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  • The FUFA Drum: West Nile, Bukedi secure away wins

    The FUFA Drum: West Nile, Bukedi secure away wins

    The FUFA Drum:

    Sunday 14th April 2019

    Rwenzori Province 0-0 Busoga Province

    Karamoja Province 0-1 West Nile Province

    Teso Province 0-0 Bugisu Province

    Kigezi Province 1-2 Bukedi Province

    Last season runners-up West Nile Province bounced back while  semifinalists Bukedi Province secured their second successive win in The FUFA Drum tournament on Sunday.

    Uganda Christian University player Brian Ade came off the bench to score a lone strike in the 83rd minute. The match ended 1-0 in Kotido.

    URA FC goalkeeper Alionzi Nafian was named Man of the Match.

    Kigezi Province striker Micheal  Birungi (L) and Bukedi forward Timothy Owori (R) in action.

    In Kabale, Timothy Owori and David Owori were on target for Bukedi to hand the visitors a 2-1 win. Dickson Niwamanya scored the consolation for Kigezi.

    Bukedi Province players celebrating David Owori’s goal against Kigezi

    Bukedi and URA FC player Ronald Musana took the Man of the Match accolade plus the prize money.

    Kabale District LC. 5 chairman Patrick Besigye Keihwa handing over Man of the Match accolade to Bukedi province player Ronald Musana

    In the other games, despite creating several chances, Busoga Vs Rwenzori match ended  goalless at Nyahuka playground in Bundibugyo .

    Rwenzori goalkeeper Onyango Kwizera Isaac went home with the Man of the Match award and prize money.

    Rwenzori Province coach Prichard Stephen getting ready for Busoga in Bundibugyo

    Similarly, the game between Teso and Bugisu produced no goals.

    Bugisu and CRO FC star Steven Mukamba was named Man of the Match.

    Fans enjoying the game between Rwenzori and Busoga in Bundibugyo

     

     

  • AFCON U17 Finals: FUFA President visits Cubs camp, Kwesi names Starting XI to face Angola

    AFCON U17 Finals: FUFA President visits Cubs camp, Kwesi names Starting XI to face Angola

    CAF U17 AFCON – Dar es Salaam, Tanzania (14th-28th April 2019)

    Angola vs Uganda (Sunday 14th April 2019) – KO 7 PM

    Uganda vs Tanzania (Wednesday 17th April 2019)

    Nigeria vs Uganda (Saturday 20th April 2019)

    • Group A: Tanzania, Angola, Nigeria, and Uganda
    • Group B: Guinea, Cameroon, Senegal, and Morocco 

    Uganda U17 National team (Cubs) head coach Paa Samuel Kwesi Fabin has released his team’s starting XI, for the CAF Total U17 AFCON opening fixture against Angola due tonight at National Stadium, Dar es Salaam.

    He maintained the squad that featured in a 4 all draw against Gor Mahia U20 in the second practice match played at Camp Toyoyo Jericho, Nairobi.

    Cubs during their final training at National Stadium, Dar es Salaam

    However, goalkeeper Oyo Delton who was part of the qualifications for the final tournament won’t be featuring after getting injured while conducting the final training on Saturday night.

    FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo also made a courtesy visit to the camp and had a team talk with the boys plus the technical staff

    FUFA President while in Camp at Peacock hotel Dar es Salaam

    Starting XI

    Komaketch Jack (Goal Keeper), Opiro Justine, Ibrahim Juma, Kasozi Samson and Kizito Gavin Mugweri (Captain), Sekajja Davis, Asaba Ivan, Kawooya Andrew, Idi Abdul Wahid, Mugisha Rogers and Yiga Najib.

    Substitutes: Mubiru Patrick (Bright Stars FC), Kevin Ssekimbegga (Express FC), Opira Innocent (Ndejje University), Kakaire Thomas (Bright Stars FC), Mwaka Polycarp (Ndejje University FC), Opaala Edrine Mukisa (Kirinya Jinja SS FC), John Kokas Alou (URA FC), Jarieko James (Paidha Black Angels FC), Mugulusi Isma (Kirinya Jinja SS FC)

    Main Photo: L-R; Ibrahim Juma, Kawooya Andrew, Mugisha Rogers, Idi Abdulwahid, Opira Justine, and Asaba Ivan celebrate the forth goal against Gor Mahia U(20) at Camp Toyoyo

  • AFCON U17 Finals: Uganda ready for opener against Angola

    AFCON U17 Finals: Uganda ready for opener against Angola

    CAF U17 AFCON – Dar es Salaam, Tanzania (14th-28th April 2019)

    Angola vs Uganda (Sunday 14th April 2019)

    Uganda vs Tanzania (Wednesday 17th April 2019)

    Nigeria vs Uganda (Saturday 20th April 2019)

    Group A: Tanzania, Angola, Nigeria, and Uganda

    Group B: Guinea, Cameroon, Senegal, and Morocco 

    Uganda U17 National team (Cubs) conducted the final training under floodlights ahead of their opening fixture against Angola at the  CAF Total U17 tournament in Dar es Salaam.

    On arrival, the team underwent the mandatory MRI tests and the coach will be spoilt for choice as all 21 players passed the exercise conducted by CAF Medical team.

    Kawooya Andrew aims to shoot the ball while head coach Fabin Kwesi looks on during training at National Stadium on Saturday in Dar es Salaam

    While addressing the media at the official pre-match press conference, Kwesi noted how ready his side is to take on the challenge against Angola.

    ‘We have critically analysed the Angola side. We have identified their strong and weak areas. We know what they are made of’ noted Kwesi

    ‘We don’t have stars but a team. We are going to use the strength of our team’ Kwesi added.

    Head CaachPaa Samuel Kwesi addresses the media during the pre-match press conference

    Kwesi also commended the quality of the league from which the youngsters are selected.

    ‘It is a wonderful thing that is happening in Uganda. We have the U17 league and before you qualify you have to pass the MRI test to play in that league and it has given us an advantage while selecting players’ Kwesi added

    The team captain Kizito Garvin Mugweri who led his side to the regional championship last year to book a place in the final tourney opened up on how prepared they are for the opener.

    ‘We are prepared technically, mentally and physically. We have a mission to accomplish that we embarked on last year here in Dar es Salaam. In tomorow’s game we are coming for maximum points’ Kizito noted

    ‘I feel so proud and want to thank our fans here in Dar es Salaam. We won’t let you down, we shall work hard as a team to get good results’ Kizito added

    Team Captain Kizito Gavin Mugweri while addressing the media

    Uganda plays against Angola in the opening fixture before playing hosts (Tanzania) and Nigeria respectively in group A.

    The top two teams in each of the two groups in the tournament will qualify automatically for the U17 FIFA World Cup in Brazil.

    Team officials:

    Ariga Rasoul – Leader of Delegation

    Paa Samuel Kwesi Fabin – Head Coach

    Magera Jackson – 1st Assistant coach

    Hamuza Lutalo – 2nd Assistant coach

    Mubarak Kiberu – Goalkeeper coach

    Osei-Owusu Derrick – Physical fitness coach

    Emmanuel Nakabago – Team Doctor

    Bashir Mutyaba – Team Coordinator

    Omaria Bosco – Team Media Officer

    Bumpenje Frank – Kit Manager

    MAIN PHOTO:  Players and officials in a prayer session after their last training on Saturday at National Stadium, Dar es Salaam – Tanzania

     

     

  • The FUFA Drum: Acholi maintains perfect start to new season with away win over Bunyoro

    The FUFA Drum: Acholi maintains perfect start to new season with away win over Bunyoro

    The FUFA Drum

    Saturday 13th April 2019

    Tooro Province 2-0 Kampala Province

    Sebei Province 1-2 Buganda Province

    Lango Province 3-0 Ankole Province

    Bunyoro Province 1-2 Acholi Province

    Sunday 14th April 2019

    Rwenzori Vs Busoga

    Venue: Nyahuka playground, Bundibudgo

    Karamoja Vs West Nile

    Venue: St Daniel Comboni Primary School, Kotido

    Teso Vs Bugisu

    Venue: Soroti Sports Ground, Soroti

    Kigezi Vs Bukedi

    Venue: Kabale Municipal, Kabale

    Acholi Province forward Alfred Onek (L) closing up Bunyoro Province defender Dudu Ramathan 

    The FUFA Drum returned with four matches of the 8 fixtures on  Match Day 2 played on Saturday across the country.  Four more matches will be played on Sunday. Eleven (11) goals were scored in the four matches played on Saturday.

    Lango province registered the most vibrant victory with a three goals margin against Ankole in Lira. KCCA FC defender Timothy Awany, Amuka Bright Stars FC duo Omedi Denish and Moses Aliro were on target for Lango.

    Awany was named Man of the Match and received the prize money of 100,000/= plus an accolade from FUFA.

    Lango Province midfielder Allan Okello in Action against Ankole

    In Hoima, the host Bunyoro bowed down to Acholi in a 2-1 loss at Kigaya Primary School playground. Vipers SC forward Tito Okello scored a brace for the visitors while Jasper Aheebwa of Mbarara City had the consolation for Bunyoro.

    Vipers SC and Acholi goalkeeper Derrick Ochan was named Man of the Match.

    Vipers SC and Acholi goalkeeper Derrick Ochan receiving MoM accolade from The FUFA Drum chairman Rogers Byamukama

    Kampala Province lost their second consecutive game in Group A after falling to Tooro Province in a convincing 2-0 loss. Ndejje University FC player Anwar Mustapher scored both goals for Tooro.

    Anwar Mustapher was awarded Man of the Match accolade and cash.

    Tooro Province defender Benjamin Nyakojo (green) trying to defend his side during the match against Kampala Province

    Cup holders Buganda edged Sebei 2-1 away in Kapchorwa. Robert Sentongo registered a brace that started with a penalty in the first half.

    Bukwo Heroes FC player Denis Cherwoto scored for the home side.

    Action between Sebei (orange) and Buganda (blue)

    Sebei and Admin FC player Isaac Doka Mweru managed was Man of the Match for the second time this season.

    Matchday 2 action continues on Sunday with four other fixtures.

    Rwenzori Vs Busoga in Bundibugyo

    Karamoja Vs West Nile in Kotido

    Teso Vs Bugisu in Soroti

    Kigezi Vs Bukedi in Kabale

    Referee Howard Orombi talking to Buganda province captain Dan Birikwaira

    MAIN PHOTO: Kampala Province midfielder Allan Kyambadde (yellow) battling for the ball with Tooro Province defender Benjamin Nyakojo (green)

     

     

     

     

  • Total AFCON 2019 Finals-Egypt: Uganda Cranes in group A

    Total AFCON 2019 Finals-Egypt: Uganda Cranes in group A

    TOTAL AFCON 2019 FINALS

    Groups:

    • A:  Egypt, DR Congo, Uganda, Zimbabwe
    • B:  Nigeria, Guinea, Madagascar, Burundi
    • C: Senegal, Algeria, Kenya, Tanzania
    • D: Morocco, Cote D’Voire, South Africa, Namibia
    • E: Tunisia, Mali, Mauritania, Angola
    • F: Cameroon, Ghana, Benin, Guinea Bissau
    The 6 groups of four teams each

    Uganda will play at the TOTAL AFCON 2019 finals, for the 7th title since the tournament inception in 1957.

    The CECAFA giants were grouped in group A along with the hosts Egypt, neighbors DR Congo and Zimbabwe.

    The draw was held in Giza, Egypt on Friday night, attended by the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo, Third Vice president Hon. Florence Nakiwala Kiyingi,  Uganda Cranes head coach Sebastien Desabre and national teams’ officer Patrick Ntege.

    L-R: Uganda Cranes head coach Sebastien Desabre, Hon. Florence Nakiwala and National teams’ officer Patrick Ntege during the draws
    FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo with the Uganda Cranes head coach Sebastien Desabre in Cairo moments before the draws

    The other groups are;  Nigeria, Guinea, Madagascar, Burundi (group B), Senegal, Algeria, Kenya, Tanzania (group C), Morocco, Cote D’Voire, South Africa, Namibia (group D), Tunisia, Mali, Mauritania, Angola (group E) and Cameroon, Ghana, Benin, Guinea Bissau (group F).

    The tournament kicks off on 19th June and wind up a month later, on 19th July 2019.

  • The FUFA Drum: Match-day 2 referees confirmed

    The FUFA Drum: Match-day 2 referees confirmed

    The FUFA Drum:

    Match Day 2 Fixtures:

    • Bunyoro Vs Acholi – Kiyaga Primary School playground, Hoima
    • Tooro Vs Kampala – St Paul’s National Seminary -Kabarole
    • Lango Vs Ankole – UTC -Lira
    • Sebei Vs Buganda – Kiprotich playground, Kapchorwa

    Sunday 14 April 2019

    • Rwenzori Vs Busoga – Nyahuka playground, Bundibudgo
    • Karamoja Vs West Nile – St Daniel Comboni Primary School, Kotido
    • Teso Vs Bugisu – Soroti Sports Ground, Soroti
    • Kigezi Vs Bukedi – Kabale Municipal, Kabale

    Appointments for referees for The FUFA Drum Match Day 2 have been released on Thursday 11th April.

    The list has 48 match officials involving 8 Center referees and 16 assistant referees, 8 fourth officials, 8 referee assessors, and 8 match commissioners.

    The appointed officials will be in charge of the weekend fixtures. 4 games to be played on Saturday 13th April while the other 4 other games on Sunday 14th April.

    Appointments:

    Bunyoro Vs Acholi

    Saturday13th April 2019

    Kigaya Primary School-Hoima

    • Center Referee: Nasser Mohammed
    • Assistant Referee 1: Lusambya Solomon
    • Assistant Referee 2: Semuga James
    • Fourth Official: Bakisula Ali
    • Referee Assessor: Kubingi Margaret
    • Match Commissioner: Kalema Ronnie

     

    Tooro Vs Kampala

    Saturday13th April 2019

    St. Paul’s National Seminary-Kabarole

    • Center Referee: Olemu George
    • Assistant Referee 1: Mukisa Umar
    • Assistant Referee 2: Kakembo Ahmed
    • Fourth Official: Waiswa Muzamiru
    • Referee Assessor: Sewaya Miti
    • Match Commissioner: Lajan Livingstone

    Lango Vs Ankole

    Saturday13th April 2019

    UTC Grounds-Lira

    • Center Referee: Byaruhanga Henry
    • Assistant Referee 1: Friday Noor
    • Assistant Referee 2: Nyange Shakira
    • Fourth Official: Nyangoma Hawa
    • Referee Assessor: Rose Rwamuyamba
    • Match Commissioner: Tumwesigye Anthony

    Sebei Vs Buganda

    Saturday13th April 2019

    Kiproitich Stadium-Kapchorwa

    • Center Referee: Howard M Orombi
    • Assistant Referee 1: Yoacel Nickson
    • Assistant Referee 2: Kyeyune Micheal
    • Fourth Official: Ijaga Muzamiru
    • Referee Assessor: Kityo Ssozi Asuman
    • Match Commissioner: Musindi Brian

    Rwenzori Vs Busoga

    Sunday 14th April 2019

    Nyakuha Ground-Bundibugyo

    • Center Referee: Turyamureba Paul
    • Assistant Referee 1: Noor Hassan
    • Assistant Referee 2: Atuhaire Docus
    • Fourth Official: Kanarutokye Moses
    • Referee Assessor: Nsubuga Fisal
    • Match Commissioner: Owek. Nkalubo Florence

    Karamoja Vs West Nile

    Sunday 14th April 2019

    St. Daniel Comboni-Kotido

    • Center Referee: Mpyangu Siraji
    • Assistant Referee 1: Makwali Robert
    • Assistant Referee 2: Muyaga Khalid
    • Fourth Official: Sajjabi Geofrey
    • Referee Assessor: Buyinza Magidu
    • Match Commissioner: Kalungi Edward

    Teso Vs Bugisu

    Sunday 14th April 2019

    Soroti Sports Ground- Soroti

    • Center Referee: Omara Paul
    • Assistant Referee 1: Obua Tobby
    • Assistant Referee 2: Komakech Robert
    • Fourth Official: Ogwal Boniface
    • Referee Assessor: Kabali Charles Grace
    • Match Commissioner: Kiiza Decolas

    Kigezi Vs Bukedi

    Sunday 14th April 2019

    Kabale Municipal Stadium

    • Center Referee: Bakasambe Rajab
    • Assistant Referee 1: Lulenzi Shafiq
    • Assistant Referee 2: Zziwa Charles
    • Fourth Official: Kimera Rashid
    • Referee Assessor: Kanakulya Khalifan
    • Match Commissioner: Mutabazi Deo

     

    MAIN PHOTO: Match Officials that officiated Match Day 1 game between Ankole and Sebei in Ntungamo

     

  • Total AFCON 2019 Finals: Uganda drawn with hosts Egypt

    Total AFCON 2019 Finals: Uganda drawn with hosts Egypt

    TOTAL AFCON 2019:

    Group A

    Egypt, DR Congo, Uganda, and Zimbabwe

     

    The Draws for the Group stages of 2019 Total African Cup of Nations Finals were conducted on Friday night at the historic Pyramids in Egypt.

    Uganda Cranes was drawn in Group A alongside the hosts Egypt, DR Congo, and Zimbabwe.

    According to the fixtures, Uganda will play the first match on 22nd June against DR Congo.

    The second game will be against Zimbabwe on 26th June while the last group match is scheduled on 30th June with Egypt. All Uganda’s group stage matches will be played at Cairo International Stadium.

    ‘We now know all the teams in our group. We are going to play two strong teams DR Congo and Egypt. I think it’s a good opportunity for us to participate with good teams and we shall give it all for good results’ said Uganda Cranes head coach Sebastien Desabre

    Uganda was also drawn with Egypt in the previous AFCON finals in Gabon.

    FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo attended the function as he is a CAF Executive Member together with the FUFA 3rd Vice President Hon. Florence Nakiwala Kiyingi and National Teams Manager Patrick Ntege. Uganda Cranes coach Sebastien Desabre was also at the draw.

     

  • Total AFCON 2019 Finals-Egypt: CAF releases draw Procedure, Uganda in Pot 3

    Total AFCON 2019 Finals-Egypt: CAF releases draw Procedure, Uganda in Pot 3

    The CAF Executive Committee at its meeting on Thursday, 11 April 2019, in Cairo, Egypt approved the draw procedure for the final tournament of the Total Africa Cup of Nations Egypt 2019. The procedure was proposed by the Organising Committee for the Africa Cup of Nations at its meeting 24-hours earlier.

    Draw Procedure finalised, Pots revealed

    The pots and seedings of the 24 qualified teams were decided based on the latest FIFA World rankings (released 4th April 2019), which is globally accepted and portrays a true reflection of the state of the qualified teams.

     

    According to the Article 73.1 of the regulations of the competition; – The organizing country (Egypt) shall be the head of group A. – The holder of the trophy (Cameroon) will be the head of one of the five other groups in addition to 4 other head of groups determined in accordance to the ranking.

    Procedures of the draw:

    The following 4 pots will be on stage:

    Pot 4: Containing the 6 teams of level IV

    Pot 3: Containing the 6 teams of level III

    Pot 2: Containing the 6 teams of level II

    Pot 1: Containing the 5 teams of level I (Host country is in position A1)

    Step 1:

    Pot 4: The 6 less seeded teams of level IV will be in pot 4

    The first ball drawn will go directly to group A; in position A4.

    The second ball drawn will go directly to group B; in position B4

    The third ball drawn will go directly to group C; in position C4

    The fourth ball drawn will go directly to group D; in position D4

    The fifth ball drawn will go directly to group E; in position E4

    The sixth ball drawn will go directly to group F; in position F4

    Step 2:

    Pot 3: The 6 teams of level III will be in pot 3

    The first ball drawn will go directly to group A; in position A3.

    The second ball drawn will go directly to group B; in position B3

    The third ball drawn will go directly to group C; in position C3

    The fourth ball drawn will go directly to group D; in position D3

    The fifth ball drawn will go directly to group E; in position E3

    The sixth ball drawn will go directly to group F; in position F3

    Step 3:

    Pot 2: The 6 teams of level II will be in pot 2

    The first ball drawn will go directly to group A; in position A2.

    The second ball drawn will go directly to group B; in position B2

    The third ball drawn will go directly to group C; in position C2

    The fourth ball drawn will go directly to group D; in position D2

    The fifth ball drawn will go directly to group E; in position E2

    The sixth ball drawn will go directly to group F; in position F2

    Step 4:

    Pot 1: The Host team is already in position A1; the holder of the title and the other 4 teams of level I will be in pot 1

    The first ball drawn will go directly to group B; in position B1.

    The second ball drawn will go directly to group C; in position C1 o

    The third ball drawn will go directly to group D; in position D1

    The fourth ball drawn will go directly to group E; in position E1

    The fifth ball drawn will go directly to group F; in position F1

    Source: www.cafonline.com 

    MAIN PHOTO: Uganda Cranes team that played against Cape Verde in 2019 Group L AFCON Qualifiers at Namboole on 17th November 2018

     

     

  • FUFA Corporate Tournament: Preparations in high gear, 21 teams so far confirmed

    FUFA Corporate Tournament: Preparations in high gear, 21 teams so far confirmed

    For the fifth year running, the FUFA Corporate Tournament will return this time round bigger and better.

    Preparations for the 2019 edition are already in high gear with several teams/ organizations or companies already confirming participation.

    Running under the theme line ‘Fun, networking and soccer,’ the main objective of the annual tournament is bringing together various companies in one place.

    According to FUFA Marketing director, Esther Musoke, the past four editions have yielded dividends in terms of helping the various companies put out their brands.

    “Whereas it is a chance for people to play soccer and have fun, the most important aspect is that many companies converge in one place and have their brands known.” She said before adding, “This tournament is a signature brand aimed to draw the corporate world for opportunities to make an impact in Ugandan football.”

    Teams confirmed so far

    21 teams have so far registered and confirmed their participation in the 2019 FUFA Corporate Tournament.

    These include; Uganda Cranes main sponsors Airtel, Ecobank, BIDCO, Nile Special, National Insurance Corporation (NIC) and Bet Lion.

    The others include; Diamond Trust Bank, National Water and Sewerage Corporation, Sanyuka TV, FUFA FM, Uganda Premier League secretariat, AALS, UMEME, Red Pepper, Roke Telecom, SOGEA, Post Bank, Sadolin Paints and Kyagalanyi Coffee Limited.

    Registration

    Registration to take part in the 2019 FUFA Corporate Tournament is still open up to 15th April at a cost of two million shillings only.

    The winner will walk away with a trophy and cash prize of three million shillings.

    Red Peppper Publications are the defending champions. They defeated SSL Logistics at Kampala International Schools Uganda (KISU) last year.

    Teams confirmed

    Civil Aviation Authority

    Ecobank

    BIDCO

    Nile Special

    Diamond Trust Bank

    National Water and Sewerage Corporation

    KISU

    Sanyuka TV

    FUFA FM 102.1

    Uganda Premier League Secreatariat

    Airtel

    National Insurance Corporation

    AALS

    Bet Lion

    Rock Telecom

    SOGEA

    Post Bank

    Sadolin Paints

    MAIN PHOTO:  Red Pepper- Winners of the 2018 FUFA Corporate Tournament

  • The FUFA Drum 2019: Official team jerseys handed over ahead of explosive Match Day 2

    The FUFA Drum 2019: Official team jerseys handed over ahead of explosive Match Day 2

    FUFA Drum – Match Day 2 Fixtures (All Matches Kick off at 4 PM)

    Saturday 13 April 2019

    • Bunyoro Vs Acholi – Kiyaga Primary School play ground, Hoima
    • Tooro Vs Kampala – St Paul’s National Seminary -Kabarole
    • Lango Vs Ankole – UTC -Lira
    • Sebei Vs Buganda – Kiprotich play ground, Kapchorwa

    Sunday 14 April 2019

    • Rwenzori Vs Busoga – Nyahuka play ground, Bundibudgo
    • Karamoja Vs West Nile – St Daniel Comboni Primary School, Kotido
    • Teso Vs Bugisu – Soroti Sports Ground, Soroti
    • Kigezi Vs Bukedi – Kabale Municipal, Kabale

    Match day two of the 2019 FUFA Drum competition will be held this coming weekend on Saturday, 13th April and the subsequent day.

    The respective teams are roaring and eager for action following the opening weekend, a fort night ago.

    As match day two kicks off, all the teams have received two sets of jerseys that will be used this very season.

    This is an improvement from last season, where every province got only one pair of uniforms.

    On Wednesday, during the weekly press conference at FUFA House in Mengo, the jerseys were officially launched and displayed before the media by the FUFA Drum local organizing committee chairperson, Rogers Byamukama.

    ‘There are two sets each for the 16 provinces in the FUFA Drum tournament. We are set for the match day two this weekend and the tournament is getting competitive by the day. Unlike last season, the gap between the teams has been narrowed down and this was proved during match day one where teams as Bunyoro picked a win away over West Nile in Zombo, Kampala lost to Rwenzori and Karamoja fell to Acholi away in Gulu’ Rogers Byamukama disclosed.

    Lango Province striker Wanock Petit (L) battling with Buganda Province defender Enock Walusimbi in the opening match of The FUFA Drum. Both teams were in new sets of jerseys provided by FUFA.

    Byamukama continued to applaud the great job done by the respective cultural leaders, team committees, sponsors and the media in promoting the tournament.

    On Saturday 13 April 2019, there will be four games.

    Bunyoro will take on Acholi at the Kiyaga Primary School play ground, in Hoima.

    Tooro hosts a wounded Kampala side at the  St Paul’s National Seminary in Kabarole district.

    Lango, who lost their opening game to Buganda in Mukono faces Ankole at UTC play ground in Lira.

    Meanwhile, Sebei will play host to Buganda at the high altitude Kiprotich play ground in Kapchorwa.

    The other four games will come on Sunday 14 April 2019.

    Rwenzori entertains Busoga at the Nyahuka play ground, Bundibudgo, Karamoja hosts West Nile in Kotido

    Bugisu vists Teso at the Soroti Sports Ground as Kigezi will be home to Bukedi at Kabale Municipal, Kabale.

    Team managers have been advised to submit their respective match day squads to FUFA within 48 hours from kick off for planning purposes.

    The FUFA Drum tournament is embedded along the theme, ‘Celebrating our Ancestry’.

    MAIN PHOTO: FUFA Drum organizing committee chairperson Rogers Byamukama (right) hands over a kit to Bukedi Province head coach Charles Namakola at FUFA House, Mengo in Kampala

  • FUFA Monthly Newsletter-March 2019

    FUFA Monthly Newsletter-March 2019

    We are back with the FUFA Monthly Newsletter- March 2019

    It was an action-packed month that also saw the Uganda National Junior team (Under 17-The Cubs ) travel to Europe for a training camp before they returned home for yet another camp in Nairobi, Kenya all with the aim of preparing for the Total AFCON U-17 Finals.

    The FUFA Newsletter brings you highlights of events held in March as per the FUFA calendar.

    Click FUFA News Letter March 2019 

     

    It is Our Game, It is Our Country.

  • Stanbic Uganda Cup 2019: Semi-finals draws held at FUFA House

    Stanbic Uganda Cup 2019: Semi-finals draws held at FUFA House

    Stanbic Uganda Cup 2019:

    Semi-finals:

    • Kyetume Vs Proline – Nakisunga Ssaza Play ground
    • Bright Stars Vs Express– Champions Stadium, Mwerewe

    Semi-finals (1st Leg): 24th – 28th April

    Semi-finals (2nd Leg): 5th – 9th May

    Finals: 25th May – At Masaka Recreational Ground

    The Stanbic Uganda Cup semi-final draws were successfully held on Wednesday, 10 April 2019 at FUFA House in Mengo, Kampala.

    Kyetume will host Proline at Nakisunga Ssaza play ground in the first leg.

    The second leg shall be between Bright Stars and Express at the Champions Stadium, Mwererwe.

    Charles Namakola-winner of the Uganda Cup in 1976 with Gangama FC.
    Sam Timbe-Winner of the Uganda Cup in 1981 with Coffee FC.

    The draws were conducted by two legends of the game, Charles Namakola and Sam Timbe, both winners of this prestigious tournament.

    The first leg will take place between April 24th and 28th with the return legs expected to be played between May 4th and 9th 2019.

    Proline head coach Shafik Bisaso  and Kyetume CEO Henry Kayondo were also present to witness the draw first hand.

    ‘The draw is fair. Like the rules suggest, the winner with most goals will progress to the finals. We shall give our best over the two legs‘ Bisaso told the media.

    FUFA Competitions Director Hajjati Aisha Nalule clarifies on the rules

    FUFA Competitions Director Aisha Nalule further clarified about the rules of this tournament.

    Article 24 (Fifth Round – Semi-finals)

    1 – Shall comprise of 4 teams qualified from the fourth round

    2 – This round shall be played over two legs played on home and away basis

    3 – FUFA shall draw lots to generate fixtures for the fifth round.

    4 – The team with more goals at the end of the return leg match shall be the winner of the match

    5 – If teams are tying by goals at the end of the return leg match, the away goals rule shall apply

    6 – If teams are still tying under Article 24 (5), spot kick shall be applied to determine the winner

    Meanwhile, the FUFA Events manager Leila Nankya further urged the public to donate clothes and other items as part of the Social Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) cause attached to the Stanbic Uganda Cup.

    Leila Nankya, FUFA Events Manager

    ‘We have been having such an arrangement where people donate clothes and other items to charity and we shall donate them to an identified project. The campaign is for two months and so far, we have covered one month. I call upon more people to donate clothes. The collection center is at FUFA House’ Nankya called.

    The venue for final of this year’s Stanbic Uganda Cup has been confirmed as Masaka Recreational Stadium, hosted by Buganda Region.

    MAIN PHOTO: Uganda football legends Charles Namakhola and Sam Timbe holding the Stanbic Uganda cup. Both are former winners of the prestigious cup. 

  • AFCON U17 Finals: Uganda Cubs off to Dar es Salaam

    AFCON U17 Finals: Uganda Cubs off to Dar es Salaam

    CAF U17 AFCON – Dar es Salaam, Tanzania (14th-28th April 2019)

    Angola vs Uganda (Sunday 14th April 2019)

    Uganda vs Tanzania (Wednesday 17th April 2019)

    Nigeria vs Uganda (Saturday 20th April 2019)

    Group A: Tanzania, Angola, Nigeria, and Uganda

    Group B: Guinea, Cameroon, Senegal, and Morocco 

    Uganda U17 National Team flew to Dar es Salaam this morning for the Total CAF U17 final tournament to take place from 14th-28th April in Tanzania.

    This was after a successful 10 day training camp in Kenya (1st-10th April) meant for acclimatization to the high temperatures of Dar es Salaam where two practice matches were played in Nairobi with Kenya U18 (0-0) and Gor Mahia FC U20 (4-4).

    L-R; Ibrahim Juma, Kawooya Andrew, Mugisha Rogers, Idi Abdulwahid, Opira Justine, and Asaba Ivan celebrate their goal against Gor Mahia U(20) at Camp Toyoyo

    A contingent of 31 which comprised of 21 players and 10 officials left Nairobi for Dar es Salaam aboard Kenya Airways.

    The team is expected to carry out a mandatory MRI test on Thursday 11th April before their first fixture against Angola on Sunday.

    Head Coach Paa Samuel Kwesi shared his mind about the two camps in Njeru and Kenya.

    ‘I think they are doing well, fortunately, we have an able assistant who did a good job, therefore, we are just adding onto what has been done already and so far it’s been good’ Paa Samuel Kwesi Fabin noted.

    1st Ass. Magera Jackson Kaddu(L) with Head coach Paa Samuel Kwesi

    While speaking about the away camp, he applauded the boys’ performance.

    ‘It is common knowledge that when you gather children at the U17 level and move them out of their country to another country it gives them enough energy to work hard due to that excitement and since we came in Kenya the boys have performed very well and improved day by day’ he added

    Fitness trainer Derrick Osei Owusu with the youngsters during training at Utalii ground Nairobi, Kenya

    Uganda is in group A with the hosts, Nigeria and Angola

    The top two teams in each of the two groups in the tournament will qualify automatically for the U17 FIFA World Cup that will be held in Brazil.

    Team travelling (21 players and 10 officials )

    Goalkeepers: Oyo Delton (Kirinya Jinja SS FC), Jack Komakech (Ndejje University FC), and Mubiru Patrick (Bright Stars FC)

    Rest of  the Squad: Kevin Ssekimbegga (Express FC), Ibrahim Juma (KCCA FC), Kasozi Samson (Bright Stars FC), Kizito Mugweri Gavin (Vipers SC), Opira Innocent (Ndejje University), Ssekajja Davis (Bright Stars FC), Kakaire Thomas (Bright Stars FC), Iddi Abdul Wahid (Cagliari FC – Italy), Mwaka Polycarp (Ndejje University FC), Opaala Edrine Mukisa (Kirinya Jinja SS FC), John Kokas Alou (URA FC), Jarieko James (Paidha Black Angels FC), Asaba Ivan (Vipers SC), Najib Yiga (Vipers SC), Mugulusi Isma (Kirinya Jinja SS FC), Mugisha Rogers (Mbarara City FC), Opiro Justine(KCCA SA), Kawooya Andrew (Vipers SC)

    Team officials:

    Ariga Rasoul – Leader of Delegation

    Paa Samuel Kwesi Fabin – Head Coach

    Magera Jackson – 1st Assistant coach

    Hamuza Lutalo – 2nd Assistant coach

    Mubarak Kiberu – Goalkeeper coach

    Osei-Owusu Derrick – Physical fitness coach

    Emmanuel Nakabago – Team Doctor

    Bashir Mutyaba – Team Coordinator

    Omaria Bosco – Team Media Officer

    Bumpenje Frank – Kit Manager

    Main Photo:  Players and officials at Sports View hotel, Kasarani where the team had the 10 day camp in Nairobi

  • Stanbic Uganda Cup semi-finalists set for the draws

    Stanbic Uganda Cup semi-finalists set for the draws

    STANBIC Uganda Cup Semifinal Draws

    Wednesday 10th April 2019

    FUFA House, Mengo.

    The Stanbic Uganda Cup semi-final draw will be conducted at FUFA House on Wednesday, 10th April 2019, starting at 10 am.

    Two StarTimes Uganda Premier League clubs Express FC and Bright Stars FC are joined by two StarTimes FUFA Big League sides Kyetume and Proline in the draws.

    Express is the only remaining club in the competition that has ever won this tournament.

    Along with KCCA, Express has also won the tournament for a record 10 times.

    The other three clubs – Proline FC, Kyetume FC, and Bright Stars FC shall be playing the semi-finals for their very first time.

    Stanbic Bank Head of Corporate Banking Ronald Muganzi (R) and Former ExpresS FC player Ashe Mukasa (L) during the Stanbic Uganda Cup quarterfinal draws at FUFA House

    Proline FC eliminated last year’s defending champions Vipers SC 2-1 in the quarterfinals.

    Kyetume FC were ejected by fellow Elgon group StarTimes FUFA Big League side Wakiso Giants 4-3 in post-match penalties after normal time had failed to produce any goal.

    During the last 16 stage, they (Kyetume) had eliminated Kitara 1-0.

    Bright Stars FC out-muscled hard battling Nebbi Central 1-0  in the quarterfinals.

    Earlier, Bright Stars were 5-4 post penalty winners over Bumate United after a one all draw in normal time during the round of 16 contest.

    The semi-final draws will be graced by two former Uganda Cup winners Charles Namakola and Sam Timbe.

    Namakola won the championship with Gangama Football Club in 1976 and Timbe was at Coffee FC as a goalkeeper in 1981.

    The defending champions, KCCA were eliminated by Tooro United at the round of 32 stage.

    Tooro United was subsequently ejected by Wakiso Giants at the round of 16 level.

    Stanbic Bank Uganda is the main tournament sponsor.

    MAIN PHOTO: Coach Sam Timbe a former Uganda Cup winner will take part in the semifinal draws

  • The FUFA Drum 2019: Special statistics but who will score the 200th goal?

    The FUFA Drum 2019: Special statistics but who will score the 200th goal?

    The second edition of the FUFA Drum got underway on 24th March with thrilling action across the different grounds in Uganda.

    From a closely contested encounter between holders Buganda and Lango to Bunyoro and Rwenzori stunning West Nile and Kampala respectively, the start quenched the anxiety of fans and lived up to the billing. More is still expected ahead of this weekend’s much anticipated fixtures.

    Ahead of match day two slated for 13th and 14th April 2019, here are some of the key statistics that you need to know.

     

    19 goals scored on match day one

    A total of 19 goals were scored on the opening match day one in the eight games played. There was at least a goal scored in each of the games played.

    However, this is a decline from the 24 goals that were scored on match day one last year.

    Closer to the 200th goal mark

    Prior to the start of the second edition, 141 goals had been scored in 2018. The addition of 19 goals means the tally has reached 160 goals.

    Century mark goal

    David Owori of Bukedi province scored the 100th goal of the tournament when his team defeated Kampala at StarTimes stadium, Lugogo in 2018. We wait to see who will score the 200th goal. The landmark comes along with cash prize from 102.1 FUFA fm.

    Viane Ssekajugo stamps authority 

    Ssekajugo was influential as Buganda won the inaugural edition scoring four goals in the process and was also named the Most Valuable player of the tournament in 2018.

    He scored the last goal in the first edition and also went ahead to net the first goal of the second edition as Buganda defeated Lango 1-0 at Bishop SS, Mukono.

    Viane Ssekajugo scored the last goal of the FUFA drum in 2018 and was it again with the opener in this year’s edtion when Buganda edged Lango 1-0 in Mukono.

    Improvement for Sebei province

    Last season, Sebei lost all the games in the group and managed to score only two goals.

    However, despite losing to Ankole on match day one in the second edition, there’s evident improvement scoring two goals in one game for the first time.

    Sebei is a much improved team this year. They kicked off the new season scoring two goals-their grand total last season.

     

    Match Day One Results 

    Bukedi 3-1 Teso

    Ankole 3-2 Sebei

    Acholi 2-0 Karamoja

    West Nile 1-2 Bunyoro

    Bugisu 1-0 Kigezi

    Kampala 0-1 Rwenzori

    Buganda 1-0 Lango

    Busoga 1-1 Tooro

    The fixtures for 13th and 14th April 2019

    Saturday 13 April 2019

     

    Bunyoro vs Acholi @4:00PM Kiyaga P/Sch -Hoima

    Tooro vs Kampala @4:00PM St Paul’s National Seminary -Kabarole

    Lango vs Ankole @4:00PM UTC -Lira

    Sebei vs Buganda @4:00PM Kiprotich Kapchorwa

     

    Sunday 14 April 2019

    Rwenzori vs Busoga @4:00PM Nyahuka Grd -Bundibudgo

    Karamoja vs West Nile@4:00PM Booma Ground-Moroto.

    Teso vs Bugisu @4:00PM Soroti Sports Grd – Soroti

    Kigezi vs Bukedi @4:00PM Kabale Municipal -Kabale

     

    MAIN PHOTO: Bukedi’s David Owori receives his 100,000/= from 102.1 FUFA fm Administrator Medy Sengendo for scoring the 100th goal of the FUFA Drum Tournament 

  • Uganda Crested Cranes bow out of Tokyo 2020 Olympics qualifiers

    Uganda Crested Cranes bow out of Tokyo 2020 Olympics qualifiers

    Uganda Crested Cranes 0-1 Ethiopia

    *Ethiopia qualifies 4-2 on aggregate

    Uganda Crested Cranes has fallen 1-0 to Ethiopia during the return leg of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics qualifiers at the Star Times Stadium, Lugogo on Saturday.

    The Crested Cranes had a promising start where forward Fazila Ikwaput and Hassifa Nasuna troubled the visiting team.

    Uganda also hit the cross bar through Ikwaput after a mistake by the Ethiopia goalkeeper.

    Hassifa Nassuna in action

    Loza Abera scored the lone goal on the evening in the 68th minute of the well-attended game also watched by the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo, Executive Committee members, delegates and staff.

    There were changes to the team in the second half.

    Industrious Lillian Mutuuzo was introduced for Resty Nanziri at the very start of the second half.

    Riticia Nabbosa and Sandra Nabweteme were later brought on for Yudaya Nakayenze and Fauzia Najjemba respectively.

    Ethiopia qualified 4-2 on aggregate after their 3-2 victory in the first leg away in Addis Ababa last Wednesday.

    Head coach Faridah Bulega had made four changes from the side which played in the first leg.

    Crested Cranes captain Tracy Jones Akiror (right) in action at Lugogo

    There were starts to striker Hasifa Nasuna, wingers Resty Nanziri, Fausiah Najjemba and Captain Tracy Jones Akiror.

    US based striker Sandra Nabweteme, Lillian Mutuuzo, Phiona Nabbumba and Shamilah Nalujja all who commanded starting slots in the first leg started on the bench in the return leg.

    Ethiopia advances to meet Cameroon to determine who goes through to the games next year.

    Team captains with the match referees before kick off
    Uganda Crested Cranes XI

    Team Line Ups:

    Uganda Crested Cranes XI:

    Ruth Aturo (G.K), Viola Namuddu, Grace Aluka, Aisha Namukisa, Shadia Nankya, Yudaya Nakayenze (65’ Riticia Nabbosa), Resty Nanziri (46’ Lillian Mutuuzo), Tracy Jones Akiror, Fazila Ikwaput, Hassifah Nassuna, Fauzia Najjemba (70’ Sandra Nabweteme)

    Subs Not Used:

    Daisy Nakaziro (G.K), Juliet Nalukenge, Phiona Nabbumba, Shamirah Nalugya, Marion Amangat

    Ethiopia XI vs Uganda Crested Cranes

    Ethiopia XI:

    Abayinesh Beyoro (G.K), Ware Birtuylan Gebrekristo (Captain), Asafaw Bizuayehu Tadese, Kara Meskerem Kanko, Getenet Mekonnen, Denise Senaf Wakuma, Kidane Serkadis Guta, Loza Abera, Buwoli Hiwot Dengiso, Tesfamariam Meselu Abera

    Subs:

    Martha Beyene Bekele, Asefa Almnesh Geremew, Tadesse Aregash Kalsa, Boyzo Senayat Bogale, Helen Eshetu

    Crested Cranes technical bench
  • Road to AFCON U-17 Finals: Eight goal thriller for Uganda Cubs and Gor Mahia

    Road to AFCON U-17 Finals: Eight goal thriller for Uganda Cubs and Gor Mahia

    CAF U17 AFCON – Dar es Salaam, Tanzania (14th-28th April 2019)

    Angola vs Uganda

    Uganda vs Tanzania

    Nigeria vs Uganda 

    • Group A: Tanzania, Angola, Nigeria, and Uganda
    • Group B: Guinea, Cameroon, Senegal, and Morocco 

    Uganda U-17 National team (Cubs) played their second build-up match prior to the long awaited AFCON U-17 finals with Gor Mahia U-20 side on Friday at the Camp Toyoyo grounds in Nairobi

    Cubs forward Mugisha Rogers amidst Gor Mahia U-20 opponents before a corner kick was taken.

    The contest ended four goals apiece with the Ugandan youngsters exhibiting a typical fighting spirit as they recovered a from 4-2 situation at some stage to level matters.

    Andrew Kawooya, Idi Abdulwahid and a brace of penalties from Ibrahim Juma lifted the Uganda Cubs.

    Gor Mahia U-20 opened the scoring business with a stunner but midfielder Andrew Kawooya brought the game level with a decent free-kick just outside the penalty area before halftime.

    L-R; Yiga Najib, Kawooya Andrew and Mugisha Rogers celebrate their equaliser before half time

    Idi Abulwahid shot Uganda ahead before the Kenyan side drew level and further stretchered the lead.

    Moments later, Ibrahim Juma converted from the penalty mark twice to make it 4 all.

    This followed fouls on Idi Abdulwahid and Thomas Kakaire.

    A moment of fair play and solidarity between the Cubs and Gor Mahia after the final whistle

    The Cubs (Uganda 17) will spend 9 days (from 1st-9th April) before heading to Tanzania on 10th April for the U17 AFCON finals

    The final tournament (U17 AFCON) will kick off on 14th and end on 28th April 2019 in Tanzania. Uganda is in group A with the hosts, Nigeria and Angola

    The top two teams in each of the two groups in the tournament will qualify automatically for the U17 FIFA World Cup that will be held in Brazil.

    Cubs starting XI against Gor Mahia U20, Back row L-R; Sekajja Davis, Idi Abdul Wahid, Komaketch Jack, Yiga Najib, Kasozi Samson and Kizito Gavin Mugweri (Captain). Front row L-R; Mugisha Rogers, Opiro Innocent, Kawooya Andrew, Asaba Ivan, and Ibrahim Juma.

    Gor Mahia(U20) XI

    Main Photo: L-R; Ibrahim Juma, Kawooya Andrew, Mugisha Rogers, Idi Abdulwahid, Opira Justine, and Asaba Ivan celebrate the forth goal against Gor Mahia U(20) at Camp Toyoyo

  • Uganda vs Ethiopia: Four changes made as Akiror is back to Captain Crested Cranes

    Uganda vs Ethiopia: Four changes made as Akiror is back to Captain Crested Cranes

    CAF Africa Women’s Tournament Tokyo 2020 Olympics  Games
    Preliminary Round, ReturnLeg

    Saturday 6th April 2019

    StarTimes Stadium, Lugogo at 4pm

    Fees: 5,000/=(Ordinary), 10,000/= (VIP) and 20,000/=(VVIP)

    Uganda vs Ethiopia  (Ethiopia leads 2-3 agg)

    Crested Cranes head coach Faridah Bulega has released her team’s starting XI, for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics qualifier return leg against Ethiopia due this evening at Star Times Lugogo, Kampala.

    Bulega made four changes from her team that lost 3-2 in the first leg away in Addis Ababa on Wednesday, handing starts to striker Hasifa Nasuna, wingers Resty Nanziri, Fausiah Najjemba and Captain Tracy Jones Akiror.

    US based striker Sandra Nabweteme, Lillian Mutuuzo, Phiona Nabbumba and Shamilah Nalujja who started the Addis game, will start on the bench as Burega’s side goes for a do or die game.

    Bulega maintained the central defensive pair of  Aisha Namukisa and Shadia Nankya with their full backs Viola Namuddu (right) and  Grace Aluka (left) while Yudaya Nakayenze will play with Akiror in the central midfield.

    The Crested Cranes need only a 1-0 or 2-1 win to advance but a draw of any score will see them eliminated.

    The winner from the two legs will advance to meet mighty Cameroon to determine who goes through to the games next year.

    Crested Cranes Starting Line-up

    Ruth Aturo, Viola Namuddu, Grace Aluka, Aisha Namukisa, Shadia Nankya, Yudaya Nakayenze, , Resty Nanziri, Tracy Jones Akiror, Fazila Ikwaput, Hasifa Nasuna and Fausiah Najjemba.

    Substitutes

    Daisy Nakaziro, Marion Amangat, Phionah Nabbumba, Shamilah Nalujja, Lilian Mutuuzo, Ritah Nabbosa, Zainah Namuleme, Juliet Nalukenge and Sandra Nabweteme.

    MAIN PHOTO: Crested Cranes captain Tracy Jones Akiror (Green) battles Hasifa Nasuna in a training session at Jinja-Kirinya grounds. Both players have been named  in the starting line up to face Ethiopia at Lugogo.