The FUFA Emergency Committee that sat on Friday morning 26th January, 2018 at FUFA House in Mengo to discuss adjustments on FUFA budgets has passed key financial decisions with effect from 1st January.
Decisions on key areas will be implemented with immediate effect but here are highlights in the areas of club football and refereeing for 2017/2018 season where prize monies have either been introduced or improved;
The prize monies for FUFA Competitions have increased from UGX 20M to UGX 426M.
Prize Monies announced for FUFA’s 10 Competitions
Champions, Cup Winners and rankings of other teams in the FUFA Competitions will be rewarded with cash prizes at the end of each football season. The figures as broken down apply to the 2017/2018 season;
FUFA has set aside prize monies worth UGX 426 M for 10 Competitions in the 2017/2018 season.
Breakdown-Cash Prizes in the Uganda Premier League
The breakdown of the Cash prize Money in the Uganda Premier League. The champion team will get UGX 60M. FUFA has announced a cash prize package of 128M for the 16 clubs in the top flight for the 2017/2018 seasonUGX 7.5M has been put aside as cash prize money for the FUFA U18 Juniors League starting this season 2017/2018
Payment for Referees’ fees in Regional Leagues
FUFA has also taken a giant step and will now pay the close to 200 referees’ match fees who officiate in the 8 Regional leagues (Northern, West Nile, North East, Western, Buganda, Kampala, Kitara and Eastern).
It should be noted that FUFA has been meeting the referees’ match day costs in the Uganda Premier League, FUFA Big League, FUFA Juniors League, Uganda Cup, FUFA Women Elite League and FUFA Women’s Cup.
Picture of refererees who officiated the FUFA Big League final in 2017 between Maroons FC and Masavu FC at Lugogo. FUFA will now meet the costs of referees handling the 8 Regional Leagues.Action between Olila High School (red) and Gafford Ladies (Blue) in the FUFA Women’s Cup final held at Madibira Primary school play ground in Busia last year. There is Prize money for both the FUFA Women Elite League and Cup Competition.
The Emergency Committee meeting was attended by FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo, Justus Mugisha (1st FUFA Vice President), Darius Mugoye (2nd Vice President), Rasoul Ariga (Chairman FUFA Finance Committee), Chris Kalibala (Executive Member), Rogers Byamukama (Executive Member), Hamid Juma (Executive Member), Humphrey Mandu (FUFA Deputy CEO) and George Bakiwanya (FUFA Finance Assistant).
Ahead of the long awaited kick off for the second round of the FUFA Women Elite League, the key stake holders (Club head coaches, Chief Executive Officers and Goalkeepers’ coaches) convened at a largely successful interactive meeting held at FUFA House in Mengo, Kampala.
The meeting was presided over by the FUFA Executive Committee Member and the Chairman of the Uganda Football Development Committee Chris Kalibala.
Mr Kalibala was flanked by the Federation Technical Director Asuman Lubowa, the Acting FUFA Competition Secretary Hajjati Aisha Nalule, Jackson Nyiima (FUFA Education Officer), Hadijah ‘Lady Mourihoh’ Namuyanja (FUFA Women Officer), Bashir Mutyaba (FUFA Youth Officer), Faridah Bulega (Uganda Crested Cranes head coach), as well as other members of the FUFA Competitions development.
L-R: Hajjati Aisha Nalule, Faridah Bulega, Chris Kalibala, Asuman Lubowa, Jackson Nyiima, Hadijah ‘Lady Mourinoh’ Namuyanja and Bashir Mutyaba
The meeting rotated around the review of the first round for the 2017/18 FUFA Women Elite League first round in projection of how to make it better in the subsequent round.
Also, several crucial aspects of the game in the areas of Technical, Competition were discussed as well.
‘The meeting yielded fruitful deliberations because it was very interactive and education as well. Key important ideas were shared and discussed in a healthy way’ Namuyanja affirmed to www.fufa.co.ug.
Club CEO’s were further reminded of their respective roles and tasks at hand, all intended on how best to ensure tranquility, organization, marketing gimmicks at club level as the Women Elite League grows to greater heights.
Also, regulations concerning affluent governance structures, transfer of players, respect of fixtures as well as education of coaches were also a key hint during the meeting.
The officials who attended the evaluation meeting were very cooperative and interactive
“Coaches for instance were further reminded on how to make the players understanding the game especially with football basics as we continue with the development process of players and the league as a whole. This development league has clearly set objectives, which we are working towards to’ Namuyanja added.
All the clubs that feature in the Women Elite League, apart from Gafford Ladies were represented at the meeting.
Meanwhile, the fixtures for the second round and the FUFA Women Cup will be released by the federation competitions department as soon as possible.
Relatedly, the various clubs continue to prepare for the second round kick off with training sessions and build up matches here and there.
The latest build up at Villa Park played between Kampala Queens and Kawempe Muslim ended one all.
Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) has partnered with Sports Broadcasting as they announced the acquisition of the major commercial and media rights for the Uganda Premier League (UPL), FUFA Big League and the FUFA Uganda Cup.
The four year deal starts from 1st June 2018 ending 31st July 2022 valued at US $ 3 million.
The announcement was made on Thursday, 25th January 2018 at Achwa Hall, Serena International Hotel, Kampala.
The FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo graced the momentous occasion alongside the chief guest Godfrey Kiwanda Suubi (State Minister of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities).
Eng. Magogo was also flanked by the Director of the Sports Broadcasting Brutus Kagingo, Dr Naamara Warren (Chairman, Sports Broadcasting), Dennis Mbidde (Managing Director, Sports Broadcasting), Chairman FUFA Super League (Arinaitwe Rugyendo), Zubair Ggaliwango (National Council of Sports), UPL board members, FUFA Executive Committee member Rogers Byamukama and FUFA Staff.
This is an important milestone in the history of Ugandan football that will see Ugandans enjoying both live games of the 1st and 2nd Division Leagues not forgetting the Ugandan Cup.
Ugandans can look forward to watching all the 240 games of the Uganda Premier league from the comfort of their homes, work places and hangouts.
It is anticipated that in the years to come, this innovation will change the way Ugandans view and consume not just football but Ugandan Sport in general.
Sports Broadcasting is enthusiastic about reaching this agreement with FUFA and UPL because it aligns with the company strategy to develop and share local sports content, build football awareness and support for Ugandan sport in medium term, and East African sports in the long term.
Further details about the broadcasting medium and how to access Ugandan football games in the UPL, FUFA Big League and Uganda Cup will be announced in the near future.
What they said at the launch:
Eng. Moses Magogo, the FUFA President
Eng. Moses Magogo (FUFA President):
Using the lessons from the previous failed attempt to professionalize club football. FUFA has constructed solid governance for club football and enforced the club licensing.
Combined with the education of the technical and administrative Human Resource, professionalism is being entrenched at all levels.
This has given birth to commercialization which will yield more resources for the betterment of our game. What we are witnessing today is a new dawn and the beginning of an avalanche of sponsors to football.
Bienvenue Sports Broadcasting.
Arinaitwe Rugyendo
Arinaitwe Rugyendo (Chairman, FUFA Super League):
This sponsorship is probably the biggest in recent times.
It goes to show that Ugandan football is on a growth trajectory, I attribute this to harmony, stability and integrity in the local game. I hank Sports Broadcasting Limited for being part of a steady progress currently shaking Ugandan Football.
Brutus Kagingo, the Chairman of the Sports Broadcasting Limited
This is one of the most transformational and successful partnerships in the history of sports in Uganda. With these rights, Sports Broadcasting Limited will deliver world class local content to passionate sports fans in Uganda.
Dennis Mbidde Ssebugwawo
Dennis Mbidde Ssebugwawo (Managing Director, Sports Broadcasting Limited):
In the last decade, FUFA management has done a commendable job with professionalizing football in Uganda.
We are now moving onto the next phase of commercializing football and television is a great place to start.
I applaud FUFA for taking the bold step in offering these rights to a Ugandan Broadcaster and look forward to a fruitful partnership that will unpack a world of benefits for both the sports and fans.
Hon Godfrey Kiwanda Suubi
Hon. Godfrey Kiwanda Suubi (State Minister of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities):
We thank the FUFA President and the people who have been instrumental in bringing sanity in sports.
I congratulate sports broadcasting for this milestone.
Zubair Ggaliwango
Hajji Zubair Ggaliwango:
Government is in full support of all sports activities.
There is a full supplementary budget of Shs.17 Billion that has been passed by the Government for sports activities with football inclusive.
Part of this money will carter for the Common Wealth games preparations and Uganda Cranes’ preparations AFCON 2019 qualification.
Concerning the Sports Broadcasting, this is a great development and initiative.
Some of the Journalists who attended the unveiling of Sports Broadcasting Limited at Achwa Hall, Serena International Hotel, Kampala on Thursday, 25th January 2018
About Sports Broadcasting Ltd.
Sports Broadcasting is a Ugandan sports production and marketing company that is committed to the strategic development of sports content, disseminated through various media channels including television, radio and online. Sports Broadcasting focus is on the commercialization of sports in both Uganda and the greater East African region.
For the very 1st time in history of refereeing in Uganda, Federation of Uganda Football Association (FUFA) has awarded badges to 10 Beach soccer referees at a ceremony held at the new Special Interest Group offices in Lungujja.
The handing over ceremony was presided over by former FIFA referee Ali Tomusange who encouraged the referees to execute their work with positive attitude in order to maintain these badges.
Some of the Beach Soccer Referees with the administrators
‘I call upon all those who have received the badges to defend them because FUFA reserves the right of giving them and calling them back’ noted Tomusange warned them.
Uganda has three international referees with FIFA badges.
The referees who received the badges included:
Ali Sekimwanyi, Brunno Kiyimba, Justine Nambafu,Wamalwa Samantha, Kennedy Kawagga, Patrick Sebuliba, Jackson Busingye, Suleiman Mutebi, Joram Madoba and Dhamuzungu Aly Magumba .
The Uganda Cranes delegation at the TOTAL CHAN 2018 tournament in Morocco safely and successfully returned home on Wednesday afternoon aboard Qatar Airways on flight QR 1387 via Doha to Entebbe International Airport.
The players and officials were warmly welcomed by the FUFA national teams’ officer Patrick Ntege and Muhammod Blatter Kalema at around 2:30 p.m.
Bernard Muwanga, the team captain upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport on Wednesday
The delegation also had on board the FUFA President and CAF Executive Committee Member Eng. Moses Magogo and Hamid Juma, a FUFA Executive Committee member.
Milton Karisa at the Entebbe International Airport Arrival lounge
‘We learnt a lot of things while in Morocco. This CHAN tournament was good for the exposure of players as well as a platform to prepare for the future tournaments. There is an official press conference planned after the CHAN tournament that will be addressed by the FUFA President and the head coach Sebastien Desabre. The date and venue will be notified to the members of the media’ Ahmed Hussein, the FUFA Communications manager told the media at the Airport.
Ahmed Hussein addressing the media after the Uganda Cranes team arrival from Morocco
After checking out, the players and officials were then received by their friends and family members.
The Uganda Cranes bus drove the team to Kampala at the FUFA headquarters.
Meanwhile, head coach Sebastien Desabre is in Europe where he will continue with the official duties as he interacts with many of the European based players.
TOTAL CHAN 2018 Championship (Group B final matches):
Uganda 0-0 Cote D’Ivoire
Zambia 1-1 Namibia
Uganda Cranes and Cote D’Ivoire played to a goal-less draw during the final group B match played at Marrakech stadium on Monday night.
The starting team named by head coach Sebastien Desabre had two key changes from the previous line up.
Aggrey Madoi and Musitafa Mujjuzi were the new players introduced.
Derrick Nsibambi races away from the Ivorian players during the gameIbrahim Sadam Juma had a decent game against Cote D’Ivoire
Uganda Cranes created a couple of chances which fell to Sadam Ibrahim Juma, Milton Karisa, Allan Kyambadde and second half substitute Muzamiru Mutyaba.
There were only two substitutions made in the game. Mutyaba replaced Kyambadde with 30 minutes left and Nelson Senkatuka came on for Derrick Nsibambi, the scorer of the only goal Uganda left with in the tournament.
Action from the Uganda – Cote D’Ivoire match on Monday night
The Uganda Cranes head coach told a post match press conference that he is pretty sure the team will improve a great deal given the exposure at CHAN 2018. He also hinted on how he will continue to monitor all the players including the others playing outside Uganda and test them out in the March international friendly designated days.
We came into this game with positivity to finish above Ivory Coast. We created chances but never utilized them.
My boys are learning the style of play we need to display.Such competitions are good for the players. CAF organised a good tournament. We shall not be the same after this tournament. FIFA dates in March will help me to continue evaluating the players including the foreign based.
Players from the 2016 CHAN helped the new kids on the block for this tournament.
Uganda Cranes head coach Sebastien Desabre during the press conference
Meanwhile, Zambia played to a one all draw with Namibia to finish top and second respectively.
Uganda Cranes XI Vs Cote D’Ivoire
Relatedly, the team travel lite-nary back home will be communicated in the due course and the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo alongside the head coach Desabre will address the media on a confirmed date and venue.
Team Line Ups:
Uganda XI: Isima Bin Abdul Rashid Watenga (G.K), Nico Wakiro Wadada, Aggrey Madoi, Musitafa Mujjuzi, Bernard Muwanga (Captain), Taddeo Lwanga, Milton Karisa, Juma Sadam Ibrahim, Allan Kyambadde (60’ Muzamiru Mutyaba), Derrick Nsibambi, (75’ Nelson Senkatuka), Isaac Muleme
Subs Not Used:
Benjamin Ochan (G.K), Abubakar Kasule, Joseph Nsubuga, Moses Waiswa Ndhondhi, Rahmat Ssenfuka, Paul Mucureezi, Seif Batte
Injured: Muhammad Shaban, Keni Saidi (G.K)
Suspended: Timothy Dennis Awany
Head coach: Desabre Serge Louis Sebestien (France)
Bunyoro province is among the teams that will take part in the inter province tournament ( THE FUFA DRUM) that was introduced last year by the federation of uganda football associations.
In preparation for this tournament the province had a launch on 20th January 2018 at Hoima booma ground.
Baker Buyala scored for Buganda as Julius Rulinda replied for the home team in the one all stalemate.
The province unveiled its players to the public and the the newly appointed prime minister of Bunyoro kitara kingdom was the chief guest who represented his highness the Omukama of Bunyoro kingdom.
In his speech, he appealed for transparency and accountability, which are key pillars to promoting the beautiful game.
“We need to work together with the kingdom and the kingdom is ready to give support to football activities” said the prime minister, Owek Andrew Byakutaaga.
Buganda Province XI
Match referees prior to kick off
There was a trial match between Bunyoro province and Buganda province which ended in a one all draw.
At the same function, the Bunyoro Province Drum Chairman Edgar Agaba who is also the CEO for Rotaries and gaming in Uganda asked the Kingdom to avail land to the sports fraternity in a bid to have a modern stadium constructed in Bunyoro which he said would help in accommodating professional matches like Uganda Premier League.
The momentous event was also graced by the Drum’s National chairman Rogers Byamukama who is also the communication and marketing boss at FUFA,who called upon all the Banyoro to rally behind this team by rendering it the necessary support.
Bunyoro Province Organizing team members being introduced
There was lots of fun, entertainment and networking as we celebrate our ancestry since its the theme for this tournament
Monday, 22nd January: Uganda Cranes Vs Cote D’Ivoire
Marrakech (10 p.m, East African Standard Time)
Live on 102.1 FUFA f.m and all Official FUFA Social Media plat forms
Uganda Cranes will play in their final group B match at the TOTAL CHAN 2018 championship in Morocco against Cote D’Ivoire this coming Monday, 22nd January 2017 in Marrakech.
This will be the final group game for the two countries at the biannual championship that only accommodates locally based players.
The Uganda Cranes team had previously lost by 3-1 and 1-0 to Zambia and Namibia respectively in the earlier matches.
Striker Nelson Senkatuka attempts to dribble past head coach Sebastien Desabre in training on Saturday
After the Saturday training session, Uganda Cranes head coach Sebastien Desabre remained optimistic the team will perform to the e
The game against Cote D’Ivoire is not a friendly match. We need every player to give in 100 percent commitment to make sure Uganda finishes third in the group. The evaluation of players continues and with the football exhibited in the first two matches, this will be a good stepping stone to continue with the team.
Positive energy:
Desabre has also demanded positive energy like it was in earlier two matches.
We are demanding the same positive energy from the players like in the earlier two games at CHAN 2018 as we finish up the group games on Monday.
Shaban Boost:
Striker Muhammed Shaban trained with the rest of the teammates on Saturday morning.
The KCCA forward had missed the previous match against Namibia due to an ankle sprain.
Shaban’s timely recovery will boost the attacking options with Derrick Nsibambi and Nelson Senkatuka all available for the match.
Goalie Keni Saidi sickness:
On a worrying note however, goalkeeper Keni Saidi missed the Saturday training due to a bout of malaria.
The rest of the players are ready for the match on Monday. Only defender Timothy Awanyi is expected to miss the game due to suspension.
Uganda Cranes players in training on Saturday morningUganda Cranes players
The Uganda Cranes will conduct the final training session on Sunday with the pre match press conference ahead of Monday’s final group game.
Buganda Region Football Association organised an U17 beginners referees course at Dynamic Secondary School, Ssonde.
The beginners Course has attracted 80 participants with 20 girls from all Buganda region football districts and has run 15th-20th January 2018 .
According to Abu Zikusooka the Chairman Technical Committee BRFA, the course was residential because many participants come from long distances and could not commute on a daily basis.
The course is facilitated by Retired FIFA Referees Nelson Nsubuga Mubanda. Samuel Kayondo and Sewaya Miti.
‘The course is aimed at nurturing future referees who will help fill the vacuum of retiring referees’ Said Mubanda.
Mubanda also noted that the reason why Ugandan referees have failed to get FIFA badges and officiate at International level is because they join the field of refereeing when they are already old and therefore the young get accustomed to the laws and rules of the game this they will have a chance and time to upgrade and officiate International Matches.
The Junior Referees course is part of the four beginner courses running between 15-20 January 2018 at FUFA House, Mango, Kajjansi and Luwero.
Namibia defeated Uganda Cranes 1-0 during the two countries’ second group B matches at the TOTAL CHAN Championship in Marrakech, Morocco on Thursday night.
Panduleni Nekundi scored deep in added time of the second half to see the Brave Warriors to their second win in the tournament.
Bernard Muwanga leads the rest of the Uganda Cranes team from the dressing rooms
Uganda Cranes had been the better side for long spells of the game with Milton Karisa, Derrick Nsibambi and Allan Kyambadde coming close on different moments.
Derrick Nsibambi in action
Head coach Sebastien Desabre had called for only one change from the team that lost 3-1 to Zambia.
Goalkeeper Isma Watenga replaced Benjamin Ochan on the starting list with the rest of the players maintained.
Uganda Cranes’ defender Timothy Awanyi was sent off after a foul with about 14 minutes left on the clock.
Uganda Cranes XI vs Namibia
Zambia who had earlier defeated Cote D’Ivoire 2-0 thus progress to the quarter finals with Namibia.
Uganda’s final group B match will be held on 22nd January 2018 against Cote D’Ivoire.
A section of passionate Uganda Cranes fans in the terraces during the match against NamibiaSebastien Desabre, Uganda Cranes head coach
Uganda Cranes XI Vs Namibia:
Isma Watenga (GK), Nico Wakiro Wadada, Isaac Muleme, Dennis Timothy Awanyi, Bernard Muwanga (C), Taddeo Lwanga, Milton Karisa, Muzamir Mutyaba (85′ Sheif Batte), Derrick Nsibambi, Ibrahim Sadam Juma (56′ Paul Mucureezi), Allan Kyambadde (74′ Nelson Senkatuka)
Subs Not Used: Saidi Keni (G.K), Benjamin Ochan (G.K), Aggrey Madoi, Rahmat Senfuka, Joseph Nsubuga, Mustapha Mujjuzi, Shaban Muhammed, Mubarak Kasule, Moses Waiswa
Uganda Cranes will return to action on Thursday with all their minds set on picking up maximum points against Namibia.
Having lost the opener against Zambia 3-1 in Group B at the Grand Stade Marrakech, in Morocco the Head coach Sebastien Desabre has cautioned his players not to relax.
One of the senior players on the team Sadam Ibrahim Juma attended the official press conference on Wednesday morning together with Sebastien and FUFA Communications Manager Ahmed Hussein.
Sebastien watching his troops during training on Tuesday evening
‘We know what is at stake in the next two games. We have belief in every player in the team. We all win or lose as a team. We never pick out individuals for any mistakes made during the game. Mistakes are made by the entire team not just one player’ said Sadam.
In reference to goalkeeper Benjamin Ochan following a question from the media during the press conference, Sadam responded;
‘We have total confidence in every player in the team. We know Ochan is a very good goalkeeper and we trust him. Everyone in camp is looking forward to the game against Namibia’ added Sadam.
Sadam Ibrahim Juma says every player in camp is ready for the next game against Namibia on Thursday.
The head coach promised not to change his philosophy about he wants his players to play football.
‘I will not change my philosophy of offensive football. My players know I need a positive reaction from them in the next two games to remain in the tournament. Attacking football calls for a compact backline’ said Frenchman Sebastien.
Sebastien also confirmed that striker Muhamad Shaban will not be available for selection against Namibia.
Sebastien durig the Press conference on Wednesday
‘He is not feeling well. He injured his ankle during training. We might use him in the final group match. However we have options that will come in and do a good job’ added Sebastien.
L-R Sadam Juma, Sebastien Desabre and Ahmed HusseinL-R FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo with the team Doctors Kisolo Ronald and Ivan Sewanyana at the training in Marrakech
Uganda Cranes will play Namibia on Thursday at the Grand Stade Marrakech at 7.30pm Local time (10.30pm EAST). Match will be broadcast live on 102.1 FUFA fm.
MAIN PHOTO: Sadam Juma at the Press conference on Wednesday morning
Uganda Cranes Head coach Sebastien Desabre has conducted two training sessions since Sunday when his team lost 3-1 to Zambia in the opening match of Group B in the Total CHAN Finals 2018, Morocco.
However for every training session held on Monday and Tuesday, the Frenchman has preached positivity and belief from his players.
‘Let us plan for the next game against Namibia. Nothing is impossible in football. I believe you all know what is expected of us on Thursday’ said Sebastien after the training on Tuesday held at the outer pitch of the Grand Stade Marrakech.
‘We created many chances in the first half against Zambia but never utilized them well. We are planning well for our next crucial match’ added Sebastien
All players took part in the training session on Tuesday except for KCCA FC striker Muhammad Shaban who suffered a knock on his ankle of the right leg.
‘I have 22 other players in camp and I need to see them rise to the occasion if Shaban doesn’t make the squad on Thursday. We need to make a difference with good results’ said Sebastien.
Shaban’s injury will be assessed by the Uganda Cranes medical team.
Shaban sat out Tuesday’s session with an ankle injury picked up on Monday in training.
Tuesday’s training session was watched by the Minister of State for Sports Hon Charles Bakkabulindi and FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo.
Wednesday’s activities for Uganda Cranes;
Official Press Conference: 11am Local Time (2pm EAST) Grand Stade Marrakech
Official Training: 4pm Local Time (7pm EAST) at Annex 4, Grand Stade Marrakech (Opening 15minutes for Media)
MAIN PHOTO: Uganda Cranes Head coach Sebstien Desabre
The prime agenda of FUFA and the member associations is to lure as many partners and sponsors to the support the beautiful game in the country.
In line with the aforementioned goal, FUFA has empowered all her member associations to lobby and solicit for sponsors in the name of building the base of football.
Buganda Region Football Association through Zone one and Mukono District Football Association (MDFA) are on the spot.
City Sports House has joined hands with the zone with a kits sponsorship estimated at Ug.shs 10M for 4 years.
The sports selling house will provide uniforms to the four clubs per season – the best in Mukono DFA league and the finalists at the Zone one mini league.
This was revealed at the official kits handover ceremony held at Mukono Satellite beach.
The function was also graced by the Buganda Regional Chairman Andrew Kaweesa, Buganda Zone 1 chairman Daniel Yenka, City Sports House Director, Peter Ssebufu, among others.
‘We are happy that our clubs will benefit directly from this sponsorship.We call upon the clubs to optimally put to use this sponsorship and in return support City Sports House. We also rally the fans and other clubs to join the bandwagon. I call upon more sponsors and partners to join the struggle of supporting our football development’ Kaweesa appealed.
Yenka lauded City Sports House for the timely support.
‘There is no better way to appreciate this partnership and support than us supporting you and recommending many other clubs and teams to buy sports equipment from you’ Yenka said in his submission.
Daniel Yenka (standing) during his remarks
The event was also attended by the region CEO Brian Ssejjemba, DFA Vice chairman Alex Isabirye, who represented the chairman Michael Kakande, Steven Ssemakula (Sales Executive, City Sports House), club officials as Muhammed Nkangabwe (Bukerere F.C), Jamil Kintu (Sowadu), Ali Kiwanuka (Buikwe Red Stars Finance manager), Moses Lubega Wojulubu (Kayunga District representative), Drake Ssentongo (Mukono DFA Executive Committee member and sports journalist), Baster Sseyonga (Sports Journalist), Ahmed Ssemanda and Baker Sserwadda, as well as the media.
The Kampala Region Football Association has organised a six days referees beginners’ course taking place at FUFA House, Mengo.
The Course has attracted 45 participants including those coming from as far as Masaka, Mubende and Kalangala.
The course has both theory and practical sessions for the first five days and the final day will be utilized for examinations.
According to the course examiner, a retired FIFA referee Ali Tomusange, those who will pass the theory and physical fitness test will sit for third paper which will qualify them as beginner referees.
‘This is a strategy by FUFA to have many referees as possible who will officiate games allover Uganda’ Said Tomusange.
He added that similar courses are all taking place at Kajjansi, Bugiri and Seeta which is meant for girls and boys Under the age of 17.
The courses are facilitated by qualified referee instructors Ronnie Kalema, Ali Tomusange, Ali Waiswa, Catherine Adipo, Samuel Egesa, Mansoor Kimumwe, David Davis Katabira and Denis Ojwee.
Those who will pass the physical test and theoretical exams will be awarded with certificates.
TOTAL 2018 CHAN CHAMPIONSHIP (Group B): Zambia 3-1 Uganda
Lazarous Kambole, Augustine Mulenga and Fackson Kapumbu all had a goal each as Zambia Chipolopolo Stars rolled off the TOTAL 2018 CHAN Championship on a sound note with a 3-1 victory over Uganda Cranes in Marrakech on Sunday.
Derrick Nsibambi scored Uganda’s consolation.
Here is the pictorial from the match.
Muzamiru Mutyaba dribbles during the game on Sunday night in MarrakechFans in the stands (Photo by CAF Media division)Derrick Nsibambi celebrates his strikeUganda Coaches in the dug out: (L-R) – Fred Kajoba (Goalkeeping coach), Mathias Lule (Assistant coach) and the head coach, Louis Serge Sebestien DesabreUganda Cranes bench during the customary pre-match customs in MarrakechUganda Cranes XI vs Zambia prior to the TOTAL 2018 CHAN Championship in Marrakech, Morocco
L-R (Standing): Ibrahim Sadam Juma, Denis Timothy Awanyi, Tadeo Lwanga, Milton Karisa, Allan Kyambadde, Benjamin Ochan and Bernard Muwanga (Captain).
Front Row (L-R): Muzamiru Mutyaba, Derrick Nsibambi, Isaac Muleme and Nico Wakiro Wadada
Milton Karisa dribbles away from Zambia’s Augustine Kabaso Mulenga as Nico Wakiro Wadada follows closely during the matchL-R FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo, CAF President Ahmad Ahmad and Minister of State for Sports Hon. Charles Bakkabulindi in MarrakechDerrick Nsibambi fights for a high ball with Zambia’s captain Ziyo Tembo during the match in MarrakechZambia’s goalkeeper Toaster Nsabata reacts faster to collect a high ball ahead of Allan Kyambadde and Derrick NsibambiUganda Cranes head coach Sebastien Desabre during the post match press conference
Uganda’s next match will be against Namibia on Thursday, 18th January 2018 in Marrakech.
Team Line Ups:
Uganda Cranes XI: Benjamin Ochan (GK), Nico Wakiro Wadada, Isaac Muleme, Timothy Denis Awany, Bernard Muwanga, Tadeo Lwanga, Milton Karisa, Ibrahim Sadam Juma (70′ Shaban Muhammad), Allan Kyambadde (80′ Nelson Senkantuka), Muzamiru Mutyaba (75′ Moses Waiswa Ndhondhi), Derrick Nsibambi
Subs Not Used:
Keni Saidi (G.K), Isma Watenga (G.K), Abubakar Kasule, Joseph Nsubuga, Musitafa Mujuzi, Rahmat Ssenfuka, Aggrey Madoi, Paul Mucureezi
Head coach: Louis Serge Sebestien Desabre (France)
Derrick Nsibambi is joined by Ibrahim Sadam Juma to celebrate the Uganda’s equalizer that made the game 1 all
Uganda Cranes suffered a heart breaking start at the 2018 Total Championship of African Nations (CHAN) Tournament in Morocco on Sunday in Marrakech.
The Cranes lost 3-1 to Zambia Chipolopolo Stars during one of the two group B matches.
With four minutes to the end of the first half, striker Derrick Nsibambi cancelled out Lazarous Kambole’s 38th minute opener as the two sides rested for the mandatory half time break tied one goal apiece.
Muzamiru Mutyaba dribbles during the game on Sunday night in Marrakech
Zambia scored two further goals in the second half through Augustine Mulenga and Fackson Kapumbu in the 63rd and 71st minutes respectively.
Uganda Cranes new head coach Sebestien Desabre called for changes as Muhammad Shaban replaced Ibrahim Sadam Juma with twenty minutes left on the clock.
Midfielder Moses Wasiwa came on for Muzamiru Mutyaba on 75 minutes and striker Nelson Senkantuka replaced Allan Kyambadde inside the final ten minutes.
The changes however did not have any instant impact.
Isaac Muleme was cautioned with less than five minutes left on the clock.
Milton Karisa dribbles away from Kabaso Mulenga (shirt 17) during the match
The Chipolopolo Stars now lead group B with three points and a two goal difference margin, ahead of Namibia who registered a slim 1-0 win against Cote D’Ivoire.
Uganda’s next match will be against Namibia on Thursday, 18th January 2018 in Marrakech.
Uganda Cranes XI vs Zambia prior to the TOTAL 2018 CHAN Championship in Marrakech, Morocco
Team Line Ups:
Uganda Cranes XI: Benjamin Ochan (GK), Nico Wakiro Wadada, Isaac Muleme, Timothy Denis Awany, Bernard Muwanga, Tadeo Lwanga, Milton Karisa, Ibrahim Sadam Juma (70′ Shaban Muhammad), Allan Kyambadde (80′ Nelson Senkantuka), Muzamiru Mutyaba (75′ Moses Waiswa Ndhondhi), Derrick Nsibambi
Head coach: Louis Serge Sebestien Desabre (France)
Zambia XI:
Toaster Nsabata (G.K), Simon Silwimba, Fackson Kapumbu, Adrian Chama, Ziyo Tembo (Captain), Donashano Malama, Kondwani Mtonga, Ernest Mbewe, Augustine Kabaso Mulenga, Lazarous Kambole, Alex Ng’onga
Subs:
Moses Mapulanga (G.K), Allan Chibwe (G.K), John Mwengani, Lawrence Chungu, Chanda Mushili, Martin Phiri, Mike Katiba, Larry Bwalya, Godfrey Ngwenya, Jackson Chirwa, Isaac Shamujompa, Friday Samu
Head Coach: Wedson Witson Nyirenda (Zambia)
Officials:
Center Referee: Mehdi Abid Charef (Algeria)
1st Assistant Referee: Mokrane Gourari (Algeria)
2nd Assistant Referee: Seydou Tiama (Burkina Faso)
Fourth Official: Mustapha Ghorbal (Algeria)
Commissioner: Ibrahim Musa Gusau (Nigeria)
General Coordinator: Amadeo Nguema Ondo Bindang (Equatorial Guinea)
Former FIFA Referees Denis Batte and Samuel Kayondo are leading the pack of new 71 retired referees who are undergoing a four day Referees Assessment course at the FUFA Technical Centre Njeru from 12th-15th Jan. 2018. The FUFA Referee Assessors program plays a crucial role and is within FUFA’s programme for Referee development. The aim of the Assessors course is to enable participants to develop awareness of the role of the Referee Assessors and provide the basic tools, practice and policies they need to carry out their roles effectively. The course has also attracted 49 active assessors bringing the number to 120 participants who will undergo mandatory exams for certification to be enrolled into the main pool of Licensed Assessors in the country. The y will help in assessing all FUFA sanctioned leagues including the newly created ‘The FUFA Drum’.
Attendants of the course at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru
Course graduates will be able to.
Identify and apply the multifaceted role of the referee Assessor
Understand and apply basic assessment guidelines
Identify the positive relationships and communication skills needed to work collaboratively with colleagues
Recognize the desirable personal characteristics and qualities
Demonstrate that they have a sound knowledge of the Laws of the Game, modern interpretation and applications, and required mandatory actions and sanctions;
Identify FUFA’s match official policies, their purposes, and how they influence the ability of the match official to make the best decisions
Analyze and report on pre-recorded match incidents and live matches, writing objective, accurate, constructive coaching reports and/ or formal assessments.
Uganda Cranes Fixtures at the Total 2018 CHAN Finals in Morocco-(Group B)
Uganda Cranes Fixtures at the (Group B)
All matches in Marrakech, UG time in Brackets
Uganda Vs Zambia –14th January 2018 7.30pm (10.30 pm)
Uganda Vs Namibia –18th January 2018 7.30pm (10.30 pm)
Uganda Vs Ivory Coast –22nd January 2018 7 pm (10 pm)
With a few hours left to the kick off the Group B match between familiar foes in football Zambia and Uganda, expectations are high in cmap according to the Cranes skipper Bernard Muwanga.
During the official press conference held at the Grand Stade Marrakech, the SC Villa Jogoo skipper said that he is ready to lead his fellow players at the tournament.
‘I know what is expected of us in this tournament. I will use experience gained from the several games I have played at the senior level to guide my teammates’ said Muwanga a former Captain of Bright Stars FC who helped the Kawempe based side join the top flight in the Uganda Premier League in 2013.
Uganda Cranes captain Muwanga says his boys are ready for the opening match
Muwanga led his players during the final training session conducted at the outer pitch of the main stadium. Ugandan fans, football Delegates, MPs, and NCS administrators attended the training session also watched y FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo.
FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo (L) with Uganda Cranes coach Sebastien Desabre in Marrakech on Saturday eveningUganda Cranes players training on Saturday evening under floodlights
Sebastien Desabre-my boys are 100% ready
I have been with the team for the last ten days following my appointment as Head coach of Uganda Cranes. Uganda has a lot of potential and we shall work as a team to improve the levels of the national team.
Sebastien Desabre spoke English for the entire press conference. He says he is happy with the project at stake for him with FUFA. He believes in his players at CHAN Finals 2018
Our opening game is very important. Zambia is a good side and we are ready to face them. It is 50-50 for either side. Our target is to win the first game.
Goalkeeping coach Fred Kajoba in red top with three keepers L-R Benjamin Ochan, Watenga Ismail and Said Keni during training on Saturday evening
Uganda has failed to go past the group stage in the three previous editions in (2011, 2014, and 2016) but our first objective is to do better by reaching the knockout stage.
Ugandan MPs during training on Saturday
The second objective is to evaluate the players for the upcoming qualifiers of the Africa Cup of Nations to be played in September and October against Tanzania and Lesotho.
Follow my instructions-Sebastien tells his players
All the 32 matches will be broadcast live on 102.1 FUFA fm.
Official Hash tag: #TotalCHAN2018
MAIN PHOTO: Skipper Bernard Muwanga (L) and Uganda Cranes coach Sebastien Desabre during the official press conference
