FUFA Big League Fixtures Thursday 3rd November 2022 NEC FC Vs Mbarara City FC – Bugolobi Coffee 2:00PM Live on FUFA Tv Kyetume FC Vs Karo Karungi FC – Nakisunga Ground 4:00PM Northern Gateway FC Vs Adjumani FC – FC Gate Stadium 4:00PM Kataka FC Vs Ndejje University FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru 4:00PM Live on FUFA Tv Calvary FC Vs Police FC – Midigo Primary School, Yumbe 4:00PM
Friday 4th November 2022 Lugazi FC Va Kitara FC Lugazi Stadium 2:00PM Live Jinja North United FC Vs Luweero United FC – Kyabazinga Stadium, Jinja 4:00PM Live on FUFA TV
Saturday 5th November 2022 Booma FC Vs Soroti City FC Masindi Stadium 4:00PM Live on FUFA Tv
Action in the FUFA Big League continues this Thursday with mouth watering encounters expected in the matchday four pack that will witness five games broadcast live on FUFA Tv.
The biggest game will see table leaders NEC FC hosting Mbarara City at the Coffee Grounds in Bugolobi.
NEC FC leads the table with nine points and carry a 100% record while Mbarara City follow closely in third place with seven points.
Sadiq Ssempigi, the head coach at Mbarara City is well aware of what today’s opponent in NEC pose and indicated they will not take them for granted.
”We are facing table leaders who have not lost any game. We will not take chances against them and our plan is to convert all the opportunities we shall create in the game. We are targeting maximum points despite playing a very tricky side.” He stated.
His counterpart Micheal Lukyamuzi says his team is not under any pressure but only playing games as they come.
‘We are not under any pressure though Mbarara City is a more experienced team who have played at a higher level. We shall play our game and hope for the best results.
In the other games, Kyetume will be targeting to pick their first win of this season as they host Karo Karungi in Nakisunga, Mukono. Winless Ndejje University will target solace against Kataka in Njeru while Lugazi FC will be at home to Kitara FC.
Elsewhere, Northern Gateway take on Adjumani FC and Jinja North United host Luweero United.
The draws for the semifinals of the 2022 FUFA Drum tournament were held on Wednesday Morning at FUFA Complex with the remaining four provinces learning their opponents at the penultimate stage.
The function was superintended over by FUFA Drum Organizing Committee Chairman, Rogers Byamukama and FUFA Competitions Director, Aisha Nalule.
FUFA Drum Organizing Chairman, Rogers Byamukama (Left) and FUFA Competitions Director Aisha Nalule
In the draws held, Tooro Province has been pitted against Lango while defending Champions Acholi will face West Nile.
FUFA Drum Organizing Chairman Rogers Byamukama displays Tooro Province during the semifinal draws.Lango Province will face Tooro at the semifinal stage.Kyaaka Central Member of Parliament, Tom Bright Amooti picks West Nile in the Semifinal draw.Reigning Champions Acholi was pitted against West Nile.
Byamukama lauded the Provinces for the journey moved so far, indicating the third edition has moved on smoothly since the start.
“I want to thank all the 16 Provinces that were part of this tournament from the start. As we get closer to the end, we believe this Championship has continued to grow in leaps and bounds. The return of the FUFA Drum after a two-year halt has been treated to great reception, there has been passion, excitement and I believe the remaining games will offer more.” Said Byamukama.
He also cautioned fans against stadium violence, stating FUFA will not hesitate to take action against those promoting the vice.
“We experienced some cases of violence after the game between Buganda and Acholi in Luweero but we want to caution fans against this vice. FUFA condemns such actions and we will take action against anyone who promotes violence.” He added.
The Road Map to the Final
The Semifinals will be played on a home and away basis with the winner on aggregate advancing to the final.
Tooro Province will host Lango on 20th November in the first leg before the two teams face off in the return leg on 18th December at Akii-Bua Stadium, Lira City.
The other semifinal fixture, 2018 finalists West Nile will host the first leg against reigning Champions Acholi on 13th November with the return leg slated for 10th December.
The final this time will be played on a home and away basis, just like it was the case in the inaugural edition of 2018. The dates for the final have been tentatively set on 7th and 14th January 2023.
What the representatives had to say
Tooro and West Nile Provinces had representatives at the draw function and they had this to say;
Fred Ade – FUFA Delegate and Vice Chairman West Nile
FUFA Delegate Fred Ade represented West Nile at the semifinal draw event.
“We are prepared to face any team that comes our way. The fact that we are starting at home, I believe we can wrap up this contest against Acholi at home before travelling to Gulu.”
Hon. Tom Bright Amooti – Member of Parliament Kyaaka Central and Tooro Province Chairperson
Tom Bright Amooti- Chairperson Tooro Province.
“It is our first time to reach this level and we thankful for everyone that has been behind this great journey. We are now representing the whole Western Region and we call on our brothers from Rwenzori and Ankole to rally behind us. I believe we have what it takes to overcome Lango and progress to the final.”
Hon. Tom Bright Amooti, MP for Kyaaka Central being interviewed on FUFA Tv.
FUFA Members, the 8 Special Interest Groups (SIGs) and the 8 Regional Member Associations over the weekend received an assortment of office equipment including computers and office furniture.
In a function held at FUFA Complex on Friday, FUFA 2nd Vice President Darius Mugoye and FUFA Projects Manager Sumaya Kiwanuka presided over the handover.
FUFA 2nd Vice President, Darius Mugoye and FUFA Projects Manager Sumaya Kiwanuka testing out a desktop.
Mugoye indicated this was one of the ways in which FUFA is supporting its Members.
“As a Federation our vision is to be number one footballing nation in Africa on and off the field and believe that we cannot achieve this if our members are not ably supported. Like it was communicated in the 98th General Assembly that sat in Gulu earlier this month, It is our intention to improve on the assistance we extend to our members. These are some of the facilities we believe our members need to improve on service delivery.” He remarked.
Some of the equipment donated to FUFA Member Associations.
“FUFA pays salaries of the General Secretaries of the 8 regions to ensure that they are fully present and committed. We are very proud to say that today all our members have fully functional offices.” Mugoye added.
It was communicated in the General Assembly that money going to the regions would be increased in the financial year starting January 2023 but before that the Federation has already secured computer sets and office furniture to help improve efficiency in service delivery to the football community.
FUFA has 8 Special interest Groups which include; Uganda Football Referees Association, Uganda Women Football Association, Uganda Beach Soccer Association, Futsal Association Uganda, Coaches Association, Uganda Football Players Association, Uganda Youth Football Association and Uganda Schools Football Association.
These plus the 8 footballing regions of; Northern, West Nile, Western, Eastern, North East, Kampala, Buganda and Kitara region were the beneficially of the equipment distributed.
Some of the members receiving office equipment at FUFA Complex.
Members Reaction
Kiwanuka Roberts, Chairperson UYFA
UYFA Chairperson Roberts Kiwanuka (extreme right).
“I am so thankful to FUFA for this gesture because they are literally transforming us from analog to digital meaning, we are going to be able to do timely reporting efficiently. Documentation, transfer and archiving of data is one of the areas that has been disturbing SIGs and with the computers given I am sure that has been resolved.”
Kyambadde Livingstone, Chairperson Uganda Football Coaches Association
“We are very grateful to FUFA for finding it necessary to furnish our offices. Our work is going to be greatly improved in terms of communications since all coaches are going to be able to communicate from wherever they are digitally as necessitated in the modern game. A nice working environment like a well-furnished office is a great motivation for the people to do the work required of them.”
Ibrahim Mugera, CEO Futsal AssociationUganda
“This equipment is going to help us fully set up our offices and so help us conveniently perform our duties in a conducive environment. This will help us deliver on our goals in terms of developing the game.”
Rines SS registered their first win of the 2022/22 season after stunning Makerere University WFC on matchday six.
In the game played on Saturday at Makerere Main pitch, the visitors picked a surprising 2-1 win.
Yasmeen Nalukwago and Phiona Arachi scored a goal each for the Bright Nyanzi coached side.
Rines SS players celebrate a goal (Photo by Ismail Mulangwa
The consolation goal for the University was score by captain Josephine Ndagire who was returning from suspension.
Despite winning, Rines SS remain bottom of the log on 3 points.
Kawempe Muslim failed to pick maximum points off Asubo Gafford Ladies FC as the latter fought hard to pick a point at home.
Shakira Nyinagahirwa had given Kawempe the lead at Kampala Quality Playground but the home side found the equalizer through Madina Nakayi.
Kampala Queens maintained their perfect start with a sixth straight win against Olila High School.
The game played on Sunday at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru was watched by FUFA President, Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim who also doubles as Kampala Queens patron.
He was in the company of the Speaker of Parliament of Uganda, Rt. Hon. Annet Anita Among.
FUFA President Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim (L) and Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Anita Annet Among at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.
Zaina Nandede and Resty Nanziri scored in the first half to guide the Queens of Soccer to victory.
Uganda Martyrs continued to impress with yet another home victory, this time against free falling UCU Lady Cardinals.
The Lubaga based outfit earned a comfortable 4-1 win to move to second place on 13 points, five behind leaders Kampala Queens.
Kevin Nakacwa, Latifa Nakasi, Catherine Nagadya and Sumaya Nalumu were all on target for Uganda Martyrs in the rout.
Kevin Nakacwa in action against UCU Lady Cardinals.
Ashiat Nalugwa got the consolation for UCU Lady Cardinals who have now gone three games without a win.
Elsewhere, defending Champions She Corporate were held to a one all draw at home by Lady Doves.
Evelyn Nandera had given Lady Doves the lead just four minutes after kickoff but Joanita Ainembabazi equalized for the hosts at the stroke of halftime.
Uganda Hippos embarked on the mission to return to the U20 AFCON tournament on a bright note with a 2-0 victory over rivals Tanzania on Saturday evening at the Al Hilal Stadium.
The first quarter of the gamw witnessed a cagey approach from both sides.
A minute later, Ibrahim Kasinde chip from the right met Abasi Kyeyune but the latter failed to control it in the opponents box.
In the 23rd minute, skipper Isma Mugulusi had a chance to break the deadlock but his shot from the 18 yard box was blocked.
The awaited moment then came in the 31st minute as Titus Ssematimba broke the deadlock with a cool finish.
Three minutes later, the Hippos doubled their lead through Rogers Mugisha who capitalized on a Kasinde minute on the right, a move that was initiated from the middle of the park by Frank Katongole.
In the second stanza, the Tanzanians returned desperate to change things but the Hippos were resilient.
The 63rd minute saw Hippos make changes introducing Faisal Wabyoona and Simon Mukisa for Kasinde and Ronald Madoi respectively.
With a quarter an hour to play, defender Samson Kasozi made a timely goal line clearance to deny the visitors after goalie Abdu Magada was beaten.
Tanzanian continued pressing for a consolation with a 78th minute cross from the left beautifully punched away by Magada.
With 10 minutes to play, Hippos made the third change with Kyeyune paving way for Simon Ssemayange.
The Jackson Mayanja coached side managed to keep it tight at the back to ensure they walk away with maximum points and a clean sheet.
Hippos will return to action on Saturday 05th November against Ethiopia at Al Hilal Stadium.
FUFA has made strides in sharing coaching education knowledge right from the beginners’ level to the very highest in the Country. With the demands of the game growing each passing day, the coaches are required to improve in their respective fields. Through the Football Development Department at FUFA, the Nakawa DFA organised a beginners’ coaching course in line with the call by the FUFA President Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim’s strategic plan manifesto of teaching more coaches to be able to impart the right skills at the grassroot levels.
A total of 65 coaches participated in the course and were awarded beginner’s coaching certificates.
The elated coaches after the course requested the organisers to plan early enough for the coaching levels that follow.
The coaching course was closed by the FUFA EXCO Member from the Kampala region Football Association, Dr Ahimbisibwe Apollo.
In his remarks, Dr. Ahimbisibwe highlighted the importance of football education and encouraged the participants to pay keen attention to three areas; image, marketing and responsibilities.
‘These key areas play a huge role towards the game of football. If the coaches can achieve the listed key areas, then the whole country will move in the right direction of scoring the Hattrick as elaborated in the FUFA Strategic plan under the Future 2021-2025 passed by the 97th General Assembly in Mbale in 2021’ said Dr. Ahimbisibwe.
The week-long workshop was closed on Friday 28th October 2022 at Kyambogo University.
Uganda Hippos vs Tanzania- Al Hilal Stadium – 7pm (Uganda) 6pm (Sudan)
Uganda Hippos will begin their journey to defend the AFCON U20 Zonal qualification title against rivals Tanzania on Saturday evening at Al Hilal Stadium.
The Hippos will be aiming at nothing but beginning on a bright note against their rivals Tanzania.
Since arriving in Sudan on Wednesday, Uganda has conducted three training sessions including the last one with all players eager to prove their worth.
Interim head coach Jackson Mayanja believes the team has prepared well and victory will be on Uganda’s side.
“We have had nice preparations and we want to win our first game against Tanzania,” he started before adding,
“The boys have responded well to training and I have also used my experience as well as my technical staff to tell the boys what they should do. It’s a big game and we expect to win.” He added.
Team skipper Isma Mugulusi is optimistic his experience at this level will be key.
“My teammates are ready and fit for Tanzania. We have adopted to the conditions here and we know it’s not easy but we shall fight together and with my experience here I will work extra hard to ensure we return to the AFCON U20.”
After the clash with Tanzania from group B, the Hippos will rest for six days before playing their second group game against Ethiopia on 5th November at Al Hilal Stadium.
The leader from group A will face runners up from group B and vice versa.
Police FC 1-0 Kataka FC Calvary FC 2-1 Kyetume FC Ndejje Universiy FC 1-2 NEC FC Mbarara City FC 3-1 Lugazi FC Kitara FC 3-1Jinja North United FC Luweero United 2-3 Booma FC Soroti City FC 0-3 Northern Gateway FC Adjumani TC FC 1-1 Karo Karungi FC
National Enterprise Corporation Football Club (NEC) continued with their perfect start to the new FUFA Big League season after registering a 2-1 win against Ndejje University at Bombo Military Barracks.
The team needed to come from a goal down to overcome the University side.
The hosts scored first when Samuel Ngabo converted from the spot in the 5th minute.
However, NEC found the equaliser through Derrick Sekiranda in the 38th minute before second half substitute Stephen Nyaiga scored the winner in the closing stages.
The win meant NEC maintained their stay at the top of the table on nine points from three games.
At Kigaya Primary School in Hoima, striker Patrick Kaddu extended his scoring spree with a brace against Jinja North United FC.
The forward orchestrated the comeback for Kitara who had to come from a goal down.
Patrick Kaddu.
Edison Matama scored as early as the 4th minute to give the visitors a good start.
However, Kaddu scored from the spot midway the first stanza and added the other just after resumption to take his tally to seven in three games. Edson Agondeze put the icing on the cake.
The result saw Kitara FC remain second on the log with seven points, two behind leaders NEC FC.
At Soroto Municipal Stadium, the visitors of Northern Gateway up a fascinating display to dispatch Soroti City FC 3-0 thanks to goals from Emmanuel Obete, Denis Amut and Stephen Oriokot’s own goal.
In other games, Mbarara City beat Lugazi FC 3-1 courtesy of goals from Henry Kitegenyi, Ibrahim Tembo and Seiri Arigumaho while Police were victorious against Kataka in a 1-0 win.
Calvary FC defeated Kyetume 2-1, Luweero United fell 2-3 at home to Booma FC while Adjumani TC shared spoils with Karo Karungi in an all draw.
Matchday 3 Fixtures Thursday 27/10/2022 Police FC Vs Kataka FC – Kavumba RC Calvary Vs Kyetume – Midigo PS Ndejje University Vs NEC FC- Bombo Barracks Live on FUFA TV, 2PM Mbarara City FC Vs Lugazi FC- Kakyeka Kitara FC Vs Jinja North Utd – Kigaya PS Luweero United Vs Booma FC -Luweero Ground Soroti City Vs Northern Gateway- Soroti Stadium Live on FUFA TV, 4 PM Adjumani TV Vs Karo Karungi- Paridi Stadium
The FUFA Big League continues this Thursday with matchday three and eight games on the card, two of which are live on FUFA TV.
Kyetume FC play its first season game after the FUFA Assembly allowed them to play in the FUFA Big League. The Nakisunga side has traveled to Yumbe to face Church founded Calvary FC at the Midigo Primary School Play Grounds.
David Mutono the Coach of Kyetume FC is a little worried because his team is playing their first season game but confident that his team can pick positive results from their first game.
‘We are trying to recover psychologically because all hasn’t been well on our side. Many issues are beyond our reach but we shall play our role as the Technical Team and the players we prepare to get the results. I am a bit worried because it is our first game of the season though I have been following up on proceedings thus updated. Like last season, our target is to get promoted to the top flight league.’ Said Coach Mutono.
In another game, Police FC hosts Kataka FC at the Kavumba Recreation Centre in an anticipated tight encounter.
Police FC Coach Angello Lonyesi is confident that his experienced players plus the home advantage will help the Cops register maximum results.
‘I anticipate a tight encounter against Kataka at Kavumba because they are a strong team with experience in the Big League. My role and technical team is to prepare the players and it is what we have done only waiting for the day. My team is composed of both experienced players like Herman Wasswa, Samuel Kayongo and Osman Mutumba plus young players who give us a good composition of a balanced team. We have to utilise the home advantage so that we collect maximum points. All the players are in the best shape except Benon Katerega and Tonny Kiwalazzi who are nursing injuries.’ Said Lonyesi
While his counterpart Godfrey ‘Toldo’ Awachango isn’t afraid of the Cops and ready to take them on.
‘We are set and hungry for victory since we narrowly missed promotion to the StarTimes Premier League last season. We are facing an experienced team but we are also experienced thus we shall go for the match with determination.’ Said Owachango
Elsewhere, Ndejje University hosts top of the table NEC FC at the Bombo Barracks in a game Live on FUFA TV at 2 PM, Mbarara City host newcomers Lugazi FC at Kakyeeka Stadium, Kitara will entertain Jinja North United at Kigaya PS play Grounds in Hoima, Luweero United will welcome Booma FC at Luweero Grounds, Soroti City face Northern Gateway at Soroti Stadium in another Live game on FUFA TV, 4 PM while Adjumani TC will take on Karo Karungi at Paridi Stadium in Adjumani.
NEC FC is topping the table with six points, Kitara second with four the same as Luweero United and Mbarara City only separated by a goal difference occupying the second, third, and fourth positions in that order.
Kaddu Patrick of Kitara FC is the leading goal scorer with five goals, followed by Marvin Kavuma with three goals while Henry Kitegenyi of Mbarara City and Gerald Ogweti of Lugazi FC are tied on two goals each.
Uganda Hippos (U20) interim head coach Jackson Mayanja has revealed his final 24-man squad travelling to Sudan ahead of the CECAFA AFCON U20 Zonal Qualifiers from 28th October to 11th November 2022.
The team will be captained by Isma Mugulusi.
Only three players who were part of the 2021 Hippos squad that reached the AFCON U20 finals in Mauritania have made the trip and these are Isma Mugulusi, Wabyoona Faisal and goalie Ssenyondwa Denis.
The team flew out of the country on Wednesday morning aboard Ethiopian Airlines.
The U20 Team at Entebbe International Airport
Uganda is pitted in group B along with Tanzania and Ethiopia.
They will open the defence of their title on Saturday 29th October against Tanzania at Al Hilal Stadium.
They will then rest for six days before playing their second tie against Ethiopia on 5th November at Al Hilal Stadium.
The leader from group A will face the runners-up from group B and vice versa.
The Hippos have spent 13 days in a residential camp at the Cranes Paradise hotel, Kisaasi.
The U20 Team had the last training at Luzira Prisons grounds as they played the home side Maroons FC. Fulltime – Maroons FC 1:1 U20
The full squad
Goalkeepers
Abdu Magada-Gaddafi FC,
Kamya Shamulan-Bright Stars FC,
Ssenyondwa Denis Kaala- URA FC
Defenders
Opiru Justine-URA FC, Ibrahim Juma- FC Leganes, Samson Kasozi-UPDF FC, Ronald Madoi- Wakiso Giants FC
Mukisa Simon- UPDF FC, Ssemayange Simon Kato-Bright Stars FC
Lukwago Haruna -KCCA FC, Rogers Torach- Vipers SC
Midfielders
Allan Kiggundu- BUL FC
Katongole Frank-St Mary’s Kitende
Mugulusi Isma- Makedonikos FC, Greece
Nyanzi Marvin- Wakiso Giants FC
Wabyoona Faisal- KCCA FC,
Thomas Kakaire- Mbarara City FC
Bugembe Issa- Bright Stars
Titus Ssematimba- Wakiso Giants FC
Forwards
Umar Lutalo- SC Villa
Muhammad Nsereko- SC Villa
Kasinde Ibrahim- Bright Stars FC
Kyeyune Abbas- UPDF FC
Mugisha Rogers-UPDF FC
Team Officials
Hamid Juma (Leader of Delegation)
Mayanja Jackson (Head Coach)
Simeon Masaba (Assistant coach)
Kiberu Mubarak-Goalkeeping coach
Mutyaba Bashir-Team manager
Gumisiriza Michael-Team Doctor
Ronald Lusulire-Team Media Officer
Bumpemje Frank- Kitsman
Oryem Jolly Joe Innocent- Delegate (Northern Region FA)
Justine Nambafu Delegate- National Women Football Leagues (FWEL)
Uganda National Beach Soccer Team’s dream of qualifying for the World Cup was extinguished on Monday after suffering a second loss at the ongoing Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations in Mozambique.
In the final group B game played at Vankulo Arena, Egypt swept aside the Sand Cranes, winning 6-2.
The game was a decider on who takes the second position of the group given the fact that both teams had lost to Senegal who topped the group.
Egypt took the lead though an own goal scored by Ambrose Kigozi before Hossam Salama Ibrahim Hassan scored a brace.
Ismael Bahgat Abdelrazek, Hassane Hussein and Moustafa Shaaban scored the other goals for Egypt.
The consolation goals for Uganda were scored by Baker Lukooya and Brian Nkuubi.
The Sand Cranes will therefore face Malawi in the Classification game on Wednesday to determine the fifth and sixth position.
Angelo Schirinzi, Uganda Sand Cranes coach says Egypt was more superior to his charges.
“Egypt was superior. We have only four players with a very high level, but they were not good today. The learning and lessons remain. I have worked for six weeks with this team and yet I give a positive assessment of our participation in this very well organized competition.” He said.
Uganda U20 Men’s Football National Team, The Hippos have learnt their group and opponents ahead of the 2022 CECAFA Zonal Qualifiers in Sudan.
The Hippos have been pitted in group B along Tanzania and Ethiopia.
Uganda will kick start their journey to defend their title on Saturday 29th October against Tanzania at Al Hilal Stadium.
They will then rest for six days before playing their second tie against Ethiopia on 5th November at Al Hilal Stadium.
The leader from group A will face the runners up from group B and vice versa.
The Hippos who have now spent 12 days in residential camp at the Cranes Paradise hotel, Kisaasi are expected to fly out on Wednesday morning for Sudan.
Under the stewardship of new coach Jackson Mayanja, they will be hoping to defend their title inorder to return to the U20 AFCON tournament that will take place in Egypt in 2023.
The Hippos reached the AFCON U20 finals in the last edition in 2021 in Mauritania, losing to Ghana 2-0.
Buganda 2-2 Acholi Acholi advance 4-3 on aggregate
Kampala 0-2 West Nile West Nile progress 6-0 on aggregate
Defending Champions Acholi made sure they kept their title defence hopes alive after securing a berth into the semifinals of this year’s edition.
Acholi fans celebrate after eliminating Buganda.
Acholi and West Nile are the last teams to make the semifinal cut following the return legs in the quarterfinal games played on Sunday.
Acholi who had won 2-1 in Kitgum three weeks ago, earned a two-all draw against inaugural winners Buganda in the game played at Kasana-Luweero Playground.
Some of the Acholi fans who stormed Kasana-Luwero to support their team.
Viane Ssekajugo scored a brace in the first half for Buganda but that was not enough to sail them through.
Viane Ssekajugo celebrates.
Dennis Ojara and a stoppage time equalizer from substitute Dominic Oyella guided Acholi to the semifinals.
Brian Obedi was named man of the match.
In the other game played on Sunday, West Nile completed a double over Kampala, winning 2-0 in Bugolobi.
Ahmed Amayo and Ibrahim Dada scored a goal each in the second half.
It should be noted that West Nile had won 4-0 in the reverse fixture.
The semifinal quartet has Acholi, West Nile, Tooro and Lango.
The draws for the semifinals will be conducted on a date yet to be confirmed.
Ugandan Beach Soccer National Team bagged its first win at the ongoing Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations in Mozambique after defeating Madagascar on Sunday.
The Sand Cranes needed recovery after losing to Senegal in the opening match of group B to keep hopes of progress alive.
They had to do so in a difficult match against Madagascar and had to to come from down to secure a 6-3 victory.
Four goals from Brian Nkuubi, one from Isma Kawakulo and other from Joshua Letti Lubwama sealed the victory for Uganda Sand Cranes.
Fofo Alexandre ,Ymelda Razafimandimby and Jacques Raharison scored for Madagascar
Uganda returns to action on Monday for the final Group B game against Egypt at 2.30pm (local time). The winner of this game will join Senegal in progressing to the semifinals.
Uganda Sand Cranes head coach Angelo Schirinzi was happy with the result and now all efforts are focused on overcoming Egypt.
“We knew that against Senegal we would not have any chance of winning so we focused our attention on the games against Madagascar and Egypt. I have been with this team for a fortnight and in South Africa we had a great tournament that allowed us to see what level we are at. We also knew that Madagascar is an opponent that would be within our reach. The focus is now to win against Egypt.”
Nkuubi who had a good day on field insists that each day is a final to them and they will do whatever it takes to win against Egypt.
Uganda Sand Cranes had a false start to the 2022 Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations after suffering defeat to Senegal on Saturday.
This was the first game in group B as Uganda Sand Cranes played the defending Champions Senegal led Uganda in the 3 periods of the game that are played in a duration of 12 minutes per period.
Senegal scored their first goal through Amar Samb in the second minute of the game and Seydina Diagne made it 2-0 before Raoul Mendy scored a brace to send into a 4-0 lead at the end of the first period.
In the second period, Sand Cranes worked collectively to defend the long ball from the Senegal players until the last seconds of the period when Seydina Diagne scored a free style goal.
In the third period Uganda Sand Cranes tried all avenues possible but Senegal looked strong and defensive before Amar Samb added a second goal, and Mamadou Sylla made it 10:1 with a minute left in the third period
Uganda’s only goal which was a consolation was scored by captain Baker Luukooya.
Uganda plays it’s next game on Sunday 23rd October 2022 against Madagasacar that lost to Egypt in the second match of group B
Angelo Schirinzi the head coach spoke of the superiority of their opponents and said they could not match their power .
“It wasn’t really a good start for us. We came into this game aware that we would be facing the defending Champions and we also expected to face difficulties and that is realistic. Now we have to think about our next opponents, in this case Madagascar and Egypt. We must beat these opponents to reach the semifinals.” He said.
In the other games of the day Egypt beat Madagascar 4(4)-4(3).
FUFA Women Super League-This weekend 22nd-23rd October 2022
Uganda Martyrs LHFC vs Makerere University – Lubaga (Live on FUFA TV)– Saturday
UCU Lady Cardinals FC vs Kampala Queens FC – Mukono – Saturday
Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC vs Rines SS – Valley Ground – Sunday
Olila High School WFC vs She Corporate FC – Soroti – Saturday
Lady Doves FC vs Asubo Gafford Ladies – Masindi
All games Kickoff at 10:00AM
Action in the FUFA Women Super League resumes this weekend with the 2022/23 entering matchday five. All the ten teams will be in action this Saturday, the biggest game being UCU Lady Cardinals vs Kampala Queens.
The two aforementioned teams come into Saturday’s clash still unbeaten, with Kampala Queens occupying the summit and have garnered maximum points so far. On the other hand, UCU Lady Cardinals’ only blemish came in the one-all draw against Kawempe Muslim Ladies last weekend.
The biggest attraction in this fixture will be on forward Hasifah Nassuna who returns to Mukono for the first time since joining Kampala Queens at the start of the season.
Hasifah Nassuna while at UCU Lady Cardinals.
The lethal forward already has two goals to her name in as many games and will be hoping to hurt her former employers come Saturday.
FUFA on Friday held a pre match press briefing involving six teams that will be in action this weekend with captains and coaches talking to the media.
UCU Lady Cardinals vs Kampala Queens
Kawempe Muslim Ladies vs Rines SS
Uganda Martyrs vs Makerere University
Here are excerpts from today’s press conference
UCU LADY CARDINALS VS KAMPALA QUEENS
Collins Ahumuza – Coach UCU Lady Cardinals
UCU Lady Cardinals coach Collins Ahumuza.
Preparation for the game
We are playing a very important game, playing against the table leaders. We are prepared and hoping to get a good result tomorrow. I am glad that we have had a good start to the season and we hope to keep that going.
Nassuna is a good player and in my view the greatest ever in Uganda, she comes to a game, gets her moments and utilizes them. But we do not go into a game focusing on one player. I believe we have the ability to stop whoever comes to us.
What has helped them to a good start
I think we have played as one unit and all the players have shown full commitment so far. I believe if we keep the same spirit, we will keep garnering points.
Jauharah Nabaggala – Midfielder UCU Lady Cardinals
I believe we are in good shape as players and ready to give everything in tomorrow’s game.
Midfielder Jauharah Nabaggala.
Personally, I am returning from injury and hoping to continue with the same spirit as my teammates.
We are aware of what Kampala Queens pose, they are top of the table and yet to drop a point but that doesn’t burden us.
The players are ready for the game. We have had a rest of two weeks and this has helped us to look at the patch up the grey areas we had in the previous game.
UCU Lady Cardinals are a good team and I know they will compete but we are ready for the challenge and hoping that we can secure maximum points to maintain our grip at the top.
Zaina Namuleme – Kampala Queens Captain
Kampala Queens skipper Zaina Namuleme.
We are set and ready to fight for maximum points against UCU Lady Cardinals. Every game in the League comes with its own challenges and we know they pose a different task to us but we are in the best shape to face them.
UGANDA MARTYRS WFC VS MAKERERE UNIVERSITY – ST. GERALD’S STADIUM, LUBAGA
Edward Kasozi – Uganda Martyrs WFC
Trying to bounce back from the loss against Kampala Queens
The team is in good shape to encounter the challenge ahead of us. Despite the loss in our previous game, we have had enough time to prepare and rectify our mistakes.
Uganda Martyrs Head Coach Edward Kasozi.
Facing stubborn and trick Makerere University
We go into the game with the desire to fight and compete in every game. Makerere University is a good team with experienced players but my team is confident and ready to put up their best performance.
On Latifah Nakasi carrying the scoring burden
Coach Fred Ndawula and Edward Kasozi share a light moment.
She is a talented player and always eager to learn. I believe she has made a good start to the season with four goals to her name. I know she wants to keep scoring and that is what all good strikers do.
Players in candidate classes
We care about the future of the players both in terms of academics and football. We gave them the chance to prepare for their examinations but at the same time training with us. The fact that the game is on Saturday, we will have all the players available.
I am convinced that the Exams will not in any way disrupt their performance and our target is to be able to bounce back.
Fred Ndawula- Head Coach Makerere University
Facing hard fighting Uganda Martyrs
The team is set for the game and the girls are prepared to face Uganda Martyrs WFC. We know they are a good team with young talented players and full support of the students but our target to go out there and do well.
Makerere University coach Fred Ndawula.
On scoring few goals
I do not think so. We have been able to score in three of the four games played so far. Definitely, we need to improve in terms of creating chances and converting them.
The absence of midfielder Josephine Ndagire
When you go into a war, you must have enough soldiers. We miss her services and she will be serving her last game of the suspension but the rest of the players are available and able to fill her void.
Yudaya Nalubega – Makerere University Captain
Makerere University captainYudaya Nalubega.
We play as a unit not as individuals. I believe that team work has helped in the games played so far and we shall continue with the same mentality.
KAWEMPE MUSLIM LADIES FC vs RINES SS WFC
Ayub Khalifa – Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC Head Coach
On the progress of the game since the start of the league
Coach Ayub Khalifa of Kawempe Muslim.
If I am to die tomorrow, I would die a happy man. I have been around this game for over 20 years and I know the journey moved so far. The progress is evident and I want to thank whoever has made a contribution.
On conceding almost in every game
It is a big challenge and we have tried to discuss it internally. The goals we have conceded this season are really avoidable and majority have been goalkeeping errors. We hope to improve this area going forward.
Rines winning at the Valley Ground last season
We want to utilize home advantage and win all the games on our ground. They came and won at our home last season but we hope that does not happen again.
Hadijah Nandago – Midfielder Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC
Hadijja Nandago (L) shaking hands with Rines SS midfielder Eva Naggayi.
We need a win because the recent matches we have only been able to get two points. We hope to bounce back and collect maximum points at home.
Bright Nyanzi – Rines SS WFC Head Coach
Bright Nyanzi(L) and Ayub Khalfia
On rectifying mistakes
We have not had the best start and the results do not look good so far but our focus is on how we bounce back and we hope to do that in the next game.
About the poor start
I think we have had challenges in defence and that is where our emphasis is going into the game against Kawempe Muslim.
Last season, we faced the similar challenge and only got our first win against Kawempe. We hope the same can happen this time.
Eva Naggayi – Rines SS WFC Forward
Eva Naggayi.
We are facing a good team that has experience in the League. We had not had the best of starts but Sunday’s game is going to mark the beginning of a new phase where we can start picking points.
