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  • Uganda Crested Cranes team continues with residential training at Kabojja IUIU Girls campus

    Uganda Crested Cranes team continues with residential training at Kabojja IUIU Girls campus

    AFCON Women Qualifiers:

    1st Leg: 4th April 2018 – Kenya Vs Uganda (Machakos)

    2nd Leg: 8th April 2018 – Uganda Vs Kenya (Star Times Stadium, Lugogo)

    The national women football team, The Crested Cranes continues to train in preparation for the AFCON Women qualifier against Kenya.

    The team of 26 players and 8 officials, entered residential camp on Sunday evening at Islamic University Kabojja, after having spent five days of non-residential training at Namboole Stadium outer pitch.

    Helped by her assistants Edward Kaziba (Assistant Coach), Olive Mbekeka (Physical Trainer) and goal keeping coach James Magala, Bulega is the lead coach, usually taking the players through the drills and later ball work.

    Head coach Faridah Bulega ensures the players stretch

    “The training sessions have been long and I am happy the players responded well. They are impressing and if we keep like this then they shall be ready enough for the game,” Bulega noted.

    Coach Bulega instructs defender Yudaya Nakayenze
    Coaches Mbekeka and Bulega work out a plan for the training session at Kabojja grounds

    Uganda Crested Cranes will face Kenya Haraambe Starlets in the first leg of the 2018 Africa Women Cup of Nations qualifier Next week Wednesday April 4 2018 at Machakos Stadium.

    The return leg will be played on April 8, 2018 at the Star Times Stadium Lugogo.

    Goalkeeper Ruth Aturo stretches

    The players in camp:

    Goalkeepers: Ruth Aturo, Cissy Nakiguba and Daisy Nakaziro

    Others are: Yudaya Nakayenze, Aluka Grace, Nakitto Gladys, Shadia Nankya, Namuddu Viola, Nambirigge Christine, Tracy Jones Akiror, Esther Naluyimba, Mutiibwa Shakira

    Hasifah Nassuuna, Juilet Nalukenge, Zaina Namuleme, Winnie Babirye, Alupo Norah, Jackie Nassali, Joyce Nakakooza, Resty Nazir, Spencer Nakacwa, Carol Nakyanzi, Phionah Nabbumba, Najjemba Fauziah, Matama Damale.

    Officials:

    Faridah Bulega-Head Coach

    Edward Kaziba-Assistant coach

    James Magara-Goal keeping coach

    Olive Mbekeka-Fitness Coach

    Paul Ssali-Team Coordinator

    Mable Kabatalindwa-Team Doctor

    Prossy Naluwadda-Kits manager

    Aloysius Byamukama-Media Officer

  • FUFA Beach Soccer Arena commissioned at Kitubulu, Entebbe

    FUFA Beach Soccer Arena commissioned at Kitubulu, Entebbe

    The FUFA Beach Soccer Arena was commissioned at the lake side Kitubulu, Entebbe on Monday, 26th March 2018.

    CAF Secretary General, Amr Fahmy, his deputy Anthony Baffoe, CAF Futsal and beach committee chairman Eng, Moses Magogo, his vice chairman Leodegar Tenga and the committee members were among the high profile guests that witnessed the historic event.

    Also in attendance were the Mayor of Entebbe Municipality Vicent Kayanja De Paul and his executive committee, Project Engineer Dauda Kawadwa, the Uganda Beach Soccer Association chairman Deo Mutabazi, FUFA CEO Edgar Watson, FUFA Development officer Ali Mwebe, FUFA Beach Soccer Delegate Anthony Tumwesigye as well as the head of project, Justus Mugisha.

    Leodegar Tenga with a speech during the event

    ‘This is a great moment for the development of beach soccer in Uganda and the CECAFA Region. I thank FUFA for the initiative. Please keep up the good work’ Tenga, who represented the CAF President, Ahmad Ahmad said.

    The Entebbe Municipality mayor Kayanja, flanked by the site engineer Kawadwa. works committee chairman Jimmy Mutabazi and town clerk Daniel Fred Lutaaya, thanked FUFA for the idea of bringing the beach soccer facility in his area.

    ‘I thank FUFA for the idea of bringing such a great facility here. Once completed, the stadium will host CECAFA and we shall be glad for the opportunities that come with sports tourism to Entebbe Municipality. The whole project is environmentally friendly’ Kayanja noted.

    FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo presents a gift to Leodegar Tenga

    FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo, also the chairman of Futsal and Beach Soccer committee thanked CAF for allowing to organize the committee meeting in Uganda, a development that also conceded with the arena opening.

    ‘We started thinking of this project as soon as CECAFA awarded Uganda the hosting rights of the 2018  CECAFA Beach soccer championship. We thank National Forestry Authority and the Entebbe Municipal Council for all the efforts of helping us secure this land. It will be implemented in three phases. The architectural designs were completed. Now, we are leveling to ensure the playing surface is ready and we shall add sand. We thank CAF for all the efforts of ensuring Uganda prospers’ Eng. Magogo stated.

    A ceremonial stone was officially unveiled with a tree planted as a justification of conserving the environment.

    L-R: Eng Moses Magogo (CAF Executive committee member, Chairman CAF Futsal and beach soccer committee) and FUFA President, Anthony Baffoe (Deputy CAF General Secretary), CAF General Secretary Amr Fahmy and Leodegar Tenga (CAF Executive Committee member, Vice Chairman Futsal and Beach Soccer Committee)
    Engineer Dauda Kawadwa hands over the architectural designs to the Entebbe Municipality mayor, Vincent De Paul Kayanja (right)

    According to the head of project, Justus Mugisha, the project will be completed by May 2018, well in time for the 2018 CECAFA Beach Soccer championship where hosts Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, Zanzibar, Sudan, South Sudan, Djibouti, Somalia and Eritrea are confirmed.

  • Uganda Cranes ready for Malawi test | International Build up match

    Uganda Cranes ready for Malawi test | International Build up match

    International Build Up Match:

    Tuesday, 27th March 2018

    Uganda Cranes Vs Malawi Flames

    Mandela National Stadium, Namboole (4 pm)

    Entry Fees: 5000/= (Ordinary) and 10,000/= (VIP)

    All is set for the second International friendly home game slated for Tuesday March 28th between Uganda and Malawi at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole.
    Uganda Cranes overcame Sao Tome & Principe 3-1 last Saturday with Joseph Ochaya, Murushid Jjuuko and debutant Abraham Ndugwa on target.
    Uganda Cranes head coach Sebastien Desabre gives instructions to the players during training on Monday at Namboole stadium
    The match against Malawi comes another day for Sebastian Desabre’s battalion to showcase  talent and readiness for competition of places in the starting lineup ahead of African Cup of Nations qualifiers in September 2018 against Tanzania and Lesotho.
    During Monday’s training session, Desabre centered most on players agility, players urgency with and without ball, defending and attacking in numbers, diagonal play, creating scoring opportunities and goal scoring techniques amongst other football aspects.
    Head coach Sebastien Desabre with Simba Sports Club forward Emmanuel Okwi during the last training on Monday
    This is the second national team encounter for the Senior Team A, The Cranes Coach Sebastian Desabre is taking charge at home and he is looking at these matches to assess the players ability and potential.
    The game kicks off at exactly 4pm.
    PLAYERS IN CAMP:
    DENIS ONYANGO, NICO WAKIRO WADADA, GODFREY WALUSIMBI, MURUSHID JUUKO, BEVIS MUGABI
    HASSAN WASSWA MAWANDA, MILTON KARISA, GEOFFREY KIZITO, EMMANUEL OKWI, WILLIAM LUWAGA KIZITO, JOSEPH OCHAYA, SALIM JAMAL MAGOOLA, CHARLES LUKWAGO, ISAAC ISINDE
    TIMOTHY AWANYI, IGUMA DENIS, ALEX KAKUBA, ABRAHAM NDUGWA, TADEO LWANGA, FAHAD BAYO
    HOOD KAWESA, YUNUS SENTAMU, DERRICK NSIBAMBI
    TECHNICAL TEAM
    SEBASTIAN DESABRE (HEAD COACH)
    MATIA LULE (ASSISTANT HEAD COACH)
    GEROME D’ANTONIO (FITNESS TRAINER)
    SADIQ WASSA (GOALKEEPER COACH)
    MEDIA: JOSEPH MUTAKA
    TEAM MANAGER: CHRISPUS MUYINDA

    Match Referees:

    Center Referee: Louis Hakizimana (Rwanda)

    1st Assistant Referee: Theogene Ndagijimana (Rwanda)

    2nd Assistant Referee: Justin Karangwa (Rwanda)

    4th Official: Ruzindana Nsoro (Rwanda)

    Match Commissioner: Ronnie Kalema (Uganda)

  • CAF Futsal and Beach Soccer Committee meeting successfully concludes in Uganda

    CAF Futsal and Beach Soccer Committee meeting successfully concludes in Uganda

    The Confederation of African Football Association (CAF) Futsal and Beach Soccer Committee meeting held at Protea Hotel (Marriott Hall), Entebbe, Uganda on Monday, 26th March 2018 has successfully concluded with key proposals deliberated upon.

    Eng. Moses Magogo, the FUFA President and CAF Executive Committee member chaired the meeting, deputized by Tanzanian, Leodegar Tenga.

    L-R: Leodgar Tenga, Eng. Moses Magogo and CAF General Secretary, Amr Fahmy

    In attendance also was the CAF General Secretary, Amr Fahmy, his deputy Anthony Baffoe as well as the Futsal and Beach Soccer committee members and the FUFA Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Edgar Watson.

    ‘We are glad as a country that Uganda requested to host such a committee meeting which was granted in line with the ideology of CAF President Ahmad Ahmad’s rotational policy of hosting these meetings. We discussed key proposals which will forwarded to the CAF Executive Committee’ Eng. Magogo briefed the media after the historic meeting.

    L-R: Edgar Watson (FUFA CEO), Leodegar Tenga, Eng. Moses Magogo, Amr Fahmy and Anthony Baffoe

    The group thereafter officially commissioned the FUFA Beach Soccer Arena at Kitubulu on the shores of Lake Victoria.

    The committee members toured FUFA Headquarters at Mengo and later watched a futsal match at the Futsal International Courts, Mengo – Kampala.

    Parakeets overcame Typhoons 4-3 in an action packed game full of life and passion.

    There will be a farewell dinner for the visiting delegation later on Monday evening before departure.

  • Uganda Hippos head coach Lule trims squad to 25 players, other national teams in camp

    Uganda Hippos head coach Lule trims squad to 25 players, other national teams in camp

    Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) continues with yet another busy week of multi-tasking.

    At present, the Federation is logistically handling four national teams at one go as they all prepare for different competitions and tasks put forward for them to accomplish.
    Uganda Cranes, the senior men’s football team remains in camp at Ivy’s Hotel Wakaliga for the second build up match against Malawi on Tuesday following Saturday’s comprehensive 3-1 victory over West Africans, Sao Tome and Prinicipe.
    The Crested Cranes (Women Football Team) entered residential camp at the IUIU Kabojja campus preparing for Women’s Africa Cup of Nations double legged qualifier against Kenya.
    In the same vein, the national U-17 team (Cubs) is camped at the FUFA Technical Center in preparation for the U17 CECAFA tourney in Burundi (1st -14th April 2018)
    Uganda Hippos (U-20 national team) will this coming Saturday face CECAFA arch-rival South Sudan in the  first of the two legs this Saturday at Lugogo during the U-20 African Nations Championship qualifiers.
    U-20 players stretch at the Star Times stadium, Lugogo
    Head Coach Mathias Lule who doubles as an assistant coach to Sebastian Desabre on the senior team on Sunday named the 25 squad that entered the residential camp in Lubowa at African Bible University.
    All the team training sessions resume on Monday, 26th March 2018.
    The 25 players in camp:
    GOAL KEEPERS:
    Saidi Keni, Tonny Kyamera
    DEFENDERS:
    Fred Okot, Kyobe Salim, Mustafa Kizza, Hebert Ochayo, Musitafa Mujuzi, Geofrey Wasswa, Paul Willa, Bashir Asiku.
     MIDFIELDERS:
    Allan Okello, Frank Tumwesigye, Solomon Ovoyo, Ivan Eyamu, Abubaker Kasule, Julius Poloto, Ezra Bida, Faisal Sekyanzi, Joshua Okiror Ocen,
    STRIKERS:
    Sadam Masereka,  Steven Desi Mukwala, Hamisi Tibita, Ibrahim Thembo, Denis Otim, Joel Jangeyambe, Josua Wandera, Sadat Anaku
  • Pictorial: CAF officials grace national beach soccer league matches at Lido, Entebbe

    Pictorial: CAF officials grace national beach soccer league matches at Lido, Entebbe

    Confederation of African Football (CAF) Futsal and Beach Soccer committee members graced a couple of matches for the Uganda national beach soccer league on Sunday at Lido beach in Entebbe.

    CAF Secretary General, Amr Fahmy and his Deputy Anthony Baffoe were joined by the FUFA President, also a CAF Executive committee member and chairman of the Futsal and beach soccer committee Eng.Moses Magogo at Lido.

    FUFA Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Edgar Watson, CECAFA General Secretary Nicholas Musonye, National Council of Sports David Ssemakula Katende and Uganda Beach Soccer Association (UBSA) chairman Deo Mutabazi were also the other high profile officials in attendance.

    Here is the colouful pictorial:

    Action between Mengo Hospital (clad in blue) against Kyadondo Galaticos in the men gender
    CAF Secretary General Amr Fahmy (left) watched the action with the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo at Lido. Anthony Baffoe is second from right
    Women beach soccer action between Ajax Queens and Mutesa I Royal University at Lido beach
    Uganda Beach Soccer Association (UBSA) Chairman, Deo Mutabazi (with hands spread) leads the visitors at Lido beach
    Officials after the inspection of the teams
    Healthy Head butt: CAF Deputy Secretary general Anthony Baffoe greets CECAFA General Secretary Nicholas Musonye
    Group photo of all the visitors at Lido beach. Standing on the extreme left is the mayor of Entebbe Municipality, Vincent Kayanja De Paul
    The Beach Soccer referees who handled most games on Sunday

    BEACH SOCCER RESULTS FOR SUNDAY, 25TH MARCH 2018:

    WOMEN:

    Nkumba University 5-1 Katuuso community

    Scorers
    Nabuffu Dorcus x3
    (Nkumba University)
    Nakubulwa Betty (Nkumba University)
    Sanyu Judith (Nkumba University)
    Nakasumba Fatumah (Katuuso)

    Nkumba University 7-1 Talented

    Scorers
    Nabuffu Dorcus x5 ( Nkumba)
    Sanya Judith (Nkumba)
    Cucu Fatumah (Nkumba)
    Nakibule Jauhar (Talented)

    Talented 0- 13 Muteesa 1 Royal

    Scorers:
    Anyango Carol (Muteesa)
    Namatovu Sharon (Muteesa)
    Birrabwa Margret x2(Muteesa)
    Namirimu Margret (Muteesa)

    Muteesa 1 Royal 3- 0 Ajax queens

    Scorers:
    Namatovu Sharon x2( Muteesa)
    Birabwa Margret (Muteesa)

    MEN RESULTS:

    Stomers 7-4 Nkumba University

    Scorers:
    Lwesibawa Godfrey x4 (STOMERS)
    Dudu Ramathan x3 (STOMERS)
    Ovoyo Solomon (Nkumba University)
    Katwe Allan x2(Nkumba University)
    Kivumbi Hassan (Nkumba University)

    MUBS 1-4 Isabeti

    Scorers:
    Jalil Zinula (MUBS)
    Somoka Roch x3(Isabeti)
    Allan Kayiwa (Isabeti)

    Ms Sandlions 3-7 Buganda Royal University

    Scorers
    Kizito Simon (MS Sandlions)
    Kato Paul OG x2(Ms sandlions)
    Sengendo Deo x2(Buganda Royal University)
    Kimera Primo (Buganda Royal University)
    Luke Paul x2(Buganda Royal University)
    Kato Paul (Buganda Royal University)
    Etiang Amos (Buganda Royal University)

    Mengo Hospital 2-7 Kyadondo Galacticos

    Scorers:
    Tony Kawooya (Mengo Hospital)
    Jacob Kalule (Kyadondo Galacticos)
    Kityo Eddie x2 (Kyadondo Galacticos)
    Hamid Kafeero x4 (Kyadondo Galacticos)

    Talented 0-3 St Lawrence  University ( Talented didn’t turn up)

  • Strong CAF delegation arrives in Uganda ahead of Futsal and Beach Soccer meeting

    Strong CAF delegation arrives in Uganda ahead of Futsal and Beach Soccer meeting

    A strong delegation from Confederation of African Football (CAF) has arrived in Uganda ahead of a high profile Futsal and Beach Soccer meeting.

    The officials led by the CAF Secretary General, Amr Fahmy and his Deputy Anthony Baffoe arrived at Entebbe International Airport 3:15 a.m on Sunday morning.

    Majority traveled aboard Ethiopian Airlines and Kenya Airways and they were received by the FUFA entrouge at the Entebbe International Airport.

    FUFA Vice Presidents Justus Mugisha, Darius Mugoye, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Edgar Watson and his Deputy Humphrey Mandu officially welcomed the guests to the country  before they checked in at the nearby Hotel Protea, Entebbe, which is just a stone throw away from the Airport.

    “FUFA and Uganda is glad to receive our special visitors. Uganda will host the CAF Committee meeting on Futsal and beach soccer at Protea Hotel on Monday,” Watson noted.

    The FUFA President and CAF Executive Committee member, Eng. Moses Magogo is the President of the Futsal and Beach Soccer Committee.

    FUFA CEO Edgar Watson (left) with the CAF Deputy General Secretary Anthony Baffoe early Sunday morning at Entebbe International Airport

    The Members of the Committee will preside over the official ground breaking of a beach soccer facility in Kitubulu, Entebbe and also watch a beach soccer league game later on in the day at Lido Beach.

    On Monday morning they will hold a meeting at Protea Hotel, while in the afternoon, visit FUFA House, watch a fustal match at the International Fustal Courts of Uganda in Kisenyi.

     

  • Pictorial: Uganda Cranes outwit Sao Tome And Principe at Mandela National stadium

    Pictorial: Uganda Cranes outwit Sao Tome And Principe at Mandela National stadium

    On Saturday, 24th March 2018, the Uganda Cranes convincingly won 3-1 against West Africans Sao Tome and Principe in the first of the two international build up matches planned for the international break.

    Goals from Joseph Benson Ochaya (Lusaka Dynamos, Zambia), Murusid Jjuuko (Simba, Tanzania) and Abraham Ndugwa (Masavu, Uganda) won the day.

    Jose Varelea scored the consolation for the visiting team.

    Here is the full pictorial:

    Sao Tome and Principe team players inspection before kick off
    L-R: Uganda Cranes head coach Sebastien Desabre, assistant Mathias Lule, stand in goalkeeping coach Sadiq Wassa and Fitness trainer Gerome D’Antonio
    FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo embraces Uganda Cranes captain Denis Onyango during inspection time
    Uganda Cranes XI vs Sao Tome and Principe: [L-R – Front Row]: Milton Karisa, William Luwagga Kizito, Emmanuel Arnold Okwi, Nico Wakiro Wadada, Godfrey Walusimbi. Standing back row [L-R]: Hassan Wasswa Mawanda, Bevis Kizito Mugabi, Murushid Jjuuko, Geofrey ‘Baba’ Kizito, Joseph Ochaya and Denis Onyango (Goalkeeper and Captain)
    Sao Tome and Principe XI
    Emmanuel Okwi (right) takes on Dasneves Enilson during the game
    L-R: Ferdinand Chacha (First Assistant Referee), Denis Onyango (Uganda Cranes captain), William Oloya (Fourth Official), Elly Sasil (Center Referee), Sousa Pontes (Sao Tome and Principe captain) and Ally Kinduli (Second Assistant Referee)
    Vipers’ winger Milton Karisa in action for Uganda Cranes against Sao Tome and Principe
    L-R: Uganda flag, FIFA Flag, CAF flag and the Sao Tome and Principe flag
    Uganda Cranes winger Milton Karisa (23) shields the ball away from Sao Tome and Principe’s Dilson Quaresma
    Uganda Cranes substitutes passionately sing the national anthem
    Officials greet the match referees prior to kick off of the game at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole
    A section of fans graced the match at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole
    William Luwagga Kizito jumps high to head the ball
    Uganda Cranes players celebrate a goal at Namboole stadium
  • Uganda Cranes 3-1 Sao Tome and Prinicipe | International Build Up

    Uganda Cranes 3-1 Sao Tome and Prinicipe | International Build Up

    International Build Up:

    • Uganda Cranes 3-1 Sao Tome and Principe

    Uganda Cranes has whipped visiting Sao Tome and Principe 3-1 during an international build up match at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole on Saturday.

    Left winger Joseph Ochaya opened the scoring with a 20th minute goal after a great assist by Nico Wakiro Wadada on the right flank.

    Uganda Cranes players celebrate the opening goal at Mandela National Namboole stadium against Sao Tome and Principe

    Defender Murushid Jjuuko headed home the second goal on the stroke of half time after a curling corner kick from Ochaya.

    Second half substitute Abraham Ndugwa scored Uganda Cranes third goal on the day on 82 minutes.

    Ndugwa had come on for William Luwagga Kizito after 57 minutes.

    Vipers’ winger Milton Karisa in action for Uganda Cranes against Sao Tome and Principe

    The visitors pulled a goal in the dying minutes from Jose Varelea following a good counter attack.

    Head coach Sebastien Desabre and the rest of his technical team made a couple of changes in the second half.

    Sentamu replaced Emmanuel Okwi, Ndugwa came on for Luwagga Kizito, Tadeo Lwanga was Baba Kizito’s replacement and Alex Kakuba replaced Godfrey Walusimbi.

    Meanwhile, Fahad Bayo took Milton Karisa’s place and Timothy Awany took over debutant Bevis Mugabi’s center back slot.

    Mugabi, Bayo and Ndugwa earned their first caps with the Uganda Cranes.

    FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo greets the Uganda Cranes players prior to the game at Namboole stadi

    FUFA President, Eng. Moses Magogo was among the high profile guests during the match. Others were Kalungu East Member of Parliament (MP), Joseph Ssewungu

    Uganda Cranes will play in the second international build up this Tuesday against Malawi at Namboole.

    The game against Malawi will kick off at 4 pm.

    Uganda Cranes XI vs Sao Tome and Principe

    Team Line ups:

    Uganda Cranes XI:

    Denis Onyango (G.K), Nico Wakiro Wadada, Godfrey Walusimbi (68′ Alex Kakuba) Murushid Juuko, Bevis Mugabi (88’ Timothy Dennis Awanyi), Hassan Wasswa Mawanda, Milton Karisa (80’ Fahad Bayo),  Geofrey ‘Baba’ Kizito (67’ Tadeo Lwanga), William Kizito Luwagga (57’ Abraham Ndugwa), Emmanuel Arnold Okwi (56’ Yunus Sentamu), Joseph Benson Ochaya

    Uganda Cranes substitutes passionately sing the national anthem

    Subs Not Used:

    Hood Kawesa, Fahad Bayo, Derrick Nsibambi, Salim Jamal (G.K), Charles Lukwago (G.K)

    Head coach: Sebastien Desabre

    L-R: Uganda Cranes head coach Sebastien Desabre, assistant Mathias Lule, goalkeeping coach Sadic Wassa and trainer Gerome D’Antonio
    Sao Tome and Principe XI

    São Tomé and Príncipe XI:

    Al Migida Aldair (68’ Vaz Nilson), Santos Gilson (62’ Tavares Janota), Dasneves Enilson, Dilson Quaresma, Mendes Ivonalodo, Diogo, Francisco (62’ Damara Aderito), Sousa Pontes (Captain), Varalela Eduardo, Carvalho Jockeleny (66’ Santos Adroir), Varela Jose, Baraganga Maquiadei (80’ Costa Neto Vando)

    Subs Not Used:

    Pondes Waidimir, Fernandes Edilson, Eusebio Danilson, Santos Damilson, Martins Traure

    Head coach: Gustavi Clemente

    A section of fans graced the match
    L-R: Ferdinand Chacha (First Assistant Referee), Denis Onyango (Uganda Cranes captain), William Oloya (Fourth Official), Elly Sasil (Center Referee), Sousa Pontes (Sao Tome and Principe captain) and Ally Kinduli (Second Assistant Referee)

    Match Referees:

    • Center Referee: Elly Sasil (Tanzania)
    • 1st Assistant Referee: Ferdinand Chacha (Tanzania)
    • 2nd Assistant Referee: Ally Kinduli (Tanzania)
    • 4th Official: William Oloya (Uganda)
    • Match Commissioner: Abbasi Ssendyowa (Uganda)
  • Uganda Cranes XI Vs. São Tomé and Príncipe | International Friendly Match

    Uganda Cranes XI Vs. São Tomé and Príncipe | International Friendly Match

    INTERNATIONAL FRIENDLY MATCH (Entry Fees for fans: 5000/=):

    Saturday, 24th March 2018

    • Uganda Cranes Vs São Tomé and Príncipe
    • At Mandela National Stadium, Namboole (4:45 p.m)

    *Live on 102.1 FUFA f.m and all official FUFA Social Media Plat forms

    The starting eleven for Uganda Cranes against São Tomé and Príncipe is out.

    Denis Onyango, the team captain starts in the goal posts.

    Nico Wadada is at right back and Godfrey Walusimbi starts at left back.

    Bevis Mugabi is set to earn his first debut as he partners with Murushid Juuko in central defence.

    In the midfield, Hassan Wasswa Mawanda, Geofrey Kizito, Milton Karisa and Joseph Benson Ochaya take the starting roles.

    William Kizito and Emmanuel Okwi are the two offensive players.

    Uganda Cranes XI:

    Denis Onyango (G.K), Nico Wakiro Wadada, Godfrey Walusimbi, Murushid Juuko, Bevis Mugabi, Hassan Wasswa Mawanda, Milton Karisa,  Geofrey ‘Baba’ Kizito, William Kizito Luwagga, Emmanuel Arnold Okwi, Joseph Benson Ochaya

    Subs:

    Isaac Isinde, Timothy Dennis Awany, Tadeo Lwanga, Abraham Ndugwa, Yunus  Sentamu, Hood Kawesa, Fahad Bayo, Derrick Nsibambi, Salim Jamal (G.K), Charles Lukwago (G.K)

    Match Referees:

    • Center Referee: Elly Sasil (Tanzania)
    • 1st Assistant Referee: Ferdinand Chacha (Tanzania)
    • 2nd Assistant Referee: Ally Kinduli (Tanzania)
    • 4th Official: William Oloya (Uganda)
    • Match Commissioner: Abbasi Ssendyowa (Uganda)

  • São Tomé And Príncipe, Malawi delegations arrive ahead of international build ups with the Uganda Cranes

    The team delegations from São Tomé And Príncipe as well as Malawi are already in the country ahead of two high profile international build up matches with Uganda Cranes.

    Both delegations are accommodated at Hotel Africana in the heart of Kampala city.

    The West African island nation (São Tomé And Príncipe) takes on Uganda Cranes this Saturday, 24th March 2018 (kick off is at 4:45 pm).

    Meanwhile, Uganda will face Malawi on Tuesday in yet another international friendly match (kick off is at 4 pm).

    Both matches are at Mandela National Stadium and will cost 5000/= each in the general stands. VIP fees are at 10,000/=.

    INTERNATIONAL FRIENDLY MATCHES 

    [Entry Fees for fans for each match is 5000/= (general stands) and 10,000/- (VIP)]:

    Saturday, 24th March 2018

    Uganda Cranes Vs São Tomé And Príncipe

    At Mandela National Stadium, Namboole (4:45 p.m)

    Match Referees:

    Center Referee: Elly Sasil (Tanzania)

    1st Assistant Referee: Ferdinand Chacha (Tanzania)

    2nd Assistant Referee: Ally Kinduli (Tanzania)

    4th Official: William Oloya (Uganda)

    Match Commissioner: Abbasi Ssendyowa (Uganda)

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    Tuesday, 27th March 2018

    Uganda Cranes Vs Malawi Flames

    At Mandela National Stadium, Namboole (4 pm)

    Match Referees:

    Center Referee: Louis Hakizimana (Rwanda)

    1st Assistant Referee: Theogene Ndagijimana (Rwanda)

    2nd Assistant Referee: Justin Karangwa (Rwanda)

    4th Official: Ruzindana Nsoro (Rwanda)

    Match Commissioner: Ronnie Kalema (Uganda)

  • Preview: Uganda Cranes ready to face São Tomé and Príncipe

    Preview: Uganda Cranes ready to face São Tomé and Príncipe

    INTERNATIONAL FRIENDLY MATCH (Entry Fees for fans: 5000/=):

    Saturday, 24th March 2018

    Uganda Cranes Vs São Tomé and Príncipe

    At Mandela National Stadium, Namboole (4:45 p.m)

    Match Referees:

    • Center Referee: Elly Sasil (Tanzania)
    • 1st Assistant Referee: Ferdinand Chacha (Tanzania)
    • 2nd Assistant Referee: Ally Kinduli (Tanzania)
    • 4th Official: William Oloya (Uganda)
    • Match Commissioner: Abbasi Ssendyowa (Uganda)
    Uganda Cranes will face West African island country, São Tomé and Príncipe at the National Stadium, Namboole on Saturday evening (4:45 pm) in the first of two friendly matches to be hosted by Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) during this busy International break.
    Team New and Analysis:
    The Uganda Cranes players who converged at Ivy’s Hotel in Wakaliga started training on Wednesday.
    Since then, the team has been engaged in double sessions decimated by gym drills and field work outs.
    The Saturday up-coming match comes less than three months since the French coach Sebastian Desabre took on the mantle for the Uganda Cranes.
    This will be his first home game having managed the Cranes at the 2018 African Nations Championship (CHAN) in Morocco early this year.
    Uganda Cranes during the work outs at the last training on Friday
    Addressing the media in the post-training interview at Namboole on Friday evening, Desabre confirmed as this is the only opportunity to assess the level of players display and competitive approach towards the game.
    This is my first time with the senior team and I want to use these two forthcoming friendly matches to know the ability of each player ahead of African Cup of Nation’s Qualifier games against Tanzania and Lesotho later this year.
    Gym session on Friday morning
    On discipline of players coach Desabre was quick to appreciate the players as they have lived to the expectation for this smallest time they have been together but he emphasized that discipline cannot do that match if we don’t win games.
    We want that professional touch in the team but should come along with good results on the pitch. I am a coach who at a later stage be assessed on results at pitch.
    Uganda hosts  São Tomé and Príncipe on Saturday 23 March 2018 at Mandela National Stadium before playing Malawi three days later at same venue.
    São Tomé and Príncipe arrives in Uganda on Friday night.

    Uganda Cranes players available for selection:

    Goalkeepers:
    Denis Onyango – team captain (Mamelodi Sundowns, South Africa), Charles Lukwago (KCCA, Uganda), Jamal Salim (El Merriekh, Sudan)

    Out Field players: 

    Nico Wakiro Wadada (Vipers, Uganda), Denis Iguma (Al-Ahed SC, Lebanon), Godfrey ‘Jajja Walu’ Walusimbi (Gor Mahia, Kenya), Joseph Ochaya (Lusaka Dynamos, Zambia), Bevis Kristofer Kizito Mugabi (Yeovil Town, England), Murushid Jjuuko (Simba, Tanzania), Isaac Isinde (Unattached), Timothy Dennis Awany (KCCA, Uganda), Hassan Wasswa Mawanda (El-Geish, Egypt), Tadeo Lwanga (Vipers, Uganda), Abraham Ndugwa (Masavu, Uganda), Milton Karisa (Vipers, Uganda), Emmanuel Okwi (Simba, Tanzania), Yunus  Sentamu (Tirana, Albania), Hood Kawesa (Buildcon, Zambia), Fahad Bayo (Buildcon, Zambia), Derrick Nsibambi (KCCA, Uganda)

  • Stanbic Uganda Cup: Kitara, Sc Villa, Vipers and Plascon into last 8

    Stanbic Uganda Cup: Kitara, Sc Villa, Vipers and Plascon into last 8

    Stanbic Uganda Cup

    Round of 16 Full Time Results

    Mbarara City 0-3 Kansai Plascon

    Ndejje University 0-1 SC Villa

     Kitara FC 4-0 Seeta United

    Kira United 0-1 SC Vipers.

    Soana 2(3)-2(4) KCCA FC

    UPDF 0(2)-0(4) Proline FC

    Busula FC 1-2 Synergy FC

    KJT 2-1 Bul FC

    In the second set of Stanbic Uganda Cup round of 16 matches played on Thursday afternoon, FFA Big league side Kansai Plascon eliminated Premier League team Mbarara city at Kakyeka Stadium.

    Mbarara City who are also struggling in the Azam Uganda Premier league will have to wait for the next campaign after falling to Henry Kitegenyi’s brace to take his tally to 6 goals in the competition.

    Action from the Mbarara City Fc vs Kansai Plascon Stanbic Uganda Cup match

    Mbarara city tried to come back in the second half but things worsened when Jamal Sijali scored his team’s second.

    In other games Kitara FC humiliated Seeta United by 4-0 to go through to the quarterfinals with goals from Mupenge Bula, Yasin Mubiru, Alinde Herbert Billy and Komakech Serial.

    At St. Marys’ stadium in Kitende, Kira United suffered a 1-0 defeat at the hands of SC Vipers. Erisa Sekisambu scored the penalty for his team.

    Meanwhile at Wankulukuku a first half headed goal from defender Joseph Nsubugu on 39minutes against Ndejje University earned SC Villa a slot in the last eight. Villa won 1-0.

    Joseph Nsubuga celebrates scoring the game’s solitary goal as SC Villa edged Ndejje University 1-0 in teh Stanbic Uganda Cup.

    All round of 16 winners will play in the quarterfinals and the date for the draws are yet to be confirmed.

    MAIN PHOTO: Action from the Kira United vs Vipers match played at St Mary’s Stadium Kitende. Vipers SC won 1-0. 

     

  • Futsal And Beach Soccer: Strong CAF Delegation To Visit Uganda

    Futsal And Beach Soccer: Strong CAF Delegation To Visit Uganda

    • Uganda to host CAF Committee for Development of Futsal and beach soccer.
    • Meeting to be held on Monday at Protea Hotel, Entebbe
    • Committee for Development of Futsal and Beach soccer is headed by FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo
    • CAF General Secretary Amr Fahmy and his Deputy Anthony Baffoe are also coming for the meeting 
    • Members arrive on Sunday and will watch a beach soccer league game on same day at Lido Beach
    • Ground breaking ceremony at the new beach soccer facility to be held on Sunday
    • CAF Team to watch Futsal match  at the International Futsal Arena in Mengo on Monday

    Uganda will for the first time host a meeting aimed at developing the games of Futsal and beach soccer. The Confederation of Africa Football (CAF) confirmed Uganda as the host of the meeting for the Committee of Development of Futsal and Beach Soccer that will take place on Monday, 26th March 2018 at Protea Hotel in Entebbe

    The Federation of Uganda Football Association (FUFA) CEO, Edgar Watson confirmed on Wednesday in a press conference that Uganda will host the one day meeting.

    “FUFA and Uganda will host a CAF Committee meeting on Futsal and beach soccer at Protea Hotel on Monday,” confirmed the FUFA CEO.

    The Members of the Committee are expected to arrive in Uganda on Sunday and also watch a beach soccer league game later on in the day at Lido Beach Entebbe.

    It should be noted that FUFA President Eng.Moses Magogo is the President of the CAF committee on development of Futsal and Beach soccer.

    Beach soccer in Uganda has grown in leaps and bounds. The meeting by the CAF Committee on Development of Futsal and Beach Soccer in Entebbe is expected to yield results.

    The One day meeting will have dignitaries from 18 countries including Uganda as the hosts. The function will be graced by the CAF General Secretary Amr Fahmy and CAF Deputy General Secreatary Anthony Baffoe.

    Leodegar Tenga the Vice President of the committee and a former President of the Tanzanian Football Association will also attend the meeting.

    Eng. Moses Magogo is the President of the CAF Committee for Development of Futsal and Beach Soccer

    The key aspect expected to be discussed at the meeting will be development of Futsal and Beach soccer in Africa.

    The meeting is expected to start at 9am and after a ground breaking ceremony at a beach soccer facility in Entebbe. The committee will thereafter pay a visit to the FUFA headquarters.

    A ground breaking ceremony for beach soccer facility in Uganda under FUFA in Entebbe will also be launched.

    MAIN PHOTO: CAF General Secretary Amr Fahmy will be in Uganda this weekend together with the Committee for Development of Futsal and Beach Soccer. 

  • Uganda National U-20 Squad summoned for AFCON qualifiers against South Sudan

    Uganda National U-20 Squad summoned for AFCON qualifiers against South Sudan

    The Uganda National U-20 Junior team (Hippos) has been summoned for Junior team (U-20) has been summoned to start preparations for the Total 2019 U-20 Cup of Nations  qualifiers against South Sudan on 31st March 2018 in Kampala and the return leg set for the weekend of 20-22nd April in Juba.

    Head coach Matia Lule named a 28 man squad. Training starts on Friday at the StarTimes Stadium, Lugogo .

    • Non-residential training commences on Friday 23rd March, 2018 starting 11am at StarTimes Stadium, Lugogo
    • Each player must carry a; Passport, National ID, Birth certificate

    Technical team:

    Head Coach: Lule Matia

    Ass. Coach: James Odoch

    Goalkeeping Coach: Sam Kawalya

    Media Officer: Farid Mpagi

    The Squad

    UGANDA U20 THE HIPPOS PROVISIONAL LIST

    SN FIRST NAME FAMILY NAME DOB POSITION CLUB
    1 Sadam Maseruka Maseruka 12/12/1999 Forward Buddo SS
    2 Ibrahim Thembo 02/02/1999 Forward Kansai Plascon FC
    3 Joel Jangeyambe 20/02/1999 Midfielder West Nile Province
    4 Solomon Ovoyo 09/11/1999 Midfielder West Nile Province
    5 Steven Desi Mukwala 15/07/1999 Forward Vipers SC
    6 Hamisi Tibita 09/10/1999 Forward BUL FC
    7 Clinton Kamugisha 20/11/1999 Defender Mbarara city FC
    8 Musitafa Mujuzi 05/05/1999 Defender Proline FC
    9 Geofrey Wasswa 16/10/1999 Defender Vipers SC
    10 Bashir Asiku 28/05/2000 Defender Vipers SC
    11 Ivan Eyamu 16/06/2001 Defender Kataka FC
    12 Tonny Kyamera 12/09/1999 Goalkeeper Express FC
    13 Saidi Keni 14/10/1999 Goalkeeper Proline FC
    14 Otim Denis 14/04/2000 Goalkeeper Mbarara FC
    15 Victor Matovu 06/02/1999 Defender Spain
    16 Mustafa Kizza 03/10/1999 Defender KCCA FC
    17 Allan Okello 04/07/2000 Midfielder KCCA FC
    18 Abdallah Salim 10/08/2000 Midfielder SC Villa Joggo
    19 Hebert Ochayo  28/08/1999 Defender Kibuli SS
    20 Frank Tumwesigye 06/04/1999 Midfielder Vipers SC
    21 Paul Willa 04/09/1999 Defender Police fc
    22 Fred Okot 18/05/2000 Defender URA FC
    23 Kyobe Salim 02/03/1999 Defender Sparta FC
    24 Joshua Okiror Ocen 17/09/1999 Midfielder Proline FC
    25 Julius Poloto 09/09/1999 Midfielder KCCA FC
    26 Ezra Bida 02/05/1999 Midfielder Onduparaka FC
    27 Faisal Sekyanzi 10/03/1999 Midfielder St Marys FC
    28 Sadat Anaku 09/12/2000 Striker KCCA FC

    MAIN PHOTO:  Uganda U-20  starting line up against Zambia during the 2017 COSAFA U20 football match against Zambia at Arthur Davis Stadium, Kitwe on 6 December 2017. 

  • FUFA partners with WildAid to preach the Anti-poaching campaign

    FUFA partners with WildAid to preach the Anti-poaching campaign

    Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) continues to positively engage local communities and the general public via its appealing and strong marketing department arm.

    As part of the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) cause, FUFA has reached out to millions of people in rural and urban settings through the various projects and programmes specifically designed for that noble cause.

    On Thursday, FUFA through the powerful brand of the national senior men team, the Uganda Cranes has partnered with  US based WildAid International, the agency fighting poaching of wild game and other world endangered species.

    The Uganda Cranes players currently in training at Mandela National Stadium in preparation for a busy international break with two high profile build up matches (against Sao Tome & Principe and Malawi) have been involved in the cause through a photo-shoot and filming.

    This is intended to convey a strong message to the general public against the illicit acts of poaching on wild game in a country better known to the rest of the world as the ‘Pearl of Africa’.

    ‘We try to shout out to those who do wildlife trade to stop. Our help can be recognized in any manner and in this way we have contributed to the wild life protection to maintain tourist attractions to our mother country Uganda’ team captain Denis Onyango, who plies his professional trade with South Africa’s Mamelodi Sundowns noted.

    Hassan Wasswa Mawanda during the photo shoot

    FUFA Marketing and Sales manager Esther Musoke lauded WildAid for the opportunity and appreciating Uganda Cranes brand that they can add value to this campaign in Uganda.

    ‘Am so glad that WildAid chose us over other many brands out there. This gives us (Uganda Cranes) confidence and to work even more to maintain ourselves there. To be a brand worth associating with’ Musoke said.

    WildAid head of Corporate Affairs Kilachand Nayantara was thrilled with the move taken towards helping the campaign of fighting against wild life trading through Uganda Cranes brand.

    We thought about it and we gave it a try. We thank God that everything has worked out exceedingly well.

    I want to thank FUFA, the Uganda Cranes Technical team, administrators, players for this wonderful opportunity. We shall live to look forward at working with you again

    Meanwhile, the team will continue with Day 4 residential training on Thursday evening at 4 pm at Mandela National Stadium Namboole.

    The Uganda Cranes players being briefed by an official from WildAid before the shoot out at Mandela National Stadium on Thursday
    WildAid Filming crew on duty at Namboole

     

    ABOUT WILDAID

    WildAid is an international anti poaching agency based in the U.S.

    They also work with Governments and partners to protect fragile marine reserves from illegal fishing and shark finning, to enhance public and political will for anti-poaching efforts, and to reduce climate change impacts.

    The illegal wildlife trade is a multi-billion dollar global industry largely driven by consumer demand in expanding economies.

    While most wildlife conservation groups focus on scientific studies and anti-poaching efforts, WildAid works to reduce global consumption of wildlife products and to increase local support for conservation efforts.

    They believe that when the buying stops, the killing can stop too.

     

     

  • Referees for upcoming Uganda Cranes international matches

    Referees for upcoming Uganda Cranes international matches

    INTERNATIONAL FRIENDLY MATCHES (Entry Fees for fans for each match is 5000/=):

    Saturday, 24th March 2018

    Uganda Cranes Vs Sao Tome & Principe

    At Mandela National Stadium, Namboole (4:45 p.m)

    Match Referees:

    Center Referee: Elly Sasil (Tanzania)

    1st Assistant Referee: Ferdinand Chacha (Tanzania)

    2nd Assistant Referee: Ally Kinduli (Tanzania)

    4th Official: William Oloya (Uganda)

    Match Commissioner: Abbasi Ssendyowa (Uganda)

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    Tuesday, 27th March 2018

    Uganda Cranes Vs Malawi Flames

    At Mandela National Stadium, Namboole (4 pm)

    Match Referees:

    Center Referee: Louis Hakizimana (Rwanda)

    1st Assistant Referee: Theogene Ndagijimana (Rwanda)

    2nd Assistant Referee: Justin Karangwa (Rwanda)

    4th Official: Ruzindana Nsoro (Rwanda)

    Match Commissioner: Ronnie Kalema (Uganda)

  • Stanbic Uganda Cup: KCCA FC, Proline, KJT and Synergy advance to the Quarterfinals

    Stanbic Uganda Cup: KCCA FC, Proline, KJT and Synergy advance to the Quarterfinals

    Stanbic Uganda Cup 2017/2018

    Round of 16

    Tuesday 21st March 2018

    Soana FC 2(3)- 2(4) KCCA FC

    KJT FC 2-1 BUL FC

    Busula FC 1-2 Synergy FC

    UPDF FC 0(2)- 0(4) Proline FC

     Thursdy 22nd March, 2018-All Kick off at 4pm 

    Ndejje University vs SC Villa at Wankulukuku

    Mbarara City FC vs Kansai Plascon

    Kira United vs Vipers SC at St.Mary’s stadium in Kitende

    Kitara vs Seeta United

    Holders KCCA FC booked a berth into the quarterfinals of this year’s Stanbic Uganda Cup edging past Soana FC in the round of 16 game played at Kavumba Recreation Centre on Wednesday.

    KCCA FC needed penalties to see off a resilient Soana FC after normal time had ended 2-2.

    Steven Ategeka struck a brace with his first goal coming in 12th minute then the other being a late equalizer in the 88th minute.

    Patrick Kaddu and substitute Paul Mucureezi scored for KCCA FC in normal time before eventually winning the game 4-2 on kicks from the penalty.

    Proline FC also needed penalties to edge out UPDF FC. The Lugogo based side won the shootout 4-2 after normal time ended goalless.

    Mujib Kasule was delighted with the team performance and believes the confidence gained from progressing to the next stage will help improve the team’s performance in the next games.

    “ The players’ attitude was good and fought up to the final whistle. Going into the quarterfinals gives us courage and belief going into the next games.” said Kasule

    Proline FC Starting XI against UPDF in Bombo on Wednesday during the round of 16 Stanbic Uganda cup match

    At Villa Park, KJT FC continued their Cinderalla story in the competition by eliminating azam Uganda Premier League side BUL FC.

    Ashraf Zzizinga of KJT (17) vying for possession with BUL’s Umar Mukobe in a match played at Villa Park. KJT’s beautiful history in the Stanbic Uganda Cup continues with another Premier League falling at their hands.

    Allan Serunga was the hero of the day striking a brace for the team that plays in the 4th division (Kampala District Football League).

    Jean Pierre  Muhindo pulled one back for BUL FC but was not enough to take them to the next stage.

    KJT coach Ronald Ssali lauded the players for the commitment and dedicated victory to his dad who was laid to rest earlier today.

    Fufa Big League side Synergy FC earned a hard-fought 2-1 away win against Busula FC with Mbido Kalaga scoring both goals. Ezra Kaye got the consolation for the Buganda regional league side.

    Paul Kayongo the coach of Busula despite failing to progress picked postives from the game.

    Action from the Busula vs Synergy match.

    “ I thank my players because we put up a better performance than them (Synergy FC) despite failing to advance.” He said after the game.

    Action continues on Thursday with four games on card.  Ndejje University host SC Villa at Wankulukuku, Mbarara City FC will be at home to Kansai Plascon while Kira United will host Vipers SC at St.Mary’s stadium in Kitende. Seeta United travel to Hoima to face Kitara FC.

    The teams that advance to the quarterfinals are now assured of 5 million shillings with the overall winner getting 30 million shillings.

    The final for the 44th edition is expected to take place in Kumi District in June.

    MAIN PHOTO: Patrick Kaddu celebrating his team’s equaliser for the score board to read (1-1) against Soana FC. The match ended 2-2 before kicks from the penalty mark decided the game.