FUFA Confirms that the Winner of the 2021/2022 StarTimes FUFA Big League (SFBL) will be crowned the following day a few hours after the end of the fixtures on Thursday 28th April, 2022.
The SFBL comes to a close tomorrow but any of the four teams Blacks Power FC, Kataka FC, Maroons FC and Kyetume FC can emerge winner of the 2021/2022 season depending on the outcome of the final matches in which they will be involved.
The FUFA Communications Director Ahmed Hussein confirmed the latest developments.
‘The Crowning ceremony will be delayed until Friday 29th April 2022 for a team that will have emerged winner of the Competition. The venue that produces the new winner of this season on Thursday is where the crowning ceremony will be held the following day. The FUFA Competitions Department and Events Management Office are handling the details of the Grand Finale and will be communicated during the meetings they will hold on the eve of the matches’ noted Hussein.
The winner of the 2021/2022 could be crowned from Mbarara, Lira or Mbale.
The fixtures: Thursday 28th April, 2022
Nyamityoora FC vs Maroons FC at Kakyeka Stadium, Mbarara
Kataka FC vs Kyetume FC, Mbale Municipal Stadium, Mbale
Blacks Power FC vs Luweero United FC, Akiibua Memorial Stadium, Lira.
Calvary FC vs MYDA FC- Green Light Stadium, Arua
Ndejje University FC vs Kitara FC-Arena of Visions, Ndejje
The top three teams will be promoted to the StarTimes Uganda Premier League while the bottom three drop to the Regional Leagues.
Stanbic Uganda Cup Quarterfinal SC Villa 1-2 BUL FC (After Extra time)
BUL FC are through to the semifinals after dumping out SC Villa from the Stanbic Uganda Cup.
In the Quarterfinal game played on Monday at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru, BUL FC had to come from a goal down to win 2-1, including the winner coming deep into the second half of extra time.
Saddam Masereka got SC Villa ahead but Karim Ndugwa got the equalizer before a late goal from Ibrahim Nsimbe after normal time decided the contest.
Masereka fired SC Villa into the lead, scoring with a ferocious strike at the near post in the 20th minute.
Despite creating several attempts especially in the first half, the Jogoos failed to double their advantage.
BUL FC kept growing in confidence and eventually found the equalizer through Karim Ndugwa whose diving header beat goalkeeper Martin Ssekooto.
The home side had the opportunity to lead again before the break when they won a penalty in the 44th minute but captain of the day Saddam Juma fired it wide.
BUL were reduced to ten men midway through the second half when midfielder George Kasonko was sent off for a second bookable offence on Masereka.
Despite having numerical advantage, SC Villa failed to break past resilient BUL who forced the game to extra time and eventually getting the winning goal with four minutes to the end of extra time.
BUL join holders Vipers SC and Booma FC who booked their slots over the weekend overcoming Wakiso Giants and Maroons FC respectively.
The final quarterfinal fixture will come on Wednesday at Kakyeka Stadium with Mbarara City hosting Mbale Heroes FC.
Semifinalists Vipers SC Booma FC BUL FC
Remaining Fixture Mbarara City FC vs Mbale Heroes FC
Stanbic Uganda Cup Quarterfinal Results Booma FC 2-1 Maroons FC Wakiso Giants FC 1-3 Vipers SC
Stanbic Uganda Cup current holders Vipers SC booked a place in the last four after eliminating rivals Wakiso Giants FC in the Wakiso derby on Sunday.
The Venoms ensured their quest for an elusive domestic double remained on course by dispatching the Purple Sharks 3-1 at Kabaka Kyabaggu Stadium.
2021 Airtel FUFA Male Player of the year Bobosi Byaruhanga opened the scoring midway through the first half before a second half double from Yunus Ssentamu sealed victory for visiting Vipers.
The hosts got their consolation late into the game through forward Sam Ssenyonjo who is on loan from KCCA FC.
Byaruhanga broke the deadlock in the 21st minute finishing off a well worked run that had Frank ‘Zaga’ Tumwesigye feeding the former for the opening goal.
Vipers SC doubled their advantage only five minutes into the second half with Ssentamu finding himself in the right place to finish off a Milton Karisa pass.
The ‘Hitman’ as popularly christened once again came punishing, getting his second of the day and Vipers’ third in the 80th minute.
The only positive for the home side came five minutes to the end of time with Ssenyonjo getting the consolation as the Purple Sharks got dumped out.
With just two points away from clinching the League title in the final five games, the Venoms will now have an eye and probably more emphasis put at winning the Stanbic Uganda Cup as well to add to the two they already have (2016 and 2021).
They join Booma FC in the semifinals. The Masindi based outfit stunned Maroons FC on Saturday to extend their fairytale run in this year’s edition.
Action continues on Monday with SC Villa hosting BUL FC at FUFA Technical Centre Njeru while Mbarara City FC will face Mbale Heroes FC on Wednesday to determine who takes the remaining two slots.
FUFA held a successful Judicial Bodies Retreat that was convened at the A’lure Suites and Hotel in Mutundwe on Friday aimed at creating a vibrant and robust judicial system meant to promote, develop as well as protecting the game of football in the country against vices.
FUFA CEO, Edgar Watson and FUFA Executive Committee Member, Ronnie Kalema having a discussion.
While presiding over the one day retreat, FUFA President Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim emphasized the importance of having the various judicial bodies working closely together to deliver fair, free and fast justice to the football stakeholders.
FUFA President, Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim.
‘As FUFA we need to build a very strong and robust judicial team that is going to compose of members and some secretariat staff. The secretariat personnel ought to be competent enough to support members who are volunteers coming from other world(s) including coming from the legal fraternity/background to try and help us take decisions. At the moment FUFA is employing two full time lawyers who are supporting the judicial bodies from a secretariat point of view; to collect the evidence, to make the communications, to make sure the rules are interpreted accordingly among others but then we rely on the judicial bodies to interpret, apply and take judicial decisions on behalf of FUFA.’ the president remarked.
Counsel Geoffrey Ojok Odur deliberating on the topics discussed at the FUFA Judicial Bodies’ retreat.
He further highlighted on the creation of the position of the chairperson of the FUFA Judicial commission by the FUFA Executive as according to the FUFA Code.
‘As FUFA, the executive we want the independence of these judicial bodies to be emphasized the decisions are taken and that is why in our code we have created the position of the chairperson of the judicial commission who is supposed to supervise the implementation of the judicial processes and ensure that there is proper review, proper decision making in accordance. Somebody who is going to be supervising and guiding the other judicial components that make the entire judicial commission of FUFA.’ He stated.
A section of members of different FUFA Judicial Bodies that attended the retreat.
Dr. Azar Taib who is the chairperson for Judicial Bodies Commission implored the participants to allow and support the different bodies charged with responsibility to work.
Dr. Azar Taib (left) having a chat with FUFA 3rd Vice President, Hon. Florence Nakiwala Kiyingi after the retreat.
“This is a voluntary responsibility and I trust that the members in this room are willing to work. Let us allow these committees to work. We can always have discussions around in case of challenges and grievances and I commit to always be around to see how we navigate. Secondly, I suggest that the secretariat should work around having us taking stock of some of these issues that come up. Members of these committees probably chairpersons (and maybe in the presence of other members) can always be meeting probably every three months to have quarterly discussions and take stock of what is happening and if need be, be reporting to the Executive on what is happening.” Dr. Azar stated.
FUFA 2nd Vice President, Darius Mugoye Kitibwa making remarks at the retreat.FUFA Legal Manager, Dennis LukambiFUFA Legal Officer, Sheebah Ampaire was the MC at the retreat.
The retreat that was coordinated by FUFA legal Manager Denis Lukambi and legal officer Sheba Ampaire discussed a range of topics ranging from Ethics and Disciplinary , Vices threatening football among others after every which the participants contributed to discussions.
The worst enemy for any athlete is Injuries. No player loves the sight of medical staff in the treatment room and let alone the rehabilitation journey. Whereas minor injuries can mean a quick recovery, more serious ones come with concerns and at times career threatening.
One of this season’s accomplished players Naome Nagadya has a testimony to this kind of life. The She Corporate FC midfielder had to take a three year sabbatical due to a persistent knee injury that bothered her for long spells until she sought for treatment.
Naome Nagadya (in red jersey) in action against UCU Lady Cardinals FC.
Not so many players regain their form after recovering from such injuries but Nagadya has been able to defy odds and become one of the key players for her club.
She Corporate FC currently leads the FUFA Women Super League table this season. She could be on a path to help her team lift their first ever league title.
She Corporate players celebrate after scoring a goal. (Credit: Kawowo Sports)
FUFA Media had a one on one chat with the creative midfielder (referred to as NN in the interview) and below is the excerpt.
FUFA Media: You got back to playing football after three years out, first of all how do you feel that you have been able to return?
NN: I am really happy that after almost three years, I was able to get back to playing football again. It is my passion and I felt I could still offer something to the game. I am really enjoying myself again and hoping for even better outings.
Naome Nagadya (right in white) in action against Buikwe She Red Stars players in red.
FUFA Media: What had forced you into retirement at a very young age?
NN: I had a recurring knee injury that kept disturbing me. I was always on and off. It made it so difficult for me to even kick a ball with ease. I could not play well. I could hardly play any football. I took a decision to rest from the game on the advice of medical personnel after getting treatment. The long helped me to recover fully and that is how I was able to return at the start of this season. It was a painful process but I am happy to be back and playing again.
Supr midfielder and leader Naome Nagadya
FUFA Media: What compelled you to return and how easy or hard has it been for you to get back?
NN: I will say the passion for the game. Some people thought I had retired but the love for football compelled me to get back and when I felt my body could still carry on, I kept believing that I would return one day after overcoming my injury concerns.
Naome Nagadya (second from right) was part of the Crested Cranes team that played at CECAFA Women’s Championship in 2016.
FUFA Media: You featured for She Corporate before temporarily quitting and now back on the same team. Did management talk to you or you approached them and how easy was it for you to rejoin?
NN: She Corporate is my home and like the old saying goes, East or West home is the best. I did not look at any other options when I felt like playing again. I talked to the Club management and they were willing to have me back. I was given a warm reception. I appreciate the Club President Richard Kawere and the CEO Mathias Kakulu for welcoming me back to the team.
She Corporate midfielder Naome Nagadya during an interview. She has been able to return from a long injury layoff and play superbly again.
FUFA Media: How were you able to get back to shape and be fit again after a long spell out without playing?
NN: Towards the end of my recovery process, I made personal efforts to train and get in good shape. I would wake up early in the morning to do road work and later hit the gym since I had put on weight. This happened for almost three months and that is how I was able to get my body in perfect condition.
Naome Nagadya (L) shares a light moment with teammates on the National Team in 2016.
FUFA Media: You got back to the team and it is performing well. What have been the push factors for this tremendous performance?
NN: The biggest factor has been hard work. We have really worked hard to reach this level. Everyone on the team from management, technical staff and the players pull strings together to make sure we achieve our target which is winning the title this season. Additionally, teamwork, commitment and discipline have helped us a lot.
Naome Nagadya (extreme right wearing shirt 8) was part of the pioneer She Corporate team.
FUFA Media: On an individual level, you have been excelling and arguably one of the best midfielders this season. What has helped you to settle in easily?
NN: I first of all thank my coaches Hassan Issa, Ronald Ojurong and Ibrahim Kibumba who have been able to get me back to playing well. They know my strength and deploy me in the position I feel comfortable. My teammates too have been helpful. Regardless of who I play alongside in the midfield, we have a good cohesion that has enabled us to overcome our opponents.
Crested Cranes starting XI against Kenya in the friendly game played in Machakos in 2016. Naome Nagadya (shirt 8) was part of the team.
FUFA Media: You were named captain of the team at the start of the season, has this driven you to work harder and have responsibility on your shoulders as a leader?
NN: Yes, it is. Being a captain means you must be exemplary to the rest of the players. You must play at your best to help the team win and indeed it has molded me into a better player.
FUFA Media: If She Corporate FC wins the league this season, would that be satisfying that you have helped the team to their first silverware in FUFA Competitions?
Naome Nagadya (in white jersey) attempts to stop Damalie Matama of Kampala Queens.
NN: Absolutely, because I was part of the team at its inception and we came close to winning the League in 2016 only to lose in the final. We also reached the final of the FUFA Women Super Cup the following year but still lost. I would be glad if we won this year’s League title which will be the first in our history.
Naome Nagadya (second from right of the front row) was part of the Crested Cranes team that played at CECAFA Women’s Championship in 2016 at the FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.
FUFA Media: Now that you are back, do you have plans and ambitions of getting back to the National Team with the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations around the corner?
NN: It is one of my targets. I have previously played on the National Team and I believe if I keep working hard and impressing the coaches, I can bounce back. However the coaches have the final say on the kind of squad they need for the National team.
Captain Naome Nagadya (second from right) poses with match officials and Olila captain before kickoff.
Naome Nagadya at a glance Name: Naome Nagadya Nickname: Midfield General Shirt number: 6 Position: Central Midfielder Attributes: Passing and Shooting Date of Birth: 5th, May 1996 Current Club: She Corporate FC Schools Attended: Primary: Family Primary School, Kasubi (2002-2008) Secondary: Masaka SS (2009-2014)
FUFA Club Licensing is a tool for both the development and benchmarking of professional football clubs. Under the Club Licensing System clubs ought to comply with certain criteria to participate in FUFA sanctioned competitions.
The exercise makes sure that clubs comply with the criteria before they are issued with licenses to play at the start of every season.
Some of the key areas in Club Licensing include; Sporting, Finance, Administration and Personnel, Structure and Legal plus Infrastructure
With the 2021/22 season coming to an end, FUFA thought it wise to prepare Clubs in the StarTimes Premier League early enough for next season.
FUFA and the Clubs met on Thursday to deliberate on a number of areas that need emphasis in the Licensing exercise and the FUFA Clubs Pro Agenda.
Club officials listening attentively during the meeting.
Rogers Mulindwa, the FUFA Club Licensing Committee Chairman who is also a member of the FUFA EXCO highlighted the importance of the meeting and why it was important to have the engagement early enough.
FUFA Executive Committee Member Rogers Mulindwa making his remarks during the workshop
“We chose to have an early engagement with clubs to prepare them for next season. This is different from the previous years where we wait for the season to end and then start engaging clubs. We have taken them through a number of issues as per the resolutions of the FUFA EXCO which sat recently for instance change of names of clubs,” he started before adding. “We have also talked about issues like marketing. How can clubs make money, we need more sponsors into our league and clubs must be part of this process.”
Inorder to make strides, Mulindwa believes both the Club Licensing and FUFA Clubs Pro Agenda must be fulfilled to the dot if professionalism is to be attained.
Rogers Mulindwa, FUFA Executive Committee Member
“The Club Pro Agenda is a tool that helps us to set standards and if we need to make strides, clubs must oblige. The time of being soft on some clubs is behind us. We now want to avoid the scenario of having clubs that fail even on the basic so that we move in the same direction.” He added.
KCCA FC CEO, Anisha Muhoozi who attended the meeting lauded FUFA for making early preparations and believes this will help to avoid some of the challenges.
Anisha Muhoozi, KCCA FC Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
“The discussion we held has been fruitful. These are some of the things FUFA has been preaching to us everywhere. The strategy is very good and this time round the Federation wants clubs to prepare quite early so that we avoid scenarios of having the League kickoff delayed or starting without some teams.” She said.
Joel Aita, the Arua Hill SC Chairman asserted that this is the only way clubs will achieve professionalism and therefore must fullfil the standards.
Arua Hill SC Chairman, Joel Aita
“This is a very important process for every club because for you to be professional, you must have all those systems in place. Some may look difficult to achieve but you have to start. If you look elsewhere, the same exercise has been followed and helped their leagues to improve.” Aita stated.
The same arrangement was extended to the teams in the StarTimes FUFA Big League that are on the verge of earning promotion next season.
Officials from Kyetume FC, Maroons FC, Blacks Power FC and Kataka FC met with FUFA later in the day.
A similar workshop has been scheduled for clubs playing in the FUFA Women Super League and this will take place on Friday, 23rd April 2022 at FUFA Complex.
Club officials that attended Paul Mukembo – (CEO) Gaddafi FC Edrine Ochieng – (President) Gaddafi FC Sula Kamoga – (CEO) Wakiso Giants FC Joel Aita – (Chairman) Arua Hill SC Bernard Bainamani – (CEO) UPL Col. JM Ssemanda – (Chairman) UPDF FC Allan Munaaba – (CEO) URA FC Paul Kabaikaramu – UPL League Manager Musa Ssebulime – (Club Director) Wakiso Giants FC Joseph Mutaka – (CEO) BUL FC Anisha Muhoozi – (CEO) KCCA FC Ronald Barente – (Chairman). BUL FC Mathias Mugwanya – (CEO) Soltilo Bright Stars FC Isaac Mwesigwa – (CEO) Express FC Edison Sabasaba – (CEO) Onduparaka FC Diana Hope Nyago – (Chairperson) Busoga United FC Hassan Lule – (Chairman) Wakiso Giants FC Simon Peter Njuba -(CEO) Vipers SC Derrick Lule -(CEO) Busoga United FC
Total Energies AFCON Qualifiers 2023 Group F Algeria Uganda Niger Tanzania
Uganda Senior Men’s National Football Team has learnt its opponents for the Total Energies Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers Cote D’Ivoire 2023.
In the draw held on Tuesday, 19th April 2022, the Uganda Cranes have been pitted in Group F against Algeria, Niger and neighbors Tanzania.
Coach Milutin Sredojevic aka Micho has made assessment of Uganda Cranes opponents ahead of the games that will start in June.
Uganda Cranes head coach Milutin Sredojevic conducting a training session.
The Serbian tactician believes his charges are pooled in one of the toughest groups in the qualifying phase.
“The long wait is finally over. I personally believe we are in a competitive group and one of the strongest groups. Both Niger and Tanzania have had representatives in the group stages of the CAF Club competitions this season while Algeria were winners of Africa Cup of Nations in 2019 and recent winners of the FIFA Arab Cup,” he stated before adding, “Someone would look at Algeria as group favorites but in modern football there are no small teams because gaps in African football have been reduced.”
Micho is aware the three Nations pose different challenges and thus different approaches must be implemented.
Uganda Cranes Head Coach Milutin Sredojevic
“We are facing teams with different approaches including two Francophone countries in Algeria and Niger then CECAFA opponent in Tanzania. Algeria have had disappointments recently not making it out of the group stage at the last Africa Cup of Nations and conceding a late goal to miss out on qualifying for the World Cup. So these Qualifiers will be a chance to redeem themselves,” Micho stated.
“Niger is a team with so many players abroad and very competitive. They have been to three of the last five Africa Cup of Nations editions. So many Ugandans would welcome the chance of playing Tanzania but it is a tricky opponent. They will have two teams in CAF Champions League next season, Simba FC is still doing well in CAF Confederation Cup and they have good players abroad. In the 2019 Qualifiers, we only got one point from Tanzania and therefore we need to respect them.” He added.
Micho who was the helm as Uganda qualified for the 2017 AFCON edition in Gabon therefore calls upon all stakeholders to play their part in aiding the Uganda Cranes to achieving the target of returning to the continental showpiece.
Coach Micho talking to defender Bevis Mugabi.
“I’m calling upon every stakeholder, all the technical people and all of us in FUFA to have good organization and detailed strategic plan on how we shall approach these games. I’m also calling upon the players who are the producers of results that this is the chance to show that you have what it takes to go back to the Africa Cup of Nations.”
The Qualifiers for the 2023 edition that will be hosted in Ivory Coast are expected to get underway in June this year but CAF will release the fixtures and exact dates at a later date.
Total Energies AFCON Cote D’Ivoire Qualifiers 2023 Group F Algeria Uganda Niger Tanzania
Uganda Senior Men’s National Football Team has learnt its opponents for the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers Cote D’Ivoire 2023.
Uganda Cranes XI Vs Kenya
In the draw held on Tuesday, 19th April 2022, the Uganda Cranes have bern pitted in Group F against Algeria, Niger and neighbours Tanzania.
Algeria have won the coveted title twice with the last coming three years ago in Egypt and this will be the first time Uganda is facing the North African outfit in AFCON Qualifiers since 1999.
For neighbors Tanzania, the most recent competitive engagement came on the road to qualifying for AFCON 2019 where Uganda emerged table leaders in the group that also had Cape Verde and Lesotho.
Midfielder Moses Waiswa (left) had colourful moments on his senior national team debut against Tanzania in 2018.
The most recent encounter against Niger, the other Group F opponent came in 2018 in a friendly match that the West African Nation won 2-1.
However, the most memorable game against Niger for Uganda came in the 2008 AFCON Qualifiers when the latter won 3-0 at Mandela National Stadium courtesy of David Obua’s hat trick.
David Obua scored a hat trick against Niger.
The Qualifiers for the 2023 edition that will be hosted in Ivory Coast are expected to get underway in June this year but CAF will release the fixtures and exact dates at a later date.
FUFA Women Super League Matchday 11 Saturday Results Kampala Queens FC 1-0 She Maroons FC Rines SS WFC 0-2 Uganda Martyrs WFC Lady Doves FC 1-1 UCU Lady Cardinals FC
Kampala Queens FC and Uganda Martyrs WFC won their respective games over the weekend to cut the gap between them and table leaders She Corporate to three points.
With She Corporate out of action this weekend, both Kampala Queens and Uganda Martyrs seized the opportunity to close in and give their title ambitions a shot in the arm.
Kampala Queens edged bottom placed She Maroons, winning 1-0 at IUIU Ground, Kabojja on Saturday.
Winger Zaina Nandede scored the solitary goal to guide the Hamza Lutalo coached side to victory.
Zaina Nandede (middle) celebrates after scoring against She Maroons.
They currently sit third on the log with 19 points, same as Uganda Martyrs who are a place above because of a better goal difference.
Uganda Martyrs defeated Rines SS WFC 2-0 at Kabaka Kyabaggu Stadium in Wakiso thanks to Elizabeth Nakigozi who bagged a brace.
Elizabeth Nakigozi (blue and white) scored a brace for Uganda Martyrs WFC.
UCU Lady Cardinals lost ground in the chase for the title after playing out a one all draw with Lady Doves at Katusabe Stadium in Masindi.
Spencer Nakacwa had given Lady Doves the lead in the 49th minute but UCU Lady Cardinals found the equalizer through an own goal by Olivia Babirye.
Lady Doves FC.
The University side are now 4th on the table with 18 points while Lady Doves remained in 7th position with 10 points
The League will take a two-week break to allow the Uganda Secondary School Games take place in Gulu City.
UgandaCranes Regional Tour Saturday, 16th April 2022 Kampala Region Select 1-3 UgandaCranes
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Uganda Cranes put up a fantastic display to brush aside Kampala Select Team in the Region Tour game played on Saturday at St. Mbaga Major Seminary, Ggaba.
Match Officials pose for a photo before kickoff.
Right from onset, the national team was dominant and eventually went ahead to claim a 3-1 win on a chilly evening.
Uganda Cranes players celebrate after scoring one of the goals.
Hakim Kiwanuka bagged a brace while Martin Kizza added the other goal to guide the National Team to victory.
Hakim Kiwanuka celebrates after scoring the opening goal.
The consolation goal for Kampala Region Select Team came in the second half from diminutive forward Denis Olara.
Uganda Cranes started the better side, dominating proceedings and making several inroads at goal.
The first attempt at goal came from Joseph Marvin Youngman in the 6th minute when he tried to shoot from far but goalkeeper Ronald Kabirinage was equal to the effort.
Uganda Cranes midfielder Joseph Marvin Youngman
Kizza and Miya too came close to opening the scores but failed to connect home in turns.
The deadlock was eventually broken in the 20th minute when Kiwanuka headed home from Farouk Miya’s well delivered corner kick.
Seven minutes later, Kizza doubled Cranes’ advantage, when his strike at the edge of the box slipped through the goalkeeper’s hands to find the back of the net.
Martin Kizza in action against Kampala Region Select Team.
Solomon Walusimbi nearly pulled one back for the hosts but he was unlucky with attempt parried away by goalkeeper Nafian Alionzi only to hit the goal post before going out.
In the 38th minute, the duo of Kiwanuka and Miya once again combined to deliver the third goal for Uganda Cranes.
Farouk Miya attempts to shoot.
Miya this time delivered from the free kick finding Kiwanuka in the area who headed home at the near post to give Uganda Cranes a comfortable 3-0 lead heading into the break.
At the start of the second half, Kampala Region Select Team coach Michael Lukyamuzi made three changes calling off Lam Dew, Jamir Muhusin and John Ben Nakibinge for Bruno Mukwaya, Mike Mbuga and Albert Kitenge.
Action between Kampala Region Select and Uganda Cranes.
There was realistic improvement for the home side and indeed contained Uganda Cranes denying them the chance to add any goal in the second half.
Cranes coach Milutin Sredojevic alias Micho also made changes bringing on Sharik Ssaka, Ezra Kaye Kizito, Emmanuel Mukisa and Michael Siwu for Miya, Kiwanuka, Kizza and Aliro.
With ten minutes to the end, Kampala Region got its consolation through Olara who ran behind Musa Ramathan to slot past on rushing goalkeeper Alionzi.
Micho indicated the two games played including the one against Buganda Masaza Select Team on Friday helped him to create a bigger pool for the Uganda Cranes upcoming engagements.
“We mainly considered players from the FUFA Big League to widen the pool that will help us in getting the team for CHAN Qualifiers. The two games played have been a big test to these players and several positives have been picked.” He said.
Uganda Cranes Starting XI Nafian Alionzi, Brian Mato, Derrick Ndahiro, Joseph Bright Vuni, Musa Ramathan, Joseph Marvin Youngman, Martin Kizza , James Begisa, Hakim Kiwanuka, Farouk Miya, Moses Aliro
Substitutes James Wokorach, Ivan Serubiri, Michael Siwu, Ezra Kaye Kizito, Emmanuel Mukisa, Francis Odongo, Sabir Andama, Clinton Kamugisha, Michael Siwu, Steven Namisi, Sharif Ssaka
KampalaRegion Select Starting XI Ronald Kabirinage, Edward Masembe, Morris Makanga, Lam Dew, Garvin Mubutu, Jamir Muhusin, Juma Kasozi, Solomon Wafula, Tevin Kyeyune, Denis Olara, John Ben Nakibinge
Substitutes Michael Okiria, Isham Kibirige, Ivan Kamoga, Alvin Birungi, Alex Mawanda, Bruno Mukwaya, Julius Magu, Farouk Ssekayi, Hamza Lutaaya, Shem Juuko, Mike Mbuga, Albert Kitenge, Junior Luben Lubwama, Dan Kazibwe, Issac Ofoywroth
Uganda Cranes nicked a hard fought 2-1 win over Buganda Masaza Select Team on Friday in a practice game played at Kabaka Kyabaggu Stadium,Wakiso.
A goal in either half from Captain of the day Farouk Miya and substitute Sharif Ssaka guided the Cranes to victory.
Farouk Miya vies for the ball against Buganda Masaza Select players.
Buganda Masaza Select Team got their consolation at the start of the second half through Abdallah Ssentongo.
In a closely contested encounter, Uganda Cranes made a cautious approach at the start with the Buganda Masaza Select Team asking questions to the delight of a sizeable crowd that came out to watch the game.
However, it was the National Team that got the first attempt at goal two minutes after kickoff but Martin Kizza fired into the side net.
Joseph Marvin Youngman shields the ball away from his opponent.
On the other hand, Buganda Masaza Select Team made several inroads but lacked the much required calmness to break Uganda Cranes’ backline.
It was Miya who broke the deadlock in the 18th minute when Moses Aliro’s well delivered cross found him unmarked inside the area and he did no mistake to fire home.
Farouk Miya (in white) gave Uganda Cranes the lead.
Hakim Kiwanuka nearly doubled Uganda Cranes lead six minutes later when he beat his man for pace on the left flank but the attempt from outside the box went a few inches off target.
Hakim Kiwanuka attempts to shoot.
There was another chance for Uganda Cranes before the break off a quick break but Kiwanuka’s cross was too early for Kizza who was arriving at the far post.
At the end of the second half, coach Milutin Sredojevic made changes bringing on a new team.
Denis Otim, Brian Mato, Derrick Ndahiro, Ronald Owing, Steven Namisi, Sabir Andama, Francis Odongo, Emmanuel Mukisa, Clinton Komugisha, Sharif Saaka and Ezra Kaye all came on.
Three minutes upon restart, Ssentongo rose high to node home a well delivered corner kick by Ben Nakibinge’s to level matters.
Substitute Saaka helped Uganda Cranes to regain their lead powering home a header off a perfect cross from Brian Mato.
Uganda Cranes made a forced substitution with goalkeeper Otim brought off after sustaining an injury. He was replaced by Jeans Wokorach.
With 4 minutes to the end of the game, midfielder Francis Odongo was sent off for a second bookable offence but the Cranes held on to win the game.
The coach was impressed with the performance of the team and indicated the Buganda Masaza Select Team gave his charges a good test.
“It was a good test for the team. We faced a team that really put up a spirited fight. There were positives picked and I hope we can keep improving. Some of the players were making their first appearance for the National Team but they showed great character.” He said.
Uganda Cranes will now shift focus to Saturday (tomorrow) where they play another build up game against the Kampala Region Select Team at St. Mbaga Major Seminary.
Uganda Cranes Starting XI Nafian Alionzi(GK), James Begisa Mpenza, Abdul Aziizi Kayondo, Joseph Bright Vuni, Musa Ramathan, Joseph Youngman, Hakim Kiwanuka, Farouk Miya (C), Martin Kizza, Moses Aliro
Substitutes Denis Otim, Jeans Wokorach, Brian Mato, Derrick Ndahiro, Ronald Owing, Steven Namisi, Sabir Andama, Francis Odongo, Emmanuel Mukisa, Clinton Komugisha, Sharif Saaka and Ezra Kaye
Buganda Masaza Select Starting XI Tonny Atugonza, Abdallah Ssentongo, Gideon Odongo, Arnold Odongo, Godfrey Arijole, Ismail Ramatala, Isaac Musiima, Sharif Ssengendo, Kennedy Kimera, John Ben Nakibinge, Isaac Ofoywroth
Substitutes Michael Lutaaya, Angelo Kizza, John Kalema, Said Mayanja, Brian Omirambe, Gabriel Eragu, Jovan Mawejje, Joel Opio, Charles Batiibwe, Felix Wafula, Bernard Alijuna, Kenneth Sekalya, Akram Muzanyi
FUFA Women Super League Wednesday Results She Corporate FC 1-1 Rines SS WFC Olila High School WFC 1-0 Uganda Martyrs WFC
Thursday Result FC Tooro Queens 0-1 Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC
Matchday 11 of the FUFA Women Super League started with surprises especially for the title chasing teams, failing to secure maximum points.
Table leaders She Corporate FC failed to negotiate past a resilient Rines side in the game played on Wednesday at MUBS Arena, Nakawa.
Phiona Nabbumba (in purple jersey) vies for the ball with Shakira Nalule (Photo by Ismail Mulangwa).
Despite taking the lead through Favor Nambatya who converted from the spot after a foul on Ronah Regina Nantege in the box, the Sharks failed to hold onto the lead allowing Rines SS to fight back.
Second half substitute Yuster Kayesu headed home at the hour mark to help Rines salvage a point and move off the base of the table.
Rines SS WFC players celebrate after scoring (Photo by Ismail Mulangwa)
The Wakiso based outfit is now second from bottom on 7 points, one ahead of She Maroons FC.
She Corporate FC on the other hand kept their unbeaten and remained top of the log with 25 points.
In Soroti, Olila High School WFC defeated Uganda Martyrs WFC to put a halt on their recent incredible run that had seen them win three games on the bounce.
Grace Aluka scored from the spot to guide Olila to victory and take his scoring tally to 7. She currently leads the scoring charts.
Grace Aluka leading the scoring charts with 7 goals.
The result meant Uganda Martyrs dropped from 2nd to 3rd on 19 points same as Kampala Queens who have a better goal difference. Olila on the other side remained 5th with 15 points.
Kawempe Muslim Ladies who had failed to win in their last three outings edged FC Tooro Queens at Buhinga Stadium in Fort Portal City to return to winning ways.
Skipper Aisha Nantongo scored the lone goal of the game to help the Valley Warriors claim their 4th win of the season. They stay put in 6th place on 14 points.
Captains’ Battle: Aisha Nantongo (red) goes past Jolly Kobusinge of Tooro Queens.
FC Tooro Queens on the other hand continue to struggle, having managed just one win from 11 games this season and currently 7th on the table with just 9 points.
Matchday 11 action will continue on Saturday with three games on card. Wounded Uganda Martyrs WFC visit Rines SS WFC, Lady Doves will be at home to UCU Lady Cardinals in a repeat of last season’s final while bottom placed She Maroons make a trip to Kabojja to face Kampala Queens.
Uganda Cranes Regional Tour Kampala Region Select Team vs Uganda Cranes Saturday, 16th April 2022|4PM St. Mbaga Major Seminary, Ggaba
Build up Match:Uganda Cranes vs Buganda Masaza SelectTeam
Date: 15th April 2022
Time: 4pm
Venue: Kabaka Kyabaggu Stadium, Wakisha- Wakiso
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Uganda Cranes head coach Milutin Sredojevic alias Micho has summoned a squad of 24 players to feature in the Cranes Regional Tour match against Kampala Region Select Team at St. Mbaga Major Seminary, Ggaba on Saturday, 16th April 2022.
The squad named is a blend of players featuring in the StarTimes Uganda Premier League and StarTimes FUFA Big League.
The duo of defenders Abdul Aziizi Kayondo and Musa Ramathan who are bound to join Czech Republic outfit MFK Vyskov are also part of the squad.
Abdul Aziizi Kayondo in action against Rwanda last year
The team will assemble at Cranes Paradise Hotel,Kisaasi on Friday (tomorrow at 10am) and have a trial match at later in the day against the Buganda Masaza Select side, at Kabaka Kyabaggu Stadium, Wakiso.
Farouk Miya (Shirt 10) captained Uganda Cranes against Buganda Region Select Team last month in Mityana.
All the aforementioned arrangements are aimed at getting the team ready for the forthcoming continental engagements that include the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers and 2023 African Nations Championship (CHAN).
Squad summoned
Goalkeepers Nafian Alionzi (URA FC), Dennis Otim (Express FC), Jeans Wokorach (Ndejje University FC)
Defenders James Begisa Mpenza (UPDF FC), Abdul Aziizi Kayondo (Vyskov FC), Brian Mato (Proline FC), Derrick Ndahiro (URA FC), Steven Namisi (Kataka FC), Joseph Bright Vuni (Arua Hill SC), Musa Ramathan (Vyskov FC), Ronald Owing (Calvary FC)
Midfielders Ivan Serubiri (URA FC), Marvin Youngman (Soltilo Bright Stars FC), Francis Odongo (Kataka FC), Sabir Andama (Calvary FC), Emmanuel Mukisa (Kataka FC), Hakim Kiwanuka (Proline FC), Martin Kizza(Express FC)
Forwards Rashid Kawawa (Arua Hill SC), Moses Aliro (Wakiso Giants FC), Farouk Miya (Lyviv), Michael Siwu (Blacks Power FC), Sharif Ssaka (Kyetume FC), Ezra Kaye Kizito (Kyetume FC)
Luweero United Vs Ndejje University FC- Kosovo Grounds, Luweero
Kataka FC Vs Blacks Power – Mbale Municipal Stadium, Mbale
It seems not over especially in the top promotion slots as teams scramble for the top three promotional positions to the StarTimes Uganda Premier League and others struggling to keep their positions in the StarTimes FUFA Big League.
Kataka FC Vs Blacks Power
This is a clash of the titans as the two table leaders tussle it out at the Mbale Municipal Stadium. Of the 18 games played, both teams have 35 points with the same goal difference (16) but separated by goals scored as Kataka has scored 33, one better than Blacks Power. The winner of Thursday’s clash will have clear chances of promotion to the top-tier League.
Kyetume Vs Proline
Both teams have a reason to fight tooth and nail to secure maximum points with the host eyeing the top three positions to see them to the StarTimes Uganda Premier League and the Visitors struggling to stay in the StarTimes FUFA Big League. The Nakisunga based side is third on the log with 34 points while Proline is 9th with 22 points. This is the only chance for Proline to survive relegation and any blunder will lead them to the third division League come next season.
Maroons FC Vs MYDA
The Prisons side needs to register maximum points against already relegated MYDA to clear chances of promotion to the StarTmes Uganda Premier League.
Luweero United Vs Ndejje University In other relegation encounters Luweero United hosts Ndejje University in a Luweero Derby at the Kosovo Grounds in Luweero. The Kosovo boys sit 8th on the table after collecting 22 points while visiting Ndejje is 9th with just a point separating the two teams. The victor of the two will stand more chances of surviving relegation.
Kitara FC Vs Calvary
This is another relegation six pointer with both Kitara and Calvary still engulfed in the survival fight.
FUFA Women Super League Matchday 11 Wednesday 13th April 2022
Olila High School WFC vs Uganda Martyrs WFC- Soroti Stadium|4PM
She Corporate FC vs Rines SS WFC- MUBS Arena, Nakawa|4PM
Thursday 14th April 2022
FC Tooro Queens FC vs Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC- Buhinga Stadium|4PM
The title race continues to get interesting with all the four teams in contention not relenting on their efforts to get the coveted prize at the end of the season.
Table leaders She Corporate and the chasing group consisting of Uganda Martyrs WFC, Kampala Queens FC and UCU Lady Cardinals FC treat every next game as a final with no intention to drop points.
As matchday 11 gets underway this Wednesday, both She Corporate and Uganda Martyrs will be looking at collecting maximum points.
The Sharks will be at home to Rines SS WFC while Uganda Martyrs make a daunting trip to Soroti to face tricky Olila High School WFC.
She Corporate earned a hard-fought 2-0 win over Kawempe Muslim over the weekend to start the second round on a high and maintain their unbeaten run.
She Corporate defeated Kawempe Muslim over the weekend.
The Nakawa based outfit has won 7 games and drawn the other three. With 24 points garnered, they are five adrift of second placed Uganda Martyrs but the latter have a game in hand.
One of the three draws for She Corporate came away to Rines SS WFC in the first leg, a game where they created numerous scoring opportunities but failed to put them away.
Therefore, the target on Wednesday will be to avoid a similar occurrence against Rines who are bottom of the table with just 6 points.
The other game on Wednesday will see on form Uganda Martyrs face Olila High School. The Kiddawalime Girls have won their last three games, defeating Kawempe Muslim, UCU Lady Cardinals and Lady Doves FC.
Uganda Martyrs WFC
With goalkeeper Daisy Nakaziro getting clearance to feature for the School side, her long awaited debut could come against Olila.
Olila on the other hand will hope leading goal scorer Grace Aluka with six goals continues with her brilliant run.
Grace Aluka of Olila High School WFC has six goals this season.
She scored in the reverse fixture but Uganda Martyrs rallied back to win 2-1.
On Thursday, struggling Kawempe Muslim Ladies who recently lost to She Corporate will be seeking for redemption on road to Tooro Queens at Buhinga Stadium.
Uganda’s top two women leagues are set to benefit from the latest FIFA supported programme dubbed the ‘FUFA League Development Project.’
The project-an initiative by FUFA and presented to FIFA is aimed at developing women league football and other areas of the game in the Country.
FUFA looked at the many women football support programmes FIFA had and selected the one designed for League Development.
FUFA has already benefitted from another programme-the Club Licensing workshop for women football clubs in the FUFA Women Super League and Women Elite League. It was held last year at Jevine Hotel, in Lubaga.
The two year League Development project will be launched in Uganda on 30th April 2022 in Mukono.
FIFA women football experts Zimbabwean Violet Jubane and Thuba Sibanda will attend the launch to climax with a FUFA Women Super League match between UCU Lady Cardinals and Olila High School at the Uganda Christian University Grounds in Mukono.
Women’s football will benefit from the League Development Project to be launched on 30th April 2022.
The FUFA Deputy CEO in charge of Football Decolas Kiiza is delighted about the latest development.
‘FUFA initiated the programme after looking at the various support programmes FIFA had. The support from FIFA is always geared towards women football development. It is such support that has helped women football grow in leaps and bounds in the country. The success story of women football in Uganda is heavily attributed to the deliberate programmes designed by both FIFA and FUFA for the girl child. We hope to benefit from yet another programme’ said Kiiza.
Decolas Kiiza, Deputy CEO in charge of Football
During the launch, FIFA will hand over the package officially to FUFA which will be received on the same day by the clubs.
The Project will also target key areas aimed at improving women football in capacity building courses and technical expertise.
The two leagues- FUFA Women Super League and FUFA Women Elite League will be considered for this project’ noted Kiiza.
The FUFA Women Football Development Officer Joan Namusisi will be the Project coordinator.
Joan Namusisi-FUFA Women Football Development Officer
The Objectives of the project
To increase the number of girls and women playing football.
To improve the quality and quantity of human resources involved in football.
To increase the visibility and profile of women football.
To extend equipment support to clubs in the leagues.
FIFA Women football Support to FUFA since 2013
FIFA Com-Unity Women Football in 2014-resolutions from this seminar led to the birth of various football activities including the start of the top flight women’s league
Live Your Goals aimed at giving the girl child a chance to play football between the age of 6-16 years
Football Equipment support- football boots, shin guards, jerseys, balls, nets
Football Courses in refereeing, administration, coaching, Club Licensing
FIFA Covid Relief fund to Women football clubs and Member Associations in Uganda
In 2014, the FIFA Live Your Goals Proramme was launched to help young girls play football
Another eye catching action packed weekend it was for a number of Ugandan players in the diaspora.
As usual 102.1 fm’s Ronald Lusulire followed them up to find out who was in and who was out.
Kenya
Forward William Wadri scored in the 31st minute as his Bandari FC beat Nzoia Sugar 2-1 on the road in the Kenya Premier League. His fellow countryman Umar Kasumba also started while right back Rogers Aloro wasn’t in the match day squad.
Peter Lwasa started as his Gor Mahia FC side drew goaless at Tusker FC. Left back Fred Nkata wasn’t in the match day squad for the visitors.
Tunisia
Defender Richard Kasagga was solid in defence as his Olympique Beja drew goalless at home against Monastir in the Tunisia Premier League.
Richard Kasagga standing second from left.
Scotland
Bevis Mugabi played full time at right back as Motherwell FC drew 2-2 at Livingston.
Bevis Mugabi
Israel
Timothy Awany played fulltime in defence as his Ashdod FC beat Maccabi Petach Tikva 1-0 at home in the Ligat Ha’al relegation round.
Timothy Awany (in white) vies for the ball with Luwagga Kizito in a previous game.
William Luwagga Kizito was an unused substitute as Nof Hagalil lost 2-0 at home against Bnei Jerusalem in the relegation round.
Bayo Fahad came on in the 71st minute for Moura Ali as his Bnei Sakhnin drew 1-1 at home against Netanya in the Championship round.
Czech Republic
Isaac Muleme played fulltime and was also booked in the 30th minute as his Zizkov side lost 3-0 at home to Brno in the second division.
Sweden
Ronald Mukiibi came on in the 65th minute for Granath as his Degerfors side lost their second straight game 2-1 at home to BK Hacken in the Allsvenskun.
David Owori was an unused substitute as his Utsiktens BK beat Brommapjkarna 3-2 at home in the Supprettan.
Tanzania
Taddeo Lwanga wasn’t in the match day squad as his Simba SC drew goaless at Polisi FC.
Tadeo Lwanga in action for Simba Sports Club against AS Vita
Portugal
Edrisa Lubega wasn’t in the match day squad as his Estrela drew goaless at Benfica B in the division 2.
South Africa
Denis Onyango who is still injured wasn’t in the match day squad as his Mamelodi Sundowns ejected Summerfield Dynamos 5-0 at home in the Nedbank cup.
Moses Waiswa was an unused substitute as his Supersport United side bowed out of the Nedbank cup 3-2 on penalties at Tshakhuma following a two all draw in normal time.
Zambia
Hashim Sempala was in as his Kabwe Worriors side beat Nkwazi 2-0 at home.
Goalkeeper Yasin Mugabi was an unused substitute as his Red Arrows side drew 1-1 at home against Zanaco.
England
Forward Uche Mubiru Ikpeauzi came on in stoppage time for Hugill as his Cardiff side beat Reading 2-1 on the road on the Championship.
Jordan Obita was an unused substitute as his Wycombe Wanderers drew 1-1 at Gillingham in the league one. Wycombe Wanderers got a red card in this encounter.
Ibra Sekajja featured as his Dulwich Hamlet side lost 2-0 at home against Oxford City in the National League south.
Denmark
Moses Opondo was introduced at the start of second half for Sigurdarson as his Horsens side drew goaless at home against Fredericia in the second tier championship round.
Robert Kakeeto featured as his Skive side lost 3-2 at home against Hellerup in the third tier.
Serbia
Pius Obuya featured as his Kabel Novi Sad side lost 4-0 at Javor in the second tier.
Germany
Herbert Bochorn was an unused substitute as his Bochum side drew goaless at home against Bayer Leverkusen in the Bundesliga.
Upcoming fixtures
Monday 11th April 2022.
Charles Lukwago and his St.George side visit Dire Dawa in Ethiopia.
Joseph Mpande and Moses Oloya will be in action as their Haiphong FC side visit Binh Dinh in the Vietnam cup.
Tuesday 12th April 2022
Derrick Nsibambi and his team Sebeta host Ethiopian Coffee.
Wednesday, 14th April 2022
Robert Odongkara and his team Wolkite Ketema host Bahir Dar Kenema.
