Uganda National women team Crested Cranes’ was drawn in group C of the forthcoming COSAFA Women Championship in South Africa.
The draw that was conducted on Wednesday evening confirmed Uganda to contest with last year’s runners-up Zimbabwe, Namibia and Swaziland.
Crested Cranes was invited to take part in the Southern Africa Countries Association tournament that is scheduled to start from 12th to 22nd September 2018 in Port Elizabeth.
Africa’s third ranked women footballing Nation Cameroon was also invited as guests and was placed in group B with Zambia, Lesotho and Mozambique.
Meanwhile, Crested Cranes coach Farida Bulega is confident the players have been together for a period and will play for postive results in South Africa.
‘It is a great opportunity to be invited for COSAFA Championship. It is what our young players on the National team need to get experience. Playing against Zimbabwe, South Africa, Cameroon and other Nations in the tournament is what will build our players’ confidence. The squad will be released soon to start preparations for the tournament’ said Crested Cranes coach Bulega.
Last month, Crested Cranes participated in CECAFA Women Championship in Rwanda and finished runners up to Tanzania.
Group A:
South Africa, Botswana, Madagascar, Malawi
Group B:
Zambia, Cameroon, Lesotho, Mozambique
Group C:
Zimbabwe, Swaziland, Namibia, Uganda
MAIN PHOTO: Crested Cranes Team that beat Kenya during the CECAFA Women Challenge Cup in Rwanda this year.
The National U-17 team (Uganda Cubs) successfully returned home from the AFCON U-17 qualifiers CECAFA Zone on Monday, 27th August 2018.
The triumphant side who defeated Ethiopia 3-1 in the final to win the championship and qualify for their first ever AFCON U-17 championship was officially welcomed by the FUFA Vice Presidents Darius Mugoye and Hon. Florence Nakiwala Kiyingi, FUFA Executive Committee members Hamid Juma and Ronnie Kalema, Delegates, FUFA Deputy CEO Humphrey Mandu and other FUFA Staff. The media did their job as well to capture the proceedings.
The Uganda U-17 delegation with some of the FUFA Executive Committee members at Jevine Hotel, Kampala on Monday
The team was later hosted to a welcome luncheon held at Jevine hotel in Rubaga.
At Rubaga, the team was joined by the FUFA Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Edgar Watson who was just in time from the 2018 National Airtel Rising Stars grand finals held at Buhinga stadium in Fort Portal, Mathias Lule (Assistant coach, Uganda Cranes), Denis Lukambi (FUFA Legal officer) and other officials as well.
FUFA 3rd VP Hon. Florence Nakiwala Kiyingi and Ronnnie Kalema were some of the FUFA officials who welcomed the U-17 delegation from Tanzania at Entebbe International Airport. FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo and FUFA 1st VP Justus Mugisha were in Tanzania to attend to CECAFA duties and alos cheer on the boys from the Semifinals stage till the final.
What they said at the Welcome luncheon:
Humphrey Mandu, Deputy Chief Executive Officer:
I welcome everyone to this historic function. I want in a special way to thank the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo and the Executive Committee as well as the entire working team for the day to day planning of the activities at FUFA. I thank the Leader of Delegation Rasoul Ariga and our special guests today (the players and team officials). Thank you for qualifying for the U-17 AFCON 2019 tournament.
L-R: FUFA CEO Edgar Watson, Uganda U17 Leader of Delegation Rasoul Ariga and FUFA VP Justus MugishaFUFA Deputy CEO Humphrey Mandu expertly handled the Master of Ceremony role during the welcome luncheon at Jevine Hotel
Head coach, Peter Onen
I thank the FUFA President, the Vice Presidents, Executive Committee Members, Delegates, FUFA Staff members and my fellow Technical team members. It was a great moment for the recently concluded tournament that we emerged as champions. After a slow start, we believed as the tournament grew and worked hard. We shall keep focused for the future.
Peter Onen, Uganda U-17 head coach
Gavin Kizito Mugweri, team captain:
I thank FUFA especially the President Eng. Moses MAgogo for having given us the chance to participate. I also thank my fellow players. It is not yet over until it is over. We shall not only participate but also win the U-17 AFCON
Gavin Kizito the team captain confidently addresses the media at Entebbe International Airport upon arrival
Leader of Delegation, Rasoul Ariga:
I thank the entire Federation, our working team and the players. We have delivered the results. The focus now switches to the preparations for the AFCON U-17 finals in 2019 that will be hosted by Tanzania
Leader of delegation for the Uganda U-17 contingent in Tanzania, Rasoul AligaL-R: FUFA VP 1 Justus Mugisha, FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo and FUFA VP 2 Darius Mugoye addressing the players and the media at Hotel Jevine in Kampala
Eng. Moses Magogo:
Everybody in the equation should perfect their own roles. As FUFA, we decided to undertake development. We have had two performance indicators when we employed two able young men – Mwebe Ali and Bashir Mutyaba to head the Football Development Department. We came out to say every club in the Uganda Premier League should own a junior team and the results are here. These players can be developed from the right age. Players are also developed by clubs. Federation puts in place regulatory mechanism. FUFA made a deliberate cost when we undertook the MRI tests, paying for every player in the FUFA Juniors league to undertake the MRI test which is a very expensive venture. We pay all the coaches, we transport these teams.This is a statement that people should look at to understand these intentions. I thank the clubs and especially those that have given the young players an opportunity to play. We shall come out with a regulation of quotas for clubs to use these young players. We also came out with incentives as extra points for a win by more than two goals in a match to motivate the players to score as many goals as possible. I thank the technical team (coaches and the FUFA Development officer). I also thank the FUFA staff. The team showed a very high level of discipline, team work and the desire to win. Against Tanzania, one of the pre-tournament favourites, the team was too upbeat. They wore big hearts and are great fighters. I have a word of caution towards these players. They need guidance. They are not yet finished products, they are just a potential. Qualifying for AFCON U-17 is ten times better than the AFCON senior team. About the preparations for the AFCON U-17 tournament 2019, our fans should support the team. We shall give the best of preparations as a federation with camps, competitions and training matches. We shall put in place proper preparations. I thank the Government of Uganda for the financial support in funding the Uganda Cranes. We are building a strong team.
The Uganda U-17 team players
The Winning Players:
Gavin Kizito Mugweri (Captain), Ibrahim Ellokoti, Polycarp Mwaka, Yasin Wani, Daniel Ssewogerere, Kokas John, Iddi Abdul Wahid, Samson Kasozi, Najib Yiga, Delton Oyo, Owen Mukisa, Elvis Ngonde, Thomas Kakaire, Ibrahim Juma, George William Oluka, Kevin Ssekimera, Joseph Kafumbe, Rogers John, Davis Ssekatte, Ivan Asaba
History has been written again in Ugandan football as the Uganda U17 team ‘ Cubs’ emerged winners of the Total CECAFA U17 Zonal Qualifiers thus representing the region to the 2019 Total CAF U17 AFCON after defeating Ethiopia 3-1 in the final at the National Stadium, Dar es Salaam on Sunday evening.
It is the first time Uganda will have a Junior team at the finals of a continental tournament.
Good times are also happening to Ugandan football as two AFCON finals’ appearances in two years under the administration of FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo and his entire Executive shouldn’t be taken as a light matter.
Uganda U17 capatain Kizito Garvin Mugweri receiving the trophy from CAF President Ahmad Ahmad after defeating Ethiopia in the final.
Uganda’s U17 opening goal came inside the first 15 minutes when defender Kasozi Samson’s header from the sixth Uganda corner of the game was on target to put the Cubs ahead.
Uganda U17 defender Samson Kasozi celebrating his goal against Ethiopia in the CAF U17 qualifier final in Tanzania
In the 28th minute Sekajja Davis had a chance to double the lead for Uganda however his final ball went wide with only a goalkeeper to beat.
Before the break, Iddi Abdu Wahid’s cross from the right found a well-positioned Ibrahim Juma whose shot hit the post.
At the beginning of the second half Uganda Cubs tactician Peter Onen brought on Vipers SC Junior team midfielder Ivan Asaba for Yiga Najib who had an attempt just after coming on but his shot was inches wide.
Uganda U17 player Yiga Najib (white) ready to control the ball during the CAF U17 qualifier final clash against Ethiopia
Asaba’s dribbling skills mounted pressure on Ethiopia’s defenders. Mohammad Mosha fouled him on the edge of the box before Sekajja’s direct free kick to the right side of the target was saved.
In the 61st minute Thomas Kakaire released Iddi Abdu Wahid in the center of the park to double the lead for Uganda.
Uganda U17 striker Iddi Abdu Wahid in action during the final against Ethiopia U17 in Tanzania on Sunday
Uganda’s goalkeeper Delton Oyo made a save in a one on one situation and denied Ethiopia chance to score.
KCCA FC SA left-winger was substituted for Alou John Kokas eight minutes to the end of the game before Iddi Abdu Wahid scored the third from Asaba’s minus in the 85th minute.
Onen made his final change with Mwaka Polycap replacing Iddi Abdu Wahid in the 89th minute.
Uganda U17 players celebrating a goal during the CAF U17 final match against Ethiopia in Tanzania
In added time Ethiopia got a consolation from a spot kick converted by Mintesnot Wakjira after Kasozi Samson handled the ball in the area.
‘We have been strong since the second game in the tournament. We have revenged against the Ethiopians. I’m very proud with the boys. They have been so determined and followed whatever we planned. I thank my technical team for the work done it was a collective achievement. FUFA thank you for supporting and giving these young players chance to play’ said Peter Onen Uganda U17 Head Coach.
Tanzania’s captain Kevin John was named tournament’s Most Valuable Player while Ethiopia’s Mintesnot Wakjira took the top scorer accolade with 8 goals.
Uganda will play in CAF U17 AFCON finals next year in Tanzania.
Uganda U17 XI
19 – Oyo Delton (GK), 2 – Ssekimbegga Kevin 4 – Kasozi Samson, 5 – Kizito Mugweri Gavin (C), 20 – John Rogers, 16 – Ekellot Ibrahim, 6 – Ssekajja Davis, 10 – Kakaire Thomas, 9 – Iddi Abdul Wahid, 14 – Yiga Najib, 17 – Juma Ibrahim
Subs
1–Semwogerere Daniel (GK), 12 – Alou John Kokas, 7 – Owane Yasin Abdul, 8 – Mwaka Polycap, 15 – Mukisa Owen, 11 – Asaba Ivan
MAIN PHOTO:Uganda U17 players celebrating after winning the CAF U17 regional qualifiers in Dar es Salaam Tanzania on Sunday
Kampala Capital City Authority Football Club(KCCA FC) emerged winners of the inaugural Pilsner Super 8 Cup after defeating Onduparaka FC 2-0 in the final played at Muteesa II Stadium,Wankulukuku on Saturday.
Goals from Saddam Ibrahim Juma and Allan Okello in the first half were enough to help KCCA FC clinch take home the sliverware.
From onset, Mike Mutebi’s team looked the better side making several attempts at goal.
KCCA FC midfielder Julius Poloto (L) taking on Onduparaka’s defender Okocha during the Pilsner Super 8 final at Mutesa II Stadium Wankulukuku
As early as the 2nd minute Patrick Kaddu tapped home but had his goal disallowed by referee Ali Sabila for infringement on goalkeeper Nicholas Ssebwato.
KCCA FC continued to make inroads but the breakthrough came three minutes after the half hour mark.
Midfielder Juma struck a well curled free straight into the back of the net after a foul on Patrick Kaddu.
Allan Okello (R) celebrating his goal against Onduparaka FC in Pilsner Super 8 final at Mutesa 11 Stadium Wankulukuku. He was also voted Man of the Match
Three minutes later, Okello who was named man of the match doubled the lead after breakthrough on the right wing to fire home.
This prompted Onduparaka FC to call for changes introducing Nicholas Kagaba and Richard Ayiko for Abel Eturude and Simba Sibir respectively.
Midway the second half, KCCA FC too made changes with Patrick Kaddu and Lawrence Bukenya paving way for Gift Ali and Muzamir Mutyaba respectively.
Despite stepping up efforts and looking a better side in the second half, Onduparaka FC failed to break past KCCA FC.
KCCA FC walked away with a cash prize of ten million shillings on top of the trophy while the runners up got five million shillings. SC Villa and Nyamityobora FC who lost in the semifinals got 3.5 Million shillings each whle the rest of the teams will be given 2 million Shillings each for taking part.
The FUFA Super8 tournament was started by the FUFA Competitions Department to give teams a chance to test out their players during the off season as they head into the new season.
On its inaugural edition, Pilsner became the official sponsors of the Competition.
Individual Awards
Man of the Match – Allan Okello(KCCA FC)-Presented by Uganda Cranes coach Sebastien Desabre
Top Scorer -Patrick Kaddu(KCCA FC) with two goals-Presented by former Uganda Cranes winger Sam Simbwa
Patrick Kaddu holding the Pilsner Super8 Cup as he flashes his Winners’ medal at Wankulukuku stadium
MVP- Vianney Ssekajugo (Onduparaka FC)-Presented by Former Uganda Cranes defender Tom Lwanga.
FUFA Executive Committee member Hamid Juma and Uganda Breweries Sales Manager Victor Muniala presented the medals and Cup to the winners.
Pilsner Super 8 MVP Vianne Sekajugo displaying his prize money
KCCA FC XI that started against ONduparaka FC in the final of the Pilsner Super 8.
Tom Ikara, Filbert Obenchan, Mustafa Kiiza, Hassan Musana, Timothy Awany,Lawrence Bukenya(Muzamir Mutyaba) Saddam Juma(Isaac Kirabira), Allan Okello, Julius Poloto, Patrick Kaddu(Gift Ali) Jackson Nunda
Onduparaka FC XI that started against KCCA FC in the Pilsner Super8 Final.
Nicholas Ssebwato, Dennis Okot,Rashid Okocha,Simba Sibir(Richard Ayiko), Rashid Toha,Oscar Agaba, Abel Eturude(Nicholas Kagaba),Living Kabon, Amis Muwonge(Ezra Bida),Viane Ssekajugo,Gaddafi Wahab
Pilsner Super 8 Final Match officials after receiving their medals. L-R Eunice Tiwuwe (2nd Assistnat), Anna Akoyi (4th Official), Ali Sabila (Referee), Match Commissioner (Yusuf Awuye) and Lydia Nantabo Wanyama (1st Assistant)
MAIN PHOTO: KCCA FC lifting aloft the trophy won today following a 2-0 win over Onduparaka FC in the Pilsner Super8 Final.
Uganda U17 team has progressed to the final of the CAF U17 Regional Qualifiers following an emphatic 1-3 win over hosts Tanzania at the National Stadium in Dar es Salaam on Friday evening.
Iddi Abudul Wahid opened up the score for Uganda five minutes into the game with a tap in from Ibrahim Juma’s corner.
Uganda U17 STRIKER (9) Iddi Abdul Wahid in Action during the match between Tanzania and Uganda in CAF U17 qualifiers
Tanzania equalised through Edson Mshirakandi in the 11th minute.
Iddi Abdu Wahid had a chance to double the lead a minute after the equaliser by Tanzania but shot wide.
On return from the break, Thomas Kakaire received a beautiful pass from Yiga Najib at the edge of the box but shot over the bar.
In the 60th minute, Tanzania defender Sulaiman Lupeto pulled Iddi Abdu Wahid and the resultant free kick taken by Juma Ibrahim was superbly saved by Tanzania goalkeeper.
Alou John Kokas was on target in the 77th minute to put the Cubs ahead 1-2.
Uganda U17 midfielder Sekajja Davis in action during the match between Tanzania and Uganda on Friday.
Yiga also had an opportunity a minute after with keeper to beat however his final ball was off target.
In the 90th minute goalkeeper Delton Oyo made a save and denied Tanzania to level matters.
During added time, Tanzania was caught on the break by Iddi Abdu Wahid who picked Alou on the right before defender Amiri Njiri connected the ball in his own net to hand the Cubs the victory and a berth against Ethiopia. Both teams met in the group stages of the this competition and Ethiopia edged Uganda 1-0.
Uganda U17 midfielder Thomas Kakaire trying to receive the ball during the CAF U17 qualifier semifinal clash against Tanzania on Friday
‘After losing to Ehtiopia in the opening game, we have been playing all our matches as finals. We deserved the win and Our Match in the final against Ethiopia will be revenge. We shall be ready for the final’ said Uganda U17 head coach Peter Onen shortly after the match against Tanzania.
Uganda U17 will play Ethiopia in final on Sunday 26th August 2018.
The winner of the final will qualify for 2019 CAF U17 AFCON finals in Tanzania.
Uganda U17 XI that started against Tanzania.
19 – Oyo Delton (GK), 2 – Ssekimbegga Kevin 4 – Kasozi Samson, 5 – Kizito Mugweri Gavin (C), 16 – Ekellot Ibrahim, 6 – Ssekajja Davis, 10 – Kakaire Thomas, 9 – Iddi Abdul Wahid, 14 – Yiga Najib, 12 – Alou John Kokas,17 – Juma Ibrahim,
MAIN PHOTO:Uganda U17 players lining up during the match against Tanzania in the CAF U17 qualifier semifinal match.
The FUFA Football Development Department has confirmed a Physical Fitness Diploma course will be organised for Uganda Premier League Clubs.
The course will target Physical Fitness Trainers at the clubs in the UPL who will undergo educational sessions throughout the year in 5 training and evaluation modules monitored by the Uganda Cranes Coach.
Foreign and Local Instructors will also be part of the course to take participants through key elements of physical preparations of players inclusive of the use of modern methodologies like the current ICT FieldWiz Solution used in CAF Final stage tournaments.
Part of the communication signed by the FUFA CEO Edgar Watson to the Clubs reads;
‘Observations from the FUFA Development Department indicate that the speed of the game on the field is still low especially among players in the 1st and 2nd Division who are also exhibiting poor levels of fitness yet it is a key component of football. During the course period practical follow-ups at respective participants’ clubs will be done as per schedules released. Being a FUFA Fitness Diploma course; the Club nominated candidates will first undergo a pre-entry test in order to ascertain the 20 persons that will proceed as pioneers of this Diploma course’
Each club will be required to pay (1,000,000/=) for one suitable candidate for the course whose first module starts from 17th to 20th September 2018.
The FUFA Ethics Committee has with immediate effect provisionally banned three officials Okello Walter, Atyang Tom Peter and Morris Otidi for 90 days from football related activities.
The ban starts with effect from 24th August 2018.
The decision is based on investigations carried out by the FUFA Investigatory Chamber of the FUFA Ethics Committee, statements made by the parties before the Ethics Committee and statements from Lira Police Station in a related criminal matter registered by a group of petitioners after an incident at one of the football matches played at UTC Grounds in Lira.
The trio is also perceived to have breached the FIFA and FUFA Code of Ethics Articles 14, 16, 18 and 19.
Okello, Atyang and Otidi are not allowed to take part in any football activities at both Regional and National level.
The provisional ban may be extended for an additional period not exceeding 45 days.
After a successfull run in the group stages of the ongoing CAF U17 Zonal AFCON Qualifiers in Dar es Salaam, Uganda will face another stern test against Tanzania on Friday afternoon.
Despite losing 1-0 in their opener against Ethiopia, the Uganda U17 team regrouped with another set of ideas all aimed at picking maximum points from their opponents that followed. The Cubs indeed delivered with emphatic wins over SOuth Sudan (6-1), Kenya (3-1) and Djibouti 8-0 to qualify for the Semifinals.
The match (Tanzania U17 vs Uganda U17) comes barely two weeks before the senior teams of the two Nations face off in the AFCON 2019 Qualifier at Mandela National Stadium on 8th September 2018.
Uganda finished second behind Ethiopia whereas hosts Tanzania beat Rwanda in their final match to take up the first position of group A.
While speaking to www.fufa.co.ug Uganda U-17 Head coach Onen Peter noted how his side is ready for the encounter.
‘Tanzania has already qualified for the final tournament since they are hosts. So it is us to come and do what is required of us to qualify. Since it is a decisive match for us and Tanzania being at home, they come into this game with the mind of making the home crowd proud. We are here to qualify for the final. We have strategically prepared to overcome the crowd. As they enjoy the entertainment we shall go for the win’ Onen said during the press conference
Uganda U17 head coach Peter Onen during the pre-match press Conference at the National Stadium Tanzania on Thursday
Meanwhile Tanzania U17 Head coach Oscar Mirambo says his side comes into the game with players’ and fans’ expectations high.
‘We are not looking for qualification. I am using this chance to assess how far we have gone in terms of preparation. We want to keep the consistency of our good game. The boys are ready and we know what the country is expecting from us. We are ready to deliver what is expected of us’ Oscar Mirambo noted.
Tanzania U17 head coach Oscar Mirambo during the pre-match press conference at the National Stadium , Dar Es Salaam-Tanzania
While naming the starting Line up, Onen and his technical team maintained names that featured against Djibouti and only saw left back John Rogers missing due to accumulated cautions in the group stages. Vipers SC Junior Team midfielder Asaba Ivan will also miss the semis due to suspension (2 yellow cards).
In essence, Onen has only 15 players available for selection.
The Cubs XI against Djibouti
The starting XI against Tanzania (Shirt numbers attached) – One change made
19 – Oyo Delton (GK), 2 – Ssekimbegga Kevin 4 – Kasozi Samson, 5 – Kizito Mugweri Gavin (C), 16 – Ekellot Ibrahim, 6 – Ssekajja Davis, 10 – Kakaire Thomas, 9 – Iddi Abdul Wahid, 14 – Yiga Najib, 17 – Juma Ibrahim, 12 – Alou John Kokas,
Subs
1–Semwogerere Daniel (GK), 7 – Owane Yasin Abdul, 8 – Mwaka Polycap, 15 – Mukisa Owen,
Ruled out because of cautions
11 – Asaba Ivan, 20 – John Rogers
Uganda Premier League giants KCCA FC and Onduparaka FC will face off in the Pilsner FUFA Super 8 final this Saturday 25th August at Mutesa II stadium Wankulukuku.
Onduparaka FC eliminated SC Villa in the semis while KCCA FC ejected Nyamityobora FC to advance to the final.
Both Clubs have played each other 4 times in all competitions since 2016. KCCA FC has the best head-to-head record having two wins, a draw and one loss against Onduparaka FC.
Onduparaka new signing Denis Okot will meet his former employers for the very first time since leaving the club at the end of last season.
Okot who served as KCCA FC captain in previous seasons left Lugogo based Club in July.
The new players in both Clubs have been vital in the progress of their respective clubs to the final. Allan Kyambadde scored for KCCA FC in the games against BUL FC and Nyamityobora while Okot and Etrude converted their spot kicks against SC Villa in the semifinal.
The winner of the final will take home sh.10m while the runners-up sh. 5m.
Road to the Final
KCCA FC 3-2 BUL FC
SC Villa 1-0 URA FC
Nyamityobora 1-0 Kirinya JSSS
Onduparaka FC 1(4)-1(3) Ndejje Univ FC
Semifinal
KCCA FC 4-0 Nyamityobora FC
Onduparaka FC 1(5)-1(4) SC Villa
Final
KCCA FC Vs Onduparaka FC
MAIN PHOTO: KCCA FC Team that eliminated Nyamityobora at StarTimes Stadium Lugogo.
Uganda U17 team has qualified for the semi finals of the CAF U17 Regional (CECAFA) Qualifiers after beating Djibouti 8-0 at the Azam Complex Chamazi Stadium in Tanzania on Wednesday afternoon.
Uganda will play Tanzania in the last four stage on Friday. The match will come barely two weeks before the senior teams of the two Nations clash in the AFCON 2019 Qualifier at Mandela National Stadium.
Ibrahim Juma Converted from a penalty mark in the 73rd minute
Iddi Abdul Wahid opened the scores in the 9th minute, Kisozi Seed High School forward Yiga Najib netted a hat-trick in 22nd, 46th & 65th minutes.
Bright Stars FC Junior team Davis Ssekajja, SC Vipers midfielder Kakaire Thomas also got their names on the score sheet.
KCCA FC Soccer Academy player Ibrahim Juma had a brace-converting one of his goals from a penalty spot.
Uganda u17 Head coach Peter Onen had a few words after the match.
‘We are playing the hosts. It will be an interesting game. We have improved tactically since our loss to Ethiopia and we expect a vey good game. We know Tanzania has changed alot in terms of man power but my boys will be ready’ said Onen.
Onen Peter during the press conference after his victory against EthiopiaYiga Najib recieves an autographed ball from the center referee Georges Gatogato from Burundi after Scoring a hat-trick
Djibout head coach Moussa Mara congratulated his counterpart Peter Onen for making it to the semis but noted that this was the first international engagement and believes his boys will get better in the future.
‘I just want to congratulate my colleague for his team’s qualification. This tournament was for our team to learn and I think we have to do our best to organise a championship for our boys since they have no clubs and competition to raise they level’ said Moussa Mara
Djibout head coach Moussa Mara during the post match press conference
In the other group B Match, Ethiopia triumphed 4-2 over Kenya at the National Stadium.
Uganda finishes second from Group B behind Ethiopia and is set to face the hosts Tanzania who lead group A in the semi finals on Friday while Ethiopia will entertain Rwanda who finished second from group A
The Uganda U17 Starting XI against Djibouti
The starting XI against Djibouti (Shirt numbers attached)
19 – Oyo Delton (GK), 2 – Ssekimbegga Kevin 4 – Kasozi Samson, 5 – Kizito Mugweri Gavin (C), 20 – John Rogers, 16 – Ekellot Ibrahim, 6 – Ssekajja Davis, 10 – Kakaire Thomas, 9 – Iddi Abdul Wahid, 14 – Yiga Najib, 17 – Juma Ibrahim
Subs
1–Semwogerere Daniel (GK), 12 – Alou John Kokas, 7 – Owane Yasin Abdul, 8 – Mwaka Polycap, 15 – Mukisa Owen, 11 – Asaba Ivan
Djibouti XI
MAIN PHOTO: Action during the Uganda 8-0 Djibouti clash at Azam Sports Complex, Chamazi Stadium
Uganda U17 vs Djibouti U17 (Live on 102.1 FUFA fm at 3pm)
Wednesday 22nd August 2018.
The group B stage matches of the ongoing CECAFA U17 Zonal AFCON Qualifiers come to the final bend today but Uganda head coach Peter Onen has named an unchanged team from the side that saw off Kenya ahead of another crucial fixture against Dijibouti on Wednesday afternoon at 3PM – in the Azam Complex, Chamazi Stadium.
The fixtures will end on a high and with alot of competition as three out of the five teams are in contention for qualification to the semifinals -unfortunately only two teams can get out of the group.
Uganda’s young stars will enter the pitch in must a win situation as they trail Ethiopia and Kenya in the table standings. Ethiopia has 9 points while both Uganda and Kenya are tied on 6 points.
Special Image promoting the Uganda vs Djiboouti CAF AFCON U17 Qualifier in Tanzania
The starting XI against Djibouti (Shirt numbers attached)
19 – Oyo Delton (GK), 2 – Ssekimbegga Kevin 4 – Kasozi Samson, 5 – Kizito Mugweri Gavin (C), 20 – John Rogers, 16 – Ekellot Ibrahim, 6 – Ssekajja Davis, 10 – Kakaire Thomas, 9 – Iddi Abdul Wahid, 14 – Yiga Najib, 17 – Juma Ibrahim
Uganda U17 players that started the match against Kenya in CAF U17 qualifiers in Tanzania
Subs
1–Semwogerere Daniel (GK), 12 – Alou John Kokas, 7 – Owane Yasin Abdul, 8 – Mwaka Polycap, 15 – Mukisa Owen, 11 – Asaba Ivan
MAIN PHOTO: Uganda Cubs during their final training at Boko Beach Veterans Ground
Uganda Sand Cranes squad of 20 players has been released by new head coach Salim Muwonge in a press Conference at FUFA House on Monday morning to begin training ahead of AFCON Beach Soccer qualifier match against Ivory Coast on 9th September 2018.
L-R Chairman FUFA Football Development Committee Chris Kalibbala , Uganda Beach Soccer Association Chairman Deo Mutabazi addressing the media on Monday morning at FUFA HouseThe Sqaud has 3 goalkeepers Kibirige Med (Isabet) Kalule Micheal (Nkumba Univ), Kirya Samson (Stomers).
Other players: Lule Paul (Buganda Royal Institute), Katwe Allan (Nkumba University), Ochero Sulaiman (St. Lawrence University), Revita Johnney (Isabet), Douglas Muganga and Byaruhanga Rica from Isabet.
Kalyowa Emma (St. Lawrence University), Kityo Eddie (Galaticals), Kiggundu Swalley (St. Lawrence University), Magwari Ronald (Stomers), Bomboka Frank (MUBS), Kakwaya Swaib (Isabet), Kafeero Hamis (Galaticals), Lwesibawa Godfrey (Stomers), Ochen Ben (MUBS) and Somoka Roch (Isabet)
The team summoned players will begin non-residential training on Wednesday 22nd August. Residential training will start on 1st September 2018.
Uganda Beach Soccer Association Chairman Deo Mutabazi confirmed the technical team that will work with Head coach Muwonge.
Uganda Beach Soccer Association Chairman Deo Mutabazi during the press conference on Monday morning at FUFA House Mengo
He listed Sseguya Peter as the assistant Coach, Ssebaggala Tonny ( Team Coordinator), Ssekasanvu Julius (Kits man) and ithum Aduny Codian (Medical Officer).
Uganda Beach Soccer League gets BBS Terefayina as broadcast partner
Meanwhile, BBS Telefayina signed a one year contract to broadcast the Uganda Beach Soccer League matches live starting with this season.
L-R Uganda Beach Soccer Association Chairman Deo Mutabazi, Chairman FUFA Football Development Committee Chris Kalibbala, Head of Marketing BBS Terefayina Alice Namatovu, and FUFA Marketing Director Esther Musoke after signing the contract at FUFA House Mengo.
BBS TV Head of Marketing Alice Namatovu commended FUFA for giving them the opportunity to broadcast beach soccer league games.
‘We thank FUFA for the partnership. BBS Terefayina will broadcast all Uganda Beach Soccer League games. We shall broadcast each and every game for every Club. It is a marriage towards getting closer to our audience’ said Namatovu
The Chairman Football Development Committee Chris Kalibbala appreciated BBS’s gesture and the Kingdom of Buganda for the support and engagement in developing football in Uganda.
MAIN PHOTO: New Sand Cranes coach Salim Muwonge being presented with a beach soccer ball by FUFA Executive Committee Member Chris Kalibbala and UBSA Chairman Deo Mutabazi
Crested Cranes captain Akiror Tracy Jonses has affirmed that they are more than ready to face South Africa Women National team ‘Banyana Banyana’ in the semifinals of COSAFA Women’s Championship on Thursday evening.
Crested Cranes team that started against Zimbabwe. Head coach Faridah Bulega has gone for the tactical philophy of ‘Never Change a winnng team’. She has named the same team for today’s semifinal match against South Africa.
Akiroro made the encouraging remarks after her team’s final training on Wednesday evening in Port Elizabeth.
‘We are ready to put up a strong fight against South Africa. My teammates are well motivated. Despite the wet conditions down here, we shall battle to get a good result as we did against Zimbabwe’ said Akiror who is a four time FUFA Women Elite League champion with Kawempe Mulsim Ladies FC.
Crested Cranes midfielder Lillian Mutuuzo returned to training and is in good shape to play part in the clash as she has been named in the starting line up by head coach Faridah Bulega.
Mutuuzo was stretched off the pitch in the game against Zimbabwe immediately after her tremendous run and assist to Juliet Nalukenge who scored the first goal for Uganda on Monday.
Assistant captain goalkeeper Ruth Aturo also fully recovered from a flu and will keep the posts again.
‘We are very connfident and ready for the game. Our team is good. We shall play to the best of our ability’ said Aturo
Crested Cranes goalkeeper Aturo Ruth posing with her award during the closing ceremony of CECAFA Women Challenge Cup in Rwanda. She has been at her best against during the tournament
Uganda defeated last year’s runners-up Zimbabwe 2-1 in the last group C match to qualify for the semis.
MAIN PHOTO: Crested Cranes captain Tracy Akror (L) having control of the ball in the match against Zimbabwe in the COSAFA Women’s Championship.
Uganda U17 team has brightened its chances for qualification from the group stages after defeating Kenya 1-3 at Azam Complex Stadium Chamazi in Tanzania on Sunday evening in the ongoing CAF U17 Regional Qualifiers.
Uganda captain Kizito Gavin with match officials during the CAF U17 match against Kenya in Tanzania
Uganda Cubs’ goals were scored by Kisozi Seed High School forward Yiga Najib in the 45th minute while the other two goals were scored by KCCA FC Soccer Academy player Ibrahim Juma and Vipers SC JT forward Ivan Asaba in the 80th and 84th minutes respectively.
Uganda U17 coach Peter Onen made two changes in the lineup that defeated South Sudan. He opted for Yiga Najib and Iddi Abdul Wahid.
Uganda U17 midfielder Ssekajja Davis in control of the ball during the match against Kenya in CAF U17 qualifiers in Tanzania
However, the Kenyans had cancelled Yiga’s goal with an equaliser from Ezekiel Nyakundi 16 minutes to the end of the game before Juma and Asaba secured the victory for The Cubs. Kenya missed a penalty in the game but Uganda converted their kick successfully.
‘Our boys are regaining confidence in every game we play. We planned for this game and we achieved the best from it. Kenya wasn’t easy to break but we did it at last. We deserved the victory’ said Uganda Cubs coach Onen
Uganda remains third on the table with 6 points behind Kenya also with 6 points but with goal difference separating the two. Ethiopia leads the group with 9 points while South Sudan is fourth with 3 points, Djibouti comes last without a point.
Uganda Cubs players celebrating a goal against Kenya in CAF U17 qualifier in Tanzania
The Cubs will play Djibouti in the last group fixture on Tuesday 22nd August 2018.
The best two nations from each group (A&B) will qualify for the semifinal.
Uganda U17 players that started the match against Kenya in CAF U17 qualifiers in Tanzania. Standing L-R; Ssekajja Davis, Oyo Delton, Ekellot Ibrahim, Yiga Najib, Kasozi Samson, Kizito Gavin (C) – Front Row L-R; Ssekimbegga Kevin, Iddi Abdul Wahid, Kakaire Thomas, John Rogers, Ibrahim Juma
Uganda’s Technical Bench singing the National Anthem.
Subs
Asaba Ivan, Mwaka Polycap, Ssemwogerere Daniel, John Alou, Mukisa Owen, Owane Yasin
Buganda and West Nile Povinces have qualified for the final of the 1st Edition of the FUFA Drum after eliminating Bukedi and Busoga respectively.
The decisive return leg matches were played on Sunday 19th August at King George Stadium in Tororo and Kyabazinga Stadium Bugembe, Jinja.
Bukedi Province Midfielder David Owori (Red) in control of the ball during the 2nd leg match against Buganda in Tororo
In Tororo, Bukedi managed a 1-0 win over Buganda in regular time through Nyamityobora FC midfielder Ibrahim Pengere in the 71st minute.
The game ended 1-0 and proceeded to kicks from the penalty mark after a 1-1 aggregate score. Buganda won the first leg 1-0 in Mukono. Bukedi’s key player Poloto Julius who came on as a substitute in the second half missed his penalty kick. Buganda won 3-5 to book a berth in the final.
Ronald Kigongo, Robert Sentongo , Allan Kayiwa, Shafik Kagimu converted their kicks while David Owori, Patrick Wafula and Ibrahim Pengere also scored for Bukedi.
West Nile players celebrating their victory over Busoga in Bugembe
Bukedi Fans supporting their province at King George Stadium in Tororo
Bukedi star player Julius Poloto from KCCA FC was rested and missed the first half while on bench. He was later introduced immediately after the break replacing Lira United’s winger Vicent Egessa.
Poloto joined the ranks of URA FC attackers Ronald Musana, Mathew Odongo and Pengere who had earlier threatened the backline of Buganda with tireless runs.
Buganda Goalkeeper Joel Mutakubya rescues the situation during the 2nd leg match against Bukedi in Tororo
Soana FC and Buganda Province goalkeeper Joel Mutakubya was chosen Man of the Match. He received the accolade and the prize Money (100,000/=).
West Nile Striker Brian Umony against Busoga’ skipper Isaac Isinde in action during the 2nd leg semifinal encounter in Jinja
In Jinja, Busoga was held by West Nile in a goalless draw, meaning no goals were produced over 180 minutes of football action between the two sides. The match was also decided on kicks from the penalty mark.
Mayanja Antony missed his attempt while West Nile players Mustafa Kizza, Fred Amaku, Vitalis Tabu, Oromochan Villa and Filbert Obenchan all converted their kicks to secure a place in the final with a result of 4-5.
KCCA FC and West Nile star Mustafa Kizza celebrating after eliminating Busoga Province from the FUFA Drum competition in Jinja
Busoga suffered an early blow when goalkeeper Didi Muhammad who holds most clean sheets in the competition got injured in the 20th minute and was replaced by Mathias Muwanga.
‘We are a good side and we expected to reach the final. My team was better. I was confident and believed in my players’ said West Nile coach Umar Abudallah
URA FC and West Nile goalkeeper Alionza Nafian was named Man of the Match. He received the cash prize and the accolade.
URA FC and West Nile goalkeeper Alionza Nafian receives the Man of the Match accolade plus prize money from Match Commissioner Livingstone Lajan
Team lineups
Bukedi Province line up that stated against Buganda in the 2nd leg of the FUFA Drum
Bukedi XI
Wafula Patrick GK (Busia Fisheries), Othieno Stephen (Mbarara City), Tohomera Benon (Myda) Joseph Owino (Myda), Gwoto Fredson (SC Villa), Owori David (Vipers) Owori Isaac (Proline) Pengere Ibrahim (Masavu) Odongo Mathew (URA) Ronald Musana (URA) Egessa Vicent (Lira UTD)
Bukedi Province line up that stated against Buganda in the 2nd leg of the FUFA Drum in Tororo
Buganda Xl
Joel Mutakubya (GK) (Soana)
Ronald Kigongo (URA), Dan Birikwalira(Vipers SC), Abudallah Nyanzi (URA) Allan Mugalu(URA), Musa Mugalu (Kyetume), Shafik Kagimu (URA), Robert Sentongo, Abudallah Nyanzi (URA), Rajab Jooga (Kyetume), Brian Majwega (Maroons)
2nd Semifinal
Busoga Province team that started the match against West Nile in the 2nd leg of the FUFA Drum semifinal in Jinja
Busoga XI
Didi Muhammad GK (Kirinya JSS)
Dragua Allan (Kirinya JSS) Batambuze Shafik (Singida), Mulondo Livingstone (Kirinya JSS) Isaac Isinde (Kirinya JSS) Sibira Yunus (BUL), Waiswa Moses (Vipers SC) Bagoole David (Kirinya JSSS), Edgar Luzige , Allan Munaaba (URA) Richard Wandyaka (BUL)
West Nile Province team that started the match against Busoga in the 2nd leg of the FUFA Drum semifinal in Jinja
West Nile XI
Alionza Nafian GK (URA), Atendele Geriga (Koboko R S) Obencan Filbert (KCCA FC), Mustafa Kizza (KCCA FC) Sabar Rajab, Orombi Ronald , Feni Ali Muhamood, Oromoncan Villa (BUL) Umony Brian, Vitalis Tabu (URA), Hasan Fatib
MAIN PHOTO: Buganda goalkeeper Joel Mutakubya receiving the man of the Match Accolade from Buganda Sports Minister Owek. Henry Ssekabembe
Two Changes have been made from the team that beat South Sudan. Yiga Najib replaces Mwaka Polycap who is injured while Iddi Abdulwahid takes over Asaba Ivan’s position.
Kickoff is at 5PM – Azam Complex, Chamazi Stadium.
The starting XI against Kenya (Shirt numbers attached)
19 – Oyo Delton (GK), 2 – Ssekimbegga Kevin 4 – Kasozi Samson, 5 – Kizito Mugweri Gavin (C), 20 – John Rogers, 16 – Ekellot Ibrahim, 6 – Ssekajja Davis, 10 – Kakaire Thomas, 9 – Iddi Abdul Wahid, 14 – Yiga Najib, 17 – Juma Ibrahim,
Subs
1–Semwogerere Daniel (GK), 12 – Alou John Kokas, 7 – Owane Yasin Abdul, 8 – Mwaka Polycap, 15 – Mukisa Owen, 11 – Asaba Ivan
MAIN PHOTO: Uganda team that started against South Sudan on Friday. Uganda won 6-1
Uganda U17 team has registered a 1-6 win over South Sudan in the CAF Regional qualifiers at Chamazi, Azam Sports Complex in Tanzania on Friday afternoon.
Bright Stars FC Junior Team midfielder Sekajja Davis scored as early as three minutes into the game to put the Cubs ahead.
Uganda U17 midfielder Sekajja Davis (Red) in action during the match against South Sudan
Sekajja who was switched by Coach Peter Onen from his common central midfield position to forward netted the second after being released by Mwaka Polycap with a through ball in the center of the park.
Immediately after 6 minutes Vipers SC Junior Team forward Kakaire Thomas dribbled past a South Sudanese defender before laying the ball to the left side of the target with his left foot in the 23rd minute.
Kakaire later recorded his double with the same style and technic just two minutes before the break to make it 4 goals up for the Uganda U17.
Uganda U17 forward Kakaire Thomas scoring his first goal against South Sudan.
Sekajja a student at Royal Giants High School Mityana grabbed his hat trick to make it 0-5 before halftime.
The intensity of the game declined in the second half, nevertheless it was still Sekajja in a better position to score in an empty net in the 70th minute.
Cubs coach Onen introduced Rock High School midfielder Owane Yasin Abdul for captain Kizito Gavin Mugweri in the 60th minute and substituted Kakaire Thomas for URA FC Junior Team player Alou John Kokas in the 77th minute.
Uganda U17 winger Juma Ibrahim in action during the match against South Sudan
Uganda Cubs have 3 points from two games and will play Kenya on Sunday 19th before taking on Djibouti in the last group game on Wednesday 22nd August.
The Champion of the tournament will qualify for the CFA U17 finals and join Tanzania who received automatic qualification as hosts.
Uganda U17 line up against South Sudan
Some highlights of the match
Moments before halftime, a yellow card was shown to Emmanuel Morris of South Sudan who later received marching orders for another bookable offence in the second half.
Uganda made changes as the game demanded for a different approach which saw Mwaka Polycap off for for Mukisa Owen, Kizito Gavin Mugweri making way for Owane Yasin and Thomas Kakaire replaced by John Alou wholater got booked.
South Sudan’s Joseph Manase converted from the spot to get the lone goal for his Country.
Uganda U17 Starting XI
19 – Oyo Delton (GK) (Kirinya JSSS JT)
Defenders
2 – Ssekimbegga Kevin (Buddo SSS) 4 – Kasozi Samson (Bright Stars FC JT), 5 – Kizito Mugweri Gavin (C) (SC Villa), 20 – John Rogers (Onduparaka FC JT)
Midfielders
16 – Ekellot Ibrahim (Bright Stars FC JT), 8 – Mwaka Polycap, (Football For Good Academy) 10 – Kakaire Thomas (Vipers SC JT).
Forwards
6 – Ssekajja Davis Bright Stars FC JT), 11 – Asaba Ivan (Vipers SC JT), 17 – Juma Ibrahim (KCCA SA),
South Sudan vs Uganda (Chamazi Stadium) (Live on 102.1 FUFA fm) -2pm
Results Group B (Sunday match)
South Sudan 2-0 Djibouti
Tuesday, 14th August
Kenya 4:0 South Sudan
Djibouti 0:4 Ethiopia
Results Group A (Thursday 16 August)
Sudan 0:5 Tanzania
As the Uganda U-17 National Team (Cubs) face South Sudan today in the ongoing CECAFA U17 Zonal AFCON Qualifiers in Dar es Salaam, head coach Onen Peter and his technical team have named their starting team.
Two changes have been made from the team that started against Ehiopia. Iddi Abdul Wahid and Yiga Najib have paved way for Asaba Ivan and John Rogers respectively.
Asaba Ivan in action during Uganda’s encounter with Ethiopia
‘This will be the turning point of our tournament. We need to win big and in style after losing to Ethiopia in the opener. We shall notice great improvement. We have done our homework which gives me confidence that we will make a comeback into this competition’ said Onen.
Head Coach Onen Peter while giving instructions to players at Boko Beach Veterans Ground Dar es Salaam
In group B Uganda has collected no point after playing one game, Kenya has 3 points following a 4-0 win over South Sudan 4-0, Ethiopia is on 6 points having seen off Uganda (1-0) and Djibouti (4-0). Djibouti yet to pick a point.
A moment of prayer after training at Boko Beach Veterans Ground Dar es Salaam
The starting XI (Shirt numbers attached)
19 – Oyo Delton (GK)
Defenders 2 – Ssekimbegga Kevin 4 – Kasozi Samson, 5 – Kizito Mugweri Gavin (C), 20 – John Rogers
