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  • Vipers Clinch StarTimes Uganda Premier League Title on Thrilling Final Day

    Vipers Clinch StarTimes Uganda Premier League Title on Thrilling Final Day

    Saturday May 27th, 2023, marked the highly anticipated final day of the 2022/23 StarTimes Uganda Premier League season, and it certainly delivered on its promise of excitement and unpredictability.

    The day witnessed a series of astonishing outcomes, with the team in first place ending up in third, while the second-placed team managed to secure the coveted top spot.

    A total of 11 goals were scored across three matches, ultimately determining the league’s champion and providing a fitting finale to the season.

    • Vipers SC starting XI
    • Busoga United FC starting XI
    • SC Villa starting XI
    • URA FC starting XI

    Adding to the thrill of the occasion, a helicopter made a grand entrance at St Mary’s Stadium to deliver the coveted trophy. Given the various permutations on the final day, including Lugogo and Wankulukuku as potential venues, the destination of the trophy remained uncertain until the last moment.

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    Villa, entering the final match with the requirement of a victory against URA to secure the championship, faced a heartbreaking 1-0 defeat at home against the Tax Collectors, thus dashing their hopes of claiming the title.

    In the end, Vipers showcased their dominance by overpowering Busoga United with an impressive 5-0 victory, securing the top position and becoming the champions of the league.

    Victory by Vipers SC marked a significant milestone for the team as it was their first successful defense of the league title, making it their sixth championship win. On the other hand, Villa, who were on the verge of ending their 19-year wait for a league title, experienced a dramatic downfall, slipping from first place to third, finishing just one point behind Vipers and KCCA. Notably, Villa’s dream was ended by coach Sam Timbe, the same individual who led Villa to their last league triumph in 2004.

    Meanwhile, at Lugogo, young talent Rogers Mato stole the spotlight, delivering an outstanding performance for KCCA FC. Mato scored an impressive four goals, finding the back of the net in the 48th, 61st, 88th, and 94th minutes, with his fourth goal coming from the penalty spot. Charles Lwanga also contributed to the thumping victory with a goal of his own.

    Vipers and KCCA finished level on 53 points, but Vipers’ superior goal difference ultimately gave them the edge.

    In another match, relegated Blacks Power emerged victorious with a 3-1 win over Express, courtesy of goals from Daniel Otim, Dickens Okwi, and Robert Eseru. Allan Kayiwa scored Express’ consolation goal, securing his position as the season’s top scorer with 13 goals, one more than Villa’s Charles Bbaale.

    Elsewhere, Arua Hill triumphed over Wakiso Giants with a lone goal from Innocent Media, while relegated Onduparaka showcased their prowess with a convincing 4-1 win over UPDF on the soldiers’ home turf in Bombo. Gasper Adriko, Rogers Okumu, Dominic Abonga, and Boy Fazilino all found the back of the net for Onduparaka, while Jibril Nsimbe scored UPDF’s consolation goal.

    Pictorial from the Vipers SC crowning ceremony

  • FIFA and National Referees Course Completed Successfully

    FIFA and National Referees Course Completed Successfully

    FIFA Member Association referees Course for FIFA & National referees at FUFA Technical Center Njeru ended on Friday, May 26th, 2023.

    A total of thirty-one referees took part in the refresher course that ran for a period of six days starting on Sunday, May 21, 2023.

    Among the 31, nine were women including Nambasa Jackie Mbekeka who at 19 years old, was the youngest in the class.

    The referees went through theory and practical sessions during their stay in Njeru, with FIFA technical instructor Jason Joseph Damoo from Seychelles and FIFA fitness instructor Mark Mzengo from Malawi handling the course.

    List of participants

    Sabilla Ali Chelangat (FIFA)
    Ssali Mashood (FIFA)
    Oloya William (FIFA)
    Olemu George (FIFA)
    Nabadda Shamirah (FIFA)
    Murungi Diana (FIFA)
    Katenya Ronald (FIFA)
    Masembe Isa (FIFA)
    Mulindwa Hakim (FIFA)
    Nantabo Lydia Wanyama (FIFA)
    Okudra Emmanuel (FIFA)
    Mutonyi Jane (FIFA)
    Nassolo Elizabeth (FIFA)
    Kasalirwe Lucky Razake (FIFA)
    Gumisiriza Timothy Karusigarira (FIFA)
    Naigaga Habiba (FIFA)

    Outeke Daniel Moses Uhuru (National)
    Happy Badru (National)
    Duula Joshua (National)
    Musisi Brianson (National)
    Katerega Ashiraf (National)
    Tumusiime Gerard Tuge (National)
    Mbabali Samuel (National)
    Kakembo Ahmed (National)
    Aweko Kevin (National)
    Ongiera Immaculate (National)
    Mafumu Mustapha (National)
    Kavuma Vicent (National)
    Kiiza Aisha (National)
    Nambasa Jackie Mbekeka (National)
    Ssemeere Asadu (National)

    Pictorial

  • AFCON Qualifiers 2023: Uganda Cranes Provisional Squad For Algeria Match Named

    AFCON Qualifiers 2023: Uganda Cranes Provisional Squad For Algeria Match Named

    Uganda Cranes Head Coach Milutin Sredojevic “Micho” has summoned a provisional squad for the forthcoming match against Group F table leaders Algeria in Douala City, Cameroon.

    The squad named is comprised of 42 players, 18 of which are foreign-based while the rest are locally based.

    Photo: Mato celebrates the late winner that guided Uganda past Tanzania on Match Day Four

    The Cranes will play against the Desert Foxes on June 18th, 2023, in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers.

    On the Group F table, Uganda is in 3rd place with four points, the same as neighbours Tanzania and will later on play Niger in September.

    Full list

    Cranes to go for a regional tour in the build-up

    Thirty-two locally-based players have been summoned by the Uganda Cranes Head Coach Milutin Sredojevic “Micho” for an Eastern Regional Tour match that is scheduled to be played on Tuesday, May 30th 2023 at Irundu Primary School Playground, Buyende District.

  • Nile Special Unveils Cranes Kabbo Campaign Proceeds, Open Public Voting for Fund Allocation

    Nile Special Unveils Cranes Kabbo Campaign Proceeds, Open Public Voting for Fund Allocation

    Nile Special has announced the successful conclusion of the Cranes Kabbo unveiling UGX 450M proceeds from the campaign. Launched on November 18 – December 20, 2022, the drive aimed at rallying support for the Uganda Cranes national football team in its quest to qualify for the FIFA World Cup 2026 in North America.

    The Cranes Kabbo fund will be invested in one of three proposed areas, each of which holds immense importance for the development of Ugandan football:

    • Improvement of the FUFA Technical Centre in Njeru
    • Development of a new Nile Special Training Centre
    • High-level coaches’ development training abroad

    To ensure transparency and participation in the decision-making process, Nile Special has opened a poll on its Twitter page encouraging Ugandans to vote for their preferred project that will receive the Kabbo fund.

    The voting period commences today and closes on Friday, May 26, 2023. This will be followed by the digital reveal of the poll results and the project chosen for the fund allocation will be unveiled.

    The Nile Special brand manager, Joel Galla, expressed his satisfaction with the success of the Cranes Kabbo campaign, stating that; “We are thrilled with the overwhelming support and participation we received from all Ugandans throughout the campaign. The funds raised reflect the collective spirit of the nation and highlight the pride Ugandans have in their national team. We are confident that the funds collected will make a significant impact in advancing Ugandan football and the Cranes in particular.”

    The FUFA CEO Edgar Watson while representing the Federation at the event appreciated the partnership with Nile Special.

    He remarked, “Nile Special is a special partner to FUFA and I think this occasion testifies that FUFA was right and we want to thank you so much. This is very good for us and for FUFA and all stakeholders in football”

    “The kabbo, which is in my own interpretation, something that is still small has generated quite a sum of UGX 450M, then I think Nile Special is indeed special and has rightly engaged football lovers in the Country. And the special around this is that people are directly engaged. I only see this relationship and this kind of campaign and many more coming in to solve the issue of how football is developed in this Country.” the FUFA CEO added.

    The Cranes Kabbo campaign derived its name from the virtue of Ugandan society, which emphasizes communal support and unity when called upon for a worthy cause. Nile Special firmly believed that national causes hardly get any bigger than supporting the Uganda Cranes in their quest for FIFA World Cup qualification. To encourage participation, Nile Breweries devised a simple mechanism: for every Nile Special beer purchased, 50/= was added to the Cranes fund. This allowed Ugandans to contribute directly to the ambitious goal of seeing the Cranes qualify for the prestigious tournament.

    Pictorial

  • Provisional Squad for Uganda Cranes Eastern Region Tour

    Provisional Squad for Uganda Cranes Eastern Region Tour

    The Uganda Cranes Head Coach Milutin Sredojevic “Micho” has named a provisional squad for the Eastern Regional Tour. The match is scheduled to be played on Tuesday, May 30th 2023 at Irundu Primary School Playground, Buyende District.

    Full list

    The team will assemble at Cranes Paradise Hotel on Monday, May 29th 2023, ready to travel.

  • Uganda attends CAF Club Licensing online platform training in Tanzania

    Uganda attends CAF Club Licensing online platform training in Tanzania

    Uganda is well represented in a 4-day CAF Club Licencing Online Platform training workshop for Club Licensing Managers, Chairpersons of the First Instant Bodies and the Chairpersons of the Appeals Bodies of all Member Associations that started on Monday, May 22 and will end on Thursday, May 25 2023.

    The regional workshop for training on the use of the platform is taking place in Tanzania with 17 other English-speaking Member Associations from Africa.

    The CAF CLOP regional workshop aims to accelerate the implementation and use of the CLOP by the member associations and clubs, starting with the CAF Interclub competitions this year.

    The CLOP platform is an online platform that was introduced at a pilot phase last year by CAF to have all the procedures of the licensing process in an online platform, just like the FIFA Connect and Transfer Management System (TMS).

    The current workshop is the third in its series after earlier ones held in Tunisia and Benin at the beginning of the month and focuses on orientational sessions for the new club licensing regulations 2022 and the full usage of the Club Licensing Online Platform starting in June 2023.

    The delegation from Uganda includes;
    Rogers Mulindwa: Supervisor Club Licencing Committee
    Okello Lee: Chairman of Club Licencing Committee
    Alexander Kibandama: Vice Chairman Club Licencing Appeals Committee
    Nakagwa Shirah: Club Licencing Manager

  • FIFA Member Association Referees Course commences at FUFA Technical Center

    FIFA Member Association Referees Course commences at FUFA Technical Center

    FIFA Member Association referees Course for FIFA & National referees progress successfully at FUFA Technical Center in Njeru.

    The Course involves 17 FIFA Referees and 15 National Referees including 19 years old Jackline Nambasa Mbekeka who officiated the inaugural CAF Schools Final in South Africa.

    The FIFA instructors present include Mzengo Mark from Malawi and Jasoon Damoo from Seychelles. Ali Tomusange, Adipo Christine, Kizito Rahmah Nansubuga and Ali Kalyango are the National instructors handling the course.

    During the opening ceremony, FUFA Executive Committee Member Sam Mpiima advised the referees to have integrity whenever officiating matches.

    “As we target to be number one on the continent, our referees must perform to their best, they should get to use such courses to improve themself and always have to protect their integrity when officiating matches,” said Sam Mpiima.

    The Course will end on Friday 26th May 2023.

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  • FUFA Tv Cup Capacity Building Workshop gets underway in Njeru

    FUFA Tv Cup Capacity Building Workshop gets underway in Njeru

    The 5-day workshop taking place at the FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru, has attracted over 30 participants from 8 traditional schools aiming at becoming Referees, Coaches, and Media Officers ahead of the inaugural FUFA Tv Cup.

    Students and Teachers enrolled for the course are from Kings College Buddo, St. Mary’s College Kisubi, Busoga College Mwiri, Jinja College, Namilyango College, Mengo SS, Makerere College and Kiira College Butiki.

    While gracing the opening ceremony on Monday afternoon, FUFA EXCOM Member Samuel Mpiima urged the pioneer participants to acquire the best skills and knowledge from the workshop.

    “As FUFA, we are taking the possible means to achieve our vision through capacity building. I can assure you that with our best instructors, you are going to have the best knowledge and skills in Media, Refereeing and Coaching. So please be our ambassadors out there and practice to your best,” Said Mpiima.

    FUFA Football Development Director Ali Mwebe, FUFA Communications Director Ahmed Hussein, FUFA Capacity Building Human Resource Manager Jackson Nyiima, FUFA Youth Dev’t Manager Bashir Mutyaba, FUFA Referees Manager Egesa Samuel and Alex Kasirye from FUFA Communications Department are the instructors in charge of the training.

    The workshop will end on Friday 26th May 2023.

    Pictorial

  • East Africa Pamoja AFCON 2027 bid handed to the President of the Republic of Uganda

    East Africa Pamoja AFCON 2027 bid handed to the President of the Republic of Uganda

    The Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) presented the East Pamoja AFCON 2027 bid to the President of Uganda H.E. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni at State House in Entebbe on Monday morning. The First Lady and Minister of Education Janet Kataha Museveni accompanied Museveni.

    The bid was presented to the President by a team led by Deputy Speaker of Parliament Hon. Thomas Tayebwa, State Minister for Sports Hon. Peter Ogwang and FUFA President Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim. The team also had FUFA 1st Vice President Justus Mugisha, 2nd Vice President Darius Mugoye, Excom Member Ronnie Kalema, Deputy CEO Decolas Kiiza, Projects Manager Sumaya Kiwanuka and National Council of Sports officials.

    “I have received Uganda’s AFCON 2027 joint bid with Kenya and Tanzania (EAC Pamoja bid). Sports is good for health, entertainment and now, more so business.” H.E. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni

    “Therefore, for East Africa to come together to invite the African Cup of Nations here is very good. It will promote our countries and tourism will also increase,” the President added.

    The Bid will be submitted to CAF in Cairo on May 23rd, 2023.

    In April, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) confirmed that it had received declaration of interest from six countries in the bidding process to select the host nation for the Africa Cup of Nations 2027. Uganda, Kenya and Tanzania put in a joint bid and will battle Algeria, Egypt and Botswana.

    CAF also confirmed that inspection visits will be done between June 1st and 15th July. The date of the CAF decision will however be communicated.

    A total of eighteen (18) countries have hosted the competition, with two editions being co-hosted: 2000 (Ghana and Nigeria) and 2012 (Gabon and Equatorial Guinea).

    Speaker of Parliament of the Republic of Uganda affirms Parliaments’ Commitment to the bid and sports

    On Friday, May 19th 2023, a copy of the bid document was presented to Hon. Anita Annet Among, Speaker of the 11th Parliament of the Republic of Uganda.

    While receiving the bid, the Speaker of Parliament highlighted the importance of sports to the country and urged Ugandans to support the project.

    “Sports is a very important sector that we must invest in. And you know the benefits that come with sports. It boosts the economy of the country,” she said.

    “I want to urge all the citizens in Uganda to embrace what FUFA is trying to achieve and this will help our country. And since we as the Government, want to host, it will also improve on infrastructural development for sports,” She added.

    The Speaker of Parliament also thanked the federation for recognising Parliament and the role it plays.

    “As Parliament, we are committed to support the co-hosting of AFCON. I want to thank you for recognising parliament and the role that it plays and bringing a copy of the bid that you are submitting to us. That is a sign that you believe that we are partners in what we are doing.”

    Ministry of Education and Sports and the National Council of Sports receive copies of the bid

    On the same day, the team from the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) handed over copies of the East Africa Pamoja AFCON 2027 bid to the State Minister of Sports Hon. Peter Ogwang and to the Nation Council of Sports Board Chairman Mr. Ambrose Tashobya.

  • Stanbic Uganda Cup: Vipers Win Semi-Final First Leg

    Stanbic Uganda Cup: Vipers Win Semi-Final First Leg

    Stanbic Uganda Cup Semi-final

    First Leg

    Vipers SC 4-0 Soltilo Bright Stars FC

    Last editions finalist, Vipers SC, has edged Soltilo Bright Stars FC in a first-leg semi-final match held at St. Mary’s Stadium, Kitende.

    The hosts scored their first goal in the match through Bright Anukani from the penalty spot after Milton Karisa was brought down by Warren Buule ten minutes in. Seven minutes later, Yunus Sentamu doubled the lead after taping in a ball from Milton Karisa.

    Bright Anukani went ahead to score a brace before the halftime whistle was blown.

    As the second half came to an end, substitute Cromwell Rwothomio was brought down and Watambala converted from the spot to seal the scoreline.

    Second leg fixtures

    M#DateHome TeamAway TeamVenueTimeNB
    SUC6426th May 2023Adjumani TC FCPolice FCParidi Stadium3:00 PMFUFA Tv
    SUC6330th May 2023Soltilo Bright Stars FCVipers SCKavumba Recreation Ground3:00 PMFUFA Tv
  • FUFA Big League: Kitara FC Crowned Winners

    FUFA Big League: Kitara FC Crowned Winners

    Victory over Kaaro Karungi FC by Kitara FC saw the latter crowned 2022/2023 league winners in a match that was held at Kigaaya Primary School Ground in Hoima as Match Day 30 came to an end. Kitara FC amassed a total of sixty-one points.

    The lone goal that handed Kitara FC the trophy was scored by Paul Mucureezi from the penalty spot in the 36th minute.

    Mbarara City FC came second with a total of sixty points while NEC FC was third with fifty-seven points.

    Other Results

    • Kitara FC 1-0 Kaaro Karungi FC
    • Luweero United FC 3-2 Adjumani TC FC
    • Kyetume FC 4-2 Soroti City FC
      Mbarara City FC 3-0 Northern Gateway SC
      Ndejje University FC 1-0 Booma FC
    • Police FC 1-1 Jinja North United FC
    • Cavary FC 1-3 Lugazi FC
    • Kataka FC 1-4 NEC FC

    Table Standing

    Awards

    Most valuable Player – Henry Kitengenyi

    Golden Boot – Denis Omedi

    Golden Glove – Yawe Farouq

    Fair Play – Kitara FC

    Pictorial

  • FUFA’s head of Technical development attends FIFA’s leadership diploma in Brazil

    FUFA’s head of Technical development attends FIFA’s leadership diploma in Brazil

    Federation of Uganda Football Associations, Director of Football Development Ali Mwebe has been selected as one of 25 participants in FIFA’s prestigious new Technical Leadership Diploma launched in Brazil this week.

    He joined other selected Technical Leaders from Member Associations and Confederations from around the globe at the Brazilian Football Federation (CBF) Training Complex in Rio de Janeiro for block one of the 18-month-long course.

    The FIFA Technical Leadership Diploma aims to become the ‘globally recognised qualification’ for Technical Leaders working in the game and will prepare participants for the distinct challenges and opportunities faced by a Technical Leader within a Member Association.

    Five core domain areas to be covered include Technical Leadership, High Performance, Coach Education, Amateur Football and Management.

    “Being selected by FIFA among the 25 pioneer technical leaders all over the world for this course is second to no other lifetime opportunity in football, the course structure and delivery are so unique, very practical and reality-based concerning day-to-day challenges in the job. Global football development is currently very dynamic and no doubt a course of this nature is preparing us to be on top of our abilities to catch up. It’s so exciting starting this 18-month-long learning journey from the legendary football nation Brazil.”

    Ali Mwebe

    The FUFA CEO, Edgar Watson said that the new development positions FUFA on a progressive track.

    “Ali Mwebe being among the selected participants in this unique new course, will position FUFA and Uganda on a progressive track in which our technical challenges will be addressed. As our internal policy, Mwebe will be required to orient the direct stakeholders on the new reality-based technical trends and development trails. We appreciate FIFA for having selected our own Technical Director for Uganda to benefit,” says Edgar Watson, FUFA Chief Executive Officer

    The FIFA Head of Global Football Development Steven Martens highlighted the importance of a Technical Leader to the future of the game.

    “We are delighted to welcome Ali Mwebe onto our new Technical Leadership Diploma. The role of the Technical Leader is crucial to the future of football and one we believe should have greater recognition,” says Steven Martens, FIFA Director of Global Football Development.

    “Over the last few years, FIFA has been working closely with Member Associations to develop a number of programmes, such as the Talent Development Scheme (TDS). The successful implementation of these programmes relies on the leadership of Technical Leaders. So, naturally, we want to support, develop and work alongside Technical Leaders to help them become the very best they can be and, as a result, help develop the game,” added Martens.

    ‘Globally recognised qualification’ for Technical Leaders

    The FIFA Technical Leadership Diploma is the first qualification of its kind and aims to become the ‘globally recognised qualification’ for Technical Leaders working in the game.

    “Currently, there is no single award or accreditation that allows an individual to become a Technical Leader in a Member Association,” explains Jamie Houchen, FIFA’s Head of Technical Leadership.

    “If a Member Association is looking to hire a Technical Leader, there is no benchmark for quality. We believe the FIFA Technical Leadership Diploma will become the globally recognised qualification for Technical Leaders and produce the very highest quality of graduates to lead football around the world.”

    Following the six-day workshop in Brazil, the 25 participants will begin their own personal project focused on their unique context and following a programme of online learning. The cohort will meet again for six days in Japan in December with two further face-to-face events to follow.

    For more information about the FIFA Technical Leadership Diploma visit the FIFA Training Centre, www.fifatrainingcentre.com

    • Ali Mwebe poses with Carlos Alberto Parreira, former National team coach of Brazil
    • Ali Mwebe at the Museum
  • Stanbic Uganda Cup: Police Register a Narrow Win Over Adjumani TC FC | 49th Edition

    Stanbic Uganda Cup: Police Register a Narrow Win Over Adjumani TC FC | 49th Edition

    Stanbic Uganda Cup Semifinal

    First Leg

    Police FC 1-0 Adjumani TC

    Police FC has edged Adjumani Town Council FC 1-0 in the first leg of the Stanbic Uganda Cup played on Monday evening at the Kavumba Recreation Grounds.

    The hosts got an early lead in the seventh minute after Hassan Kikoyo converted from the penalty awarded when forward Herman Wasswa was fouled within the eighteen-yard box.

    The Cops had chances of leading the game by a bigger margin in the first half, but clear chances were squandered by Herman Wasswa and Denis Kalanzi.

    After the fulltime whistle was blown, Police FC Head Coach Angelo Lonyesi expressed his delight for the win registered by his team and promised the same when his team travels to Adjumani for the return leg.

    “Any win matters especially at this level of the Stanbic Uganda Cup. We are traveling to Adjumani with an upper hand and we can reproduce what we have done here” said Lonyesi.

    The Adjumani TC FC Coach Geofrey Akena said that their target was a draw against Police, but a one goal margin isn’t bad, and they can easily overturn the results.

    “Our target was a draw against Police which we haven’t achieved but the one goal margin is a fair result on our side. We can build from that and overturn the results at our home,” said Akena.

    The second leg will be played on 26th May 2023 at the Paridi Stadium in Adjumani.

    Police FC XI: Mutebi Davis GK, Sentume Joseph, Martin Owalamu, George Kiryowa, Daniel Jakony, Samuel Kayongo, Tonny Kiwalazi, Hassan Kikoyo, Dennis Kikoyo, Dennis Kalanzi, Hreman Wasswa and Emmanuel Muguma.

    Adjumani TC XI: Tahga Fauzu (GK), Basan Safi, Sadik Nasur, Anyama Emmanuel, Ajiga Micheal, Essien Badruru, Mudathir Rashid, Muala Sadad, Opio Nelson, Yikita Francis. Musa Safi.

    M#DateHome TeamAway TeamVenueTimeNB
    SUC6426th May 2023Adjumani TC FCPolice FCParidi Stadium3:00 PMFUFA Tv
    SUC6330th May 2023Soltilo Bright Stars FCVipers SCKavumba Recreation Ground3:00 PMFUFA Tv
  • FUFA TV Cup Launched

    FUFA TV Cup Launched

    Today Monday 15th May 2023, the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) has launched an annual school football tournament known as FUFA Tv Cup, that will earmark the traditional secondary schools’ institutions in Uganda as the participants with its inaugural theme that states “EXCELLENCE IN ACADEMICS AND SPORTS”.

    FUFA through its flagship brand FUFA Tv is set to organize and sponsor the invitational tournament for 8 schools that is expected to later on grow into a 16 -team nationwide competition. The FUFA Tv CUP is a competition that has been designed to give an opportunity to football players, referees and coaches at traditional secondary schools more re-known for academic excellence, to undertake football development in a safe, secure and technically managed environment without compromising academics.

    Hon. Magogo Moses and some members of the FUFA Excom led by 2nd Vice President Darius Mugoye together with a section of secretariat staff held a meeting with representative of the 8 schools that have been identified and invited to take part in the inaugural tournament which include; Kiira College Butiki, Busoga College Mwiri, Jinja College, Namilyango College, St Mary’s College Kisubi, Makerere College School, Kings College Budo and Mengo Senior School.

    “As a federation our vision is to be the number one footballing nation in Africa on and off the field and we can achieve this by developing, promoting and protecting the game. We believe we can achieve this by collaborating with schools because they have the students, nice pitches, teachers among other.” FUFA President remarked after the meeting.

    ‘We believe by putting football in these schools we can get players who may develop into future national stars, referees who may go and officiate at the highest levels like the World Cup, very good coaches and of course fans because these games going to be played in schools and teams will be supported by their colleagues.” He added.

    Upon accepting the invite and consequently agreeing to participate in the FUFA Tv Cup, the selected schools will be expected comply with the tournament rules, ensure discipline and compliance of their students, involve the old students in the activities of the competition, provide students or teachers or staff to be trained and appointed as coaches, referees or media officers, prepare and avail their school pitches in accordance with the laws of the game.

    Most importantly schools will be expected to prepare, organize and present their teams to play.

    On the other hand, FUFA will do the over all planning, supervision, management and execution of all operations of the inaugural tournament. Additionally, FUFA will also train four (4) young enthusiastic persons as nominated by the schools as young coaches, match referees and digital media officers.

    Games to be live on FUFA TV

    The FUFA President also revealed that FUFA through FUFA Tv will broadcast live the games of this schools’ tournament to a worldwide audience.

    “The games will be on tv meaning parents, old boys and girls plus well wishers of these schools will be able to watch and support from wherever they will be able to access them. Nothing gives joy to a parent than watching their child do a good thing and they are able to witness and support. As a federation we are going to invest a lot of energy as it wont cost us less than Ugshs 80 million but we have tasked our marketing department to look for this money. Hopefully the tournament will grow to generate its own funds. I therefor call upon all parents and all Ugandans out there to support this competition like you have done for other FUFA programmes that have turned out to be success stories.”

    FUFA will also be responsible for providing cash prizes to the different winners on top of the different medal categories and trophies for the respective winners. This will be in addition to providing uniforms to the participating schools and match officials for the games branded with FUFA Tv.

    The organising committee of 9 persons will be drawn from people that will be recommended by the participating schools from among their own teachers, students, non-teaching staff, parents and old students of the schools among others.

  • Stanbic Uganda Cup: Police host Adjumani TC in Semi-Final First Leg | 49th Edition

    Stanbic Uganda Cup: Police host Adjumani TC in Semi-Final First Leg | 49th Edition

    FUFA Big League sides Police FC and Adjumani TC FC face off today, May 15th 2023, at Kavumba Recreational Ground in a semi-final match to be broadcast by FUFA Tv.

    The cops come into this match after securing a 1-0 win against Booma FC in the league while the latter suffered a 3-0 home loss in the hands of Kitara FC.

    To qualify for the semi-finals, the home side eliminated Apuutun FC, Pajule Lions FC, Ndejje University FC and BUL FC in the round of sixty-four, thirty-two, sixteen and quarter finals respectively.

    The visitors saw off Simba FC, Elite FC, Bunyaruguru FC and Express FC in the round of sixty-four, thirty-two, sixteen and quarter finals respectively.

    First Leg Fixtures

    M#DateHome TeamAway TeamVenueTimeNB
    SUC6215th May 2023Police FCAdjumani TC FCKavumba Recreation Ground4:00 PMFUFA Tv
    SUC6120th May 2023Vipers SCSoltilo Bright Stars FCSt. Mary’s Stadium, Kitende4:00 PMFUFA Tv

    Second Leg Fixtures

    M#DateHome TeamAway TeamVenueTimeNB
    SUC6426th May 2023Adjumani TC FCPolice FCParidi Stadium3:00 PMFUFA Tv
    SUC6330th May 2023Soltilo Bright Stars FCVipers SCKavumba Recreation Ground3:00 PMFUFA Tv
  • Officials from Harris International Visit FUFA Complex

    Officials from Harris International Visit FUFA Complex

    A delegation from Harris International have paid a courtesy call on FUFA and held a strategizing meeting with FUFA President amongst other officials of the federation on how to strengthen the newly created relationship on top of furthering the development and popularity of the FUFA Drum.

    On arrival at the FUFA Complex in Mengo, the visiting delegation was received by Rogers Byamukama the Executive Committee member and Chairman of the Marketing and communications committee of FUFA in company of Deputy CEO (Services) Humphrey Mandu, Commercial Director Fred Kumakech and Events manager Leila Nankya.

    The team from Harris International was led by their Managing Director Simon Harvey who was with his deputy Patrick Mugyenyi. Other members of the team included Mahmood Seblini who is the Senior Sales and Marketing Operations Manager, Julia T Ssebugwawo who is the Trade Marketing Manager, Ishta Atukunda who is the Public Relations Manager and Said Sultan, the Human Resource Manager.

    ‘I want to commend you on certain things one of them being governance. Having worked in many countries across the African continent I have realized many football associations have a challenge with governance issues and yet here you are giving it a lot of focus.” Harris Internation MD, Simon Harvey.

    ‘I also want to commend your diversity plus inclusiveness. Football is called the beautiful game not because of the fancy and exciting European football but because it is played by the local boy or a father in the middle of the Ugandan area. FUFA’s target of extending football to all homesteads really matches with that.’ He added.

    FUFA President Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim on the other hand highlighted the beauty of the relationship that has been created between the two entities that points to great things.

    ‘With this new of injection of ‘Rock Boom’ – feel the positive energy, we needed this kind of energy into this competition. As FUFA we stand for giving value to our sponsors/partners to ensure that the different entities; FUFA, the game of football and in this case Harris international through Rock Boom get value. Each of these brands have goals that we are going to work together to ensure that they are achieved.’

    Patrick Mugyenyi, Harris International Deputy Managing Director in his remarks expressed excitement for the two brands working together.
    ‘We are just excited to be able to partner with FUFA to bring life and a new experience in the most loved sport in the world. I think its been long overdue but now we are here to deal with you to create the most unique experiences.’

    Harris International through their energy drink brand, ‘The Rock boom’ are the new energizing partner of the most popular and exciting football competition in the country, The FUFA Drum that is played annually amongst the 16 footballing Provinces of Uganda.

    The visitors were presented with customized Uganda Cranes jerseys before being taken on a guided tour of the FUFA Complex which climaxed with visits to FUFA Media Services (FMS) units (television and radio studio) respectively.

  • Club Licensing: Orientation meetings held for Club Officials

    Club Licensing: Orientation meetings held for Club Officials

    In preparation for the 2023/2024 Season of the FUFA Big League and the StarTimes Uganda Premier League, the Competitions Department organised meetings for the Chief Executive Officers. These meetings were attended by FUFA Executive Committee Member Rogers Mulindwa, FUFA Deputy CEO Humphrey Mandu, Competitions Director Hajati Aisha Nalule, C.E.O Uganda Premier League Benard Bainamani, Chairman Club Licensing Committee Lee Okello, and Club licensing Manager Shirah Nakagwa.

    Clubs from the FUFA Big League that had officials at the meeting included; Kitara FC, Kyetume FC, Mbarara City FC, Soroti City FC, Kaaro Karungi FC, Lugazi FC, Jinja North United FC, NEC FC, Northern Gateway SC, Police FC, Ndejje University FC, Adjumani TC FC, Calvary FC, Booma FC, Kataka FC and Luweero United FC.

    Pictorial — Attendance for FUFA Big League Club Representatives

    Clubs from the StarTimes Uganda Premier League that had officials at the meeting included; Arua Hill SC, Wakiso Giants FC, Maroons FC, SC Villa, Gaddafi FC, URA FC, Soltilo Bright Stars FC, Express FC, BUL FC, Onduparaka FC, KCCA FC, and Vipers SC

    Pictorial — Attendance for StarTimes Uganda Premier League Club Representatives

  • Stanbic Uganda Cup: Semi Final Fixtures | 49th Edition

    Stanbic Uganda Cup: Semi Final Fixtures | 49th Edition

    The FUFA Competitions Department has released the fixtures for the Semi-Finals of the Stanbic Uganda Cup. Police FC and Vipers SC host the first leg at home and then travel away for the second leg.

    Former Express FC defender Edward Kalungi conducted the drawing of lots during the Semi Final draw

    First Leg

    M#DateHome TeamAway TeamVenueTimeNB
    SUC6215th May 2023Police FCAdjumani TC FCKavumba Recreation Ground4:00 PMFUFA Tv
    SUC6120th May 2023Vipers SCSoltilo Bright Stars FCSt. Mary’s Stadium, Kitende4:00 PMFUFA Tv

    Second Leg

    M#DateHome TeamAway TeamVenueTimeNB
    SUC6426th May 2023Adjumani TC FCPolice FCParidi Stadium3:00 PMFUFA Tv
    SUC6330th May 2023Soltilo Bright Stars FCVipers SCKavumba Recreation Ground3:00 PMFUFA Tv

    Article 21: Fifth Round (Semi Finals)

    1) Shall compose of 4 teams qualified from the fourth round

    2) This shall be played over two legs played on home and away

    3) FUFA shall draw lots to generate fixtures for the fifth round

    4) The team with more goals at the end of the return leg match shall be the winner of the match.

    5) If teams are tying by goals at the end of the return leg match, the away goals rule shall apply.

    6. If teams are still tying under art 21(5), Spot kicks from the penalty mark shall be applied to determine the winner. There shall be no extra time.