FUFA: Federation of Uganda Football Associations

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  • FIFA Council Member Amaju Pinnick praises FUFA President for visionary leadership

    FIFA Council Member Amaju Pinnick praises FUFA President for visionary leadership

    FIFA Council Member Amaju Pinnick was full of praise for FUFA President Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim for his able leadership that has witnessed the growth and development of football in Uganda.

    Pinnick who was in Uganda for a working visit in his capacity as a FIFA Council member lauded FUFA for the commitment and dedication towards developing, promoting and protecting football.

    “What FUFA has been doing under the leadership of my friend Moses Magogo is beyond imagination. You can see there is a plan for developing football and I’m confident they can reach those goals in the near future,” he stated in a press conference organized at Mandela National Stadium on Tuesday.

    “For us who have had a chance to work closely with him know how intelligent he is. When he sees something good, he comes to you and asks what it takes to do it. The next thing you know, he has implemented it in Uganda and working perfectly well.”

    Pinnick was impressed that FUFA owns a radio and Television station, citing the critical role such outlets play in promoting football.

    “At FIFA, we highly value the role media plays in promoting the game and you see how many journalists are accredited to cover our events and tournaments. So for FUFA to own both radio and Television stations is incredible. I toured their studios and also got informed that they are broadcasting the ongoing AFCON Qualifiers here. This is a great move from FUFA and not so many Federations across the world have been able to do this.” Pinnick noted.

    The experienced football administrator who watched Uganda Cranes taking on Congo on Monday was impressed with the performance and believes the team has what it takes to compete at the big stage.

    “I was here and watched the game. I must say I’m impressed with the quality of players Uganda has especially the left back who was outstanding. Uganda has the ability to compete against any other team.” He added.

    FUFA President who also attended the Press Conference thanked Pinnick for visiting Uganda and appreciated FIFA for always extending support to Uganda.

    ”As FUFA, we are extremely delighted to host Mr. Amaju Pinnick in Uganda. He is an experienced football administrator who is passionate for the game. We are thankful to FIFA and the Leadership of President Gianni Infantino who have always supported FUFA and Uganda whenever we approach them.” The President stated.

    From Uganda, Pinnick will visit Tanzania, Ethiopia and Botswana to continue with his supervisory duties.

  • AFCON Qualifiers 2025: Uganda Cranes overcome Congo to take pole position in Group K

    AFCON Qualifiers 2025: Uganda Cranes overcome Congo to take pole position in Group K

    Uganda Cranes continued with their brillant start to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers after picking maximum points against Congo on Monday at Mandela National Stadium.

    In the game played under the floodlights and watched by a capicty crowd, Uganda secured a 2-0 win to compliment the 2-2 draw from the fist game against South Africa.

    A goal in either half from defender Abdu Aziizi Kayondo and substitute Jude Ssemugabi ensured Uganda sailed to victory.

    Coach Paul Put made two changes from the team that had started against South Africa last week with Kenneth Semakula starting at right back in place of Elvis Bwomono and Shaban Muhammad ahead of Steven Mukwala.

    Uganda’s first attempt at goal came in the 15th minute through Rogers Mato who dashed into the area after receiving a long pass from Ronald Ssekiganda but the former failed to find the back of the net.

    Five minutes later, Kayondo opened the scores with his swerving cross finding its way into the back of the net to send fans into a frenzy.

    The roving left back was at it again in the 25th minute when he made a lunge bursting run into the box but his cross didn’t find any teammate.

    Mato too had a chance to double our advantage when he beat his opponent on the left wing but his low drive missed the target by a few inches.

    Shaban was substituted in the 43rd minute after pulling a muscle and was replaced by Ssemugabi.

    In the second half, coach Put made changes bringing on Halidi Lwaliwa for Elio Capradossi and Allan Okello for Travis Mutyaba.

    Okello made an instant impact and created the second goal in the 87th minute scored by Ssemugabi.

    The creative dynamo made a run on the right, dashed inside and laid up Ssemugabi with the outside of his left boot. The former was well stationed to connect home and seal the win.

    Victory means Uganda has four points from two games and will face South Sudan in a double header next month.

    Uganda Cranes Starting XI
    Isima Watenga, Kenneth Semakula, Abdu Aziiizi Kayondo, Bevis Mugabi, Elio Capradossi, Khalid Aucho, Ronald Ssekiganda, Travis Mutyaba, Denis Omedi, Muhammad Shaban, Rogers Mato

    Substitutes
    Nafian Alionzi, Charles Lukwago, James Penz Begisa, Halidi Lwaliwa, Joel Sserunjogi, Allan Okello, Steven Mukwala, Joseph Ochaya, Isaac Muleme, Calvin Kabuye, Joachiam Ojera

  • Coach Paul Put and Captain Khalid Aucho address media ahead of Congo match

    Coach Paul Put and Captain Khalid Aucho address media ahead of Congo match

    Uganda Cranes Head Coach Paul Put and captain Khalid Aucho addressed the media on Sunday ahead of TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations Qualfier match against Congo at Mandela National Stadium on Monday.

    The gaffer and skipper spoke with confidence ahead of Monday game indicating the target is securing maximum points.

    Coach Put believes his troops are in perfect shape and ready to face the Red Devils.

    “We had a game on Friday where we had to fight hard to get a result on the road but the focus has now shifted to Congo. I believe the players have recovered well despite having limited resting time between Friday and tomorrow’s game,” he stated.

    “We are still work in progress but I am impressed with the progress and I know we will get there soon.” Put added.

    The coach gave an update on striker Muhammad Shaban who missed the game against South Africa.

    “Shaban picked up an injury in the final 15 minutes of the last training session ahead of the game against South Africa. We will see how he reacts in training today and hopefully he can be available tomorrow.” The coach revealed.

    About our opponents Congo, coach Put believes they are a good team that cannot be under looked.

    “Congo has a lot of quality with very good players featuring in big Leagues. We definitely do not undermine them but our target is to pick maximum points.”

    Skipper Aucho is unfazed with the limited resting time and highlights that everyone is ready for Monday’s encounter.

    “Well, we played on Friday and travelled the next time. We literally have no time to rest but as players, our spirits are high and we are ready to throw our bodies on the line to make ourselves and Ugandans proud,” he said.

    The combative midfielder believes a point picked away against South Africa is a good foundation in the quest to qualify for AFCON 2025.

    “We earned a point away in our first game and that was important for us to start the campaign on a positive note. We therefore don’t have any excuse not to win at home tomorrow .”

    Uganda Cranes camp has been boosted with the addition of defenders Kenneth Ssemakula and Halidi Lwaliwa.


    Uganda is in Group K alongside Congo, South Africa and South Sudan.

  • Uganda Cranes open 2025 AFCON Qualification campaign with a point at South Africa

    Uganda Cranes open 2025 AFCON Qualification campaign with a point at South Africa

    Uganda Cranes picked a point on the road against South Africa as the quest to qualify for Africa Cup of Nations 2025 began on Friday.

    In the game played at Orlando Stadium on Friday, Uganda showed resilience and character to earn a point in a pulsating encounter that ended in a 2-2 draw.

    The newly launched Uganda Cranes jersey was used for the first time with goalkeeper Isima Watenga donning all black while the outfield players wore white.

    In a game of two halves, South Africa were too dominant in the first half and led through Lyle Foster who scored in the 14th minute.

    However, Uganda bounced back stronger after recesss and scored two quick goals through Denis Omedi and Rogers Mato.

    A late Thalente Mbatha goal in added time denied Uganda maximum points with the game ending into a two-all draw.

    South Africa started on the front foot and dominated proceedings with Uganda failing to match the pace.

    Foster fired the hosts into an early lead in the 14th minute, calmly slotting the ball past goalkeeper Isima Watenga.

    South Africa had several chances moments later to stretch the lead but Uganda had goalkeeper Watenga to thank, pulling off save after save.

    In the second half, Uganda returned a much improved side with coach Paul Put making a change when he introduced Allan Okello in place of Travis Mutyaba.

    In the 51st minute, Omedi had yards of space unmarked and decided to shoot from distance. His ferocious strike went straight into the back of the net to level matters.

    Two minutes later, Mato almost in similar fashion shot from distance and this time, goalkeeper Mothwa fumbled with the former’s effort to grant Uganda the lead.

    From then onwards, Uganda absorbed pressure from the hosts and indeed looked like they were taking all three points.

    Coach Put made more changes with Joseph Ochaya and Joachiam Ojera replacing Rogers Mato and Steven Mukwala respectively.

    However, substitute Mbatha found the equalizer in the fourth minute of the six added minutes, firing a low drive into the bottom corner.

    The result means Congo who defeated South Sudan 1-0 lead group K with Uganda and South Africa level on one point apeace.

    Uganda will return to action on Monday at Mandela National Stadium against Congo.

    Uganda Cranes Starting XI
    Isima Watenga, Elvis Bwomono, Abdu Aziizi Kayondo, Bevis Mugabi, Elio Capradossi, Khalid Aucho, Ronald Ssekiganda, Travis Mutyaba, Steven Mukwala, Rogers Mato, Denis Omedi

    Unused substitutes

    Charles Lukwago, Nafian Alionzi, James Penz Begisa, Isaac Muleme, Joel Sserunjogi, Saidi Mayanja, Calvin Kabuye, Jude Ssemugabi

  • FUFA CEO, Finance Director in Cape Town for CAF Football Management Executive Programme

    FUFA CEO, Finance Director in Cape Town for CAF Football Management Executive Programme


    FUFA CEO Edgar Watson and Finance Director Julian Namuganga are undergoing a one-week CAF Football Management Executive Programme in Cape Town, South Africa.


    The programme that was officially opened by the CAF President Dr. Patrice Mostepe on Monday 2nd September 2024 has attracted General Secretaries and personnel from the Finance departments of CAF’s various Member Associations.


    The CAF Football Management Executive Programme, which underscores the governing body of African football’s commitment to partnering with its Member Associations in growing African football marks yet another giant step taken by CAF towards achieving CAF President’s vision of making African football globally competitive and self-sustaining.


    The programme is a collaboration between CAF and University of Cape Town. This follows the successful conclusion of the first phase of the programme that was held virtually between 19 – 22 August.


    The uniquely designed programme will see all General Secretaries and selected staff of different CAF Member Associations graduating with advanced skills and knowledge in the fields of Strategic Planning, Marketing, Sponsorship, Legal & Governance as well as Finance amongst other key modules.


    The Programme has seen internationally acclaimed and seasoned sport and academic experts from various occupations share their experiences with the participants.

  • AFCON 2025 Qualifiers: Last Training held ahead of South Africa Match

    AFCON 2025 Qualifiers: Last Training held ahead of South Africa Match

    The Uganda Cranes conducted their last training at the Orlando Stadium this evening ahead of tomorrow’s match against the Bafana Bafana.

    The FUFA President Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim joined to cheer the team. He was accompanied by the 3rd Vice President Hon. Nakiwala Kiyingi, FUFA EXCON Members Rogers Mulindwa (Leader of Delegation) and Ronnie Kalema.

  • Busoga United FC legally hands over ownership to Community

    Busoga United FC legally hands over ownership to Community

    FUFA’s vision to create community clubs as a solution to rally fans to support club football has started being realised as the owners of Busoga United FC have legally handed over the club to the community of Busoga with immediate effect.

    This decision was blessed by the Patron of the club His Royal Highness the Kyabazinga of Busoga William Wilberforce Kadumbula Nadiope IV during a meeting held with the FUFA President at Igenge Palace on the 16th August 2024. The Kyabazinga delegated his 2nd Deputy Prime Minister Owek. Noor Ousman to represent him in the consequent meetings.

    In the legal documents to transfer the club ownership from the previous owners to the Community of Busoga, FUFA was mandated to name the transition Executive Committee to run the Club. In executing this mandate, today Tuesday 3rd September 2024, the FUFA Executive Committee has named Hajji Abubakar Walubi as the Chairman and Madam Diana Hope Nyago as Vice Chairperson. The other members of the committee are Kitonto Ronnie, Kawanguzi Geoffrey, Nkutu David Nelson, Mukoka Yusuf, Atiisa Patrick, Mutesi Deborah, Sylvia Naigaga and Mugabi Samuel.
    Mr. Gulere Daniel (FOMACO II graduate) has been named the Chief Executive Officer to run the day-to-day operations of the club.

    Relatedly, the community of Busoga composed of the prominent personalities in the academia, political circles, Busoga Kingdom, civil service, private business and well wishers have made a kickstart contribution of UGX 200M (Two Hundred Million Shillings) and other logistics towards the club. Mr. Henry Dhikusoka, the proprietor of St. Michael International School-Wakiso, has offered the bus to be used to whichever destination the club may need

    The FUFA President Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim who is also the MP of Budiope East in the Busoga region made a contribution of training kits which was handed over today.

    Wednesday 4th September 2024 the new Executive Committee will meet the players of the Club in Jinja

  • Uganda Cranes intensify preparations ahead of South Africa clash

    Uganda Cranes intensify preparations ahead of South Africa clash

    With a couple of days left to the all-important fixture against South Africa, Uganda Cranes have intensified preparations to ready themselves.

    Uganda Cranes take on Bafana Bafana of South Africa on Friday 06 September 2024 at the Orlando stadium when the Total Energies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 qualifiers kick off this week.

    Uganda is in group K with the 2023 AFCON semi finalists South Africa, Congo and neighbours South Sudan.

    The Uganda cranes will be aiming to get off to a positive start to better their chances of qualification and put a stop to a frustrating run that has seen the soccer crazy country miss out on the past 2 editions (Cameroon 2021 and Ivory Coast 2023).

    The two teams that will top the group at the end of the qualification matches that conclude in November will book their places at the final tournament that will be hosted in Morocco. 

    ‘I have been to 5 AFCON finals and I want to add to that number with this team. You are a group of young and undoubtedly very talented players. You have what it takes to qualify but you need to work hard for it because it will not be given to you just like that. You will have to fight for the right to be in Morocco next year and the fight starts this Friday against South Africa.” Coach Put told his charges after Wednesday’s training session at the Balfor football club training ground in Johannesburg.

    ‘I love what I am seeing so far; the energy, teamwork and the positive spirit. These will be very crucial in this fight’. He added.

    The first Uganda Cranes contingent consisting of majorly locally based players arrived in Johannesburg on Saturday afternoon and for a training camp that was aimed at helping the team adjust to the cold weather. The group that is camped at the Red Radison hotel in Rosebank has since been joined by all the professional players that Put summoned. 

    After facing South Africa on the Friday 6th, the Cranes will shift focus onto the home fixture against Congo Two days later in Kampala at the Mandela national stadium, Namboole. 

  • Finance Trust Women Super League Fixtures 2024/25

    Finance Trust Women Super League Fixtures 2024/25

    FUFA Competitions Department has released the Finance Trust Women Super League fixtures for the 2024/25 season.

    The new season will commence on Friday, 27th September 2024 with Kampala Queens FC hosting Wakiso Hill WFC at MTN-Omondi Stadium.

    Matchday One will continue on Saturday with three fixtures. Lady Doves FC will be at home to FC Tooro Queens, newly promoted teams Olila High School WFC and Amus College WFC (formerly Byafaayo Queens) will face off in Soroti while reigning Champions Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC will start their title defence at home to Rines SS WFC.

    On Sunday, 29th September, Uganda Martyrs Lubaga will host She Corporate FC in Bugolobi while Makerere University WFC will play She Maroons FC.

    It should be noted that the League has changed name from FUFA Women Super League to Finance Trust Women Super League, following the unveiling of Finance Trust Bank as title sponsors for both the top tier and second division.

    The new season also comes with an increase in the number of teams from ten to twelve, following the promotion of She Corporate FC, Amus College WFC, FC Tooro Queens FC and Olila High School WFC.

    With majority of the teams having attachments to Clubs in the StarTimes Uganda Premier League, selected fixtures have been highlighted to be played on the same day as the men’s League. This has been done in a bid to promote Women’s Football in the country.

    The first round will run up to 15th December 2024 and the League will break off up to 1st February 2025 when the second round will begin.

    The 2024/25 season is expected to end on 3rd May 2025.

    These fixtures were drawn in line with the FUFA 2024/2025 Activity Calendar and may change due to TV Schedules and National team engagements.

    Full Fixture

    FTWSL-FIXTURES-24-25Download
  • Uganda Cranes Select team Triumph Over Northern Region Select in Regional Tour Match

    Uganda Cranes Select team Triumph Over Northern Region Select in Regional Tour Match

    Uganda Cranes select side showcased their prowess by defeating the Northern Region select side 4-0 on Thursday evening at a fully packed Booma playground, Apac District in the Nile Special sponsored regional tour match.

    Forward Henry Kitegenyi opened the scoring in the 16th minute, expertly converting a low cutback from skipper Isma Mugulusi.

    Despite creating multiple opportunities, the Northern Region select team managed to hold the visitors to a 1-0 lead at halftime.The second half, however saw a flurry of goals from the substitutes for the Uganda Cranes Select Team.

    Ivan Ahimbisibwe doubled the lead in the 50th minute followed by quick goals from Joseph Akandanwaho in the 53rd and Moses Aliro in the 57th minute sealing a comprehensive victory.

    Coach Sam Ssimbwa ensured that all 22 members of his travelling squad saw playing time, expressing his satisfaction with the team’s performance throughout the match.

    Attention now turns to the FUFA Super 8 tournament, where the Cranes Select Team will face Kitara FC in the third-place playoff, scheduled for Sunday, September 1, 2024, at the MTN Omondi Stadium in Lugogo.

  • 2025 AFCON Qualifiers: Ticket Prices for Cranes home games released

    2025 AFCON Qualifiers: Ticket Prices for Cranes home games released

    FUFA has announced ticket prices for the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers. Uganda will host Congo, South Sudan and South Africa in September, October and November in that order.

    The first home game against Congo will take place on Monday, 9th September at Mandela National Stadium.

    Ordinary Tickets will go for UGX 25,000, VIP tickets will be purchased at UGX 50,000 while the Platinum Tickets are UGX 150,000 each.

    However, there is an opportunity for early bird tickets (Ordinary Tickets only) going for UGX 20,000 and these can only be purchased via MTN MoMo.

    FUFA has also introduced a 3-way ticket that gives fans an opportunity to watch all the three home games using one ticket.

    The aforementioned tickets come with discounted prices and in two categories.

    Ordinary Ticket – UGX 61,500
    VIP Ticket – UGX 121,500

  • Cranes select squad for Apac Regional tour, Super8 ranking match

    Cranes select squad for Apac Regional tour, Super8 ranking match

    Uganda Cranes select team coach Sam Ssimbwa has announced a 22-man squad for the regional tour match against Northern Region in Apac District and the FUFA Super 8 third place play-off match against Kitara FC.

    The two matches will be played on Thursday 29th August at Booma grounds in Apac and Sunday 1st September at the MTN Omondi respectively.

    The team will reassemble on Wednesday at Cranes Paradise Hotel, Kisaasi before setting off for Apac.

    There are a number of additions in the team from the one that played in the quarter and semi final of the FUFA Super 8 and these include Police FC duo of Farouk Katongole and Ibra Ssengooba as well as Mbarara City FC forward Henry Kitegenyi.

    The full squad

    1.Magada Abdu (URA FC)
    2.Ochan Derrick (URA FC)
    3.Kizito Gavin Mugweri (Unattached)
    4.Bwangani Hamisi (URA FC)
    5.Kato Samuel Nemeyimana (Soltilo Bright Stars FC)
    6.Gift Fred (Unattached)
    7.Mulikyi Hudu (URA FC)
    Kayondo Ronald (UPDF FC)
    8.Fiat Cleophus (Soltilo Bright Stars FC)
    9.Aliro Moses (URA FC)
    10.Mugulusi Isma (URA FC)
    11.Kisolo Innocent (URA FC)
    12.Ssekibengo Godfrey (URA FC)
    13.Mutebi Hakim (Unattached)
    14.Ssenyonjo Hassan (Wakiso Giants FC)
    15.Ogwang Isaac (Police FC)
    16.Ahimbisibwe Ivan (URA FC)
    17.Akandanwaho Joseph (Mbarara City FC)
    18.Ssali Alpha Thierry (Express FC)
    19.Ssengooba Ibra (Police FC)
    21.Kitegenyi Henry (Mbarara City FC)
    22.Katongole Farouk (Police FC)

    OFFICIALS:

    1.Ssimbwa Sam Bamweyana- Acting Head Coach
    2.Kiggundu Stephen- Goalkeeping Coach
    3.Gumisiriza Michael- Team Doctor
    4.Balyejusa Ayub- Trainer
    5.Lusulire Ronald- Media Officer
    6.Bumpenje Frank- Kit Officer

  • AFCON 2025 Qualifiers: Uganda Cranes Squad for South Africa and Congo games named

    AFCON 2025 Qualifiers: Uganda Cranes Squad for South Africa and Congo games named

    Uganda Cranes Head Coach Paul Put has summoned a squad of 28 players for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers against South Africa and Congo slated for next month.

    The coach confirmed the squad in a press briefing held on Tuesday at FUFA Complex.

    The Team will travel to South Africa on 31st August to prepare for the first game against Bafana Bafana on 6th September at Orlando Stadium.

    The game against Congo will be played on 9th September 2024 at Mandela National Stadium.

    The coach confirmed that defenders Kenneth Semakula and Halidi Lwaliwa will not be available for the game against South Africa due to Visa issues.

    However, the duo will be available for the home game against Congo at home.

    He further revealed that some players have been sidelined due to injuries. These include Allan Kyambadde, Moses Opondo, Uche Mubiru Ikpeazu and Isaac Ssewankambo.

    Uganda Cranes is in Group K alongside South Africa, Congo and South Sudan.

    FUFA Communications Director Ahmed Hussein confirmed that tickets for the home games against Congo, South Sudan and South Africa will go on sale tomorrow (Wednesday, 28th August 2024).

    Uganda Cranes Squad

    Goalkeepers


    Isima Watenga (Golden Arrows FC, South Africa), Nafian Alionzi (Defence Forces FC, Ethiopia), Charles Lukwago (Venda FC, South Africa)

    Defenders

    Elvis Bwomono (St. Mirren FC, Scotland), James Begisa (URA FC, Uganda), Isaac Muleme (Viktoria Zizkov, Czech Republic), Abdu Aziizi Kayondo (FC Sloven Liberec, Czech Republic), Joseph Ochaya (Al Mokawloon Al Arab SC, Egypt), Bevis Mugabi (Famagusta Anorthosis, Greece), Elio Capradossi (Unattached), Halid Lwaliwa (Al Ain, Saudi Arabia), Arnold Odongo (SC Villa, Uganda), Timothy Awany (FC Ashdod, Israel), Kenneth Semakula (Club Africaine, Tunisia)

    Midfielders

    Khalid Aucho (Yanga Africans, Tanzania), Bobosi Byaruhanga (Austin II FC, USA), Joel Sserunjogi (KCCA FC, Uganda), Ronald Ssekiganda (SC Villa, Uganda), Travis Mutyaba (Zamalek SC, Egypt), Saidi Mayanja (KCCA FC, Uganda)

    Forwards

    Denis Omedi (Kitara FC, Uganda), Jude Ssemugabi (Kitara FC, Uganda), Joackiam Ojera (Al Mokawloon Al Arab Sc, Uganda), Muhammad Shaban (Al Hilal Benghazi, Libya), Steven Mukwala (Simba SC, Tanzania), Calvin Kabuye (Sandvikens IF, Sweden), Allan Okello (Vipers SC, Uganda), Rogers Mato (FC Brera Strumica, North Macedonia)

  • A New Dawn: Finance Trust Bank commit UGX 2BN in Women’s Football

    A New Dawn: Finance Trust Bank commit UGX 2BN in Women’s Football

    Women’s Football in Uganda continues to make strides and the latest landmark was registered on Thursday as FUFA announced a partnership with Finance Trust Bank.

    In an event held at Finance Trust Bank Headquarters on Lumumba Avenue, Kampala, a sponsorship package worth two billion shillings was revealed.

    The function was attended by FUFA President Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim and FUFA Executive Committee Member Rogers Byamukama.

    Finance Trust Bank was ably represented by the Managing Director Annet Nakawunde and Executive Director Annette Kiggundu.

    FUFA President was exceedingly elated about the partnership indicating the process to develop women’s football has been gradual.

    “In 2013, FUFA took a painful decision to withdraw our U20 Women National Team that had eliminated South Sudan 22-0 on aggregrate. At the time, we did not have any formal Leagues and thus we decided to go back to the drawing board, created the FUFA Women Elite League first, then the FUFA Women Super League. That painful decision has bore fruits and we are grateful that we have Finance Trust Bank on board to support Women’s Football,” he stated.

    “Under this partnership, Finance Trust Bank is now the title sponsor of both the Finance Trust Women Super Leaue and the Finance Trust Women’s Elite League and as FUFA we are very excited about this partnership and we believe it will to go very far in uplifting the standard of our Leagues and eventually the Women National Teams,” the President added.

    Finance Trust Bank Managing Director Annet Nakawunde believes supporting Women’s Football is in line with their core principles.

    “I am pleased to formally announce Finance Trust Bank’s two billion shillings sponsorship of the FUFA Women’s Football programme. Finance Trust Bank was first established in 1984 to support women in business and management to achieve their financial dreams. The bank has grown since then and today we have a network of over 35 branches supporting over half a million women across the country. We are excited to now extend our support to women in sports.” She stated before adding “We are excited to explore opportunities for women in football to join our team at Finance Trust Bank, leveraging their skills and passion to drive success both on and off the pitch.”

    Under this partnership, one billion seven hundred thousand shillings (UGX 1,700,000,000) will be going directly to FUFA over a period of four years i.e. three hundred fifty million per year (350m per annum) with the rest being spent on sponsorship activation.

    The 2024/25 Finance Trust Women Super League is expected to kickoff next month while the Finance Trust Women Elite League following suit.

  • MEDIA ACCREDITATION FOR UGANDA VS CONGO OPEN.

    MEDIA ACCREDITATION FOR UGANDA VS CONGO OPEN.

    FUFA wishes to inform members of the sports media that the application process for accreditation to cover the AFCON 2025 Qualifier match between Uganda and Congo on 09th September 2024 is now open via the FUFA Media Channel on www.fufa.co.ug/media/login/
    You are kindly advised to log into your respective accounts to apply.
    Application ends on the 31st August 2024 at 23.59 HOURS.
    If you don’t have the account yet, please follow the procedures for registration www.fufa.co.ug/media/signup before you apply.

  • FUFA President condolence message in honour of former CAF President Issa Hayatou

    FUFA President condolence message in honour of former CAF President Issa Hayatou

    Condolence Message 

    FUFA President Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim extends his deepest condolences to the entire African football fraternity following the death of former CAF President Mr. Issa Hayatou on Thursday.

    “It is sad to hear about the loss of Mr. Issa Hayatou and I express my sincere sympathy to CAF President Dr. Patrice Motsepe, Cameroon FA and the family of the departed African football administrator.”

    “On behalf of the FUFA Executive, delegates, Secretariat and all Member Associations of FUFA, I wish to convey my heartfelt condolences to the family and the entire football fraternity on the loss of an icon who served football wholeheartedly. I offer you my thoughts, prayers, and well-wishes during this dark time for African football.’

                                                      Rest in Peace Mr. Issa Hayatou 

  • FUFA Ethics and Disciplinary Committee starts investigations against Kampala Region Football Association Heads

    FUFA Ethics and Disciplinary Committee starts investigations against Kampala Region Football Association Heads

    The investigatory Chamber of the FUFA Ethics and Disciplinary Committee has commenced preliminary investigations against Mr. Kasalirwe Dirisa-Chairman Kampala Region Football Associations and his Vice Chairman Mr. Nkugwa Peter in regard to possible violations of the Ethics and Disciplinary Code for breach of General duties, abuse of position, and breach of the duty of royalty.

    In accordance with the Ethics and Disciplinary Code Mr. Kasalirwe Dirisa and Mr. Nkugwa Peter have been provisionally suspended from taking part in any football related activities (administrative, sport or any other) as of notification of this decision. The provisional suspension shall be for an initial period of 90 days pending the investigatory proceedings.

    Members of FUFA are hereby notified about this communication for compliance.

  • 33 Grounds Personnel from FUFA Women Super League and FUFA Women Elite League successfully conclude Training Course

    33 Grounds Personnel from FUFA Women Super League and FUFA Women Elite League successfully conclude Training Course

    The Grounds Personnel Course for teams playing in the FUFA Women Super League and FUFA Women Elite League successfully came to an end on Wednesday with 33 participants rolled out.

    The course commenced on Monday, 5th August 2024, at MultiTech Business School in Kampala with an aim of elevating the standards of pitch maintenance and management.

    This training course, fully facilitated by FUFA in collaboration with FIFA’s “League Development Programme,” brought together some of the top instructors in the field.

    FUFA instructors Jamil Ssewanyana led the participants through a comprehensive curriculum designed to address the challenges of poor grass pitches, which are often the cause of player injuries and detract from the quality of the game, particularly during live televised matches.

    33 participants received completion certificates awarded by FUFA Deputy CEO in charge of football- Decolas Kiiza