaches in Uganda as below;
- CAF A- 42 License Holders
- CAF B- 99 License Holders
- CAF C- 259 License Holders
- FUFA Level One- 841 certified coaches
MAIN PHOTO: CAF Instructor Jackson Nyiima during a practical session with participnats of the FUFA Beginners’ coaching course held in Mbarara June 2016.
October 8, 2017
Uganda Cranes XI Vs. Ghana Black Stars | FIFA 2018 World Cup RUSSIA Qualifier

FIFA 2018 World Cup RUSSIA Qualifier

Uganda Cranes vs Ghana Black Stars

Saturday 7th October, 2017

Venue: Mandela National Stadium, Namboole

Charges: 30,000/-, 70,000/- and 150,000/-

Kick off Time: 4:00 p.m (Live on 102.1 FUFA f.m and all FUFA official social media plat forms)

Uganda Cranes starting line up to face Ghana Black Stars in the 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifier at Mandela National Stadium has two changes from the team that played away in Egypt.

Midfielders Dennis Iguma and Tonny Mawejje are drifted back to the starting line up.

Hassan Wasswa Mawanda starts at the backline to replace suspended Murushid Juuko.

Mawanda starts alongside Isaac Isinde at the back. Dennis Onyango commands the team as skipper from the goal posts.

Nico Wakiro Wadada and Godfrey Walusimbi are the team’s right and left back players.

Faruku Miya, Tonny Mawejje, William Luwagga Kizito complete the compacted midfield.

Derrick Nsibambi and Emmanuel Okwi are the two team forwards.

Uganda Cranes XI: Dennis Onyango (G.K), Nico Wakiro Wadada, Godfrey Walusimbi, Hassan Wasswa Mawanda, Isaac Isinde, Denis Iguma, William Luwagga Kizito, Tonny Mawejje, Faruk Miya, Derrick Nsibambi, Emmanuel Okwi

Subs: Isma Watenga (G.K), Benjamin Ochan (G.K), Joseph Ochaya, Timothy Awany, Savio Kabugo, Ivan Ntege, Tom Masiko, Isaac Muleme, Muzamir Mutyaba, Milton Karisa, Edrisa Lubega, Geofrey Sserunkuma

October 7, 2017
Uganda Cranes concludes final training ahead of Ghana clash, set for spirited home display

2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Russia

Uganda Cranes vs Ghana Black Stars

Saturday 7th October, 2017

Venue: Mandela National Stadium, Namboole

Charges: 30,000/-, 70,000/- and 150,000/-

Kick off Time: 4:00 p.m

Uganda Cranes team successfully concluded their final training session on Friday ahead of the FIFA 2018 World Cup group E clash with Ghana Black Stars.

The one and half hour session was conducted at the Mandela National Stadium, Namboole starting at 2:30 p.m.

Some of the Uganda Cranes players in a ball work session

All the players responded well in the session under the coaches Moses Basena, Mathias Lule and Fred Kajoba (goalkeeping coach).

The brief session majorly centered on efficient use of the ball, solid defending (with or without the ball), creating goal scoring opportunities and finishing.

Head coach Moses Basena issues instructions to the players during the final training session at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole

The head coach Basena promised a good show in the match.

Moses Basena addresses the media on Friday at Namboole

‘We have prepared well for the match and the morale is high ahead of the match. There are no injuries and the players are all set for action’ Basena told the media in a press conference at Namboole stadium.

Defender Savio Kabugo sounded equally braced for the task at hand.

‘We are mentally and physically ready. This is the opportunity we have to prove that we are good enough to make the World Cup grade’ Kabugo who scored against Ghana in 2014 at Namboole noted.

Savio Kabugo addresses the media

Ghana Black Stars also trained for close to hour at Namboole after the Uganda Cranes session

The three goalkeepers Benjamin Ochan, Denis Onyango and Ismael Watenga in training with the goalkeeping coach Fred Kajoba

Defender Denis Iguma maintains possession during training

The match will take place at 4:00 p.m.

Players who trained with the team on Friday:

Goalkeepers: Benjamin Ochan ,Ismail Watenga & Denis Onyango

Outfield players: Nico Wadada, Denis Iguma, Savio Kabugo, Bernard Muwanga, Isaac Muleme, Timothy Awanyi, Ivan Ntege, Muzamir Mutyaba, Tom Masiko, Derrick Nsibambi, Nelson Senkatuka, Isaac Isinde, Joseph Ochaya, Godfrey Walusimbi, Hassan Wasswa, Tonny Mawejje, William Kizito Luwagga, Emmanuel Okwi, Edrisa Lubega, Geofrey Serunkuma & Faruku Miya

TICKET SELLING POINTS:

1. Total Nakivubo
2. Shell Capital
3. Total City Centre
4. Total Arua Park
5. Total Kireka
6. Total Bweyogerere
7. Shell Kireka
8. Mukono City Shoppers
9. Tango Sport
10. FUFA Shop
11. Della Attractions
12. City Oil

13-Hardware World-Ntinda

14- AIRTEL OUTLETS -Ben Kiwanuka, Kampala Road, Kyaggwe Road, Lugogo-Game, Jinja Road

15-Soccanet-Mabirizi Plaza-Kampala road

16-Jude Colour Solutions at Prime Complex

17-Katumwa sports Centre

18-HAM Shopping Grounds, Owino

October 6, 2017
FUFA Big League 2017/18: 21 goals netted on match day one
FUFA Big League 2017/18 (Match Day 1 Results):

Rwenzori Group
- Suncity 0-1 Kabale Sharp
- Greater Masaka United 0-1 Kira United
- Simba 0-0 Nyamityobora
- Kitara 1-0 Kireka United
- Kansai Plascon 3-0 Water
- Bumate United 3-1 Synergy
Elgon Group:
- Kyetume 1-0 Kataka
- Bukedea Town Council 0-0 Amuka Bright Stars
- Vura 0-0 Jinja Municipal Council Hippos
- Paidha Black Angels 3-1 Busia Fisheries
- Lira United 0-1 Kamuli Park
- Ndejje University 4-1 Agape
A total of 21 goals were scored on match day one of the 2017/18 FUFA Big league in 12 matches on Thursday.

Ndejje University were the biggest winners in their 4-1 home win against Agape in Luweero.

Paidah Black Angels registered a 3-1 win at home over visiting Busia Fisheries at the Bar Okoro stadium in Zombo.

Jackson Nsubuga scored a hat-trick in the game.

Kansai Plascon won 3-0 against Water at Naro Ntawo play ground.

Simba XI vs Nyamityobora

Nyamityobora XI

Newcomers Bumate shocked Synergy 3-1 in Bundibugyo as Kitara overcame Kireka United 1-0 at the Boma Play ground, Hoima.

Kamuli Park earned a hard fought 1-0 away win to Lira United at the Lango Sports Ground in Lira with Franco Mugomba’s goal in the 58th minute.

Another new entrant Kabale Sharp won 1-0 away against Sun City in Kasese.

Simba and Nyamityobora shared the spoils in a goalless draw at the -Gayaza – Kabanyolo University Ground.

Bukedea Town Council and Amuka Bright Stars were goal-less at the Emokori Ground, Bukedea.

The Big League will return on Thursday, 12th October 2017.

RWENZORI GROUP:

Nyamityobora v Suncity -Nyamityobora

Kira United v Kitara – Kira Groundd-Namugongo

Kansai Plascon FC v Simba FC – Naro Ntawo Ground

Kireka United v Bumate UTD FC Nambole Out

Synergy v Water – St. Charles Lwanga- Kasasa

ELGON GROUP:

Kyetume v Bukedea Town Council- Nakisunga Saaza Ground

JMC Hippos v Kataka -Kakindu Stadium

Amuka Bright Stars v Ndejje University – Lira Town College Ground

Busia FIsheries v Vura – Madibira – Busia

Agape SS v Lira United – Agape SS Ground

Kamuli Park v Paida Black Angels – Kamuli
October 6, 2017
Uganda Cranes striker Okwi dares Ghana Black Stars | FIFA World Cup 2018 RUSSIA Qualifiers

2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Russia

Uganda Cranes vs Ghana Black Stars

Saturday 7th October, 2017

Venue: Mandela National Stadium, Namboole

Charges: 30,000/-, 70,000/- and 150,000/-

Kick off Time: 4:00 p.m

As days draw closer to the must win 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia Qualifier against Ghana, Uganda Cranes players are getting more confident with clear hopes of overpowering the Black Stars this Saturday during the group E clash at Namboole stadium.

Emma Okwi who silenced the Egypt Pharaohs at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole is also optimistic that the Cranes will register victory against Ghana Black Stars come Saturday.

‘Personally, i am set together with my teammates to encounter Ghana. This is almost a game of our lives we must win to stay in contention for the World Cup slot’ noted Okwi, a forward with Tanzanian giants, Simba Sports Club.

Okwi (left) with the rest of the players in warm up at Buziga Islamic play ground

The silky goal poacher also remarked about his current form with the club and the National team, which gives him confidence that he will see the back of the net, again at the same fortress where Uganda Cranes has flourished over the years.

‘The role of a striker is to score goals. I score at my club and I scored the last goal for the Cranes against Egypt and this gives me confidence about the upcoming game’ Okwi added.

The team trained Buziga Islamic Institute on Thursday evening.

Team captain Dennis Onyango during the Thursday session

The last training session will be held on Friday 6th October 2017 at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole 2.30 pm before Ghana Black Stars’ final session at 4 p.m.

L-R: Godfrey ‘Jjajja Walu’ Walusimbi, Tonny Mawejje, William Luwagga Kizito and Faruku Miya during the warming up session in the Thursday session

Players who trained with the team on Thursday:

Goalkeepers: Benjamin Ochan ,Ismail Watenga & Denis Onyango.

Outfield players: Nico Wadada, Denis Iguma, Savio Kabugo, Bernard Muwanga, Isaac Muleme, Timothy Awanyi, Ivan Ntege, Muzamir Mutyaba, Tom Masiko, Derrick Nsibambi, Nelson Senkatuka, Isaac Isinde, Joseph Ochaya, Godfrey Walusimbi, Hassan Wasswa, Tonny Mawejje, William Kizito Luwagga, Emmanuel Okwi, Edrisa Lubega, Geofrey Serunkuma & Faruku Miya

TICKET SELLING POINTS:

1. Total Nakivubo
2. Shell Capital
3. Total City Centre
4. Total Arua Park
5. Total Kireka
6. Total Bweyogerere
7. Shell Kireka
8. Mukono City Shoppers
9. Tango Sport
10. FUFA Shop
11. Della Attractions
12. City Oil

13-Hardware World-Ntinda

14- AIRTEL OUTLETS -Ben Kiwanuka, Kampala Road, Kyaggwe Road, Lugogo-Game, Jinja Road

15-Soccanet-Mabirizi Plaza-Kampala road

16-Jude Colour Solutions at Prime Complex

17-Katumwa sports Centre

18-HAM Shopping Grounds, Owino

October 5, 2017
Government gives FUFA UGX 1Bn towards Uganda Cranes World Cup campaign

FUFA has this evening received financial support of UGX 1Bn (One Billion Uganda Shillings) from the Government of the Republic of Uganda towards the Uganda Cranes’ 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualification campaign.

This follows a meeting chaired by the Minister of Education and Sports Mrs. Janet Museveni also attended by Minister of State for Sports Hon Charles Bakkabulindi, Permanent Secretary Alex Kakooza, other Ministry officials and NCS where FUFA presented a budget of UGX1.3Bn before the Ghana match and UGX 900M for the post match expenses; for the matches against Egypt and Ghana to cover players’ and coaches’ allowances, bonuses, air tickets, accommodation, practice match (Madagascar) and other related costs.

The FUFA delegation to the meeting led by President Eng. Moses Magogo, had 1^st Vice President Justus Mugisha, CEO Edgar Watson and Finance Director Decolas Kiiza.

The First Lady emphasized the importance of Sport, and willingness of Government to finance excelling National teams and Athletes. She further appreciated the success registered by FUFA.

FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo hands over a Uganda Cranes portrait to President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and the First Lady Janet Museveni at Entebbe State House in 2016.

Mrs. Museveni however called for long term planning from Sports Federations, NCS, the Department of Physical Education and the Ministry of Education and Sports so as to avoid adhoc interventions. She pledged to avail time to meet with sports federations and share experiences for the development of sports in the country.

President Museveni juggles the ball shortly after he hosted the Uganda Cranes and a delegation from FUFA in 2016.

‘I am very excited that the Government has answered our call for the support to the Uganda Cranes and this cash will clear amongst others the bonuses and allowances for the players and coaches. This is the kind of motivation that will influence the sporting results’ said FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo.

FUFA President added;

‘I take the opportunity to thank HE the President of the Republic of Uganda Yoweri Kaguta Museveni for the magnanimity towards the Uganda Cranes. I further thank the Hon Minister of Education and Sports, Mrs. Janet Museveni for the support and procedural guidance, the Hon Minister of State for Sports Hon Charles Bakkabulindi, the Ministry of Education and Sports staff, the NCS and all other persons their efforts’

I have been assured by the players and coaches that as always they will give their best for their country

The success of the Uganda Cranes in this campaign is a result of the support from Government. With a Chartered plane to Togo in 2016, the team registered double wins 0-1 and 3-0 to progress to the group stages for the first time. Financial assistance of $200,000 enabled the team to pick a point (goalless draw) from Ghana away in Tamale.

October 5, 2017
2017/18 FUFA Big league: Second tier officially kicks off on Thursday
Match day one of the 2017/18 FUFA Big league officially kicks off on Thursday, 5^th October 2017.

Greater Masaka United (formerly Lweza) shall be at home to Kira United at the Masaka Recreational stadium.

The other matches will see Sun City at home to newly promoted Kabale Sharp in Kasese, Simba shall entertain Nyamityobora in Gayaza, Kitara up with Kireka United in Hoima.

Kansai Plascon Paints encounter with Water will be played at the Naro Ntawo play ground.

New comers Bumate United will host Synergy in Bundibunjo.

In the Elgon group, there will be 5 matches.

Kataka entertains Doves All Stars at the Nabini play ground, Bufumbo in Mbale, Bukedea Town Council against Amuka Bright Stars at the Emokori Ground, -Bukedea

Meanwhile, Vura will play Jinja Municipal Council Hippos in Moyo, Paidha Black Angels will be home to Busia FIsheries at the initimidating Bar Okoro play ground in Zombo.

The last Elgon group on the menu will see Allan Kabonge’s Lira United host Kamuli Park at the Lango Sports Ground in Lira district.

Three clubs will be promoted to the Uganda Premier League at the end of the 2017/18 FUFA Big league season.

FUFA Big League opening day fixtures:

Thursday 5^th Octover 2017

Rwenzori Group:
- Suncity FC v Kabale Sharp – Nyakasanga play ground, Kasese (4:30 p.m)
- Greater Masaka United FC v Kira United – Masaka Recreational Play ground (4:30 p.m)
- Simba v Nyamityobora – Gayaza-Kabanyolo University Ground (4:30 p.m)
- Kitara v Kireka United – Booma Ground-Hoima (4:30 p.m)
- Kansai Plascon Vs Water – Naro Ntawo play ground (2:30 p.m)
- Bumate United v Synergy – Bumate play ground – Bundibujjo (4:30 p.m)
Elgon Group:
- Kataka FC v Doves All Stars – Nabini play ground, Bufumbo- Mbale (4:30 p.m)
- Bukedea Town Council v Amuka Bright Stars FC – Emokori Ground, -Bukedea (4:30 p.m)
- Vura FC v Jinja Municipal Council Hippos FC – Vura Town Council Ground, Moyo (4:30 p.m)
- Paidha Black Angels v Busia FIsheries – Barokoro-Zombo (4:30 p.m)
- Lira United v Kamuli Park – Lango Sports Ground, Lira (4:30 p.m)
MAIN PHOTO: Action between Kira United (in Red) and Synergy (Green) during last year’s FUFA Big league play offs at Mutesa II Wankulukuku stadium. Synergy kicks off away to Bumate in Bundibujjo.

PHOTO CREDITS: FUFA Communications Department
October 5, 2017
Uganda Cranes fall to Madagascar in practice match at Lugogo
Uganda Cranes 1-2 Madagascar

Uganda Cranes lost 2-1 in the practice match played against Island nation Madagascar at the StarTimes stadium in Lugogo on Wednesday.

Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) fc midfielder Muzamiru Mutyaba gave Cranes the lead after 28 minutes as Uganda took control of the game into the half time break.

Aerial action during the game. Emmanuel Okwi (7), Derrick Nsibambi (11) and Milton Karisa (23) in a challenge to head the ball fin search for a goal

Striker Edrisa Lubega (R) races to the ball during the first half

Rio Carlous Anoriananicinos scored twice in the second half for the maximum points.

Carlous’ goals came in the 49th and 88th minutes to give Madagascar a famous victory.

Uganda Cranes’ technical team used two different teams for either halves.

Team captain and first choice goalkeeper Dennis Onyango was the only un-used substitute in the match.

Uganda Cranes XI vs Madagascar that started the practice match.

Madagascar team

Uganda is preparing for for the up-coming 2018 FIFA World Cup group E qualifier against Ghana Black Stars this Saturday at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole.

FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo (third from right) with the other officials at Lugogo watch the match proceedings

The technical team and the substitute players

Uganda Cranes captain of the day Hassan Wasswa Mawanda (L) with the Madagascar skipper Ina Faneva Andriatasina with the match referees prior to kickoff

The team will regroup for Thursday training at Mandela National Stadium, starting 4 p.m.

Team Line ups:

Uganda Cranes XI: Ismail Watenga (G.K), Denis Iguma, Godfrey Walusimbi, Savio Kabugo, Isaac Isinde, Tonny Mawejje, Hassan Wasswa Mawanda, William Luwagga Kizito, Muzamiru Mutyaba, Edrisa Lubega, Joseph Ochaya

Uganda Cranes (Second half team):

Benjamin Ochan (GK), Nico Wakiro Wadada, Isaac Muleme, Bernard Muwanga, Milton Karisa, Emma Okwi, Geoffrey Serunkuma, Ivan Ntege, Farouk Miya, Timothy Awanyi, Derrick Nsibambi

Sub Not Used: Denis Onyango (GK)

Madagascar XI: Ibrahim Dabo (GK), Ranbelosn Toavina, Pascal Razakanantenaina, Thomas Fontaine, Nonenjana Lalaina (62’ Patrick Herimanjaarivo) , Jean Raherinarimanana, Calsin Dimitry, Randrinbololuna Zotsara, Rio Carlous Anoriananicinos, Ina Faneva Andriatsina, Ferdinard Ramananahera (75’ Hery Randriaitara,)

Subs Not Used: Ramaritany Damien (GK), Michel Randriantenaina

Referees:
- Center Referee: Mashood Ssali
- 1^stAssistant Referee: Musa Balikoowa
- 2^nd Assistant Referee: Lee Okello
- 4^th Official: Brian Miiro Nsubuga
- Match Commissioner: Ali Waiswa
October 4, 2017
Rejuvenated Tony Mawejje ready to show Ghana true class of football on Saturday

2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Russia

Uganda Cranes vs Ghana Black Stars

Saturday 7th October, 2017

Venue: Namboole

Charges: 30,000/-, 70,000/- and 150,000/-

PRACTICE MATCH: Uganda vs Madagascar

Venue: StarTimes Stadium, Lugogo

Closed from the public but Only 25,000/- Discount Ticket holders for the Uganda Cranes vs Ghana Black Stars match will gain access

More players have joined the Uganda Cranes ahead of the 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Ghana on Saturday at Mandela National Stadium. Seven players joined and were part of the Monday training sessions; they are Isaac Isinde, Joseph Ochaya, Godfrey Walusimbi, Hassan Wasswa, Tonny Mawejje, Edrisa Lubega & Goefrey Serunkuma.

On arrival experienced midfielder Tonny Mawejje who features for Albanian side FKF Tirana said that he is ready to give the best of his ability for Uganda to get positive results.

‘I know how to beat Ghana because I have played more than 4 games against them. I am now rejuvenated and ready to give in all what I have to help Uganda get good results’ said Mawejje.

Training resumes on Tuesday morning before the team engages in a practice match against Madagascar on Wednesday at Lugogo.
Players who attended training on Monday

Goalkeepers: Benjamin Ochan & Ismail Watenga

Outfield players: Nico Wadada, Denis Iguma, Savio Kabugo, Bernard Muwanga, Isaac Muleme, Timothy Awanyi, Ivan Ntege, Tom Masiko, Shafik Kagimu, Muzamir Mutyaba, Tom Masiko, Derrick Nsibambi and Nelson Senkatuka, Isaac Isinde, Joseph Ochaya, Godfrey Walusimbi, Hassan Wasswa, Tonny Mawejje,Edrisa Lubega & Geofrey Serunkuma

Note: All Photos taken from Monday’s training at Nambole stadium

October 2, 2017
Uganda Cranes to play Madagascar
- The practice match Uganda Cranes vs Madagascar has been organized by FUFA
- Closed from the public but ONLY fans who have purchased the discounted tickets (each sold at 25,000/-) for Ghana match will access the match on Wednesday
- Discounted tickets on market till Monday 5pm.
- Madagscar to train at Lugogo on Monday and Tuesday at 4pm
Head coach Moses Basena will have one final test for his team against Madagascar when the two teams play in a practice match on Wednesday 4^th October, 2017 ahead of the 2018 FIFA World cup qualifier with Ghana.

Uganda Cranes will face the National football A-Team of Madagascar who flew in their foreign based players for the fixture. The team jetted in last night.

‘The match will help Uganda Cranes coach test the technical ability and mental strength of his players ahead of a crucial fixture against Ghana on Saturday. We believe Madagascar have the quality to give our team good preparations’ said FUFA Communications Manager Ahmed Hussein

FUFA CEO Edgar Watson (Extreme R) with his Deputy Humphrey Mandu (5th L) in a group photo moment with the entire Madagascan contingent at Land Star Hotel in Makindye.

In relation to the match, FUFA has confirmed that this match is closed from the public but ONLY fans who have purchased the discounted tickets (each sold at 25,000/-) will be able to access the stadium on Wednesday to watch the practice match between Uganda Cranes and Madagascar at Lugogo.

Planning for the match on Wednesday. FUFA CEO (M) and his Deputy with a Madagascan team official (L) at Land Star Hotel in Makindye.

FUFA has extended the grace period of discounted tickets by two days (Sunday and Monday). They will now be withdrawn from the market at 5pm on Monday 2^nd October. The other ticket categories of 30,000/-, 70, 0000/- and 150,000/- will be brought on market on Tuesday.

TICKET SELLING POINTS FOR UGANDA CRANES VS GHANA BLACK STARS
1. Total Nakivubo
  2. Shell Capital
  3. Total City Centre
  4. Total Arua Park
  5. Total Kireka
  6. Total Bweyogerere
  7. Shell Kireka
  8. Mukono City Shoppers
  9. Tango Sport
  10. FUFA Shop
  11. Della Attractions
  12. City Oil
13-Hardware World-Ntinda

14- AIRTEL OUTLETS -Ben Kiwanuka, Kampala Road, Kyaggwe Road, Lugogo-Game, Jinja Road

MAIN PHOTO: Part of the Madagascan players at Land Star Hotel in Makindye.
October 2, 2017
Ivan Ntege, Dennis Iguma join Uganda Cranes team

FIFA 2018 RUSSIA World Cup Russia Qualifier

Uganda vs Ghana (Saturday, 7th October 2017)

Mandela National Stadium, Namboole

The Uganda Cranes started day one of residential training at Mandela National Stadium Namboole on Sunday evening.

The team is preparing for the must win 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia qualifier match against Ghana.

Fourteen players attended the single evening session inclusive of foreign based Denis Iguma and Ivan ‘Kojja’ Ntege.

After the training session Ivan Ntege told www.fufa.co.ug that he is set for the challenge and it’s the reason why he arrived earlier than others.

” I personally I’m too set for the encounter and it’s the reason why I’ve arrived earlier for better preparations” Said Ntege.

Kojja added that he anticipates for positive results against the Black Stars on the 7th October thus opening up Uganda’s chances of appearing for the first time to the world’s most precious football tournament.

Players who attended training .

Goalkeepers: Benjamin Ochan & Ismail Watenga

Outfield players: Nico Wadada, Denis Iguma, Savio Kabugo, Bernard Muwanga, Isaac Muleme, Timothy Awanyi, Ivan Ntege, Tom Masiko, Muzamir Mutyaba, Tom Masiko, Derrick Nsibambi and Nelson Senkatuka.

October 2, 2017
Uganda Cranes triumph over Northern Region Select team in Lira
UGANDA CRANES REGIONAL TOURS 2017
- Northern Region Select 0-2 Uganda Cranes
Derrick Nsibambi scored two second half goals as the Uganda Cranes team triumphed 2-0 against Northern Region Select team at the Lango Sports Grounds in Lira on Saturday.

After a goal-less opening 45 minutes, the game was lit up by KCCA forward Derrick Nsibambi who scored in the 55th and 62nd minutes of the well attended match.

Uganda Cranes midfielder Muzamiru Mutyba breaks away from Walter Odongo during one of the attacks at Northern region goal

Nsibambi was among the 10 changes that the national team technical bench headed by Moses Basena had called as the second half re-started.

Earlier Paul Mucureezi had missed giving the national side the lead when his attempt hit the goal post in the 28th minute.

Uganda Cranes XI against Northern Region Select team

Northern Uganda Region Select Team

Other chances were 50-50 incidents from Moses Waiswa, Tom Masiko, Nelson Senkatuka, Isaac Muleme and Muzamiru Mutyaba.

Northern Uganda select team’s goalkeeper Sadam Ogwang was alert to tame any goal bound threats before he paved way for Stephen Okello with 10 minutes to play.

Uganda Cranes’ Fred Okot and Tadeo Lwanga were the two players cautioned by referee Tonny Agir.

Guests during the singing of the National and Lango anthems prior to kick off

This was the second time that Uganda Cranes was playing against Northern Region select in two years after winning 5-0 in 2015 at Pece Stadium in Gulu district.

The essence of such tours among others is to take the national team brand closer to the fans in their respective localities.

National team main sponsors Airtel Uganda Limited and Uganda Breweries Limited jointly bankroll the national regional tours.

Part of the mammoth crowd that graced Northern Region against Uganda Cranes at Lango Sports Ground

Moses Waiswa is stopped by Northern Uganda’s Hilary Odonkonyero at Lango Sports Ground

Team Line ups:

Northern Region XI: Sadam Ogwang (G.K), Ivan Okello, John Paul Acire, Ronald Owiny, Alli Muhamed, Hilary Odonkonyero, Walter Odongo, Dickens Diarra Okwir, Ronny Okullo, Richardson Asaba, Moses Aliro

Subs: Stephen Okello (G.K), Joel Akaka, Emmanuel Okwi, Julius Akwata, Denis Omedi, Brian Ocakacon, Mike Denis Ojok

Team Officials:
- Head coach: Godfrey Akena
- Assistant coach: Bob Obira
Uganda Cranes XI: Tom Ikara (G.K), Nico Wakiro Wadada, Isaac Muleme, Timothy Awany, Savio Kabugo, Tom Masiko, Paul Mucureezi, Moses Waiswa, Muzamiru Mutyaba, Nelson Senkatuka, David Owori

Second Team: Tom Ikara (60′ Benjamin Ochan), Fred Okot, Dan Birikwaliira, Bernard Muwanga, Tadeo Lwanga, Ibrahim Kayiwa, Emmanuel Kalyowa, Albert Mugisa, Derrick Nsibambi, Milton Karisa, Shafiq Kagimu

Sub Not Used: Ismail Watenga (G.K)

Team Officials:
- Head coach: Moses Basena
- Assistant coach: Mathias Lule
- Goalkeeping coach: Fred Kajoba
- Team Physio: Ivan Ssewanyana
- Team Doctor: Ronald Kisolo
- Team Manager: Chrispus Muyinda
- Media: Hamza Nsereko and Meddie Ssengendo
Match Officials:
- Center Referee: Tonny Agir
- Assistant Referee 1: Dick Okello
- Assistant Referee 2: Paul Omara
- 4^thOfficial: Deogratious Opio
- Match Commissioner: Allani Joe
September 30, 2017
Uganda Cranes conduct final session in Lira ahead of duel with Northern Region
Uganda Cranes regional tours 2017:
- Northern Regional Select Vs Uganda Cranes
- Saturday, 30th September
- At Lango Sports Ground, Lira (4:30 p.m) – Live on 102.1 FUFA f.m
After the Uganda Cranes team safe arrival in Lira on Friday afternoon, the team players held a two hour session at the Lango Sports ground.

All the players responded well in training supervised by the head coach Moses Basena, his assistant Mathias Lule and goakeeping coach Fred Kajoba.

One of the new faces on the team, Albert Mugisa, a midfielder with Police F.C expressed his gratitude upon the call up.

In an interview with www.fufa.co.ug after the session, the exciting player disclosed his willingness to learn more and more.

‘I am happy to be here with the national. I will keep composed and it gives me the impetus to work even harder at my club’ Mugisa noted.

Albert Mugisa (right with yellow boots) vies for the ball with the rest of the players during training

A large crowd watched the session whose basis centered around ball possession, hurting the opponents on the quick counter and defending.

This is the second time that Uganda Cranes is playing against Northern Region select in two years after winning 5-0 in 2017 at Pece Stadium in Gulu district.

Emmanuel Kalyowa passes the ball during training meanwhile assistant coach Mathias Lule closes down the space as the rest of the players keep a keen eye

The purpose of such tours among others is to take the national team brand closer to the fans in their respective localities.

National team main sponsors Airtel Uganda Limited, Uganda Breweries Limited and National Insurance Corporation (NIC) jointly bankroll the national regional tours.

The Goalkeepers in a limbering session on Friday afternoon at Lango Sports Ground in Lira

Uganda Cranes Players in Lira:

Goalkeepers: Ismail Watenga -Vipers SC, Benjamin Ochan-KCCA FC, Tom Ikara-Kirinya Jinja SS

Outfield players: Nico Wadada-Vipers SC, Dan Bilikwalira-Vipers SC , Joshua Awori-Proline FC, Savio Kabugo-Proline FC , Timothy Awanyi-KCCA FC , Bernard Muwanga-SC Villa, Fred Okot-URA FC, Isaac Muleme-KCCA FC , Tadeo Lwanga-Vipers SC, Ibrahim Kayiwa-KJSS FC, Tom Masiko-Vipers SC , Paul Mucureezi-KCCA FC, Moses Waiswa-Vipers SC, Kalyowa Emma-Soana FC, Shafic Kagimu-URA FC, Muzamir Mutyaba-KCCA FC, Milton Karisa – Vipers S.C, Derrick Nsibambi-KCCA FC, Nelson Senkatuka-Bright Stars FC & Albert Mugisa-Police FC

Officials:

Head coach: Moses Basena

Assistant coach: Mathias Lule

Goalkeeping coach: Fred Kajoba

Team Physio: Ivan Ssewanyana

Team Doctor: Ronald Kisolo

Team Manager: Chrispus Muyinda

Media: Hamza Nsereko and Meddie Ssengendo

MAIN PHOTO: Uganda Cranes assistant coach Mathias Lule leads the warm up session with the players at Lango Sports Ground in Lira

PHOTO CREDITS: FUFA Communications department
September 29, 2017
Uganda Cranes regional tours 2017: National team arrives safely in Lira
Uganda Cranes regional tours 2017:
- Northern Regional Select Vs Uganda Cranes
- Saturday, 30th September
- At Lango Sports Ground, Lira (4:30 p.m)
The Uganda Cranes team has safely arrived in Northern Uganda town of Lira on Friday afternoon.

This follow a successful four hours journey from FUFA House, Mengo in Kampala.

The national team set from Kampala at 9:10 a.m and reached Lira at about 1:30 p.m before checking in at Pauline Hotels Limited in Lira town.

‘We traveled well and every body on the team is ready for the match on Saturday’ Hamza Nsereko, the media personnel attached to the team told www.fufa.co.ug.

Nico Wakiro Wadada (left), Isaac Muleme, team manager Chrispus Muyinda and assistant coach Mathias Lule with the rest of the players arrive at Pauline Hotel in Lira

All the players on the team are set to conduct the final training session on Friday evening at Lango Sports Ground, the venue of the match on Saturday.

This is the second time that Uganda Cranes is playing against Northern Region select in two years after winning 5-0 in 2017 at Pece Stadium in Gulu district.

The essence of such tours among others is to take the national team brand closer to the fans in their respective localities.

National team main sponsors Airtel Uganda Limited, National Insurance Corporation (NIC) and Uganda Breweries Limited jointly bankroll the national regional tours.

L-R: Albert Mugisa, Emmanuel Kalyowa, Joshua Awori and Moses Waiswa upon arrival at Pauline Hotels Limited in Lira

Uganda Cranes Players in Lira:

Goalkeepers: Ismail Watenga -Vipers SC, Benjamin Ochan-KCCA FC, Tom Ikara-Kirinya Jinja SS

Outfield players: Nico Wadada-Vipers SC, Dan Bilikwalira-Vipers SC , Joshua Awori-Proline FC, Savio Kabugo-Proline FC , Timothy Awanyi-KCCA FC , Bernard Muwanga-SC Villa, Fred Okot-URA FC, Isaac Muleme-KCCA FC , Tadeo Lwanga-Vipers SC, Ibrahim Kayiwa-KJSS FC, Tom Masiko-Vipers SC , Paul Mucureezi-KCCA FC, Moses Waiswa-Vipers SC, Kalyowa Emma-Soana FC, Shafic Kagimu-URA FC, Muzamir Mutyaba-KCCA FC, Milton Karisa – Vipers S.C, Derrick Nsibambi-KCCA FC, Nelson Senkatuka-Bright Stars FC & Albert Mugisa-Police FC

Officials:

Head coach: Moses Basena

Assistant coach: Mathias Lule

Goalkeeping coach: Fred Kajoba

Team Physio: Ivan Ssewanyana

Team Doctor: Ronald Kisolo

Team Manager: Chrispus Muyinda

Media: Hamza Nsereko and Meddie Ssengendo
September 29, 2017
Uganda Cranes team to Lira for Regional tour match named

The Uganda Cranes conducted a training session on Thursday evening at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole ahead of the trip to Lira on Friday morning.

Twenty three players were part of the session under the watchful eye of Coach Moses Basena, Mathias Lule and goalkeeping coach Fred Kajoba.

Moses Basena after the training told www.fufa.co.ug that he is happy for the regional tour project because it will be used as a baseline to test players especially those playing at home on who will make the final squad to face Ghana in the 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier on 7th October at Namboole.

‘I am happy for the regional tour project because it gives a clear picture of players who are ready for the senior team’ said Basena

Players who trained on Thursday

Uganda Cranes Team travelling to Lira: Goalkeepers: Ismail Watenga -Vipers SC, Benjamin Ochan-KCCA FC, Tom Ikara-Kirinya Jinja SS.

Nico Wadada-Vipers SC, Dan Bilikwalira-Vipers SC , Joshua Awori-Proline FC, Savio Kabugo-Proline FC , Timothy Awanyi-KCCA FC , Bernard Muwanga-SC Villa, Fred Okot-URA FC, Isaac Muleme-KCCA FC , Tadeo Lwanga-Vipers SC, Ibrahim Kayiwa-KJSS FC, Tom Masiko-Vipers SC , Paul Mucureezi-KCCA FC, Moses Waiswa-Vipers SC, Kalyowa Emma-Soana FC, Shafic Kagimu-URA FC, Muzamir Mutyaba-KCCA FC, Milton Karisa – Vipers S.C, Derrick Nsibambi-KCCA FC, Nelson Senkatuka-Bright Stars FC & Albert Mugisa-Police FC

All photos from Thurday training at Namboole stadium

Match officials of the Uganda vs Ghana 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia Qualifier

Referee: Bennett Daniel Frazer (South Africa)

Assistant Referee 1: Adelaide Eldrick Giles Mathieu (Seychelles)

Assistant Referee 2: Marie Steve Jonathan (Seychelles)

Fourth Official: Fred Nelson Emile Louis (Seychelles)

Referee Assessor: Evehe Divine Raphael (Cameroon)

Commissioner: Omar Abubaker Yusuf Mohamed (Kenya)

September 28, 2017