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  • Uganda U18 Women’s National Team commence preparations for CECAFA Championship

    Uganda U18 Women’s National Team commence preparations for CECAFA Championship

    Uganda U18 Women’s National Team has began preparations for the forthcoming CECAFA U18 Women’s Championship.

    A provisional team of 35 players summoned by coach Ayub Khalifa Kiyingi entered camp at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru on Monday evening.

    The team will be at the Centre for the next two weeks before travelling to Nairobi, Kenya where the Championship will be held.

    Coach Kiyingi is confident the time between now and the start of the tournament will be enough for them to prepare well.

    “I’m aware that we have began the preparations a bit late but I have the confidence we shall be able to form a formidable team.” He said.

    Skipper Shakirah Nyinagahirwa is equally optimistic that they will do well.

    “I am happy that we have been summoned to be part of this team. I know we are a group of talented players that are capable of performing well.” She indicated.

    The Championship will be held between 24th June to 8th July 2023.

    Provisional Squad
    Goalkeepers
    Anita Akayo (Isra Soccer Academy), Bridget Nansamba (Rines SS WFC), Cecilia Kamuli (FC Tooro Queens), Lilian Nankya (St. Noa Girls SS), Sharon Kaidu (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC)

    Defenders
    Patricia Nakato Nanyanzi (Rines SS WFC), Faridah Namirimu (Wakiso Hills WFC), Sharifah Nakimera (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Hilda Claire Kebirungi (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Patience Nabulobi (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC), Rebecca Nandhego (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC), Charity Katusiime (Taggy High School), Sumaya Nabutono (Isra Soccer Academy), Desire Kaitisi Natooro (Kataka She FC)

    Midfielders
    Patricia Naiga (Wakiso Hills WFC), Mercy Amoding (Isra Soccer Academy), Krusum Namutebi (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Phiona Nabulime (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Shakira Nyinagahirwa (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Agnes Nabukenya (Kawempe Muslin Ladies FC), Hadijah Babirye (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Shafiga Mpamisi (Kataka She FC)

    Forwards
    Hadijah Nandago (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Allen Nassazi (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Shamsa Najjuma (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC), Sumaya Nalumu (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC), Brenda Munyana (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC), Latifah Nakasi (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC), Catherine Nagadya (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC), Sylvia Kabene (St. Noa Girls SS), Miriam Ayoo (St. Noa Girls SS), Kamiyati Naigaga (Asubo Gafford Ladies FC), Jovia Nakagolo (UCU Lady Cardinals), Pamela Nalugema (Lamminais Secondary School), Joweria Nagadya (Lady Doves FC)

  • FUFA Tv Cup: Jinja College pip Busoga College Mwiri as SMACK take bragging rights over King’s College Budo

    FUFA Tv Cup: Jinja College pip Busoga College Mwiri as SMACK take bragging rights over King’s College Budo

    The FUFA Tv Cup continued on Sunday with match day one that witnessed two cracking encounters from group A and B.

    The first encounter saw Jinja College pip Busoga College Mwiri 0-1 on the road thanks to Kigongo Elvis 44th minute strike before half time that proved to be the winning goal.

    The second match that was dubbed the FUFA Tv Cup blockbuster derby had St Mary’s College Kisubi welcome King’s College Budo at the Dusty Arena grounds in Kisubi.

    The home side looked the most dominant side in both halves and took the lead in the 16th minute through skipper Mahad Mubiru.

    St. Mary’s College Kisubi forward Clovis Paul would have doubled the lead minutes later but had his strike ruled out for offside. Before half time, he came close to doubling the lead but was denied by the Red Lions promising custodian Woodrow Were.

    Four minutes into second half, SMACK tactician Ronald Mugalu surprisingly substituted arguably his best performer in the first half Clovis for Griffin Mwesigwa who immediately paid off the trust put in him by doubling their lead on his first touch thanks to a Mahad Mubiru clever assist.

    Despite the visitors trying to pull a goal back, the SMACK defence stood firm to keep a clean sheet.

    After match day one, 11 goals were registered.

    The return leg matches will be played between 14th -17th June.

    The Semifinals also to be played on a home and away basis will be held on 21st June 2023 (1st leg) and 25th June 2023 (return leg).

    The final to be played over match will be held on 1st July 2023.

    Gallery

    Busoga College Mwiri v Jinja College

    St. Mary’s College Kisubi v King’s College Budo

  • AFCON2023Q: Egypt based trio joins Uganda Cranes camp in Douala

    AFCON2023Q: Egypt based trio joins Uganda Cranes camp in Douala

    International Friendly

    Uganda vs DR Congo, 14th June 2023 4pm (Local time, 6pm EAT)

    2023 AFCON Qualifier

    Uganda vs Algeria, 18th June 2023, 4 PM Local Time, 6pm EAT)

    All matches at Japoma Stadium, Douala-Cameroon

    Uganda is two hours ahead.

    The Uganda Cranes camp in Douala, Cameroon has been boosted by the arrival of Egypt based trio, Joseph Ochaya, Gavin Kizito and Richard Basangwa.

    The three players joined camp on Saturday and were later drafted into the afternoon training session at Japoma Annex.

    Joseph Ochaya stretching
    Richard Basangwa (R) stretching along Siraje Sentamu
    Prayer Time: L-R- Geoffrey Wasswa, Gavin Kizito and Fahad Bayo.

    Related to the above, four more foreign based players are expected to join camp with custodian Charles Lukwago (St. George FC, Ethiopia) and USA based Bobosi Byaruhanga (Austin ll) on Sunday, while Greece and Tanzania based midfielders Isma Mugulusi (Makedonikos) and Khalid Aucho (Young Africans) will jet in on Monday and Wednesday respectively. 

    A contingent of 16 players left Entebbe International Airport on Friday morning (2.45am) and went through Addis Ababa before finally completing their journey at Douala International Airport.

    Uganda is hosting its home matches on foreign soil due to the unavailability of a certified stadium by CAF in the country to host Category A matches (AFCON and World Cup matches).

    Uganda’s known home venue Mandela National stadium is undergoing renovation.

    Uganda Cranes team is accommodated at Best Western Hotel that is just ten minutes away from the Douala International airport.

    Uganda is in third place of Group F on 4 points, same as Tanzania while Niger is on 2 points. Algeria with 4 wins out of 4, has already qualified for the AFCON Finals to be hosted in Cote D’Ivoire. 

  • Provisional Squad for CECAFA U18 Women’s Championship summoned

    Provisional Squad for CECAFA U18 Women’s Championship summoned

    Uganda’s provisional squad for the forthcoming CECAFA U18 Women’s Championship has been named.

    A squad of 35 players majority of whom were part of the U17 team that played in the FIFA U17 World Cup Qualifiers last year has been called to start preparations.

    The team will enter residential camp at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru on Monday, 12th June 2023.

    Coach Ayub Khalifa Kiyingi who has been appointed to take charge of the U20 team will also be in charge of the U18 team.

    He will work alongside Mubarak Kiberu as goalkeeping coach, Felix Ayobo and Mable Kabatalindwa as fitness coach and team doctor respectively.

    It should be noted that the tournament will take place between 24th June -8th July in Nairobi, Kenya.

    Provisional Squad
    Goalkeepers
    Anita Akayo (Isra Soccer Academy), Bridget Nansamba (Rines SS WFC), Cecilia Kamuli (FC Tooro Queens), Lilian Nankya (St. Noa Girls SS), Sharon Kaidu (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC)

    Defenders
    Patricia Nakato Nanyanzi (Rines SS WFC), Faridah Namirimu (Wakiso Hills WFC), Sharifah Nakimera (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Hilda Claire Kebirungi (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Patience Nabulobi (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC), Rebecca Nandhego (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC), Charity Katusiime (Taggy High School), Sumaya Nabutono (Isra Soccer Academy), Desire Kaitisi Natooro (Kataka She FC)

    Midfielders
    Patricia Naiga (Wakiso Hills WFC), Mercy Amoding (Isra Soccer Academy), Krusum Namutebi (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Phiona Nabulime (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Shakira Nyinagahirwa (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Agnes Nabukenya (Kawempe Muslin Ladies FC), Hadijah Babirye (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Shafiga Mpamisi (Kataka She FC)

    Forwards
    Hadijah Nandago (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Allen Nassazi (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Shamsa Najjuma (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC), Sumaya Nalumu (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC), Brenda Munyana (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC), Latifah Nakasi (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC), Catherine Nagadya (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC), Sylvia Kabene (St. Noa Girls SS), Miriam Ayoo (St. Noa Girls SS), Kamiyati Naigaga (Asubo Gafford Ladies FC), Jovia Nakagolo (UCU Lady Cardinals), Pamela Nalugema (Lamminais Secondary School), Joweria Nagadya (Lady Doves FC)

    Officials
    Head Coach – Ayub Khalifa Kiyingi
    Goalkeeping Coach – Mubarak Kiberu
    Fitness Coach – Felix Ayobo
    Team Coordinator – Joan Namusisi
    Team Doctor – Mable Kabatalindwa
    Equipment Manager – Prossy Nalwadda
    Media Officer – Amina Namutebi

  • FUFA Appoints Ayub Khalifah As Coach Of U-20 Women’s National Team

    FUFA Appoints Ayub Khalifah As Coach Of U-20 Women’s National Team

    The vacant position of the Uganda U-20 women’s national team has been filled with the appointment of Ayub Khalifah Kiyingi by the FUFA Executive Committee.

    Four other positions have been announced as well; Goalkeeper trainer for all National women teams is Mubarak Kiberu, fitness coach is Ayobo Felix, Team doctor Mable Kabatalindwa and Kits woman Nalwadda Prossy.  

    However, evaluation of applicants is ongoing for the Head Coach Women’s Senior Team (Crested Cranes), assistant head coach Women’s Senior team and Assistant coach U-17 Women’s team (Teen Cranes).

    The applicants for the age group categories for the men’s teams are also undergoing evaluation.

    The appointments take immediate effect.

  • FUFA Tv Cup: Mengo Senior School, Kiira College Butiki bounce back to pick up opening victories

    FUFA Tv Cup: Mengo Senior School, Kiira College Butiki bounce back to pick up opening victories

    The inaugural FUFA Tv Cup finally kicked off on Saturday 10th June 2023 with two fixtures on card.

    The first encounter from group A witnessed Makerere College School take on Mengo Senior School at Makerere Main ground in the morning which ended 4-1 in favour of the visitors.

    In a match graced by the FUFA President Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim, FUFA Executive Committee Member and chairman organising committee of the tournament Dr. Apollo Ahimbisibwe, former Uganda Cranes midfielders Hassan Wasswa and Tony Mawejje, national team’s manager Patrick Ntege, amongst others, the Pelicans took the lead in the 8th minute through Brian Mukulu to send the home fans and students into while celebrations.

    Ambrose Adea then levelled matters for the visitors capitalising on a lapse in the home team defence.

    The home side backline continued being exposed as they conceded two more goals before the end of the first half through Ukasha Ssentamu (34) and John Senfuma (40) to ended Mengo Senior School goes into recess in a 3-1 lead.

    In the second half, Makerere College School came back a changed side as they tried creating more chances but couldn’t go past the resilient and determined Mengo defence.

    With one minute to the half hour mark, Senfuma completed his brace to go ahead of the leading scorer’s chart.

    Victory for Mengo means they are now on top of group A.

    Else where from group B, home side Kiira College Butiki also came from a goal down to defeat Namilyango College 2-1.

    Mathias Erima broke the deadlock for the visitors in the 17th minute and this was the only goal in the first half.

    Ten minutes into the second half, Ernest Olukor levelled matters to send the passionate and excited home students and teachers in crazy celebrations.

    The the game seemed to be destined for a draw, Ernest Olukor won it in stoppage for the home side to ensure they start on a winning note and also go top of group B.

    More action continues tomorrow (Sunday 11th June 2023) as St Mary’s College Kisubi and King’s College Budo lock horns in what will is dubbed the ‘FUFA Tv Blockbuster schools derby’ in Kisubi at 4pm.

    The Busoga region schools clash will see Busoga College Mwiri hosting Jinja College in Mwiri at 10am with both games televised live on FUFA TV.

    The return leg matches will be played between 14th -17th June.

    The Semifinals also to be played on a home and away basis will be held on 21st June 2023 (1st leg) and 25th June 2023 (return leg).

    The final to be played over match will be held on 1st July 2023.

  • Uganda Martyrs win 2022/23 FUFA Women’s Cup

    Uganda Martyrs win 2022/23 FUFA Women’s Cup

    Uganda Martyrs Lubaga Women Football Club are the winners of the 2022/23 FUFA Women’s Cup. The Kiddawalime Girls defeated She Maroons in the final on Saturday at Bishop Maraka College Playground in Kumi district.

    The Lubaga based side etched their names in the books of history by clinching the fourth edition.

    FUFA second Vice President Darius Mugoye was the Chief guest at the final. He was in the company of FUFA CEO Edgar Watson and FUFA Executive Committee members Rogers Mulindwa and Agnes Mugena.

    In a closely contested game, captain Catherine Nagadya scored the only goal of the game that led Uganda Martyrs to glory.

    This is the first ever title for Uganda Martyrs Lubaga who have been in existence since 2006.

    The final was indeed befitting given the performance from either side. However, it was Uganda Martyrs that got the better chances.

    Shamusa Najjuma and Nagadya should have given Uganda Martyrs the lead in the opening twenty minutes but they both missed on different intervals.

    At one time, the Lubaga based outfit was the woodwork thrice in quick succession.

    The second half saw the heavens open up and it was Uganda Martyrs that lasted the distance.

    The decisive moment came in the 78th minute when Nagadya found the breakthrough and this eventually turned out to be the decisive moment of the game.

    Uganda Martyrs become the fourth team to win the FUFA Women’s Cup following Olila High School (2017), UCU Lady Cardinals (2018) and Makerere University WFC (2019).

    It should be noted that the 2020, 2021 and 2022 editions were not held due to the outbreak of COVID-19.

    Individual Accolades

    Top Scorer – Anita Babirye (She Maroons) – 3 Goals

    Most Valuable Player – Catherine Nagadya (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC)

    Best Goalkeeper – Sharon Norah Kaidu (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC)

    Fair Play Award – She Maroons FC

  • FUFA Tv Cup: Stage set for kick off

    FUFA Tv Cup: Stage set for kick off

    The wait is finally over as the inaugural FUFA Tv Cup kicks off today with a match in Kampala and another in Jinja.

    The first tie will witness Makerere College School host Mengo Senior School this morning at Makerere University main ground before another explosive tie between Kiira College Butiki and Namilyango College in the afternoon.

    Since the launch of the tournament, all schools have been intensively training and gearing up for the newborn tournament.

    The teams were pooled into two groups.

    Group A: Makerere College School, King’s College Budo, St. Mary’s College Kisubi, Mengo Senior School

    Group B: Namilyango College, Jinja College, Busoga College Mwiri, Kiira College Butiki.

    On Sunday 11th June 2023, St Mary’s College Kisubi and King’s College Budo will lock horns in what will be dubbed the ‘FUFA Tv Blockbuster schools derby’ in Kisubi at 4pm while Busoga College Mwiri hosts Jinja College in Mwiri at 10am.

    The return leg matches will be played between 14th -17th June.

    The Semifinals also to be played on a home and away basis will be held on 21st June 2023 (1st leg) and 25th June 2023 (return leg).

    The final to be played over match will be held on 1st July 2023.

    About the Tournament

    The Theme of the Tournament is ‘Excellence in Academics and Sports’

    FUFA gave two sets of jerseys to each school

    FUFA gave 10 balls to each school

    It is sponsored by FUFA Tv

    Tournament will be broadcast live on FUFA Tv

    Kicks off on 10th June 2023

    8 traditional Schools will take part in the tournament

    The school have been pooled in two groups

    Matches will be played on knock out format of home and way basis.

    Semifinals will be played on 21st June 2023

    The Final will be played on 1st July 2023

    Benefits of FUFA Tv Cup

    Live on FUFA Tv thereby showcasing the talents of the participating players to a worldwide audience and to football agents as well.

    Each school to nominate 4 young enthusiastic students to be trained by FUFA as young Coaches, Match Referees and Digital Media Officers. Hence benefits to schools in other football/sports programs also individually opening youngsters to mainstream services.

    FUFA Tv will provide all the uniforms for each participating school, as well as facilitate all the match officials for the games.

    Cash prizes will be available in various categories.

  • Uganda Cranes arrive in Cameroon for tie against Algeria

    Uganda Cranes arrive in Cameroon for tie against Algeria

    International Friendly: Uganda vs DR Congo, 14th June 2023

    2023 AFCON Qualifier: Uganda vs Algeria, 18th June 2023, 4 PM

    The National Senior football team, the Uganda Cranes is now safe and sound in Cameroon ahead of their crunch 2023 AFCON Qualifier with Algeria on 18th June 2023 at Japoma Stadium in Douala.

    A contingent of 16 players that left Entebbe International Airport on Friday morning (2.45am) went through Addis Ababa before finally completing their journey at Douala International Airport at 11.45am local time (Uganda is two hours ahead).

    At Douala, the team was received by National Teams’ Officer Paul Mukataba and has been in Cameroon since the start of this week to make early preparations for the team.

    Mukatabala confirmed that foreign based players who did not travel to Uganda for the initial training camp, will connect from their respective clubs. Foreign based players Gavin Kizito, Joseph Ochaya and Richard Basangwa will arrive tomorrow (Saturday morning), Bobosi Byaruhanga (Saturday night) while Khalid Aucho and Ismail Mugulusi and Charles Lukwago will join later.

    Uganda is hosting its home matches on foreign soil due to the unavailability of a certified stadium by CAF. Uganda’s known home venue Mandela National stadium is undergoing renovation.

    Uganda Cranes team is accommodated at Best Western Hotel that is just ten minutes away from the International airport.

    The team will train later today at Japoma Annex.

    Uganda is in third place of Group F that is led by Algeria. 

  • CAF Club Licensing Online Platform Training Workshop For UPL Clubs Held

    CAF Club Licensing Online Platform Training Workshop For UPL Clubs Held

    The FUFA Competition Department had a meeting with Chief Executive Officers clubs in the StarTimes Uganda Premier League on Thursday 8th June 2023 at the FUFA Complex in Mengo.

    The main aim of the workshop was to train users for the CAF Club Licensing Online Platform (CLOP) and accelerate the implementation and use of the CLOP by the clubs starting with 1st division league clubs.

    While addressing the attendees of the event, Darius Mugoye the FUFA 2nd Vice President informed them that CAF has launched the Club Licensing Online Platform, a system that allows CAF and the federations to manage the process of club licensing and stadium inspections fully online and electronically.

    “This is a great step forward in the club licensing system in Africa, which allows us to achieve more quickly the professionalization of our competitions and clubs at all levels,” he said.

    Clubs that attended the meeting included Wakiso Giants FC, KCCA FC, Arua Hill SC, SC Villa, Mbarara City FC, UPDF FC, BUL FC, Soltilo Bright Stars FC, Gaddafi FC, Maroons FC, Busoga United FC, URA FC and Vipers SC. Police FC was also invited to attend.

    The Uganda Premier League secretariat was represented by the CEO Bernard Bainamani Bampire and the League Manager Paul Kabaikaramu.

    Last month CAF invited the Club Licensing Managers, Chairpersons of the First Instant Bodies (FIB) and the Chairpersons of the Appeals Bodies (AB) of all Member Associations for group regional workshops on the use of the platform as all processes going forward shall go fully online this month.

    The Federation of Uganda Football Association was ably represented by;

    1. FUFA Excom Member: Rogers Mulindwa
    2. FIB Chairman: Okello Lee,
    3. AB Vice Chairperson: Alex Kibandama
    4. Club Licensing Manager: Shirah Nakaggwa

    Uganda Attends CAF Club Licensing Online Platform Training In Tanzania

  • Queen Cranes, Teen Cranes learn opponents for 2024 FIFA Women’s World Cup Qualifiers

    Queen Cranes, Teen Cranes learn opponents for 2024 FIFA Women’s World Cup Qualifiers

    Uganda’s junior women national teams have on Thursday learnt the teams they will be facing in the qualifiers for next year’s FIFA Women’s World Cup tournaments.

    Both the Queen Cranes (Uganda U20 Women’s National Team) and the Teen Queens (Uganda U17 Women’s National Team) were part of the draws conducted at CAF headquarters in Cairo, Egypt.

    Teen Cranes (U17)

    The Teen Cranes will face Cameroon at the second round on a home and away basis. Both teams got a bye at the first round.

    Uganda will host the first leg between 2nd -4th of February next year with the return leg coming a week later.

    The winner on aggregate will face either Zambia or Tanzania in the third round.

    It should be noted that there are four qualifying rounds with three teams getting the chance to represent Africa.

    FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup Qualifier Format:

    First Round: Composed of two (2) teams. (The 2 teams are determined according to their participation in the last U17 Women’s World Cup editions).

    Second Round: The qualified teams from the first round in addition to the twenty-three (23) exempted teams will play in the second round. 12 teams will qualify for the 3rd round.

    Third Round: The 12 qualified teams will play the third round qualifying 6 teams for the 4th round.

    Fourth Round: The 6 qualified teams will play the fourth round qualifying three (3) teams for the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup.

    Queen Cranes (U20)

    At the same draw event, the Uganda U20 was pitted against Mozambique in the second qualifying phase after earning a bye at the first round.

    The games will be played in October this year with Uganda hosting the first leg between 6th -8th with the return leg coming a week later.

    The winner on aggregate will face either Senegal or Benin in the third round in November.

    FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup™ Qualifier Format:

    First round: Composed of 6 teams. (The 6 teams are determined according to their participation in the last U20 Women’s World Cup editions).

    Second round: The 3 qualified teams from the first round in addition to the 29 exempted teams will play the 2nd round. 16 teams will qualify for the 3rd round.

    Third round: The 16 qualified teams will play the 3rd round qualifying 8 teams for the 4th round.

    Fourth round: The 8 qualified teams will play the 4th round qualifying 4 teams to the 5th round.

    Fifth Round: The 4 qualified teams will play the last round qualifying 2 teams to the FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup.

  • AFCON Qualifiers 2023: Coach Micho names final squad for Algeria encounter

    AFCON Qualifiers 2023: Coach Micho names final squad for Algeria encounter

    TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers 2023
    Group F
    Matchday 5
    Sunday, 18th June
    Uganda vs Algeria
    Japoma Stadium, Douala

    Uganda Cranes head coach Milutin Sredojevic has named the squad that will face Algeria in the penultimate game of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers.

    After ten days of residential training in Kampala, the coach trimmed the team to 23 players that will travel to Cameroon on Friday morning (2:45am).

    It should be noted that Uganda Cranes will host Algeria on 18th June 2023 at Japoma Stadium in Douala, Cameroon.

    The squad named has three goalkeepers, eight defenders, five midfielders and seven forwards.

    In Cameroon, the team will play a friendly game against Democratic Republic of Congo on Wednesday, 14th June. This will serve as a precursor for the game against Algeria.

    Uganda is third in Group F on four points same as Tanzania while Algeria leads the Group on 12 points. Niger is bottom on 2 points.

    FUFA Executive Committee member Issa Kakaire Magoola is the Leader of Delegation.

    Full Squad

    Goalkeepers
    Salim Omar Magoola (Richards Bay FC, South Africa), Charles Lukwago (St. George FC, Ethiopia), Nafian Alionzi (URA FC, Uganda)

    Defenders
    Kenneth Semakula (SC Villa, Uganda), Gavin Kizito (Al Ittihad SC, Egypt), Abdu Azizi Kayondo (CD Leganes, Spain), Joseph Ochaya (Al Makwloon Al Arab, Egypt), Halid Lwaliwa (FK Bregalnica, North Macedonia), Gift Fred (SC Villa, Uganda), Geofrey Wasswa (KCCA FC, Uganda), Rogers Torach (Vipers SC, Uganda)

    Midfielders
    Khalid Aucho (Yanga SC, Tanzania), Bobosi Byaruganga (FC Austin, USA), Siraje Ssentamu (Vipers SC, Uganda), Moses Waiswa (KCCA FC, Uganda), Isma Mugulusi (Makedonikos FC, Greece)

    Forwards
    Milton Karisa (Vipers SC, Uganda), Travis Mutyaba (SC Villa, Uganda), Rogers Mato (KCCA FC, Uganda), Faruku Miya (Caykur Rizespor, Turkey), Emmanuel Okwi (Erbil SC, Iraq), Fahad Bayo (MFK Vyškov, Czech Republic), Richard Bassangwa (Wadi Degla SC, Egypt)

    Officials

    Issa Kakaire Magoola – Leader of Delegation
    Milutin Sredojevic – Head Coach
    Moses Basena – Assistant Coach
    Fred Kajoba Kisitu – Goalkeeping Coach
    Arthur Kyesimira – Fitness Coach
    El Hadj Moussa Behlil – Video Analyst
    Emmanuel Nakabago – Team Doctor
    Ivan Ssewanyana – Team Physiotherapist
    Samuel Mulondo – Kit Manager
    Ahmed Hussein – FUFA Communications Director
    Paul Mukatabala Nantulya – National Teams Officer
    Goefrey Massa – Team Manager
    Ivan Otim – FUFA Tv Producer
    Hakimu Matovu – FUFA Tv Producer
    Leilah Nankya – FUFA Events Manager

  • FUFA Tv Cup: Nicknames of the 8 participating schools

    FUFA Tv Cup: Nicknames of the 8 participating schools

    We are a few days away from the start of the inaugural FUFA Tv tournament and the traditional schools are eagerly waiting to show their capabilities when it comes to the beautiful game of football.

    The participating schools have had their players train intensively as they gear up for the newborn tournament.

    In this article, we bring you all the nicknames of the eight participating schools in the FUFA Tv tournament.

    King’s College Budo — Red Lions/Budonians

    Mengo Senior School — Akwanas/Mengonians

    Makerere College School — Pelicans/MACOS

    Namilyango College — Anchors

    Busoga College Mwiri — Mwirians

    Jinja College — JICO/Jiconians

    Kiira College Butiki — Butikian/The Butiki Boys

    St. Mary’s College Kisubi — SMACK

    The teams were pooled into two groups.

    Group A: Makerere College School, King’s College Budo, St. Mary’s College Kisubi, Mengo Senior School

    Group B: Namilyango College, Jinja College, Busoga College Mwiri, Kiira College Butiki

    The tournament will kick off on 10th June 2023 with two explosive fixtures that will see Makerere College School hosting Mengo Senior school at the Makerere University Main Ground at 10am while Kiira College Butiki will be up against Namilyango College at 4pm.

    The following day 11th June 2023 will have St Mary’s College Kisubi and King’s College Budo lock horns in what will be dubbed the ‘FUFA Tv Blockbuster schools derby’ in Kisubi at 4pm.

    The Busoga region schools clash has Busoga College Mwiri hosts Jinja College in Mwiri at 10am.

    The return leg matches will be played between 14th -17th June.

    The Semifinals also to be played on a home and away basis will be held on 21st June 2023 (1st leg) and 25th June 2023 (return leg).

    The final will be held on 1st July 2023.

    FUFA Tv Cup Full Fixtures

    About the Tournament

    The Theme of the Tournament is ‘Excellence in Academics and Sports’

    FUFA to give two sets of jerseys to each school

    FUFA will give 10 balls to each school

    It is sponsored by FUFA Tv

    Tournament will be broadcast live on FUFA Tv

    Kicks off on 10th June 2023

    8 traditional Schools will take part in the tournament

    The school have been pooled in two groups

    Matches will be played on knock out format of home and way basis

    Semifinals will be played on 21 st June 2023

    The Final will be played on 1 st July 2023

    Benefits of FUFA Tv Cup

    Live on FUFA Tv thereby showcasing the talents of the participating players to a worldwide audience and to football agents as well.

    Each school to nominate 4 young enthusiastic students to be trained by FUFA as young Coaches, Match Referees and Digital Media Officers. Hence benefits to schools in other football/sports programs also individually opening youngsters to mainstream services.

    FUFA Tv will provide all the uniforms for each participating school, as well as facilitate all the match officials for the games.

    Cash prizes will be available in various categories.

  • MTN make financial pledge to Uganda Cranes ahead of AFCON Qualifier game against Algeria

    MTN make financial pledge to Uganda Cranes ahead of AFCON Qualifier game against Algeria

    A delegation from MTN-Uganda, the official sponsors of Uganda Cranes had an engagement with the team during their training on Wednesday evening at Muteesa II Stadium, Wankulukuku.

    The MTN Uganda delegation was led by Chief Marketing Officer Sen Somdev who revealed a 30M pledge to Uganda Cranes for a win against Algeria in the forthcoming AFCON Qualifier game slated for 18th June 2023 in Douala, Cameroon.

    He stated that MTN is committed towards making Ugandans happy through the national team.

    ‘We know that football is the biggest sport in the world and equally in Uganda, football is loved. It is the reason why MTN returned to sponsor the Uganda Cranes and together, we shall make this country proud.’ He said.

    ‘Ahead of the game against Algeria, we promise a package of 30M for a win. This is to help give motivation to our players and make sure they bring joy to us.’ Somdvev added.

    FUFA CEO Edgar Watson and FUFA Executive Committee member Rogers Byamukama who also heads the FUFA Marketing and Communications Committee were also present.

    Byamukama thanked MTN and believes their return will revive the love and vibe towards the Uganda Cranes.

    ‘We all know what MTN is capable of doing because they were here before and we saw how they pushed the brand of the national team. They have returned even bigger and better and we have the confidence this partnership will yield fruits.’

    It should be noted that MTN-Uganda promised 2M for the man of the match in the game against Tanzania and Rogers Mato was the recipient.

  • FUFA Women’s Cup: The road to the final for She Maroons and Uganda Martyrs Lubaga

    FUFA Women’s Cup: The road to the final for She Maroons and Uganda Martyrs Lubaga

    The fourth edition of the FUFA Women’s Cup will come to a climax on Saturday. 10th June 2023 with the final between FUFA Women’s Elite League Champions elect She Maroons and Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC at Bishop Maraka SS Playground in Kumi district.

    Knockout competitions often present surprises and the FUFA Women’s Cup has not been exceptional with the aforementioned two teams defying odds to reach the final.

    The tournament returned this year after a three-year lull due to the outbreak of COVID-19 and since the start of this year’s edition in February, action across various grounds has offered thrills and spills.

    In this article, we look how both She Maroons FC and Uganda Martyrs Ladies FC have reached the final.

    ROUND OF 32

    Jinja SS WFC 1(2) -1(4) She Maroons

    She Maroons needed a penalty shootout to edge past Jinja SS at the round of 32. Normal time ended 1-1 with Lillian Kasuubo scoring for the Prison Sentries.

    Mbarara Royals FC vs Uganda Martys Lubaga WFC

    Uganda Martyrs earned a walkover over Mbarara Royals at this stage with the latter withdrawing from the competition at the 11th hour.

    ROUND OF 16

    Rines SS WFC 2(4) – 2(5) She Maroons FC

    The Prison Sentries were subjected to yet another tense penalty shootout, this time against FUFA Women Super League side Rines SS WFC.

    The game played at Kabaka Kyabaggu Stadium ended in a 2-2 draw but once again, they emerged winners, coming out perfect in the shootout with a 5-4 score-line.

    She Geme FC 0-2 Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC

    The Kiddawalime Girls earned a 2-0 win over non-league entity She Geme in Fort Portal City thanks to goals from Latifah Nakasi and Rebecca Nandhengo.

    QUARTERFINALS

    She Maroons FC 2-1 Olila High School

    There was another FUFA Women Super League team for She Maroons to face, this time Olila High School at the quarterfinal stage.

    The Luzira based side put up a remarkable performance to eject Olila with a 2-1 win thanks to goals from Anita Babirye and Winnie Kyomugisha.

    Makerere University 1-2 Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC

    Uganda Martyrs eliminated holders Makerere University with a 2-1 win. This was revenge for the loss in the league that had happened just a week before the quarterfinal contest.

    Captain Catherine Nagadya and Latifah Nakasi were on target for the Kiddawalime Girls while Daphine Nalubowa got the consolation goal for the University side.

    SEMIFINALS

    Asubo Gafford Ladies 2-3 She Maroons FC (Aggregate Score)

    She Maroons FC won the first leg 2-0 at home thanks to goals from Anita Babirye and Kenyan striker Millicent Namwembe.

    Despite losing the return leg 2-1 at Kampala Quality Primary School, Plaground, She Maroons advanced to the final with an aggregate score of 3-2. Kamiyati Naigaga and Zaitun Namaganda scored for Gafford Ladies while the vital away goal for the Prison Sentries came from Lillian Kasubo.

    Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC 0-1 Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC (Aggregate Score)

    Viola Namuddu’s solitary goal in the first leg at St. Gerald’s stadium was enough to guide Uganda Martyrs to the final because the second leg played at the Valley Ground in Kawempe ended in a barren stalemate.

    FUFA Women’s Cup Past Winners

    • 2017 – Olila High School WFC
    • 2018 –UCU Lady Cardinals FC
    • 2019 – Makerere University WFC
  • FUFA Women Elite League: Wakiso Hills stun She Maroons to brighten promotion hopes

    FUFA Women Elite League: Wakiso Hills stun She Maroons to brighten promotion hopes

    Wakiso Hills kept their hopes of securing promotion to the FUFA Women Super League after defeating Champions elect She Maroons on Tuesday.

    In the game played at the Prisons Ground, Luzira, the visitors defied odds to claim a 1-0 win courtesy of Patricia Naiga’s goal.

    The result meant She Maroons FC registered only their second loss with two games to the end of the campaign.

    The Prison sentries used the game as a precursor for the FUFA Women’s Cup final where they will face Uganda Martyrs in Kumi district this Saturday.

    On the other hand, the result was vital for Wakiso Hills in their pursuit to secure the second and remaining promotion slot.

    The win took Wakiso Hills to second place on 34 points, one above FC Tooro Queens.

    The aforementioned two teams have one game to play and either side will go into the final day with hopes still high.

    Wakiso Hills will play their final game away to Isra Soccer Academy while FC Tooro Queens will host Goldstar High School on 17th June 2023.

  • FUFA and Stanbic Bank hand over assorted items to Lira Babies Home and Teso Bar Community

    FUFA and Stanbic Bank hand over assorted items to Lira Babies Home and Teso Bar Community

    On Saturday, June 3rd, 2023, teams from the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) and Stanbic Bank were in Lira for the Stanbic Uganda Cup Final between Police FC and Vipers SC and as it has been in the past editions, a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) campaign is always carried out in the host district.

    The teams were received by Dan Obote, a representative from the North on the FUFA Executive Committe and Sister Francis, the caretaker of Lira Babies Home.

    While addressing the people at the handover, Leila Nankya the Events Manager at FUFA said that they were advised to provide support to the two communities so that they have one less problem to deal with.

    “We were advised to come here, and support and these items were collected from well-wishers in the community. FUFA has brought clothes while other basic human items have been brought by Stanbic Bank,” She said.

    Stanbic Bank was represented by Sunny Mucwampaka the Lira Branch Manager, Diana Kahunde the Marketing Manager and Bernard Ogwal the Northern Region Manager.

    “At Stanbic, we looked at the most basic things to support the babies home. Specific items delivered include millet. This act represents what Stanbic Bank is, we are touching the community.” – Sunny Mucwampaka, Lira Branch Manager

    “I want to thank FUFA for what they are doing in the community using football. At the bank, community is very important. I am happy to note that is a beginning. Home is critical. We cannot drive banking when homes are not taken care of.” – Diana Kahunde, Marketing Manager at Stanbic bank.

    “The bank cares, what you are seeing is not the first and not the last.” – Bernard Ogwal, Stanbic Bank Northern Region Manager

    • Sister Francis, care taker of Lira Balies Home welcoming the visitors

    Fred Frank Kumakech, the Commercial Director at FUFA highlighted the organisation’s commitment to helping the community as he made his address.

    “Grateful for giving children a second chance to life and love; it’s our commitment as FUFA in carrying out our work to be empathetic and give love and hope in the community where we operate, and Lira Babies Home is just one of the beneficiaries of such many CSR activities that we run.” he said.

    FUFA Executive Committee Member representing Northern Uganda thanked Sister Francis, the caretaker of the babies’ home and highlighted that the federation will see how best to keep supporting the facility.

    “As FUFA we don’t only play football, the things we have delivered here is one of the ways we provide service. I also want to thank Sister for the work she is doing here. We shall engage with you on another day to see how else to provide support.” he said.

    The FUFA President Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim was represented at the handover event by Dr. Apollo Ahimbisibwe, an Executive Committee Member representing Kampala Region.

    In his address, he commended the federation for having a policy that supports Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).

    “I thank FUFA for having this policy, and Stanbic Bank for accepting to be our partners. We have done this since 2016.” he said.

    “As FUFA, everywhere we host the Stanbic Uganda Cup Final, we reach out to the less privileged in the district.” he added.

    “We do this because the organisation is run by human beings with a heart. Human nature forgets that when we have problems, it is humans to come and help.” he concluded.

    Pictorial

    Learn more about Lira Babies Home
  • FUFA Tv Cup: Administrators excited ahead of tournament kickoff

    FUFA Tv Cup: Administrators excited ahead of tournament kickoff

    With five days to the highly anticipated FUFA Tv Cup tournament, the mood is great right from the eight participating schools’ former students to the administrators, players and coaches. All can’t wait for the newly born FUFA baby to be played under the Theme “Excellence in Academics and Sports”.

    Administrators from the the invited schools are grateful to FUFA for the initiative and have expressed their excitement ahead of kick off this weekend on Saturday 10th June 2023.

    John Fred Kazibwe – Headmaster King’s College Budo

    “FUFA Tv Cup is a new innovation which is going to help motivate us to participate in soccer because it has started on a right note. It is involving schools with good solid character that we are sure students are going to be playing and competing amongst themselves. It will motivate them to develop their talent and also stand a chance of being identified by clubs in the country and the National team.”

    Alice Alwenyi – Games mistress Mengo Senior School

    “We are extremely prepared for the competition and our expectation is nothing other than taking the trophy.”

    Okwanga Pius – Namilyango College

    “The Jerseys we received from FUFA are good and with nice material. FUFA chose our traditional colours as our home jersey and it is really nice.”

    Mugerwa Moses – Makerere College School

    “We were glad and happy when we got the opportunity from FUFA to participate in this 8 team tournament of traditional schools. We are very happy for the equipment and we shall use them well. We can’t wait to kick off”

    The eight traditional schools invited for the inaugural tournament received sports equipment during a function held at the FUFA Headquarters in Mengo last week.

    Each participating team received two sets of jerseys (home and away), 10 footballs each and two captain arm bands per school.

    The teams were pooled into two groups.

    Group A: Makerere College School, King’s College Budo, St. Mary’s College Kisubi, Mengo Senior School

    Group B: Namilyango College, Jinja College, Busoga College Mwiri, Kiira College Butiki

    The tournament will kick off on 10th June 2023 with two explosive fixtures that will see Makerere College School hosting Mengo Senior school at the Makerere University Main Ground at 10am while Kiira College Butiki up against Namilyango College at 4pm.

    The following day 11th June 2023 will have St Mary’s College Kisubi and King’s College Budo lock horns in what will be dubbed the ‘FUFA Tv Blockbuster schools derby’ in Kisubi at 4pm.

    The Busoga region schools clash has Busoga College Mwiri hosting Jinja College in Mwiri at 10am.

    The return leg matches will be played between 14th -17th June.

    The Semifinals also to be played on a home and away basis will be held on 21st June 2023 (1st leg) and 25th June 2023 (return leg).

    The final to be played over match will be held on 1st July 2023.

    About the Tournament

    The Theme of the Tournament is ‘Excellence in Academics and Sports’

    FUFA to give two sets of jerseys to each school

    FUFA will give 10 balls to each school

    It is sponsored by FUFA Tv

    Tournament will be broadcast live on FUFA Tv

    Kicks off on 10th June 2023

    8 traditional Schools will take part in the tournament

    The school have been pooled in two groups

    Matches will be played on knock out format of home and way basis.

    Semifinals will be played on 21st June 2023

    The Final will be played on 1st July 2023

    Benefits of FUFA Tv Cup

    Live on FUFA Tv thereby showcasing the talents of the participating players to a worldwide audience and to football agents as well.

    Each school to nominate 4 young enthusiastic students to be trained by FUFA as young Coaches, Match Referees and Digital Media Officers. Hence benefits to schools in other football/sports programs also individually opening youngsters to mainstream services.

    FUFA Tv will provide all the uniforms for each participating school, as well as facilitate all the match officials for the games.

    Cash prizes will be available in various categories.