FUFA is in receipt of a letter from Mr. Milutin ‘Micho’ Sredojevic terminating his services as Uganda Cranes coach.
FUFA would like to thank Mr. Sredojevic for the services rendered to the Uganda Cranes during his time as coach of the National team especially when he guided the country to the AFCON finals in Gabon for the first time since 1978.
Ugandans will forever keep those memories with them.
FUFA will keep the public and members of the football family updated in due course on the way forward about the technical aspects of the Uganda Cranes.
FUFA wishes Micho the best in his future adventures.
Wednesday, 26th July 2017 was one of the most awaited days on the domestic football calendar.
It marked the crowing night for the best performers during the 2016/17 Azam Uganda Premier league season at Imperial Royale Hotel in Kampala.
www.fufa.co.ug captured some of the captivating colorful memories at the high class event organized by the Uganda Premier League, Azam Media and Kibo Media.
KCCA FC acting CEO Josephine Namukisa (center) and manager Mike Mutebi picked the club’s award
Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) football club striker Geofrey Sserunkuma took home a lion’s share of accolades.
Sserunkuma was the Most Valuable Player, top scorer, fans’ player of the year and was also named on the team of the year, taking home four different awards.
Geofrey Sserunkuma with his wife after the crowning ceremonyThe FUFA President handshakes some of the players named on the Best XI of the seasonGoalkeeping coach of the season Stephen Billy Kiggundu with the 1978 Uganda Cranes legendary goalie Paul Ssali MukisaReferee of the year, Alex Muhabi (with award) along side the legendary Ali Tomusange
The FUFA President, Eng, Moses Magogo was among the high profile guest list that included Members of parliament, National Council of sports, Government officials, representatives from sponsors, fans, active and retired players as well as referees.
KCCA players and officials at the awards nightFUFA CEO, Edgar Watson graced the Azam UPL awards
Sserunkuma was also rewarded with a car.
Mike Mutebi the coach of the year gets his award from NCS’ general secretary, David Ssemakula KatendeMusician Gravity Omutujju thrilled the guests, players and other officials who graced the awardsFUFA President, Eng. Moses Magogo delivering his speech during the awardsExpress FC Chairperson, Florence Nakiwala Kiyingi addresses the guestsMidfielder of the year, Ibrahim Sadam JumaDavid Isabirye of Kawowo Sports Media was the best on-line reporter. Others were recognized in print, photography, Television and special media recognition award
The main league sponsors Azam Television were joined by the other partners Nile Breweries Limited, Bidco Uganda Limited and Betway to make the event a complete success.
Some of the FSSL Board members present
Awards:
MVP: Geofrey Sserunkuma (KCCA Football club)
Top Scorer: Geofrey Sserunkuma (KCCA Football Club) – 21 Goals
Fans’ player of the Year: Geoffrey Sserunkuma (KCCA Football Club)
Life time achievers’ award: Patrick Kawooya (RIP) – Former SC Villa President
Young player of the year: Allan Okello (KCCA FC)
Midfielder of the year: Saddam Juma (Express)
Goalkeeper of the Year: Ismail Watenga (Vipers)
Defender of the Year: Halid Lwaliwa (Vipers)
Goalkeeping coach of the Year: Stephen Billy Kiggundu (Vipers)
Coach of the year: Mike Mutebi (KCCA Football Club)
Referee of the year: Alex Muhabi
Club Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the year award: David Tamale (KCCA football club)
Fair Play Individual of the year – Fredrick Senoga
Fair play team award – KCCA football club
Media (On line): David Isabirye (Kawowo Sports)
Media (Print): John Viannie Nsiimbe (The Observer)
Media (TV): Ismail Dhakaba Kigongo (NTV)
Media (Radio): Phiona Namiiro (Star F.M)
Special Recognition award: Bukedde TV
Media (Photography): John Batanudde (Red Pepper and Kawowo Sports)
Preparations for a successful 93rd FUFA Ordinary General Assembly at the Kabalega Resort Hotel in Masindi continue to take shape.
The assembly will be held on 5th August, 2017 starting at 9 am.
High Court Judge Henrietta Wolayo in Kampala on Thursday ruled that FUFA Assembly should to go ahead after a group of 3 fans had sought an injunction.
The Hearing of the main suit is on 29th September 2017.
FUFA Lawyer Kaasa Emmanuel who was part of the FUFA legal team in court is optmistic the matters will be solved amicably.
“We are glad that the High Court Judge Henrietta Wolayo in Kampala has given the Assembly a go ahead. He has however added that the main suit will be heard on 29th September 2017” Kaasa said.
Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) football club striker, Geofrey Sserunkuma smiled home with the most awards at the 2016/17 Azam Uganda Premier League awards held at Imperial Royal Hotel in Kampala on Wednesday night.
Sserunkuma was the Most Valuable Player, top scorer, fans’ player of the year and was also named on the team of the year, taking home four different awards.
“I am very honoured to win such awards. It is good to be recognized for the work done” Sserunkuma said in a brief speech.
The FUFA President handshakes some of the players named on the Best XI
The FUFA President, Eng, Moses Magogo was among the high profile guest list that included Members of parliament, National Council of sports, Government officials, representatives from sponsors, fans, active and retired players as well as referees.
“We are here to celebrate another successful footballing season. I appreciate all the stake holders of the game of football in this country right from the players, administrators, media, sponsors to the Government” Eng. Magogo noted.
Sserunkuma was also rewarded with a car.
The main league sponsors Azam Television were joined by the other partners Nile Breweries Limited, Bidco Uganda Limited to make the event a complete success.
Awards:
MVP: Geofrey Sserunkuma (KCCA Football club)
Top Scorer: Geofrey Sserunkuma (KCCA Football Club) – 21 Goals
Fans’ player of the Year: Geoffrey Sserunkuma (KCCA Football Club)
Life time achievers’ award: Patrick Kawooya (RIP) – Former SC Villa President
Young player of the year: Allan Okello (KCCA FC)
Midfielder of the year: Saddam Juma (Express)
Goalkeeper of the Year: Ismail Watenga (Vipers)
Defender of the Year: Halid Lwaliwa (Vipers)
Goalkeeping coach of the Year: Stephen Billy Kiggundu (Vipers)
Coach of the year: Mike Mutebi (KCCA Football Club)
Referee of the year: Alex Munabi
Club Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the year award: David Tamale (KCCA football club)
Fair Play Individual of the year – Fredrick Senoga
Fair play team award – KCCA football club
Media (On line): David Isabirye (Kawowo Sports)
Media (Print): John Viannie Nsiimbe (The Observer)
Media (TV): Ismail Dhakaba Kigongo (NTV)
Media (Radio): Phiona Namiiro (Star F.M)
Special Recognition award: Bukedde TV
Media (Photography): John Batanudde (Red Pepper and Kawowo Sports)
FUFA and the Uganda Cranes coach Milutin ‘Micho’ Sredojevic have on Monday 24th July, 2017 held a meeting at FUFA House in Mengo in relation to the ongoing speculations about the status and future of the coach.
The meeting between the two parties held constructive discussions in which;
The past achievements, current and future of the Ugandan football were at the forefront during the discussions
The parties have agreed that FUFA CEO Edgar Watson talks to the agent of the Uganda Cranes Coach Micho over the matters.
FUFA and Micho will release a statement after the FUFA CEO has held discussions with the coach’s agent.
‘The meeting that also discussed the technical aspects of the just concluded 2018 CHAN qualifier match played between Uganda Cranes and South Sudan was attended by FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo 1st Vice President Justus Mugisha, 2nd Vice President Darius Mugoye and FUFA CEO Edgar Watson’ said FUFA Communications Manager Ahmed Hussein
Following this statement, FUFA requests the public to disregard any speculations about this matter.
Rwanda 0-0 Tanzania (Agg: 1-1) *Rwanda advances on away goal rule
www.fufa.co.ugbrings to you the colourful pictorial from the match held at Phillip Omondi stadium, Lugogo in Kampala.
Robert Wulube in an aerial battle with Uganda Cranes captain on the day, Bernard Muwanga
Uganda Cranes humiliated neighbors South Sudan 5-1 during the return leg of the Total CHAN championship qualifiers at the Phillip Omondi stadium, Kampala on Saturday.
Uganda Cranes starting eleven against South SudanSouth Sudan XI
Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) striker Paul Mucureezi starred with four individual goals moments after replacing Derrick Nsibambi who suffered a head injury after opening the scoring charts in the 33rd minute.
A section of fans watching the Uganda Cranes – South Sudan match at the Phillip Omondi stadium, Lugogo in KampalaFans loved every move executed and cheered every goal scored on the eveningUganda Cranes head coach Micho with the 4 goal hero Paul Mucureezi with his match day ballBetty Olive Kamya inspects the teamsHard working right back Nico Wakiro Wadada had a field day at office. He created the opening goal on the dayOfficials from Uganda and South Sudan sung the three stanzas of the Uganda National Anthem with passion prior to kick off at Lugogo
Uganda Cranes thus progress to the second round of the qualifiers.
Uganda will play Rwanda who advanced on away goal’s rule after a goal-less draw in the second leg in Kigali.
Uganda Cranes head coach Micho being greeted by Minister in charge of Kampala alongside the other members of the technical staffThe Uganda and South Sudan team players majestically march to the field of play at LugogoMidfielder Milton Karisa races to the ballCaptain Muwanga Bernard with Leon Khamis. Khamis scored the consolation for South Sudan
Uganda has previously played at the CHAN Tournament on three occasions in 2012 (Sudan), 2014 (South Africa) and lately 2016 in Rwanda.
Uganda will play Rwanda on 12th August 2017 in Kampala during the first leg.
The return leg will come a week later.
The eventual winner of the second round tie will qualify for the final tournament in Kenya come 2018.
The man of the match Paul Mucureezi kisses the match day ball after the official press conference
Team Line ups:
Uganda Cranes XI: Ismael Watenga (GK), Nico Wakiro Wadada, Isaac Muleme, Savio Kabugo, Timothy Awanyi, Benard Muwanga, Milton Kariisa, Moses Waiswa (77’ Tom Masiko), Derrick Nsibambi (36’ Paul Mucureezi), Muzamiru Mutyaba (61’ Simon Sserunkuma), Shafiq Kagimu
Subs not used: Saidi Keni (GK), Paul Musamali, Nicholas Kasozi, Geoffrey Sserunkuma
South Sudan XI: Khamis Daniel Dak (G.K), Yassir Khemis Cellestin, Abdu Awad Lemi, Salah Abubakar, David Omot Sebit, Peter Chol Bentiu, Robert Wurube Lopidia, Sebit Ajak Bol (60′ Farouq Tajedin), Daniel Oliver Boki (Joseph Celestino Oyuru), Leon Khamis Uso, James Joseph Saeed (71′ Stephen John Samson)
Subs Not used: Joseph Robert Adu (G.K), James Anei Mateil, Emmanuel Thomas Lumari, John Albino
FIFA Referees from Tanzania handled Uganda Cranes versus South Sudan CHAN 2018 qualifier
Match Officials:
Center Referee: Elly Ally Sasii (Tanzania)
1st Assistant Referee: Josephat Deu Bulali (Tanzania)
2nd Assistant Referee: John Longino Kanyenye (Tanzania)
Reserve Referee: Israel Omusingi Njunwa Mujuni (Tanzania)
The media is awash with reports that Uganda Cranes coach Milutin ‘Micho’ Sredojevic has resigned.
However Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) would like to put forward to the public important information as;
FUFA President, as per his routine sessions after an international match, will hold a technical meeting with the National Team coach of Uganda Cranes Mr. Sredojevic.
that will come after the CHAN 2018 convincing 5-1 victory over South Sudan.
FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo who is on his way from Morocco after attending a series of CAF organised events has already talked to Mr. Sredojevic.
Mr. Sredojevic hasn’t forwarded any communication to FUFA about rumours that he has resigned his post as National team coach of Uganda Cranes.
However, in the meeting on Monday, FUFA will find out officially from Mr. Sredojevic his position on the rumours and his future as Uganda Cranes Coach. Thereafter FUFA and the Coach will make an official communication on the matter.
FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo (with tie), Uganda Cranes head coach Milutin Sredojevic, FUFA Technical chairman Hamid Juma (extreme right) and the FUFA Communications manager, Ahmed Hussein (second left) and the FUFA Finance Director Decolas Kiiza (extreme left) during a previous press conference at FUFA House in Mengo, Kampala
‘We understand our Coach as a professional who will address any issues with his employers first then a formal communication will be made’ said FUFA Communications Manager Ahmed Hussein.
We request the public to remain calm about this matter.
Rwanda 0-0Tanzania (Agg: 1-1) *Rwanda advances on away goal rule
Uganda Cranes humiliated neighbors South Sudan 5-1 during the return leg of the Total CHAN championship qualifiers at the Phillip Omondi stadium, Kampala on Saturday.
Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) striker Paul Mucureezi single handedly led the assault with 4 goals.
Derrick Nsibambi headed home the first goal of the day after 33 minutes after a great cross from the right by Nico Wakiro Wadada.
Uganda Cranes players sing the national anthem prior to kick off
Nsibambi suffered a head injury after he was hit by the goalkeeper Khamis Daniel Dak.
Moments later, Nsibambi paved way for the four goal hero, Mucureezi.
Mucureezi scored in the 43rd, 49th, 53rd and 59th minutes.
“I am very happy to have scored on my debut. I dedicate these goals to my parents in Ntungamo. I was inspired by coach Micho who told me to play well for the people of Kabale who expressed love for Uganda Cranes during the regional tours” Mucureezi said in the post match press conference.
Uganda Cranes head coach Micho with the 4 goal hero Paul Mucureezi with his match day ballA section of fans watching the Uganda Cranes – South Sudan match at the Phillip Omondi stadium, Lugogo in Kampala
Uganda has previously played at the CHAN Tournament on three occasions in 2012 (Sudan), 2014 (South Africa) and lately 2016 in Rwanda.
Goalkeeper Ismael Watenga being closed down by striker James Joseph Saeed during the game
The Championship of African Nations (CHAN) football tournament is only reserved for the locally based players who ply their trade in domestic leagues of the respective countries.
Betty Olive Kamya inspects the teams
The match in Kampala was watched by the FUFA Executive committee member Rogers Byamukama, 3rd FUFA VP Dennis Mbidde, delegates and a mammoth crowd.
The Government was represented by the State Minister for Sports Hon. Charles Bakabulindi, Minister in charge of Kampala, Betty Kamya.
A number of parliamentarians graced the match.
South Sudan XI
Uganda Cranes thus progress to the second round of the qualifiers.
Uganda will play Rwanda who advanced on away goal’s rule after a goal-less draw in the second leg in Kigali.
The eventual winner of the second round tie will qualify for the final tournament in Kenya come 2018.
Uganda Cranes starting eleven against South Sudan
Team Line ups:
Uganda Cranes XI: Ismael Watenga (GK), Nico Wakiro Wadada, Isaac Muleme, Savio Kabugo, Timothy Awanyi, Benard Muwanga, Milton Kariisa, Moses Waiswa (77’ Tom Masiko), Derrick Nsibambi (36’ Paul Mucureezi), Muzamiru Mutyaba (61’ Simon Sserunkuma), Shafiq Kagimu
Subs not used: Saidi Keni (GK), Paul Musamali, Nicholas Kasozi, Geoffrey Sserunkuma
South Sudan XI: Khamis Daniel Dak (G.K), Yassir Khemis Cellestin, Abdu Awad Lemi, Salah Abubakar, David Omot Sebit, Peter Chol Bentiu, Robert Wurube Lopidia, Sebit Ajak Bol (60′ Farouq Tajedin), Daniel Oliver Boki (Joseph Celestino Oyuru), Leon Khamis Uso, James Joseph Saeed (71′ Stephen John Samson)
Subs Not used: Joseph Robert Adu (G.K), James Anei Mateil, Emmanuel Thomas Lumari, John Albino
Match Officials:
Center Referee: Elly Ally Sasii (Tanzania)
1st Assistant Referee: Josephat Deu Bulali (Tanzania)
2nd Assistant Referee: John Longino Kanyenye (Tanzania)
Reserve Referee: Israel Omusingi Njunwa Mujuni (Tanzania)
Uganda Cranes head coach Milutin ‘Micho’ Sredojevich is confident the national side is in the best shape ahead of their CHAN 2018 second round return leg qualifier game against South Sudan.
The Cranes had their last training session at Philip Omondi stadium on Friday afternoon before checking into camp at the African Bible University in Lubowa.
“With due respect to our opponents and the game of football I have asked my players to relax and enjoy their game tomorrow. We have worked so hard to correct the few mistakes that I and my technical team noticed last weekend and also tried to resolve our biggest weakness last weekend of lacking efficiency at converting the chances we got.” Micho stated after the training at Lugogo.
Micho supervises the work outs
‘I trust and believe in the abilities of the players we have and don’t want them to put any kind of pressure on themselves. if anyone should be under pressure it should be me and not them. I want them to be at ease, play and enjoy the game I know we shall get the result we want; a result that is going to make all Ugandans happy and proud but at the same time entertain.’ Micho added.
After a goalless draw in the opposite fixture, Micho’s charges needs to win to qualify for the 3rd and last round of the qualifiers set to meet the winner between Rwanda and Tanzania who face of in another fixture of the qualifiers.
Meanwhile, the South Sudanese team trained at Lugogo on Friday evening.
Players in camp
Goalkeepers: Ismail Watenga, Saidi Keni
Defenders: Nico Wakiro Wadada, Paul Musamali, Savio Kabugo, Isaac Muleme, Timothy Awanyi, Bernard Muwanga
Midfielders: Nicholas Kasozi, Shafiq Kagimu, Tom Masiko, Simon Serunkuma, Muzamil Mutyaba, Paul Mucureezi, Moses Waiswa
Strikers: Geofrey Serunkuma, Derrick Nsibambi and Kariisa Milton
The South Sudanese delegation to Uganda for the Total CHAN 2018 Qualifier against Uganda Cranes arrived in the country on Thursday afternoon.
The contingent used two different flights-Ethiopian Airlines and RwandAir. The team is accommodated at Land Mark Hotel in Muyenga.
Some of the South Sudan players alight from the plane at Entebbe International Airport
They will hold the official training session tomorrow (Friday at 4pm) at the Philip Omondi Stadium under the CAF Media and Marketing Regulations for the Total CHAN 2018.
South Sudan Delegation to Uganda for the Total CHAN 2018 Qualifier against Uganda Cranes
Officials
Head of Delegation-Venasio Amum Deng
Protocol Officer-Joseph Deng Chol Kuol
Administrator- Abdalrahman Chol Lual
Administrator-Sami Ezedin Daniel
Head coach-Bilal Felix Komoyangi
General Coach-Hung Se Lim (South Korean)
Assistant coach-James Ezekel Ismail
Fitness Coach-Jacob Monday Juma
Goalkeeper coach-Emmanuel Baya Clement
Team Doctor-Remo Alberto James
Team Manager-Lawrence Drale Eluzai
Kit man-Juma Jenaro Akono
Media-Daniel Arop Yor Gabriel
Media-El Sheikh Chol Ajeing
Players: Khamis Daniel Dak, Robert Joseph Adu Bangu, Yasir Khamis Cellistino, Omot Sebit David, James Anei Mateil, Farouq Tajedin Mohammad, Salah Abubakar Adam Ahmed, Abdu Awad Lemi, Wurube Robert Lopidia, Chol Peter Bentiu, Boki Daniel Oliver, John Albino Majak, Sebit Ajak Bol, Emmanuel Thomas Lumari, Stephen John Samson, Joseph Celestino Oyuru, James Joseph Saeed, Khamis Leon Uso
At Phillip Omondi stadium, Lugogo Stadium – Kampala
Entry Fees: 15,000/=, 25,000/= & 50,000/= (All tickets are sold at the gates)
Preparations for Uganda Cranes’ return leg of the Total Championship of African Nations tournament are progressing positively.
The development was confirmed during a press conference held on Thursday at the Phillip Omondi stadium, Lugogo.
FUFA delegate and Executive Committee member Rogers Byamukama, Bobkins Kibirige, Managing Director of Kibo Media, the event company responsible for organizing the match, the national team head coach Milutin Micho Sredojevic and the FUFA Communications manager, Ahmed Hussein attended the press conference.
Byamukama lauded the supportive role of the media in promoting all the FUFA activities and football projects in Uganda.
It is upon this background that he politely asked the media to rally all the fans come in big numbers and support the national team.
“We thank the media for the good work they are doing. As FUFA, we ask you to continue with this noble cause. Call upon all the fans to turn up and cheer the national team in the return leg” Byamukama stated.
Kibirige in his address assured the public about the efficient access control procedure before, during and after the match.
He hinted on the stringent security measures to ensure safety at all times with the help of the police and a private security group, Hash.
“Security is well in place for all the fans, players and guests. The road from Shoprite to Naguru road will be blocked to ensure order. The tickets shall be sold near the access routes to the main stadium. All the gates to the stadium will be open at noon. All the media will be accredited” Kibirige said.
Head coachSredojevic sounded optimistic and ready for the task at hand.
“We have done the home work right technically and tactically. All the players are physically fit, mentally stable to play in the return leg. We are polishing on the conversion rate so that we score as many goals as possible” Micho remarked.
Meanwhile, the Uganda Cranes team will train on Thursday and Friday, the two remaining sessions ahead of the return leg that will be handled by referees from Tanzania.
Uganda Cranes warmed up for the South Sudan tie with an outstanding 5-1 victory over KCCA at the Philip Omondi stadium, Lugogo on Wednesday.
Muzamiru Mutyaba scored a brace in this match.
Nelson Senkatuka, Derrick Nsibambi and Shafiq Kagimu were also on target for the national team.
Mansoor Safi got the consolation for Mike Mutebi’s charges.
Uganda Cranes First half team. They led 1-0 by the half time break
Uganda Cranes head coach, Milutin “Micho” Sredojevic fielded two different sides for either halves.
Charles Lukwago (KCCA’s goalkeeper) jumps high to collect a routine high ball as defender Peter Magambo keeps a close eye on striker Nelson Senkatuka (in yellow) during the friendly match
He was impressed by the physical fitness, mental strength, technical and tactical awareness but bemoaned for the goal conceded.
“We were better on the offensive but not happy for the good conceded. We have two more training sessions to polish up whatever is not right” Micho told the media after the training match.
Paul Mucureezi and Brian Majwega congratulate Nelson Senkatuka who opened the scoring with a calm finish
Meanwhile, South Sudan arrives on Thursday evening.
Uganda Cranes and KCCA players greet each other before kick off. The match was officiated by Brian Miiro, Dick Okello and Ronald Katenya. The trio will be joined by Ali Sabilla for the CHAN 2018 qualifier between Rwanda and Tanzania in Kigali this Weekend
The team training returns on Thursday evening starting at 3:30 p.m.
Before the session, there will be a press conference at Lugogo scheduled for 11 p.m meant for the international match organizing committee, match promoters Kibo Media and security operative.
Team Line ups:
KCCA XI:
Charles Lukwago (G.K), Fillbert Obenchan, Habib Kavuma, Mustapha Kizza, Magambo, Isaac Kirabira, Allan Oreyk (Noel Nasasira), Jackson Nunda (Solomon Walusimbi, Mansoor Safi), Lawrence Bukenya, Tito Okello, Abdallah Muhammed
Uganda Cranes XI:
Saidi Keni (Tom Ikara), Paul Musamali, John Adriko, Murushid Jjuuko, Tom Masiko, Nicholas Kasozi, Simon Sserunkuma, Moses Waiswa, Nelson Senkatuka, Paul Mucureezi, Brian Majwega
Uganda Cranes tactician Milutin Sredojevic is confident that his team will triumph over South Sudan on Saturday in the retrun leg first round qualifier of the Total African Nations Championships (CHAN) Kenya at the Philip Omondi Stadium, Lugogo.
Uganda was held to a scoreless draw during the first leg last Friday at the Juba Stadium, Juba.
According to Micho Uganda was unlucky retrun home without a win.
‘We failed to convert a penalty, a goal was canceled and the team missed a host of chances but we have an advantage because we never conceded’ said Micho
The Serbian tactician is happy that the boys are reacting very during training and he has set them ready to give the best results on.
‘Many players save for those who play with KCCA FC and Proline FC, the rest are used to the artificial turf but I am happy that they are adapting to it and have learnt how the ball moves and bounces at the turf’ added teh historic Micho who led Uganda Cranes to their first appearance at AFCON after 39 years of waiting.
He concluded by calling upon Ugandans to come and cheer the Uganda Cranes on Saturday to give the boys morale to eliminate South Sudan as it will open chances of qualifying for CHAN Kenya 2018.
If Uganda eliminates South Sudan, there is potential thriller as either Tanzania or Rwanda will have to make teh trip to Kampala for a place to the finals to be hosted by Kenya.
Eng. Moses Magogo-FUFA President, CAF Executive Committee Member
Justus Mugisha-FUFA 1st Vice President, FIFA Instructor (Administration)
Darius Mugoye-FUFA 2nd Vice President, Chairman FUFA Competitions Committee
Edgar Watson-FUFA CEO, Member of CAF Technical Study Group
A strong four man FUFA Delegation is in Rabat for the CAF Competitions Symposium that runs from Tuesday to Wednesday in Morocco.
The Symposium is a follow up of the CAF Executive Committee Meeting held in Manama-Bahrain on May 8th this year that decided to organize a symposium to develop the new vision of African football for the next ten (10) years.
FUFA is represented by its top brass led by President Eng. Moses Magogo, his 1st Vice President Justus Mugisha, 2nd Vice President Darius Mugoye and Chief Executive Officer Edgar Watson.
CAF President Ahmad Ahmad and FIFA President Gianni Infantino are also in Rabat for the Symposium.
The symposium will highlight all issues related to CAF Competitions including the organization, format and the schedule of CAF Competitions.
‘We are in Morocco to contribute ideas that will help change the face of African football. We have talent in this wonderful continent. However, we need to devise means on how to get the best through proper planning’ said FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo.
East or West home is best: Celebrated Ugandan SuperSport journalist Usher Komugisha (L) with the FUFA Delegation in Morocco for the CAF Competitions Symposium Edgar Watson, Justus Mugisha, Eng. Moses Magogo, Darius Mugoye
The Symposium has brought together various stakeholders like players, referees, coaches, Media and administrators of African football.
The Moroccan Football Association and CAF have organized the Symposium.
The Symposium Programme will handle the following the topics;
African Cup of Nations-The Competition
African Cup of Nations, the Host Country’s Specifications
Inter Club Competitions
Youth Football
Football and Development
Communication and Media
Market and TV
CAF has also confirmed that working groups will be set up for each topic and their recommendations will be submitted to the plenary session which will include the Presidents and Secretary Generals CEOs) of the National Associations, National coaches and experts invited.
MAIN PHOTO: L-R (FUFA Delegation in Rabat, Morocco for the CAF Competitions Symposium Edgar Watson (CEO, FUFA), Justus Mugisha ( 1st VP FUFA), Eng. Moses Magogo (FUFA President) and Darius Mugoye (2nd VP FUFA)
The Uganda National team has intensified training ahead of the 1st round return leg of the Total CHAN Kenya 2018 campaign against South Sudan.
The team has conducted day two of non residential training since return from South Sudan on Saturday at the Star Times Stadium, Lugogo.
Defender Savio Kabugo told www.fufa.co.ug that he is confident that Uganda will eliminate South Sudan and get through to the next stage of the qualifiers.
“I have confidence that we will eliminate South Sudan and get to the next stage of the qualifiers because players are well determined and motivated for the challenge” Kabugo noted.
Kabugo added that amidst the challenge faced by some players at the artificial turf, the time they have trained at the Star Times Stadium is enough for them to acclimatize to it.
Team resumes training on Wednesday 18, July 2017 at the Star Times Stadium, Lugogo.
Goalkeepers: Ismael Watenga, Ken Saidi, Tom Ikara
Outfield players: Nico Wakiro Wadada, Paul Musamali, Brian Majwega, Savio Kabugo, Timothy Awany, Bernard Muwanga, Milton Karisa, Tom Masiko, Muzamir Mutyaba, Paul Mucureezi, Geofrey Sserunkuma (Captain), Derrick Nsibambi, Isaac Muleme, John Adriko, Deus Bukenya, Moses Waiswa, Nicholas Kasozi and Shafiq Kagimu
The CAF ‘B’ Football Coaching course organised by Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) commenced on Monday 10th July, 2017 with 38 coaches taking part including, 36 male coaches and two ladies vying for the continental football coaching license.
The on-going two week(s) residential football coaching course that will climax on Sunday 23th July 2017 at FUFA Technical Centre Njeru(Jinja) has seen a number of CAF Insructors including Jackson Nyima, Asuman Lubowa, Stone Kyambadde, Samuel Egesa, Yahaya Katumba and Sadiq Wasswa, conduct, facilitate and treat the coaches to the course’s dose requirement.
CAF Instructor and FUFA Education Officer Jackson Nyima credited the federation for its tireless endeavor to foster Football development through Capacity building.
Nyima was delighted with the coaches’ attitude, dedication and love for the game football.
I thank you (coaches )for overwhelmingly responding to our call we delighted and proud of your endless efforts to promote football to another level.
I also thank FUFA, for the continued efforts to bolster football development in the country through the arrangement of capacity building courses that will empower the coaches with the technical ability to sustain and handle crucial football coaching challenges streamlined to football professionalism.
An assessor from the Continental Football Governing body CAF will assess these coaches on Wednesday 19th, July 2017 to ascertain and establish their Oral and Practical ability to execute and showcase the Football coaching basics and modules
The Football Coaching license that will climax on Sunday, 23rd July 2017 has seen coaches cover vital football coaching units that have made them (coaches) enthusiastic to bolster their fortunes, impact their lives and communities through Football for example laws of the game, Goal keeping ethics and dynamics,Football basic modules, to mention but a few.
“The Footballing knowledge tapped so far has not only made me think out loud on how to go about games on all Footballing fronts that’s the tactical and technical approaches, but also made me get the detailed overview of the amazing game football, can’t wait to hit the ground running come the new season.” Coach Mbekeka, one of the female participants and head coach for Stream Football club
