South Sudan booked a berth into the quarterfinals of the 2019 CECAFA U-20 Challenge Cup after registering a 3-0 win against Somalia at the FUFA Technical Center, Njeru on Wednesday.
A goal apiece from captain Daniel Samuel Solongo, Jospeh Stephen Dhata and Makweth Akeen Wol ensured South Sudan picked maximum points to finish top in group C.
Action between Somalia and South Sudan at the FUFA Technical Centre, NjeruSouth Sudan overcame Somalia 3-0 to seal a quarter final berth
They garnered four points in two games but had a superior goal difference over second placed Burundi who also had the same points.
It should be noted that Burundi and South Sudan shared spoils in a three all draw and the former defeated Somalia 2-0.
This therefore means, South Sudan end the group stage with one more goal but both qualify for the quarterfinal stage.
The duo joins Eritrea, Sudan and Uganda from group A plus Tanzania and Kenya that have already sealed their slots.
The final slot is up for grabs between Zanzibar and Ethiopia who play Tanzania and Kenya respectively on Thursday.
Zanzibar have three points after defeating Ethiopia while the latter need at least to win against Kenya to stand any chance.
Uganda Hippos and Sudan U-17 settled for a 2 all draw in the final group A at the Pece War Memorial Stadium, Gulu on Wednesday.
Steven Sserwadda and Bright Anukani scored in either halves for a 2-0 lead.
Uganda Hippos players celebrate their opening goalSteven Sserwadda in action against Sudan
Ammar Mohamed Kannou and a late Muhamed Abbas Namir’s stunning strike brought Sudan back to the square one.
In the earlier match, Eritrea ejected Djibouti 7-0.
From group A, Eritrea, Sudan and Uganda make the quarter final grade.
Uganda Hippos XI
Team Line Ups:
Uganda Hippos XI:
Denis Otim (GK) Joseph Kafumbe, Abdul Aziz Kayondo, Gavin Kizito Mugweri (Captain), Kenneth Semakula, Bright Anukani, Hassan Ssenyonjo, Ivan Asaba, Steven Sserwadda, Happy Sadat Anaku, Sadam Masereka
Subs: Jack Komakech (GK), Patrick Mubiru (GK), Kevin Ssekimbegge, Robert Kitabalwa, Isma Mugulusi, Derrick Kigundu, Ivan Bogere, Najib Yiga
Absent: Justine Opiro
Head coach: Morley Byekwaso
Sudan U-20 Team
Sudan XI:
Mohammed Elnoor Adam (G.K), Ammar Mohamed Kannou, Mohamed Osama Ali (Captain), Moumen Esam, Shihab Eldeen Siddiq Abdalrahman, Mohammed Abbas Namir, John Otengal Khames, Musab Kurdman Elsiddiq, Ibrahim Mohamed Elfaki, Ammar Yaser Aboalqaseem, Wagealla Gafar Elami
Live streaming on official FUFA facebook page and live radio broadcast on 102.1 FUFA f.m
Uganda Hippos head coach Morley Byekwaso has confirmed the starting line up to face Sudan in the final group A clash at the Pece War Memorial Stadium on Wednesday afternoon.
There are three changes to the team that started against Djibouti in the second game on Monday.
In comes Joseph Kafumbe, Bright Anukani, Sadat Happy Anaku and Sadam Masereka. Kafumbe, Anukani and Masereka start their first game at the championship.
Goalkeeper Denis Otim maintains his slot in between the goal posts. Abdul Aziz Kayondo is maintained at left back and so is the central defence pairing of captain Gavin Kizito and Kenneth Ssemakula. It is a compact midfield department that has Bright Anukani, Hassan Ssenyonjo, Ivan Asaba, Steven Sserwadda and Sadam Masereka.
Happy Sadat Anaku will play the lead striking role.
Uganda Hippos has already progressed to the knock out stage and needs maximum points to top group A.
This match will be streamlined live on the official FUFA face book page and broadcast live on 102.1 FUFA f.m.
Hippos Starting XI Vs Sudan (Shirt Numbers in Brackets):
Denis Otim-GK (1), Joseph Kafumbe (14), Kayondo Aziz Abdul(3), Gavin Kizito (5), Kenneth Semakula (4), Bright Anukani (6),Hassan Ssenyonjo (12), Ivan Asaba (11), Steven Sserwadda (8), Sadat Anaku Happy (10), Sadam Masereka (20)
Subs: Jack Komakech-GK (18), Patrick Mubiru-GK (19), Kevin Ssekimbegge (2), Robert Kitabalwa (16), Isma Mugulusi (15), Derrick Kigundu (13) , Ivan Bogere (9), Najib Yiga (7)
Uganda U-17 Girls’ national team humiliated Comoros 20-00 during a one-sided COSAFA U-17 Girls Championship group A contest at the Anjalay Stadium, Mauritius on Tuesday.
Skipper Juliet Nalukenge continued with her scoring spree at the tournament scoring seven goals today to take her tally to 15 and regain the lead in the top scorers’ race.
Juliet Nalukenge aiming to take a shot during the match against Comoros
Margaret Kunihira too was impressive on the day scoring five goals while Fauzia Najjemba and diminutive midfielder Shakira Nyinagahirwa added a double brace (four goals) and a hat-trick respectively.
Right-back Gillian Akadinda also spared time to move forward and get onto the score sheet in a one-sided affair.
Uganda led 14-00 by the half time break before the rest of the goals coming in the subsequent half.
A dominant display saw Uganda whitewash minnows Comoros winning the last group game 20-0 to eventually top group A.
Margret Kunihira (Right) taking on a Comoros defenderL-R Fauzia Najjemba, Shakira Nyinagahirwa, Juliet Nalukenge, and Margret Kunihira with their balls after scoring hat-trick in the match against Comoros
The victory meant Uganda ascended to the summit of group A on superior goal difference scoring a total of 32 goals in three games, eleven more than Zambia who also finished with seven points.
‘We came in the match to score as many goals as possible and it’s what my players have done. Now all our focus in on semifinals. The other three teams may be good but we are better.’ Said Uganda Girls U17 head coach Ayub Khalifa
Uganda U17 Head Coach Ayub Khalifa during the post-match press conference
Nalukenge was named player of the match and also awarded a match ball. Najjemba, Nyinagahirwa, and Kunihira too were given match balls.
Juliet Nalukende receiving her player of the match award and a ball for a hat-trick
Uganda will face Botswana in the semifinals on Friday 27th September 2019.
Changes:
Ayub Khalifa made a double change immediately after the break when he brought on Sumayah Komuntale for Shakirah Nyinagahirwa and Moureen Nangonzi for Kevin Naklacwa. In the 70th minute, Catherine Nagadya came in for Samali Nakacwa.
Uganda XI
Daphine Nyayenga (GK), Gilian Akadinda, Patricia Akiror, Stella Musubika, Bira Nadunga, Kevin Nakachwa, Margaret Kunihira, Samalie Nakachwa, Juliet Nalukenge, Fauzia Najjemba, Shakira Nyinagahirwa
Substitutes
Joan Namusisi (GK), Gift Nasasira (GK), Catherine Nagadya, Moureen Nangonzi, Precious Atwiine, Cissy Kabarwani, Hadijah Nandago, Zaitun Namaganda
(L-R) Uganda Girls U17 National Team technical bench Team trainerOlive Mbekeka, Goalkeeping coach James Magala, Assistant coach Hadijah Namuyanja and Head Coach Ayub Khalifa
MAIN PHOTO: Juliet Nalukenge aiming to take a shot during the match against Comoros
Uganda Girls U17 National Team head coach Ayub Khalifa has made one change in the starting line up for the COSAFA Girls U17 Championship Group A match against Comoros at Anjalay National Stadium in Belle Vue Mauritius on Tuesday afternoon.
Kawempe Muslim midfielder Samali Nakacwa replaces Zaitun Namaganda in the starting list.
Namaganda had started in all the two previous games.
The team has already stepped into the semis with 4 points and 12 goals from two matches, however, the struggle is to top the group with Superior goal difference against Zambia.
‘Our players know what we need from this game. They are all focused and ready to set new records in the tournament.’ Said Ayub during the pre-match press conference.
The match kicks off at 3:00 pm (2:00 pm EAT).
Uganda Girls Starting list:
Daphine Nyayenga (GK) (Uganda Martyrs HS), Gillian Akadinda (Olila HS), Patricia Akiror (Masaka SS), Stella Musibika (Kawempe Muslim SS), Bira Nadunga (Olila High School), Kevin Nakacwa (Uganda Martyrs), Margret Kunihira (Kawempe Muslim SS), Shakira Nyinagahirwa (Kawempe Muslim SS), Juliet Nalukenge (Captain – Kawempe MuslimSS), Fauzia Najjemba (Mukono High School), Samali Nakacwa (Kawempe Muslim SS)
Subs:
Joan Namusisi (GK) (Mukono HS), Gift Nasasira (GK) (Gadafi Integrated), Catherine Nagadya (Katuuso Community SS), Sumayah Komuntale (King of Kings), Moureen Nangonzi (Mukono HS), Precious Atwiine (Up Hill College), Cissy Kabarwani (King of Kings), Hadijah Nandago (Kawempe Muslim SS), and Zaitun Namaganda (Taggy High School)
Burundi sealed a berth into the knockout phase of the 2019 CECAFA U20 Challenge Cup after picking a hard-fought win against Somalia.
A closely contested encounter played at the FUFA Technical Centre in Njeru on Monday saw Burundi win 2-1 and make it to the quarterfinal stage.
Burundi had earned a point in their opening game against South Sudan and a 2-1 victory against Somalia meant they advanced to the next stage.
Players of Burundi celebrate one of their goals at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru
It should be noted that group C has only three teams and the top two qualify to the quarterfinals.
Captain Hamimu Hakizimana and Louis Romeo Ndunimana scored a goal apiece for Burundi while second-half substitute Ahmed Abdullahi Abdi got the consolation for Somalia.
Hakizimina opened the scores in the 40th minute with his low strike just outside the area going past goalkeeper Said Aweys Ali.
In the 56th minute, Ndunimana doubled the lead for Burundi capitalizing poor marking by Somalia’s defence.
With the game destined for the end, Abdi pulled one back for Somalia who now has to win against South Sudan on Wednesday to stand any chance of qualifying to the next stage.
Action between Somalia and Burundi at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru
In group A, hosts Uganda outwitted Djibouti 5-1 to go top on four points while Sudan and Eritrea settled for a three all draw in a thrilling encounter played at Pece War Memorial Stadium in Gulu.
Action will resume on Tuesday with group B fixture at the FUFA Technical Centre. Kenya will face Tanzania while Zanzibar will play Ethiopia.
Somalia Starting XI
Said Aweys Ali, Ali Adde Ahmed, Adiwali Abdirahman Mohamed, Ayman Mohamed Hussein, Suleiman Sidail Abdi, Ali Omor Ali, Mahad Hussein Basey, Feisal Ahmed Hassan (C), Nor Omar Haydar, Farhan Mohamed Hassan, Masiah Hassan Sabrie
Somalia XI that started against Burundion Monday at the FUFA Technical Centre.Burundi XI against Somalia
Burundi Starting XI
Karim Munezero, Amissi Ntunzwenimana, Japhet Niyera, Giggs Ishimwe, Musore Prince Michel, Medel Akbar, Hamimu Hakizimana, Christian Kanyamuneza, Louis Romeo Ndunimana, Karim Niyonkuru, Yassin Dushime
It was a tough game although they won. I’m happy that we collected maximum points and we are through to the next stage.
MAIN PHOTO: Burundian players celebrating one of their goals against Somalia on Monday
It was a goal galore at the Pece War Memorial Stadium in Gulu as the Uganda U-20 national team (Uganda Hippos) humiliated Djibouti 5-1 during a group A contest at the 2019 CECAFA Challenge Cup on Monday.
Steven Sserwadda (brace), Ivan Bogere, Isma Mugulusi and Justine Opiro were on target for Uganda.
Kalid Osman Elmi netted the consolation for Djibouti.
Uganda’s goalkeeper Denis Otim was at his best thwarting a kick from the penalty spot by Djibouti team captain Idriss Mogueh Omar.
Sserwadda returned with the third seven minutes into the second half before Djibouti pulled a goal back through Kalid Osman Elmi for an ordinary mistake by goalkeeper Denis Otim.
Ivan Bogere dribbles the ball away from Djibouti defendersDjibouti captain Idriss Omar Mohueh with Uganda’s Gavin Kizito alongside the referees prior to kick off
Uganda Hippos’ technical team headed by Morley Byekwaso called for all the three mandatory changes.
Isma Mugulusi, Bright Anukani and Sadat Anaku replaced Ivan Asaba, Najib Yiga and the two goal hero Steven Sserwadda respectively.
Mugulusi hit the post from the right wing as minutes trickled down the clock and Hassan Ssenyonjo missed from close range after being set up superbly by Anaku.
Two goal hero Steven Sserwadda
Other results:
In the other matches played on Monday, Sudan and Eritrea shared the spoils after a 3 goal stalemate during the early kick off match at Pece Stadium.
Mewael Tesfai Yosief, captain Robel Teklem Michael (penalty), and Ali Suleiman Ibrahim were on target for Eritrea.
Mohamed Abbas Namir, Shihab Eldeen Siddiq Abdalrahman and Musab Kurdman Elfaki replied for Sudan.
At the FUFA Technical Center, Burundi advanced for the quarter finals following a 2-1 win over Somalia.
Hamimu Hakizimana and Louis Romeo Ndunimana scored in either halves for Burundi for the 2-0 lead at some stage of the game.
Ahmed Abdullah Abdi pulled a late goal for Somalia to give the score line a worthy respectable second look.
Uganda Hippos XIEritrea XI
Next Games in Group A:
Eritrea takes on Djibouti on Wednesday, 25th September 2019 at the Pece War Memorial Stadium (1:30 PM).
On the same day, Uganda will play Sudan. Both Uganda and Sudan are on four points apiece.
Uganda’s head coach Morley Byekwaso hailed the players for the spirited and improved display in the 5-1 win over Djibouti.
He thereafter promised a better showing on Wednesday against Sudan.
‘We have improved a great deal than our first game. I know with time, we shall continue to gel with as I also get more acquitted to the team’ Byekwaso noted during the post match press conference.
The members of the technical team and the substitutes during the national anthemSome of the fans at Pece War Memorial Stadium, Gulu
The Uganda Hippos head coach Morley Byekwaso has confirmed the starting line up that will face Djibouti in the second game of the team at the on-going CECAFA U-20 Challenge Cup.
There are two changes to the team that drew one all with Eritrea on match day one.
Ivan Asaba and Steven Sserwadda are named on the starting team as Bright Anukani, fresh from the Uganda Cranes duty (away at CHAN 2020 qualifier against Burundi) makes the 18 man match day team.
The game will kick off at 4 PM at Pece War Memorial Stadium in Gulu.
Hippos Starting XI Vs Djibouti (Shirt Numbers in Bracket):
Denis Otim (1), Justine Opiro (17), Kayondo Aziz Abdul(3), Derrick Kigundu (13), Gavin Kizito (5), Kenneth Semakula (4), Hassan Senyonjo (12), Najib Yiga (7), Ivan Asaba (11), Ivan Bogere (9), Steven Sserwadda (8)
Subs: Jack Komakech (18), Patrick Mubiru (19), Kevin Ssekimbegge (2), Robert Kitabalwa (16), Isma Mugulusi (15), Sadat Anaku Happy (10), Joseph Kafumbe (14)Sadam Masereka (20), Bright Anukani (6)
Uganda U17 Women’s national football team put up a dominant at the ongoing COSAFA U17 Women’s Championship to dispatch hosts Mauritius 11-0 on Sunday.
Right from the onset, Uganda proved the better side and eventually went ahead to win their second group game 11-0.
Captain Juliet Nalukenge orchestrated the damage scoring a double hat trick (six goals) in the game played at St. Francois Xavier stadium.
Juliet Nalukenge challenging Mauritius defender Marie Verlope
Fauza Najjemba scored a brace while goalkeeper Daphine Nanyenga converted from the spot before Stella Musubika and Margaret Kunihira scored a goal each.
As early as the second minute, Uganda had taken the lead through Kunihira before Nalukenge doubled the lead three minutes later in what turned out to be a field day.
Defender Musubika got Uganda’s third goal before Nalukenge added two more goals to complete her hat trick before the break.
Margret Kunihira taking on Mauritius defender Marie Velorpe
Despite scoring many goals in the first stanza, Uganda kept surging forward with Nalukenge scoring three more goals in the 49th, 51st, 61st and 74th minutes.
Najjemba added one more in the 66th minute after goalkeeper Daphine Nanyenga had converted from the spot when Nalukenge was fouled inside the area in the 54th minute.
Nakacwa Kevin (White) in action during the match against Mauritius
‘We came for a win and we have achieved it. We have missed a couple of chances at goal but 11 goals will push us further in the tournament’ Said Uganda Girls U17 head coach Ayub Khalifa.
Uganda Girls U17 head coach Ayub Khalifa (L) during the post-match press Conference
Team captain Juliet Nalukenge was named player of the match she received the accolade and a ball after scoring a hattrick
Nalukenge was named player of the game and also walked away with the match ball.
Juliet Nalukenge receiving her ball after scoring a hat-trick. She was also player of the match
The victory elevates Uganda to four points in two games but still second in group A behind Zambia who defeated Comoros 15-0.
Uganda will return to action on Tuesday against Comoros in the final group game.
Uganda’s Nalukenge is the leading goal scorer with 7 goals.
The South African duo of Tiffany Kortjie and Oyisa Marhasi have scored 6 goals apiece.
Florence Kasonde and Shelly Masumo, both of Zambia have 4 goals.
Uganda U17 Starting XI
Daphine Nyayenga (GK) (Uganda Martyrs HS), Gillian Akadinda (Olila HS), Patricia Akiror (Masaka SS), Stella Musibika (Kawempe Muslim SS), Bira Nadunga (Olila High School), Kevin Nakacwa (Uganda Martyrs), Margret Kunihira (Kawempe Muslim SS), Shakira Nyinagahirwa (Kawempe Muslim SS), Juliet Nalukenge (Captain – Kawempe MuslimSS), Fauzia Najjemba (Mukono High School), Zaitun Namaganda (Taggy High School)
Substitutes
Joan Namusisi (GK) (Mukono HS), Gift Nasasira (GK) (Gadafi Integrated), Catherine Nagadya (Katuuso Community SS), Sumayah Komuntale (King of Kings), Precious Atwiine (Up Hill College), Cissy Kabarwani (King of Kings), Hadijah Nandago (Kawempe Muslim SS)
MAIN PHOTO: Uganda players celebrating Juliet Nalukenge’s goal
Uganda and Eritrea U-20 national teams settled for a one all draw at the 2019 CECAFA U-20 group A Championship duel played at the Pece War Memorial Stadium in Gulu.
Ivan Bogere scored for the home team in the 37th minute before the equalizer came from Yosief Tesfai Mewael in the 57th minute.
Second half substitute Isma Mugulusi who had come on for Najib Yiga hit the post as Uganda rallied for the winner that never arrived.
Striker Sadat Anaku passes the ball
In the other changes, Sadat Anaku was replaced for Ivan Asaba as Steven Sserwadda was introduced for Joseph Kafumbe.
During the earlier group A match played, Sudan humbled Djibouti and thus lead group A with three points.
Both Uganda and Eritrea have a point apiece as Djibouti lies bottom.
At the FUFA Technical center in Njeru, Burundi and South Sudan played to a three all draw.
Uganda Hippos players sing the national anthem before kick off
Next Matches in group A:
Eritrea shall face Sudan in the early kick off at 1:30 PM on Monday, 23rd September 2019 at the Pece War Memorial Stadium in Gulu.
Uganda will then battle Djibouti in the latter game at 4 PM on the same day and venue.
FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo is greeted before the team inspectionsFans revel in the moment at Pece Stadium
Uganda U-20 XI (Shirt Numbers in bracket):
Denis Otim (1), Justine Opiro (17), Aziz Abdul Kayondo (3), Derrick Kiggundu (13), Gavin Kizito (5), Kenneth Semakula (4), Hassan Ssenyonjo (12), Joseph Kafumbe (14), Najib Yiga (7), Sadat Happy Anaku (10), Ivan Bogere (9)
Subs:
Jack Komakech (18), Patrick Mubiru (19), Kevin Ssekimbegge (2), Robert Kitabalwa (16), Steven Sserwadda (8), Isma Mugulusi (15), Ivan Asaba (11), Sadam Masereka (20)
Burundi Vs South Sudan (Group C) – Njeru – 4:00 PM
Uganda U-20 national team head coach Morley Byekwaso has named the starting eleven to face Eritrea at Pece War Memorial Stadium.
Denis Otim starts in goal. Justine Opiro and Aziz Abdul Kayondo shall play in the right and left back positions respectively.
The central defense pairing has Derrick Kiggundu and team skipper Gavin Kizito.
Kenneth Semakula, Hassan Ssenyonjo and Joseph Kafumbe are part of the midfield.
The attacking trio has Najib Yiga, Sadat Happy Anaku and Ivan Bogere.
The match will be the second for group A following an early kick off between Sudan and Djibouti at the same venue.
Uganda U-20 XI:
Denis Otim (1), Justine Opiro (17), Aziz Abdul Kayondo (3), Derrick Kiggundu (13), Gavin Kizito (5), Kenneth Semakula (4), Hassan Ssenyonjo (12), Joseph Kafumbe (14), Najib Yiga (7), Sadat Happy Anaku (10), Ivan Bogere (9)
Subs:
Jack Komakech (18), Patrick Mubiru (19), Kevin Ssekimbegge (2), Robert Kitabalwa (16), Steven Sserwadda (8), Isma Mugulusi (15), Ivan Asaba (11), Sadam Masereka (20)
At Pece War Memorial Stadium, Gulu – Uganda – 4 PM
PRE-MATCH PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES:
Morley Byekwaso, Uganda U-20 Head Coach addresses the media during the pre-match press conference at Pece War Memorial Stadium in Gulu
Morley Byekwaso, Uganda U-20 Head Coach:
‘Our team is prepared well and focused that we take on the opponents. We are injury free. We have six hurdles to jump in this championship. We know every team will fight on the day’
Garvin Kizito Mugweri (right) with the Eritrea captain
Gavin Kizito, Uganda U-20 Captain:
‘Most of us are from the youth set up having played in the FUFA Juniors League U-17 and for the national U-17 team. We expect to play well throughout the tournament and with one heart to win the trophy at home. We have prepared well and shall follow the coaches’ instructions’
Uganda Girls U17 National Team head coach Ayub Khalifa has released the starting list for the COSAFA Girls U17 group A opening match against Zambia at St. Francois Xavier Stadium in Port Luis Mauritius this afternoon.
Uganda Martyrs High School Goalkeeper Daphine Nyayenga secured the number 1 place for the team, Gillian Akadinda (Olila HS), Patricia Akiror (Masaka SS), Stella Musibika (Kawempe Muslim SS) and Bira Nadunga are the defenders Ayub opted for in the backline.
In the midfield, 14 years old Shakira Nyinagahirwa from Kawempe Muslim SS takes over the creative position alongside Margret Kunihira. Uganda Martyrs Kevin Nakacwa also joins the duo in the center of the park.
Skipper Juliet Nalukenge is upfront together with Mukono High School forward and assistant Captain Fauzia Najjemba.
Taggy High School Zaitun Namaganga is also among the starters in the creative positions.
“We are ready for this game. There is nothing that can stop us from winning this game. We want to have a good start. Said Ayub during the pre-match press conference.
The match kicks off at 12:30 noon Mauritius time.
Uganda Girls Starting IX:
Daphine Nyayenga (Uganda Martyrs HS), Gillian Akadinda (Olila HS), Patricia Akiror (Masaka SS), Stella Musibika (Kawempe Muslim SS), Bira Nadunga (Olila HS), Kevin Nakacwa (Uganda Martyrs), Margret Kunihira (Kawempe Muslim SS), Shakira Nyinagahirwa (Kawempe Muslim SS), Juliet Nalukenge (Captain – Kawempe MuslimSS), Fauzia Najjemba (Mukono HS), Zaitun Namaganda (Taggy High School)
Subs:
Namusisi Joan (GK) (Mukono HS), Nasasira Gift (GK) (Gadafi Integrated), Atwine Precious (Upper Hill College), Kabarwani Cissy (King of Kings), Nandago Hadijah (Kawempe Muslim SS) Komuntale Sumayah (King of Kings), Nagadya Catherine (Katuuso Community SS)
MAIN PHOTO: Uganda Girls U17 National Team in a group photo during the previous practice match
Head coach Morley Byekwaso has named his final 20 man squad for the CECAFA U20 tournament to be hosted in Gulu and FUFA Technical Centre Njeru.
The team had light drills on Wednesday morning in Njeru in preparation for their trip to Gulu on Thursday morning.
They are expected to arrive in the Northern town of Uganda at 10am. Uganda is in Group A with Eritrea, Djibouti and Burundi.
Uganda’s opening match is on Saturday 21st September at Pece Stadium against Eritrea at 4pm.
The Uganda U20 Hippos Squad to Gulu
Goal Keepers: Jack Komakech (Soccer for Good), Dennis Otim (Mbarara FC) & Patrick Mubiru (B stars)
Defenders: Kevin Ssekimbegga (Express FC), Justine Opiro(KCCA JT), Aziz Kayondo (Vipers SC), Robert Kitabalwa (St Mary’s Kitende), Gavin Kizito Mugweri (SC Villa), Kenneth Semakula (Busoga United), Derrick Kigundu (Buddo SS),
Midfielders: Joseph Kafumbe (KCCA FC), Davis Ssekajja (B Stars), Hassan Senyonjo (Wakiso Giants), Bright Anukani (Proline FC(, Steven Sserwadda (KCCA FC)
Forwards: Sadat Anaku (KCCA FC), Isma Mugulusi (Busoga Utd), Ivan Bogere (Proline FC), Ivan Asaba (St Mary’s Kitende), Maseruka Sadam (Bul FC), Najib Yiga (Vipers JT)
The team leaves for Gulu on Thursday morning.
MAIN PHOTO: The Uganda U20 Hippos players during training at the FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru
Uganda Girls U17 National Team has departed to Mauritius on Wednesday evening for the COSAFA Girls U17 Championship that gets underway this week on Friday 20th September in Port Luis.
A contingent of 20 players and 9 officials left Entebbe International Airport at 4: 00 pm aboard the Fly Emirates.
During the departure, head coach Ayub Khalifa promised to return with a silverware.
‘It will be a tough tournament but we have got enough time to prepare the girls. We are going to compete and come back with a victory. Our struggle is to be number one after all.’ Said head coach Ayub
Uganda is in Group A alongside the hosts Mauritius, Zambia, and Comoros.
The first match will be against Zambia on Friday 20th September at Francois Xavier Stadium in Port Luis before playing Mauritius and Comoros on 22nd and 24th September respectively.
The Uganda U-17 players and officials at Entebbe International Airport departures on TuesdayThe delegation poses for a group photo before departure
The Contingent: Players: Goalkeepers: Daphine Nyayenga (Uganda Martyrs HS), Joan Namusisi (Mukono HS), and Gift Nasasira (Gadafi Integrated)
Defenders: Gillian Akadinda (Olila HS), Patricia Akiror (Masaka SS), Stella Musibika (Kawempe Muslim SS), Precious Atwine (Up Hill College), Bira Nadunga (Olila HS), and Cissy Kabarwani (King of Kings). Midfielders: Kevin Nakacwa (Uganda Martyrs), Samali Nakacwa (Kawempe Muslim SS), Zaitun Namaganda (Taggy HS), Maureen Nangonzi (Mukono HS), Sumayah Komuntale (King of Kings), Margret Kunihira (Kawempe Muslim SS). Forwards: Shakira Nyinagahirwa (Kawempe Muslim SS), Juliet Nalukenge (Captain – Kawempe MuslimSS), Fauzia Najjemba (Mukono HS), Catherine Nagadya (Katuuso Community SS) and Hadijah Nandago (Kawempe Muslim SS).
Officials: Leader of Delegation – Chris Kalibbala Head Coach – Ayub Khalifa Assistant Head Coach – Hadijah Namuyanja Team Trainer – Olive Mbekeka Goalkeeping Coach – James Magala Team Coordinator – Jackson Nyiima Team Doctor – Stella Nankumba Equipment Manager – Cissy Nakiguba Media Officer – Alex Kasirye
