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  • Pictorial: Triumphant Uganda Cranes contingent returns home safely

    Pictorial: Triumphant Uganda Cranes contingent returns home safely

    The triumphant Uganda Cranes delegation successfully returned from Cape Verde Islands early Tuesday morning (3am).

    The group was received by a host of FUFA officials led by the 1st Vice President Justus Mugisha, CEO Edgar Watson, Humphrey Mandu (Deputy CEO), Hamid Juma (FUFA Executive committee member and Chairman Technical Committee), Decolas Kiiza (Director of Finance), Ahmed Hussein (FUFA Communications Manager), Hassan Kirunda Kakaire (FUFA Big league Delegate), Patrick Ntege (National teams’ Officer), FUFA Staff, fans, media, friends and relatives.

    L-R: Coach Micho, Humphrey Mandu and Edgar Watson chat shortly after the team’s arrival at Entebbe International Airport

    The group touched down at Entebbe International aboard Ethiopian Airlines on flight ET 336 from Addis Ababa.

    Thereafter, there was a special press conference held at the Airport where head of delegation Dennis Mbidde lauded the players, technical staff and the federation as a whole for the job well done.

    Some of the players upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport L-R Shaban Muhammad, Wadada nicolas, Murushid Juuko and Isaac Mulene
    Goalkeeping coach Fred Kajoba arrives at Entebbe International Airport. FUFA 1st Vice President Justus Mugisha is on the right.

    ‘We traveled with a committed and diligent team. I salute the players in a special way. This a a perfect start for the Project Cameroon 2019. I thank the technical team and FUFA as a whole’ Mbidde stated in a brief speech.

    Team captain Denis Onyango was equally ecstatic about the victory registered away from home.

    Dennis Onyango (R) joined by the FUFA 1st Vice President Justus Mugisha during the press conference at Entebbe International Airport

    ‘We responded positively despite the challenges encountered before the game. I thank the gallant players and technical team as well for the job well done. Let us stay focused for the job ahead of us’ Onyango, who officially started his role as team captain noted.

    Team head coach Milutin Sredejovic appreciated  the spirit exhibited in the particular game.

    ‘Since 2014, we have only lost one away match where we considered a penalty. The entire group was focused and i also hail the senior players on the team. We pushed to the limit and delivered. We are now eyeing the CHAN 2018 and FIFA World Cup qualifiers. I thank the players and FUFA for the preparations’ Micho said.

    The FUFA President, Eng. Moses Magogo hailed the sponsors – Airtel Uganda, Nile Special, Bidco, Ecobank, NIC, the players, fans, FUFA Executive Committee and the secretariat staff for the efforts during the trip to Cape Verde.

    FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo with Finance Director Decolas Kiiza (R)

    He called upon the Government of Uganda to fully support the national team, like it is done elsewhere in Africa.

    ‘It is exactly 12 days since we left the country for Cape Verde. We played three matches against Ethiopia, Senegal and Cape Verde. I salute the performance of the players for the discipline and hard-work. It is not easy to keep away for that long in such conditions and you still deliver positive results. I thank the FUFA Executive and secretariat for the necessary support. I continue to call upon the Government for financial support towards the Uganda Cranes. We need to be included on the national budget like it is done elsewhere in Africa. Our winning away to Cape Verde should only make us prepare better ahead of future engagements.’ The FUFA President said in his speech.

    Benard Muwanga, Denis Onyango and Ahmed Hussein at the Entebbe Airport

    The players were then served to a cocktail before the entire group departed for their respective homes.

    Focus immediately turns to the CHAN 2018 preparations as well as 2018 FIFA World Cup qualification campaign.

    Uganda Cranes will play South Sudan in a two legged CHAN 2018 first round qualifier next month.

    In August, the national team will then host Egypt in the 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifier in Kampala.

  • AFCON 2019 Qualifiers: Serunkuma’s goal sends Ugandans into wild celebrations as Cranes beats Cape Verde

    AFCON 2019 Qualifiers: Serunkuma’s goal sends Ugandans into wild celebrations as Cranes beats Cape Verde

    AFCON 2019 Qualifiers (Group L)

    FT: Cape Verde 0-1 Uganda

    Goal: Geofrey Serunkuma (on 83 minutes)

    KCCA FC striker Geoffrey Serunkuma barely spent time on the pitch after coming on for Emma Okwi before announcing his arrival with an important goal that Cranes coach Milutin Sredojevic will look up to during the campaign of the Total Africa Cup of Nations 2019.

    Uganda Cranes Starting XI L-R (Back row) Emma Okwi, Khalid Aucho, Derrick Nsibambi, Hassan Wasswa Mawanda, Murushid Juuko, Bernard Muwanga, Denis Onyango Front row (L-R) Nicolas Wadada, Faruku Miya, Isaac Muleme, Godfrey Walusimbi

    Micho substituted Okwi after he picked up a yellow card but the stylish striker had done his job for the period he spent on the pitch after keeping the Cape Verde defence under pressure.

    Micho took off Isaac Muleme for a striker Milton Karisa and Cranes had four strikers on the pitch Okwi, Miya Faruku, Derrick Nsibambi just at the start of the second half.

    Serunkuma netted late in the game for Uganda Cranes to win 1-0 in Group L.

    Denis Onyango started a new chapter as the full time captain of the Uganda Cranes with fabulous saves in the match.

    Hassan Wasswa and Khalid Aucho were in charge of the midfield while Murushid Juuko and Bernard Muwanga manned the defense with Godfrey Walusimbi and Wadada playing on the left and right ful backs respectively.

    ‘It was a good result. We were not disrupted by events on Saturday. We remained focused. We would have maintained our away record had it not been the penalty we conceded against Burkina Faso in 2016. This is a good wonderful result for my boys and the people of Uganda’ said Uganda Cranes coach Micho.

     

    FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo (facing camera with cap) congratulates goalkeper Dennis Onyango during the celebrations after the final whistle

    FUFA Communication Manager Ahmed Hussein confirmed that the team will return home on Tuesday.

    ‘Uganda Cranes left Cape Verde last night 11 pm (time in Praia)- (3 a.m Monday in Uganda) but will arrive at Entebbe International Airport on Tuesday at 3 am. Let’s turn up in big numbers to welcome back our heroes’ said Hussein,

    Striker Derrick Nsibambi is sandwiched during play
    Uganda Cranes forward player Faruku Miya attempts to dribble past two Cape Verde players players

    Team Line ups:

    Cape Verde XI: Vozinha (G.K), Tiago Almeida, Carlitos, Vally, Gege, Marcos Soares (59’ Ryan Mendes), Jamiro (76’ Helder), Garry Rodrigues, Ponck, Ze Luis, Julio Tavares (59’ Heldon)

    Subs Not Used: Babanco, Kevin Oliveira

    Head coach: Lúcio Antunes

    Uganda Cranes XI: Denis Onyango (GK) (C), Nicholas Wadada, Godfrey Walusimbi, Bernard Muwanga, Murushid Jjuuko, Hassan Wasswa Mawanda, Khalid Aucho, Faruku Miya, Emmanuel Arnold Okwi (78′ Geofrey Sserunkuma), Derrick Nsibambi (94′ Denis Timothy Awany) and Isaac Muleme (46′ Milton Karisa)

    Subs Not Used: Benjamin Ochan (GK), Isma Watenga (GK), Denis Okot, Robert Kaketo, Muhammad Shaban

    Head coach: Milutin Sredejovic

    PHOTO CREDITS: FUFA Communications Department. 

     

  • Total AFCON 2019 Qualifiers (Group L): Cape Verde Vs Uganda-Micho names starting team

    Total AFCON 2019 Qualifiers (Group L): Cape Verde Vs Uganda-Micho names starting team

    AFCON 2019 Qualifiers (Group L): Cape Verde Vs Uganda

    Saturday, 11th June 2017

    Estádio da Várzea, Praia City

    Time: 8.30pm EAST (4.30pm in Cape Verde)

    Live on 102.1 FUFA fm 

    Uganda Cranes Coach Milutin ‘Micho’ Sredojevic has named his starting XI of Uganda Cranes to face Cape Verde in the opening match of the Total AFCON 2019 Group L in Praia on Sunday evening.

     

     

  • Verbatim by FUFA President about events that led to the postponement of Cape Verde vs Uganda Cranes match to Sunday

    Dear fellow Countrymen,

    The full contingent of 31 persons has finally made it to Cape Verde Capital Praia. Arrived at Stadium at 4.15pm and finally hotel at 4.40pm (Kick off time was 4.30pm) on Saturday.

    Going to Cape Verde continues to be a challenge to teams from Africa mainland. It is not once or twice that teams arrive hours before  kick off. Normally teams charter flights  to be able to get here.

    The only flights which connect Africa Mainland and Cape Verde is the Airline of Cape Verde that comes 3 times to Dakar a week. We planned and booked early for 31pax on this flight to arrive on 8th June 2017, 2 days before match.

    We were only told on 7th June that only 8 persons could travel with a list chosen by the Airline that we could not change.  And the rest to arrive 6am on 10th June (match day). We did not have options we obliged. It is just a 45 minutes flight anyway. When the first batch travelled the flight was half empty. We later almost failed to get a place for one player Milton Karisa who was a late inclusion by the coach from the friendlies performance despite needing to just replace a name of a dropped player.  We paid 3times the cost and still we travelled the flight was half empty.

    There was an official communication in writing from the Airline that there is a technical fault with the aircraft. Meanwhile word at Dakar airport was that you guys have to only arrive at match time. It looked like a usual plan by the hosts.

    We ceased this opportunity to ask CAF to postpone the game as the players had not had a real meal and had not rested since 2am and only arrived at kick-off.

    It is therefore nothing like poor planning but the connection between the Airline and Federation seemed planned. We managed to state our case and the game was postponed to allow last training and proper rest for the players yet not losing our return itinerary.

    Let us just pray that these  issues do not psychologically erode the players and we get the best of performance from the boys. Every one is now set to go

    We don’t have to find excuses and blames but pray for the best

    It is Our Game, It is Our Country

    #ProjectCameroon2019

  • AFCON 2019 Qualifiers: Cape Verde vs Uganda postponed to Sunday, Cranes full Contingent in Praia

    AFCON 2019 Qualifiers: Cape Verde vs Uganda postponed to Sunday, Cranes full Contingent in Praia

    AFCON 2019 Qualifiers (Group L): Cape Verde Vs Uganda

    Saturday, 11th June 2017

    Estádio da Várzea, Praia City

    Time: 8.30pm EAST (4.30pm in Cape Verde)

    Live on 102.1 FUFA fm 

    The opening match of Group L in the Total Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers between Caper Verde and Uganda Cranes has been postponed to Sunday 11th June, 2017.

    In a communication from CAF that reads;

    ‘Kindly be informed that the flight of the Ugandan team has failed to take off from Dakar due to technical problem which was considered as a case of force majeure by the Committee of the Africa Cup of Nations’ 

    The match was due to be played on Saturday 10th June, 2017 in Praia at 8.30pm (EAST), 4.30pm in Cape Verde.

    ‘The kick off time for tomorrow’s match has been delayed by 24 hours. We shall get more details about the change of the match but the players are in good condition and ready for action. The entire Uganda Cranes contingent is nowin Praia’ said FUFA Communications Manager Ahmed Hussein

    The change of match took the effort of FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo to communicate to Continental Soccer governing body CAF about today’s events in Dakar where Uganda Cranes final contingent had camped but found it difficult to connect to Cape Verde this morning.

     

  • FUFA Polls 2017 Update: Nomination for Executive Committee, Women set to vote

    FUFA Polls 2017 Update: Nomination for Executive Committee, Women set to vote

    FUFA Electoral Committee is set to conduct polls for the Women representation in the FUFA General Assembly. Three delegates will be voted with two of them representing the Uganda Women Football Association while the other is for the 15 FUFA Women Elite League clubs.

    It is mandatory the candidates to be women but the elective Assembly can include male officials from the clubs and schools attached to women football.

    The two Elective Assemblies are set for 15th June, 2017 at FUFA House starting 10am.

    Nomination process for the FUFA Executive Committee

    The FUFA Electoral Committee Chairman Sam Bakiika has confirmed that all aspiring candidates for the FUFA Executive Committee will start picking forms from Monday 12th to 14th June, 2017 at FUFA House.

    ‘Our entire Electoral team will be at FUFA House to receive aspiring candidates to guide them on the modalities of the exercise. We shall start at 9am each day till the closure time of picking forms’ said Bakiika.

    The process which starts on 10th June and ends on 22nd June, 2017 will handle release of voters’ register, picking and returning nomination forms, declaration of candidates and grace period of receiving petitions and hearing appeals if any.

    The FUFA Executive Committee will be elected on 5th August, 2017 in Masindi.

    Key Documents for the FUFA Polls 2017

    Annex 1 of the FUFA Electoral Guidelines

    Annex 2 of the FUFA Electoral Guidelines

    Circular No. 1058

    FUFA Election Road Map 2017

    FUFA Electoral code

    FUFA Electoral Guidelines-2017

    FUFA Statutes 2017

  • Intermediaries’ report released by FUFA

    Intermediaries’ report released by FUFA

    FUFA has released a list of licensed Intermediaries and businesses conducted over the last one year period 2016/17. As stipulated by FIFA, the local soccer governing body is mandated to comply with the laid down process regarding the Transfer Matching system.

    Intermediary Report – Transactions: Publication Period: 01 April 2016 – 31 March 2017

    UGANDA April-2016 to 31st March 2017 Intermediary-1

    This report gives a projection into activities of registered Intermediaries by FUFA in Uganda and the information given is based on submission by individual Intermediary. FUFA has no formal or attachment on amount of money involved in transfers.

    Payments made UGANDA April-Intermediary- Payments 

    Intermediary

    Circular on Intermediaries0001

    Intermediaries Application form

    APPLICATION PROCEDURE FOR INTERMEDIARIES

    INTERMEDIARIES LIST 2019

    In 2015, FIFA replaced the FIFA Player’s Agents Regulations with the new Regulations on Working with Intermediaries. New rules make it much easier to become an intermediary. In this article, we will go through the steps on how to become one and give you some general tips.

    REGISTRATION

    The licensing system is no longer in use and has been replaced with a new one. Now intermediaries don’t need any qualifications. To start your career as an intermediary you just need to register at your national Football Association (FA).

    To register you need to sign an Intermediary Declaration which states that you will work within rules of FUFA and pay a registration fee. The registration fee is different in every country. Keep in mind that you will need to renew your registration every (calendar) year.

    In addition to that, you will also need to meet the requirements of a “Test of Good Character and Reputation for Intermediaries” and provide a proof of no criminal record (usually attainable at your national police department). The test also contains provisions for intermediaries applying to work with or in relation to Minors.

     

    REPRESENTATION CONTRACT

    Before engaging in any sort of intermediary activity on behalf of a player or a club, both parties have to agree on a Representation contract which must contain: the names of the parties, nature of legal relationship, scope of services, the duration, payment terms, the date of completion, termination provisions and signatures of both parties. Under the old Players’ Agent Regulations a representation contract could last as long as two years and could then be renewed if both parties agreed, however, under the new Regulations there is no maximum duration provided.

     

    SPECIAL RULES

    There are a few special rules for working with Minors. In order to work with Minors, intermediaries need to get a special authorization from FUFA. They also may not receive any form of payment for services provided in relation to U-18 players. You can still enter into an agreement with them as long as the player’s legal guardians sign the contract.

    The Associations can add additional requirements as long as they fit the minimum standard set by FIFA.

    SKILLS AND QUALITIES

    Since there are no entry requirements to become an intermediary here are some skills that will come in handy:

    – Work experience with a sports agency: Contact agencies to see if there are any internships/jobs available. That way you will get to know people in the industry and learn about the procedures.
    – Contacts within football industry: In this business, connections are very important. They help you reach more players and clubs making your job as an intermediary much easier.
    – Legal knowledge: It might come as a surprise but an intermediary needs a lot of knowledge about contract law. It is common for intermediaries to have a law degree or some other type of law education.
    – Business knowledge: The other part of your job will be negotiating so business knowledge is also very important.
    – Football knowledge: You will need to understand the game of football and how to spot talent. After all, better clients mean more income for you.
    – Social skills: Intermediary doesn’t only take care of contract negotiations. A lot of times he also takes the role of player’s PR. He often even gives advice to players regarding their personal issues.

    INCOME

    Your income will depend on whether you work for an agency or for yourself. If you work for an agency you may be paid a fixed salary. But if you work alone your income will be hugely based on the income of your client(s) and your contract(s) with them. The new rules recommend a payment of 3% of the transfer fee involved or 3% of the player’s basic gross income. But since these are only guidelines, in reality, the percentage can still rise up to 10%. Intermediary’s salary can also be based on other player incomes that are not his wage. Player’s endorsement contracts are for example often part of the income.

    Who is an “Intermediary”?

    Intermediary means any person or legal persons (e.g. company, business) who, for a fee or free of charge, is engaged by a Club (being any club that is registered or affiliated with FUFA/FIFA, one of its member federations or an association affiliated to one of its member federations) and/or Player in a “Transaction”.

    What is a “Transaction”?

    Transaction means the conclusion of either: an employment contract between a player and club, including, without limitation, a renegotiation, variation, extension or renewal of an existing employment contract; or a transfer agreement between two clubs.

    Who can act as an Intermediary and what do I need to lodge?

    Subject to complying with FUFA/FIFA’s Regulations on Working with Intermediaries (the Regulations) and submitting a valid Intermediary Declaration, any person or legal person may act as an Intermediary.

    If you act as an Intermediary in a Transaction, FUFA will register your involvement in the FUFA Registration System. Before FUFA registers you in the system, FUFA must be satisfied that you: have an impeccable reputation; and  have no conflicts (e.g. employment or contractual relationship) with FUFA, leagues, associations, confederations or FIFA.

     

    MAIN PHOTO: FUFA TMS Manager Ali Mwebe presents a certificate to Ronnie Santos (L) one of the licensed  FUFA Intermediaries 

  • FUFA Women’s Cup 2016/17: Olila beats UCU to set up clash in finalwith Gafford Ladies

    FUFA Women’s Cup 2016/17: Olila beats UCU to set up clash in finalwith Gafford Ladies

    FUFA Women’s Cup semifinal 2

    UCU 2(1) -2(2) Olila High School 

    Final: Gafford Ladies vs Olila High School on 18th June, 2017

    Olila High School qualified for the final of the FUFA Women’s Cup 2016/17 following a nail biting kicks from the penalty mark victory over UCU Lady Cardinals on Friday evening in Mukono.

    Olila will now play Gafford Ladies in the final on 18th June, 2017 in Busia.

    Normal time ended 2-2 following goals by Sharon Achieng and Cissy Nantongo (penalty) who had given Olila High a two goal lead while a penalty by Mercy Nabulobi and a strike from Esther Kadoni helped UCU level the scores to take the game into extra time.

    In the penalty shoot outs; Olila’s Vanessa Karungi saved three penalties to help her side overcome UCU Lady Cardinals.

    UCU blew up 4 of their 5 chances during the opportunity for kicks from the penalty mark while Olila converted two of their 4 kicks.

    Kicks from the penalty mark for UCU Lady Cardinals: Teddy Najjuma, Mercy Nabulobi, Banura Pheobe and Nakigozi Elizabeth were not successful with their kicks while Kemisa Adams converted hers.

    Olila had Alupo Norah and FUFA Women Elite League MVP Fazila Ikwaput scoring during the kicks from the penalty mark while Sharon Achieng and Cissy Nantongo missed.

    The Inaugural FUFA Women’s Cup final 2016/17 will be played on 18th June, 2017 in Busia.

  • Project Cameroon 2019: Sserunkuma speaks out ahead of Uganda Cranes clash with Cape Verde

    AFCON 2019 Qualifiers (Group L): Cape Verde Vs Uganda

    Saturday, 10th June 2017

    Estádio da Várzea, Praia City

    Time: 8.30pm EAST (4.30pm in Cape Verde)

    Live on 102.1 FUFA fm 

    Veteran Striker Geoffrey Serunkuma and Custodian Denis Onyango will not be facing Cape Verde for the first time with the Cranes.

    The duo was part of the Uganda Cranes that faced the Blue Sharks on 18th June 2005 at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole during the FIFA 2006 World Cup Qualifiers.

    Serunkuma scored the lone goal that gave Uganda a 1-0 victory on the day.

    Sserunkuma who plays for KCCA FC says that Cape Verde play a free flowing game but can be contained to avert any threats.

    ‘The Cape Verdeans play a flowing game but we managed to keep them silent at Namboole hence the win when I scored. However they are home on Saturday but we are hopeful of getting three points’ said Serunkuma

    However Sserunkuma will have to wait for the nod from Head coach Milutin Sredojevic to select him for the game on Saturday

    ‘I understand their style of play and when to catch them off guard. We are confident with the players we have here’ added Sserunkuma.

    The 34 year old is part of Uganda Cranes contingent that has 7 players and two officials Crispus Muyinda and Media officer Nsereko Hamza Kawuma who arrived early in Cape Verde after camping in Dakar, Senegal. The rest of the team will leave for Cape Verde tonight.

    Players in Cape Verde: Emmanuel Okwi, Geoffrey Serunkuma, Bernard Muwanga, Robert Kakeeto, Isaac Muleme, Derrick Nsibambi and Muhammad Shaban

  • 1st FUFA Women Cup: Gafford Ladies overcome Mutesa 1 to qualify for final

    1st FUFA Women Cup: Gafford Ladies overcome Mutesa 1 to qualify for final

    2017 FUFA Women Cup:

    Gafford Ladies 2-1 Mutesa 1 Royal University

    Gafford Ladies women Football club has become the first team to advance to the finals of the 2017 FUFA Women cup after a 2-1 victory in the first semi final played at the Mutesa II Wankulukuku stadium on Thursday.

    Teddy Veronica Lillian and Monica Namwase second half goals were enough enough to inspire the Kyebando based side to the final as they await the results from the second semifinal between UCU Lady Cardinals and Olila.

    Following a goal-less opening 45 minutes, Veronica lit up the game with the opener after just 2 minutes into the second half.

    Namwase then doubled the lead with a great solo effort after side stepping  goalkeeper Daisy Nakazilo to roll the ball into an empty net on minutes.

    Gafford Ladies XI
    Mutesa 1 Royal XI

    Abiba Nakayobyo pulled a goal back four minutes later to create a tense and exciting finish to the game.

    The second semi final will be played on Friday between UCU Lady Cardinals and Olila at the UCU main campus in Mukono.

    The final shall be played on 18th June 2017 at the Madibira play ground in Busia Municipality.

    Team Line ups:

    Gafford Ladies XI:Elsie Najjemba (G.K), Josephine Nakyewa, Lydia Namutebi, Florence Nakalule, Evelyne Kakayi, Hajara Hasten Nassuna, Monica Namwase, Shakira Mutimbwa, Teddy Lillian Veronica, Sheeba Zalwango, Gertude Karungi

    Subs: Madina Nandudu, Sophie Annet Nadudu, Zainah Nabatanzi, Rachael Ndagire, Alice Natumwa, Hellen Bwekembo

    Officials: Benjamin Wanyama (Head coach) & Stephen Wabwire (Assistant coach)

    Mutesa 1 Royal University XI: Daisy Nakazilo (GK), Juliet Nabale, Sharifa Naiga, Margret Birabirwa. Margret Namirimu, Precious Najjemba, Abiba Nakayobyo, Magadlene Nassanga, Sharon Namatovu, Janat Jungu, Betty Namataka

    Subs: Milly Nakidde (G.K), Irene Nakiryowa, Stellah Namisanga, Zam Najjuma, Angella Nantongo, Eron Nanyonga

    Official: Herbert Luboyera (Head coach)

     

  • Agape, Kyetume make the grade for 2017/18 FUFA Big League

    Agape, Kyetume make the grade for 2017/18 FUFA Big League

    FUFA Regional League Finals:

    • Eastern: CRO 0 (4) – 0 (5) Agape
    • Buganda: Kyetume 4-1 Nsaagu

    Agape and Kyetume became the latest clubs to be promoted to the 2017/18 FUFA Big league on Wednesday.

    Kyetume won the Buganda region final 4-1 over Nsaagu at Uganda Martyrs’ play ground, Ssonde.

    Denis Lubowa (brace),Yusuf Ssaaka and captain Rajab Jooga were on target for Kyetume, coached by former Uganda Cranes, URA and BUL midfielder Augustine Nsumba.

    Isaac Kalema got the equalizer for Nsaagu.

    AGAPE XI
    CRO XI

    In the Eastern region final, Agape defeated CRO 5-4 on post match penalties at the Busembatia play ground.

    This was after normal time had ended goalless before the kicks from the penalty were called.

    The two clubs (Agape and Kyetume) join Western region’s Sharp and Kampala’s Ntinda United as the already promoted clubs.

    MAIN PHOTO: Agape players with their trophy at Busembatia play ground on Wednesday afternoon

  • Robert Kakeeto Thrilled by maiden Uganda Cranes assignment

    Robert Kakeeto Thrilled by maiden Uganda Cranes assignment

    It is every footballer’s dream including Robert Kakeeko to pull on a National team jersey for his country. National team duty calls for delivery on focus, commitment and skills with an aim of not disappointing those who have put a lot of trust in a player during his career.

    Kakeeto a Ugandan International who trades his trade in Aalborg  FC in the Danish Super Liga landed a call up to the Uganda Cranes three days to the day the National team played Kitara Region Select on the Uganda Cranes Regional tours. The match was played on 28th May, 2017 in FortPortal.

    The 22 year says he will never forget in his life the day he donned the Uganda Cranes jersey.

    Kakeeto (4th from L) on National team duty in Forportal during the Uganda Cranes Regional Tour. He is in Senegal where Cranes is camped ahead of Saturday’s clash with Cape Verde.

    ‘It is like a dream come true for the reason that any footballer would crave for to feature in his National team. I cannot forget the day I first wore the National Team Jersey yet it was another opportunity for adventure in my motherland’ said an excited Kakeeto

    Kakeeto says that he grew up looking up to Ugandan midfield gem Tony Mawejje though he also admires KCCA FC midfielder Saddam Juma amidst being in the same age range.

    Kakeeto (3rd from L in red top ) at Entebbe International Airport with Uganda Cranes players getting set to fly out of the country last week.

    The Aalborg FC player adds that he has to fight tooth and nail not to disappoint those who have confidence in him in particular the National Team tactician Sredejovic ‘Micho’ Milutin for the opportunity he gave him to don the Cranes jersey.

    With hopes of being part of the Uganda Cranes team which will qualify for AFCON Cameroon 2019 and FIFA World Cup Russia 2018, Kakeeto can’t stop working hard to keep in shape for his club and the national team.

    ‘I have to work hard and deliver. It is an obligation for me because I don’t have to let down all those who have commended me especially the Head coach’

    Little did he know that he would ever play competitive football until when he received a lot of praises from people in his home village Kyetume in Mukono.

    Kakeeto in traning for the National team duty

    ‘I used to play football with my village mates with no hope at all of turning professional. I always heard fans from the sidelines commenting about my skills and how I passed the ball’ added Kakeeto

    During his teenage days he was invited to feature for his Village team and later joined Forever Living Soccer Academy in Kampala under Coach Matia Lule.

    Heavens opened for Kakeeto who later flew to Denmark for trials at Aalborg FC where he has enjoyed great football development stages till when he was promoted to the club’s Senior team.

    The enterprising midfield gem hopes to play in better European leagues like Premier League, Spanish Laliga , Budesliga, French League 1 and Italian Serie A .

    For now, Kakeeto will keep his fingers crossed as Head coach Micho looks forward to picking a positive result against Cape Verde when the Total Africa Cup of Nations 2019 Qualifiers get underway on Saturday 10th June, 2017.

    MAIN PHOTO: L-R Robert Kakeeto, Muhammad Shaban and Milton Karisa on National team duty 

     

  • FUFA Statement following allegations by Katwe United FC Chairman

    FUFA Statement following allegations by Katwe United FC Chairman

    It has come to the attention of FUFA that Hon. Allan Sewanyana together with Mr. Allan Mulindwa who is the Lawyer of the Dan Walusimbi Group has held a Press Conference on Wednesday 7th June, 2017 at Grand Imperial where statements were made implicating the person of the FUFA President in matters of unauthorized selling of tickets for the 2014 FIFA World Cup and that the matter has been submitted to FIFA Ethics and Integrity Committee.

    The details of the petition, its merits and demerits have been submitted to Kabega Bogezi & Bukenya Advocates (the Lawyers of the Person of the FUFA President) awaiting any legal steps from whatsoever authorities and any related questions and answers shall be a reserve of the legal team.

    It is however the obligation of FUFA to state some facts for the benefit of the public.

    1) To date FIFA has neither contacted the FUFA President nor the Institution, however when it does an appropriate response shall be provided as required.

    2) Since way back, FIFA Member Associations apply for World Cup Tickets if they receive orders from their Nationals with priority given to those involved in sports. In the recent times, this was the case even in the previous regimes when the FIFA World cup was held in 2006 & 2010 where the same mechanism was applied for 2014.

    3) For the case of 2014, many Ugandans applied for the World Cup Tickets and they paid their ticket face price fees to the FUFA Bank Account. The funds were later remitted to FIFA and Tickets were issued to the persons who paid. At an appropriate time, FUFA will release the corresponding bank trails and the list of Ugandan beneficiaries that applied, paid and received their 2014 World Cup Tickets through FUFA.

    4) All Ugandans that applied and paid for the tickets received them without any complaints whatsoever.

    5) It is therefore incorrect to allege that FIFA gives FUFA tickets for free distribution to Ugandans and there is no single Ugandan that was disenfranchised of the right to buy a ticket for the 2014 World Cup.

    6) FUFA is aware that this is election-related machinations but reiterates that the leadership of FUFA will be determined democratically and by the Members of FUFA and in accordance with the FUFA Statutes.

    The football fraternity including Government, 33 Members of FUFA, Sponsors, Partners, Fans, Public and Service Providers are urged to remain calm during this period as many of such statements are likely to come up in a bid to tarnish the image of the institution, its leaders and also divert the attention of football development in the country.

    It is Our Game, It is Our Country.

  • FUFA Polls 2017: Players, Coaches, Beach Soccer and Youth Associations elect delegates

    FUFA Polls 2017: Players, Coaches, Beach Soccer and Youth Associations elect delegates

    The Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) elections for the Special Interest Groups (SIG’s) continued with a success on Tuesday at FUFA House in Mengo, Kampala.

    Uganda Football Players Association (UFPA), Uganda Football Coaches Association (UFCA), Uganda Beach Soccer Association (UBSA) and Uganda Youth Football Association (UYFA) all voted for their respective candidates.

    Electoral Committee Vice Chairman Yusuf Awuye hands over the forms to the players’ delegates at FUFA House in Mengo, Kampala

    FUFA Electoral Committee Vice Chairperson Yusuf Awuye flanked by the committee support staff supervised and presided over the peaceful elections.

    Edward Kalungi and Paul Mukatabala are the two players’ representatives who sailed through un-opposed to the FUFA Assembly.

    L-R: Paul Mukatabala, Yusuf Awuye (FUFA Electoral Committee Vice Chairperson) and Edward Kalungi shortly after being confirmed at the Uganda Football Players Association delegates at FUFA House

    Paul Ssali Mukisa and Stone Kyambadde returned as the coaches’ delegates (also un-opposed).

    Deo Mutabazi with Anthony Tumwesigye are the beach soccer delegates (voted un-opposed too).

    John Bosco Matisko and Farouk Kigongo also returned unopposed as the youth delegates.

    Youth football delegate Farouk Kigongo recieves his certificate from Stanley Kinene at FUFA House on Tuesday
    L-R: Stanley Kinene, Stone Kyambadde, Yusuf Awuye and Paul Ssali Mukisa at FUFA House on Tuesday

    Awuye was the returning officer in the players and coaches’ election as Stanley Kinene handled the Uganda Beach Soccer Association election.

    Following the successful elections of the District Football Associations (DFA), Regional Football Associations (RFA) and Special Interest Groups (SIG’s), focus and attention will now switch to the women election then followed by the FUFA Executive elections.

    Uganda Football Players Association delegates with some of the FUFA Electoral Committee officials
    Uganda Beach Soccer Association (UBSA) delegates pose for a group photo with some of the FUFA Electoral Committee members
    Uganda Football Coaches Association delegates in a group photograph after a successful electoral process at FUFA House in Mengo, Kampala on Tuesday
    John Bosco Matisko receives his certificate

    Nominations for the FUFA Executive is slated for 10th – 22nd June 2017.

    Declaration of the successful candidates shall be on 23rd June and the voting is confirmed for 5th August 2017.

  • Technical: Ladies among participants for the FUFA beginners’ coaching course

    Technical: Ladies among participants for the FUFA beginners’ coaching course

    Gender sensitivity in football development is a key ingredient as far as developing the beautiful game world wide is concerned.

    From technical expertise, refereeing, communications, marketing, administration and management, either genders have crucial and equal tasks to undertake.

    Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA), too believes in gender equality.

    On Monday, a level one beginners’ coaching course (theory and practical) started with a massive number of 43 coaches, women inclusive.

    Aisha Nakato,  Aidah Namwase and Tracy  Namutebi are some of the diligent females at the week-long course organised by Tangosport Uganda.

    One of the ladies attending the course, Aisha Nakato (middle) in class

    The course is taking place at the FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru, Buikwe.

    Youth Development officer Bashir Mutyaba, Joseph Mutaka the Managing Director Tangosport Uganda and Paul Mukembo, the Education Affairs Manager Tangosport witnessed the official opening of the course.

    Tangosport director Joseph Mutaka expressed his gratitude upon the overwhelming turn up;

    I take this opportunity to welcome you coaches, turning up in commendable numbers creates a sense of satisfaction and trust in Tangosport Uganda, this is a record attendance since we started organizing courses way back in 2013.

    This signals  that the Tangosport brand is  growing everyday that passes, no words can really portray my sincere appreciation and happiness.

    I also take this opportunity to commend our dear sponsors for the unconditional support accorded to us whenever we knocked their doors for assistance.

    We feel we are doing a great job that is to say our primary target in the Education Sector is producing 620 Coaches through our Tangosport Education System by 2022, and all i know with your support, we shall be there

    The beginners’ coaching course participants in a class room session

    Richard Kimera, the FUFA vice chairperson media committee was the chief guest at the grand opening.

    Kimera represented the FUFA President, Eng. Moses Magogo (away for Uganda Cranes duty).

    During his address, Kimera hinted of capacity building as one of the core values of the federation;

    I convey warm greetings from FUFA President, he’s happy and proud of Tangosport’s  tireless efforts streamlined in line to  football professionalism.

    Please keep the candle burning, professionalism is  the only way to go, Capacity building is one core value FUFA highly rate for transformation of the game and one of the many fruits is AFCON Qualification after 39 years

    Course instructor Bashir Mutyaba spoke on behalf of FUFA and other course facilitators was quick to applaud Tangosport and FUFA for this move.

    CAF Instructors including FUFA Education Officer Jackson Nyima, FUFA Technical Director Asuman Lubowa and  FUFA Youth Development Officer Bashir Mutyaba are the course facilitators who will take the participants through different course modules.

    Mutyaba noted;

    Education is one aspect FUFA has pegged emphasis onto, Let’s embrace these courses for a better tomorrow and  sustainability of the game in Uganda.

    Football is one virgin industry Ugandans should diligently handle with care, can give you all the assurances you’re in the right place in the right time for the right cause.

    The course is proudly sponsored by FUFA, BIDCO Uganda Ltd, Host Sounds and Events Co.Ltd, Mama Winnie Stationery Shop, 87.7Baba fm and Neutal Herbal Life.

    List of participants:

    1.Emmanuel Kyenkya (Kampala)
    2.Micheal M. Wabyona (Kakira)
    3. George Waiswa (Kibundaire)
    4.Musa Nantajja (Jinja)
    5. Ronald Barente (Jinja)
    6. Ronald Ssengendo (Kampala)
    7.Isaac Kitakule (Bugembe-Jinja)
    8. John Mutaka (Namulesa-Jinja)
    9. Paul Batte (Luuka)
    10. Ali Gwaita Muwaya(Nakifuma)
    11. David Komagum (Gulu)
    12. Andrew Kityamuwesi (Masaka)
    13. Gilbert Okello(Kawempe)
    14. Aisha Nakato (Bugembe-Jinja)
    15. Micheal Skills Lukyamuzi (Masaka)
    16. Tracy Namutebi Kasangati)
    17.Mukulu Joram Wycliffe(Jinja)
    18.Timothy Kawagi(Kampala)
    19.Moniga Ben(Busia)
    20.Were Neeli(Busia)
    21.Micheal Kisambira (Jinja)
    22. Eria Gemye Eria(Bugembe-Jinja)
    23.Assey Tusubira (Mbarara)
    24. Aidah Namwase (Namulesa-Jinja)
    25. Hassan Zungu (Jinja)
    26. Felicien Ndoli (Jinja)
    27.David Okubal (Soroti)
    28. Derrick Ntege (Kampala)
    29. Patrick Kawanguzi (Iganga)
    30.Kasalita Mark(Kampala)
    31.Ojok Simon Peter(Kampala)
    32.Wyclif Afaayo(Kampala)
    33. Francis Mawejje (Mukono)
    34.Edison Kairu (Iganga)
    35.Milton Ashabe (Bulenga)
    36.Eric Lukooya(Kampala)
    37. Issa Kakaire (Iganga)
    38. Andrew Ndyabahika (Rwanda)
    39.Abdallah Kamiwa (Bugiri)
    40. Ivan Kameze (Namulesa-Jinja)
    41.David Kamanzi (Mukono)
    42.Kyazze Joel Kiddu(Kampala)
    43. Tamale Fadulu.(Mbale)

  • FUFA sends message of condolence to Ivory Coast FA following death of their star player Tiote

    FUFA sends message of condolence to Ivory Coast FA following death of their star player Tiote

    The football world is in shock following the demise of Ivory Coast National team player Cheick Tiote on Monday 5th June, 2017.

    The 30 year old Tiote was part of the Ivory Coast squad that won the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations.  He has been plying his trade with Beijing Enterprises FC in China.

    FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo was shocked upon receiving the sad news.

    ‘We all know what he could offer on the pitch. African football has lost a giant of a player who made life difficult for his opponents on the pitch in the midfield. He was always full of commitment, focus and passion whenever given chance to play’ said FUFA President.

    ‘Our Condolences go out to the Ivory Coast Football Federation following the loss of a player who was hugely followed by football fans around the world including Uganda’ added Magogo.

    ‘We pray that the Almighty keeps his family, relatives and friends strong during these trying times’

    ‘Football will miss Chieck Tiote’

    Tiote collapsed during training but was pronounced dead after being taken to hospital.

    A minute of silence was observed before kickoff of the International Friendly match between Senegal and Uganda Cranes played in the early hours of Tuesday morning in Dakar.

    Photo: Cheick Tiote on duty for Ivory Coast

    Photo Credit: Internet

  • International build up: Senegal 0-0 Uganda Cranes

    International build up: Senegal 0-0 Uganda Cranes

    International build up: Senegal 0-0 Uganda Cranes

    Uganda Cranes and Senegal played to a goalles draw during the international friendly match played at the Stade Léopold Sédar Senghor in Dakar city on Tuesday morning.

    Before the game, there was a moment of silence for the late Ivory Coast midfielder Chieck Ismael Tiote, who collapsed during a training session and was declared dead moments later in a Chinese hospital.

    There were lots of positives picked from the game, the second international friendly match after yet another goalless draw with Ethiopia on Saturday in Hawassa.

    Senegal XI that started against Uganda Cranes on Tuesday
    Hassan Wasswa Mawanda captained the Uganda Cranes team
    Uganda Cranes team officials and substitutes singing the national anthem prior to kick-off

    Uganda Cranes will remain camped in Senegal for acclimatization and training until when the team flies out to the Cape Verde Islands.

    Uganda will open its campaign for the 2019 Nations cup qualifiers against Cape Verde on Saturday.

    Senegal is ranked 27th while Uganda is 71st in the latest FIFA rankings released on 1st June 2017.

    Uganda Cranes XI:

    Benjamin Ochan (G.K), Nico Wakiro Wadada, Godfrey Walusimbi, Murushid Juuko, Benard Muwanga, Khalid Aucho, Hassan Wasswa Mawanda (C), Faruku Miya, Emmanuel Arnold Okwi, Derrick Nsibambi, Isaac Muleme

  • FUFA Polls 2017: Big league, Referees elect delegates to Assembly

    FUFA Polls 2017: Big league, Referees elect delegates to Assembly

    The Uganda Football Referees Association (UFRA) and the 2nd Division League (FUFA Big League) have on Monday elected their delegates to the FUFA  Assembly.

    The three successful candidates for the referees voted are; Ronnie Kalema (42 votes), Muhammed Shaban Ndawula (38 votes) and Rosebell Rwamuyamba (36 votes).

    Catherine Adipo withdrew from the race.

    This was after a peaceful election process supervised by the FUFA Electoral Committee Vice chairman/Spokesperson, Yusuf Awufe at FUFA House, Mengo in Kampala.

    George Wamala Katumba casts his vote
    The voting process was a complete success

    The UFRA Executive committee was also confirmed. Ronnie Kalema (Chairperson), David Davis Katabira (1st Vice Chairman), Catherine Adipo (2nd Vice Chairperson), Brian Miiro Nsubuga (Treasurer).

    The committee members are; Joseph Ochom, Ben Adrole, Issa Masembe, Lydia Nantabo Wanyama and Freddie Wanyama.

    UFRA is constituted of 48 delegates who took part in the exercise.

    The Composition of UFRA Assembly that voted the 3 delegates is as below;

    • 10 referees’ assessors elected by FUFA’s 48 certified referees’ assessors
    • 22 FIFA Referees (2017 list)
    • 16 Delegates (2 delegates each representing FUFA’s 8 regions (Kampala, Buganda, Northern, North East, Western, Eastern, West Nile and Kitara).

    Meanwhile, after the referees’ election, focus turned to the FUFA Big league delegates polls.

    The 8 representatives for the FUFA Big league were all unopposed.

    These included; Faisal Muhammed (JMC Hippos), Dennis Musinguzi (Airtel Kitara), Norman Ssemwanga (Kireka), Brian Ssengendo (Synergy), Hassan Kirunda Kakaire (Kataka FC), Apollo Ahimbisibwe (Ntinda United FC), Paul Mark Kayongo( Ndejje University)  and Alfred Odaga (Paidha Black Angels).

    Some of the FUFA Big League delegates with the vice chairman of the FUFA Yusuf Awuye
    FUFA Electoral committee vice chairman Yusuf Awuye (left) hands over a certificate to Ntinda Football club official Dr Apollo Ahimbisibwe
    FUFA Big league delegates sign the declaration forms at FUFA House on Monday afternoon

    The exercise continues on Tuesday with the Uganda Football coaches and players’ Associations election.

    The other dates for the elections of the delegates for the Special Interest groups in the areas of Coaches, Players, Schools, Youth, Beach Soccer and Schools are hereby attached.
    Women representation will have its election process kick off with the nomination exercise between 8th and 10th June 2017.

    Election dates:

    Venue: FUFA House 

    Tuesday 6th June 8am – Uganda Football Players Association 

    Tuesday 6th June 10am- Uganda Football Coaches Association

    Tuesday 6th June 1 pm-Uganda Beach Soccer Association 

    Tuesday 6th June 2 pm-Uganda Youth Football Association