Stanbic Uganda Cup 2019/2020 (Round of 32) – Scheduled for 11th- 16th February 2020
Express FC Vs Maroons FC
Kansai Plascon Vs Tooro United
URA FC Vs Nyamityobora FC
Kigezi Home Boyz Vs Kyetume FC
Wakiso Giants Vs Myda FC
UPDF FC Vs Busia Young FC
Kiboga Young Vs Mvara Boys
Spartans FC Vs Kataka FC
Proline FC Vs Admin FC
Dove FC Vs Water FC
Mbarara City FC Vs FHL FC
Kajjansi United Vs SC Villa
Bright Stars Vs Free Stars
KCCA FC Vs Bukedea TC
Kitara FC Vs Luweero Utd
Light SS Vs Bugamba FC
The round of 32 draws for the 46th edition of the Stanbic Uganda Cup were held on Monday morning at FUFA House in Mengo.
The draws were conducted by former KCCA FC 1982 and 1984 Uganda Cup winner Fredrick Musisi Kiyingi in the presence of Stanbic Bank Senior Marketing Manager Sonia Karamagi, FUFA Deputy CEO- Football Decolas Kiiza and FUFA Competitions Director Aisha Nalule.
L-R; Decolas Kiiza, Sonia Karamagi, Fredrick Musisi KIyingi and Hajati Aisha Nalule in a group photo after the draws
In some of the eagerly awaited matches in the next round, holders Proline will face Admin FC at the StarTimes Stadium, Lugogo.
Buganda regional side Kajjansi United FC host Sports Club Villa, KCCA FC will face Bukedea Town Council and last year’s losing finalists Bright Stars take on Free Stars FC among other duels.
Fredrick Musisi KIyingi after completing the Kanjjasi United vs SC Villa fixture during the draw
QUOTES:
‘The thirty-two teams comprise of eleven Premier League teams, twelve Big League and nine regional side teams.’ Hajati Aisha Nalule
FUFA Competitions Director Hajat Aisha Nalule addresses the public during the draws at FUFA House House, Mengo
‘We have not seeded any club at this stage and clubs are oblidged to honor their fixtures. Failure to do so will lead to sanctions. In case of normal time ending in a draw, teams will straight go for kicks from the penalty mark. Any team which accumulates four or more yellow cards in a single match will pay a fine of Ug Shs 100,000‘ noted Hajati Aisha Nalule
FUFA Deputy CEO – Football Decolas Kiiza while addressing the media
‘Uganda Cup is an opportunity for player development strategy. FUFA is grateful and excited for the sponsors who inject in a lot of money in this precious tournament. We are excited by the number of fans who attend the games. Those who are following saw what happened when Bugamba FC hosted Onduparaka. We thank teams for the sportsmanship spirit by accepting the results. FUFA will continue providing air tickets for the winners of the Uganda Cup who take part in the CAF Confederation Cup’ said Decolas Kiiza
‘We thank our partners FUFA and the members of the Press for the work towards the development of football in Uganda. It has been a long journey. We are excited about the journey that has been moved and congratulate the teams that made it to the round of 32. Stanbic Bank is here to support sport and we are looking forward to continue working together with FUFA and supporting football‘noted Sonia Karamagi
Sonia Karamaji completes KCCA FC fixture against Bukedea Town Council FC
Fred Musisi Kiyingi (Former Uganda Cup winner with KCCA FC in 1982 and 9184) conducted the draw and narrated the sweet memories of his playing career. FUFA selects a football legend from the Uganda Cup history to conduct the draws at every stage.
‘One of the games I remember in the Uganda Cup is when we faced Express FC at the semifinal sin 1985. We had played against SC Villa at the quarter-final and we won 2-1 where I scored one of the goals. Express was our next opponent in the Semifinal. The game was 3-3 and we won a penalty in the dying minutes. Steven Segujja the Express FC goalkeeper then ran away from the goal until it was dark and the game was abandoned. We refused to replay the game & Sports Minister at that time James Rwanyarare intervened. We later agreed to replay the game and I scored the goal from an assist by the late Hassan Biruma cross. We played Nile FC in the finals and I assisted Davies Kamoga to score the goal. but there was an incident that led Nile FC abandon the match thus we were crowed winners‘ Fred Musisi Kiyingi stated.
Fredrick Musisi narrated the sweet memories of hisplaying career during the Uganda Cup before the draws were conducted. Musisi is now the Ag. Sports Editor at Daily Monitor and Enyanda
Fred Musisi KIyingi fact file (Source: The Observer Newspaper Online)
He was born to Yosiya and Gertrude Kiyingi of Lusaze, a Kampala suburb.
He went to Budo Junior School and Kololo SS.
At club level, he won three league titles (1979, 1983 & 1985) and two Uganda Cups (1982 & 1984).
He played for four clubs; Coffee, Nytil, UCB and KCC.
He joined journalism in 1982 and worked with Soccer World, Ngoma and Daily Monitor, where he is to date.
For the last ten years, he has co-hosted a sports programme every Wednesday on CBS FM with the author.
He is the editor of Ennyanda, a sports weekly.
Musisi is a member of Uspa and IPS. l He has covered Fifa World Cup (2010), Confederations Cup (2009), Nations Cups (1996, 2004, 2006, 2008 and 2010).
He is married to Joanita and the couple has four children; Byran Mwesigwa (Port Elizabeth University-South Africa), Brenda Namitala (Kilgore University College-Texas), Bridget Nalugwa (Makerere University) and Bervely Nakatudde (St Noah Girls SS).
The round of 32 matches will be played between 11th and 16th February 2020.
Kansai Plascon Vs Tooro United
URA FC Vs Nyamityobora
Kigezi Homeboys Vs Kyetume
Express Vs Maroons
Wakiso Giants Vs MYDA
UPDF Vs Busia Young
Kiboga Young Vs Mvara Boys
Spartans Vs Kataka FC
Proline Vs Admin FC
Dove FC Vs Water FC
Mbarara City Vs FHL FC
Kajjansi United Vs SC Villa
Bright Stars Vs Free Stars
KCCA FC Vs Bukedea TC
Kitara Vs Luwero United
Light SS Vs Bugamba FC
Uganda U-20 national team head coach Oliver Mbekeka has named the eleven players that will start against Tanzania in the return leg of the FIFA U-20 Women World Cup final at the StartTimes, Lugogo Kampala on Saturday.
Changes have been made were Nyayenga Daphine replaces Adeke Juliet in goal and Nadunga Bira comes in the central defense to partner with Musibika Stella, both from U17 Women’s Team.
Daphine Nyayenga starts in goal. The backline has Aisha Namukisa, Asia Nakibuuka, Nadunga Bira and Stella Musibika.
Shadia Nankya, Lillian Mutuuzo, Phiona Nabbumba, and Teddy Najjuma, are all part of the crowded midfield.
Fauzia Najjemba and Juliet Nalukenge will lead the primary role to seek for the goals.
Uganda needs to win 1-0 or any other 2 goals margin victory to progress to the next round. Tanzania is leading on a 2-1 aggregate.
The team that qualifies from this match will the winner between Senegal and sierra Leone . Senegal won the first leg 1:0
Uganda U-20 Starting XI Vs Tanzania (Shirt Numbers in Brackets)
Federation of International Football Association (FIFA) Secretary General Fatma Samoura is in Uganda for a two day working visit.
The football family, government leaders and general sports fraternity warmly welcomed this high profile FIFA official on her first ever visit to Uganda.
She was welcomed at Entebbe International Airport by top FUFA officials.
Samoura commissioned the official opening of the extension to the FUFA Headquarters at Mengo and the nearby Kadiba project.
The extended headquarters include a state of Art 3-storied building and a bungalow house sitting on approximately 0.8 acres.
FUFA Headquarters extension
The project was funded by the FIFA Forward 1.0 under the FIFA Presidency of Mr. Gianni Infantino costing about 800,000 USD in acquisition of the land and construction costs.
The event was graced by the minister of state for sports Hon. Hamson Obua, UOC president William Blick, who is also the IOC Board Member, Buganda Kingdom sports minister Owek.Henry Ssekabembe Kiberu, Commissioner in the ministry of education and sports Omara Apitta, Honary FUFA President Dr Lawrence Mulindwa, Uganda Cranes head coach Johnatan Mckinstry, FUFA delegates, Judicial Bodies, USPA President Patrick Kanyomozi, UPL Board Chairman Arianitwe Rugendo, UPL CEO Bernard Bainamani, Mariam Mpaata (runs the global goals project), Gunter Lunge, FUFA staff among others.
The guests on the third floor of the new buildingFatma Samoura (middle)
Quotes:
FATMA SAMOURA:
‘FIFA has been following Uganda’s progress. You have the support of FIFA President. Earlier today, I met with the Speaker of Parliament and discussed the need for an updated sports law to rhyme with the new FIFA regulations. To the sports state minister, the ball is in your court. We want a law compatible to FIFA Statutes that will address the vices as doping, match fixing and the like. We want our football to be a safe place for the children.Thanks very much for everything you are doing.’
ENG. MOSES MAGOGO
‘I am very delighted to be here today on such an occasion.FIFA has a big dream for Uganda’s football. We shall continue to promote and protect the beautiful game. By strategy, we have opened up a number of relationships with institutions as churches, Kingdoms. I thank Dr Lawrence Mulindwa’ s contribution since 2004 when we started a revolution to improve the image of game back then.’
EDGAR WATSON
‘The extended headquarters is a landmark feat registered at FUFA. Under the leadership of Eng. Moses Magogo, we are overwhelmed. We recruited more staff from three to 60 most of them on a permanent basis and others volunteers. Therefore, there was need and demand for wider space. We approached our neighbours through a one gentleman, Musoke to procure the land through FIFA Forward funding. The construction was in two phases; to procure the land, construction and furnishing. We also embarked on the FUFA headquarters parking project and soon, we shall embark on the e-project. Some of the challenges encountered were the bureaucratic nature of the process, the change of the new design and fluctuations in costs which affected the budgets.’
Dr. Lawrence Mulindwa, Honorary FUFA President:
‘Back in 2004, we started a revolution. Yes, revolution indeed. We used our brains. I am very happy that what was started can see the fruits. Keep it up for the work well done and may God bless you. Put these projects to good use and use them for multiplication’
HAMSON OBUA, STATE SPORTS MINISTER:
One of the sources to local federations is grants from international organizations. I salute FUFA for being able to solicit funds from FIFA and CAF, as well as other sponsors and partners. Let other associations and federations borrow a leaf
The cake cutting infront of the new office extension
The round of 64 stage for the 46th edition of the Stanbic Uganda Cup was successfully completed on Sunday, 26th January 2020 with games played across the various venues in the country.
There were stunning results as a couple of regional clubs eliminated several top flight Star Times Uganda Premier League clubs.
Vipers, Police, BUL and Busoga United were some of the top tier clubs ejected at the round of 64.
The draws for the round of 32 stage will be held on a date and venue confirmed by the FUFA Competitions department.
Proline is the current cup holder.
The winner of the Uganda Cup earns a direct ticket to play at the CAF Confederation Cup every year.
Ethiopia 1-3 Uganda (*Uganda Progresses 5-1 on aggregate)
Uganda U-17 Girls’ national team beat Ethiopia 3-1 at the Bahir Dar stadium to qualify for the next round of the 2020 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers.
Skipper Juliet Nalukenge netted a brace and Margaret Kunihira added the other for the visitors who now qualified 5-1 on aggregate.
Alegash Kalsa gave Ethiopia the lead five minutes into the second half.
Catherine Nagadgya evades a tackle from an Ethiopian defender
Margret Kunirira brought the game level with the equalizer before taking the lead in the 64th minute through captain Nalukenge.
Uganda will now face Tanzania at the next stage. The latter eliminated Burundi 6-1 on aggregate.
Tanzania will host the first leg between February 20th and March 1st 2020.
The return leg shall be set between March 13th and 15th in Uganda at the StarTimes Stadium, Lugogo.
Juliet Nalukenge challenges for the ball with an Ethiopian defender
The winner between Uganda and Tanzania will play the winner between Cameroon and Sao Tome and Principe for the ticket to the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup slated for November in India.
Uganda XI: Daphine Nyayenga (GK), Samalie Nakachwa, Sumayah Komuntale, Bira Nadunga, Stella Musubika, Kevin Nakachwa, Margret Kunihira, Shakira Nyinagahirwa, Juliet Nalukenge, Hadija Nandago & Fauzia Najjemba
The FIFA Secretary General Fatma Samoura has jetted into the country ahead of a series of work-related activities she will conduct with various football stakeholders during her two day stay in Uganda.
The influential football administrator arrived on Monday morning (3.15 am) aboard Egypt Air.
She was received at the VIP Lounge of Entebbe International Airport by FUFA top brass; 1st Vice President Justus Mugisha, CEO Edgar Watson and Communications Director Ahmed Hussein.
FIFA Secretary General Fatma Samoura and FUFA team at the VIP Lounge of Entebbe International Airport
Samoura will open officially the completed extension of FUFA new offices in Mengo and visit FIFA funded projects under the FIFA Forward Programme. She will also meet with FUFA Executive Committee, Minister of State for Sports Hon. Denis Hamson Obua, sponsors and Speaker of the Parliament of Uganda Rt. Hon. Rebecca Kadaga.
L-R; Justus Mugisha (FUFA 1st Vice President), Fatma Samoura (FIFA Secretary-General), Edgar Watson (FUFA CEO) and Ahmed Hussein (FUFA Communications Director) at Entebbe International Aiport
‘FUFA is glad to welcome another high profile dignitary from FIFA. The visit is a big sign of how the world soccer governing body rates the development and growth of the game in Uganda. Infrastructure development is one of FUFA’s 8 key focus areas and FIFA plays a significant in supporting Member Associations in this area’ said FUFA Communications Director Ahmed Hussein
‘We believe the visit of FIFA Secretary General Fatma Samoura will also give her the chance to inspect our FIFA Forward Programme funded projects and advise accordingly’ added Hussein
King Naoise Maureen (Media Manager) with FUFA Communications Director Ahmed Hussein at Entebbe International Airport sharing notes off their phones.
L-R; Justus Mugisha (FUFA 1st Vice President ), Fatma Samoura (FIFA Secretary-General)and Edgar Watson (FUFA CEO) at the VIP Lounge of Entebbe International Airport
Programme
Monday 27th January 2020
11 am Meeting with FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo and FUFA CEO Edgar Watson at Serena Hotel
30am Meeting with Speaker of Uganda Parliament Rt. Hon. Rebecca Kadaga
30am Meeting FUFA Executive Committee
30pm Official Opening of the new FUFA Extension offices in Mengo
Head coach Ayub Khalifan has named his starting XI to take on home side Ethiopia in the FIFA U17 Women World Cup Qualifier return leg, in Bahir Dar today at 4pm.
Head coach Ayub on arrival at the match stadium today. His troops lead 2-0 from the first leg
Uganda heads into the match with a two goal cushion having won the first leg 2-0 in Kampala a fortnight ago.
The team that qualifies from this match will meet Tanzania who are already through after ejecting Burundi 6-1 on aggregate.
Here is the starting line for Uganda U17 Women to face Ethiopia today.
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1. Daphine Nyayenga (1)
2. Samalie Nakachwa (9)
3. Sumaya Komuntale (5)
4. Bira Nadunga (17)
5. Musibika Stella (14)
6. Kevin Nakacwa (11)
7. Kunihira Margret (6)
8. Shakira Nyinagahirwa (8)
9. Juliet Nalukenge (10) Capt.
10. Nandago Hadijja (12)
11. Fauzia Najjemba (13)
Final training on Saturday for the Uganda U17 team at Bahir Dar stadium
FUFA has interrogated the Chief Executive Officer of Onduparaka FC Mr. Pius Bamwange over a statement released by the club about allegations on predetermination of results.
The interrogations over this matter will also extend to two other officials at the club;
The Chairman
Head of Marketing and Communication.
FUFA is determined to protect the beautiful game by all means for all to enjoy clean football.
The Uganda U17 women Ntional team head coach Ayub Khalifa Kiyingi has named the final squad of 18 players for the return leg of the first round of the FIFA U17 Women World Cup qualifiers against Ethiopia to be played on Sunday 26th January 2020 in Bahar Dar.
The squad is relatively unchanged from the one that featured in the first leg in Kampala two weeks ago that Uganda won 2-0at the Star Times stadium.
The contingent will fly out at 5am on Friday aboard Ethiopian Airlines.
The Contingent to Ethiopia
Leader of Delegation: Chrizestom Kalibbala
Head coach: Ayub Khalifa Kiyingi
Assistant coach: Hadijja Namuyanja
Goalkeeping coach: James Magala
Team Physician: Stella Nankumba
Team Manager: Joan Namusisi
Team Media Officer: Stephen Mayamba
FUFA Officials:
Peter Atyang (Delegate- Northern Region FA)
Fairfax Johnson Nyiria (Delegate North East Region FA)
Isaac Ssengendo (FUFA staff- Kampala Region FA General Secretary)
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Players
1. Daphine Nyayenga
2. Samalie Nakachwa
3. Sumaya Komuntale
4. Bira Nadunga
5. Musibika Stella
6. Kevin Nakacwa
7. Kunihira Margret
8. Shakira Nyinagahirwa
9. Juliet Nalukenge
10. Nandago Hadijja
11. Fauzia Najjemba
12. Namusisi Joan
13. Catherine Nagadya
14. Gillian Akandinda
15. Namugerwa Gloria
16. Akiror Patricia
17. Namaganda Zaituni
18. Zaina Nandede
MAIN PHOTO: The Uganda U17 Women side that started against Ethiopia two weeks ago at Lugogo. Uganda won the first leg 2-0.
Kampala University Vs Kataka – Kampala University, Luweero (Postponed)
The 46th Stanbic Uganda Cup round of 64 matches progressed well on Thursday with five matches played across the country.
Sports Club Villa, last year’s losing finalists Bright Stars and Maroons are the top flight clubs that progressed to the next stage, round of 32.
SC Villa defeated Northern region side Supers Eagles 4-1 at the Pece War Memorial Stadium in Gulu.
The goals for the 9 time Uganda Cup winners were scored by David Owori, Bashir Mutanda, Ronald Magwali and Abdallah Salim.
James Angu’s first half strike in the 19th minute was the all important goal that Bright Stars needed to outwit Koboko Rising Stars 1-0 at the Nyarilo ground in Koboko.
James Angu scored the lone strike in the 19th minute.
Meanwhile, Maroons overcame Young Elephants 4-1 in post-match penalties at the Olwio St Mark Ground in Nwoya district. Normal time of this match had ended goal-less.
Other successful clubs:
FUFA Big league sides Kitara and Kiboga Young also advanced to the next round.
Kitara ejected Six O’clock 4-2 in post match penalties after 1 all in normal time at the Kizinda play ground in Western Uganda.
Kiboga Young eliminated their hosts Ggaba 3-1 in post-match penalties after normal time had ended goal-less at the Buziga Islamic play-ground in Kampala.
The round of 64 matches continue on Friday with a number of matches.
The Uganda Cup tournament is knock out in nature and the winner earns a ticket to play at the CAF Confederations Cup.
Proline is the current cup holder.
Friday, 24th January:
Mvara Boys Vs BUL – Arua PTC Ground
Catida Vs KCCA – Star Times Stadium, Lugogo
Lugazi Municipal Vs URA – Mehta Stadium, Lugazi
Soroti Vs Kansai Plascon – Soroti Stadium
Chimpanzee Vs Nyamityobora – Ntandi Ground
Fire Fire Vs Light SSS – Kyambogo College Ground
FHL Vs Ndejje University – Illi Valley Ground
Free Stars Vs Saviours – UCU Ground, Mukono
Saturday, 25th January:
Admin Vs Police – Paya Primary School ground, Tororo
Bugoigo Vs Wakiso Giants – Bugoigo Ground, Buliisa
Sansiro Vs Kyetume – Omerien Primary School, Kumi
Mbale Garage Vs UPDF – Mbale SSS, Ground
Sunday, 26th January:
St Marys Vs Express – Nabweru
Kigezi Vs Bukedea Town Council – Kabale Municipal Ground
Dove Vs New Villa – Katusabe Ground, Masindi
Gadafi Vs MYDA – Gadafi Ground, Jinja
U-Touch Vs Water – Pece War Memorial Stadium, Gulu
Luweero United Vs Doves All Stars – Kasaala Ground, Luweero
Spartans Vs Paidha Black Angels – Mashariki Ground, Katale (Off Entebbe road)
Western region league side Bugamba Football Club stunned StarTimes Uganda Premier League club, Onduparaka 1-0 in the Stanbic Uganda cup on Tuesday.
Reagan Bamwesigye scored the all important goal of the well attended match.
The game was played at the rural Bugamba grounds in the newly created Rwampara district on Wednesday.
Bugamba Football Club is found in Bugamba village in the newly created district of Rwampara, recently curved off Mbarara District.
Rugamba FC plays in the Western region league and are currently in 5th position of the Ankole group.
They have a big number of local players who have grown up and studied in Mbarara. They have also had their football career grow and develop in the same district.
‘We have made history and this is what we have been working for. We are through to the round of 32 and if God helps us and we draw for a home game, there is no team that will survive here because we have never lost a game here’ Bugamba coach Salim Twaha.
Now Bugamba made the grade to the round of 32 and will eagerly await for the draw in the prestigious tournament that kicked off in 1971.
The winner of the competition will earn 40M Shillings and also represent Uganda in the CAF Confederation Cup.
MAIN PHOTO: Rugamba FC Starting line up that defeated Onduparaka FC 1-0 in the Stanbic Uganda Cup Round of 64 match
Training Match: U17 national women team 6-0 Select Side
The Uganda U-17 girls team is set and will be playing for nothing less than a win in Bahar Dar, Ethiopia according to Ayub Khalifa Kiyingi the head coach.
After a week long preparation the team this evening played a practice match which according to the coach was used to assess individual players and departments about their readiness for the return leg fixture of the first round of the FIFA U17 Women World Cup Qualifiers against Ethiopia On January 26th away.
Though a draw would be enough for the team to advance to the second round Ayub says they are going to play for a win and that is what he has prepared his team for.
Fauzia Najjemba in action during the first leg against Ethiopia at StarTimes Stadium, Lugogo. Uganda won 2-0
‘We could have won with a 5-0 goal margin in the first leg if we had converted our chances in the first leg especially in first half. We have spent a better part of our training working on our attack and conversion of the chances created. We have used this practice match to assess the players and the different departments of the team and I can assure you now the team is ready to go and get that win from Ethiopia. I am pleased with the way the girls play, attacking with speed and defending as a unit among other things.‘ Ayub noted.
The team is set to fly out on Friday morning at 3 AM aboard the Ethiopian Airlines and arrive in Bahar Dar at 8.30 am via Addis Ababa.
Three StarTimes Uganda Premier League clubs; Vipers Sports Club, Busoga United and Onduparaka are out of the Stanbic Uganda Cup.
The trio was eliminated during the round of 64 clashes on Wednesday at various venues.
Vipers who won this tournament in 2016 was ejected by Buganda regional club, Kajjansi United 8-7 in post match penalties after normal time had ended one goal apiece.
Fahad Bayo had brought level the game following Michael Male’s early goal as normal time ended one goal apiece.
In post match penalties, Kajjansi United scored all their kicks through Marvin Nyanzi, Mike Lutaaya,Rashid Ssemwogerere, Edgar Luzige, Joseph Shisha, Ashraf Mbaziira, Isaac Balyejusa and Ronald Kizito.
For Vipers, only Umar Kyebatala missed his kick as Fahad Bayo, Geoffrey Wasswa, Farouk Musisi, Rahmat Ssenfuka, Paul Mucurezi, Abraham Ndugwa and Jacob Okao all scored.
Bugamba knocked out Onduparaka 1-0 in Rwampara during a well-attended game.
Busia Young eliminated Busoga United 2-1 at the Busia Integrated Primary School Playground.
Meanwhile, action continues on Thursday with six matches at different venues.
Proline is the current cup holders.
Other Games for Round of 64:
Thursday, 23rd January:
Koboko Rising Stars Vs Bright Stars – Nyarilo Ground, Koboko
Super Eagles Vs SC Villa – Pece War Memorial Stadium, Gulu
Young Elephants Vs Maroons – Olwio St Mark Ground, Nwoya
Six O’clock Vs Kitara – Kizinda Play ground
Kampala University Vs Kataka – Kampala University, Luweero
Gagaba Vs Kiboga Young – Buziga Islamic Ground
Friday, 24th January:
Mvara Boys Vs BUL – Arua PTC Ground
Catida Vs KCCA – Star Times Stadium, Lugogo
Lugazi Municipal Vs URA – Mehta Stadium, Lugazi
Soroti Vs Kansai Plascon – Soroti Stadium
Chimpanzee Vs Nyamityobora – Ntandi Ground
Fire Fire Vs Light SSS – Kyambogo College Ground
FHL Vs Ndejje University – Illi Valley Ground
Free Stars Vs Saviours – UCU Ground, Mukono
Saturday, 25th January:
Admin Vs Police – Paya Primary School ground, Tororo
Bugoigo Vs Wakiso Giants – Bugoigo Ground, Buliisa
Sansiro Vs Kyetume – Omerien Primary School, Kumi
Mbale Garage Vs UPDF – Mbale SSS, Ground
Sunday, 26th January:
St Marys Vs Express – Nabweru
Kigezi Vs Bukedea Town Council – Kabale Municipal Ground
Dove Vs New Villa – Katusabe Ground, Masindi
Gadafi Vs MYDA – Gadafi Ground, Jinja
U-Touch Vs Water – Pece War Memorial Stadium, Gulu
Luweero United Vs Doves All Stars – Kasaala Ground, Luweero
Spartans Vs Paidha Black Angels – Mashariki Ground, Katale (Off Entebbe road)
Uganda Cranes will play four derby games against East African Countries on their journey to qualify for the first-ever World Cup in Qatar 2022.
During the draws in Cairo, Egypt on Tuesday night, the Harambee Stars of Kenya and Amavubi Stars of Rwanda are the two East African teams drawn with the Cranes in Group E . West African giant Mali is the other nation in the group.
None of the four teams has ever qualified for the final World Cup in history.
On the same note, Uganda Cranes head coach Johnathan McKinstry believes that Uganda Cranes in recent years has done better than the neighbors. He stated that the Cranes can put up a perfect performance for both derbies.
‘On the footballing level, obviously, Uganda has done better than Kenya and Rwanda in recent years. Derby games can throw up surprising results and are so unpredictable but we will play them with high perfection and a lot of focus. We shall be fully focused and professional to make sure we get the results we need’ said McKinstry.
Uganda Cranes Head Coach Johnathan McKinstry
Regarding the west African giants Mali, McKinstry specified them as a strong youth side that is unpredictable however Uganda Cranes will use the experience to overcome them.
‘Mali as an interesting opponent that is so unpredictable with young and talented players so we just need to make sure we use our experience to get the results we want from them.’added McKinstry
Facts and History
Uganda Cranes has played with Mali 2 times in history. The first was in 2016 CHAN Finals in Rwanda and the 2017 AFCON in Gabon. Both matches ended in draws of 2-2 and 1-1 respectively.
Uganda Cranes forward Farouk Miya has scored twice against Mali in the last two meetings. Joseph Ochaya is the other player who has a goal against Mali.
In the same vein, Uganda Cranes has played against Kenya in qualifiers twice in history. The two games in 2012 AFCON Qualifiers ended in a goalless draw home and away.
Meanwhile, the Harambee Stars and Uganda Cranes settled for a 1-1 draw in an International Friendly 0n 8th September 2019. Emmanuel Okwi scored for Uganda before Kenneth Muguna equalized for the home side.
On the side of Rwanda, Uganda Cranes last played the Amavubi Stars during the 2017 CHAN Qualifiers. The Cranes won 3-0 at home as well Rwanda managed a 2-0 victory away in Kigali.
In AFCON Qualifiers, Uganda played Rwanda in 2013, drawing 1-1 away in Rwanda but lost the return leg 1-0 in Kampala.
It will be the first time Uganda, Mali, Kenya, and Rwanda playing each other in World Cup Qualifiers.
Group stage qualifiers will run for one year from October 2020 to October 2021 while the knockout phase will happen in November 2021.
MAIN PHOTO: Uganda Cranes Team that started against Malawi in the 2021 AFCON Qualifier Match
Four clubs are already assured of slots in the 46th Uganda Cup round of 32 stage.
Holders Proline FC join Kigezi Home Boyz, Tooro United and Mbarara City at this level.
Proline recovered from a goal down to overcome Katwe United 2-1 at the Star Times Stadium, Lugogo.
Michael Lubowa scored the opener before Proline rallied back to reply through skipper Musitafa Mujjuzi (penalty) and the winner by Hakim Kiwanuka.
In Amuria, Tooro United smiled 3-2 over Star Light Football Club and Kiryandongo Town Council lost at home to visiting Kigezi Homeboyz 3-1.
Earlier on Monday, Mbarara City Football Club defeated Kakira United 2-1. Solomon Okwalinga and Brian Aheebwa scored for the visitors. Johnie Obonga replied for the Eastern region side to create a tense finish for the match.
On Wednesday, three matches will be played in the continuation of the round of 64 stage. Kajjansi United hosts Vipers at Mutesa II Wankulukuku Stadium in the famous Entebbe road derby.
Busia Young will host Busoga United at the Busia Intergrated Primary school in Busia.
Bugamba takes on Onduparaka in Bugamba.
This competition was started in 1971 and it is proudly sponsored by Stanbic Bank Uganda.
Other Fixtures:
Wednesday, 22nd January:
Kajjansi United Vs Vipers – Mutesa II Wankulukuku
Busia Young Vs Busoga United – Busia Intergrated Primary School, Busia
Bugamba Vs Onduparaka – Bugamba Ground
Thursday, 23rd January:
Koboko Rising Stars Vs Bright Stars – Nyarilo Ground, Koboko
Super Eagles Vs SC Villa – Pece War Memorial Stadium, Gulu
Young Elephants Vs Maroons – Olwio St Mark Ground, Nwoya
Six O’clock Vs Kitara – Kizinda Play ground
Kampala University Vs Kataka – Kampala University, Luweero
Gagaba Vs Kiboga Young – Buziga Islamic Ground
Friday, 24th January:
Mvara Boys Vs BUL – Arua PTC Ground
Catida Vs KCCA – Star Times Stadium, Lugogo
Lugazi Municipal Vs URA – Mehta Stadium, Lugazi
Soroti Vs Kansai Plascon – Soroti Stadium
Chimpanzee Vs Nyamityobora – Ntandi Ground
Fire Fire Vs Light SSS – Kyambogo College Ground
FHL Vs Ndejje University – Illi Valley Ground
Free Stars Vs Saviours – UCU Ground, Mukono
Saturday, 25th January:
Admin Vs Police – Paya Primary School ground, Tororo
Bugoigo Vs Wakiso Giants – Bugoigo Ground, Buliisa
Sansiro Vs Kyetume – Omerien Primary School, Kumi
Mbale Garage Vs UPDF – Mbale SSS, Ground
Sunday, 26th January:
St Marys Vs Express – Nabweru
Kigezi Vs Bukedea Town Council – Kabale Municipal Ground
Dove Vs New Villa – Katusabe Ground, Masindi
Gadafi Vs MYDA – Gadafi Ground, Jinja
U-Touch Vs Water – Pece War Memorial Stadium, Gulu
Luweero United Vs Doves All Stars – Kasaala Ground, Luweero
Spartans Vs Paidha Black Angels – Mashariki Ground, Katale (Off Entebbe road)
As it has been a policy annually to award the best employees at the Federation of Football Associations (FUFA).
The year 2020 is a blessing for a former referee and now FUFA Staff Mansoor Kimumwe and Competitions Department official Sarah Birungi who were awarded the best employees for 2019 during the annual FUFA retreat party at the Arch Apartments and Hotel in Ntinda over the weekend.
FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo talking to FUFA Staff at the Arch Appartments and Hotel in Ntinda
The awarding of employees annually is a motive that FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo introduced to build a strong and dedicated staff that can team up to archive the vision of becoming the number one football nation in Africa on and off the pitch.
During the ceremony, Eng. Magogo commended FUFA employees for the hard work towards developing the game of football in 2019 and further emphasized teamwork among the staff.
L-R FUFA 2nd Vice President Darius Mugoye and FUFA CEO Edgar Watson together with FUFA Staff at the Arch Apartment and Hotel
“It is your hard work that led to the success of football in 2019. I and my executive appreciate the work you do for football. As the football leader, I emphasize you to build strong teamwork among yourselves in order to archive our vision of becoming the number one football nation in Africa on and off the field.” Said Eng. Magogo.
The Staff had a long day of activities that began with a presentation session from the CEO Edgar Watson and his deputy in charge of services Humphrey Mandu who presented to the staff the targets of 2020.
Singing and dancing was part of the team building activities
However, setting the targets for staff, Eng. Moses Magogo specified what is required in 2020 for all the departments, Marketing and Communications, National Teams, Competitions, ICT, Development, and Finance.
Towards midday, the staff together with members of the executive were taken through a team building session that was conducted by a group of experts from Precious Real Moments.
Team building activities
Prior to the end of the retreat, the best employees were awarded by the FUFA President and had a moment of applause from the audience.
FUFA Staff going through Team building activities
FUFA Executives, Darius Mugoye (2st Vice President), Ronnie Kalema, Hamid Juma, Hajji Abdu Sekabira, Chris Kalibbala, Mukidi Kalyebala, and Richard Ochom attended the retreat.
Some of the executives that attended the retreat
Additionally, FUFA Region General Secretaries were also part of the retreat since they are employees of FUFA. They are fulltime FUFA Staff and deal with the day to day running of the Region FA activities.
Regional General Secretaries that attended a FUFA retreat at Arch Apartments and Hotel in Ntinda
The stakes and expectations are high as the round of 64 for the 46th Stanbic Uganda Cup kicks this week.
Every club, those in the Star Times Uganda Premier League, Star Times FUFA Big League, Regional leagues and non league sides are eager to leave a statement of intent as they engage in this oldest knock out championship.
Already, Mbarara City Football Club became the first club to qualify to the round of 32 stage for the Uganda Cup when they beat Kakira United 2-1 on Monday game.
Solomon Okwalinga and Brian Aheebwa scored for the visitors. Johnie Obonga replied for the Eastern region side to create a tense finish for the match.
Stanbic Uganda Cup winners in 2019; Proline Football Club
Other Games on Tuesday.
More matches for the round of 64 matches continue on Tuesday, 21st January 2020.
Defending champions Proline playing Katwe United at the Star Times Stadium, Lugogo on Tuesday.
North Eastern region side StarLight play host to Tooro United at the Star Light SSS Ground in Amuria district.
At the Kiryandongo Church of Uganda play ground, home team Kiryandongo Town Council shall entertain Kigezi Homeboyz.
The games will progress through to Sunday.
Played since 1971, the Uganda Cup is arguably the most prestigious knock out tournament in Uganda.
The winner of the Uganda Cup qualifies to represent Uganda at the CAF Confederation Cup.
Last year’s champions were Proline FC who beat Bright Stars 5-4 in tense post match penalties after normal time had ended 1 goal apiece.
Round of 64 Fixtures (Dates and Venues confirmed):
Tuesday, 21st January:
Katwe United Vs Proline – StarTimes Stadium, Lugogo
StarLight Vs Tooro United – Star Light SSS Ground, Amuria
Kiryandongo Town Council Vs Kigezi Homeboyz – Kiryandongo Church of Uganda Ground
Wednesday, 22nd January:
Kajjansi United Vs Vipers – Mutesa II Wankukukuku
Busia Young Vs Busoga United – Busia Intergrated Primary School, Busia
Bugamba Vs Onduparaka – Bugamba Ground
Thursday, 23rd January:
Koboko Rising Stars Vs Bright Stars – Nyarilo Ground, Koboko
Super Eagles Vs SC Villa – Pece War Memorial Stadium, Gulu
Young Elephants Vs Maroons – Olwio St Mark Ground, Nwoya
Six O’clock Vs Kitara – Kizinda Play ground
Kampala University Vs Kataka – Kampala University, Luweero
Gagaba Vs Kiboga Young – Buziga Islamic Ground
Friday, 24th January:
Mvara Boys Vs BUL – Arua PTC Ground
Catida Vs KCCA – Star Times Stadium, Lugogo
Lugazi Municipal Vs URA – Mehta Stadium, Lugazi
Soroti Vs Kansai Plascon – Soroti Stadium
Chimpanzee Vs Nyamityobora – Ntandi Ground
Fire Fire Vs Light SSS – Kyambogo College Ground
FHL Vs Ndejje University – Illi Valley Ground
Free Stars Vs Saviours – UCU Ground, Mukono
Saturday, 25th January:
Admin Vs Police – Paya Primary School ground, Tororo
Bugoigo Vs Wakiso Giants – Bugoigo Ground, Buliisa
Sansiro Vs Kyetume – Omerien Primary School, Kumi
Mbale Garage Vs UPDF – Mbale SSS, Ground
Sunday, 26th January:
St Marys Vs Express – Nabweru
Kigezi Vs Bukedea Town Council – Kabale Municipal Ground
Dove Vs New Villa – Katusabe Ground, Masindi
Gadafi Vs MYDA – Gadafi Ground, Jinja
U-Touch Vs Water – Pece War Memorial Stadium, Gulu
Luweero United Vs Doves All Stars – Kasaala Ground, Luweero
Spartans Vs Paidha Black Angels – Mashariki Ground, Katale (Off Entebbe road)
