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  • FUFA Big League 2017/18: 21 goals scored on match day 2

    FUFA Big League 2017/18: 21 goals scored on match day 2

    2017/18 FUFA Big League (Match Day Two)

     Full Time Results:

    Rwenzori Group:

    • Ntinda United 1-0 Greater Masaka United
    • Nyamityobora 4-0 Sun City
    • Kira United 0-0 Kitara
    • Kansai Plascon 1-1 Simba
    • Kireka United 1-0 Bumate United
    • Synergy 1-1 Water

    Elgon Group:

    • Kyetume 1-0 Bukedea Town Council
    • Jinja Municipal Council (JMC) Hippos 1-0 Kataka
    • Amuka Bright Stars 1-0 Ndejje University
    • Busia Fisheries 2-1 Vura
    • Agape SS 2-1 Lira United
    • Kamuli Park 2-0 Paidah Black Angels

     

    A total of 21 goals were scored on match day two of the 2017/18 FUFA Big league in 12 matches played across the country on Thursday.

    Of these, 10 came in the Rwenzori group and the other 11 in the Elgon group.

    Nyamityobora Football Club scored the most goals on the day, during their 4-0 home win against SunCity in Mbarara.

    David Kizza scored twice for Nyamityobora. Joseph Akandwanaho and Musa Docca got the other goals for Nyamityobora.

    George Otim got newly promoted Ntinda United’ lone goal on the day against visiting Greater Masaka United at the Kamwokya play ground.

    Lira’s Amuka Bright Stars out-muscled visiting Ndejje University 1-0 with Dickens ‘Diarra’ Okwi on target.

    Another Lira club, Lira United lost their second game in a row, falling 2-1 at Agape S.S in Namutumba.

    Twaha Sendi and Faizal Babalanda found the back of the net for Agape as Solomon Wafula scored for Lira United.

    Meanwhile, Kamuli Park registered a morale boosting 2-0 win against Paidha Black Angels in Kamuli.

    Aramanzani Tamale and Franco Mugomba scored for Kamuli Park.

    The league takes a one day break before resuming on the weekend.

    MAIN PHOTO:  Action between Kansai Plascon and Simba at Naro Ntawo play ground 

    PHOTO CREDITS: Simba Wats up group

  • FUFA Women Elite 2017/18 season Fixtures released, London Stallions given until Thursday to submit requirements

    FUFA Women Elite 2017/18 season Fixtures released, London Stallions given until Thursday to submit requirements

     FUFA WOMEN ELITE LEAGUE 2017/2018 SEASON

    Saturday 14th October, 2017

    Muteesa Royal vs Ajax Queens 4pm at Muteesa II Stadium, Wankulukuku

    Sunday 15th October, 2017

    Olila vs Eastern Heroes 4pm

    She Corporate vs Gafford Ladies 4pm at MUBS

    Uganda Martyrs vs UCU Lady Cardinals 4pm at UMHS Lubaga

    Isra Academy vs She MAK 4pm in Kawempe

    The FUFA Competitions Directorate has released the fixtures of the FUFA Women Elite League 2017/2018 season.

    Click for fixtures FWEL FIXTURES- 201718 SEASON

    The league kicks off on 14th October, 2017.

    The FUFA Acting Competitions Director Hajati Aisha Nalule confirmed that 15 teams have been drawn ns in the two separate groups but London Stallions are yet to submit the minimum requirements for club licensing and have been given until Thursday 12th October, 2017 to complete the exercise.

    Only one match between Muteesa Royal and Ajax Queens will be played on the opening day of the league that is entering its 4th season during the administration of Eng. Moses Magogo.

    ‘We are glad the league will finally kickoff and we are hopeful to witness beautiful football from the teams. The teams have been planning for the new season. May the best team win’ said Hajati Nalule.

    Kawempe Muslim SS are the defending champions but will not be in action on the opening weekend of the league.

    Catch them if you can-Ajax Queens Squad for the 2017/2018 season. Most teams have been preparing for the new season signing players and organising build up games. The FWEL Season kicks off on Saturday 14th October, 2017. Photo: Ajax Queens Media
    Kawempe Muslim’s captain Hasifa Nassuna with the ball during the final this year against UCU. She was part of the successfull Kawempe side that won three league titles in a row. The story has now changed as she will don a different jersey this season at a new club-UCU Lady Cardinals.

     

  • Azam Uganda Premier League: Express, Kirinya-Jinja S.S and Maroons clinch victories

    Azam Uganda Premier League: Express, Kirinya-Jinja S.S and Maroons clinch victories

    2017/18 AZAM UGANDA PREMIER LEAGUE (MATCH DAY 5):

    Tuesday Results:

    • Masavu 0-1 Kirinya-Jinja S.S
    • Express 1-0 URA
    • Bright Stars 0-1 Maroons

    Kirinya-Jinja S.S, Express and Maroons won their respective games on Tuesday during the different encounters on match day five of the 2017/18 Azam Uganda Premier League.

    Express needed Daniel Sserunkuma’s 44th minute goal on 1-0 against Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) at the Mutesa II Wankulukuku stadium, Wankulukuku.

    This was the second victory for Express FC that lifts them to 4th on the league standings with 7 points.

    Kirinya-Jinja S.S won away from home 1-0. Faizal Muwawu scored the lone strike in the 4th minute of the game.

    Maroons secured their first victory of the season, winning 1-0 at Bright Stars.

    Felix Okot got the goal for the Prisons’ funded side on 70 minutes.

    The league takes a two day’s break before resuming on Friday when Proline entertains Mbarara City at the Star Times stadium in Lugogo.

     

    Next Fixtures:

    Friday, 13th October 2017:

    • Proline Vs Mbarara City – Star Times Stadium, Lugogo – Live on Azam T.V (4:00 p.m)

    Saturday, 14th October 2017 (At 4:00 p.m)

    • BUL vs KCCA – Kakindu Stadium, Jinja – Live on Azam TV
    • Police Vs Vipers – Mandela National Stadium, Namboole
    • Onduparaka Vs Soana – Green Light Stadium, Arua

    MAIN PHOTO: Action from the Bright Stars vs Maroons Match in Mwererwe on Tuesday. Maroons edged Bright Stars 1-0 to record their first win and goal of the season.

  • Kabale to host Beginners’ Coaching Course

    Kabale to host Beginners’ Coaching Course

    Western Region Football Association (WRFA) has cleared the forthcoming FUFA Beginners’ coaching course to be held in Kabale. The course to be catered for by participants will be conducted from 23rd-27th October, 2017.

    In a communication to the FUFA CEO Edgar Watson, from WRFA, the 5 day course is targeting participants who don’t have coaching badges.

    ‘We are happy that coaching courses are being organized in the area and this will raise the levels of our coaches when handling young and senior players at various football levels. Our target is to have as many qualified coaches as possible in the next four years. We wnat the region to be strong technically’ said Seka Mutaka- Chairman of the WRFA.

    The course is part of the technical programs to spread football to all the 8 FUFA regions so that the game is improved upon at the lower levels.

    Each participant is required to pay 100,000/- for the course that will cater for their course manuals from the instructors, use of equipment, branded t-shirts, meals and refreshments for the entire period.

    Registration for the course starts on Monday 9th October, 2017.

    Western region has already conducted three important coaching courses the Beginners Coaching Course (In Kanungu and Mbarara)  and FUFA Level One (Mbarara).

    The potential targets for the course are former players, Games Masters handling school teams, persons in charge of clubs at all levels in Western and Kigezi Regions.

    Contact person for registration is Andrew Amanya (0775787606). 

    Levels of coaching in Uganda that lead to  certification by either FUFA or CAF.

    Beginners’ Course, FUFA Level I, CAF C, CAF B, CAF A and CAF Pro

    Districts making up Western Region Football Associations

    • Bushenyi District Football Association
    • Kabale District Football Association
    • Kanungu District Football Association
    • Kiruhura District Football Association
    • Kisoro District Football Association
    • Mbarara District Football Association
    • Ntungamo District Football Association
    • Ibanda District Football Association
    • Rukungiri District Footbal Association
    • Insingiro, Sheema, Buhweju, Rubirizi and  Mitooma applied for District FA status but waiting for approval by the Western Region FA Assembly

    Coaching statistics in Uganda

    • In 2013, Uganda had 28 CAF C Caches who were handling Uganda Premier League club but the Capacity building courses have helped improve on the figures. This is the current status of coaches in Uganda as below;
    • CAF A- 42 License Holders
    • CAF B- 99 License Holders
    • CAF C- 259 License Holders
    • FUFA Level One- 841 certified coaches

    MAIN PHOTO: CAF Instructor Jackson Nyiima during a practical session with participnats of the FUFA Beginners’ coaching course held in Mbarara June 2016. 

  • Uganda Cranes, Ghana Black Stars play to goal-less draw in Kampala | FIFA 2018 World Cup RUSSIA Qualifier (Group E)

    Uganda Cranes, Ghana Black Stars play to goal-less draw in Kampala | FIFA 2018 World Cup RUSSIA Qualifier (Group E)

    FIFA 2018 World Cup RUSSIA Qualifier (Group E):

    • Uganda Cranes 0-0 Ghana Black Stars

    Uganda Cranes and Ghana Black Stars played to a goal-less draw during their FIFA 2018 World Cup group E qualifier played at the Mandela National Stadium, Namboole on Saturday.

    This was the second non-scoring draw in the current World Cup qualification campaign after the goal-less stalemate in Kumasi on match day one.

    Uganda Cranes XI against Ghana Black Stars at Namboole Stadium
    Ghana Black Stars XI vs Uganda Cranes in Kampala

    It was a game of missed opportunities for the two countries played under sunny conditions before a partisan crowd.

    Derrick Nsibambi, Faruku Miya and Emmanuel Okwi got close for the home side.

    Ghana on the other hand, missed scoring chances by Richmond Yiadom, Daniel Amartey and second half substitute  Raphael Dinamena.

    Uganda Cranes captain Dennis Onyango with the counter part from Ghana Daniel Amartey and the match referees

    Ghana Black Stars earned their 6th point of the campaign and Uganda Cranes accumulate 8 points.

    Meanwhile, Egypt will take on Congo Brazzaville in Alexandria on Sunday.

    William Luwagga Kizito (right) and Ghana Black Stars’ Kingsley Sarfo race to the ball during the match
    Guests during the singing of the two national anthems prior to the match
    L-R: State Sports Minister Charles Bakabulindi, FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo and Vice President Edward Kiwanuka Ssekandi shortly after inspecting the teams

    Uganda Cranes’ next and final game of the campaign will be away to Congo Brazzaville on 6th November 2017.

    Team Line ups:

    Uganda Cranes XI: Dennis Onyango (G.K), Nico Wakiro Wadada, Godfrey Walusimbi, Hassan Wasswa Mawanda, Isaac Isinde, Denis Iguma, William Luwagga Kizito, Tonny Mawejje, Faruk Miya, Derrick Nsibambi, Emmanuel Okwi

    Changes:

    60’ Muzamiru Mutyaba On, Faruku Miya Off

    65’ Geofrey Sserunkuma On, Derrick Nsibambi Off

    71’ Joseph Ochaya On, William Luwagga Kizito Off

    Subs Not Used: Isma Watenga (G.K), Benjamin Ochan (G.K), Timothy Awany, Savio Kabugo, Ivan Ntege, Tom Masiko, Isaac Muleme, Milton Karisa, Edrisa Lubega

    Ghana Black Stars XI:

    Richard Ofori (G.K), Daniel Opare, Lumor Agbenyenu, Daniel Amartey, Nicholas Opoku, Alfred Duncan, Kingsley Safro, Ebenezer Ofori, Richmond Yiadom, Thomas Partey, Frank Acheampong

    Changes:

    50’ Patrick Twumasi On, Safro Kingsley

    61’ Alfred Duncan On, Raphael Dinamena Off

    84’ Joseph Attomah On, Frank Acheampong Off

    Subs Not Used:

    Lawrence At Zigi (G.K), Joseph Addo (G.K), Vincent Atinga, Abbas Muhammad, Kasim Nuhu, Isaac Twum, John Antwi

  • Uganda Cranes XI Vs. Ghana Black Stars | FIFA 2018 World Cup RUSSIA Qualifier

    Uganda Cranes XI Vs. Ghana Black Stars | FIFA 2018 World Cup RUSSIA Qualifier

    FIFA  2018 World Cup RUSSIA Qualifier 

    Uganda Cranes vs Ghana Black Stars 

    Saturday 7th October, 2017 

    Venue: Mandela National Stadium, Namboole 

    Charges: 30,000/-, 70,000/- and 150,000/-

    Kick off Time: 4:00 p.m (Live on 102.1 FUFA f.m and all FUFA official social media plat forms)

    Uganda Cranes starting line up to face Ghana Black Stars in the 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifier at Mandela National Stadium has two changes from the team that played away in Egypt.

    Midfielders Dennis  Iguma and Tonny Mawejje are drifted back to the starting line up.

    Hassan Wasswa Mawanda starts at the backline to replace suspended Murushid Juuko.

    Mawanda starts alongside Isaac Isinde at the back. Dennis Onyango commands the team as skipper from the goal posts.

    Nico Wakiro Wadada and Godfrey Walusimbi are the team’s right and left back players.

    Faruku Miya, Tonny Mawejje, William Luwagga Kizito complete the compacted midfield.

    Derrick Nsibambi and Emmanuel Okwi are the two team forwards.

    Uganda Cranes XI: Dennis Onyango (G.K), Nico Wakiro Wadada, Godfrey Walusimbi, Hassan Wasswa Mawanda, Isaac Isinde, Denis Iguma, William Luwagga Kizito, Tonny Mawejje, Faruk Miya, Derrick Nsibambi, Emmanuel Okwi

    Subs: Isma Watenga (G.K), Benjamin Ochan (G.K), Joseph Ochaya, Timothy Awany, Savio Kabugo, Ivan Ntege, Tom Masiko, Isaac Muleme, Muzamir Mutyaba, Milton Karisa, Edrisa Lubega, Geofrey Sserunkuma

  • FUFA President Promises $ 3000 winning bonus to Uganda Cranes’ players

    FUFA President Promises $ 3000 winning bonus to Uganda Cranes’ players

    2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Russia 

    Uganda Cranes vs Ghana Black Stars 

    Saturday 7th October, 2017 

    Venue: Mandela National Stadium, Namboole 

    Charges: 30,000/-, 70,000/- and 150,000/-

    Kick off Time: 4:00 p.m

    The Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) President Eng. Moses Magogo has assured the Uganda Cranes players of a winning bonus worth $3000 for a win against Ghana in the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia qualifier on Saturday 7th October at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole.
    The President made the promise as he was addressing the players on the eve of the eve at Sky Hotel in Naalya.
    Accompanied by his 1st Vice President Justus Mugisha, Eng. Magogo made the pledge during his routine visit to the Uganda Cranes Camp ahead of any international encounter.
    ‘This is a very important match which should be treated as a Cup final for that matter,  we have increased the winning bonus from $2500 to $3000’ noted the FUFA President.
    L-R: Uganda Cranes team manager Chrispus Muyinda, FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo and FUFA 1st Vice President Justus Mugisha

    Along with him, he also delivered the message from the President of Uganda H.E General Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, who wishes the team the best of luck to qualify for the FIFA World Cup.

    ‘The President of Uganda asked me to deliver his message that he wants you to qualify to the World Cup’ added Eng.  Magogo.
    Eng. Magogo appreciated everyone on the team for the enormous input especially the technical team comprised of Moses Basena,  Mathias Lule,  Fred Kajoba and Ibrahim Ssekajja (who couldn’t make it for the Ghana match), players and all support staff.
    The Historic FUFA President also reminded the players that over 36M people are following them and they need to make them happy.
    He also tasked them not to forget themselves because the better they perform the more chances of getting better opportunities.
    Though you need to make people happy,  don’t forget yourself and you should know that football  your business
    He further the players not to undermine Ghana but play with commitment and thus utilizing the available chance because they may not be retrieved.
    The FUFA President also delivered President Yoweri Museveni’s special message to the Uganda Cranes players
    Eng. Magogo said that Uganda still has bigger chances of qualifying to the World Cup if the they wins the two remaining matches starting with that against Ghana.
    The Uganda Cranes Current Squad:
    Goalkeepers: Benjamin Ochan ,Ismail Watenga & Denis Onyango
    Outfield players: Nico Wadada,  Denis Iguma,  Savio Kabugo, Bernard Muwanga,  Isaac Muleme, Timothy Awanyi, Ivan Ntege, Muzamir Mutyaba,  Tom Masiko,  Derrick Nsibambi,  Nelson Senkatuka, Isaac Isinde,  Joseph Ochaya, Godfrey Walusimbi, Hassan Wasswa,  Tonny Mawejje, William Kizito Luwagga,  Emmanuel Okwi, Edrisa Lubega, Geofrey Serunkuma & Faruku Miya

    TICKET SELLING POINTS:

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    2. Shell Capital
    3. Total City Centre
    4. Total Arua Park
    5. Total Kireka
    6. Total Bweyogerere
    7. Shell Kireka
    8. Mukono City Shoppers
    9. Tango Sport
    10. FUFA Shop
    11. Della Attractions
    12. City Oil

    13-Hardware World-Ntinda

    14- AIRTEL OUTLETS -Ben Kiwanuka, Kampala Road, Kyaggwe Road, Lugogo-Game, Jinja Road

    15-Soccanet-Mabirizi Plaza-Kampala road

    16-Jude Colour Solutions at Prime Complex

    17-Katumwa sports Centre

    18-HAM Shopping Grounds, Owino

  • Uganda Cranes concludes final training ahead of Ghana clash, set for spirited home display

    Uganda Cranes concludes final training ahead of Ghana clash, set for spirited home display

    2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Russia 

    Uganda Cranes vs Ghana Black Stars 

    Saturday 7th October, 2017 

    Venue: Mandela National Stadium, Namboole 

    Charges: 30,000/-, 70,000/- and 150,000/-

    Kick off Time: 4:00 p.m

    Uganda Cranes team successfully concluded their final training session on Friday ahead of the FIFA 2018 World Cup group E clash with Ghana Black Stars.

    The one and half hour session was conducted at the Mandela National Stadium, Namboole starting at 2:30 p.m.

    Some of the Uganda Cranes players in a ball work session

    All the players responded well in the session under the coaches Moses Basena, Mathias Lule and Fred Kajoba (goalkeeping coach).

    The brief session majorly centered on efficient use of the ball, solid defending (with or without the ball), creating goal scoring opportunities and finishing.

    Head coach Moses Basena issues instructions to the players during the final training session at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole

    The head coach Basena promised a good show in the match.

    Moses Basena addresses the media on Friday at Namboole

    ‘We have prepared well for the match and the morale is high ahead of the match. There are no injuries and the players are all set for action’ Basena told the media in a press conference at Namboole stadium.

    Defender Savio Kabugo sounded equally braced for the task at hand.

    ‘We are mentally and physically ready. This is the opportunity we have to prove that we are good enough to make the World Cup grade’ Kabugo who scored against Ghana in 2014 at Namboole noted.

    Savio Kabugo addresses the media

    Ghana Black Stars also trained for close to hour at Namboole after the Uganda Cranes session

    The three goalkeepers Benjamin Ochan, Denis Onyango and Ismael Watenga in training with the goalkeeping coach Fred Kajoba
    Defender Denis Iguma maintains possession during training

    The match will take place at 4:00 p.m.

    Players who trained with the team on Friday:
    Goalkeepers: Benjamin Ochan ,Ismail Watenga & Denis Onyango
    Outfield players: Nico Wadada,  Denis Iguma,  Savio Kabugo, Bernard Muwanga,  Isaac Muleme, Timothy Awanyi, Ivan Ntege, Muzamir Mutyaba,  Tom Masiko,  Derrick Nsibambi,  Nelson Senkatuka, Isaac Isinde,  Joseph Ochaya, Godfrey Walusimbi, Hassan Wasswa,  Tonny Mawejje, William Kizito Luwagga,  Emmanuel Okwi, Edrisa Lubega, Geofrey Serunkuma & Faruku Miya

    TICKET SELLING POINTS:

    1. Total Nakivubo
    2. Shell Capital
    3. Total City Centre
    4. Total Arua Park
    5. Total Kireka
    6. Total Bweyogerere
    7. Shell Kireka
    8. Mukono City Shoppers
    9. Tango Sport
    10. FUFA Shop
    11. Della Attractions
    12. City Oil

    13-Hardware World-Ntinda

    14- AIRTEL OUTLETS -Ben Kiwanuka, Kampala Road, Kyaggwe Road, Lugogo-Game, Jinja Road

    15-Soccanet-Mabirizi Plaza-Kampala road

    16-Jude Colour Solutions at Prime Complex

    17-Katumwa sports Centre

    18-HAM Shopping Grounds, Owino

  • FUFA Big League 2017/18: 21 goals netted on match day one

    FUFA Big League 2017/18: 21 goals netted on match day one

    FUFA Big League 2017/18 (Match Day 1 Results):

    Rwenzori Group

    • Suncity 0-1 Kabale Sharp
    • Greater Masaka United 0-1 Kira United
    • Simba 0-0 Nyamityobora
    • Kitara  1-0 Kireka United
    • Kansai Plascon 3-0 Water
    • Bumate United 3-1 Synergy

    Elgon Group:

    • Kyetume 1-0 Kataka
    • Bukedea Town Council  0-0 Amuka Bright Stars
    • Vura 0-0 Jinja Municipal Council  Hippos
    • Paidha Black Angels 3-1 Busia Fisheries
    • Lira United 0-1 Kamuli Park
    • Ndejje University 4-1 Agape

    A total of 21 goals were scored on match day one of the 2017/18 FUFA Big league in 12 matches on Thursday.

    Ndejje University were the biggest winners in their 4-1 home win against Agape  in Luweero.

    Paidah Black Angels registered a 3-1 win at home over visiting Busia Fisheries at the Bar Okoro stadium in Zombo.

    Jackson Nsubuga scored a hat-trick in the game.

    Kansai Plascon won 3-0 against Water at Naro Ntawo play ground.

    Simba XI vs Nyamityobora
    Nyamityobora XI

    Newcomers Bumate shocked Synergy 3-1 in Bundibugyo as Kitara overcame Kireka United 1-0 at the Boma Play ground, Hoima.

    Kamuli Park earned a hard fought 1-0 away win to Lira United at the Lango Sports Ground in Lira with Franco Mugomba’s goal in the 58th minute.

    Another new entrant Kabale Sharp won 1-0 away against Sun City in Kasese.

    Simba and Nyamityobora shared the spoils in a goalless draw at the -Gayaza – Kabanyolo University Ground.

    Bukedea Town Council and Amuka Bright Stars were goal-less at the Emokori Ground,  Bukedea.

    The Big League will return on Thursday, 12th October 2017.

    RWENZORI GROUP:

    Nyamityobora  v Suncity  -Nyamityobora

    Kira United v Kitara – Kira Groundd-Namugongo

    Kansai Plascon FC v Simba FC – Naro Ntawo Ground

    Kireka United  v Bumate UTD FC Nambole Out

    Synergy  v Water – St. Charles Lwanga- Kasasa

    ELGON GROUP:

    Kyetume  v Bukedea Town Council- Nakisunga Saaza Ground

    JMC Hippos  v Kataka -Kakindu Stadium

    Amuka Bright Stars v Ndejje University – Lira Town College Ground

    Busia FIsheries v Vura – Madibira – Busia

    Agape SS v Lira United –  Agape SS Ground

    Kamuli Park v Paida Black Angels –  Kamuli

  • Ghana National team arrives ahead of Uganda Cranes match in FIFA World Cup 2018 RUSSIA Qualifier

    Ghana National team arrives ahead of Uganda Cranes match in FIFA World Cup 2018 RUSSIA Qualifier

    FIFA World Cup 2018 RUSSIA Qualifier (Group E):

    Uganda Cranes vs Ghana Black Stars 

    Saturday 7th October, 2017 

    Venue: Mandela National Stadium, Namboole 

    Charges: 30,000/-, 70,000/- and 150,000/-

    Kick off Time: 4:00 p.m

    Ghana delegation of 30 people (21 players and 9 officials) arrived in Uganda on Thursday night at Entebbe International Airport.

    The team is in the country ahead of the group E World Cup 2018 World Cup qualifier with Uganda Cranes this Saturday at Mandela National Stadium (kick off at 4 p.m).

    The Ghana delegation traveled aboard Kenya Airways on flight KQ 416 from Nairobi where they had camped since Monday.

    ‘We are happy to have traveled well. We had a good training camp in Kenya and we are here to play well against Uganda.’ the team head coach, Kwesi Appiah told www.fufa.co.ug upon arrival.

    Ghana Head coach Kwesi Appiah at Entebbe International Airport shortly after arrival in Uganda

    The team was warmly received by the FUFA officials Richard Ssemanda Nandigobe and Lawrence Kizito.

    They were driven directly to Serena Hotel in the heart of Kampala.

    Ghana is expected to conduct their final session on Friday evening at Mandela National Stadium, 4 p.m shortly after the hosts Uganda at 2:30 p.m.

    Meanwhile, Uganda Cranes head coach Moses Basena will address the media on Friday at 2 p.m.

    TICKET SELLING POINTS:

    1. Total Nakivubo
    2. Shell Capital
    3. Total City Centre
    4. Total Arua Park
    5. Total Kireka
    6. Total Bweyogerere
    7. Shell Kireka
    8. Mukono City Shoppers
    9. Tango Sport
    10. FUFA Shop
    11. Della Attractions
    12. City Oil

    13-Hardware World-Ntinda

    14- AIRTEL OUTLETS -Ben Kiwanuka, Kampala Road, Kyaggwe Road, Lugogo-Game, Jinja Road

    15-Soccanet-Mabirizi Plaza-Kampala road

    16-Jude Colour Solutions at Prime Complex

    17-Katumwa sports Centre

    18-HAM Shopping Grounds, Owino

  • Uganda Cranes striker Okwi dares Ghana Black Stars | FIFA World Cup 2018 RUSSIA Qualifiers

    Uganda Cranes striker Okwi dares Ghana Black Stars | FIFA World Cup 2018 RUSSIA Qualifiers

    2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Russia 

    Uganda Cranes vs Ghana Black Stars 

    Saturday 7th October, 2017 

    Venue: Mandela National Stadium, Namboole 

    Charges: 30,000/-, 70,000/- and 150,000/-

    Kick off Time: 4:00 p.m

    As days draw closer to the must win 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia Qualifier against Ghana, Uganda Cranes players are getting more confident with clear hopes of overpowering the Black Stars this Saturday during the group E clash at Namboole stadium.
    Emma Okwi who silenced the Egypt Pharaohs at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole is also optimistic that the Cranes will register victory against Ghana Black Stars come Saturday.
    ‘Personally, i am set together with my teammates to encounter Ghana. This is almost a game of our lives we must win to stay in contention for the World Cup slot’ noted Okwi, a forward with Tanzanian giants, Simba Sports Club.
    Okwi (left) with the rest of the players in warm up at Buziga Islamic play ground
    The silky goal poacher also remarked about his current form with the club and the National team, which gives him confidence that he will see the back of the net, again at the same fortress where Uganda Cranes has flourished over the years.
    ‘The role of a striker is to score goals. I score at my club and I scored the last goal for the Cranes against Egypt and this gives me confidence about the upcoming game’ Okwi added.
    The team trained Buziga Islamic Institute on  Thursday evening.
    Team captain Dennis Onyango during the Thursday session
    The last training session will be held on Friday 6th October 2017 at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole 2.30 pm before Ghana Black Stars’ final session at 4 p.m.
    L-R: Godfrey ‘Jjajja Walu’ Walusimbi, Tonny Mawejje, William Luwagga Kizito and Faruku Miya during the warming up session in the Thursday session
    Players who trained with the team on Thursday:
    Goalkeepers: Benjamin Ochan ,Ismail Watenga & Denis Onyango.
    Outfield players: Nico Wadada,  Denis Iguma,  Savio Kabugo, Bernard Muwanga,  Isaac Muleme, Timothy Awanyi, Ivan Ntege, Muzamir Mutyaba,  Tom Masiko,  Derrick Nsibambi,  Nelson Senkatuka, Isaac Isinde,  Joseph Ochaya, Godfrey Walusimbi, Hassan Wasswa,  Tonny Mawejje, William Kizito Luwagga,  Emmanuel Okwi, Edrisa Lubega, Geofrey Serunkuma & Faruku Miya

    TICKET SELLING POINTS:

    1. Total Nakivubo
    2. Shell Capital
    3. Total City Centre
    4. Total Arua Park
    5. Total Kireka
    6. Total Bweyogerere
    7. Shell Kireka
    8. Mukono City Shoppers
    9. Tango Sport
    10. FUFA Shop
    11. Della Attractions
    12. City Oil

    13-Hardware World-Ntinda

    14- AIRTEL OUTLETS -Ben Kiwanuka, Kampala Road, Kyaggwe Road, Lugogo-Game, Jinja Road

    15-Soccanet-Mabirizi Plaza-Kampala road

    16-Jude Colour Solutions at Prime Complex

    17-Katumwa sports Centre

    18-HAM Shopping Grounds, Owino

  • Government gives FUFA UGX 1Bn towards Uganda Cranes World Cup campaign

    Government gives FUFA UGX 1Bn towards Uganda Cranes World Cup campaign

    FUFA has this evening received financial support of UGX 1Bn (One Billion Uganda Shillings) from the Government of the Republic of Uganda towards the Uganda Cranes’ 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualification campaign.

    This follows a meeting chaired by the Minister of Education and Sports Mrs. Janet Museveni also attended by Minister of State for Sports Hon Charles Bakkabulindi, Permanent Secretary Alex Kakooza, other Ministry officials and NCS where FUFA presented a budget of UGX1.3Bn before the Ghana match and UGX 900M for the post match expenses; for the matches against Egypt and Ghana to cover players’ and coaches’ allowances, bonuses, air tickets, accommodation, practice match (Madagascar)  and other related costs.

    The FUFA delegation to the meeting led by President Eng. Moses Magogo, had 1st Vice President Justus Mugisha, CEO Edgar Watson and Finance Director Decolas Kiiza.

    The First Lady emphasized the importance of Sport, and willingness of Government to finance excelling National teams and Athletes.  She further appreciated the success registered by FUFA.

    FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo hands over a Uganda Cranes portrait to  President  Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and the First Lady Janet Museveni at Entebbe State House in 2016.

    Mrs. Museveni however called for long term planning from Sports Federations, NCS, the Department of Physical Education and the Ministry of Education and Sports so as to avoid adhoc interventions. She pledged to avail time to meet with sports federations and share experiences for the development of sports in the country.

    President Museveni juggles the ball shortly after he hosted the Uganda Cranes and a delegation from FUFA in 2016.

    ‘I am very excited that the Government has answered our call for the support to the Uganda Cranes and this cash will clear amongst others the bonuses and allowances for the players and coaches. This is the kind of motivation that will influence the sporting results’ said FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo.  

    FUFA President added;

    ‘I take the opportunity to thank HE the President of the Republic of Uganda Yoweri Kaguta Museveni for the magnanimity towards the Uganda Cranes. I further thank the Hon Minister of Education and Sports, Mrs. Janet Museveni for the support and procedural guidance, the Hon Minister of State for Sports Hon Charles Bakkabulindi, the Ministry of Education and Sports staff, the NCS and all other persons their efforts’

    I have been assured by the players and coaches that as always they will give their best for their country

    The success of the Uganda Cranes in this campaign is a result of the support from Government. With a Chartered plane to Togo in 2016, the team registered double wins 0-1 and 3-0 to progress to the group stages for the first time. Financial assistance of $200,000 enabled the team to pick a point (goalless draw) from Ghana away in Tamale.

     

  • 2017/18 FUFA Big league: Second tier officially kicks off on Thursday

    2017/18 FUFA Big league: Second tier officially kicks off on Thursday

    Match day one of the 2017/18 FUFA Big league officially kicks off on Thursday, 5th October 2017.

    Greater Masaka United (formerly Lweza) shall be at home to Kira United at the Masaka Recreational stadium.

    The other matches will see Sun City at home to newly promoted Kabale Sharp in Kasese, Simba shall entertain Nyamityobora in Gayaza, Kitara up with Kireka United in Hoima.

    Kansai Plascon Paints encounter with Water will be played at the Naro Ntawo play ground.

    New comers Bumate United will host Synergy in Bundibunjo.

    In the Elgon group, there will be 5 matches.

    Kataka entertains Doves All Stars at the Nabini play ground, Bufumbo in Mbale, Bukedea Town Council  against Amuka Bright Stars at the Emokori Ground,  -Bukedea

    Meanwhile, Vura will play Jinja Municipal Council  Hippos in Moyo, Paidha Black Angels will be home to Busia FIsheries at the initimidating Bar Okoro play ground in Zombo.

    The last Elgon group on the menu will see Allan Kabonge’s Lira United  host Kamuli Park  at the Lango Sports Ground in Lira district.

    Three clubs will  be promoted to the Uganda Premier League at the end of the 2017/18 FUFA Big league season.

    FUFA Big League opening day fixtures:

    Thursday 5th Octover 2017

    Rwenzori Group:

    • Suncity FC v Kabale Sharp  –  Nyakasanga play ground, Kasese (4:30 p.m)
    • Greater Masaka United FC v Kira United –  Masaka Recreational Play ground (4:30 p.m)
    • Simba  v Nyamityobora  – Gayaza-Kabanyolo University Ground (4:30 p.m)
    • Kitara  v Kireka United – Booma Ground-Hoima (4:30 p.m)
    • Kansai Plascon Vs Water  –  Naro Ntawo play ground (2:30 p.m)
    • Bumate United v Synergy  – Bumate play ground – Bundibujjo (4:30 p.m)

    Elgon Group:

    • Kataka FC v Doves All Stars –  Nabini play ground, Bufumbo- Mbale (4:30 p.m)
    • Bukedea Town Council  v Amuka Bright Stars FC – Emokori Ground,  -Bukedea (4:30 p.m)
    • Vura FC v Jinja Municipal Council  Hippos FC – Vura Town Council Ground, Moyo (4:30 p.m)
    • Paidha Black Angels v Busia FIsheries – Barokoro-Zombo (4:30 p.m)
    • Lira United  v Kamuli Park  – Lango Sports Ground, Lira (4:30 p.m)

    MAIN PHOTO: Action between Kira United (in Red) and Synergy (Green) during last year’s FUFA Big league play offs at Mutesa II Wankulukuku stadium. Synergy kicks off away to Bumate in Bundibujjo.

    PHOTO CREDITS: FUFA Communications Department

  • Uganda Cranes fall to Madagascar in practice match at Lugogo

    Uganda Cranes fall to Madagascar in practice match at Lugogo

    Uganda Cranes 1-2 Madagascar

    Uganda Cranes lost 2-1 in the practice match played against Island nation Madagascar at the StarTimes stadium in Lugogo on Wednesday.

    Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) fc midfielder Muzamiru Mutyaba gave Cranes the lead after 28 minutes as Uganda took control of the game into the half time break.

    Aerial action during the game. Emmanuel Okwi (7), Derrick Nsibambi (11) and Milton Karisa (23) in a challenge to head the ball fin search for a goal
    Striker Edrisa Lubega (R) races to the ball during the first half

    Rio Carlous Anoriananicinos  scored twice in the second half for the maximum points.

    Carlous’ goals came in the 49th and 88th minutes to give Madagascar a famous victory.

    Uganda Cranes’ technical team used two different teams for either halves.

    Team captain and first choice goalkeeper Dennis Onyango was the only un-used substitute in the match.

    Uganda Cranes XI vs Madagascar that started the practice match.
    Madagascar team

    Uganda is preparing for for the up-coming 2018 FIFA World Cup group E qualifier against Ghana Black Stars this Saturday at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole.

    FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo (third from right) with the other officials at Lugogo watch the match proceedings
    The technical team and the substitute players
    Uganda Cranes captain of the day Hassan Wasswa Mawanda (L) with the Madagascar skipper Ina Faneva Andriatasina with the match referees prior to kickoff

    The team will regroup for Thursday training at Mandela National Stadium, starting 4 p.m.

    Team Line ups:

    Uganda Cranes XI: Ismail Watenga (G.K), Denis Iguma, Godfrey Walusimbi, Savio Kabugo, Isaac Isinde, Tonny Mawejje, Hassan Wasswa Mawanda, William Luwagga Kizito, Muzamiru Mutyaba, Edrisa Lubega, Joseph Ochaya

    Uganda Cranes (Second half team):

    Benjamin Ochan (GK), Nico Wakiro Wadada, Isaac Muleme, Bernard Muwanga, Milton Karisa, Emma Okwi, Geoffrey Serunkuma, Ivan Ntege, Farouk Miya, Timothy Awanyi, Derrick Nsibambi

    Sub Not Used: Denis Onyango (GK)

    Madagascar XI: Ibrahim Dabo (GK), Ranbelosn Toavina, Pascal Razakanantenaina, Thomas Fontaine, Nonenjana Lalaina (62’ Patrick Herimanjaarivo) , Jean Raherinarimanana, Calsin  Dimitry, Randrinbololuna Zotsara, Rio Carlous Anoriananicinos, Ina Faneva Andriatsina, Ferdinard Ramananahera  (75’ Hery Randriaitara,)

    Subs Not Used: Ramaritany Damien (GK), Michel Randriantenaina

    Referees:

    • Center Referee: Mashood Ssali
    • 1st Assistant Referee: Musa Balikoowa
    • 2nd Assistant Referee: Lee Okello
    • 4th Official: Brian Miiro Nsubuga
    • Match Commissioner: Ali Waiswa
  • Kizito Luwagga Joins Uganda Cranes team

    Kizito Luwagga Joins Uganda Cranes team

    2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Russia 

    Uganda Cranes vs Ghana Black Stars 

    Saturday 7th October, 2017 

    Venue: Namboole 

    Charges: 30,000/-, 70,000/- and 150,000/-

    PRACTICE MATCH: Uganda vs Madagascar

    Venue: StarTimes Stadium, Lugogo

    Closed from the public but Only 25,000/- Discount Ticket holders for the Uganda Cranes vs Ghana Black Stars match will gain access

    The Uganda Cranes camp has been boosted more with the appearance of silky midfielder maestro William Kizito Luwagga.
    The 23 year old who trades his talent in Romania with CSM Polithecnica lasi arrived in the country on Monday evening but never hesitated to join fellow teammates at Sky Hotel, Nalya as they prepare for the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia qualifier match win against Ghana.
    While talking to www.fufa.co.ug, Luwagga said that this time he’s happy that he has reported earlier and therefore will have enough time to train with the team  thus a better partnership before the WCQ.
    ‘I’m happy that this time I’ve reported early in camp  hot like the previous game where I arrived on the eve of the game against Egypt ‘ Said Luwagga.
     
    The team conducted a single training session on Tuesday morning at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole  ahead of the practice match on Wednesday 4/10/17 agaisnt Madagascar.
     
    Players in the Sky Hotel camp, Naalya:
    Goalkeepers: Benjamin Ochan & Ismail Watenga
    Outfield players: Nico Wadada,  Denis Iguma,  Savio Kabugo, Bernard Muwanga,  Isaac Muleme, Timothy Awanyi, Ivan Ntege,  Tom Masiko, Muzamir Mutyaba,  Tom Masiko,  Derrick Nsibambi,  Nelson Senkatuka, Isaac Isinde,  Joseph Ochaya, Godfrey Walusimbi, Hassan Wasswa,  Tonny Mawejje, William Kizito Luwagga,  Emmanuel Okwi, Edrisa Lubega & Geofrey Serunkuma
    MAIN PHOTO: Kizito Luwagga showing Isaac Muleme some skills from Europe during training on Tuesday. 

    TICKET SELLING POINTS:

    1. Total Nakivubo
    2. Shell Capital
    3. Total City Centre
    4. Total Arua Park
    5. Total Kireka
    6. Total Bweyogerere
    7. Shell Kireka
    8. Mukono City Shoppers
    9. Tango Sport
    10. FUFA Shop
    11. Della Attractions
    12. City Oil

    13-Hardware World-Ntinda

    14- AIRTEL OUTLETS -Ben Kiwanuka, Kampala Road, Kyaggwe Road, Lugogo-Game, Jinja Road

    15-Soccanet-Mabirizi Plaza-Kampala road

    16-Jude Colour Solutions at Prime Complex

    17-Katumwa sports Centre

    18-HAM Shopping Grounds, Owino

  • Rejuvenated Tony Mawejje ready to show Ghana true class of football on Saturday

    Rejuvenated Tony Mawejje ready to show Ghana true class of football on Saturday

    2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Russia 

    Uganda Cranes vs Ghana Black Stars 

    Saturday 7th October, 2017 

    Venue: Namboole 

    Charges: 30,000/-, 70,000/- and 150,000/-

     

    PRACTICE MATCH: Uganda vs Madagascar

    Venue: StarTimes Stadium, Lugogo

    Closed from the public but Only 25,000/- Discount Ticket holders for the Uganda Cranes vs Ghana Black Stars match will gain access

    More players have joined the Uganda Cranes ahead of the 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Ghana on Saturday at Mandela National Stadium. Seven players joined and were part of the Monday training sessions; they are Isaac Isinde,  Joseph Ochaya, Godfrey Walusimbi, Hassan Wasswa,  Tonny Mawejje, Edrisa Lubega & Goefrey Serunkuma.

    On arrival experienced midfielder Tonny Mawejje who features for Albanian side FKF Tirana said that he is ready to give the best of his ability for Uganda to get positive results.


    ‘I know how to beat Ghana because I have played more than 4 games against them. I am now rejuvenated and ready to give in all what I have to help Uganda get good results’ said Mawejje.

    Training resumes on Tuesday morning before the team engages in a practice match against Madagascar on Wednesday at Lugogo.
    Players who attended training on Monday

    Goalkeepers: Benjamin Ochan & Ismail Watenga

    Outfield players: Nico Wadada,  Denis Iguma,  Savio Kabugo, Bernard Muwanga,  Isaac Muleme, Timothy Awanyi, Ivan Ntege,  Tom Masiko, Shafik Kagimu, Muzamir Mutyaba,  Tom Masiko,  Derrick Nsibambi and Nelson Senkatuka, Isaac Isinde,  Joseph Ochaya, Godfrey Walusimbi, Hassan Wasswa,  Tonny Mawejje,Edrisa Lubega & Geofrey Serunkuma

    Note: All Photos taken from Monday’s training at Nambole stadium 

  • Uganda Cranes to play Madagascar

    Uganda Cranes to play Madagascar

    • The practice match Uganda Cranes vs Madagascar has been organized by FUFA
    • Closed from the public but ONLY fans who have purchased the discounted tickets (each sold at 25,000/-) for Ghana match will access the match  on Wednesday
    • Discounted tickets on market till Monday 5pm.
    • Madagscar to train at Lugogo on Monday and Tuesday at 4pm 

    Head coach Moses Basena will have one final test for his team against Madagascar when the two teams play in a practice match on Wednesday 4th October, 2017 ahead of the 2018 FIFA World cup qualifier with Ghana.

    Uganda Cranes will face the National football A-Team of Madagascar who flew in their foreign based players for the fixture. The team jetted in last night.

    ‘The match will help Uganda Cranes coach test the technical ability and mental strength of his players ahead of a crucial fixture against Ghana on Saturday. We believe Madagascar have the quality to give our team good preparations’ said FUFA Communications Manager Ahmed Hussein

    FUFA CEO Edgar Watson (Extreme R) with his Deputy Humphrey Mandu (5th L) in a group photo moment with the entire Madagascan contingent at Land Star Hotel in Makindye.

    In relation to the match, FUFA has confirmed that this match is closed from the public but ONLY fans who have purchased the discounted tickets (each sold at 25,000/-) will be able to access the stadium on Wednesday to watch the practice match between Uganda Cranes and Madagascar at Lugogo.

    Planning for the match on Wednesday. FUFA CEO (M) and his Deputy with a Madagascan team official (L) at Land Star Hotel in Makindye.

    FUFA has extended the grace period of discounted tickets by two days (Sunday and Monday). They will now be withdrawn from the market at 5pm on Monday 2nd October. The other ticket categories of 30,000/-, 70, 0000/- and 150,000/- will be brought on market on Tuesday.

    TICKET SELLING POINTS FOR UGANDA CRANES VS GHANA BLACK STARS

    1. Total Nakivubo
      2. Shell Capital
      3. Total City Centre
      4. Total Arua Park
      5. Total Kireka
      6. Total Bweyogerere
      7. Shell Kireka
      8. Mukono City Shoppers
      9. Tango Sport
      10. FUFA Shop
      11. Della Attractions
      12. City Oil

    13-Hardware World-Ntinda

    14- AIRTEL OUTLETS -Ben Kiwanuka, Kampala Road, Kyaggwe Road, Lugogo-Game, Jinja Road

    MAIN PHOTO: Part of the Madagascan players at Land Star Hotel in Makindye. 

  • Ivan Ntege, Dennis Iguma join Uganda Cranes team

    Ivan Ntege, Dennis Iguma join Uganda Cranes team

    FIFA 2018 RUSSIA World Cup Russia Qualifier 
    Uganda vs Ghana (Saturday, 7th October 2017)
    Mandela National Stadium, Namboole
    The Uganda Cranes started day one of residential training at Mandela National Stadium Namboole on Sunday evening.
    The team is preparing for the must win 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia qualifier match against Ghana.
    Fourteen players attended the single evening  session inclusive of foreign based Denis Iguma and Ivan ‘Kojja’ Ntege.
    After the training session Ivan Ntege told www.fufa.co.ug that he is set for the challenge and it’s the reason why he arrived earlier than others.
    ” I personally I’m too set for the encounter and it’s the reason why I’ve arrived earlier for better preparations” Said Ntege.
    Kojja added that he anticipates for positive results against the Black Stars on the 7th October thus opening up Uganda’s chances of appearing for the first time to the world’s most precious football tournament.
    Players who attended training .
    Goalkeepers: Benjamin Ochan & Ismail Watenga
    Outfield players: Nico Wadada,  Denis Iguma,  Savio Kabugo, Bernard Muwanga,  Isaac Muleme, Timothy Awanyi, Ivan Ntege,  Tom Masiko,  Muzamir Mutyaba,  Tom Masiko,  Derrick Nsibambi and Nelson Senkatuka.