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  • Uganda Hippos XI Vs South Sudan – AFCON U-20 Qualifiers (CECAFA Zone)

    Uganda Hippos XI Vs South Sudan – AFCON U-20 Qualifiers (CECAFA Zone)

    AFCON U-20 Qualifiers (CECAFA Zone):

    South Sudan Vs Uganda – Sheikh Amri Abeid Stadium, Arusha (4 PM)

    *Live Commentary on 102.1 FUFA f.m

    The Uganda U-20 head coach Morley Byekwaso has named the starting XI against South Sudan in the AFCON U-20 (CECAFA Zone) qualifier.

    Jack Komakech starts between the posts with a three man defence of captain Gavin Kizito Mugweri, Kenneth Ssemakula and Musa Ramathan.

    A compact midfield of four has Bobosi Byaruhanga, Steven Sserwadda, Najib Yiga and Azizi Kayondo.

    The forwards selected to start the match are Richard Basangwa, Raymond Onyai and Ivan Asaba.

    The poster boy is Ivan Asaba who has been named to start the match in the three man attack

    This match kicks off at 4 PM at the Sheikh Amri Abeid Stadium in Arusha city.

    The centre referee is Saddam Houssein Mansour from Djibouti.

    Somalia’s Abdi Mohamed Nour and Liban Abdourazak Ahmed from Djibouti are the first and second assistant referees respectively.

    The football radio 102.1 FUFA f.m will relay live the proceedings of the game.

    Uganda U-20 XI: Jack Komakech (G.K), Gavin Kizito Mugweri (Captain), Aziz Kayondo, Kenneth Ssemakula, Musa Ramathan, Bobosi Byaruhanga, Steven Sserwadda, Najib Yiga, Richard Basangwa, Raymond Onyai, Ivan Asaba

    Subs: Denis Ssenyondwa Kaala (G.K), Richard Bbosa, Joseph Kafumbe, Isma Mugulusi, Joseph Kizza Bukenya, Ashiraf Mulindi, Alpha Thierry Ssali, Faisal Wabyoona, Ivan Bogere

    Match Officials:

    • Centre Referee: Saddam Houssein Mansour (Djibouti)
    • Assistant Referee 1: Abdi Mohamed Nour (Somalia)
    • Assistant Referee 2: Liban Abdourazak Ahmed (Djibouti)
    • Fourth Official: Ahmed Hassan Hussein Ahmed (Somalia)
    • Commissioner: Omar Mohamoud Nor (Somalia)
    • Referee Assessor: Leslie Leonard Liunda (Tanzania)
    • General Coordinator: Baraka Kizuguto (Tanzania)
    • Technical Study Group: Tewodros Franco Karoni (Ethiopia)
    • Media Officer: Ramadhani Kibuga (Burundi)
    • Security Officer: Hashim Abdallah (Tanzania)
    • Assistant General Coordinator: Yacoub Ali Elmi (Djibouti)
  • AFCON U20: Byekwaso maintains Mugweri as team captain, confident ahead of Zonal Qualifiers

    AFCON U20: Byekwaso maintains Mugweri as team captain, confident ahead of Zonal Qualifiers

    COMPETITION: U-20 Total CAF Africa Cup of Nations Zonal Qualifiers

    DATE: 23 November – 05, December 2020

    HOST: Tanzania.

    Group A: Tanzania, Somalia and Djibouti

    Group B: Burundi, South Sudan and Uganda

    Group C: Ethiopia, Kenya and Sudan

    Uganda Hippos Head Coach, Morley Byekwaso has maintained Gavin Kizito Mugweri as captain of the team.

    The development comes as the Uganda U20 preparers to take part at the U20 AFCON Zonal Qualifiers Tourney that commences on Monday.

    Byekwaso believes Mugweri who plies his trade at SC Villa has leadership skills and he is a player that can motivate the rest of the team.


    ”I have looked at the player’s quality and his leadership skills to take the team ahead. He will carry the responsiblity of captaining the team. I have confidence and belief in him’ Byekwaso stated.

    Morley Byekwaso

    It should be noted that Mugweri was captain of the Uganda U17 (Cubs) team that featured at the 2018 U17 Africa Cup of Nations.

    He also served in the same role last year at the CECAFA U20 Tournament held in Uganda.

    Byekwaso travelled to Tanzania with a squad of 20 players and thinks the team will do well during the tournament and his primary target being to take them to the final. 

    ‘My primary target just like any other Ugandan is to see that the team reaches to the final of this tournament. If this is achieved, we shall be rest assured of the ticket to play in the AFCON final tournament in Mauritania.’ he added.

    The Coach said the squad of 20 players that he selected has worked hard and they will make the country proud.

    The tournament runs from November 23, to December 5, in Tanzania.

    The Hippos will face South Sudan in the first group game on November 23, at 4pm.

    Meanwhile the team is accommodated at Premier Palace Hotel, Arusha.

    The team had the first light training at 3pm on Saturday, 21st November 2020.

     The U-20 qualifiers will see 11 countries competing. Hosts Tanzania has been placed in group A with Somalia and Djibouti, while Burundi, South Sudan and Uganda are in group B.

    Ethiopia plays in group C with Kenya and Sudan.

  • Uganda Cubs players in exclusive theory session at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru

    Uganda Cubs players in exclusive theory session at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru

    COMPETITION: U-17 Total CAF Africa Cup of Nations Zonal Qualifiers

    DATE: 13 – 28, December 2020

    HOST: Rwanda

    The U-17 qualifiers will attract 9 countries divided into three groups

    • Group A: Rwanda, Eritrea and South Sudan
    • Group B: Uganda, Ethiopia and Kenya
    • Group C: Sudan, Djibouti and Tanzania.

    Ahead of the forthcoming CAF U-17 Zonal CECAFA Qualifiers, the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) has boosted the Cubs training camp in Njeru with yet again another theory session to compliment with the routine physical drills on the field of play.

    The first class was handled by the former player and coach Vincent Tumusiime, also popularly known as Titi Kamara early this week.

    The module that was held by experienced CAF instructor Livingstone Kyambadde expounded most on the players’ future development both on and off the field of play.

    Livingstone Kyambadde

    While explaining to players about teamwork, Kyambadde recited on how egoism can never take a player thus far.

    ‘When you win, you win as a team not as an individual. This means I win, you win and the team wins‘ noted Kyambadde, a Senior CAF Coaching Instructor while explaining to players.

    He taught players on how bad peer groups can derail and spoil their future if they’re not careful.

    ‘Bad association can spoil good habit.’ Kyambadde fore warned the extremely attentive players.

    ‘Luck is when preparation meets opportunity. Are you guys prepared to grab this opportunity of being summoned to the national team?’ he posed.

    He further handled different aspects of the module where he hinted on various topics as below listed.

    • What every player needs to know?
    • Why are you playing?
    • When you reach don’t forget.
    • Ability can take you to the top, but character can keep you there
    • The best way to predict the future is to create it
    • Extra blessings come from extra effort
    • Do not lie, because when you lie you make the problem part of the future
    • Do not make permanent decision for a temporary situation
    • Amongst other topics

    Meanwhile player Simon Mukisa and head coach Hamza Lutalo gave a vote of thanks in appreciation to what Kyambadde delivered.

    ‘On player’s behalf, I want to thank the instructor of the day for these wonderful words of encouragement. We promise we shall all these words not only during our stay in camp but in entire life. Trust me this is life time knowledge acquired. We thank Management for organizing us such classes. We never remain the same‘ Mukisa disclosed.

    Hamza Lutalo

    Head coach Hamza Lutalo said ‘The class has helped us a lot because players were so much nervous and bothered with the issue of being sent home for not making it to the final cut. But his lecturing hinted most on all these attributes of life where players were told that being trimmed off the team is not the end of life. It calls for one to work hard so that next time he is ready to grab the chance.’

    The tournament will be held in Rwanda from 13 – 28, December 2020. Uganda is in group B with finalists Ethiopia and arch rivals Kenya.

    This year’s edition will have 9 countries taking part namely host Rwanda, reigning champion Uganda, Eritrea, South Sudan, Ethiopia, Kenya, Sudan, Djibouti and Tanzania

    The top two finalists will get a ticket to play in the 2021 U17 AFCON in Morocco as CECAFA agents.

    Tanzania hosted the last edition of the championship in 2019 that was won by Uganda who beat Ethiopia 3-1 in the final.

    UK based, Basil Tenywa during a demonstration

    Players in camp

    Mwebe Henry, Oryoth Humphrey, Norman Rukari, Mukisa Daniel, Magada Abdul, Mulema Vincent, Waswaga Shafic, Juma Ibrahim, Enock Luyima, Gover Peter, Madoi Ronald, Ssebulime Pius, Mukisa Simon, Kato Derrick, Irinimbabazi Ivan, Mukiibi Yasin, Bawunda David, Opaala Edwin, Mutyaba Travis,  Mudiba Samir, Elvis Muwonge, Kalisa Shugai, Sekibengo Godfrey, Bugembe Issa,  Kifumba Faizo, Mawa Oscar, Odongo Allan, Kigundu Allan, Kyeyune Abasi, Basil Tenywa, Magogo Shafik, Christopher Nyongesa, Opio Alex, Mubiru Hassan, Jumbe Fahad

  • Uganda Hippos final traveling team to Tanzania for AFCON U-20 Zonal Qualifiers

    Uganda Hippos final traveling team to Tanzania for AFCON U-20 Zonal Qualifiers

    Competition: U20 Total CAF AFCON Zonal Qualifiers

    Host: Tanzania, Arusha

    Dates: 23rd November – 6th December, 2020

    Uganda Hippos’ head coach Morley Byekwaso has named the final 20 man squad travelling to Arusha city ahead of the U20 Total CAF African Cup of Nations Zonal qualifiers in Tanzania.

    The team departs for Tanzania on Friday morning aboard Uganda Airlines via Kenya.

    FUFA Executive Committee member Ariga Rasoul Ibrahim is the leader of delegation.

    There are three groups with hosts and defending champions Tanzania in group A alongside Somalia and Djibouti.

    Group B has Uganda, Eritrea, Burundi and South Sudan whilst group C has Ethiopia, Kenya and Sudan.

    Officials

    1. Leader of Delegation: Ariga Rasoul Ibrahim
    2. Head coach: Byekwaso Morley
    3. Fitness coach: Felix Ayobo
    4. Goalkeeping coach: Kiggundu Billy
    5. Team Coordinator: Namusisi Joan
    6. Team Doctor: Katumba Yahaya
    7. Kits Manager: Bumpenje Frank
    8. Media Officer :Mpagi Farid

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    Players:

    1. Ssenyondwa Denis Kaala
    2. Bbosa Richard
    3. Kayondo Abdu Aziizi
    4. Musa Ramathan
    5. Kizito Mugweri Gavin
    6. Semakula Kenneth
    7. Mugulusi Isma
    8. Sserwadda Steven
    9. Bogere Ivan
    10. Bukenya Joseph Kizza
    11. Asaba Ivan
    12. Kafumbe Joseph
    13. Onyai Raymond
    14. Mulindi Ashiraf
    15. Byaruhanga Bobosi
    16. Basangwa Richard
    17. Wabyoona Faisal
    18. Yiga Najib
    19. Komakech Jack
    20. Ssali Alpha Thierry
  • Build Up Match: KCCA edge Uganda Hippos in closed door match

    Build Up Match: KCCA edge Uganda Hippos in closed door match

    Friendly Match: KCCA 2-1 Uganda Hippos

    Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) Football Club played against Uganda U-20 (The Hippos) for the second time in a week at the MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo on Tuesday, November 17, 2020.

    The Uganda Hippos team took the lead through an own goal by Herbert Achai, who diverted Raymond Derrick Onyai’s cross from the left.

    The juniors played the entire game with a man less after a red card to left back Azizi Kayondo as early as the third half.

    Julius Poloto (left) takes on Joseph Kafumbe

    Julius Poloto, the KCCA captain missed the opportunity to bring the game level when he missed a penalty as goalkeeper Jack Komakech was equal to the task.

    KCCA reacted strongly in the second half, scoring through second half substitute Dennis Iguma and Samson Andrew Kigozi.

    Denis Iguma races to the ball ahead of Joseph Kizza Bukenya
    Sadat Anaku shields the ball

    Both teams made a couple of changes to grant game time to the various people at their disposal.

    The Uganda U-20 team is preparing for the CECAFA U-20 championship that will be staged in Arusha, Tanzania (23rd November to 6th December 2020).

    The Hippos head coach Morley Byekwaso is expected to name the final traveling team on Wednesday, 18th November 2020 before the team departs the following day.

    Morley Byekwaso on the touchline

    Team Line Ups:

    KCCA XI: Ali Mwirusi (G.K), Samuel Kato, Peter Magambo, Herbert Achai, Ashraf Mugume, Samson Andrew Kigozi, Julius Poloto, Dominic Ayella, Kezironi Kizito, Sadat Anaku, Moses Aliro

    Subs: Dennis Iguma, Fillbert Obenchan, Moses Kalanzi, Jerome Otim

    Uganda U-20 XI

    Uganda U20: Jack Komakech (G.K), Steven Sserwadda, Aziz Kayondo, Joseph Kafumbe, Kenneth Ssemakula, Musa Ramathan, Richard Basangwa,  Bobosi Byaruhanga, Derrick Raymond Onyai, Najib Yiga, Derrick Kakooza

    Uganda U-20 substitutes

    Subs: Dennis Ssenyondwa (G.K), Wilber Wamala, Robert Kitabalwa, Richard Bbosa, Ivan Eyam, Ashraf Mulinde, Faisal Wabyona, Andrew Kawooya, Ivan Bogere, Alpha Ssali

  • Practice Match: Hippos stun Cubs during seven goal thriller

    Practice Match: Hippos stun Cubs during seven goal thriller

    Practice Match: Hippos 5-2 Cubs

    Uganda Hippos (U-20) overcame the Cubs (U-17) 5-2 during a practice match played at the FUFA Technical Center in Njeru, Buikwe on Sunday.

    The Hippos recovered from a goal down to win in style ahead of the Total CAF U-20 Zonal Qualification tourney that is set to kick off on 23rd November – 06th December 2020 in Arusha, Tanzania. 

    Attacking midfielder Travis Mutyaba gave the Cubs the lead on 22 minutes to boss the half time 1-0.

    The second stanza of the game witnessed the U-20 head coach Morley Byekwaso introduce a fresh team that injected life back to normal to their side. 

    Uganda Cubs’ Allan Odongo passes the ball as Hippos midfielder Bobosi Byaruhanga closes down at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru on Sunday

    Richard Basangwa opened up the scoring touch for the Hippos in the 66th minute.

    Four minutes later, he had his second goal as the Hippos took the lead. 

    Having picked the scoring momentum in the course of the game, Derrick Kakooza scored the third one from the left flank .

    Meanwhile, Derrick Raymond Onyai  and Yiga Nagib netted the other two goals in quick succession coming in the 84th and 86th minutes respectively to give Morley’s side a 5-1 comfortable lead. 

    Uganda Cubs’ player Alex Opio controls the ball

    Abasi Kyeyune scored a long range propeller outside box to try to narrow the gap but their effort was not enough to get them back in the game before match day center referee blew the final whistle.

    The U-20 qualifiers will see 11 countries competing.

    Hosts Tanzania has been placed in group A with Somalia, Rwanda and Djibouti, while Burundi, Eritrea, South Sudan and Uganda are in group B. Ethiopia plays in group C with Kenya and Sudan.

    Another COVID-19 Testing moment for Hippos:

    Prior to the departure to Tanzania for the tournament, the team will once again go for a mandatory Covid 19 test on November 17 in the morning hours.

    This will guarantee that some of the tournament’s and travel Covid 19 regulations and standard operating procedures are met.

    Uganda U-20 head coach Morley Byekwaso

    U20 Starting XI:

    Jack Komakech (Gk), Kenneth Ssemakula, Sunday Ohio, Richard Boss,  Andrew Kawoya, Ivan Eyamu, Joseph Bukenya,  Ashiraf Mulindi,  Faisal Wabyona, Alpha Ssali Thierry, Ivan Bogere.

    U17 Starting XI:

    Abdul Magada (gk), Vincent Milena,  Juma Ibrahim, Peter Gover, Pius Sebulime,  Yasin Mukiibi, David Bawunda,  Issa Bugembe,  Travis Mutyaba,  Moses Mawa, Edwin Opaala Mukasa.

    U20 Substitutes

    Dennis Sendyowa, Musa Ramathan,  Joseph Kafumbe,  Gavin Kizito Mugweri, Aziz Kayondo, Nagib Yiga, Babosi Byaruhanga, Raymond Onyayi, Robert Kitabalwa,  Steven Sserwada, Derrick Kakooza, Umar Lutalo,  Ivan Asaba,  Jamal Masiko, Richard Basangwa, Wilber Wamala. 

    U17 Substitutes

    Henry Mwebe (Gk), Humphrey Oyirwoth,  Enoch Luyima, Fahad Jumbo, Samir Mudiba, Basil Tenywa Tamu, Ronald Madoi, Damon Mukisa,  Shafik Waswanga, Faisal Kifumba, Godfrey Sekobengo, Christopher Nyongesa,  Shafik Magogo, Allan Odongo,  Ivan Ainimbabazi,  Abasi Kyeyune, Opio Otim.

  • Byekwaso lines up two practice matches for Uganda U-20 team ahead of CECAFA Zonal qualifiers

    Byekwaso lines up two practice matches for Uganda U-20 team ahead of CECAFA Zonal qualifiers

    U-20 Total CAF Africa Cup of Nations Zonal Qualifiers

    23 – 06, December 2020

    *To be hosted by Tanzania

    As the trip to Tanzania for CAF U20 zonal Cecafa Qualifiers nears, Uganda Hippos are in final stages of preparation ahead of the tournament commencement in Arusha, Tanzania.

    Two lined up practice matches:

    Head coach Morley Byekwaso has lined-up two practice matches that will be used to assess the readiness and fitness levels of players before leaving for the tournament.

    Morley Byekwaso, head coach of Uganda U-20

    On Sunday November 15, they will be playing against the U17 Uganda Cubs in Njeru at Fufa Technical Centre at 9am under closed doors and on Tuesday November 17, they will travel to KCCA FC away at Lugogo, Kampala at 3pm.

    Team Departure to Tanzania:

    Prior to the departure to Tanzania for the tournament, the team will once again go for a mandatory COVID-19 test on November 17 in the morning hours.

    This will guarantee that some of the tournament’s and travel Covid 19 regulations and standard operating procedures are met.

    Coach Byekwaso talks to some of the players
    Some of the Uganda U-20 players

    Meanwhile, the Hippos had a practice match on Friday against Kampala City Council Authority Football Club that ended in a 3 all draw in Lugogo, Kampala at the newly rebranded MTN Omondi Stadium.

    KCCA’s Kigozi opened the first stanza by registering his name on the score board when he notched a brace to put the host in a comfortable lead.

    At the start of the second stanza, substitute Juma Balinya also scored the third to keep the host in the lead of the game by 3 goals to nil.

    However, minutes after Balinya’s third goal of the game, one should say Morley Byekwaso’s guards picked the tactics pretty well during the half-time break when they bounced back to score three to finish it in style.

    Uganda Hippos’ forward Najib Iga pulled one back to restore hope before midfield general Derrick Kakooza scored the second one to make it 3-2. It’s from there then that Bogere Ivan scored the third goal off the Kick from the penalty mark to make it end in a 3 all draw in the dying minutes of the game.

  • AFCON U-17 ZONAL CECAFA QUALIFIERS: Uganda Cubs players pass first test

    AFCON U-17 ZONAL CECAFA QUALIFIERS: Uganda Cubs players pass first test

    U-17 Total CAF Africa Cup of Nations Zonal Qualifiers

    13 – 28, December 2020

    To be Hosted by Rwanda

    All the thirty-five players on the U17 Uganda National Football Team (The Cubs) passed the Magnetic Resignation Imaging (MRI) tests.

    The good news was revealed by the team coordinator and FUFA Youth Football Development Manager Bashir Mutyaba upon release of results in Mengo, Kampala on Friday, 13th November 2020.

    The U-17 players during stretching drills under fitness coach Arthur Kyesmira

    ‘They underwent the MRI test in Kampala at Mengo Hospital on Tuesday this week and the good news is that all the boys passed the test.’ Bashir Mutyaba disclosed.

    Mutyaba tagged the feat as a “positive development” for the head coach Hamza Lutalo and the rest of the technical team.

    ‘This is a positive development for the head coach and his entire working team as all the players passed the tests. The technical team will pick the final 20man squad that will be used in the forthcoming tournament.’ Mutyaba added.

    Some of the Uganda U-17 players pose for a group photo after training
    The players stretch as assistant coach Brian Ssenyondo and goalkeeping coach Mubarak Kiberu keep a keen eye

    Meanwhile, on Saturday afternoon, the players had the first session before going for one-hour long theory class that was conducted by the Vincent “Titi Camara” Tumusiime.

    Vincent “Titi Camara” Tumusiime with his lecture
    Vincent “Titi Camara” Tumusiime takes the players through a talk session

    In the theory session, the players were taken through different aspects in life-style with much emphasis being put on moral and discipline.

    The U-17 qualifiers will take place in Rwanda from 13 – 28 December 2020.

    A total of 9 countries will take part; divided into three groups.

    Hosts Rwanda are grouped with Eritrea and South Sudan in group A.

    The reigning champions Uganda are in group B with Ethiopia and Kenya as group C has Sudan, Djibouti and Tanzania.

    Some of the goalkeepers in camp

    The players in camp are;

    Goal keepers

    1. Kato Derrick

    2. Mwebe Henry

    3. Oryoth Humphrey

    4. Norman Rukari

    5. Mukisa Daniel

    6. Magada Abdul

    Defenders

    7. Mulema Vincent

    8. Waswaga Shafic

    9. Juma Ibrahim

    10. Enock Luyima

    11. Gover Peter

    12. Madoi Ronald

    13. Ssebulime Pius

    14. Mukisa Simon

    Midfielders

    15. Irinimbabazi Ivan

    16. Mukiibi Yasin

    17. Bawunda David

    18. Opaala Edwin

    19. Mutyaba Travis

    20. Mudiba Samir

    21. Elvis Muwonge

    22. Kalisa Shugai

    23. Sekibengo Godfrey

    24. Bugembe Issa 

    25. Kifumba Faizo

    26. Mawa Oscar

    27. Odongo Allan

    28. Kigundu Allan

    29. Kyeyune Abasi

    30. Basil Tenywa

    31. Magogo Shafik

    32. Christopher Nyongesa

    33. Opio Alex

    34. Mubiru Hassan

    35. Jumbe Fahad

    The players in stretching drills
  • Hamza Lutalo buoyant upon Uganda’s chances of attaining ticket to the 2021 AFCON U-17 Finals

    Hamza Lutalo buoyant upon Uganda’s chances of attaining ticket to the 2021 AFCON U-17 Finals

    U-17 Total CAF Africa Cup of Nations Zonal Qualifiers

    13 – 28, December 2020

    To be Hosted by Rwanda

    It is exactly a month to the kick-off of the U-17 Total CAF Africa Cup of Nations Zonal CECAFA Qualifiers in Rwanda.

    The Uganda Cubs will be looking at securing a ticket to the finals of 2021 U17 AFCON in Morocco.

    The feat will be determined by their success at the CECAFA Zonal Championship in Rwanda this December will determine their destiny.

    Uganda is looking at securing a ticket to the second successive finals running.

    In their last attempt, Uganda qualified for the finals that were held in Tanzania last year after beating Ethiopia 3-1 in the Zonal qualifiers final.

    Hamza Lutalo the head coach is confident Uganda has what it takes to put up a decent display.

    U-17 head coach Hamza Lutalo prior to a training session at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru

    ‘We are preparing pretty well at Fufa Technical Centre in Njeru and the team is in good shape. Am so positive we have the right players with exceptional talent around us whom we shall select from the final 20 who will travel to Rwanda for the competition. My confidence is high according to how players are responding to the training. All the 35 players were taken through the MRI and we hope to get all their results by close of business today before reducing the number further to twenty five.’ Lutalo disclosed.

    Winger Edwin Opala Mukisa jumps during a training session
    Fitness coach Arthur Kyesmira during the work-outs with the players

    According to the regional football governing body CECAFA, the U-17 qualifiers will take place in Rwanda from 13 – 28 December 2020.

    The U-17 qualifiers will attract 9 countries divided into three groups.

    Hosts Rwanda are pitted with Eritrea and South Sudan in group A.

    The reigning champions Uganda are in group B with Ethiopia and Kenya dubbed to be group of death.

    Group C has of Sudan, Djibouti and Tanzania.

    Right back Vincent Mulema
    Shafik Magogo
    Players quench their thirst during a water break in between a training session

    The players in camp are;

    Goal keepers

    1. Kato Derrick

    2. Mwebe Henry

    3. Oryoth Humphrey

    4. Norman Rukari

    5. Mukisa Daniel

    6. Magada Abdul

    Defenders

    7. Mulema Vincent

    8. Waswaga Shafic

    9. Juma Ibrahim

    10. Enock Luyima

    11. Gover Peter

    12. Madoi Ronald

    13. Ssebulime Pius

    14. Mukisa Simon

    Midfielders

    15. Irinimbabazi Ivan

    16. Mukiibi Yasin

    17. Bawunda David

    18. Opaala Edwin

    19. Mutyaba Travis

    20. Mudiba Samir

    21. Elvis Muwonge

    22. Kalisa Shugai

    23. Sekibengo Godfrey

    24. Bugembe Issa 

    25. Kifumba Faizo

    26. Mawa Oscar

    27. Odongo Allan

    28. Kigundu Allan

    29. Kyeyune Abasi

    30. Basil Tenywa

    31. Magogo Shafik

    32. Christopher Nyongesa

    33. Opio Alex

    34. Mubiru Hassan

    35. Jumbe Fahad

  • Uganda Cubs squad take shape as training intensifies

    Uganda Cubs squad take shape as training intensifies

    Uganda National U-17 football team (The Cubs) squad has been narrowed to a maximum of 35 players as the team progresses with its preparations for the forthcoming AFCON CECAFA Zonal U17 Qualifiers in Rwanda.

    Under the stewardship of Head coach Hamza Lutalo, the players have now spent a week in residential training at both IUIU campus Kabojja, and FUFA Technical Center in Njeru.

    The players through the paces at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru

    The team will continue with camp at FUFA Technical Center for another fortnight before travelling to Rwanda where the Qualifiers tournament will be held from.

    The squad will be further reduced to 20 players before the final submission to CECAFA is made.

    ‘We took a decision to reduce the number this early because we are against time. Mostly we took preference for defensive and offensive. Those not selected will be followed at their respective clubs during the Juniors league. Now we need to focus on those staying in camp so that we work on our targets before the opening match.’ noted Cubs coach Hamza Lutalo.

    The goalkeeping coach Mubarak Kiberu (Holding the balls) with the players in training

    The players in camp are:

    Goal keepers

    1. Walter Chandia
    2. Mwebe Henry
    3. Oryoth
    4. Norman Rukari Humphrey
    5. Mukisa Daniel
    6. Magada Abdul

    Defenders

    1. Mulema Vincent
    2. Waswaga Shafic
    3. Juma Ibrahim
    4. Enock Luyima
    5. Gover Peter
    6. Madoi Ronald
    7. Ssebulime Pius
    8. Mukisa Simon

    Midfielders

    1. Irinimbabazi Ivan
    2. Mukiibi Yasin
    3. Bawunda David
    4. Opaala Edwin
    5. Mutyaba Travis
    6. Mudiba Samir
    7. Elvis Muwonge
    8. Kalisa
    9. Sekibengo Godfrey
    10. Bugembe Issa
    11. Kifumba Faizo
    12. Mawa Oscar
    13. Odongo Allan
    14. Kigundu Allan
    15. Kyeyune Abasi
    16. Basil Tenywa
    17. Magogo Shafik
    18. Christopher Nyongesa
    19. Opio Alex
    20. Mubiru Hassan
    21. Jumbe Fahad

    Players released

    1. Gubya Rickson
    2. Mugisha Tumusime
    3. Kato Derrick
    4. Kisakye Haruna
    5. Kaddu Carlos
    6. Katende Akram
    7. Isabirye William
    8. Sheikh Ibrahim
    9. Ogwang Joseph
    10. Jemba Abudshakar
    11. Muliika Patrick Ramsey
    12. Ouke Patrick
    13. Ssekinemye Shafik
    14. Nsereko Derrick
    15. Longono
    16. Busolo Paul
    17. Kamurungi Nuwagaba
    18. Nsumba Kirabo
  • Uganda Cubs head coach Lutalo hopeful prior to CECAFA U-17 championship

    Uganda Cubs head coach Lutalo hopeful prior to CECAFA U-17 championship

    Africa Cup of Nations Zonal Qualifiers CECAFA U17

    13th December – December 28th

    Host: Rwanda

    Ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations Zonal Qualifiers CECAFA U17, the Uganda National team of U17 (Uganda Cubs) entered into the third day of residential training at FUFA Technical Center, Njeru in Buikwe.

    The young lads have shown good attitude and character towards training and head coach Hamza Lutalo thinks they will cope and finish the task ahead

    ‘I am optimistic the players will measure up to the challenge at hand.’ noted Lutalo, head coach U17 national football team.

    ‘Handling minors is totally different from senior players but we are trying our best to prepare them in the best way possible for the good results when the tournament resumes in December.’ Lutalo, who is assisted by Brian Ssenyondo stressed.

    Assistant coach Brian Ssenyondo talks to the players

    Meanwhile the boys will undergo mandatory Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scan this coming week before coaches consider reducing the number from 52 that was summoned.

    Uganda is the reigning champions of AFCON Zonal Qualifiers CECAFA U17 and will look at replicating the same performance if they are to qualify for the CAF finals in Morocco next year.

  • Uganda U20 intensifies training in Njeru ahead of CECAFA tournament

    Uganda U20 intensifies training in Njeru ahead of CECAFA tournament

    Africa Cup of Nations Zonal Qualifiers CECAFA U20

    22nd November to December 6th 2020

    Host: Tanzania

    Ahead of the 2020 AFCON Zonal CECAFA Qualifiers, training at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru has been intensified as head coach Morley Byekwaso looks forward to narrowing the squad.

    Out of the 46 summoned players, coach Byekwaso will consider reducing the number to 30 by Monday evening.

     ‘Out of the 46 summoned players summoned, we are looking at reducing it to thirty whom we will maintain in camp to the final days of camp to trim it further to the final 20 the required number for the tournament.’ Coach Morley Byekwaso remarked.

    ‘We have been doing a lot of loading and intensity but now we shall lower a bit and reduce on the number training sessions as well.’ Morley speaks about his training tactics.

    The squad has 46 players with six shot stoppers, 13 defenders, 10 midfielders and 16 strikers as earlier announced.

    The Under 20 team started camp on Saturday, October 31, in Kabojja at IUIU campus till November 4, before transferring to FUFA Technical Center, Njeru

    Uganda will tussle it with South Sudan, Burundi, and Eritrea in group B of the U20 Zonal AFCON Qualifiers that commences on November 22 to December 6, 2020 in Tanzania.

  • Uganda Hippos Provisional squad for U20 AFCON Zonal Qualifiers named

    Uganda Hippos Provisional squad for U20 AFCON Zonal Qualifiers named

    Uganda U20(Hippos) coach Morley Byekwaso has summoned a provisional squad of 46 players to begin preparations for the forthcoming U20 Africa Cup of Nations Zonal Qualifiers.

    The team comprises of six goalkeepers, thirteen defenders, ten midfielders and sixteen forwards and will report to camp on Saturday, 31st October 2020.

    All the players and coaching staff will undergo a mandatory COVID-19 test before entering camp.

    The team will then start training on 1st -4th November 2020 at IUIU Campus, Kabojja before shifting to FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru where they will have a residential camp up to 19th November 2020.

    Uganda is in group B alongside Burundi, Eritrea and South Sudan. The Zonal qualifiers will be staged in Tanzania 22nd November to 6th December 2020.

    Full Squad

    Goalkeepers

    Jack Komakech(Ascent SA), Dennis Ssendyowa(SC Villa), Tonny Atugonza(Buddo SS), Delton Oyo(Busoga United FC), Joram Nsubuga(KCCA FC), Anthony Emojong(KCCA FC)

    Defenders

    Joseph Kafumbe(KCCA FC), Aziz Abdu Kayondo(Vipers SC), Umar Lutalo(Aspire Academy), Robert Kitabalwa(St.Mary’s SS Kitende), John Rogers(Onduparaka FC), James Begisa(UPDF FC), Sammy Ssebaduka(Gil Vicente-Canada), Gavin Kizito Mugweri(SC Villa), Musa Ramathan(KCCA FC), Richard Bbosa(Express FC), Simon Baligeya(Busia Young FC), Kenneth Ssemakula (Busoga United FC), Shafik Mavuma (Standard High School)

    Midfielders

    William Sseguya (Kampala Junior Team), Bobosi Byaruhanga(Vipers SC), Wilber Wamala(Kataka FC), Davis Ssekaja(Bright Stars FC), Swamad Okur(Kataka FC), Ivan Eyam(Mbarara City FC), Steven Sserwada(KCCA FC), Faisal Wabyona(Big Talent Academy), Ashraf Zzizinga (Kampala Junior Team), Andrew Kawooya(KCCA FC)

    Forwards

    Isma Mugulusi(Busoga United FC), Ivan Asaba(Vipers SC), Joseph Kizza Bukenya(KCCA FC), Sunday Opio(KCCA FC), Godfrey Oyaka(KCCA FC), Najib Yiga(Vipers SC),Ashraf Mulindi(Kataka FC), Ivan Bogere(Proline FC), Emmanuel Mukisa(Kataka FC), Derrick Kakooza(Police FC), Samuel Ssenyonjo(KCCA FC), Derrick Onyai(Mbarara City FC), Frank Ssebufu(Buddo SS), Richard Basangwa(Vipers SC), Jamal Masiko(Malmo Fria Laroverken Swedish FA),Alpha Ssali(Proline FC), Rodney Kamya Ssali(Proline FC)

    Officials

    Head Coach – Morley Byekwaso

    Assistant Coach & Fitness- Simoen Masaba

    Goalkeeping Coach- Stephen Billy Kiggundu

    Team Physician– Michael Lule

    Media Officer – Farid Mpagi

  • UYFA holds tranquil assembly, FUFA President impressed by their gradual progress

    UYFA holds tranquil assembly, FUFA President impressed by their gradual progress

    The Uganda Youth Football Association (UYFA) held a successful Annual General Meeting on Thursday, September 17, 2020 at Kenendia Hotel, Katwe in Kampala.

    This was the 13th AGM for the association that brings all the youth bodies and academies in Uganda.

    The UYFA chairman John Bosco Masiko chaired this meeting that was also graced by the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo, FUFA Competitions Director Aisha Nalule, FUFA Youth Development Manager Bashir Mutyaba, Peter Nkugwa (Vice chairman, Kampala Regional Football Association), FUFA beach soccer Delegate Anthony Tumwesigye, Hamza Jjunju (Chairman, Futsal Association Uganda), UYFA executive members, among other delegates from the various football schools and academies.

    The UYFA Executive Committee members with the regional coordinators

    Eng. Magogo expressed his utmost appreciation for the high level of organization, attendance and professionalism for the assembly.

    He retaliated FUFA’s vision and mission in promotion, development and protection of the beautiful game in Uganda as the country seeks for that special ex-factor player who is yet to be discovered from the different corners of the country.

    The FUFA President also urged the different academy owners to respect the registration and licensing procedures set by the Federation.

    FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo receives a souvenir from UYFA chairman John Bosco Masiko

    “I am really very impressed by the level of organization, attendance and professionalism that I have been preaching over the years. FUFA is the best organized sports organization among the 52 sports federations in Uganda. It has been a long journey to be here. We are here out of a strategy, planning and thinking. This is not where we want to be. We are still in transit of moving from point A to B. We have the vision of being the number one football nation on and off the field in Africa. We have to develop the game of football and this entails youth, promote the game and protect football at all levels. As FUFA, we believe in youth football. In youth football, we believe that we have a secured future. We therefore need proper academy structures. We need to do things the way in an organized and structured manner. It is the reason why we came out to say that we are going to grade and classify the academies. We need players who will play at the highest leagues in the world. To develop players, we pass through processes. There is need for a detailed curriculum for on and off the field training of players. Let us respond to the call of academy licensing.” Eng. Moses Magogo.

    Some of the delegates at the 13th Uganda Youth Football Association AGM

    UYFA chairman Masiko warmly welcomed all the delegates who graced the assembly and humbled appealed to them to continue with all the efforts of promoting youth football.

    “I thank you all the delegates for the diligent work executed in developing youth football in all the respective areas of location. I appeal to the various coordinators to continue working with the football academies for good coordination” Masiko stated.

    UYFA chief executive officer Shafiq Kigongo read the year long season activities and programmes with the youth tournaments held across the season as the UYFA national tournament and several youth camps like KAJUFA, Entebbe Five Stars, Destiny Camp Lira, Watoto Wasoka and Slums derby in Kampala, and others.

    Some of the Executive Committee members of the Uganda Youth Football Association (UYFA)

    A total budget of Shs. 93,500,000 for the upcoming 2020-21 season was also approved.

    Last week, Futsal Association Uganda (FAU) and Kampala Region Football Association successfully held their AGM’s

    On Saturday, 19th September 2020, the Buganda Region Football Association also held their assembly at Tropic Hotel in Masaka, the Uganda Football Association was at FUFA House in Kampala as Kitara Region Football Association held their annual assembly in Masindi.

    This coming week, the Uganda Premier League and Uganda Beach Soccer Association (UBSA) will hold their respective assemblies on Saturday, 26th September 2020.

    All the 34 member associations of FUFA will hold their assemblies before the 96th FUFA Ordinary General Assembly at Silver Springs Hotel in Bugolobi, Kampala.

    Delegates follow keen the proceedings at the 13th UYFA AGM in Kampala
  • Youth Football: UYFA streamlines sensitization for grass-root development across the 8 FUFA regions

    Youth Football: UYFA streamlines sensitization for grass-root development across the 8 FUFA regions

    In a bid to educate the owners and key stake holders involved in the day-to-day running of youth football in the country, the Uganda Youth Football Association (UYFA) initiated a nation-wide sensitization campaign.

    This campaign was intended to involve the different stake holders who are pertinent in grass-root football administration.

    All the 8 FUFA regions; Kampala, Buganda, Kitara, Western, North East, Eastern, Northern and West Nile have been involved.

    The Uganda Youth Football Associations (UYFA) sensitization has covered all the 8 regions of FUFA

    John Bosco Masiko, the chairperson of UYFA disclosed the significance of such a grueling sensitization program.

    “The Uganda Youth Football Association (UYFA) regional sensitization program is to empower all the people involved in youth football across the country.” Masiko remarked as he addressed a press conference at the FUFA Special Interest Groups (SIG’s) officials in Lungujja, Kampala.

    John Bosco Masiko, chairperson of Uganda Youth Football Association (UYFA)
    John Bosco Masiko (left)

    Implementation Mechanism:

    This worthwhile sensitization campaign was conducted across the different corners of the country with the help of the FUFA regions;

    Buganda Region: The different sub regions included Entebbe road, West Buganda, Greater Mukono and Great Masaka with the help of experienced officials – Shafik Kakooza, Tonny Mukasa, Musa Mukasa, Fred Ocweyi and Ibra Kakeeto.

    Northern Region: The Lango and Acholi sub-regions sessions were conducted by Paul Ochen Maldin and Morrise Otidi.

    Kampala Region: Makindye, Central and Lubaga divisions was handled by Mansoor Kabugo, Patrick and Betty Mayanja.

    Nakawa and Kawempe divisions had their sessions done by Sande Male and Gerald Kavuma.

    Kitara region: The Edward and Albert sub-regions were handled by Muhamed, Morris Muhindo and Juma.

    Eastern Uganda: Busoga sub-region was handled by former Uganda Cranes international Nathan Mutenza at Bulumbandi Primary School in Iganga (Next to Saza ground).

    Bugisu sub-region was dealt with by Gad Batuuse at Dream Palace Hotel in Mbale.

    Bukedi sub-region’s work was executed by Bernard Owori at the King George IV Memorial Stadium in Tororo.

    North East Region: John Erebu was in charge of with a live talk show held at the Voice of Teso 88.4 FM in Soroti.

    West Nile Region: Bosco Dudu handled the sensitization at Continental Hotel in Arua on Friday, 11th September 2020.

    Western Region: Ankole Sub-region was handled by Salim Twaha at the Kakyeka Stadium in Mbarara.

    Kigezi sub-region’s work was done by Andrew Amanya will be in charge of Kigezi sub-region at New Foundation Primary School, Kabale.

    The basis of these sensitization exercises is to ensure that academies are well structured with strong and firm roots of establishment before licensing can be fully executed.

  • Youth Football: Fresh guidelines for all academies in Uganda

    Youth Football: Fresh guidelines for all academies in Uganda

    Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) has a well a laid out vision; “To be the number one footballing country in Africa on and off the field”.

    It is upon this background that all efforts being undertaken are deliberate to streamline the development of the game at all levels, right from the grassroot.

    The federation further stresses the right player development and has since established a well laid curriculum which will be a mandatory syllabus in the player development.

    Henceforth, all football academies will be issued with licenses which will be classified in classes A to D, and will expire after two years.

    The licenses will be graded according to the Academies’ Infrastructure, Governance, Administration (and personnel), Sporting and Finance.

    The licensed academies will share with FUFA the data about their players which will be recorded in the FUFA master player database and each player issued with a unique number.

    “This will help to capture the proper bio data inclusive of the age for the players at the right time and also provide FUFA with records for player training compensation of all the academies the player went through from the age of 12 years as provided for in the FIFA and FUFA Regulations for the Status and Transfer of the Players. It is paramount and strategic that all professional clubs operate proper academies and engage in the FUFA Youth Competitions. It will not only provide quality players with the club culture inculcated in them but also a possible source of revenue to the clubs.With improved player identification and development conveyor belt oiled, it will be a matter of time for Ugandan football to achieve our vision thus; To become the number one football nation in Africa on and off the field. I  call upon all the stakeholders to understand this licensing not as an inconvenience or repressive agenda but a tool of development towards producing quality footballers in some of the top most leagues in the world” FUFA President, Eng. Moses Magogo.

    Kids of Arua Academy team captain Francis Econi recieves the trophy during the 2014 City Tyres final after overcoming Nebbi to qualify for the Nationals that were held in Masaka

    In place are the FUFA Registered Football Academy (FRFA) licensing regulations.

    These, are the rules governing licensing of football academies and authorization to organize Youth Football Competitions in Uganda.

    The FRFA License shall mean the authorization and recognition by FUFA to engage in the training, developing and organizing football competitions comprising of young players from a minimum age of 6 years to 18 years.

    To apply for the FRFA License, one will be required to provide the Filled Application Form, Proof of Payment of Application Fee as set by FUFA, Current Membership Certificate from the UYFA, List of Players and their details as required in the relevant forms , List of Coaches, Teachers and managers and their details as required in the relevant forms, Names, Address and Signatures (Natural Persons)/Authorized Signatures (Legal Person(s) of the Owners of the Applicant and other Licensing requirements as required by these or other FUFA Rules.

    “Ugandan football has been undergoing revolutionalization to regain and surpass its previous heights and in the recent past FUFA has been undergoing strategic reforms in various areas of focus as detailed in the FUFA Strategic Plan and the consequent sporting and business results are premeditated. In order to achieve our vision through our mission, development of the entire human resource behind the game cannot be emphasized enough. Player development is consequently very strategic and a core activity for the future.It is on this basis that FUFA decided to de-register all football academies and there is a requirement for all those institutions and individuals interested in operating football schools (academies) to apply to FUFA for the License. It is also going to be a requirement to participate and organise youth football competition to obtain a competition license from FUFA.“ Decolas Kiiza Hantali, Deputy CEO (Football) remarked in a circular.

    Bashir Mutyaba, the FUFA Youth Football Development officer and the office of the Chief Executive Officer will directly oversee the whole process.

    FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo (right) with the FUFA Youth Development  Manager Bashir Mutyaba

     Significance:

    • To help to inculcate professionalism amongst intending elite football players.
    • To provide an environment to identify and nurture various talents required for the game of football.
    • To provide a safe learning environment leading to self-knowledge on fair play; laws of the game; health and fitness; leadership; tactics through fun.
    • Help safeguard and protect children’s’ rights.

     

    Find out the details:

    Academy Rules_23072020

    Circular No.1110- Academies Regulations

  • FUFA Statement on FIFA Council Approved Covid-19 relief funds

    FUFA Statement on FIFA Council Approved Covid-19 relief funds

    On the 25th June 2020, the FIFA Council approved 1.5bn USD as COVID-19 Relief Fund for Member Associations and FUFA is a beneficiary. FUFA will be entitled to 1.5M USD but part of these funds are ring-fenced for women football.

    There has also been an approval of an interest free loan facility to the FIFA Members up to 35% of the audited books of accounts of their annual revenues. These funds are expected to be disbursed in installments and will undergo the same stringent audit processes of FIFA.

    It is the role of the Executive Committee of FUFA to propose the appropriation of these funds and that of the General Assembly of FUFA to approve these budget variations to this magnitude.

    The target of utilisation of these funds shall be supporting football to manage the current and post COVID-19 effects to the game in Uganda so that football can return and get better.

    In the immediate while, FUFA Executive Committee is going to convene an online Extra Ordinary General Assembly for discussion of these matters so that the funds are available and allocated to beneficiaries.

    ‘Just like the FUFA President mentioned on various media platforms and while meeting various stakeholders, FIFA was preparing an intervention. We are glad it was approved and also been vindicated. On behalf of the Uganda football community, we wish to thank FIFA for supporting World Football and we will ensure that these funds are utilised in accordance with the rules and the objectives for which they are sent’ said Ahmed Hussein FUFA Spokesperson and Communications Director.

     

  • Airtel at Ten: FUFA President’s message of appreciation

    Airtel at Ten: FUFA President’s message of appreciation

    Since 8th June 2010, Airtel Uganda Limited officially launched their services in Uganda and has since established themselves as the country’s leading telecommunications company.

    Airtel Uganda is the main sponsor of the Uganda Cranes but have also joined hands to support the FUFA Awards, FUFA Juniors League, Airtel Rising Stars U-17 boys and girls competition, Masaza football tournament as well as the Kabaka’s Birthday run.

    The FUFA President, also a CAF Executive Committee Member Eng. Moses Magogo has heaped praise on Airtel Uganda and their strong bond, association with Ugandan football and sport in general.

    Ten Years of Airtel in Uganda. Having started with 2.5 million subscribers, it is 10 million subscribers today.

    As football, as a fraternity of the most beautiful game, we are very proud of our association with Airtel, the biggest supporter of Ugandan football and Ugandan sports.

    Uganda Cranes qualified for AFCON after 38 years

    We already have our association with the Uganda Cranes, the U-17 League, the Airtel Rising Stars (ARS), The FUFA Awards, The Masaza Cup and together with the Kabaka Birthday Run.

    Launch of the 2018 Airtel Rising Stars

    Katuuso Community girls pose with the Airtel Uganda and FUFA officials at Lugogo during the launch of 2018 ARS U-17 programme

    As Sport, we are very proud of this association that Airtel has committed and lived up to its commitment to change the tide of sport in this country.

    It is not by coincidence that after 37 years of failing to qualify for the Total Africa Cup of Nations, it is until our association with Airtel that this happened.

    Airtel Uganda Brand and Strategy manager Noela Byuma hands over the dummy cheque to FUFA officials as sponsorship for the FUFA Juniors League

    KCCA FC Head Coach Mike Mutebi receiving his best Male coach of the Years award from Hon. Nakiwala Kiyingi during the 2018 Airtel FUFA Awards

    L-R, FUFA CEO Watson, FUFA VP1 J. Mugisha, FUFA President Magogo, Katikiro of Buganda Owek Charles Peter Mayiga, Buganda Sports Minister Owek Sekabembe ,Masaza Cup Chairman Sejjengo and BFPC Sam Mpiima

    Airtel Kabaka Birthday run

    Airtel has supported the Kabaka Birthday for over 7 years

    We are proud and call upon all Ugandans, the followers of the most beautiful game, the lovers of sport in this country to associate with Airtel, buy all their products, support all their endeavors, we can only get better.

    Airtel at Ten, It is Our Game, It is Our Country.