The Uganda Cranes list of 23 players to the Total AFCON Finals in Egypt has been released.
The list will be submitted to CAF to beat today’s deadline.
The shirt numbers have also been confirmed.
Uganda Cranes final 23 man submitted to CAF for AFCON Finals in Egypt (shirt numbers included)
Denis Onyango (18), Jamal Salim Magoola (19), Robert Odongkara (1, Murushid Jjuuko(4), Bevis Mugabi (5), Isaac Muleme (20), Hassan Wasswa Mawanda (16), Wakiro Nico Wadada (14), Joseph Benson Ochaya (2), Timothy Denis Awany (3), Godfrey Walusimbi (15), Ronald Mukiibi (12), William Kizito Luwagga (10), Khalid Aucho (8), Mike Azira (23), Faruku Miya (17), Tadeo Lwanga (6), Allan Kateregga (13), Lumala Abdu (22), Emmanuel Arnold Okwi (7), Patrick Henry Kaddu (9), Derrick Nsibambi (11) and Allan Kyambadde (21)
MAIN PHOTO: Khalid Aucho (white) during the game against Turkmenistan on Sunday in Abu Dhabi. He will feature at AFCON for the 2nd successive time together with 11 other players who were in the 2017 Uganda Cranes Squad in Gabon.
Uganda Cranes played to a goal-less draw with Turkmenistan during an international friendly game played at the New York University stadium in Abu Dhabi on Sunday night.
The day’s captain Faruku Miya came close to breaking the dead-lock but had a free-kick raze off the cross bar during the first half.
Here are some of the moments captured on camera prior to, during and after the engagement.
Uganda’s second international build up match will be played against Ivory Coast on 15th June 2019.
The two countries march out to the field of play at the New York University Stadium, Abu DhabiKhalid Aucho displaces opponentBevis Mugabi clears the ballAllan Kyambadde dribbles away the ballHead coach Sebastien Desabre talks to the captain of the day, Faruku MiyaHolding midfielder Tadeo Lwanga tackles during the match as Faruku Miya closes gapLeft back Godfrey “Jajja Walu” Walusimbi vies for the ballUganda Cranes XI Vs. Turkmenistan
Uganda Cranes XI:
Robert Odongkara (G.K), Bevis Mugabi (67′ Nico Wakiro Wadada), Godfrey Walusimbi, Timothy Awany, Murushid Jjuuko, Tadeo Lwanga, Aucho Khalid, Allan Kyambadde (46′ Emmanuel Arnold Okwi), Faruku Miya (Captain), Patrick Henry Kaddu (55′ Alexis David Bbakka), Abdu Lumala (67′ Joseph Benson Ochaya)
Subs Not Used:
Salim Omar Magoola (G.K), Ibrahim Sadam Jume, Paul Derrick Nsibambi, Kirizestom Ntambi, Allan Kateregga, Hassan Wasswa Mawanda
Centre Referee: Hamad Ali Yousef (United Arab Emirates)
Assistant Referee 1: Ahmed Alrashdi (United Arab Emirates)
Assistant Referee 2: Ali Rashid Al Nuaimi (United Arab Emirates)
Fourth Official: Omar Muhamed Alali (United Arab Emirates)
L-R: Faruku Miya (Captain), Patrick Henry Kaddu, Robert Odongkara (G.K), Tadeo Lwanga, Allan Kyambadde, Murushid Jjuuko, Bevis Mugabi, Abdu Lumala, Timothy Denis Awany,Godfrey Walusimbi and Khalid AuchoThe Uganda Cranes technical team in respect of the national anthem prior to kick off
The FUFA Monthly Newsletter for May is out. With so many activities climaxing in the mentioned month, we bring you some of the highlights that caught our attention for the rest of the football family around the globe to read about activities in Uganda.
History was also made as a new champion for the FUFA Women Elite League and the Stanbic Uganda Cup were inked in Uganda football books.
Lady Doves 0-2 Makerere University Women Football Club
Makerere University Women Football Club clinched the 2018/2019 FUFA Women’s Cup after defeating Lady Doves 2-0 in the final at StarTimes Stadium Lugogo on Saturday 8th June.
FUFA 2nd Vice President Darius Mugoye handing over the trophy to Makerere University WFC players
Makerere University took the lead in the 40th minute through a penalty kick converted by midfielder Jemima Twesigye following Catherine Nagadya fouling inside the penalty area by Lady Doves defender Gladys Nakitto.
Makerere University WFC players Nakasumba Fatumah (L) and Nababi Aminah celebrating their second goal against Lady Doves
Second half Substitute Fatumah Nakasumba doubled the lead after combining passes with Nababi Aminah in the 78th minute.
Lady Doves forward Nuluh Nakyanzi had an opportunity to level matters but failed to beat Makerere University goalkeeper Zahara Nankya in a one-on-one situation. Her effort went inches wide.
Lady Doves made early tactical changes in search for the equalizer. Lydia Nyandera was introduced for Karungi Getrude before the break while striker Miriam Akwero was brought on the return from the break.
MVP Nababi Aminah (red) of Makerere University WFC having control of the ball during the final
The two substitutes added momentum upfront and midfielder Winnie Babirye was on spot with two close-range shots in the 74th and 76th minutes but the outstanding goalkeeper Nankya pulled off a double save to deny Lady Dove an equalizer.
In the 80th minute, second-half substitute Nakasumba Fatumah launched a counter-attack with a long pass to the right before Nababi Aminah cross was deflected into the net for the second goal for Makerere.
Lady Doves midfielder Nabbosa Riticia (L) in action during the final
Makerere University’s Aminah Nababi was named the Most Valuable Player. She scored 3 goals in 3 games.
Uganda Martyrs defender Shadia Nankya took the top scorer award with 7 goals while She Corporates’ goalkeeper Karugi Vannessa was awarded the best goalkeeper.
Tooro queens took the fair play award with prize money of UGX 200,000.
Makerere University WFC players celebrating their goal against Lady Doves
Awards:
Winner:Makerere University Women Football Club (Trophy, Gold Medals and UGX 3,000,000)
Runners-up: Lady Doves: Silver Medals – UGX 2,000,000
Semifinalists: Echos HS and She Corporates – UGX 1,000,000 each.
Fair Play Team: Tooro Queens – UGX 200,000
MVP: Aminah Nababi (Makerere University Women Football Club) – UGX 100,000
Makerere University W0lomen Football Club player Nababi Aminah receiving her MVP Award
Golden Boot: Shadia Nankya (Uganda Martyrs WFC) – UGX 100,000
Uganda Martyrs High School WFC defender Nankya Shadia with her Golden boot award
Golden Glove: Vanesa Karungi (She Corporates) – UGX 100,000
The football fraternity and the sporting family in general has been treated to sad news on Friday evening about the untimely death of former Uganda Cranes kits manager, Saidi Lugolobi.
Lugolobi was pronounced dead after some time of sickness.
He will be laid to rest at his ancestral home in Namagoma (4 PM) on Saturday, 8th June 2019.
‘A Crane Rests… A member of the historical 2017 Uganda Cranes Team that qualified back to AFCON after 39 years passed on Friday afternoon. Inalilah wa inalilah rajihu’ eulogized the FUFA President, Eng. Moses Magogo.
‘Saidi Lugolobi loved his job. He was professional in his line of duty. It was a tough job especially working under the different coaches who fronted professionalism. I can only pray to him and Allah strengthen his family’ FUFA Communications manager, Ahmed Hussein.
Saidi Lugolobi (Saido) was the Uganda Cranes kits manager at the 2017 Afcon finals in Gabon.
He was also part of the contingent at the 2018 CHAN finals in Morocco and has been part of the team in a number of competitions locally and internationally.
Saidi Lugolobi (third from right) during a Uganda Cranes assignment away to Rwanda in the CHAN 2018 qualifiers in KigaliUganda Cranes player Hassan Wasswa Mawanda with Saidi Lugolobi (RIP)
Uganda Cranes midfielder Moses Waiswa has been ruled out of the Nations cup finals in Egypt due to a knee injury.
‘The technical team has confirmed the player will not take any part further in the camp in Abu Dhabi following medical assessments of the injury. Plans are underway to organise his travel back home for further treatment and recovery of the injury. It is a pity for the young man who had a dream to feature at the Continnet’s biggest soccer show piece. We wish him a quick recovery’ said FUFA Communications Manager Ahmed Hussein
Moses Waiswa
The Vipers SC player who is the reigning Airtel FUFA Player of the year will not be physically fit to meet the requirements of featuring for the team at the tournament.
MAIN PHOTO: Moses Waiswa takes on Joseph Ochaya (L) during training in Abu Dhabi. He will not feature at the AFCON Finals in Egypt due to injury
FUFA confirmed FIFA referees to handle the highly anticipated FUFA Women’s Final match between Lady Doves and Makerere University WFC slated on Saturday 8th June 2019 at the StarTimes Stadiums Lugogo-Kampala.
Lady Doves forward Nuluh Nakyanzi (L) in action against She Corporate during the semifinals of FUFA Women’s Cup
FIFA Referee Diana Murungi will be in charge as the Center Referee.
Catherine Nagadya and Lydia Nantabo Wanyama will be the 1st and 2nd assistants respectively.
Catherine Ayaro Catherine is the 4th official.
Nantabo is the only official returning to the same final for the second successive time after serving as an assistant in the 2nd edition final in Kabwohe.
The final will register a new champion in history since the 2nd edition Cup winners UCU Lady Cardinals were defeated by Kawempe Muslim in the round of 32 as well the 1st edition champions Olila HS WFC was eliminated on the quarterfinal stage by Lady Doves.
Makerere University WFC defender Fatumah Nakasumba having control of the ball in the games against Uganda Martyrs WFC
Road to the final:
Lady Doves began their title campaign at the round of 32 with a convincing 7-0 win over Wakiso Hills in Masindi.
At the Round of 16, Lady Doves eliminated Kampala Queens WFC by 3-0 in Kampala before benefiting from the advantage of Olila failing to show up in the quarterfinal game that confirmed a walkover for Lady Doves.
Lady Doves midfielder Margaret Agnes Kayima (in white) taking on Sarah Namulindwa of She Corporates during the semifinals
In the Semis, Lady Doves drew 2-2 in regular time with 2nd edition runners-up She Corporates however when the game progressed to kicks from the penalty mark Lady Doves won 3-2.
On the other hand, Makerere University WFC started on a high note by edging FUFA Women Elite league counterparts and 1st edition runners-up Gafford Ladies 3-0 in the round of 32. The former eliminated Bugiri Town View before defeating Kawempe Junior 3-1 in the quarterfinals.
During the semifinals, Makerere overpowered Echos HS 5-0 to progress to their first ever Cup final.
Both teams have never met in any competition and this will be their first head to head encounter.
Olila HS WFC players lifting the 1st edition trophy of the FUFA Wome’s Cup
Lady Doves midfielders Riticia Nabbosa and Lillian Veronica are the only players in the final who have ever played the Cup final.
Nabbosa lifted it with Olila HS WFC during the 1st edition in 2017 while Veronica lost in the final with Gafford Ladies the same year.
The last three final matches have produced 4 goals. Cissy Nantongo (Olila HS WFC) Evelyn Kakayi (Gafford Ladies) Mercy Nabulobi and Hasifah Nassuuna (UCU Lady Cardinals) are the players who have ever scored in the final of FUFA Women’s Cup.
UCU Lady Cardinals players lifting the 2nd edition Trophy of the FUFA Women’s Cup
The match will kick off at 4:00 pm.
MAIN PHOTO: Lady Doves team that made it to the final of the 3rd edition of FUFA Women’s Cup
Uganda’s FIFA Assistant Referee Mark Ssonko has been confirmed among the officials to officiate at the 2019 TOTAL Africa Cup of Nations finals in Egypt.
Ssonko was confirmed by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to be among the 56 officials.
30 of these are assistant referees and the remaining 26 are center referees.
Ssonko joins four other Ugandans who will be on duty during the month long championship.
Mark Ssonko
FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo will lead the officials from Uganda. By virtue of his position as a CAF Executive Committee member, Eng. Magogo is mandated to attend the Finals.
Others are Edgar Watson- the Chief Executive Officer of FUFA who is among the CAF Study Group members.
Dixon Okello and Leila Nankya are on the security and protocol committees respectively. Andrew Jackson Oryada is a Media officer who will also be in Egypt.
The Total Africa Cup of Nations Egypt 2019 tournament will kick off on 21st June and climax on 19th July.
Here is the complete list of all the match officials:
9th June: Uganda vs Turkmenistan 10pm (Played behind Closed doors) at New York University in Abu Dhabi
15th June 2019: Uganda vs Ivory Coast (Open to public) –Sheikh Zayed Stadium
The Uganda Cranes players camped in Abu Dhabi preparing for the AFCON Finals due later this month in Egypt has been asked by the head coach Sebastien Desabre to take into account for every chance that comes their way during training.
With the intensity of the preparations getting stiffer each passing day, the tactician has briefed his players on the values of keeping fit and focused.
Desabre talking to Uganda Cranes players after training on Wednesday night
‘Everything is moving on very well but I don’t expect any one of you to relax. We have two friendly matches on 9th and 15th June before we fly out to Egypt. Give me every reason to pick you in the final squad. The mind and body of each player in camp must remain focused to make my work very easy when selecting the final 23 man squad next week’ said Desabre.
Fitness trainer Gerome D’Antonio in charge of the Uganda Cranes players during warm up sessions
The training continued on Thursday with morning and another scheduled for the evening at the Abu Dhabi Cricket Sports Complex.
Lumala Abdu speaks out
Lumala Abdu who plays for Syrianska FC in Sweden, believes that the players in camp are very talented and ready to die a little for the country on the pitch.
Lumala Abdul rates the Uganda Cranes Squad highly
‘I got the chance to join the National team. I have received a warm reception in camp. It is an honour to join a group that has Africa’s best goalkeeper Denis Onyango. There is something special in this camp. We are ready for the tournament but the matches lined up for us before we travel will give us the chance to check on how much we have covered’
Uganda Cranes Captain Denis Onyango with Lumala in Abu DhabiLumala Abdu in a brief interview ith www.fufa.co.ug in Abu Dhabi
26 players are now in camp but will be joined by two other stars Cahrles Lukwago and Mike Azira before end of the week.
MAIN PHOTO: Uganda Cranes Head coach Sebastien Desabre monitoring his players during training
The 69th FIFA Congress in Paris, France by acclamation, confirmed Giovanni Vincenzo “Gianni” Infantino as the president of the Federation of International Football Association (FIFA) for another four years on Wednesday, 5th June 2019.
All the 211 member associations in unison voted the Swiss – Italian as unopposed.
Infantino, the 9th president in the history of the organization will serve his second term as the President until 2023.
He was first elected at an Extraordinary Congress in February 2016.
The FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo led the Ugandan top brass delegation in the congress that also had the first vice president Justus Mugisha and the CEO, Edgar Watson.
L-R: First Vice President Justus Mugisha, FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo and CEO Edgar Watson in Paris, France at the FIFA Congress
‘In just over three years, this organization went from being toxic, almost criminal, to being what it should be: an institution that develops football. This new FIFA has a mission and a plan for it, which is why the next four years have, in fact, already started: we have laid solid building blocks for the future.’ Gianni Infantino remarked.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino is congratulated by the FUFA First Vice President Justus MugishaThe FIFA President Gianni Infantino is congratulated by the FUFA CEO, Edgar Watson in Paris
Meanwhile, the supreme legislative body of FIFA approved the Activity report and financial statements for 2018, as well as the detailed budget for 2020, which includes USD 810 million allocated to investments in football.
The 70th FIFA Congress will be held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, in May 2020.
Uganda lost to hosts South Africa on Penalties after a 1-1 draw in regular time during the COSAFA Plate semi-finals at the Princess Magogo Stadium in Durban on Tuesday.
Serunkuma Daniel gave Cranes the lead on the return from the break in the 46th minute when he was picked by Juma Balinya with a through pass before Rudah Singh equalised for South Africa in the 72nd minute.
Dan Serunkuma of Uganda challenged by Keanu Cupido of South Africa during the 2019 Cosafa Cup match between South Africa and Uganda at Princess Magogo Stadium, Durban on 04 June 2019
When the match progressed to kicks from the penalty mark, Mustafa Kizza and Muzamir Mutyaba missed while Shafik Kagimu and Nicolas Kasozi converted their kicks. South Africans converted all their spot kicks that tallied to 2-4 in their favour.
The first 45 minutes produced no goal from the 7 attempts the Cranes pulled at the South African goal.
As early as the 9th minute left full back Mustafa Kizza had already taken a shot on target but his effort was parried by South African goalkeeper
Paul Willa of Uganda challenged by Gift Links of South Africa during the 2019 Cosafa plate match between South Africa and Uganda at Princess Magogo Stadium, Durban on 04 June 2019
Balinya Juma miss with a close-range effort inside the 6-yard area only after a minute.
Serunkuma Dan received the best opportunity in the first half but his shot inside the area flew over the bar.
In the 56th minute, Balinya and Kagimu combined passes outside the area however the resultant effort from Balinya was punched away for a corner by the goalkeeper. Isinde was well positioned to head the corner on target but again the goalkeeper saved South Africa to conceded the second goal.
Goalkeeper Lukwago was on the mark in the additional time with a superb save.
Juma Balinya of Uganda challenged by Keanu Cupido of South Africa during the 2019 Cosafa Cup match between South Africa and Uganda at Princess Magogo Stadium, Durban on 04 June 2019
Changes:
Allan Kayiwa came in for Mike Birungi, Bright Anukani for Balinya and Nelson Senkatuka for Serunkuma Dan
Uganda Cranes starting XI against South Africa
Lukwago Charles (GK), Willa Paul, Kizza mustapha, Isaac isinde (cpt), Revita john, Mutyaba Muzamir, Kasozi Nicholas, Birungi Michael, Kagimu shafik, Balinya Juma, Dan Serunkuma
Substitutes
Alitho James (GK), Paul Mbowa, Mucureezi Paul, Bright Anukani, Nelson Senkatuka, Daniel Isiagi, Mujjuzi Mustafa, Allan Kayiwa, Musana Hassan.
Main Photo: Dan Serunkuma of Uganda challenged by Thendo Mukumela of South Africa during the 2019 Cosafa Cup match between South Africa and Uganda at Princess Magogo Stadium, Durban
9th June: Uganda vs Turkmenistan 10pm (Played behind Closed doors) at New York University in Abu Dhabi
15th June 2019: Uganda vs Ivory Coast (Open to public) –Venue to be communicated
Allan Kateregga is the latest player to join Uganda Cranes camp in Abu Dhabi as the team continues with preparations for the 2019 Total AFCON Finals in Egypt.
The South Africa based midfielder who plays for PSL side Maritzburg arrived on Tuesday morning but didn’t take part in the training session as the team had already left for the stadium.
Allan Kateregga and Godfrey Walusimbi at Park Rotana Hotel in Abu Dhabi where Uganda Cranes is cmaped preparing for the Total AFCON Finals in Egypt
Two more players Emma Okwi and Nicholas Wadada will jet later today (8.1pm Local time, 7.15pm EAST) to bring the number to 24 in camp.
Bbakka Alexis ( Carlstad United BK, Sweden), Lumala Abdu (Syrianska FC, Sweden), Kizito Luwagga (Shakhter Karagandy, Kazahstan) and Salim Jamal (Al Hilal-Sudan) are the players who have arrived in camp in the last 48 hours.
Lumala Abdu (L) and Bbakka Alexis (R) upon arrival at Park Rotana Hotel inAbu Dhabi
Luwagga and Jamal joined the rest of the team in training on Monday evening after undergoing the mandatory medcial tests. Kateregga, Bbakka and Lumala will also have to visit the medical personnel in Abdu Dhabi for the exercise. Okwi and Wadada completed their medicals in Kampala.
L_R: Kizito Luwagga, Leader of Delegation Issa Magoola and Salim Jamal in Abu Dhabi
Salim Jamal after today’s training
‘It is a great opportunity for us to prove ourselves this time round. The goalkeeping department is very competitive and I look forward to welcoming my other teammates Charles Lukwago and Robert Odongkara in camp. We are having great training here and the camp is fantastic ’
Salim Jamal in Abu Dhabi
Faruku Miya after today’s training
‘I think we are preparing very well. We are following the coach’s instructions and this helps the entire team. We shall be in great shape for the kickoff of the tournament. We looks forward to the group action’
Faruku MiyaHead coach Sebastien Desabre briefing the players and officials of Uganda Cranes before the training starts
Uganda Cranes players during training today in Abu DhabiUganda Cranes players led by Hassan Wasswa ready for drillsKhalid Aucho with the juggle during training on Tuesday morning
Midfielders: William Kizito Luwagga (Shakhter Karagandy, Kazahstan), Khalid Aucho (Church Hill Brothers, India), Faruku Miya (HNK Gorica, Croatia), Tadeo Lwanga (Vipers SC-Uganda), Kirizestom Ntambi- Coffee FC, Ethiopia), Allan Kateregga (Maritzburg, South Africa), Lumala Abdul (Syrianska FC, Sweden), Moses Waiswa Moses (Vipers SC, Uganda), Sadam Juma (KCCA FC-Uganda)
Strikers: Alexis Bbakka (Carlstad United, Sweden), Patrick Henry Kaddu (KCCA FC, Uganda), Derrick Nsibambi (Smouha, Egypt), Allan Kyambadde (KCCA FC Uganda)
MAIN PHOTO: Allan Kateregga at the Park Rotana Hotel in Abu Dhabi. He flew in on Tuesday morning
Uganda Christian University (UCU) Lady Cardinals were crowned 2018/2019 FUFA Women Elite League for the first time in history after defeating Lady Doves 2-0 in the final playoff at the StarTimes Stadium Lugogo on Sunday.
A goal in each half from midfielder Hassifa Nassuna and forward Maureen Kinavudori guided the Mukono based club to the maiden national league championship.
Nassuna gave UCU Lady Cardinals the lead in the 38th minute with well-taken free-kick that beat goalkeeper Daisy Nakaziro.
Hasifa Nassuna (Second Left) Celebrates her goal with teammates
Lady Doves striker Akwero Miriam received two clear chances that would put her team on the level but her final efforts in a one-on-one situation ended in the safe hands of UCU Lady Cardinals goalkeeper Ruth Aturo.
In the second half, skipper Kinavudori had an opportunity to double the lead when she controlled the ball in inside the area before her shot went wide.
Nassuna would have been on spot with another well-curved free-kick on the edge of the box in the 75th minute however the ball was inches wide.
With 7 minutes to the end of the game, Kinavudori was picked by Jacqueline Nakasi from the left side and the skipper made no mistake to have her effort into the back of the net.
UCU Lady Cardinals players celebrating their goal during the final
UCU Lady Cardinals forward Hassifa Nassuna was named the Most valuable player and the League top scorer received both awards with a prize of 1M UGX for each award.
UCU Lady Cardinals player Hassifa Nassuna with her accolades for MVP and Top scorer
Nakaziro Daisy of Lady Doves emerged the best goalkeeper, received an accolade and prize money of 1M UGX.
Champions UCU Lady Cardinals received prize money of 12M UGX while the runners-up Lady Doves a prize of 7M UGX. The third and four placed teams will also take home 5 and 2 Million shillings respectively
Lady Doves goalkeeper Nakaziro Daisy was named the best goalkeeper
Kawempe Muslim Ladies Team won the fair play award with prize money of UGX 1M. They received only four yellow cards in the entire league.
UCU Lady Cardinals team that started against Lady Doves
UCU Lady Cardinals XI
Ruth Aturo (GK), Jawuhara Nabagala, Adam Kemisha, Annet Nakirijja, Mercy Nabuloobi, Phoebe Banura, Joan Kwagala, Teddy Najjuma, Jaqueline Nakasi, Hasifa Nassuna, and Maureen Kinavudori
Lady Doves team that started against UCU Lady Cardinals
Lady Doves XI
Nakaziro Daisy (GK), Birungi Adrine, Madam Christine, Nakito Gladys, Akello Nancy, Namakula Agnes, Nabbosa Riticia, Babirye Grace, Winnie , Martha Nalunkuma, Nuluh Nakyanzi, and Akwero Miriam
Runners-up Lady Doves after receiving their silver medals
Awards:
Champion: UCU Lady Cardinals – 12M UGX
Runners-up: Lady Doves – 7M UGX
MVP: Hassifa Nassuna (UCU Lady Cardinals) – 1M UGX
Top Scorer: Hassifa Nassuna 14 goals (UCU Lady Cardinals) – 1M UGX
Fair Play Award: Kawempe Muslim Ladies – 1M UGX
L-R UCU Lady Cardinals goalkeeper Aturo Ruth with Hassifa Nassuna after the awarding ceremonyL-R Mutonyi Jane, Nabadda Shamirah, Adipo Catherine, Ayaro Florence, and Nantabo Lydia were the match officials in charge of the final
MAIN PHOTO: UCU Lady Cardinals players lifting the trophy of FWEL 2018/2019
FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo will be the highest ranked football figure from Uganda in Cairo when the Total AFCON gets underway in Egypt on 21st June 2019.
By virtue of his status as a CAF Executive Committee Member, Eng. Magogo will be in Egypt to deliberate on various football matters with the rest of the CAF Executive Members.
FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo (R) and Sulemani Waberi (Djibouti FA boss) during the CAF Executive meeting in Ghana. The duo will be in Egypt for various CAF duties with the entire Executive during the tournament.
Four Ugandans appointed for duty
FUFA Chief Executive Officer Edgar Watson and Events Manager Leilah Nankya have been appointed by CAF for specific roles at the forthcoming Total Africa Cup of Nations- Egypt that kicks off on 21st June 2019.
Watson has been named on the CAF Technical Study Group while Nankya is a Protocol Officer.
FUFA Events Manager Leilah Nankya will be on the CAF Protocol team during the Total AFCON Finals in Egypt
The duo will be joined by two other Ugandans with vast experience in their areas of operation. Andrew Jackson Oryada was appointed a Media Officer while Okello Dixon as Security Officer.
Andrew Jackosn Oryada will be a CAF Media Officer at the AFCON Finals in Egypt.
Dixon Okello will be in Egypt as CAF Security Officer
‘FUFA wishes the four Ugandans appointed for duty during the AFCON Finals all the best. We have total trust and confidence that they will deliver to the expectations of the organisers. The vast experience garnered by the quartet in various football activities around the continent and others globally will guide them during the tournament in Egypt’ said FUFA Communications Manager Ahmed Hussein.
The appointments were confirmed by Confederation of African football (CAF).
MAIN PHOTO: FUFA CEO Edgar Watson will be in Egypt as a member of the CAF Technical Study group during the AFCON Finals 2019
Uganda Cranes lost to Lesotho on kicks from the penalty mark after a goalless draw in the quarterfinal of the COSAFA Cup in Durban, South Africa on Saturday evening.
Despite Uganda dominating the entire game with superior possession and numeral chances at goal they still failed to make a difference on the scoreboard.
Muzamiru Mutyaba (R) taking on Lesotho defender Sepiriti Malefane during the 2019 COSAFA Cup quarterfinals
Micheal Birungi, Daniel Isiagi Opolot, Shafik Kagimu and Daniel Serunkuuma piled pressure on Lesotho but found it tough to break through. Serunkuma came in for Isiagi and had four shots on target but one of his his efforts hit the post in the 65th minute while the other shots denied by goalkeeper Ketsekile Samuel.
Juma Balinya also had a chance to score in the 72nd minute when Mutyaba picked him with a through pass before his shot was thwarted away by the goalkeeper.
Daniel Isiagi Opolot (red) in action during the COSAFA Cup quarterfinal match against Lesotho
Paul Mucuurezi and Allan Kayiwa were introduced in the game for Birungi and Kagimu respectively.
When the match progressed to Kicks from the penalty mark, KCCA FC young lad Mustafa Kizza missed the opner, John Revita and Paul Mucureezi also failed to convert while Mutyaba Balinya were spot on.
Uganda Cranes forward Birungi Michael (red) challenged by Lesia Thetsane of Lesotho during the 2019 COSAFA Cup quarterfinal match
‘The game was competitive as we tried as much as we could to get some chances but missed them. We were also lucky not to concede. We lacked some maturity during the spot kicks. However, the future for the team is bright. We can build on our performance today and get the best from our players. We are waiting for our next opponent in the classification game and our focus is to have a win in the competition’ said Head coach Abdallah Mubiru
Uganda Cranes defender John Revita (red) battling with Synous Masoabi of Lesotho during the 2019 COSAFA Cup quarterfinals
Uganda Cranes will play the loser between South Africa and Botswana in the COSAFA Plate on 4th June 2019. COSAFA Plate is a classification competition for teams that lose on the quarterfinals.
However, the record still stands that Uganda has never lost to Lesotho in regular time in all the last meetings.
L-R Back Row: Kasozi Nicholas, Balinya juma, Revita John, Isiagi Daniel, Lukwago Charles (GK), and Isinde Isaac Front Row: Birungi Michael,Willa Paul, Kagimu Shafik, Kizza Mustapha, and Mutyaba Muzamiru
9th June: Uganda vs Turkmenistan 8pm (Played behind Closed doors)
15th June 2019: Uganda vs Ivory Coast (Open to public) –Venue to be communicated
Uganda vs Turkmenistan
Uganda Cranes coach Sebastien Desabre has confirmed that the National team currently in Camp in Abu Dhabi will face Turkmenistan on 9th June at the New York University stadium in Abu Dhabi. However this match will be played behind closed doors and fans will not be allowed to access the stadium. The match will kickoff off at 8pm.
Uganda vs Ivory Coast
However the organisers of the two friendlies have cleared the fans to watch their heroes when Uganda Cranes takes on Ivory Coast on 15th June 2019. The venue, Charges and kick off time are yet to be communicated by the organsiers.
Saturday training
Training at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi Cricket Sports Complex continued in the morning under the guidance of the head coach and his assistant.
‘We must put value to every moment we spend here in Abu Dhabi. The intensity of the training is picking up and that calls for high levels of total discipline. We must prepare very well for the tournament and that is why we have organized two friendlies for the team on 9th and 15th June against very good teams’ said Sebastien.
The players will return to training later today to complete the double sessions planned by the technical team. The team will have a day off tomorrow but two more players Kizito Luwagga and Salim Jamal will join camp later on Sunday while Lumala Abdu and Alexis Bakka will fly in on Monday 3rd June.
Warm up session
Stadium visit- New York University Stadium in Abu Dhabi
The Head coach Sebastien Desabre, his assistant Matia Lule and Team coordinator Crispus Muyinda visited the stadium that will host the friendly match on 9th June between Uganda and Turkmenistan. It is a natural grass pitch and the coach is impressed with the state in which it is being managed.
L-R Uganda Cranes coach Sebastien Desabre, his assistant Matia Lule and Team Coordinator Crispus Muyinda at the New York University Stadium in Abu Dhabi.The Stadium to host Uganda vs Turkmenistan on 9th June in Abu Dhabi
MAIN PHOTO: Isaac Muleme, Khalid Aucho and Bevis Mugabi at the training ground on Saturday in Abu Dhabi
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Uganda Cranes is set to battle Lesotho in the first quarter final in the 2019 COSAFA Tournament on Saturday afternoon at the Princess Magogo Stadium in Durban, South Africa.
The head coach in charge of the team Abdallah Mubiru has released the starting eleven led by experienced captain Isaac Isinde.
Charles Lukwago starts in the goal posts. Paul Willa, Mustafa Kizza, Isaac Isinde and John Revita are all in the defensive department.
Nicholas Kasozi, Michael Birungo, Muzamiru Mutyaba and Shafik Kagimu are in a compacted midfield with two forwards in Juma Balinya and Daniel Isiagi.
The game kicks off at 4:00 PM and it will be relied live on 102.1 FUFA f.m, the Football Radio.
Uganda Cranes XI:
Charles Lukwago (G.K), Paul Willa, Mustafa Kizza, Isaac Isinde (Captain), John Revita, Nicholas Kasozi, Michael Birungi, Muzamiru Mutyaba, Shafik Kuchi Kagimu, Juma Balinya, Daniel Isiagi
Subs: James Alitho (G.K), Nelson Senkatuka, Daniel Muzeyi Sserunkuma, Musitafa Mujjuzi, Paul Mucureezi, Paul Mbowa, Bright Anukani, Hassan Musana, Allan Kayiwa
Education has no limit. Sharing football knowledge is key to the development of the game.
FUFA on Friday convened with the StarTimes Uganda Premier League Clubs administrators who include the owners, chairpersons, CEOs and the UPL board in a workshop at Silver Springs Hotel, Bugolobi.
FUFA President Eng. Moses Magog during the workshop
Hon. Florence Nakiwala Kiyinji was the Guest of Honor. While making a keynote speech before officially declaring the workshop open, she noted how humbled she was to grace the workshop and congratulated the newly promoted clubs to the Uganda Premier League
‘Am humbled and privileged to be invited as the Guest of Honour on such an occasion, I welcome the three clubs that were promoted to UPL and hope we all benefit from this workshop for the two days it will prevail’ she noted
She also Commended on the support by the government towards football
I would like to thank the Gov’t for supporting sports and football in particular. With combined efforts with other sports disciplines, I believe the gov’t can even increase its funding towards sports.
Hon. Florenece Nakiwala Kiyinji while addressing club administrators at Silver Springs Hotel
While facilitating the workshop, the FUFA President highlighted on Club Management which focused on the difference between an amateur football club, a professional football club, the difference between the two, the state at which Uganda premier league clubs are and what needs to be done to shift from amateur football to professional football among others.
FUFA President Eng. Moses Magog during the workshop discussing Club Management
Among the issues discussed included; how to improve on the value of the game in Uganda in terms of, structure, finance, medical, facilities, the first team, the youths, marketing and sales promotion, the fans, club communication, and events.
Some of the club administrators during the group discussion
The participants had group discussions on how best clubs can generate finances through various avenues which included and not limited to;
Sale of players
Sale of right to access – Gate collections
Sponsorship
Pitch boards
Hospitality
Merchandising
Player endorsements
Fines
Digital
Prize money
Partnership
Membership
Participants pay attention during the workshopA moment of laughter during group discussionsExpress FC CEO Hamuza Junju (L) spearheading a discussion during the workshop.Club administrators expound on a point during the workshopVipers SC, BUL FC and Kirinya JSSS CEOs share a moment during discussions.FUFA Second Vice President Darius Mugoye (L) leads a discussionKCCA FC and Vipers SC adminstratorsshare a moment at the workshopUPL Board chairman Arinaitwe Rugyendo, FUFA Executive Committee member Hamid Juma and UPL CEO Bernard Bainamani share a moment during a tea break
KCCA FC Chairman Ashaba Aggrey elaborated on roles of a club in football development.
The UPL Club Administration and Leadership Workshop is set to run for two days – Friday 31 May 2019 to Saturday 1 June 2019.
