Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC and Uganda Martyrs High School have secured slots into the playoffs of this year’s FUFA Women Super League from Group 1.
Games in group 1 climaxed on Saturday with two games and its Uganda Martyrs High School that sealed their slot to join Kawempe Muslim thanks to their 2-1 win over Tooro Queens.
Spencer Nakacwa and Anita Namata scored goals for the Lubaga based outfit to overcome Tooro Queens who had pulled back through Resty Kobusobozi.
The result meant Uganda Martyrs went level on points with Kawempe Muslim (9) and the two had a superior goal difference ahead of third placed Kampala Queens who also had the same points.
Kampala Queens had won their game against Makerere University coming from behind after Sharon Namatovu had given SHE MAK the lead.
Resty Nanziri and Fauzia Najjemba scored a goal apiece to guide Kampala Queens to victory.
Tooro Queens who had three points finished fourth while Makerere University ended bottom of the log with no point.
Action continues on Moday with Group 2. This has UCU Lady Cardinals, Lady Doves, Isra Soccer Academy, She Corporate and Olila High School.
Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC all but sealed their slot into the Championship playoffs of the 2020/21 FUFA Women Super League after nicking a hard-fought win over Makerere University on Friday.
Allen Nassazi scored the lone goal of the game, coming in the 19th minute and this eventually turned out to be the decisive moment of the game.
Kawempe Muslim players celebrate their goal against Makerere University.
The goal meant Nassazi took her scoring tally to three and she is currently the top scorer.
Despite missing three of their players, Kawempe Muslim held on to seal maximum points.
Striker Juliet Nalukenge and defenders Asia Nakibuuka and Stella Musubika were all not available for Friday’s game.
Makerere University started on the front foot and Rebecca Nakasato nearly scored inside the opening minute of the game but she arrived late and failed to tap home from Amina Nababi’s cross.
Samalie Nakamatte of Makerere University attempts to shoot.
On the other hand, Kawempe got two chances in succession with Margaret Kunihira and Hadijja Nandago all missing.
In the 19th minute, Nassazi beat Makerere University defence for pace before firing a low drive into the right bottom corner.
The second half was largely full of half chances from either side amidst the scorching sunshine but Kawempe Muslim did just enough to earn all three points.
Kawempe Muslim is now top of the table with 9 points and will wait for results from tomorrow’s games.
Both Kampala Queens and Uganda Martyrs are now level on points but Kawempe Muslim has a superior goal difference of five.
Kampala Queens will play Makerere University while Uganda Martyrs take on Tooro Queens on Saturday.
Kawempe Muslim Ladies Starting XI
Juliet Adeke, Shakira Nankwaga, Samalie Nakacwa, Suzan Nalukoda, Aisha Nantongo, Rhoda Nanziri, Shakira Nyinagahirwa, Hadijja Nandago, Allen Nassazi, Sharon Nadunga, Margaret Kunihira
Kampala Queens brightened their chances of qualifying to the playoffs of this year’s FUFA Women Super League after overcoming Tooro Queens on Friday at the FUFA Technical Centre.
Captain Fauzia Najjemba was inspirational on the day, scoring a brace with the second goal coming at the death of the game.
Tooro Queens opened the scores through Mary Kabuculezi with an easy finish inside the area in the 23rd minute.
Mary Kabaculezi (Middle) celebrates after scoring against Kampala Queens
Kampala Queens had the chance to level matters immediately but Najjemba at the mercy of the goalkeeper failed to find the target when Sophia Nakiyingi laid her up.
Najjemba however, paid for her missed effort, converting from the spot after Lillian Mutuuzo was brought down inside the box by defender Jamila Nabulime, four minutes from the break.
Precious Najjemba attempts an acrobat kick
In the second half, Kampala Queens kept surging forward and got a few half chances but lacked calmness inside the area.
On the other hand, Tooro Queens also got several chances, beating the Kamapala Queens defence for pace but still failed to take them away.
Inside the third minute of added time, Najjemba took matters into her own hands to score the winner and send Kampala Queens to six points in three games.
Both Tooro Queens and Kampala Queens will return to action on Saturday with their final group 1 games coming against Uganda Martyrs High School and Makerere University respectively.
The Stanbic Uganda Cup 2021 round of 16 draws were held at FUFA House in Mengo, Kampala on Thursday, April 22, 2021.
FUFA Deputy CEO – Football Decolas Kiiza Hantali, FUFA club licensing manager Ivan Kintu Bayige, Esther Musoke (FUFA Marketing Director), former Uganda Cup winner Andrew Lule and Ahmed Hussein (FUFA Communications Director) conducted the tranquil draw.
In the draws proper, army side UPDF was picked out of the draw casket first with the home fixture against the 2016 champions Vipers at the Army Military Stadium, Bombo.
UPDF Football Club was drawn first
This was followed by the 2019 winners Proline and 1999 champions Mbale Heroes fixture; Onduparaka Vs SC Villa, Wakiso Giants Vs Tooro United, Police Vs Soltilo Bright Stars, Express Vs URA, BUL against Kitara or Kigezi Home Boyz.
The first leg of the Kitara versus Kigezi Home Boyz duel will be played on 29th April 2021.
Esther Musoke, FUFA Competitions Director drew BUL Football Club, against the winner of either Kitara or Kigezi Home BoyzExpress will play URA at the round of 16 stage in the Stanbic Uganda Cup
Kiiza appreciated the different stakeholders that have witnessed the smooth progress of this tournament.
From the Government that blessed the return of sports in the country after a lengthy COVID-19 ban on recreation and sporting events to the club owners, players, media, sponsors, Kiiza was full of praise.
‘We thank the Government that allowed the return of sports; clubs, players, referees, sponsors, media and all key stake holders that have enabled the smooth play of the Stanbic Uganda Cup. We humbly appeal to the clubs to comply with the set regulations’ Kiiza noted.
Decolas Kiiza Hantali, FUFA Deputy CEO – Football
Bayige explained the playing format of the games (home and away) between 1st and 6th May 2021.
‘The Stanbic Uganda Cup round of 16 games will be played on home and away basis between 1st and 6th May 2021’ Bayige confirmed.
Ivan Kintu Bayige, FUFA Club licensing manager
Lule recounted the memories he enjoyed during the times at Express Football Club where he won the trophy twice in 1997 and 2001.
‘It is a big honour to win the Stanbic Uganda Cup. I recall the memories when I guided Express to two titles in 1997 and 2001. My most memorable moment was in 2001 in the semi-finals against KCC. Their player Morley Byekwaso gave me a very big challenge but we managed to win’ Lule stated.
The first and return legs will be played between 1st and 6th May 2021 on a home and away basis.
Stanbic Uganda Bank is the main sponsor of the tournament with Kansai Plascon the other partner.
Full Draws (Round of 16)
UPDF Vs Vipers – Bombo Military Stadium
Proline Vs Mbale Heroes – MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo
Onduparaka Vs SC Villa – AbaBet Green Light Stadium, Arua
Wakiso Giants Vs Tooro United – Kabaka Kyabbagu Stadium, Wakiso
Police Vs Soltilo Bright Stars – MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo
Express Vs URA – Betway Mutesa II Wankukukuku
BUL Vs Kitara or Kigezi Home Boyz- Kyabazinga Stadium, Bugembe
Maroons Vs KCCA – Prisons Stadium, Luzira
*First team on the fixture to host the first leg (Full dates will be confirmed by the FUFA Competitions department)
MAIN PHOTO:Former Uganda Cranes, Uganda Kobs and Express player Andrew Lule with FUFA Marketing Director Esther Musoke during the round of 16 Uganda Cup draws
Kampala Queens earned their first win at the 2020/21 FUFA Women Super League after overcoming Uganda Martyrs on Wednesday.
A late goal from midfielder Rukia Namubiru guided Kampala Queens to victory thus condemning Uganda Martyrs to their first loss.
Namubiru picked the ball outside the area in the 88th minute and looped the ball into the top left corner to give her team a sigh of relief.
Uganda Martyrs will have themselves to blame after missing several goal scoring chances.Catherine Nagadya, Latifa Nakasi and Spencer Nakacwa all came close to scoring but lacked the calmness in front of goal.
Latifa Nakasi(Left) attempts to go past Harriet Nakkuba.
Nagadya went through on goal in the 54th minute but missed the target with goalkeeper Joan Namusisi already beaten.
She also had another attempt in acute angle but her effort went a few inches off target.
Spencer Nakacwa takes on Rukia Namubiru.
With the game destined for the end, Namubiru scored in the 88th minute after capitalizing on a defense lapse by Uganda Martyrs.
Deep into stoppage time, Spencer Nakacwa with an empty net failed to tap home for Uganda Martyrs to at least savage a point.
Kampala Queens now move to three points while Uganda Martyrs drop to second place with six points, same as Kawempe Muslim.
Kawempe Muslim did just enough to overcome new comers Tooro Queens in the first game of matchday three played at the FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.
Allen Nassazi and second half substitute Sharon Nadunga scored a goal in either half to guide the Warriors to a 2-0 win.
Kawempe Muslim players celebrating after scoring.
Tooro Queens were reduced to ten players in the 78th minute when midfielder Resty Kobusobozi was sent.
She had earlier been booked in the first half and brought down Shakira Nyinagahirwa thus referee Habiba Naigaga sending her off.
Resty Kobusobozi was sent off in the second half.
Both Kawempe Muslim and Tooro Queens made one change in the teams that had started their previous games against Uganda Martyrs and Makerere University respectively.
Nassazi started in place of Juliet Nalukenge for Kawempe while Imelda Kasemire replaced Moureen Afoyo for Tooro Queens.
Kawempe took the lead in the 18th minute when Nassazi lashed onto a long ball from Hadijja Nandago to slot past onrushing goalkeeper Gloria Namakula.
Allen Nassazi got injured in the process of scoring.
Four minutes later, Kawempe had the chance to double the lead but Margaret Kunihira who had been fouled in the area failed to convert from the spot.
As Kawempe Muslim kept dominating proceeding, Nassazi nearly found her second on the day but she rushed to shoot rather than commit into the box and her feeble shot was easily collected by the goalkeeper.
Tooro Queens seemed to have improved in the second stanza but failed to get the cutting edge.
Sumaya Komuntale shoots as Samalie Nakacwa closes in.
Nadunga who came on in the 90th minute but the game beyond reach heading home, three minutes after coming on.
Victory means Kawempe Muslim move to six points in three games and will play Makerere University in their final group game on Friday.
Uganda Martyrs High School 1-0 Kawempe Muslim Ladies
Tooro Queens 1-0 Makerere University
Tooro Queens FC made a perfect start to life in the FUFA Super League after overcoming Makerere University (SHE MAK) on Tuesday at the FUFA Technical Centre Njeru.
Substitute Ruth Nyakato scored the lone goal of the game deep into stoppage time to guide Tooro Queens to victory.
In a closely contested affair, Makerere University seemed an improved side from the previous game against Uganda Martyrs, creating several chances but were wasteful in the final third.
Moureen Afoyo of Tooro Queens takes on Josephine Ndagire
Equally Tooro Queens got chances to break the deadlock but lacked the cutting edge.
The first chance of the game fell to Joanita Ainembabazi in the 13th minute when Resty Kobusobozi’s defence splitting pass set her through on goal but she failed to control the ball.
Amina Nababi too had an effort at goal before the break but she was denied by the woodwork with goalkeeper Gloria Namakula already beaten.
Amina Nababi attempts to go past Resty Kobusobozi
Makerere University dominated proceedings in the second half but like it was the case in the opening stanza, they lacked efficiency.
Josephine Ndagire, Samali Nakamatte and Sharon Namatovu all had attempts at goal for the University side.
Nyakato came on in the 85th minute and scored the decisive goal six minutes later. She caught Makerere on the blind side and easily tapped home from Imelda Kasemire’s lay-up.
The results means Makerere have no point from two games while Tooro Queens now have three, same as Kawempe Muslim who lost 1-0 to Uganda Martyrs High School.
Action continues on Wednesday with Kampala Queens facing group 1 leaders Uganda Martyrs while Kawempe Muslim will take on Tooro Queens.
Uganda Martyrs High School 1-0 Kawempe Muslim Ladies
Uganda Martyrs High School stunned Record Champions Kawempe Muslim on Tuesday to take advantage in group 1 of the 2020/21 FUFA Women Super League.
Skipper and defender Gloria Namugerwa struck home the lone goal of the game midway through the first half.
Uganda Martyrs players celebrate after scoring against Kawempe Muslim
The decisive moment came in the 23rd minute when Spencer Nakacwa was fouled just outside the area by Asia Nakibuuka.
Namugerwa’s free kick from about 20 yards beat goalkeeper Juliet Adeke who literally remained glued to the goal line.
Catherine Nagadya nearly double the lead a minute later with her ferocious strike inside the area parried away by Adeke.
Catherine Nagadya in action against Kawempe Muslim
Kawempe Muslim were largely on the back foot in the game and a shadow of what they had produced in the first game against Kampala Queens.
The frontline of Juliet Nalukenge, Margaret Kunihira and Hadijja Nnadago lacked the cutting edge with the Uganda Martyrs backline defending relentlessly.
Asia Nakibuuka chest controls the ball as Anita Namata closes in
The Lubaga based outfit nearly got the second goal towards the end when Spencer Nakacwa went through on goal but chose to lay up Latifa Nakasi who missed.
Uganda Martyrs now lead group 1 with six points in two games while Kampala Muslim drop to second place on 3 points.
Kawempe Muslim will face Tooro Queens on Wednesday while Uganda Martyrs will take on wounded Kampala Queens.
Kawempe Muslim Ladies put up a brilliant performance to dispatch Kampala Queens in the second game as the 2020/21 FUFA Women Super League got underway on Monday at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.
Goals from Margaret Kunihira, Rhoda Nanziri, Hadijja Nandago and second half substitute Allen Nassazi ensured Kawempe Muslim earned a comfortable win.
Kawempe Muslim players celebrate one of the goals against Kampala Queens
Kunihira opened the scores as early as the fourth minute when she found space inside the area to slot home.
Kampala Queens overcame the early nerves and grew in confidence as the game progressed. Rukia Namubiru, Fauzia Najjemba and Lillian Mutuuzo had attempts but all failed to find the target.
Samalie Nakacwa brings down Fauzia Najjemba
Sharon Naddunga nearly doubled the lead for Kawempe Muslim in the 16th minute but her low drive went a few inches wide.
A minute later, Juliet Nalukenge also got a chance but she shot direct at goalkeeper Joan Namusisi.
At the other end, Najjemba was fouled outside the area by skipper Aisha Nantongo but the resultant free kick taken by Namubiru was poor.
Kampala Queens had a good start to the second half with the introduction of Sophia Nakiyingi and they seemed to be on top.
Asia Nakibuuka controls the ball in the presence of Resty Nanziri
Nakiyingi at the mercy of an empty net failed to tap home when Lillian Mutuuzo skinned through Kawempe Muslim back line to set up the former in the 62nd minute.
They were penalized for their wastefulness with Kawempe Muslim going the other end to score through midfielder Rhoda Nanziri.
Substitute Nassazi who replaced Naddunga in the 67th minute scored three minutes after coming on, heading home from Samalie Nakacwa’s corner kick delivery to stretch the lead.
With two minutes on the clock, Nandago put the game to bed with an easy tap in after being teed up by Nalukenge.
Kawempe Muslim Ladies celebrate the fourth goal.
Kawempe Muslim will return to action on Tuesday against Uganda Martyrs High School who won 1-0 against Makerere University.
Kampala Queens on the other hand will seek redemption on Wednesday against Uganda Martyrs High School.
Kawempe Muslim Starting XI
Juliet Adeke, Samlie Nakacwa, Asia Nakibuuka, Aisha Nantongo, Shakirah Nankwanga, Rhoda Nanziri, Shakira Nyinagahirwa, Hadijjah Nandago, Juliet Nalukenge, Sharon Naddunga, Margaret Kunihira
Substitutes
Diana Natukunda, Rehema Nabulya, Susan Nalukoda, Allen Nassazi, Hauma Kampi
The Head Coach of the Uganda Men’s National team, Johnathan McKinstry, has today reached an agreement with FUFA to bring an end to his 18 months at the helm of the Uganda Cranes.
FUFA would like to thank Coach McKinstry and his staff for the work and dedication to developing the Uganda Cranes during their tenure.
Coach McKinstry departs Uganda having won 2 in every 3 games played, recording a 67% WIN rate from the 18 games he has overseen – including 12 wins, 3 draws and only 3 defeats.
In addition to this, Coach McKinstry guided Uganda to victory in the CECAFA Challenge Cup 2019 where Uganda won all of the games contested, for only the second time in their history.
We would like to thank Coach McKinstry for the professionalism demonstrated during his employment with FUFA, and we wish him well in all his future endeavours.
Uganda results under Johnathan McKinstry
13/10/2019
Ethiopia
0 – 1
Uganda
19/10/2019
Uganda
3 – 0
Burundi
13/11/2019
Burkina Faso
0 – 0
Uganda
17/11/2019
Uganda
2 – 0
Malawi
07/12/2019
Uganda
2 – 1
Burundi
09/12/2019
Somalia
0 – 2
Uganda
11/12/2019
Eritrea
0 – 2
Uganda
15/12/2019
Uganda
4 – 1
Djibouti
17/12/2019
Uganda
1 – 0
Tanzania
19/12/2019
Uganda
3 – 0
Eritrea
12/11/2020
Uganda
1 – 0
South Sudan
16/11/2020
South Sudan
1 – 0
Uganda
01/01/2021
Cameroon
1 – 1
Uganda
04/01/2021
Zambia
0 – 2
Uganda
07/01/2021
Niger
0 – 3
Uganda
18/01/2021
Rwanda
0 – 0
Uganda
22/01/2021
Uganda
1 – 2
Togo
26/01/2021
Uganda
2 – 5
Morocco
Kampala, Uganda. 19 Dec 2019. Johnathan McKinstry (Head Coach, Uganda) with the winner’s trophy. Uganda v Eritrea, Final, CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup 2019. Star Times Stadium at Lugogo. Uganda win 3-0, and claim their 15th CECAFA title (but only the 2nd where they have done so without losing any games in the tournament). Credit: XtraTimeSports (Darren McKinstry)
Johnathan McKinstry (Head Coach, Uganda) with the winner’s trophy, CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup 2019. Uganda win 3-0, and claim their 15th CECAFA title, but only the 2nd where they have done so without losing any games in the tournament. Credit: XtraTimeSports (Darren McKinstry)
Makerere University WFC 0-1 Uganda Martyrs High School, Lubaga
The 2020/21 FUFA Women Super League officially got underway on Monday morning with the first game of the season pitting Uganda Martyrs High School against Makerere University in Group 1.
In a closely contested affair, Uganda Martyrs earned a hard-fought win thanks to Kevin Nakacwa’s goal from the spot in the second half.
Uganda Martyrs captain Gloria Namugerwa (blue jersey) attempts to clear the ball as Makerere University forward Rebecca Nakasaato closes in.
The decisive moment came in the 70th minute when Stella Namisango fouled Anita Namata inside the box and referee Anna Akoyi pointed to the spot.
Nakacwa converted the resultant penalty and this eventually turned out to be the only goal of the game.
Uganda Martyrs started on the front foot making several inroads but they lacked effectiveness in the final third and most of their efforts were foiled by a resilient Makerere University backline.
Uganda Martyrs High School winger Catherine Nagadya controls the ball.
As early as the 5th minute, Latifa Nakasi who was the top scorer last season with six goals had her effort sail over the goal area.
Catherine Nagadya and Spencer Nakacwa too came close but failed to find the target.
On the other hand, Makerere University too grow in confidence and had attempts at goal through Rebecca Nakasaato and Jemima Twesigye.
Makerere called for the first change ten minutes into the second half with Samali Nakamatte replacing Carol Anyango.
On the other hand, Uganda Martyrs too made changes bringing on Shamusa Najjuma, Esther Naluyimba and Brenda Munyana for Latifa Nakasi, Catherine Nagadya and Spencer Nakacwa in that order.
Uganda Martyrs High School will return to action on Tuesday against Kawempe Muslim Ladies while Makerere University will face Tooro Queens.
Group 1: Kawempe Muslim Ladies, Kampala Queens, Makerere University WFC, Uganda Martyrs High School Lubaga, Tooro Queens
Group 2: She Corporate, Lady Doves, UCU Lady Cardinals, Isra Soccer Academy, Olila High School
Monday, 19th April 2021 | FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru
Uganda Martyrs High School, Lubaga vs Makerere University WFC – 9am
Kawempe Muslim Ladies vs Kampala Queens – Midday
Games will be live on UBC TV
Women’s Football in Uganda will return for the first time after a year of no action due to the outbreak of COVID-19. The 2019/20 season was cancelled when the Government put a halt on sports activities in the country.
After 13 months of no action, the 2020/21 FUFA Women Super League will kick-start the resumption of Women’s Football with the season getting underway on Monday, 19th April at the FUFA Technical Centre.
The prevailing circumstances in regard to COVID-19 brought about changes in the playing format with the ten teams divided into two groups of five and all games played at one venue (FUFA Technical Centre).
Group 1 that has Kawempe Muslim Ladies, Uganda Martyrs High School WFC, Kampala Queens, Tooro Queens and Makerere University WFC will get the new season underway.
FUFA in partnership with National Broadcaster, UBC will televise the games live, the first of its kind in Women’s football in Uganda.
The new season will start with Uganda Martyrs High School, Lubaga taking on Makerere University (SHE MAK) while Kampala Queens will face record Champions Kawempe Muslim Ladies.
Uganda Martyrs High School coach Rogers Nkugwa is optimistic that his team will start on a positive note.
‘The players are ready and we have prepared them very well. Our target is to start with victory and that will give us momentum ahead of the next games.’ He said.
His counterpart, Fred Ndawula of Makerere University equally believes the result from the first game is important and wants hopes his charges can fight for a good outcome.
‘The first game in such a format is important. We want to start on a high and that can be a springboard to even better performances.’
Kawempe Muslim will be without head coach Ayub Khalifa Kiyingi who is part of the National Teams scouting group and his assistant, Moses Nkata will be in the dugout.
Nkata is unfazed with the absence of his master and insists there will not be any effect.
‘We have been together for a long time with him (Kiyingi) and the great understanding we have over the years definitely makes us more of the same. Therefore, I’m sure the players will go out to make sure the team wins,’ Nkata stated.
Kampala Queens on the other hand also made changes in the technical team with Isma Mukiibi replacing Faridah Bulega.
Mukiibi will have the task of guiding the team to their first silverware but insists he will take one game at a time.
‘The new format is tricky and therefore we must think of one game at a time. The target is to the Championship playoffs first before we can think of the title.’
The top two teams in each group will advance to the Championship playoffs while the bottom placed teams after the groups stage will also be subjected to a playoff to determine the team that will be relegated.
St. Lawrence successfully defended the National Beach Soccer League after clinching the 2021 edition played at the FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.
Right from onset St. Lawrence were dominant and managed to win 8 of the 9 games played to garner 27 points, five ahead of second placed Buganda Royal BSC.
St. Lawrence BSC players pose for a photo moment.
The 2021 League witnessed six teams taking part and all games played at the newly commissioned Beach Soccer Facility at the FUFA Technical Centre.
This is the third time that St. Lawrence are winning the League following 2013 and 2019.
Awards
Champions – St. Lawrence University BSC
MVP – Ambrose Kigozi (Buganda Royal BSC)
Top Scorer – Swalleh Ssimbwa (St. Lawrence BSC, 30 goals)
Best Goalkeeper – Ronald Mutebi (St. Lawrence BSC)
Coach of the Tournament – Davis Nnono (St. Lawrence BSC)
Fair Play Award –Adam Kato (MUBS BSC)
Best V of the tournament
Ronald Mutebi (St. Lawrence BSC)
Davis Kasujja (MUBS BSC)
Rica Byaruhanga (St. Lawrence BSC)
Ambrose Kigozi (Buganda Royal BSC)
Swalleh Ssimbwa (St. Lawrence BSC)
Tournament Pictorial
Action between St. Lawrence BSC and Entebbe SharksDavis Kasujja of MUBS BSC was named in the team of the tournament.
UBSA Vice- Chairman, Peter Sseguya hands over the MVP award to Ambrose Kigozi.
UBSA Vice-Chairman, Peter Sseguya hands over the goalkeeper of the tournament award to Ronald Mutebi.FUFA 2nd Vice President, Darius Mugoye hands over a ball and certificate of particiation to Kiringete BSC CEO, Faridah T Nasejje.Adam Kato was awarded with the Fair Play award.FUFA 2nd Vice President, Darius Mugoye hands over a ball and certificate of participation to Entebbe Sharks.Hassan Ali (in white) takes on Suileman Thembo of Kirigente BSCSwaibu Kakwaya of Buganda Royal jumps high as Rajab Okello of Entebbe Sharks BSC closes in.
Another icon of Ugandan football draws the curtains to such an illustrious career with the Uganda Cranes.
Denis Masinde Onyango has been the best goalkeeper I have watched in the World. For those who follow, it is not the first time I am saying this. We have always been sure that there is Denis to carry the team when it needed the goalkeeper.
He has been a great athlete, disciplined sportsman and patriotic footballer. He has taken choice to retire and we should celebrate him for the hard decision. If you asked me, he is one of those few players that should have stayed forever but we have to accept that players come and go. It is just human. Denis wanted to announce his retirement in Malawi immediately after the game but was advised to hold on for a better timing. There was always not going to be the right timing for Denis to retire. FUFA took a decision to organize testimonial matches for national team players who retire after 8 years of service or those that have put indelible marks to the team as decided by the FUFA Executive.
Definitely Onyango will have the option to take the testimonial match at the right timing.
I wish Denis the best of the rest his athletic football career and hope the game retains him to serve it in different capacities.
The FUFA Electoral Committee has released provisional results of elections conducted over the weekend at the grassroots levels in all the FUFA 8 Football Regions.
The voting exercise started with the elections at the District Football Associations and will be followed by the Regional level before climaxing with election of FUFA President and the Executive by the General Assembly by 31st August 2021.
The Chairman FUFA Electoral Committee Mathias Bwire says that he is happy with the process so far and they on course with the roadmap released to football stakeholders.
The exercise over the weekend centred on; Election of District Chairpersons and appointment of Executive Committees, District SIGs (Players, Coaches and Referees) and District Delegates to Regional FA Assembles.
The 8 FUFA regions are; West Nile, Northern, North East, Eastern, Buganda, Kampala, Western and Kitara.
Teams that advanced to round of 16 with Aggregate scores in brackets
Wakiso Giants FC 3-1 Water FC (Wakiso Giants FC, 5-2)
Police FC 5-1 Calvary FC, (Police FC, 10-1)
Luwero United FC 0-1 Onduparaka FC (Onduparaka FC, 1-0)
Nyamityobora FC 0-1 KCCA (KCCAFC, 5-2)
Tooro United FC 3-1 Kataka FC (Tooro United FC, 3-2)
Express FC 1-0 Kyetume FC (Express FC, 3-2)
MYDA 3-1 Proline (Proline FC, 5-4)
Maroons FC 6-0 Terrazo and Tiles FC (A Maroons FC, 7-1)
Busoga United FC 1-2 Vipers SC (Vipers SC, 5-1)
Mbarara City FC 0-1 URA FC (URA FC, 1-0)
BUL FC 2-0 Blacks Power FC (BUL FC, 4-0)
With the double legged round of 32 for the Stanbic Uganda Cup set to climax, several Star Times Uganda Premier League clubs have already been confirmed for the next round (stage of 16).
Scintillating action has been witnessed with great goals scored in varying styles and fashions.
The traditional giants Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA), Express, Vipers, BUL, Wakiso Giants, Police, Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) and Onduparaka are some of the Star Times Uganda Premier League clubs already assured of slots in the round of 16.
2019 winners Proline FC, Maroons FC, Tooro United FC are the second division clubs in the round that comes before the quarter finals.
Goals have rained with justification from Police who qualified 10-1 on aggregate over Yumbe’s Calvary.
Maroons have been the other high scoring side at the round of 32. After a 2 all draw in the first leg with Terrazo and Tiles, Maroons were ruthless in the return leg at Luzira, humiliating the visitors 6-0.
Vipers eliminated Busoga United 5-1 over the two legs. During the return leg, Vipers overcame Busoga United 2-1 with Yunus Ssentamu and Lawrence Tezikya on target for the visitors.
Isaac Wagoina scored Busoga United’s goal.
KCCA, like Wakiso Giants both qualified with a familiar 5-2 aggregate score-line apiece.
Wakiso Giants won the first leg at Kavumba 2-1 and the return leg 3-1 at their Kabaka Kyabaggu fortress.
KCCA needed a late Charles Lwanga goal to completed the double over Nyamityobora as they won 1-0 at the Kakyeka Stadium, Mbarara City.
Charles Lwanga (left) joined by a teammates to celebrate their goal in the second leg against Nyamityobora (Credit: KCCA FC Media)
There were close contests like in the contests when URA eliminated Mbarara City.
The first leg ended goal-less in Bombo before Brian Majwega inspired the tax collectors to a 1-0 win away at the Kakyeka Stadium in Mbarara City.
Similarly, Express’ 3-2 aggregate win over Kyetume was not a mere walk in the park.
The Red Eagles came from two goals down to draw with Kyetume 2-all during the first leg at FUFA Technical Center, Njeru before Express won the subsequent return leg 1-0 courtesy of a late- late penalty by Frank Kalanda.
Onduparaka advanced to the round of 16 with a 1-0 aggregate win over Luwero United.
The return leg had to be delayed by 24 hours because of a heavy rainstorm in Luwero before the Catarpillars edged their counterparts 1-0 courtesy of a late strike by Ali Mukiibi.
More games to completed the round will be played on Sunday, 11th April 2021.
Sports Club Villa have a goal deficit from their first leg at home in Bombo when they visit Ndejje University at the Arena of Visions.
Brian Ssali of Ndejje University and SC Villa’s Garvin Kizito vie for the ball during the first leg. Both sides return to action on Sunday, 11th April 2021.
Elsewhere, Soltilo Bright Stars host Paidha Black Angels in the return leg with Paidha Black Angels having a 1-0 advantage.
In Mbale at the Municipal Stadium, Mbale Heroes will entertain Gaddafi.
Gaddafi won the first leg 1-0 after Joel Madondo’ spenalty separated both sides at the Kyabazinga Stadium, Bugembe.
The competition is organized by the FUFA Competitions Department.
Stanbic Bank is the headline sponsor with Kansai Plascon the new partners on board.
UBC TV has been broadcasting live a particular game per given match day.
Meanwhile, the round of 16 draws will be conducted in the coming future.
All 1st Leg results
Terrazo and Tiles 1-1 Maroons FC
Onduparaka FC 0-0 Luwero United FC
Vipers SC 3-0 Busoga United FC
Blacks Power FC 0-2 BUL FC
Water FC 1-2 Wakiso Giants FC
Police FC 5-0 Calvary FC
Sc Villa0-1 Ndejje University FC
Proline FC 4-1 MYDA FC
Gadafi FC 1-0 Mbale Heroes FC
Kyetume FC 2-2 Express FC
Kataka FC 1-0 Tooro United FC
URA FC 0-0 Mbarara City FC
Paidha Black Angels FC 1-0 Soltilo Bright Stars FC
KCCA FC 4-2 Nyamityobora FC
The 2020/2021 Stanbic Uganda Cup kicked off on Easter Monday with six games on card.
This year’s tournament has only teams from the Uganda Premier League and FUFA Big League.
The change in playing format is as a result of the Covid-19 global pandemic that had left out the lower division teams (Regional and district teams) from taking part in the most prestigious knout tournament in Uganda.
Main Photo: Action between Busoga United and Vipers at the FUFA Technical Center, Njeru on Friday, 9th April 2021. Vipers won the game 2-1 to advance 5-1 on aggregate (Credit: Vipers SC Media)
Incumbent FUFA President, Eng. Moses Magogo has on Tuesday declared intentions to contest as head of the football governing body in Uganda.
Mr. Magogo revealed this during the Quarterly FUFA-Media engagement held at Jevine Hotel in Rubaga, Kampala.
FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo addressing the media at Jevine Hotel, Rubaga.
He started by indicating that the current term will come to an end in August this year and thereafter confirmed his intention to seek for a third stint.
‘FUFA elections have begun and my term as the President of the Federation comes to an end on the 31st of August 2021. I am going to stand for another term. I told you when the right moment comes, I will announce and this is the time to declare,’ he revealed.
FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo stressing a point.
Having assumed power in 2013, the incumbent President believes he has the experience and ideas to take the game to another level given the added benefit of being a Member of Parliament.
Magogo was elected MP for Budiope East in January to the 11th Parliament.
‘I believe we have the ideas and experience. Going to Parliament helps football because there are certain things that we can only get in Parliament. We have done our first and second phase and now we want to go the third phase which is going to the 2026 FIFA World Cup’ said Magogo.
FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo listening during the Quarterly media engagement.
The President stated that football should be safeguarded amidst the political tensions and promised a free and fair election process.
‘There are going to be very many political emotions, let us be aware of them and remain careful that football must continue to exist. Anybody who uses the politics to solve or to undermine football on the pitch, we shall stand up to them. There is a habit of politicians wanting to attract football into the politics. We shall come up and apply the rules and regulations irrespective of your political ambitions. We will organize free and fair elections and ensure that the rules are followed as they are.’
From Left to Right: FUFA 1st Vice President, Justus Mugisha, FUFA President, Eng. Moses Magogo and FUFA Deputy CEO-Football, Decolas Kiiza.
He emphasized that the existing procedures will be followed to make sure the process is smooth and devoid of blemish right from the District to National level.
‘There is a process. There are procedures and these have been in existence for the last ten years. Let us follow the rules and condemn those who do nor follow them. The process has already started, from the Districts to Regional and then National level. If you think you want to become FUFA President, come and stand, add value, do not distort what has been achieved. Nobody is going to be victimised for intentions to stand’ He stated.
Under the reign of Mr. Magogo as President, FUFA has registered several success stories in different areas such as Governance, football development, equipment & infrastructure, National & Representative teams, Competitions, Marketing & Communications, Finance & Administration plus Membership.
