Uganda U-20 national team (The Hippos) played to a 2 all draw with Swaziland in a group A COSAFA U-20 Touth Championship at the Arthur Davies Stadium in Kitwe, Zambia on Friday.
Tsabedze Muzi scored in the 23rd minute for the lead well cancelled out by Uganda’s captain Muhammed Shaban on 29 minutes.
Right back Fred Okot had two minutes earlier before the equalizer limped out with an injury.
His place was taken over by Andrew Isiagi Okiring.
KCCA forward Allan Okello scored after 50 minutes to give Uganda the lead before a late – late equalizer from Order Mamba in the 89th minute.
Shaban Muhammed celebrates
Uganda was also reduced to 10 men when Shaban got a second booking from Zambian referee Stlaney Hachiwa.
The team will now take a two day’s resting period for recovery before the final group game on Monday against Malawi.
Uganda U-20 XI: Saidi Keni (G.K), Fred Okot (27′ Andrew Isiagi Okiring), Mustapha Kizza, Geofrey Wasswa, Mustapha Mujjuzi, Abubakar Kasule, Julius Poloto (86′ David Owori), Shafiq Kuchi Kagimu, Muhammed Shaban, Steven Mukwala, Allan Okello (Frank ‘Zaga’ Tumwesigye)
Subs Not Used: Ali Mwerusi (G.K), Eric Kibowa (G.K), Mujahid Ogama, Hamisi Tibita, Pius ‘TZ Iniesta’Obuya, Victor Matovu
Kick off: 6:30 p.m (In Uganda, 5:30 p.m in Zambia)
Mathias Lule, the Uganda U-20 head coach has named the starting XI against Zambia in the COSAFA U-20 youth championship.
The match is slated for today (Wednesday), 6th December 2017 at the Arthur Davies Stadium, starting at 6:30 p.m (Ugandan time).
Muhammed Shaban is the team captain, assisted by Julius Poloto.
Uganda will don the traditional red shirts, black shorts and red stockings.
Zambia, on the other hand will dress in an all green attire.
Uganda U-20 XI:
Saidi Keni (G.K), Fred Okot, Mustapha Kizza, Geofrey Wasswa, Mustapha Mujjuzi, Abubakar Kasule, Julius Poloto, Frank Tumwesigye, Muhammed Shaban, Steven Mukwala, Pius Obuya
Subs:
Ali Mwerusi (G.K), Eric Kibowa (G.K), Shafiq Kuchi Kagimu, Andrew Isiagi Okiring, Victor Matovu, Mujahid Ogama, Allan Okello, Hamisi Tibita, David Owori
The Uganda U-20 team (The Hippos) contingent arrived safely in Mwanawasa international Airport, Ndola in Zambia on Monday ahead of COSAFA U-20 Tournament.
The Contingent then checked in at the Nobutula Lodge in Kitwe Zambia 60 km away from the Airport.
Moments after arrival, the players held a light training sessionHead coach Mathias Lule with talks to the players before a light recovery training session at the Chipolopolo training facility
The Hippos who started their journey from Entebbe Airport went through Addis Ababa Ethiopia and Lubumbasha Congo before their final destination in Zambia at the Mwanawasa international Airport Ndola .
‘The players are in good shape and ready to play the hosts Zambia’ noted the Team Captain Muhammed Shaban.
Uganda is one of the invited countries for the COSAFA U-20 tournament. The other is Egypt.
Team manager Sulait Makumbi, head of delegation Hajji Abdul Lukooya Ssekabira and captain Muhammed Shaban
The head of delegation Hajji Abdul Lukooya Ssekabira expressed delight upon the successful journey right from Entebbe through Ethiopia, Congo to Zambia finally.
“First of all, I would love to thank the Almighty Allah for the successful journey mercies he gave us. The players and the rest of the officials are in sound health. We are ready for the tournament which kicks off on Wednesday.” Hajji Ssekabira said.
Uganda Hippos’ opening match is on Wednesday against hosts and defending champions, the Young Chipolopolo Stars.
Contingent in Zambia Players:
Goalkeepers: Eric Kibowa, Keni Saidi, Ali Mwerusi
Outfield players: Fred Okot, Andrew Okiringi, Mustapha Kizza, Victor Matovu, Mustapha Mujjuzi, Geofrey Wasswa, Abubaker Muhammed Kasule, Julius Poloto, David Owori, Pius Obuya, Frank Tumwesigye, Shafiq Kagimu, Allan Okello, Muhammed Shaban, Mujahid Baden, Steven Mukwala, Hamis Tibita
The Uganda U-20 delegation traveled on the same flight with Egypt from Addis Ababa to Ndola
COSAFA U20 Tournament from 6th-16th December, 2017 in Zambia.
Group A Zambia Swaziland Uganda Malawi
Group B South Africa Egypt Mozambique Mauritius
Group C Angola Lesotho Namibia Zimbabwe
The Uganda U20 side has started preparations for the Confederations of South African Football Associations (COSAFA) Under 20 football tournament with an orientation session that also saw players take to the pitch for drills at Mandela National stadium, Namboole.
Twenty players were part of the Wednesday morning training session under the guidance of Head Coach Mathias Lule, his assistant James Odoch and goalkeeping coach Sam Kawalya.
Head coach Matia Lule (in Red top) briefing his players at Namboole on Wednesday
Lule said that he is aware of the quality of teams in the tournament but he highly values the technical ability of his players some of whom he has known since childhood and from the various youth set ups in Uganda.
Time for ball work: The Players enjoying drills during training
‘I am preparing the team for the best and looking forward to make the latter stages of the tournament. I am also happy for the reunion of players from the U17 team that I handled in 2014. TThe project shows signs of continuity’ said Lule.
This is how it is done: Head coach Lule shows his players how it is done.
Today’s session that took about three hours was mainly about the players getting to know each other, then took official group photos and later trained.
Nicholas Kasozi (in Yellow) beats his marker during training
The player will resume training on Monday on Monday 27th December 2017.
Sam Kawalya (with ball) with Kibuli Ss Keeper Ali Mwirusi
Players who attended training on Wednesday
Goalkeepers: Saidi Keni (Proline FC) & Ali Mwirusi (Kibuli SS)
Outfield players: Musitafa Mujuzi (Proline FC), Mustafa Kizza (KCCA FC), Alex Komakech (Nyamityobora FC), Sharif Muhammmad Ochaya (Express FC JT), Raymond Onyau (Kataka FC), Clinton Komugisha (Mbarara FC JT), Victor Matovu (Aspire Football Academy), Asiku Bashir (St Mary’s Kitende), Charles Sebutinde (Nyamityobora FC0, Shafik Kagimu (URA FC), Pius Obuya (Maroons FC), Methodius Jungu (Bright Stars FC), Fred Okot (URA FC), Nicholas Kasozi (Sc Villa Jogoo), Gadafi Wahab (Onduparaka FC), Hamis Tibita (BUL FC ), Nicholas Kagaba (URA FC) and Muhammmad Shaban (KCCA FC).
MAIN PHOTO: Uganda U-20 players warming up at Namboole on Wednesday
The FUFA Youth Development Officer Bashir Mutyaba has released a 31 man squad to start preparations for the COSAFA U-20 tournament to be hosted by Zambia from 6th-16th December, 2017. The National U-20 team is called the Uganda Hippos.
Uganda will take part as guest team following an invitation from the Organisers.
The team will start training on 27th November at Namboole stadium while Uganda’s opening fixture is on 6th December against Zambia.
‘The Squad was selected based on continuity from the first edition of the FUFA Juniors League, players who featured in the AFCON U-17 Qualifiers in 2014 and the Uganda Premier League who fall in the U-20 category’ said Mutyaba.
Shafiq Kagimu (Yello and Black) dribbles during the match Cranes played with Sc Villa at Namboole.
The technical team has Matia Lule (Head coach), James Odoch (Assistant coach) and Sam Kawalya (goalkeeping coach).
The 31 man Squad
Goalkeepers: Ken Said (Proline FC), Kibowa Eric (St Mary’s Kitende), Mwirusi Ali (Kibuli SS)
Defenders: Okot Fred (URA FC), Okiling Andrew (USA), Komakech Alex (Nyamityobora FC), Mujuzi Mustafa (Proline FC), Kizza Mustafa (KCCA FC), Asiku Bashir (St Mary’s Kitende), Wasswa Gofrey (Vipers SC), Kamugisha Clinton(Mbarara City FC)
Midfielders: Kasule Abubaker Muhammad (Express FC), Kasozi Nicholas (Sc Villa Jogoo), Poloto Julius (KCCA FC), Luboyera Azake (Ottawa Furry-Canada), Tumwesigye Frank (Vipers Sc), Okello Allan (KCA FC), Kagium Shafik Kuchi (URA FC), Pius Obuya ( Maroons FC), Gadafi Wahab (Onduparaka FC), Sharif Mohamed (Express FC)
Strikers: Kagaba Nicholas (URA FC), Shaban Mohamed (KCCA FC), Mukwala Steven Dese (Vipers SC), Pius Wangi (Vipers SC), Atamba Nathaniel ( (Mbarara City FC Junior Team), Tibita Hamis (BUL FC), Onyai Raymond ( Kataka FC), Kyeyune Umar (JMC Hippos FC), Tenywa Henry (The School-Iganga) and Ssebutinde Charles (Nyamityobora FC).
MAIN PHOTO: FUFA Youth Development Officer Bashir Mutyaba announcing the Uganda U-20 Squad during the weekly press conference at FUFA House on Wednesday.
The organizing committee to run ‘The Drum’ has been named by local soccer governing body-FUFA.
The committee will be headed by Executive Committee Member Rogers Byamukama.
In a communication from the office of Chief Executive officer Edgar Watson, the committee has 4 other people named on it.
‘This is to notify you that the FUFA Emergency Committee has constituted “The Drum Project Committee” (DPC) to organise the Competition for the first edition of 2018 season’
‘The DPC starts duty with immediate effect and will handle matters mentioned and any other duties within “the Drum” including but not limited to:-
• Drafting the Rules and Regulations
• Launch Plan
• Any other Administrative assignment that may seek expertise from relevant FUFA Departments and Committees.
The full Committee:
1. Rogers Byamukama – Chairman
2. Owek. Bagunywa Florence Nkalubo – Member
3. Lajan Living stone – Member
4. Tumwesigye Anthony – Member
5. Hajati Aisha Nalule – Secretary
ABOUT ‘THE DRUM’
Slogan of the ‘ The Drum’ tournament’: ‘Our Pride is the Strength from Our Diversity.
How many Provinces will take part in the ‘FUFA The Drum’ Football tournament?
16 Provinces will take part.
ELIGIBLE PLAYERS;
I) Players eligible to play for a province are;
a) Those whose biological mother or father is of descent or ancestry from such a province.
b) Those whose biological mother or father has lived in that province for a period of not less than 10 years.
c) Only Ugandan players shall be legible to play.
d) Once a player represents a province, he will not represent any other province again unless in special circumstances as may be decided by the FUFA Executive Committee
II) Players representing their respective province teams for the first time will be required to fill form F501 that will include the endorsement of the LC-1 of the area of ancestry or residence.
III) The Drum is a competition open to all male players who satisfy the above conditions who may also;
a) not be registered by any FIFA Member Association
b) be registered by any FIFA Member Association
c) be registered by FUFA and playing in the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th Division League.
THE 16 PROVINCES:
a) West Nile: Political districts of Adjumani, Arua, Koboko, Maracha, Moyo, Nebbi, Pakwach, Yumbe and Zombo.
b) Acholi: Political districts of Agago, Amuru, Gulu, Kitgum, Lamwo, Nwoya and Pader
c) Lango: Political districts of Alebtong, Amolatar, Apac, Dokolo, Kole, Lira, Otuke and Oyam
d) Karamoja: Political districts of Abim, Amudat, Kaabong, Kotido, Moroto, Nakapiripirit and Napak
e) Teso: Political districts of Amuria, Bukedea, Kaberamaido, Katakwi, Kumi, Ngora, Serere and Soroti
f) Sebei: Political districts of Bukwa, Kapchorwa and Kween
g) Bugisu: Political districts of Bududa, Bulambuli, Manafwa, Mbale, Namisindwa and Sironko
h) Bukedi: Political districts of Budaka, Busia, Butaleja, Butebo, Kibuku, Pallisa and Tororo
i) Busoga: Political districts of Bugiri, Buyende, Iganga, Jinja, Kaliro, Kamuli, Luuka, Mayuge, Namayingo and Namutumba
j) Kampala: This province will be composed of the District Football Associations of Central, Kawempe Nakawa, Makindye and Rubaga
k) Buganda: This province will be composed of the political districts of Buikwe, Bukomansimbi, Butambala, Buvuma, Gomba, Kalangala, Kalungu, Kayunga, Kiboga, Kyankwanzi, Kyotera, Luweero, Lwengo, Lyantonde, Masaka, Mityana, Mpigi, Mubende, Mukono, Nakaseke, Nakasongola, Rakai, Sembabule, and Wakiso
l) Bunyoro: Political districts of Buliisa, Hoima, Kagadi, Kibaale, Kiryandongo, and Masindi
m) Tooro: Political districts of Bunyangabo, Kabarole, Kamwenge, Kyegegwa and Kyenjojo
n) Rwenzori: Political districts of Bundibugyo, Kasese and Ntoroko
o) Ankole: Political districts of Buhweju, Bushenyi, Ibanda, Isingiro, Kiruhura, Mbarara, Mitooma, Ntungamo, Rubirizi and Sheema
Kigezi; Kabale, Kanungu, Kisoro and Rukungiri
FUFA has introduced another football tournament aimed at taking the game to the masses based on Provinces in Uganda.
The FUFA Inter Provinces Competition to be named the ‘The Drum’ was launched today at FUFA House by FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo following a resolution of the 93rd FUFA Ordinary General Assembly and the 13th FUFA Executive Committee directive to formulate the Competition.
The Competition will be played between 16 provinces of Uganda and will be called ‘The Drum’. It will be run and managed by official FUFA regulations.
FUFA will meet the cost of the teams in the areas of accommodation, transport, individual and team winners’ Prizes, trophies and medals plus costs of match officials including the competition and training balls.
FUFA President displaying the logo of the new Tournament called ‘FUFA The Drum’ for all the 16 Provinces in Uganda.
FUFA President said;
‘We have already conducted the seeding of the teams and the tournament will kick-off in January 2018. We expect to hold draws in Kasese where the final of the tournament will be played’
FUFA President added;
The tournament will be played from January to October with dates gazetted as Match Days and in the Independence week of Uganda we expect to be playing our final match’
FUFA President on the importance of the tournament;
‘The objective definitely is for searching talent across the country. The league alone can’t be the best way of tapping more talent. The clubs will also have a better hunting ground of players for their teams’
FUFA President on technical personnel to handle the Provincial teams
‘The minimum qualification for coaches to handle these teams is CAF C License holders. The masses must enjoy quality football’
Slogan of the ‘FUFA The Drum’ tournament’
‘Our Pride is the Strength from Our Diversity.
How many Provinces will take part in the ‘FUFA The Drum’ Football tournament?
16 Provinces will take part.
Which Districts will make the Provincial teams?
Political districts shall mean those that existed as at 1st July 2017. Districts created after will belong to where their original (Parent) Districts belong or where not applicable FUFA will give a new guidance.
L-R: FUFA Communications Manager Ahmed Hussein, Executive Member Chris Kalibbala, FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo and CEO Edgar Watson holding the logo of the ‘FUFA The Drum’ tournament after it was luanched today in Mengo.
Eligible Players;
Players eligible to play for a province are;
Those whose biological mother or father is of descent or ancestry from such a province.
Those whose biological mother or father has lived in that province for a period of not less than 10 years.
Only Ugandan players shall be legible to play.
Once a player represents a province, he will not represent any other province again unless in special circumstances as may be decided by the FUFA Executive Committee
Players representing their respective province teams for the first time will be required to fill form F501 that will include the endorsement of the LC-1 of the area of ancestry or residence.
The Drum is a competition open to all male players who satisfy the above conditions who may also;
not be registered by any FIFA Member Association
be registered by any FIFA Member Association
be registered by FUFA and playing in the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th Division League.
Competition Format
The competition shall be played using a mixed format of 4 Groups composed of 4 Teams. In each group, each team will play 3 matches at home and 3 matches away. The top 2 teams in each group will proceed to the 2 legged-quarter final played on a home-away basis. The semifinals will also be played on a-home-away basis while the finals will be 1-leg match at a predetermined location.
Seeded teams
Pot-1
Pot-2
Pot-3
Pot-4
Buganda
Lango
Tooro
Karamoja
Kampala
Ankole
Bukedi
Sebei
Busoga
Bugisu
Kigezi
Rwenzori
West Nile
Bunyoro
Teso
Acholi
THE 16 PROVINCES:
West Nile: Political districts of Adjumani, Arua, Koboko, Maracha, Moyo, Nebbi, Pakwach, Yumbe and Zombo.
Acholi: Political districts of Agago, Amuru, Gulu, Kitgum, Lamwo, Nwoya and Pader
Lango: Political districts of Alebtong, Amolatar, Apac, Dokolo, Kole, Lira, Otuke and Oyam
Karamoja: Political districts of Abim, Amudat, Kaabong, Kotido, Moroto, Nakapiripirit and Napak
Teso: Political districts of Amuria, Bukedea, Kaberamaido, Katakwi, Kumi, Ngora, Serere and Soroti
Sebei: Political districts of Bukwa, Kapchorwa and Kween
Bugisu: Political districts of Bududa, Bulambuli, Manafwa, Mbale, Namisindwa and Sironko
Bukedi: Political districts of Budaka, Busia, Butaleja, Butebo, Kibuku, Pallisa and Tororo
Busoga: Political districts of Bugiri, Buyende, Iganga, Jinja, Kaliro, Kamuli, Luuka, Mayuge, Namayingo and Namutumba
Kampala: This province will be composed of the District Football Associations of Central, Kawempe Nakawa, Makindye and Rubaga
Buganda: This province will be composed of the political districts of Buikwe, Bukomansimbi, Butambala, Buvuma, Gomba, Kalangala, Kalungu, Kayunga, Kiboga, Kyankwanzi, Kyotera, Luweero, Lwengo, Lyantonde, Masaka, Mityana, Mpigi, Mubende, Mukono, Nakaseke, Nakasongola, Rakai, Sembabule, and Wakiso
Bunyoro: Political districts of Buliisa, Hoima, Kagadi, Kibaale, Kiryandongo, and Masindi
Tooro: Political districts of Bunyangabo, Kabarole, Kamwenge, Kyegegwa and Kyenjojo
Rwenzori: Political districts of Bundibugyo, Kasese and Ntoroko
Ankole: Political districts of Buhweju, Bushenyi, Ibanda, Isingiro, Kiruhura, Mbarara, Mitooma, Ntungamo, Rubirizi and Sheema
Kigezi; Kabale, Kanungu, Kisoro and Rukungiri
MAIN PHOTO: The Logo of the new tournament ‘FUFA The Drum’ for all the 16 Provinces in Uganda.
*Sunday, 15th October 2017 – 1st Kampala Super Cup:
Mutungo Vs Lungujja Galaxy (4 p.m)
Curtain-Raiser-(U-15):
Sparta 09 Vs Jiddah African Child (2 p.m)
At Mutesa II Wankulukuku Stadium (4:00 p.m)
Entry Fees: 2000/= (Ordinary), 5000/= (VIP)
Gates shall open at 10 a.m
*21st October 2017 – Kick off of Kampala Regional League (Men)
*14th November 2017: Kick off of Kampala Region Women League
*15th November 2017: Kick off of the preliminary round of the 2017/18 FUFA Uganda Cup
Kampala Regional Football Association has officially released the road map for the 2017/18 season.
In a press conference organized at FUFA House on Friday, the region vice chairman Peter Nkugwa who was joined by the CEO Isaac Ssengendo and media committee member Meddie Ssengendo underlined the bold intention of the association to organize all the football activities of the region to perfection.
Chairman Competitions Committee Kampala Region FA-Peter Nkugwa
‘We are glad to officially release our road map to the public. Kampala Region is privileged to announce the first ever super cup that will be like a curtain raiser to the season’ Nkugwa noted.
Mutungo (losing finalists in the regional promotional final to Ntinda United) will play Lungujja Galaxy in the first ever edition of the Kampala region super cup at the Mutesa II Wankulukuku stadium this Sunday.
On the same day, the winning team of the U-15 league (Sparta 09) and the outstanding players will be rewarded.
Sparta 09 will engage Jiddah African Child team in the earlier curtain raiser at 2 p.m.
For the record, Kampala Region started the first ever U-15 football league in the country, a feat that Nkugwa attributed to good planning.
L-R: Isaac Ssengendo, Peter Nkugwa and Meddie Ssengendo
‘As Kampala Region, we have always set the trend. There is good planning. We organized the U-15, now we have the Super Cup and there are lots other things planned in the pipeline’ he added.
He also hinted of the other activities that are run by the region as the women football league (Isra Academy were champions in 2017) and the Uganda Cup.
Registration for the Uganda Cup with the non league teams expected to pay Shs 300,000. The 4th division and regional clubs (3rd division) will pay Shs 200,000 and Shs. 100,000 respectively.
Kampala Region Football Association CEO Isaac Ssengendo (left) consults with the second VP Peter Nkugwa shortly after the press conference on Friday
The CEO, Isaac Ssengendo lauded the club owners, fans and the media for the incredible work undertaken to develop the beautiful game in Kampala region.
Kampala Regional League 2017/18 Clubs:
Groups:
Scorpion: Kyengera, Bweyogerere, Kyambogo, Soana Young, Spartan, St Marys, AK 47, Baza Holdings, Kansanga, Kisugu, Kyebando, Lungujja Galaxy
Cobra: Edgars Football Club, Katwe United, Wembley Boys, Mutungo, Thunder, SC Lamancia, Industrial Area, Kazo United, City Lads, Nansana United, Kabalagala Rangers
MAIN PHOTO: L-R Isaac Ssengendo (Kampala Region CEO), Peter Nkugwa (Vice Chairman) and Meddie Ssengendo (Media committee member) during the press conference at FUFA House on Friday
The official banner promoting the Opening match of the FWEL 2017/18 season.
The stage is set, the individual players are mentally and physical ready, the different clubs have prepared to the brim as the fourth season of the FUFA Women Elite league officially kicks off on Saturday.
It is evident and recognizable that the growth and development of women football in Uganda has tremendously ascended since the introduction of the Elite League in 2015 under the administration of FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo.
From the increased number of passionate players taking part to media attention, women’s football continues to take great strides and precedence.
Now that the league returns on Saturday after a 3 month’s break, the anticipation from teams, fans, media and other associated stakeholders is high.
Muteesa I Royal University entertains Ajax Queens at the Mutesa II Wankulukuku stadium at 4 p.m.
Either club entered the players’ transfer market, signed new players in a bid to bolster their squads.
Muteesa’s Habiba Nakayobyo controls the ball in front of Kawempe’s Sharon Aponye last season.
Muteesa signed lanky forward Favor Nambatya from defending champions Kawempe Muslim and Carol Anyango from She MAK.
On the other hand, Ajax Queens unveiled eight new signings last week including midfielder Phiona Nabumba from Rines Women Football Club.
Ajax Queens new coach Michael Natima will be facing his former employers Muteesa for the first time since leaving at the end of the 2015/16 season.
Ajax Queens Women Football Team squad
Action will continue on Sunday with four games on card across the country.
In Soroti, Olila Women Football Club who had a great campaign last season reaching the playoff stage will host rivals Eastern Heroes in the Soroti derby.
Olila won the inaugural Fufa Women’s Cup and have kept the core of their team with players like Fazilah Ikwaput, Ritah Nabossa and goalkeeper Vanessa Karungi staying at the club.
UCU Lady Cardinals who are expected to make a shift in the balance of power will be away to Uganda Martyrs High School, Rubaga on Sunday.
The Mukono based side signed reigning Fufa Female player of the year, Hasifa Nassuna, Yudaya Nakayenze and goalkeeper Aturo Ruth all coming from Kawempe Muslim.
Moureen Kinavudori attempts to dribble past Bonita Assimwe of Uganda Martyrs High School, Lubaga during the play-offs at Lugogo last season
On the other hand, Uganda Martyrs despite losing goalkeeper Pamela Kayondo to Ajax Queens also signed crafty midfielder Harriet Nakuba and still have talented winger in Lilian Mutuuzo and Anita Namata.
In the other games, She Corporate will host Gafford Ladies at the Uganda Institute of Communication, Information and Technology (UICT) in Nakawa while newly promoted Isra Academy will be at home in Kawempe to She Makerere.
Kawempe Muslim S.S has lifted the FUFA Elite League for a record three successive times. In this picture, Coach Ayub Khalifan’s Kawempe celebrating their 2nd League title at Nakivubo. stadium.
Since 2015, the league has been won by Kawempe Muslim Secondary School.
Derrick Nsibambi scored two second half goals as the Uganda Cranes team triumphed 2-0 against Northern Region Select team at the Lango Sports Grounds in Lira on Saturday.
After a goal-less opening 45 minutes, the game was lit up by KCCA forward Derrick Nsibambi who scored in the 55th and 62nd minutes of the well attended match.
Uganda Cranes midfielder Muzamiru Mutyba breaks away from Walter Odongo during one of the attacks at Northern region goal
Nsibambi was among the 10 changes that the national team technical bench headed by Moses Basena had called as the second half re-started.
Earlier Paul Mucureezi had missed giving the national side the lead when his attempt hit the goal post in the 28th minute.
Uganda Cranes XI against Northern Region Select teamNorthern Uganda Region Select Team
Other chances were 50-50 incidents from Moses Waiswa, Tom Masiko, Nelson Senkatuka, Isaac Muleme and Muzamiru Mutyaba.
Northern Uganda select team’s goalkeeper Sadam Ogwang was alert to tame any goal bound threats before he paved way for Stephen Okello with 10 minutes to play.
Uganda Cranes’ Fred Okot and Tadeo Lwanga were the two players cautioned by referee Tonny Agir.
Guests during the singing of the National and Lango anthems prior to kick off
This was the second time that Uganda Cranes was playing against Northern Region select in two years after winning 5-0 in 2015 at Pece Stadium in Gulu district.
The essence of such tours among others is to take the national team brand closer to the fans in their respective localities.
National team main sponsors Airtel Uganda Limited and Uganda Breweries Limited jointly bankroll the national regional tours.
Part of the mammoth crowd that graced Northern Region against Uganda Cranes at Lango Sports GroundMoses Waiswa is stopped by Northern Uganda’s Hilary Odonkonyero at Lango Sports Ground
Team Line ups:
Northern Region XI: Sadam Ogwang (G.K), Ivan Okello, John Paul Acire, Ronald Owiny, Alli Muhamed, Hilary Odonkonyero, Walter Odongo, Dickens Diarra Okwir, Ronny Okullo, Richardson Asaba, Moses Aliro
Subs: Stephen Okello (G.K), Joel Akaka, Emmanuel Okwi, Julius Akwata, Denis Omedi, Brian Ocakacon, Mike Denis Ojok
Team Officials:
Head coach: Godfrey Akena
Assistant coach: Bob Obira
Uganda Cranes XI: Tom Ikara (G.K), Nico Wakiro Wadada, Isaac Muleme, Timothy Awany, Savio Kabugo, Tom Masiko, Paul Mucureezi, Moses Waiswa, Muzamiru Mutyaba, Nelson Senkatuka, David Owori
Second Team: Tom Ikara (60′ Benjamin Ochan), Fred Okot, Dan Birikwaliira, Bernard Muwanga, Tadeo Lwanga, Ibrahim Kayiwa, Emmanuel Kalyowa, Albert Mugisa, Derrick Nsibambi, Milton Karisa, Shafiq Kagimu
The 15th FUFA Executive Committee meeting that convened at FUFA House on Tuesday 19th September 2017 passed key decisions following the Ordinary Assembly in Masindi that ushered in a new FUFA Executive headed by FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo.
While addressing the media on Wednesday during a press conference at FUFA House, FUFA Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Edgar Watson and Communications Manager Ahmed Hussein Communicated these key decisions.
The press conference at FUFA House, Mengo was well attended by sports journalists from the different media houses
1 – Representation of Uganda in CAF competitions (2018):
Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) FC will represent the country in the CAF Champions league in 2018. In case KCCA FC fails, then the runners up in the league 2016/17 season (SC Villa Jogoo) will take over the chance.
Paidha Black Angels FC shall represent Uganda in the CAF Confederation Cup. In case of failure for Paidha Black Angels to take up the opportunity, either Express and Sadolin Paints who reached the semi-finals of the FUFA Uganda Cup shall be on stand by.
2 – Start of the FUFA SACCO-It brings together all football people to join this group in a bid to improve the livelihood and welfare of the former players, delegates etc. Membership will be by financial subscription with more details to be communicated soon.
3 – The FUFA Executive Committee Meeting passed the implementation of football stake holders retreats (summits) starting 2018 to discuss with media, fans and other key stake holders of the game.
4 – Ten (10) Football Intermediaries confirmed. These are Musa ‘Atagenda’ Sebulime, Gibby Kalule, Geofrey ‘Solo’ Kayemba, Chadi Ezzeddine, Isaac Mwesigwa, Mike Mutyaba, Tushar Ruparelia, Daniel Kisseka Ntale, Fred Ronald Niwagira Mwine and Luzzi Abraham, Muwonge Lawrence. Hon Alintuma Nsambu is in the process of renewing his licence.
5 – FUFA Support to the regional clubs based on the activities of the regions and the District Football Associations (DFA’s).
6 – Clubs’ requests to change their names:
Bright Light to Amuka Bright Stars Football Club – Approved
Nsaagu F.C to Busiro United F.C – Approved
Artland Katale F.C to Kamuli Park F.C – Approved
Lweza United to Greater Masaka FC – Approved
Sadolin Paints Football Club to Plascon F.C – Approved
Airtel Kitara to Kitara Football Club – Approved
Baza Holdings F.C to Stegotta F.C – Rejected
7 – FUFA Big League-Only 22 clubs will play in the 2018/19 Season. 8 will be relegated at the end of the 2017/18 season which currently has 26 teams pooled into two groups but 4 will be promoted to the 2018/19 season after the 8 Regional Champions have featured in the play off tournament to determine the new comers.
8 – Restructuring of the FUFA Competitions department:
The FUFA Competitions Department will have Competitions Director, Competitions Manager and 4 Competitions Officers.
The Competitions Officers shall handle the clubs licensing, regulations and players’ documentations, Development leagues, Elite competitions (Uganda Cup, CAF, UPL) and Monitoring lower divisions
FUFA Competitions Manager Ali Mwebe will be away for close to 4 months for a course in Germany. In his absence, Hajjati Aisha Nalule will assume the roles of the Competitions Manager in Acting capacity.
9 – FUFA Executive Committee also confirmed the new FUFA Standing committees for the period 2017/2021.
The 15th FUFA Executive committee co-opted Ronnie Kalema on the FUFA Executive committee following a resolution by the FUFA Ordinary Assembly in Masindi on 5th August, 2017.
Competitions Disciplinary Panel (A new Panel to handle immediate cases for All FUFA Competitions): The Panel has Deo Mutabazi (Chairman), Robert Sserunjogi, George Kabwemukya
FUFA Diversity and Anti-Discrimination (FUFA DAD)- Manager: Samuel Mpiima
Other committees:
COMPETITIONS Hamid Juma- Chairman
Mafuko Latif- V/Chairman
Kavuma Hassan – Member
Brian Ssengendo- Member
Tabu Santos- Member
LEGAL COMMITTEE Ojok Odur- Chairman
Edgar Agaba- V/chairman
INTERNATIONAL MATCH ORGANIZATION Magoola Issa- Chairman
Mike Letti- V/Chairman
Donney Robert- Member
Kamulegeya Yusuf- Member
Mwanje Joseph S- Member
Okello Walter-Member
Sendyowa Abass-Member
NATIONAL TEAMS’ COORDINATORS
Makumbi Sulait
Joseph Kasana
Taban Asega Kamara
Muyinda Crispus
9 – National teams’ technical staff and coordinators:
UGANDA SENIOR WOMEN NATIONAL TEAM (Crested Cranes):
Head coach: Faridah Bulega
Assistant Coach: Edward Kaziba
Goalkeepers’ Trainer: Daniel Kiwanuka
UGANDA U-20 (Women):
Head coach: Edward Kaziba
Assistant Coach: Oliver Mbekeka
Goalkeepers’ Trainer: Daniel Kiwanuka
Men’s teams:
UGANDA U 17 (Uganda Cubs)
Head coach: U-17: Peter Onen
Assistant coach: Hamza Lutalo
Goalkeeper Trainer: Mubarak Kiberu
UGANDA U-20 (Uganda Hippos)
Head coach: Mathias Lule
Assistant coach: James Odoch
Goalkeeping coach: Samuel Kawalya
UGANDA U-23 (Uganda Kobs):
Head coach: Moses Basena
Assistant coach: Wasswa Bbosa
Goalkeeping coach: Sadiq Wassa
UGANDA SENIOR TEAM (Uganda Cranes):
Head coach: Moses Basena
Assistant Coach: Mathias Lule
Goalkeeping coach: Fred Kajoba
*Ibrahim Ssekajja to join panel of coaches
Uganda National teams’ coordinators (to be appointed on rotational basis – case by case)
Chris Muyinda
Joseph Kasana
Kamala Taban
Sulait Makumbi
MAIN PHOTO: FUFA Communications Manager Ahmed Hussein with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Edgar Watson during the press conference on Wednesday, 20th September 2017 at FUFA House.
The 15th FUFA Executive committee meeting that convened on Tuesday, 19th September 2017 at FUFA House in Mengo Kampala confirmed the appointment of several coaches to the different positions for the national teams.
UGANDA SENIOR WOMEN NATIONAL (Uganda Crested Cranes):
Head coach: Faridah Bulega
Assistant Coach: Edward Kaziba
Goalkeepers’ Trainer: Daniel Kiwanuka
UGANDA U-20:
Head coach: Edward Kaziba
Assistant Coach: Oliver Mbekeka
Goalkeepers’ Trainer: Daniel Kiwanuka
Men teams:
UGANDA U 17 (Uganda Cubs)
Head coach: U-17: Peter Onen
Assistant coach: George Lutalo
Goalkeeper Trainer: Mubarak Kiberu
UGANDA U-20 (Uganda Hippos)
Head coach: Mathias Lule
Assistant coach: James Odoch
Goalkeeping coach: Samuel Kawalya
UGANDA U-23 (Uganda Kobs):
Head coach: Moses Basena
Assistant coach: Wasswa Bbosa
Goalkeeping coach: Sadiq Wassa
The FUFA President Eng Moses greets the Uganda Cranes coaches Fred Kajoba (L) and Moses Basena (M) prior to kick off of the return leg in the 2018 CHAN Qualifier
UGANDA SENIOR TEAM (Uganda Cranes):
Head coach: Moses Basena
Assistant Coach: Mathias Lule
Goalkeeping coach: Fred Kajoba
*Ibrahim Ssekagya to join panel of coaches
Uganda National teams’ Coordinators (to be appointed on rotational basis – case by case)
Chris Muyinda
Joseph Kasana
Kamala Taban
Sulait Makumbi
MAIN PHOTO: Faridah Bulega is now the Uganda Crested Cranes head coach. She is deputized by Edward Kaziba
Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) Executive Committee led by the President Eng. Moses Magogo kick started the officially mandated new term in office on Thursday, 31st August 2017 for the period 2017 – 2021.
This follows the successful elections held at the 93rd FUFA Ordinary Assembly held on Saturday, 5th Auguts 2017 at the Kabalega Hotel in Masindi.
According to a circular No. 1061 – FUFA/C/006/17 released by the office of the Chief Executive Officer, Edgar Watson Suubi, it duly confirmed;
This is to inform you that the FUFA Executive Committee as elected in the 93rd FUFA Ordinary General Assembly on Saturday 5th August 2017 in Masindi, has started its official mandated term of office started on Thursday, 1st 31st August 2017.
Further communication will be forwarded in the due course.
On a vibrant tiding, the new term began with a convincing performance of the national team, Uganda Cranes that overcame the 7 time African champions, Egypt 1-0 in the FIFA World Cup 2018 Russia group E qualifier at Mandela Naational Stadium, Namboole.
New FUFA Executive Committee members pose for a group photo alongside the two guests who were part of the 93rd FUFA Ordinary Assembly – Leodgar Tenga and Djibouti FA President, Soulieman Hassan Waberi
FUFA Executive Committee (2017-2021):
1 – Eng. Moses Magogo (President)
2 – Mr. Mugisha Justus (1st Vice President)
3 – Mr Mugoye Darius (2nd Vice President)
4 – Hon Florence Nakiwala Kiyingi (3rd Vice President)
5 – Mr Byamukama Rogers (Kitara Delegat)
6 – Mr. Kalibala John Chrizestom (Western Delegate)
7 – Ms. Mugena Agnes (Woman Delegate)
8 – Hajji Ssekabira Abdul Lukooya (Buganda Delegate)
9 – Mr. Hamid Juma (Kampala Delegate)
10 – Mr. Kalyebara David Mukidi (Northern Delegate)
In preparation for the new season, 128 referees underwent medical tests on Friday in preparation for the fitness exercise the following day.
The medicals were held on Friday 1st September 2017 at FUFA House, Mengo ahead of FIFA and National physical fitness tests.
According to Ali Kalyango, the FIFA physical fitness instructor, the referees are being prepared for the 2017/18 season and those who pass will officiate the Azam Uganda Premier League, the FUFA Big League and other competitions.
“The medical and physical fitness tests are intended to prepare the match FIFA and National match for the 2017/18 season” Kalyango observed.
The exercise will also be used for promotion of referees at different grades that’s 3rd, 2nd, 1st and FIFA.
The fitness exercise will take place at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole on Saturday, 2nd September 2017.
At least thirty (30) young referees under 17 years started training at the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) Technical center in Njeru on Monday, 28th August 2017.
Of these, 7 are female. This capacity building residential course is aimed at revisiting and fine tuning the young referees in the different refereeing dynamics, modules and ethics of the game.
Young referees with equipment
FUFA Referees manager Samuel Egesa is at the held of this course (as the main instructor) that will take 5 days.
“I take the opportunity to thank FUFA in its tireless efforts to change the trend of football from amateurism to professionalism and, education of the different football stakeholders is one feasible mechanism that will get us there. To the referees, give this course your very best shot physically and mentally, grasp and glue onto all the modules and dynamics that will be discussed in oral, theoretical and sessions, the rest will be history.” Observed Egesa.
FUFA Referees manager Samuel Egesa in theory session with the young referees
These are the referees that will officiate in the 2017/18 FUFA Juniors league expected to kick off on the 17th September 2017.
Young referees having a meal at the FUFA Technical center, Njeru
The list of U17 referees taking part in this capacity building programme include:
1. Lydia Alinde (Kawempe)
2. Jackline Nassozi (Kampala)
3. Shakira Nalukwago (Lubaga)
4.Pheibe Lunkuse (Kampala)
5. Racheal Nantongo (Makindye)
6.Namukobe Haula (Iganga)
7.Kawala Zamuyati (Iganga)
8.Bbosa Joseph (Luweero)
9.Mukisa Grace Calvin (Wakiso)
10.Magoola Ashiraf (Iganga)
11.Mayanja Haruna (Busia)
12.Kasadha Kennedy (Kawempe)
13.Kamuntu Derrick (Masindi)
14.Awuye Yusuf (Iganga)
15. Eric Adia (Kawempe)
16. John Akomye (Jinja)
17. Mathias Kalungi (Wakiso).
18.Mulindwa Arafah (Kampala)
19.Rashid Haruna (West Nile)
20.Mukasa Abdul Razake (Bugiri)
21. Kiggundu Arafah (Kampala)
22.Kakaire Ashiraf (Kampala).
23.Bugembe Ismael (Kawempe)
24.Enon Samuel Zaza (Buziga)
25. Nelson Nuwamanya (Mbarara)
26.Busulwa Huzaifa (Mbarara)
27. Nesto Onya (Bukedea)
28. Nelson Wamani (Kampala)
29.Happy Badru (Koboko)
30. Herbert Bwiire (Wakiso)
TOTAL CHAN KENYA CHAMPIONSHIPS 2018: 1ST ROUND, Return Leg: Uganda Cranes Vs South Sudan
Saturday, 22nd July 2017
At the Star Times Stadium, Lugogo – Kampala
The Uganda Cranes team on Sunday afternoon returned to training at the Star Times stadium in Lugogo.
This was a day after their successful return from South Sudan where they drew goal-less during the opening leg of the Total CHAN first round qualifier played at the Juba stadium on Friday evening.
All the players who played in the first match reported for the training session that lasted for 2 hours.
Those who stayed backed like goalkeeper Tom Ikara, Moses Waiswa, Simon Sserunkuma and Nicholas Kasozi also joined the training session.
Uganda Cranes training at Lugogo on Sunday evening
Team captain Geofrey Sserunkuma promised a better display during the return leg having missed many goal scoring opportunities away on Friday.
“We missed a lot of chances in the first leg. We are focused to better our efforts in the return leg and qualify” Sserunkuma said.
Uganda Cranes go through the paces at the Star Times stadium, Lugogo
The return leg will be played on Saturday, 22nd July 2017 at the Star Times stadium, Lugogo.
On Monday, the training resumes at the same venue starting at 4 p.m.
Players who took part in the training session on Sunday:
Goalkeepers: Ismael Watenga, Ken Saidi , Tom Ikara
Outfield players: Nico Wakiro Wadada, Paul Musamali, Brian Majwega), Savio Kabugo, Timothy Awany, Bernard Muwanga, Milton Karisa, Tom Masiko, Muzamir Mutyaba, Paul Mucureezi, Geofrey Sserunkuma (Captain), Derrick Nsibambi, Isaac Muleme, John Adriko, Deus Bukenya, Moses Waiswa, Nicholas Kasozi and Shafiq Kagimu
The first ever goalkeeping clinic in Uganda was held on Sunday at the Star Times Stadium, Lugogo .
The FUFA Technical Director Asuman Lubowa officially opened the clinic and told participants that FUFA also caters for specialized training sessions like goalkeeping.
‘FUFA has an initiative for capacity building with specialised training like the goalkeeping department which was started early with a goalkeeping course which was held at the FUFA Technical Center, Njeru’ Said Lubowa
Lubowa informed the patrticipants that FUFA also sent Sadiq Wassa to a CAF goalkeepers instructors course.
The clinic was attended by both active and retired goalkeepers who are now coaches.
Dennis Onyango shares tips at the Star Times stadium, Lugogo with fellow goalkeepers and goalkeeping coaches
Twenty seven participants took part in the one day session under the instructorship of newly graduated CAF goalkeeping instructor Sadiq
Wassa with the help of David Kiwanuka, Sam Kawalya and Stephen Billy Kiguddu with special instructor being Uganda Cranes Captain and first choice goalkeeper Denis Masinde Onyango .
Onyango tasked the goalkeeper s and coaches to cope up with the trend of goalkeeping.
“Goalkeeping is no longer about diving only ,coaches and players should keep up dated on the modern tactics and get to know the reasons why prominent goalkeepers perform well and keep on form for a a long period of time” Said Onyango
Some of the attendants at the FUFA goalkeeping clinic
He added by asking coaches and players to keep a good relationship with players not forgetting discipline as a key to the success .
Uganda Cranes and team captain Dennis Onyango were named the 2016 team of the year and best sports personality respectively by the Uganda Sports Press Association (USPA) at a glamorous awards and dinner ceremony held at Imperial Royale Hotel in Kampala on Friday night.
Onyango, who had earlier received his award for the best footballer of the year, beat athlete David Emong and rugby player Phillip Wokorach to the top gong.
Uganda Cranes’ return to the AFCON finals after 39 years and the splendid form in the year, 2016 were the reasons fronted for the top team award.
FUFA President, Eng. Moses Magogo was accompanied by a strong team that also had the 3rd VP Dennis Mbidde, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Edgar Watson, Deputy CEO Humphrey Mandu, FUFA marketing director Esther Musoke, Communications director Ahmed Hussein, personal assistant to the office of the president Sumaya Kiwanuka.
The Guest of honor at the ‘Made of Uganda’ theme night was the first son, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba.
General Muhoozi Kainerugaba hands over the accolade to goalkeeper Dennis Onyango
General Kainerugaba lauded the national team and Onyango for maintaining the status quo.
“Our return to the Africa Cup of Nations after like 38 years was a result of unquestionable commitment and hard work. I urge you to maintain” Kainerugaba stated.
In acknowledgement speech, Onyango hinted on the plat form presented to him by Uganda Cranes and his club Mamelodi Sundowns to play football in good and trying moments.
He sent a big token of appreciation to all his friends and family who have also uplifted him in low moments.
“I have not won these awards alone. I thank the Uganda Cranes and Mamelodi Sundowns for the opportunity presented to me. In a special way, i thank my friends and family who have always stood by me in good and bad moments” he said in a brief speech.
Onyango was accompanied by fellow Uganda Cranes teammate and vice captain of the team, Hassan Wasswa Mawanda alongside retired Ex-international, Simeon Masaba.
Uganda Cranes captain Dennis Onyango receives his footballer of the year accolade
The event was also graced by leaders from the other sports federations and associations, National Council of Sports and sponsors’ representatives.
Other sporting disciplines were also rewarded with beautiful accolades.
FUFA partners Nile Breweries Limited under the flagship brand, Nile Special were the event main sponsors at the 500 guest list event.
