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  • Distribution of Zakayo balls to clubs and other beneficiaries

    Distribution of Zakayo balls to clubs and other beneficiaries

    FUFA has released the list of beneficiaries for the official matchball ‘Zakayo’ to be used in all FUFA Competitions.

    Last Friday, Janzi- the official FUFA Sportswear manufacturer and Zakayo (official FUFA Matchball) were launched by FUFA in Mengo.

    The immediate beneficiaries on the list are clubs in the StarTimes Uganda Premier League, betPawa FUFA Big League, FUFA Women Super League, FUFA Women Elite League, FUFA Drum Finalists, teams that feature in the Stanbic Uganda Cup between Round of 16 and the final.

    Other beneficiaries are teams in the FUFA Tv cup, Odilo Finalists, Regional league clubs and Regional Football Associations.

    According to FUFA Communications Director Ahmed Hussein;

    ‘The teams that have not yet received their allocation of Zakayo balls, should pick them by 24th February 2024 by 5pm from the FUFA Competitions Department at FUFA Complex Mengo. If they miss out on this deadline, the balls will be distributed to other beneficiaries. This exercise will see over 2500 Zakayo balls distributed’

    Hussein added that; ‘Zakayo will be the official match ball for all FUFA Competitions’

    The distribution of the Zakayo balls to the beneficiaries starts with immediate effect.

  • Queen Cranes provisional squad for All Africa Games

    Queen Cranes provisional squad for All Africa Games

    Coach Sheryl Botes has named Uganda U20 Women’s National Team (Queen Cranes) provisional squad of 48 players to start preparations for the 2023 All Africa Games slated for next month in Accra, Ghana.

    The team summoned will enter residential camp on Monday, 19th February 2024 at Cranes Paradise Hotel, Kisaasi.

    The Women Tournament will consider the age as applied during the qualifiers of the FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup Costa Rica 2022.

    The Upper age limit will allow players born on or after 1st January 2002 while the lower age limit allows players born on or before 31st December 2006.

    Uganda was placed in the same group with Ethiopia, Tanzania and hosts Ghana.

    The tournament will take place between 8th – 24th March in Accra, Ghana.

    Full Provisional Squad

    Goalkeepers
    Daphine Nyayenga (Boldklubben AF 1893, Denmark), Sharon Kaidu (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC, Uganda), Esther Akujo (She Maroons FC, Uganda), Olga Lukia Butiru (Asubo Ladies FC, Uganda), Halimah Kasuubo (Wakiso Hill WFC, Uganda), Cecilia Kamuli (FC Tooro Queens, Uganda), Nuru Babirye Nakyanzi (Royal Queens FC, Uganda)

    Defenders
    Samalie Nakacwa (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC, Uganda), Harima Kanyago (UCU Lady Cardinals FC, Uganda), Catherine Wujja (Rines SS WFC, Uganda), Sharifah Nakimera (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC, Uganda), Asia Nakibuuka (Kampala Queens FC, Uganda), Winnie Nakanwagi (Makerere University WFC, Uganda), Claire Hilda Kebirungi (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC, Uganda), Sumaya Komuntale (Kampala Queens FC, Uganda), Dorcus Lwalisa (Olila High School WFC, Uganda), Ritah Mushimire (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC, Uganda), Patricia Akiror (Kampala Queens FC, Uganda), Harriet Angorah (St. Noa WFC, Uganda), Winfred Kwatulira (Kampala Queens FC, Uganda), Shakirah Nankwanga (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC, Uganda), Aisha Nantongo (Aalborg BK, Denmark), Patricia Nanyanzi Nakato (Rines SS WFC, Uganda), Patience Nabulobi (Kampala Queens FC, Uganda)

    Midfielders
    Krusum Namutebi (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC, Uganda), Shamirah Nalugya (Kampala Queens FC, Uganda), Kevin Nakacwa (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC, Uganda), Phiona Nabulime (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC, Uganda), Patricia Nayiga (Wakiso Hill WFC, Uganda),Zaitun Namaganda (Wakiso Hill WFC, Uganda), Sarah Babirye (Asubo Ladies FC, Uganda), Hadijah Babirye (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC, Uganda), Eva Nagayi (Rines SS WFC, Uganda), Shamusa Najjuma (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC, Uganda)

    Forwards
    Latifah Nakasi (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC, Uganda), Margret Kunihira (Ceasiaa Queens FC, Tanzania), Sumaya Nalumu (St. Noa WFC, Uganda), Zainah Nandede (Kampala Queens FC, Uganda), Sharon Kanyiginya (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC, Uganda), Juliet Nalukenge (Apollon Ladies FC, Cyprus), Catherine Nagadya ( Kampala Queens FC, Uganda), Hadijah Nandago (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC, Uganda), Sophia Nakiyingi (Kampala Queens FC, Uganda), Lillian Kasuubo (Kampala Queens FC, Uganda), Charity Nabiira (Jinja SS WFC, Uganda), Immaculate Kizza (She Maroons FC, Uganda), Kamiyati Naigaga (Asubo Ladies FC, Uganda), Fauzia Najjemba (ZFK Dynamo Moscow, Russia)

    Officials


    Sheryl Ulanda Botes – Head Coach

    Charles Ayiekoh Lukula – Assistant Coach

    Shawn Robert Bishop – Perfromance Analyst

    David Ribeiro – Goalkeeping Coach

    George Sebuliba – Goalkeeping Coach

    Allan Nsubuga Magunda – Video Analyst

    Danny Kirumira – Sports Scientist

    Mable Kabatalindwa – Team Doctor

    Darlian Kyasimire – Team Physiotherapist

    Cissy Gaudensia Nakiguba – Equipment Manager

    Joan Namusisi – Team Manager

    Amina Babirye – Media Officer

  • Uganda Hippos provisional squad for All Africa Games

    Uganda Hippos provisional squad for All Africa Games

    Uganda U20 Men’s National Team Head Coach Morley Byekwaso Ochama has summoned a provisional squad of 39 players ahead of the 2023 All Africa Games.

    The team will embark on preparations this week, assembling at FUFA House on Thursday before heading to FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru where they will enter residential camp.

    Uganda is pooled in Group B alongside Nigeria, South Sudan, Senegal and Tunisia.

    The tournament will take place between 7th -24th March 2024 in Accra, Ghana.

    Provisional Squad
    Goalkeepers
    Abdu Magada (Gaddafi FC, Uganda), Shamulan Kamya (Soltilo Bright Stars FC, Uganda), Delton Oyo (SC Villa, Uganda), Humphrey Oyirwoth (Bukedea Comprehensive School, Uganda), Henry Mwebe (Wembley Boys FC, Uganda)

    Defenders
    Haruna Lukwago (KCCA FC, Uganda), Louis Anguti Amagu (Lugazi FC, Uganda), Innocent Biyika (Maroons FC, Uganda), Ibrahim Juma (CD Leganes, Spain), Enock Luyima (Vipers SC, Uganda), Jimmy Ndalambi (Gaddafi FC, Uganda), Ronald Madoi (SFK Pierikos, Greece), Apollo Kagogwe (Wakiso Giants FC, Uganda), Cyrus Kibande (SC Villa, Uganda), Rogers Torach (Vipers SC, Uganda), Allan Enyou (CD Leganes, Spain)

    Midfielders
    Frank Katongole (Vipers SC, Uganda), John Innocent Kisolo (URA FC, Uganda), Charles Okello Batiibwe (SC Villa, Uganda), Ivan Irinimbabazi (SFK Pierikos, Greece), Saidi Mayanja (KCCA FC, Uganda), Titus Ssematimba (Wakiso Giants FC, Uganda), Allan Oyirwoth (Brook House College and Football Academy, United Kingdom), Marvin Nyanzi (Wakiso Giants FC, Uganda), Isma Mugulusi (FK Riteriai, Lithuania), Travis Mutyaba (Zamalek SC, Egypt), Geremi Bamwine (Aspire Football Academy, Qatar), Umar Lutalo (SC Villa, Uganda), Hakim Mutebi (SC Villa, Uganda), George Isiagi Okwakol (Brook House College and Football Academy, United Kingdom)

    Forwards
    Arafat Usama Kizza (KCCA FC, Uganda), Shafiq Magogo (Kitara FC, Uganda), Ibrahim Kasinde (Soltilo Bright Stars FC, Uganda), Abbas Kyeyune (SC Villa, Uganda), Patrick Jonah Kakande (SC Villa, Uganda), Rogers Mugisha (AC Horsens, Denmark), Alpha Thierry Ssali (Express FC, Uganda), Bruno Bunyaga (URA FC, Uganda), Darious Ojok (Maroons FC, Uganda)

    Officials

    Morley Byekwaso Ochama – Head Coach

    Simeon Massa – Assistant Coach

    Noah Kasule – Fitness Coach

    Stephen Billy Kiggundu – Goalkeeping Coach

    Bashir Mutyaba – Team Manager

    Micheal Gumisiriza – Team Doctor

    Rashid Kebba – Team Physiotherapist

    Frank Bumpenje – Equipment Manager

    Joel Cornelius Kivumbi – Media Officer

  • FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers 2024: Teen Cranes dump out Cameroon

    FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers 2024: Teen Cranes dump out Cameroon

    FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers 2024
    Second Round, Return Leg
    Cameroon 1-3 Uganda
    Uganda advances 4-2 on aggregate

    Uganda U17 Women’s National Team put up a spirited performance to obliterate Cameroon on Friday and book a berth into the next stage of the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers.

    The Teen Cranes secured a 3-1 win at Stade Militaire in Yaounde to eventually advance 4-2 on aggregate. It should be noted that the first leg ended in a one-all draw at St. Mary’s Stadium, Kitende.

    Right from onset, Uganda was dominant and made the better opportunities in terms of scoring.

    Coach Sheryl Ulanda Botes made only two changes from the team that had started in the first leg with Joyce Kainza and Ritah Nambuusi starting ahead of Tamisi Shafiga and Promise Kwagalakwe respectively.

    Kainza eventually got injured midway the first half and was replaced by Dorcus Kisakye.

    Sylvia Kabene opened the scoring in the 23rd minute, capitalizing on a goalkeeping howler by the Cameroon goalkeeper.

    Two minutes later, Esther Nangendo doubled the lead with his corner kick delivery going straight into the back of the net.

    In the second half, the hosts stepped up efforts but Uganda remained resolute and defended resiliently.

    Cameroon got their consolation goal in the second minute of added time but Agnes Nabukenya was able to put the game to bed with a well taken free kick in the last minute of added time.

    The result means Uganda progresses to the third qualification round 4-2 on aggregate and will face the winner between Zambia or Tanzania.

    Uganda’s Starting XI
    Lillian Nakilya, Faridah Namirimu, Ritah Nambuusi, Desire Katisi Natooro, Bethany Kaluya, Bushirah Nalunkuuma, Agnes Nabukenya, Esther Nangendo, Shadia Nabirye, Joyce Kainza, Sylvia Kabene

    Substitutes
    Angella Adeke, Dorcus Namboozo, Fahima Babirye, Promise Kwagalakwe, Tamisi Shafiga, Dorcus Kisakye

  • FUFA Club Licensing Appeals Committee upholds decision in regard to Arua Hill SC

    FUFA Club Licensing Appeals Committee upholds decision in regard to Arua Hill SC

    The FUFA Club Licensing Appeals Committee has upheld the decision taken in regard to Arua Hill SC playing in the StarTimes Uganda Premier League.

    The FUFA Club Licensing Committee (The First Instance Body) noted that Arua Hill Sports Club had continuously violated its obligations under the FUFA Club Licensing Regulations.

    On January 10th 2024, the Committee conducted a meeting to assess Arua Hill Sports Club’s file and its standing across all the five aspects of the Club Licensing Criteria. This was prompted by among others reports of the club failing to raise the required number of players for a football match and receiving several club ownership transfers.

    Nonetheless, the Committee gave the club an opportunity to defend itself and requested it to re-submit the information as required by the regulations.

    Despite efforts to comply, the Club Licensing Committee found that the information filed by Arua Hill SC fell short of the minimum licensing requirements and a decision was taken to withdraw the license.

    The club then went ahead to appeal against the aforementioned decision.

    After thorough investigation, the FUFA Club Licensing Appeals Committee agreed with the decision taken by the First Instance Body and its ruling has therefore been upheld.

    Arua Hill SC is therefore advised by the FUFA Club Licensing Committee to prepare for the 2024/25 Betpawa Big League season (second division).

  • FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers: Teen Cranes travelling squad to Cameroon

    FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers: Teen Cranes travelling squad to Cameroon

    Uganda U17 Women’s National Team will on Wednesday morning head to Cameroon ahead of the return leg against in the 2024 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers.

    The first leg played at St. Mary’s on Saturday ended in a one-all draw and the contest will therefore be decided in the return leg. Agnes Nabukenya scored for Uganda while Ernestine Heutcho equalized for Cameroon.

    Coach Sheryl Botes has named a travelling squad of 17 players that will be tasked with the duty to get a positive result at Stade de Ngoa-Ekellé,Yaounde on Friday when the two teams face off again.

    The travelling contingent will be headed by FUFA Executive Committee Member Issa Magoola (Leader of Delegation) and will depart Entebbe International Airport at 2:45AM aboard Ethiopian Airways.

    The winner between Uganda and Cameroon on aggregate will face either Zambia or Tanzania in the third round.

    Travelling Squad

    Goalkeepers

    Lillian Nakilya (St. Noa SS WFC), Angella Adeke (Royal Queens FC), Dorcus Namboozo (Byafaayo Queens FC)

    Defenders
    Faridah Namirimu (Wakiso Hill WFC), Desire Katisi Natooro (Asubo Ladies FC), Bethany Kaluya (Bright and Hove Albion Ladies FC), Promise Kwagalakwe (Kawempe Muslom Ladies FC), Fahima Babirye (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC),Joyce Kainza (Byafaayo Queens FC)

    Midfielders
    Agnes Nabukenya (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Esther Nangendo (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Bushirah Muhammad Nalunkuuma (Rines SS), Anitah Nambuusi (Devine Soccer Academy)

    Forwards
    Tamisi Shafiga (Byafaayo Queens FC), Slyvia Kabene (St. Noa Girls SS), Shadia Nabirye (Kawempe Muslim SS), Dorcus Kisakye (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC)

    Officials

    Issa Magoola – Leader of Delegation

    Paul Mukatabala Nantulya – National Teams Officer/ Advance Party

    Sheryl Botes Ulanda – Head Coach

    Charles Ayiekoh Lukula – Assistant Coach

    David Ribeiro – Goalkeeping Coach

    George Ssebuliba – Goalkeeping Coach

    Allan Nsubuga Magunda – Video Analyst

    Danny Kirumira – Sports Scientist

    Stella Nankumba– Team Doctor

    Darlian Kyasiimire – Team Physiotherapist

    Cissy Nakiguba Gaudensia – Equipment Manager

    Joan Namusisi – Team Coordinator

    Conrad Musiime – Media Officer

  • FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers: Uganda, Cameroon first leg ends in a stalemate

    FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers: Uganda, Cameroon first leg ends in a stalemate

    2024 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers
    First Round, First Leg
    Uganda 1-1 Cameroon

    Uganda and Cameroon played out a one-all draw in the first leg of the first round of the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers.

    In the game played at St. Mary’s Stadium, Kitende, Uganda led at the break but the visitors got the equalizer in the second half.

    Agnes Nabukenya fired Uganda into the lead three minutes after the half hour mark, finishing from close range after Shadia Nabirye set her up.

    Esther Nangendo ignited the attack in the middle of the park, releasing Nabirye on the right wing. The latter beat one defender before setting up Nabukenya who fired a low drive beyond the Cameroon goalkeeper.

    Uganda went for the mandatory break leading despite the visitors putting up efforts in search for a quick response.

    Cameroon returned recharged after recess and eventually draw the game level in the 50th minute through Ernestine Heutchou.

    Uganda had a penalty appeal when Slyvia Kabene went down in the area but the Algerian referee waved for play on.

    The game eventually ended with no winner. The two teams will face off in the return leg on Friday next week in Yaounde, Cameroon.

    Uganda Starting XI
    Lillian Nakilya (GK), Promise Kwagalakwe, Faridah Namirimu, Bethany Kaluya, Desire Natooro (C), Esther Nangendo, Agnes Nabukenya, Bushira Nalunkuuma, Shafiga Tamisi, Shadia Nabirye, Slyvia Kabene

    Substitutes
    Angella Adeke, Asia Kakai, Imelda Kasemire, Ritah Nambuusi, Dorcus Kisakye, Joyce Kainza, Fahima Babirye

    Cameroon Starting XI
    Chelsea Ngole (GK), Allison Lorte, Ernestine Heutchou, Daniella Toguem, Arlette Irokong, Tiwa Melong, Sophie Lemana, Sky Yemdji, Andree Ngo Bilong, Elvin Linho Kuatewandhji, Maryline Owen

    Substitutes
    Signe Vanessa, Dani Evrade Djuissi, Gladis Djontu, Marie Mole Nzie, Michelle Mbouke, Antonette Shey Afanyu, Octavie Mbang Ndoa

  • Every word from Teen Cranes Coach and Captain ahead of Cameroon game

    Every word from Teen Cranes Coach and Captain ahead of Cameroon game

    Uganda U17 Women’s National Team Head Coach Sheryl Botes and captain Desire Katisi Natooro faced the media on Friday ahead of tomorrow’s encounter against Cameroon.

    The Teen Cranes will host Cameroon at St. Mary’s Stadium, Kitende in the first leg of the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers, first round.

    The coach and captain were asked for the latest teams news, preparations, facing Cameroon and much more.

    Here is everything they had to say on the following subjects….

    Coach Sheryl Botes

    On how prepared the team is.

    We have had two weeks of preparations and I must say the players have kept good discipline and showed commitment to every aspect we have told them.

    I had the privilege to go to Jinja and watch games at USSSA Competition. I was pleased with the talents I saw and we actually selected some players to join this team. Because the tournament was U20 age category, some other players I saw will be considered for the upcoming engagements.

    On the technical ability of the players in camp.

    I am pleased with the ability majority of these players have. They are immensely talented but we must make sure, they get the technical bit of the game. Understanding where to position yourself, how to operate under a playing system and how to use the ball well.

    On working with rookies and the pressure that comes with playing for the national team.

    Of course, it is always tough and players may have fear but we have been talking to the players and trying to give them the confidence.

    On how important will it be for the players to gain exposure.

    Experience comes with playing many games and I believe these players can only get better by having more games in their legs. Our target is to keep progressing in these qualifiers so that our players benefit.

    On having some players in the current squad who have previously played for the different national teams.

    Agnes Nabukenya, Faridah Namirimu and Desire Natooro have already played for the national team and I believe their experience will rub off to the rest of the other players. However, they equally still need guidance.

    On what she knows about our opponents Cameroon.

    I know they play a physical game and really strong and we have tried to work on that aspect. So the players are aware of what they will be facing.

    On the African games draw and the opponents.

    We were informed that the tournament is U23 but we agreed to mainly use the U20 National Team. Facing teams like Ghana, Ethiopia and Tanzania will be a good test for us.

    CAPTAIN DESIRE KATISI NATOORO

    On how prepared the players are.

    We are ready and prepared to face Cameroon tomorrow. The Coaches have prepared us well and given us the best training to enable us win.

    On what it means to be named Team Captain.

    I am delighted for the opportunity to lead the team. It comes with responsibility but the coaches have guided me well and the players have also been helping me.

  • Coach Botes confident ahead of Cameroon clash

    Coach Botes confident ahead of Cameroon clash

    Uganda U17 Women’s National Team Head Coach Sheryl Botes is optimistic her charges are in the right shape ahead of the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers.

    The gaffer believes the team is in the right shape to face Cameroon in the first leg of the first round of the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers.

    The first leg is slated is slated for Saturday, 3rd February 2024 at St. Mary’s Kitende while the return leg will be played a week later in Yaoundé, Cameroon.

    “We still got two days left and we have worked on the process of play to make sure the girls understand how exactly how they have to play.” She said.

    “I believe we have a good team to get a good result against Cameroon. The players have responded positively to training and I think we shall be good to go on Saturday.” Botes added.

    It should be noted that this is the second time that the Teen Cranes are taking part in the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers.

    Last year, the team played and got eliminated by Ethiopia at the first round.

  • 24 Ugandan FIFA-Certified Referees receive badges for 2024

    24 Ugandan FIFA-Certified Referees receive badges for 2024

    Ugandan Football referees have today received their FIFA Badges and equipment for the 2024 Calendar yeat

    A total of 24 referees from Eleven-aside football, Futsal and Beach Soccer were approved to get FIFA badges this year.

    In the function held at FUFA Complex on Wednesday, FUFA President Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim handed over the badges to the referees.

    He was flanked by FUFA Executive Committee Member Rogers Byamukama, FUFA Deputy CEO-Football Decolas Kiiza and FUFA Referees Standing Committee Chairperson Brian Miiro Nsubuga.


    Others who attended the function included Uganda Football Referees Association Acting Chairman David Davis Katabira, Uganda Football Referees Association Delegate to the General Assembly Rosbell Rwamuyamba, FUFA Referees Instructor Catherine Adipo and FUFA Referees Manager Samuel Egesa.


    In his address to the referees, the President first reminded the referees about the cardinal principles when executing their duties.

    “As referees, you must all times maintain the three core principles that govern your work. That is Fitness, Intergrity and Performance. Without, these you cannot do your work well.” He started.

    The President also cautioned the referees about predetermination of games and advised them to always report such cases to the relevant bodies.

    “I have received reports that people are using my name to influence you into going against your ethics but I want to make it clear that I have never told anyone to indulge in any predetermining of games. If anyone comes to you with such excuses, please report them.

    He also emphasized how tough and ready FUFA is committed to fighting against match fixing.

    “You are aware some of your colleagues are serving bans because they were found guilty. I want to assure you that we will continue in the same spirit and please do not be tempted to indulge yourself in such vices.”

    The President on the other hand assured the referees of protection in case they are right or commit genuine mistakes.

    ”We have agreed to protect you whenever you are right and we are proud of those moments you have taken correct decisions. We are all human beings who make mistakes but if someone makes a mistake intentionally then disciplinary measures have to be taken.” The President stressed.

    Brian Miiro Nsubuga, the Chairperson of FUFA Referees Standing Committee told the referees to seize the opportunity and perform their duties with integrity at all times.

    ”We have given out the FIFA badges to you and we have the belief in you. Go and serve accroding to the principles of refeering. I am confident that this is a determined group that has undergone various trainings and ready to execute their work.” He said.

    The function was preceded by a fitness test in the morning at Makerere University for both FIFA Referees and National Elite Referees ahead of the second round of various FUFA sanctioned Competitions that start this week.

    Here is a complete list of the 24 Ugandan FIFA Certified Referees 2024;

    Male Centre Referees: Ali Sabila Chelangat, Mashood Ssali, William Oloya, Lucky Razaake Kasalirwe and George Olemu

    Male Assistant Referees: Ronald Katenya,Hakim Mulindwa, Emmanuel Okudra, Timothy Gumisiriza Karusigarira, Brianson Musisi and Ashiraf Katerega

    Futsal Referees: Brian Emmy Nsubuga and Isaac Sengendo

    Beach Soccer: Ivan Kintu Bayige, Muhammad Ssenteza, Kennedy Kawagga Bazirio and Joel Chote Munyendoh.

    Female Centre Referees: Shamirah Nabadda, Habiba Naigaga and Diana Murungi

    Female Assistant Referees: Lydia Nantabo Wanyama, Jane Mutonyi, Elizabeth Nassolo and Immaculate Ongiera

  • Hippos, Queen Cranes to play at 2023 All African Games

    Hippos, Queen Cranes to play at 2023 All African Games

    Uganda U20 Men’s National Team (Uganda Hippos) and U20 Women’s National Team (Queen Cranes) will feature at this year’s All African Games in Accra, Ghana.

    Confederation of African Football (CAF) has today confirmed the teams that will participate in the tournament slated for March.

    For the men’s category, the CAF Executive Committee resolved that the eight Quarterfinalists at the TotalEnergies U-20 Africa Cup of Nations Egypt 2023 together with the host Ghana will qualify for the event.

    The same age category applied during the TotalEnergies U-20 AFCON will be adopted.

    Uganda joins Benin, Congo, Gambia, Ghana, Nigeria, Senegal, South Sudan and Tunisia.

    For the women’s category, the teams that participated in the fourth qualifying round of the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Costa Rica 2022 will qualify for the Final tournament of the African Games Accra 2023. The same age category will be applicable.

    The eight teams are host Ghana, Cameroon, Ethiopia, Morocco, Nigeria, Senegal, Tanzania and Uganda.

    The African Games Accra 2023 will take place from 8-24 March 2024.

  • 24 coaches successfully complete CAF B Diploma Coaching Course

    24 coaches successfully complete CAF B Diploma Coaching Course

    A total of 24 Coaches successfully completed the CAF B Diploma Coaching Course of Wednesday at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.

    The course had five modules and started last year with particpants undergoing through both practical and theoratical sessions.

    Jackson Nyiima and Livingstone Kyambadde have been the lead instructors taking participants through a range of sessions covering football systems, first aid, media relations and football fitness among others.

    During the closing ceremony, Kyambadde who is also the Chairperson of the Uganda Football Coaches Association (UFCA) emphasized the importance of these courses and reminded the participants to always put everything into practice.

    “I want to congratulate you upon this mileage and wish you all the best as you go back to your respective teams. Go and put everything into practice to create the best players.” He said.

    FUFA Football Development Director Ali Mwebe and FUFA Youth Football Development Manager Bashir Mutyaba also attended the closing ceremony.

    List of Participants

    1 -Mpiima Saka – KCCA FC

    2 – Kamya Swaleh – Wakiso Hill WFC

    3 – Ochuka Simon- She Maroons FC

    4 -Massa Simeon – Bul FC

    5 – Lukyamuzi Skills Micheal – NEC FC

    6 – Semuyaba Bashir – NEC FC

    7 – Okello Maxwell -She Maroons FC

    8 – Lukoki Jessy – Lady Doves FC

    9 -Namukasa Zaina – Police WFC

    10 -Nabakooza Lydia – Tagy High School WFC

    11 -Natumbwe Sharifah – Edgars WFC

    12 -Sempigi Saddick -Jinja North United FC

    13 -Bongole Anthony – Makerere University WFC

    14 – Ndawula Fred – Makerere University WFC

    15 -Nyanzi Tadeo -Rines SS WFC

    16 – Ahumuza Collines – UCU Lady Cardinals FC

    17- Faridah Kisitu- Field of Dreams Uganda

    18 – Tonny Mawejje – Kampala Queens FC

    19 -Mbekeka Oliver – Rubaga Girls WFC

    20 – Mutebi Shafik – Kampala Queens FC

    21- Nassozi Brenda – Ajax Queens FC

    22- Pande Saddam – Olila High School WFC

    23- Nakito Gladys – Wagwa High School

    24- Ayesiga Rogers- FC Tooro Queens

  • FIFA confirm dates for application and Exams of Football Agents

    FIFA confirm dates for application and Exams of Football Agents

    The World Football governing body, FIFA has confirmed dates for application and Exams of football agents.

    The exams, a pivotal step in obtaining FIFA agent certification, will take place on 22nd May 2024 with application period having started on 9th January to 31st March 2024.

    FIFA kindly reminds that all applications are to be submitted on the FIFA Agent platform by interested candidates and will be regularly reviewed by member associations through their user accounts review on the platform.

    https://agents.fifa.com/home

    Further more, there is a reduction in licence fee for continuous licence holders following consultations with the members of the FAWG.

    As from 1st October 2024, the licence fee paid to FIFA for all football Agent licence renewals will be reduced to USD 300 for each subsequent licensing period. Those individuals that obtain their football agent licence for the first time will pay the full amount of USD 600 for the first licensing period, with subsequent yearly payments being reduced to USD 300.

    Prospective agents are diligently preparing for this opportunity to showcase their expertise and navigate the intricate landscape of player representation in the dynamic world of football.

  • CAF B Diploma Coaching Course enters final bend

    CAF B Diploma Coaching Course enters final bend

    The CAF B Diploma Coaching course entered the final phase with particants undertaking the fifth module.

    Since last year, the coaches have been undergoing different coaching modules, both theoratical and practical at different intervals at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.

    The last module got underway today under the tutorship of Instructors Jackson Nyiima and Livingstone Kyambadde.

    This module will mark the seventh assessment the participants have been undergoing during the entire course.

    “We hope the coaches will do what is required of them when they go back to their respective clubs. The different modules taught have equipped them with the best knowledge to help them in executing their work,” Nyiima said.

    Collines Ahumuza, assistant coach at UCU Lady Cardinals and also a participant in the course indicated this has been a worthwhile adventure and believes she has better view of the game than before.

    The CAF B Diploma Coaching Course will climax on 24th January 2024.

    List of Participants

    1 -Mpiima Saka – KCCA FC

    2 – Kamya Swaleh – Wakiso Hill WFC

    3 – Ochuka Simon- She Maroons FC

    4 -Massa Simeon – Bul FC

    5 – Lukyamuzi Skills Micheal – NEC FC

    6 – Semuyaba Bashir – NEC FC

    7 – Okello Maxwell -She Maroons FC

    8 – Lukoki Jessy – Lady Doves FC

    9 -Namukasa Zaina – Police WFC

    10 -Nabakooza Lydia – Tagy High School WFC

    11 -Natumbwe Sharifah – Edgars WFC

    12 -Sempigi Saddick -Jinja North United FC

    13 -Bongole Anthony – Makerere University WFC

    14 – Ndawula Fred – Makerere University WFC

    15 -Nyanzi Tadeo -Rines SS WFC

    16 – Ahumuza Collines – UCU Lady Cardinals FC

    17- Faridah Kisitu- Field of Dreams Uganda

    18 – Tonny Mawejje – Kampala Queens FC

    19 -Mbekeka Oliver – Rubaga Girls WFC

    20 – Mutebi Shafik – Kampala Queens FC

    21- Nassozi Brenda – Ajax Queens FC

    22- Pande Saddam – Olila High School WFC

    23- Nakito Gladys – Wagwa High School

    24- Ayesiga Rogers- FC Tooro Queens

  • Teen Cranes Provisional Squad for Cameroon encounter summoned

    Teen Cranes Provisional Squad for Cameroon encounter summoned

    Coach Sheryl Ulanda Botes has summoned a provisional squad of 36 players for the Uganda U17 Women’s National Team.

    The Teen Cranes will enter camp on Tuesday, 23rd January 2024 to begin preparations for the forthcoming FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers.

    Uganda will take on Cameroon at the first round stage with the first leg slated for 3rd February 2024 at St. Mary’s Stadium, Kitende while the return leg will be played on 9th February in Yaounde, Cameroon.

    Full Provisional Squad

    Goalkeepers
    Lillian Nakilya (St. Noa SS WFC), Angella Adeke (Royal Queens FC), Ashley Nakabugo (Kawempe Muslim SS), Dorcus Namboozo (Byafaayo Queens), Claire Ajambo (Isra Soccer Academy)

    Defenders
    Faridah Namirimu (Wakiso Hill WFC), Charity Katusiime (Tagy High School WFC), Desire Katisi Natooro (Asubo Ladies FC), Bethany Kaluya (Bright and Hove Albion Ladies FC), Brenda Nankya (Kawempe Muslim SS), Emily Nabuzaale (Byafaayo Queens FC), Alice Mukodah Nangobi (Royal Queens FC), Florence Nagawa (Isra Soccer Academy), Fahima Babirye (Kawempe Muslim SS), Joyce Kainza (Byafaayo Queens FC), Monica Ahaisibwe (Royal Queens FC)

    Midfielders
    Elizabeth Nanyombi (Devine Soccer Academy), Esther Nangendo (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Winnie Kabuho (FC Tooro Queens FC), Promise Kwagalakwe (Kawempe Muslim SS), Vanessa Namazzi (Kawempe Muslim SS), Tamisi Shafiga(Byafaayo Queens FC), Imelda Kasemire (Lady Doves FC), Asia Kakai (Byafaayo Queens FC), Mary Ayugi (St. Noa SS WFC), Bushirah Nalunkuuma (Rines SS WFC), Ritah Anitah Nambuusi (Devine Soccer Academy)

    Forwards
    Flavia Nalwanga (Devine Soccer Academy), Sylvia Kabene (St. Noa SS WFC), Monica Nanono (Kawempe Muslim SS), Shadia Nabirye (Kawempe Muslim SS), Agnes Nabukenya (Kawempe Muslim SS), Isabella Blick (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC), Monica Bulya (Rines SS WFC), Titie Leticia Nakyeyune (St. Noa Girls School)

    Officials

    Sheryl Botes Ulanda – Head Coach

    Charles Ayiekoh Lukula – Assistant Coach

    David Ribeiro – Goalkeeping Coach

    George Ssebuliba – Goalkeeping Coach

    Allan Nsubuga Magunda – Video Analyst

    Danny Kirumira – Sports Scientist

    Mable Kabatalindwa – Team Doctor

    Darlian Kyasiimire – Team Physiotherapist

    Cissy Nakiguba Gaudensia – Equipment Manager

    Joan Namusisi – Team Coordinator

    Conrad Musiime – Media Officer

  • FUFA Women Super League: Kawempe keep top spot as Asubo, Lady Doves secure convincing wins

    FUFA Women Super League: Kawempe keep top spot as Asubo, Lady Doves secure convincing wins


    FUFA Women Super League
    Matchday Nine
    Fulltime
    Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC 3-0 Uganda Martyrs
    Kampala Queens FC 2-1 Wakiso Hill WFC
    Makerere University WFC 2-4 Asubo Ladies FC
    Lady Doves FC 5-1 Rines SS WFC
    She Maroons FC 0-0 UCU Lady Cardinals FC

    Kawempe Muslim maintained their stay at the top of the table after registering a convincing win over Uganda Martyrs Lubaga on Sunday.

    In the game played at the Valley Ground, Kawempe secured a 3-0 win to end the first round on a high.

    Jolly Kobusingye opened the scores in the first half before Agnes Nabukenya and substitute Hadijah Babirye added a goal each.

    The result took Kawempe to 21 points from nine games, two ahead of Kampala Queens who have a game in hand.

    Kampala Queens overcame a reslient Wakiso Hill side 2-1 at MTN-Omondi Stadium thanks to goals from Zaina Namuleme and Zaina Nandede.

    The consolation for the Antelopes came from Rashida Nankya.

    At Makerere University Main playground, Asubo Ladies ran riot, claiming a 4-2 win over the hosts.

    Kamayita Naigaga ochestrated the damage for Asubo, bagging a hat trick before Teddy Nafwono added the other other goal.

    Makerere got their goals through Sharon Namatovu and Daphine Nalubowa.

    Elsewhere, Lady Doves outwitted Lady Doves, winning 5-1 at home against Rines SS WFC.

    Captain Lydia Nyandera and Olivia Babirye scored a brace each while Margret Namande added the other.

    Rines got their goal through Jesca Ayerango.

    The game between She Maroons FC and UCU Lady Cardinals ended in a barren draw.

  • Deadline for StarTimes Uganda Premier League Clubs Certified CEOs looming

    Deadline for StarTimes Uganda Premier League Clubs Certified CEOs looming

    FUFA has directed Uganda Premier League to hold funds of clubs whose Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) do not meet qualifications.

    According to Circular No. 1171, every Club Chief Executive Officer in the StarTimes Uganda Premier League was notified and required to hold a FAMACO II certificate with effect from 1st January 2024.

    Of the 16 teams playing in the StarTimes Uganda Premier League only ten have CEOs that meet the set qualifications.

    These are;

    Joseph Mutaka – BUL FC
    Simon Njuba – Vipers SC
    Anisha Muhoozi – KCCA FC
    Ashiraf Miiro – Express FC
    Allan Munaaba – URA FC
    Arnold Akankwasa – Mbarara City FC
    Sula Kamoga – Wakiso Giants FC
    Rodrick Muhumuza – Maroons FC
    Joshua Atugonza – Kitara FC
    Jonathan Okorotum – NEC FC

    FUFA has noticed that Sports Club Villa, Busoga United FC, Arua Hill SC, Gaddafi FC, UPDF FC and Soltilo Bright Stars FC do not have CEOs that are in compliance with circular No. 1171

    In order to enforce the club licensing compliance requirements, the six above mentioned clubs are required to immediately have qualified personnel as club CEOs and consequently make the hired CEOs principal signatories to the respective club bank accounts that receive payments from UPL for value attached from the sale of league rights.

    The deadline for this is 31st January 2024. No club will receive funds from Uganda Premier League from the sale of the league rights without complying to this directive.

    It should be noted that FUFA has so far organised the 1st and 2nd editions of the Football Administration and Management Course (FAMACO) Level II to address the needs of the above directive.

  • FUFA Womem Super League: She Maroons, Kawempe seek to bounce back

    FUFA Womem Super League: She Maroons, Kawempe seek to bounce back

    FUFA Women Super League
    Matchday 8 Fixtures
    Wednesday, 17th January 2024

    Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC vs Wakiso Hill WFC
    UCU Lady Cardinals FC vs Makerere University WFC
    Rines SS WFC vs She Maroons FC (Live on FUFA Tv)
    Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC vs Lady Doves FC

    All games will kickoff at 4PM (EAT)

    She Maroons FC will seek to return to the winning trail on Wednesday as they make a short trip to Wakiso to face Rines SS WFC.

    The Prison Sentries suffered their first defeat on Sunday, with a humiliating 5-1 loss to Kampala Queens.

    The ultimate task therefore will be to try and put the heavy defeat at the back of their mind and secure victory.

    In Rines, they find a side that has failed to find stability since the start of the season and find themselves languishing in the drop zone.

    Under the stewardship of coach Taddeo Nyanzi, Rines lost their last outing 3-1 to UCU Lady Cardinals.

    With a meager five points same as the bottom two teams; Wakiso Hill and Asubo Ladies.

    For Kawempe Muslim, a slump in their last two games where they have picked two points will be a point of concern.

    As they host Lady Doves, the ultimate target will be to return to the winning path.

    Victory off the Masindi based outfit will take Kawempe Muslim to 18 points and two above leaders Kampala Queens who are out of action until the weekend.

    Elswhere, Makerere University visit UCU Lady Cardinals in the University derby while Uganda Martyrs host wounded Wakiso Hill who have parted ways with head coach Swalley Kamya.