International Build up (Monday, 5th July 2021): Saudi Arabia Vs Uganda
At Prince Faisal Bin Abdulaziz Stadium, Riyadh (7 PM)
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Uganda U-23 national team (The Kobs) head coach Morley Byekwaso has maintained the same side that started against Saudi Arabia last Friday for today’s second international build up.
Charles Lukwago starts in goal once again as the others are; captain Enock Walusimbi, Abdul Azizi Kayondo, Musa Ramathan, Peter Magambo, Bobosi Byaruhanga, Steven Sserwadda, Saidi Kyeyune, Richard Basangwa, Isma Mugulusi and Steven Mukwala.
It remains a rich bench at the disposal having two goalkeepers Hassan Matovu and Eric Kibowa.
Uganda team go through the paces on Sunday evening
The others are George Kaddu, Najib Yiga, Bright Anukani, Karim Watambala, Samuel Ssenyonjo, Derrick Kakooza, Salim Abdallah, Julius Poloto, Kenneth Ssemakula and Saddam Masereka.
The game will be live on 102.1 FUFA f.m with updates across all the FUFA social media platforms.
This will be the final build up on the training tour in Saudi Arabia as the team prepares for the upcoming CECAFA senior challenge cup.
Uganda line up Vs Saudi Arabia:
Charles Lukwago (G.K), Enock Walusimbi (Captain), Abdul Azizi Kayondo, Musa Ramathan, Peter Magambo, Bobosi Byaruhanga, Steven Sserwadda, Saidi Kyeyune, Richard Basangwa, Isma Mugulusi, Steven Mukwala
Substitutes: Hassan Matovu (G.K), Eric Kibowa (G.K), George Kaddu, Najib Yiga, Bright Anukani, Karim Watambala, Samuel Ssenyonjo, Derrick Kakooza, Salim Abdallah, Julius Poloto, Kenneth Ssemakula, Saddam Masereka
A weekend that didn’t have many of Ugandan players in action but nevertheless the less those who turned up pulled up great performances.
www.fufa.co.ug made the usual keen follow up to find out who was in and who was out.
Denmark:
Combative midfielder Moses Opondo found the back of the net in the 87th minute as his Odense FC crushed F. Amager 7-0 in a friendly match.
Kenya:
Creative forward William Wadri continued with his fine scoring form as he scored from the spot in the 64th minute as his Bandari FC side drew 1-1 at home against Nairobi City.
Umaru Kasumba also featured for the hosts.
William Wadri (left) takes on a Nairobi City opponentGor Mahia players celebrates their KFK cup success at Nyayo National stadium in Nairobi
Left back Fred Nkata Jr. was an unused substitute as his Gor Mahia FC beat AFC Leopards in the Mashemaji Derby 4-1 on penalties to win he 2021 Kenya Shield cup at the Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi city.
Goalkeeper Benjamin Ochan was not in the AFC Leopards’ match day squad.
Sweden:
Ritah Kivumbi was introduced in the 79th minute and netted from his first touch as her Mallabackens W side thrashed Jitex W 7-1 in the Ellitettan League.
Viola Nambi was not in the match day squad due to injury as her Vaxjo DFF w lost 2-0 in their own backyard in the Allsvenskun Women.
Alexis Bbakka played 82 minutes before paving way for Embaye as his UMEA FC side beat Pitea 4-0 in the Division One.
Defenders Ronald Mukiibi and Isak Sewankambo were not in the match day squad as their Ostersunds FK side lost 3-1 at Degerfors in the Allsvenskun.
Algeria:
Allan Okello didn’t feature as his Paradou AC lost 3-2 at home to Aso Chief in the premier league.
Egypt:
Striker Derrick Nsibambi played full time as his Smouha lost 4-0 in their own backyard to giants Al Ahly.
Midfielder Allan Kyambadde was not in the match day squad due to injury as his El Gouna drew 1-1 at El-Entag El-Harby.
Abdu Lumala was absent as his Pyramids FC side drew 1-1 at home to ENPPI.
Morocco:
Patrick Kaddu played 85 minutes before being substituted for Naciri as his Youssoufia Berrechid lost 3-1 at Mouloudia Oujda in the Botola Pro League.
Nelson Senkatuka was not in the match day squad as as his Mogreb Tetouan lost 3-0 at Renaissance Zemarma in the Botola Pro League.
Major League Soccer (MLS):
Mustafa Kizza was an unused substitute as his Club De Foot Montreal beat Inter Miami 1-0 at home.
Forward Edward Kizza was not in the match day squad as his New England Revolution drew 2-2 at Columbus Crew. Mike Azira played full time as his New Mexico lost 2-1 at El Paso in the USL.
Sudan:
Goalkeeper Salim Jamal was an used substitute as his Al Hilal Omdurman beat Ahli Shendi 4-0.
Midfielder Tadeo Lwanga stretches
Tanzania:
Taddeo Lwanga was in as his Simba SC lost 1-0 at rivals Young Africans in the Dar Es Salaam derby. Czech Republic.
Edrisa Lubega wasn’t in the match day squad as his Pribram Fac lost 2-0 at Mlada in a friendly match.
South Africa:
Goalkeeper Isima Watenga helped his side Chippa United to retain the PSL status.
Goalkeeper Salim Jalim Magoola jumps to collect a high ball
Matches today (05th July 2021)
Egyptian Premier League:
Misr Le Makasa (Home to Khalid Aucho) visit Wadi Degla.
Al Ittihad (Home to Uganda Cranes captain Emmanuel Arnold Okwi) visit Ismaily
Kenya:
Kariobangi Sharks (Home to Peter Lwasa) host Western Stima (Home to Martin Mpuuga and Docca Mwiru)
Compiled by Ronald Lusulire. He presents on the “Tugukyangira Bunayira” on 102.1 FUFA f.m every Tuesday from 10pm-12 midnight
MAIN PHOTO: Bandari striker Umaru Kasumba shoots during their home game against Nairobi City Stars(Credit: Bandari FC Media)
At Prince Faisal Bin Abdulaziz Stadium, Riyadh (7 PM)
Uganda is geared up to face Saudi Arabia in the second international build up against Saudi Arabia at the Prince Faisal Bin Abdulaziz stadium in Riyadh city on Monday, 5th July 2021.
This comes after a successful first game played on Friday between the two countries at the same venue (game ended goal-less).
The team held recovery sessions on Saturday and Sunday with the hope by the technical team and players that there will be improvements in the second build up.
Uganda team go through the paces on Sunday evening
‘We have had good recovery sessions and everyone is fit for the game on Monday. We expect a better game because we have got used to the hot weather and planned well for this match. We want to go to the CECAFA tournament with pride and confidence’ head coach Morley Byekwaso stated.
Midfielder Bobosi Byaruhanga, like the head coach also anticipates a far much improved game than the first one.
Isma Mugulusi takes on Samuel Ssenyonjo during a training session
‘We face the same opponent that we played on Friday. We have done the home work and planning. I believe we shall have a better game since we have also acclimatized to the hot weather conditions’ Byaruhanga who plays at Star Times Uganda Premier League club, Vipers disclosed.
The match will be played at 7 PM.
Goalkeepers Hassan Matovu and Eric Kibowa stretch during a training session on Sunday
How Uganda lined up in first game against Saudi Arabia:
Charles Lukwago (G.K), Enock Walusimbi (Captain), Abdul Azizi Kayondo, Musa Ramathan, Peter Magambo, Bobosi Byaruhanga, Steven Sserwadda, Saidi Kyeyune, Richard Basangwa, Isma Mugulusi, Steven Mukwala
Substitutes: Hassan Matovu (G.K), Eric Kibowa (G.K), George Kaddu, Najib Yiga, Bright Anukani, Karim Watambala, Samuel Ssenyonjo, Derrick Kakooza, Salim Abdallah, Julius Poloto, Kenneth Ssemakula, Saddam Masereka
Uganda (majorly of U-23 players) played to a non scoring draw with Saudi Arabia at the Prince Faisal Bin Abdulaziz Stadium in Riyadh city on Friday evening.
It was a game where both teams exhibited quality defensively in the tactical organization as many scoring opportunities were foiled.
Uganda’s defenders close down on the Saudi Arabia opponent
Bobosi Byaruhanga closes down opponent
Uganda’s head coach Morley Byekwaso granted playing time for many of the youngsters as he tried out the different playing formations with several players.
Byekwaso was full of praise for the team as he emphasized the tactical discipline with the need to seek for goals going forward.
‘We thank God that the match was well played and no injuries got. I thank the players who endured the high temperatures to soldier on. We are now heading for the second build up as we continue to prepare for the CECAFA senior challenge cup. We shall put several grey areas right’ Byekwaso disclosed.
The second build up match will be played on 5th July 2021 at the same venue.
Substitutes Hassan Matovu (G.K) Eric Kibowa (G.K) George Kaddu Najib Yiga Bright Anukani Karim Watambala Samuel Ssenyonjo Derrick Kakooza Abdallah Salim Julius Poloto Kenneth Semakula Sadam Masereka
Uganda U23 head coach Morley Byekwaso has named the team that will face Saudi Arabia in the international build up this evening at the Prince Faisal Bin Abdulaziz Stadium.
Charles Lukwago starts in goal with skipper Enock Walusimbi at right back as Abdul Aziz Kayondo takes the left back slot.
Musa Ramathan and Peter Magambo form the central defensive partnership.
It is a compact midfield that has holder Bobosi Byaruhanga with several creative options ahead of him as Steven Sserwadda, Isma Mugulusi and Saidi Kyeyune.
Richard Basangwa and Steven Mukwala start as center forwards.
The rest of the players are subsitute players.
Kick off is 7:15 PM with live commentary on 102.1 FUFA f.m and all official FUFA social media platforms.
Uganda Cranes starting XI against Saudi Arabia (Falcons)
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Matches lined up for Uganda Cranes while in Saudi Arabia
Match 1: Friday 2nd July, 2021 (7.15pm EAT)
Match 2: 5th July, 2021 (Time to be communicated)
All matches at Prince Faisal Bin Fahad Bin Abdulaziz Stadium
Uganda Cranes tactician Morley Byekwaso has expressed his delight at having a full squad after all his players and the entire 35man contingent returned Covid-19 negative results ahead of the International friendly against Saudi Arabia tonight.
Uganda Cranes were cleared to train on Thursday after they all tested negative for Covid-19. They conducted their first session at Prince Faisal Bin Fahad Bin Abdulaziz Stadium under the scorching sunshine at around 5pm. The temperatures have left the coach worried though the match will be played under floodlights.
Uganda Cranes players training at Prince Faisal Bin Fahad Bin Abdulaziz Stadium
Nevertheless Byekwaso is ready with his troops for the task ahead.
‘Our training session very successful though worried about the heat here compared to Uganda at this time of the year. The players completed a wonderful session and are geared up to see that we have a good show against Saudi Arabia’ said Byekwaso.
‘We want to make use of these two matches to as we continue with reparations for the forthcoming intentional tournaments for Uganda Cranes’ added Byekwaso.
Uganda Cranes players training at Prince Faisal Bin Fahad Bin Abdulaziz Stadium
Byekwaso has also explained why he chose Express FC Captain Enock Walusimbi to lead the team tonight.
‘About Walusimbi’s position we have appointed him as captain, he deserves it as he has led senior players of Express FC to success. He is a good leader and he has shown all characters of a Captain’. He is a good advisor and above all disciplined’ noted Byekwaso.
Second left is Uganda Cranes Captain Enoch Walusimbi who will lead the team against Saudi Arabia tonight (7.15pm EAT)
The Captain’s word Enoch Walusimbi ahead of the match;
‘I thank God and the technical team led by Coach Morley for the opportunity to lead the team, it is a big opportunity. We are ready as a team and believe the matches will sharpen us more ahead of the CECAFA tournament in Ethiopia’
Enoch Walusimbi L-R Goalkeepers Eric Kibowa, Charles Lukwago and Matovu Hassan Muyomba training at Prince Faisal Bin Fahad Bin Abdulaziz Stadium
FUFA Statment on the results of the 35 man contingent returning Covid-19 negative;
‘We have been consistent in managing our bubble and the stringent camp rules where players and coaches have been dismissed. It has not earned us friends but delivery of duty is top priority. Staying in our unshared Cranes Paradise Hotel in Kisaasi and FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru are part of the tactic’
Pictorial from Thursday’s training
L-R Isma Mugulusi, Saddam Masereka and Kenneth Ssemakula at Prince Faisal Bin Fahad Bin Abdulaziz StadiumL-R Abdul Karim Watambala, Saidi Kyeyune, Bright Anukani, Stephen Serwadda training at Prince Faisal Bin Fahad Bin Abdulaziz StadiumUganda Cranes players training at Prince Faisal Bin Fahad Bin Abdulaziz Stadium with striker Ivan Bogere at the extreme rightHakim Kiwanuka
Uganda Cranes Contingent in Saudi Arabia
Goalkeepers:
Lukwago Charles (KCCA FC), Eric Kibowa (UPDF FC), Matovu Hassan Muyomba (KCCA FC),
The Uganda Cranes has today departed the Country for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to embark on a training camp. A contingent of 35 people, including 25 players and 10 officials left Entebbe International Airport at 11:00PM aboard Qatar Airways QR 1386.
Abdu Aziizi Kayondo with Derrick Kakooza at Entebbe International Airport on Tuesday night
The trip is funded by the Saudi Arabian Football Association and while there, the Uganda Cranes will play two games against the Saudi National Team (The Falcons) on 2nd and 5th July 2021. The team will be based in Riyadh.
The training camp will help Uganda Cranes prepare for the forthcoming CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup due mid July and the FIFA 2022 World Cup-Russia Qualifiers that kick off in September this year.
The team is under the guidance of coach Morley Byekwaso, assisted by Simeon Massa while Stephen Billy Kiggundu is the goalkeeping coach.
Enock Walusimbi of newly declared Uganda Premier League champions Express FC has been appointed the team captain.
Travelling squad
Goalkeepers:
Lukwago Charles (KCCA FC), Eric Kibowa (UPDF FC), Matovu Hassan Muyomba (KCCA FC),
The FUFA Emergency Executive Committee has on Tuesday 29th June 2021 taken the decision to end the 2020/21 StarTimes Uganda Premier League based on Article 18, Section 1, Sub-section C & D of the FUFA Competition rules.
The above article states;
Where the league format due to circumstances of force majeure is not played to completion the league winner shall be determined as follows.
c) Where at least one club has played more than 75% of the league games, the following formula shall be used by TOC (Tournament Organising Committee) to determine the league positions.
d) Total number of points earned from the number of games played multiplied by the total number of games supposed to be played divided by the number of games played.
Therefore, the following decision have been taken
Express FC who were top of the table declared Champions of the 2020/21 Uganda Premier League.
Kyetume FC, MYDA FC and Kitara FC have been relegated to the StarTimes FUFA Big League.
URA FC who were second on the Uganda Premier League table at the time the lockdown was imposed will represent Uganda in the CAF Confederation Cup.
Stanbic Uganda Cup Status
The competition is at the Semifinal stage but the games will be played to conclusion before the start of the 2021/2022 new season.
FUFA Big League Playoffs
The games will be played to conclusion and determine the third team to the Uganda Premier League but depending on clearance from National Council of Sports and guidelines from the Ministry of Health guidelines about the Covid-19.
It was an exciting weekend for a number of Ugandan players in the diaspora over the weekend amidst the Covid19 pandemic.
From the neighboring countries in Tanzania, Kenya, Rwanda, Sudan, Democratic Republic of Congo to the far West in Guinea, southern in South Africa, North in Egypt, Algeria and Morocco to the United States of America, Sweden and Iceland, the Ugandan ambassadors ably represented.
Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC):
Left back Joseph Ochaya provided an assist as TP Mazembe side beat AS Maniema 1-0 on the road to win the DRC premier league title for the 18th time.
He finished the season with 2 goals and 8 assists.
Joseph Ochaya in action for TP Mazembe (Credit: TP Mazembe)
Kenya:
Forwards Umar Kasumba and William Wadri both found the back of the net in the 16th and 29th minutes respectively as their Bandari FC side beat Kariobangi Sharks 4-1 at home.
William Wadri prepares self to take a penalty (Credit: Bandari FC Media)
Left winger Peter Lwasa also featured for the visitors.
Goalkeeper Benjamin Ochan was in goal as his AFC Leopards beat Wazito 2-1 on the road.
Defender Martin Mpuga was not in the match day squad as his Western Stima side beat giants Gor Mahia away.
Bandari players celebrate a goal (Credit: Bandari FC Media)
Rwanda:
Forward Yafessi Mubiru bagged a hat-trick to take his season tally to 10 goals as his Sunrise FC side coached by Moses Basena thrashed Musanze 5-1 at home in the relegation round.
Sunrise is also home for Pius Wangi, Sulaiman Majanjaro and Hood Kawesa.
Forward Hassan Kikoyo was in as his Gasozi United beat beat Muhanga 4-0 on the road in the relegation round.
Chippa United goalkeeper Isima Watenga
South Africa:
Uganda Cranes goalkeeper Isima Watenga was in goal as his Chippa United side drew 1-1 at Richards Bay in the relegation playoffs.
USA:
Mustafa Kizza started before paving way for Bayiha in the 77th minute as his Club De Foot Montreal drew 1-1 at Nashville SC in the Major League Soccer (MSL).
Forward Edward Kizza was introduced in the 81st minute for Polster as his New England Revolution lost 2-1 at FC Dallas in the MLS.
Mike Azira started before going off in the 70th minute for Rivas as New Mexico side lost 3-1 at Colorado Springs in the USL Championship.
Morocco:
Uganda Cranes striker Patrick Kaddu came on in the 72nd minute for Niani as his Youssoufia Berrechid lost 2-0 at Rapid Oued Zem in the Botola Pro league.
Nelson Ssenkatuka was not in the match day squad as his Mogreb Tetouan side drew goalless at home to Magreb Fez.
Algeria:
Allan Okello did not feature as his Paradou AC drew 1-1 at home to Magra.
Sweden:
Uganda Cranes forward David Alexis Bbakka played full time as his Umea FC side drew 2-2 at Dalkurd in the Division 1 league.
Zambia:
Left back Shafiq Batambuze played full time as his Kabwe Worriors side beat Indeni 3-2 to qualify to the CAF Confederation cup after 33 years.
Custodian Yasin Mugabi was not in the match day squad as his Red Arrows drew goalless at Zanaco.
Egypt:
Derrick Nsibambi started before going off in the 61st minute for Nadi as his Smouha FC lost 3-0 at home to Ismaily SC.
Allan Kyambadde was not in the match day squad due to injury as his El Gouna side beat Ceramica CleoPatra 3-2 at home.
Uganda Cranes skipper Emmanuel Okwi was not in the match day squad as his Al Ittihad drew 1-1 Ghazl El Mahallah.
Nicholas Wadada and Mathias Kigonya try to block a shot
Tanzania:
Nicholas Wadada and goalkeeper Mathias Kigonya played full time as their Azam FC side lost 1-0 against Simba SC to storm the Tanzanian cup finals against Yanga Africans.
Midfielder Taddeo Lwanga also featured for Simba Sports Club.
Tadeo Lwanga in action against AZAM
Al Hilal Omdurman XI Vs Al Ahly Shendi
Sudan:
Uganda Cranes goalkeeper Salim Jamal returned in goal as his Al Hilal Omdurman side beat Al Ahly Shendi at home.
Upcoming fixtures:
Monday 28th June 2021:
Egypt:
Misr Le Makasa (home of Aucho Khalid) visit Zamalek.
Guinea:
Horoya (Home of Robert Odongkara) Visit Soar
Rwanda:
Sunrise (Home of coach Moses Basena, Pius Wangi and Yafesi Mubiru) visits Gorilla
Gasozi UNITED (Home of Hassan Kikoyo) hosts Kiyovu FC
Sweden:
Mallbackens (Home of Ritah Kivumbi) visit Alvsjo Women
Tuesday 29th June 2021:
Iceland:
Thor/Ka (Home of Sandra Nabweteme) host Fylkir
Compiled by Ronald Lusulire, a presenter on 102.1 FUFA fm
MAIN PHOTO: Sunrise striker Yafesi Mubiru celebrates one of his three goals against Musanze during their 5-1 victory in Rwanda
With the Covid-19 situation raging in the country during the final bend of the 2019/2020 season, FUFA mooted a plan to have its Competitions on Television (TV) to give fans a chance to watch the matches since they were not allowed back in the stadia.
It was also one of the ways of taking the game to the public via TV.
The broadcast started with the promotional playoffs of the Regional Leagues and the Star Times FUFA Big League.
These were produced by FUFA and broadcast on FUFA TV (Facebook Live).
Later on, the FUFA Women Competitions and Uganda Cup were also televised via UBC, the National Broadcaster.
Action between Ajax Queens and Amuria High School at the FUFA Technical Center, Njeru
Commercial and Broadcast Rights:
In the past, FUFA was not able to sell the commercial rights of the FUFA Women Competitions and Regional Promotions but had sold the commercial rights of the Uganda Cup at 300m UGX (85,000 USD) to Stanbic Bank and 132m UGX (37,000 USD) to Kansai Plascon.
FUFA has not been able to sell the Broadcast (Media) rights of the FUFA Women Competitions, Regional Promotions and the Stanbic Uganda Cup.
In order to create more value for the commercial rights holders of the Uganda Cup thus Stanbic Bank and Plascon, FUFA undertook to pay the cost of production and also agree with a broadcaster to air the matches.
Vipers’ Jamil Kalisa with the ball against UPDF at the St Mary’s Stadium, Kitende during the Stanbic Uganda Cup match in one of the televised duelsShafik Bbosa captures the match proceedings on the main camera
Production of Matches
Production is the process of capturing the matches using Video Cameras and converting the captured video content into electric or electromagnetic or optic signal depending on the expected means of transmission.
The Signal is later transmitted normally via a telecom or satellite provider to the Broadcaster Network.
Production of a football match to be transmitted and aired live is a huge cost ranging from 30,000 USD for international feed standards to a local market price of about 5,000 USD for the current Ugandan Standards.
FUFA received a proposal by Satellite Plus Systems, a company that has been in trade with FUFA over the same business for the last about 10 years to produce 94 matches at a cost of about 1,100 USD per match.
FUFA was saving more than 75% from the local market rates for the same job.
FUFA accepted the offer and contracted Satellite Plus Systems to undertake the job.
FUFA Social media team on duty. Behind is the Satellite Media Plus Outdoor Broadcasting Van
UBC Television – FUFA Partnership:
In order to broadcast the signal produced by Satellite Plus Systems, FUFA agreed terms with Uganda Broadcasting Corporation (UBC) Television to broadcast the FUFA Women Competitions Matches (56 matches) and Uganda Cup (25 matches).
National Broadcaster UBC TV has offered free airtime for the Stanbic Uganda Cup and FUFA Women football competitions with the hope of making future revenue.
There was no exchange of money from either party but a share of the revenues when eventually broadcast sponsors are found.
Inside the new HD UBC Television StudiosFUFA President Eng Moses Magogo (with microphone) addressing the media during a press conference as Stanbic Bank announced their sponsorship
Revenues:
So far, only Stanbic Bank has agreed to pay 80m UGX (22,800 USD) as a contribution to the cost of production which is about 362m UGX (103,000 USD).
There are currently over 10 prospective brands in negotiations with FUFA to be part of the Live Broadcast Sponsors of FUFA Competitions for next season.
The objective is to generate more revenues from the sale of Broadcast to cover the full costs of production, transmission, and TV airtime.
Whereas these are inelastic cost centres, the rest of the monies shall be for rights for the benefit of FUFA, Clubs, Referees, Coaches, and Players amongst others.
Hakim Matovu on Goal Angle camera 3Joyful Ugandans cheer the national team, Uganda Cranes. Fans are pertinent of a football matchFred “Maanso” Ssewankambo in charge of goal angle camera 1
Other Values of Football on Television:
Whereas raising value and hence more revenues is the main objective, FUFA wishes to achieve other objectives such as:
1-Extend viewership of the FUFA Competitions to Homesteads, Offices, Bars, Schools and all other places where masses of people collect;
2-Build the brands of FUFA, Competitions, Clubs, Coaches, Players and Referees;
3-Use the media content for;
a) Performance Analysis of the players and referees;
b) Archiving;
c) Second opinion on matters missed by the match officials;
d) Disciplinary Actions.
Action between Lango Queens and Wakiso Hills at the FUFA Technical Center, Njeru during the FUFA Women Elite League
The capturing moment of live images during a football match
FUFA Procurement Processes:
The FUFA Executive Committee, as mandated, enacted the FUFA Procurement and Disposal Manual and FUFA has also hired a fulltime procurement officer in the names of Isaac Natukunda.
In the process of procuring Satellite Plus Systems for the production of the 94 matches, all FUFA procurement processes were followed.
Also, to note, from the documents at the disposal of FUFA received as part of due diligence, Hon. Eng. Magogo Moses Hassim (the FUFA President) is not one of the owners of the Company neither was he involved in the process of its procurement.
Further to FUFA Circular 1141 the FUFA Executive has decided that in view of the prevailing circumstances the following Competitions for the season 2020/21 have been postponed indefinitely;
1. The StarTimes Uganda Premier League Match Days 27 to 30;
2. The StarTimes FUFA Big League Play offs.
3. The Stanbic Uganda Cup semi-finals and Final.
FUFA will communicate new dates in due course after obtaining the necessary clearance from Government.
Meantime the football family is encouraged to continue observing SOPs and abide by the Presidential Directives and Ministry of Health guidelines.
Together we can stop the spread of the Corona virus.
Head coach Morley Byekwaso has named a 40 man squad for the 2021 CECAFA Senor Challenge Cup to be hosted by Ethiopia.
The tournament is for players below 23 years of age but tournament rules allow three players above that category to feature for any teams.
Uganda will take advantage of this rule and name three senior players for experience and guidance to the youngsters. The senior players named are; Goalkeepers Watenga Ismail (Chippa United FC) and Charles Lukwago (KCCA FC), Striker Yunus Ssentamu (Vipers SC), defender Murushid Juuko (Express FC) and midfielder Saidi Kyeyune (unattached).
It is form this list that three players will be named in the final squad of 23 players for the tournament.
The players will meet at FUFA House in Mengo on Friday 18th June 2021 at 8am and then head to Cranes Paradise Hotel in Kisaasi for residential camp.
The Squad Summoned
Goalkeepers: Watenga Ismail (Chippa United FC), Lukwago Charles (KCCA FC), Otim Dennis (Express FC), Keni Saidi (SC Villa), Kibowa Eric (UPDF FC), Matovu Hassan Muyomba (KCCA FC)
Defenders: Kizito Mugweri Gavin (SC Villa), Begisa James Penz (UPDF FC), Walusimbi Enock (Express FC), Kayondo Abdu Aziizi (Vipers SC), Ndahiro Derrick (SC Villa), Kaddu George (Wakiso Giants FC), Juuko Murushid (Express FC), Musa Ramathan (KCCA FC), Ssemakula Kenneth (BUL FC), Magambo Peter (KCCA FC), Mukundane Hillary (Mbarara City FC)
Tooro United FC and Arua Hill SC have gained promotion to the StarTimes Uganda Premier League for the 2021/2022 season.
Tooro United topped the Rwenzori group with 31 points from 14 matches while Arua Hill finished at the summit of the Elgon group with 30 points.
The confirmation for the promotion of the two teams came after the final round for the regular season which climaxed on Sunday successfully with several matches on card around the country.
Head coach Edward Golola led Tooro United FC back to the Uganda Premier League
Tooro United beat a hard fighting Kigezi HomeBoyz FC 1-0 at the Mutesa II Wankulukukuku stadium without fans because of mitigation for the spread of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Marvin Oshaba scored the all important goal, a well struck penalty in the 27th minute that also condemned Kigezi HomeBoyz FC to relegation.
Action from Tooro United FC vs Kigezi HomeBoyz FC match at Mutesa II stadiumTooro United players and officials celebrate after their promotion to the Star Times Uganda Premier League
Kigezi HomeBoyz FC line that played against Tooro United FC on Sunday
On the other hand, Arua Hill condemned Paidha Black Angels 4-0 at the Barifa play ground in Arua City to seal the direct berth in style.
Rashid Kawawa struck a brace with Gadafi Gadihno and Ceaser Okhuti each adding a goal for Arua Hill.
Arua Hill players celebrate one of their four goals against Paidha Black Angels at Barifa play ground on Sunday (Credit: Arua Hill SC Media)
There will be play-offs at a date yet to be named by FUFA Competitions Department to determine the third side that will make the Uganda Premier League grade.
Head coach Hussein Mbalangu of Arua Hill SC
In the play-offs; Gaddafi FC will take on Nyamityobora FC while Proline FC faces Blacks Power FC to determine the two finalists who will lock horns for the third club to join Tooro United FC and Arua Hill SC.
Tooro United FC will play in the Uganda Premier League next season.
The final game will be between the Rwenzori and Elgon group winners; Tooro United against Arua Hill to decide who the champion of the 2020/2021 StarTimes FUFA Big League season.
Demotion:
Four clubs were relegated after the completion of the regular season. Kigezi Home Boyz as well as Terrazo and Tiles were both in the Rwenzori group.
Mbale Heroes and Paidha Black Angels FC dropped the levels to Regional League from the Elgon group.
Match Day 14 Full Results:
Rwenzori Group:
Tooro United 1-0 Kigezi Home Boyz
Luweero United 0-0 Ndejje University
Nyamityobora 2-0 Terrazo and Tiles
Proline 3-1 Water
Elgon Group:
Calvary 3-2 Gaddafi
Arua Hill 4-0 Paidha Black Angels
Maroons 2-1 Blacks Power
Mbale Heroes 0-0 Kataka
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International Build Up match: South Africa 3-2 Uganda Cranes
Uganda Cranes lost 3-2 to South Africa during an international build up match played at the Orlando stadium on Thursday, 10th June 2021.
Ibrahim Orit and second half substitute Abdul Lumala found the goals for Uganda Cranes in a match played under closed doors because of the Coronavirus pandemic.
Ibrahim Orit celebrates Uganda Cranes opener
Bongokuhle Hlongwane and substitute Evidence Makgopa (brace) replied for the hosts.
Orit gave Uganda Cranes with a diving header off a telling cross from the right by team captain Emmanuel Arnold Okwi in the 18th minute.
Uganda Cranes’ midfielder Shafik Kuchi Kagimu passes the ballUganda Cranes captain Emmanuel Arnold Okwi in possession of the ball
Hlongwane found the equalizer for Bafana Bafana, a few minutes into the second half.
Makgopa then gave the hosts the lead and moments later doubled the advantage to build a two goal lead.
Lumala reduced the deficit to make it 3-2 for the visitors and grant the closing minutes of the game a tense ending.
The game is preparing the two countries for the upcoming FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
Paul Willa (right) in action
Uganda Cranes XI Vs Bafana BafanaSouth Africa XI Vs UgandaUganda and South African teams moments before kick offUganda Cranes Head coach Abdallah Mubiru
The Uganda Cranes delegation to South Africa has quickly acclimatized to the chilly weather conditions prior to the international build up match on Thursday, 10th June 2021.
The team safely traveled aboard Uganda Airlines Bombardier to South Africa on Tuesday morning before they checked in at Protea Hotel Roodepoort in Johannesburg.
The team checks in at the Protea Hotel RoodepoortIsmael Watenga in training with the teammates
As planned, they were joined by the South African based duo of Moses Waiswa (Super Sport United) and goalkeeper Ismael Watenga (Chippa United).
They were well received by former Uganda Cranes captain Denis Onyango.
Later in the evening, the team conducted its very first training session at the SAFA Technical Centre in Johannesburg.
Head coach Abdallah Mubiru is humbled for the smooth preparations thus far and is optimistic about a good performance come to the game on Thursday, 10th June 2021.
Moses Waiswa in trainingAbdul Lumala and team captain Emmanuel Arnold Okwi in training
‘We trained well for a week in Kampala before traveling to South Africa where we reached safely. The morale is high and everyone is mentally and physically ready for the game’ Mubiru disclosed.
One of the youngsters on the team, Allan Okello is more than ready to give 100 percent in the international build up match.
Allan Okello
‘I am happy to be part of the team. I am ready to deliver 100 percent in this match, and so are the rest of the teammates’ Okello noted.
The team will conduct their second and last training session on Wednesday evening under floodlights.
Team captain Emmanuel Arnold Okwi in training The players and officials on board inside the Uganda Airlines Bombardier
The Full Traveling contingent:
Players:
Goalkeepers: Ismael Watenga (Chippa United, South Africa), Mathias Kigonya (Azam, Tanzania), Charles Lukwago (KCCA, Uganda)
Defenders: Paul Willa (Vipers, Uganda), Kizza Mustafa (CF Montreal, Canada), Kayondo Abdu Aziizi (Vipers, Uganda), Walusimbi Enock (Express, Uganda), Juuko Murushid (Express, Uganda), Lwaliwa Halid (Vipers, Uganda), Mbowa Paul Patrick (URA, Uganda), Muhamud Hassan (Police, Uganda)
Midfielders: Lwanga Taddeo (Simba, Tanzania), Byaruhanga Bobosi (Vipers, Uganda), Kagimu Kuchi Shafik (URA, Uganda), Okello Allan (AC Paradou, Algeria), Waiswa Moses Ndhondhi (Super Sport United, South Africa), Lumala Abdul (Pyramids, Egypt), Orit Ibrahim (Vipers, Uganda), Mugulusi Isma (Busoga United, Uganda), Sserwadda Steven (KCCA, Uganda)
Forwards: Emmanuel Arnold Okwi (Captain; Al Ittihad Alexandria Club – Egypt), Mukwala Steven (URA, Uganda), Kakooza Derrick (Police, Uganda)
Some of the players in the waiting lobby
Officials:
Leader of Delegation: Kalibbala Chrizestom
Head coach: Mubiru Abdallah
Assistant coach: Mbabazi Livingstone
Goalkeeping coach: Kajoba Fred
Team Coordinator: Massa Geofrey
Team Doctor: Nakabago Emmanuel
Kit Manager: Bumpenje Frank
Media officer: Batanudde John
National Teams officer: Mukatabala Paul
FUFA Secretariat staff: Bagenayabo Innocent
Delegates: Ngobi Jamal (Eastern Region FA) and Mawadri Charles (West Nile Region FA)
Journalist: Mbabazi Grace
FUFA Official: Ndugga Emmanuel
Team coordinator Geofrey Massa happily joins the players in a training session
Indeed, leadership comes from God. I glorify the Almighty Allah for the wisdom bestowed upon H.E. The President in the appointment of the Cabinet.
This is also to congratulate the various able Ugandans that have been appointed.
With such a team selection, I have no doubt that the Captain (H.E. The President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni) of the team has the tactical and technical diversity to deliver a secured future for our country.
As a Member of Parliament and as a Ugandan, it is my role to support as required.
I pledge to serve and together we can make our country a better place to live.
Hon. Obua Dennis Hamson (Minister of State for Sports)
In a special way, I am excited and I further congratulate Maama Jannet Kataha Museveni (Minister of Education and Sports), Counsel Kiwanuka Kiryowa (Attorney General) and Hon Obua Dennis Hamson (Minister of State for Sports) for their respective appointment.
Counsel Kiwanuka Kiryowa (Attorney General)
I have never been sure that the cause of sport will be addressed like the way I am now.
The Uganda Cranes head coach Abdallah Mubiru has named the final team that will travel to South Africa for the up-coming international build up on 10th June 2021 at the Orlando Stadium, Soweto.
The final team was confirmed after the last training at the MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo on Monday, 7th June 2021.
Uganda Cranes training session at the MTN Omondi Stadium, LugogoAbdul Lumala
There are 23 players on the team with the South African based legion of goalkeeper Ismael Watenga and Moses Waiswa Ndhondhi joining the team in Soweto.
The team flies out tonight aboard Uganda Airlines at 8:40 PM. The leader of delegation is Kalibbala Chrizestom.
South Africa hosts Uganda on 10th June 2021 at the Orlando Stadium in Soweto in an international build-up.
Head coach Abdallah Mubiru
The Full Traveling contingent:
Players:
Goalkeepers: Ismael Watenga (Chippa United, South Africa), Mathias Kigonya (Azam, Tanzania), Charles Lukwago (KCCA, Uganda)
Defenders: Paul Willa (Vipers, Uganda), Kizza Mustafa (CF Montreal, Canada), Kayondo Abdu Aziizi (Vipers, Uganda), Walusimbi Enock (Express, Uganda), Juuko Murushid (Express, Uganda), Lwaliwa Halid (Vipers, Uganda), Mbowa Paul Patrick (URA, Uganda), Muhamud Hassan (Police, Uganda)
Midfielders: Lwanga Taddeo (Simba, Tanzania), Byaruhanga Bobosi (Vipers, Uganda), Kagimu Kuchi Shafik (URA, Uganda), Okello Allan (AC Paradou, Algeria), Waiswa Moses Ndhondhi (Super Sport United, South Africa), Lumala Abdul (Pyramids, Egypt), Orit Ibrahim (Vipers, Uganda), Mugulusi Isma (Busoga United, Uganda), Sserwadda Steven (KCCA, Uganda)
Forwards: Emmanuel Arnold Okwi (Captain; Al Ittihad Alexandria Club – Egypt), Mukwala Steven (URA, Uganda), Kakooza Derrick (Police, Uganda)
Officials:
Leader of Delegation: Kalibbala Chrizestom
Head coach: Mubiru Abdallah
Assistant coach: Mbabazi Livingstone
Goalkeeping coach: Kajoba Fred
Team Coordinator: Massa Geofrey
Team Doctor: Nakabago Emmanuel
Kit Manager: Bumpenje Frank
Media officer: Batanudde John
National Teams officer: Mukatabala Paul
FUFA Secretariat staff: Bagenayabo Innocent
Delegates: Ngobi Jamal (Eastern Region FA) and Mawadri Charles (West Nile Region FA)
