Buganda Vs Lango – Mukono Bishops S.S Playground (4 PM)
Sunday, 31st March 2019
Busoga Vs Tooro – Kyabazinga Stadium, Bugembe – Jinja
Kampala Vs Rwenzori – Luzira Prisons Stadium
West Nile Vs Bunyoro – Bar Okoro, Zombo
Acholi Vs Karamoja – Pece Stadium, Gulu
Ankole Vs Sebei – Kyamate Stadium, Ntungamo
Bugisu Vs Kigezi – Mbale
Bukedi Vs Teso – Butaleja
There is excitement among the 16 Provinces of Uganda as the second edition of The FUFA Drum tournament returns this weekend ahead of the official opening match between holders Buganda and Lango due on Saturday at Bishops SS play-ground in Mukono.
The Katikkiro of Buganda Owek. Charles Peter Mayiga will be the official Chief Guest.
The respective Provinces have beefed up their technical teams ahead of the annual tournament whose theme is ‘Celebrating Our Ancestry’.
David Obua with the Lango Province players
Former Uganda Cranes captain David Obua will spearhead Lango Province as the head coach. The Cup holders Buganda have maintained last year’s winning head coach Alex Isabirye.
The full list of the Confirmed coaches-The FUFA Drum 2019
The draws for the second edition of The FUFA Drum tournament have been held on Tuesday 12th March 2019 at Jevine Hotel, Rubaga in Kampala.
The federation was represented with the top brass officials led by the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo, 1st Vice President Justus Mugisha, Exco Members Hamid Juma, Chis Kalibbala, Ronnie Kalema, David Mukidi Kalyebala, Rogers Byamukama, FUFA CEO Edgar Watson and the FUFA Drum Committee members.
The respective Provinces were also well represented by team leaders and officials. The playing format has been changed in a way that after the first group stages, the teams will be grouped to play at one venue for the quarter finals till the finals. The venue is yet to be named.
Moments before the draws, the team leaders and the local organizing committee conducted a review session on how the previous tournament progressed and plan for the 2nd edition.
In his address, the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo lauded all the parties for their roles in ensuring a successful tournament during the first edition.
Local organizing committee members of the FUFA Drum with the FUFA President moments after the draws
With due admission, the challenges encountered during the inaugural tournament can only be made better;
‘I am very glad that we have the second edition of the FUFA Drum tournament. I thank the stakeholders who enabled the successful running of the first edition. I must admit we had challenges in the first edition, but we shall only get better. We have a new format in place. This is meant to give sponsors mileage. This tournament causes a lot of emotions and this is good for the event. Let us enjoy the tournament and encourage our fans to take part through mobilisation. Three provinces Acholi, Tooro and West Nile stood out in terms of mobilisation. I also thank the cultural leaders who took part in the first edition. Congratulations Buganda for winning the first edition‘ Eng. Moses Magogo
Rogers Byamukama, the chairperson for The FUFA Drum Local organising committee
Rogers Byamukama, FUFA Drum Local organising committee chairperson
‘The first edition of the FUFA Drum was a successful tournament. I thank all the teams that took part in the tournament and for the beautiful football displayed. We got support from Government, cultural and political leaders. Let us build a good brand. Build it together. This edition we return bigger and better with player insurance well catered for by the National Insurance Corporation (NIC). For the short comings, I beg we review together and ensure a successful tourney for the successful tournament in year two’
FUFA CEO-Edgar Watson
Over two million fans followed their Province teams to venues where matches were played. This was a strong message that indicated people’s love for football and their ancestry. Let’s participate with love and joy that football brings.
The 19th FUFA Executive Committee meeting that sat on 14th February 2019 renewed the mandate of The FUFA Drum Organising Committee for another term of one year. I would like to thank Mr. Rogers Byamukama and his Committee members for the job well done in the first edition.
FUFA Vice President Justus Mugisha
‘The tournament has impacted well on football at all levels right from the grassroot. I thank the secretariat for the work well done during the first edition. This is the best innovation we have made as FUFA in very many years. I thank the Executive, delegates and those who were consulted. Initial edition we promised much more than delievered. I urge the team leaders to further organize their teams. We expect more crowds and more revenues. We have got inquiries from other countries on how the FUFA Drum tournament is being organised’
Groups:
A: Busoga, Kampala, Tooro, Rwenzori
B: Buganda, Ankole, Lango, Sebei
C: West Nile, Acholi, Bunyoro, Karamoja
D: Bukedi, Bugishu, Teso, Kigezi
Match Day one Fixtures (30th – 31st March 2019)
Busoga Vs Tooro
Kampala Vs Rwenzori
Buganda Vs Lango
Ankole Vs Sebei
West Nile Vs Bunyoro
Acholi Vs Karamoja
Bukedi Vs Teso
Bugisu Vs Kigezi
MAIN PHOTO: Tooro Kingdom Prime Minister Bernard Tungwaho conducts the draw for the 2019 FUFA Drum Tournament. He was assited by Mike Letti (West Nile), Mariam Mpaata(Kigezi) and Peter Nkugwa (Kampala)
The 4th edition of the Airtel FUFA Awards have been officially launched at the Sheraton Kampala Hotel, Rwenzori ball room on Wednesday, 7th November 2018.
In attendance at the launch was the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo, chairman of the Airtel FUFA Awards organizing committee Rogers Byamukama, Uganda Premier League’s Board member David Serebe, sponsors and partners’ representatives, event organisers Kibo Media as well as the media.
Airtel Uganda’s Head Brand and Communications Remmie Kisakye (L) flanked by the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo as she delivered her speech
During the same event, the Awards main sponsors (Airtel Uganda) handed over a dummy cheque of Shs 100M. Other partners NIC Holdings Limited also announced support of 10M towards the event.
This year’s awards ceremony will take place on 7th December 2018 at the Speke Resort Munyonyo in Kampala.
NIC Holdings Head Corporate Communications Pamela Abonyo hands (2nd L) over the dummy cheque to the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo flanked by the chairman of the Airtel FUFA Awards organising committee Rogers Byamukama. On the extrem left is FUFA Marketing Director Esther Musoke
‘The Federation continues to recognise individual and team excellence. The FUFA Awards are aimed at honoring excellence for Ugandan footballers annually that help in raising the bar. Some of the gallant past winners are now plying their trade outside Uganda like Fazila Ikwaput, Faruku Miya and Muhammed Shaban while Muzamiru Mutyaba is playing in the CAF Champions League with KCCA Football Club. I will end by urging all Ugandans to turn up in huge numbers on the 17th November 2018 at Mandela National Stadium when Uganda Cranes plays Cape Verde in the AFCON 2019 qualifiers. History awaits us as we fight to qualify for AFCON back to back’ Eng. Moses Magogo told the media.
FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo addressing the media at Sheraton Hotel on Wednesday morning
The Awards will once again be sponsored by Airtel for the 4th year running hence acquiring the naming rights of the Airtel FUFA Awards 2018.
‘We are happy to partner with FUFA for the fourth year running to sponsor the Airtel FUFA Awards. Airtel Uganda is committed to supporting football right from the grass-root to the national team and our support of these awards, re-affirms total commitment for developing football at all levels. We thank FUFA for continually recognizing talent and pledge as a brand to continue supporting this cause as we strive to see Ugandan football players become highly regarded in Africa and across the world. As a brand, we have been associated with promotion of football at all levels from the Airtel Rising Stars, Masaza, awards to the national team (Uganda Cranes). I also urge Ugandans to turn up at Namboole Stadium on 17th November 2018 when we play Cape Verde. Uganda is a blessed nation with abundant talent and we shall make it’ Airtel Uganda Head Brand and Communications Remmie Kisakye remarked.
The final list of nominees for the Male and Female Most Valuable players (MVP’s) has been generated by a panel of experts – the 16 coaches in the Uganda Premier League and FUFA Women Elite league.
There are 16 catergories for the awards in total, four of which will involve the general public through SMS to choose their best.
David Serebe, Uganda Premier League (UPL) Board Member
What they said at the launch:
David Serebe, Uganda Premier League Board:
We are very proud as the Uganda Premier league to be associated with the FUFA Awards. Previously, we held our own awards but reasoned it otherwise to join hands with the mother body, FUFA for the common goal of rewarding talent and excellence.
I will begin by giving a vote of thanks to the Almighty Lord. I thank the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo for this initiative of rewarding excellence. I thank the title sponsors Airtel Uganda for believing in the Federation since the Awards’ inception. I thank the other partners on board NIC Holdings, EcoBank, BUL, SMS One, Nile Breweries Limited, Post Bank and Kibo Media, the captains of these brands, the media for promoting the talents. We want to make every edition better and better
Jackie Tahakanizibwa, Senior Manager Marketing and Communications Post Bank
Jackie Tahakanizibwa, Senior Manager marketing and communications Post Bank:
As a banking institution, we are privileged to be part of the Airtel FUFA awards. We are here to inspire and empower masses of which football is part. This takes discipline and teamwork.
Pamela Abonyo addressing the guests and media during the 2018 Airtel FUFA Awards launch at Sheraton Kampala Hotel
Pamela Abonyo, Head Corporate Communications at NIC Holdings Limited:
NIC Holdings Limited has been part of the football sponsorship for the last 12 years. We are delighted to see other partners on board. We are humbled to be part of the FUFA awards where excellence is rewarded.
Primerose from Ecobank UgandaSMS One Business Development Manager Tony Mutengu explaining how fans can vote for the MVP’s and their favourite players.
Categories of the Awards:
1 – Airtel FUFA Male Player of the year 2018:
Allan Okello (KCCA FC)
Moses Waiswa (Vipers SC)
Vianne Sekajugo (Onduparaka FC)
2- Airtel FUFA Female Player of the year:
Tracy Jones Akiror (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC)
Ruth Aturo (UCU Lady Cardinals FC)
Shadia Nankya (Uganda Martyrs High School, Lubaga)
3 – FUFA Upcoming Talent (FUFA Juniors League U-19)
4 – FUFA Most Promising Player Award
5 – FUFA Coach of the Year
6 – FUFA Best XI
7 – FUFA Presidential Award
8 – FUFA Fair-play Award
9 – FUFA Individual Fair-play Award
10 – FUFA Referee of the Year
11 – FUFA Upcoming Referee of the year
12 – FUFA Beach Soccer player of the year
13 – Fans’ Favourite Ugandan player of the year
14 – Fans’ Favourite Ugandan player (Foreign based)
The FUFA Drum Final
Return Leg
West Nile 1-1 Buganda
Buganda wins 2-1 on aggregate
Buganda Province with the FUFA Drum Trophy
Buganda Province have gone down the books of history as the maiden winners of the FUFA Drum tournament.
Buganda edged West Nile 2-1 on aggregate in the two legged final to win the inaugural edition of the inter- province championship of 16 teams.
Carrying a 1-0 advantage heading into the return leg on Saturday at Green Light stadium in Arua, Buganda put up a resilient performance to emerge winners.
Man of the Match and Tournament’s MVP Vianney Sekajugo in control of the ball
West Nile who were backed with support from thousands of fans started the better side but the visitors too had their chances.
The home side got the much desired lead after several attempts through BUL FC forward Villa Oromchan four minutes to the break.
Buganda’s goal hero Vianney Sekajugo celebrating after scoring virtually his team’s most valuable strike in Arua.Oromchan (L) gave West Nile the lead before the break.
Oromchan jumped high to head home a well delivered cross from left back Rashid Okocha and this seemed to give West Nile momentum.
West Nile XI
The White Rhinos were however affected with injury blows in the second half-first with Geriga Atendere limping off while Rashid Toha too walked off after sustaining an ankle injury.
With eleven minutes to time, Viane Ssekajugo who has had a sublime performance in the tournament levelled matters.
Rashid Toha aims to clear the ball out of danger. He never completed the game due to injury.
Dan Birikwalira, the captain for Buganda won possession in the midfield to lay up Ssekajugo on the rift. The diminutive winger cut inside on his strong left and with a low drive at the near post got to the back of the net.
Buganda held off pressure to eventually win the trophy that came with a cash prize of 32 million shillings while the runners up West Nile got 15 million shillings.
Ssekajugo was named man of the match and later on the Most Valuable player of the tournament.
Buganda Kingdom Sports Minister Owek. Sekabembe Henry, Cultural leaders from Ringa, Alur and Lugbara were represented by their Prime Ministers and Kings. FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo was also in Arua as he handed over the trophy to the winners.
West Nile Starting XI:
Nafian Alionzi, Geriga Atendele, Richard Ayiko, Rashid Toha, Filbert Obenchan, Ronald Orombi,Abel Michael Eturude, Villa Oromchan, Abdul Malik Tabu,Ezra Bida
Buganda Starting XI:
Nicholas Ssebwato,Ronald Kigongo,Dan Bilikwalira, Enoch Walusimbi, Savio Kabugo,Abdallah Nyanzi, Viane Ssekajugo,Allan Kayiwa,Saidi Kyeyune, Brian Majwega
Cash Prizes
Winners – Buganda (32M)
Runners up – West Nile (15M)
Semifinalists – (5M) each
Quarterfinalists – (3M)
3rd Place teams in group (1.5M)
4th placed teams in group (1M)
Individual Awards
Most Valuable Player – Viane Ssekajugo (Buganda)- 1M
Top Scorer James Alitho 8 goals (Bugisu) – 1M
Best XI – IM each player
Fair Play – Acholi – 1M
Best coach – Alex Isabirye (Buganda)- 1M
Best Fan- Banana Joe (Acholi) – 1M
Best XI:
Nicholas Ssebwato(Buganda), Geriga Atendere(West Nile), Dan Bilikwalira (Buganda),Rashid Toha (West Nile),Raphael Komakech (Karamoja),Ramathan Dudu(Bunyoro),Julius Poloto(Bukedi),David Bagoole(Busoga),James Alitho(Bugisu),Allan Kyambadde(Kampala),Viane Ssekajugo
Buganda’s road to the final
Group B
Buganda 0-1 Kigezi
Acholi 0-0 Buganda
Lango 0-1 Buganda
Buganda 1-3 Lango
Kigezi 0-1 Buganda
Buganda 1-0 Acholi
Uganda Cranes kicked off preparations on Friday morning at Lugogo for the double AFCON 2019 Qualifiers against Lesotho to be played on 13th October 2018. Sixteen local based players took part in the lively session at the StarTimes Stadium.
The session started with warm up drills and later climaxed with shooting practices.
L-R Uganda Cranes players Musitafa Mujuzi, Mustafa Kizza, Patrick Kaddu and Timothy Awany in training on Friday Morning
The Uganda Cranes Head coach Sebastien Desabre highlighted the importance of the sessions conducted with the local based players who trained in the morning and a select Squad of U17, U20 & U23 players who will have their sessions at 3pm today on the same pitch. The same programme will continue tomorrow at Lugogo.
L-R Uganda Cranes players Allan Kyambadde, Mustafa Kizza, and Patrick Kaddu in training on Friday Morning
‘We shall conduct several sessions with the senior local based and the selected junior players to asses their levels of fitness and attitude The sessions will climax with trial match between the senior team and the selected team on Sunday morning at Lugogo’ said Desabre.
Uganda Cranes head coach Sebastien Desabre talking to media after the training on Friday at Lugogo.
Sebastien also revealed that Julius Poloto is injured and won’t be able to train with the team.
The team continues with the preparations on Saturday morning (8am) and the select Squad (U17, U20 and U23) at 3pm on the StarTimes Stadium turf.
‘I’m proud to be part of the team and it has been my dream to have a chance to train with the National team. Its a great opportunity and i will work hard to utilise it.’ Said Uganda Cranes player Mustafa Kizza
Uganda Cranes player Mustafa Kizza talking to the media after training on Friday morning
Players who attended training on Friday morning
Saidi Keni, Charles Lukwago (Goalkeepers)
Outfield players: Timothy Awany, Patrick Kaddu, Moses Waiswa, Mustafa Kizza, Mustafa Mujuzi, Allan Kyambadde, Bernard Muwanga, Allan Okello, Nelson Senkatuka, Ibrahim Saddam Juma, Ambrose Kirya, Taddeo Lwanga, Isaac Isinde & Bashir Asiku
MAIN PHOTO:Uganda Cranes players in training on Friday morning
2nd Leg final Saturday 6th October, 2018 at Green Light Stadium, Arua
FUFA releases breakdown of cash prizes
The FUFA Drum Organising Committee has released the breakdown of the cash prizes for teams and most outstanding individuals as the tournament climaxes on Saturday 6th October 2018 in Arua.
West Nile trailing 1-0 from the first leg will host Buganda in the return leg match at Green Light Stadium Arua.
FUFA announced at the start of the tournament that 100M would be staked in cash prizes for the tournament. The winner of the tournament that has featured 16 Provinces will take home UGX 32 M. The runner up will be given UGX 15 M. All semifinalists will be given UGX 5M each. Outstanding Individuals-Most Valuable player, Top Scorer, best fan, players in the best XI and return leg Final match referees will get UGX 1M each.
The break-down is as follows;
Winners: UGX 32M
Runner up: UGX 15M
Semifinalists: UGX 5M
Quarterfinalists: UGX 4M
3rd in Group stage: UGX 1.5M
4th in Group Stage: UGX 1M
Individual Awards
MVP: UGX 1M
Top Scorer: UGX 1M
Fair Play Award (Team): UGX 1M
Final Match officials (5): UGX 1M each
Best XI of the 2018 FUFA Drum Tournament: UGX 1M each player
Best Coach: UGX 1M
Best Fan: UGX 1M
West Nile teamBuganda Province Team
Match officials appointed:
Joseph Ochom will be in charge of the return leg final match of the FUFA drum between West Nile and Buganda on Saturday. Here are the appointments;
Ssekajugo Late Strike Gives Buganda Advantage Over West Nile
FUFA DRUM Final 2018
First Leg
Buganda 1-0 West Nile
Viane Ssekajugo’s late winner was the difference as Buganda edged past West Nile in the first leg of the FUFA DRUM final at Bishop SS,Mukono on Sunday.
Ssekajugo was also named man of the match. He was handed 100,000= and a plaque presented to him by the Buganda Kingdom sports minister Owek. Henry Sekabembe and The FUFA Drum Chairman Rogers Byamukama.
Ssekajugo was also named man of the match. He was handed 100,000= and a plaque presented to him by the Buganda Kingdom sports minister Owek. Henry Sekabembe and The FUFA Drum Chairman Rogers Byamukama.
After squandering several chances earlier in the game, it was Ssekajugo who struck home deep into stoppage time to hand Buganda the advantage ahead of the return leg in 6th October 2018 in Arua.
Ezra Bida and Shafique Kagimu (Blue) in action at Bishop SS
Buganda dominated proceedings right from the onset and made several efforts at goal. As early as the second minute, Allan Kayiwa almost gave the hosts the lead but lanky defender Rashid Toha made a timely save to deny the former.
There was a penalty claim by Buganda in the 19th minute after a challenge on Ssekajugo by Filbert Obenchan but centre referee George Olemu waved for play on.
Four minutes later, Kayiwa had another chance just outside the area but goalkeeper Nafian Alionzi parried the ball away.
Oromchan Villa encounters Buganda’s Enock Walusimbi during the clash at Bishop SS
West Nile were forced to make an early change when midfielder Ibrahim Faizul limped off after sustaining an injury and his place was taken by Cromwell Rwothomio Abang who plays for Paidha Black Angels.
Brian Umony had a chance for the visitors three minutes to the hour mark. His ferocious strike however went a few inches wide.
Toha’s goal bound ball was instead headed away by teammate Villa Oromchan. Initially, Mustafa Kizza’s well curled free kick was saved by goalkeeper Nicholas Ssebwato and fell into Toha’s path.
Rashid Toha Eyes for the ball at Bishop SS
Buganda kept surging forward even after recess with Kayiwa and Ssekajugo troubling West Nile’s back line.
The White Rhinos made more changes introducing 20 year old Ezra Bida and Feni Ali for Umony and Abel Eturude respectively.
Buganda too made changes with Baker Buyala and Solomon Walusimbi coming on for Shafik Kagimu and Brian Majwega in that order.
With two minutes added, Ssekajugo scored a late winner to send the home fans into wild celebrations.
Vianney Ssekajugo Celebrates after scoring
Walusimbi’s initial effort rattled off the base of the goal post but Ssekajugo was well stationed to fire into the top of the back of the net.
Guests were entertained through cultural dances
Buganda now carry a one goal advantage ahead of the return leg slated for Saturday, 6th October 2018 at Green Light stadium in Arua.
Buganda Starting XI:
Buganda XI
Nicholas Ssebwato, Ronald Kigongo, Dan Birikwalira,Enock Walusimbi, Savio Kabugo, Abdullah Nyanzi, Vianney Ssekajugo, Shafik Kagimu, Saidi Kyeyune, Allan Katie’s, Brian Majwega
West Nile Starting XI:
West Nile XI
Nafian Alionzi, Geriga Atendele, Mustafa Kiiza, Filbert Obenchan,Rashid Toha, Ronald Orombi, Faizul Ibrahim Anini, Abel Michael Eturude, Brian Umony, Vitalis Tabu, Villa Oromchan
2nd Leg West Nile vs Buganda – Green Light Stadium, Arua
Sunday, 6th October 2018
West Nile and Buganda Provinces will compete in the final of the inaugural edition of the FUFA Drum tournament.
The tournament that kicked off in February had 16 provinces take part but it is Buganda and West Nile that managed to reach the final.
Below is the journey for either province right from the group stages;
Buganda Province
Buganda had a dismal start losing their opening game 1-0 to Kigezi at Masaka Recreation ground under coach Mutono Stephen who was shown the exit immediately.
This was followed with a goalless draw away to Acholi province in one of the most watched games in the tournament.
Richard Kasagga (ku kkono) ng’attunka ne Derick Mudali owa Kigezi
The first victory for Buganda under the stewardship of coach Alex Isabirye came against Lango away in Lira. Allan Kayiwa scored the lone goal of the game.
However, Buganda lost the return leg to Lango 3-1 despite leading the game played at Bishop SS Mukono.
In the penultimate group game, Buganda nicked a hard fought 1-0 win away to Kigezi to boost their chances of advancing to the knockout stage. Diminutive forward Viane Ssekajugo scored the all important goal.
The final group game was against Acholi and Buganda needed maximum points to progress. Goalkeeper Nicholas Ssebwato converted a penalty in Mukono to guide Buganda to the quarterfinals.
At the quarterfinal stage, Buganda which finished second in group B on ten points had to face group C leaders and neighbors Kampala province.
Buganda hosted the first leg in Mukono and Shafik Kagimu’s first half penalty was the difference. The return leg at Wankulukuku ended in a one all draw thus helping Buganda to advance to the semifinals 2-1 on aggregate.
In the semifinals, Buganda hosted the first leg against Bukedi a game they won 1-0 courtesy of Allan Kayiwa but Bukedi replied in similar currency winning 1-0 as well in Tororo and thus the winner had to be determined on kicks from the penalty mark.
Bukedi Province Midfielder David Owori (Red) in control of the ball during the 2nd leg match against Buganda in Tororo
Buganda won the tense penalty shoot out 5-3 to reach the final.
Buganda’s Journey
Group B
Buganda 0-1 Kigezi
Acholi 0-0 Buganda
Lango 0-1 Buganda
Buganda 1-3 Lango
Kigezi 0-1 Buganda
Buganda 1-0 Acholi
Quarterfinals
Buganda 1-0 Kampala
Kampala 1-1 Buganda
Semifinals
Buganda 1-0 Bukedi
Bukedi 1-0 Buganda
Buganda advanced 5-3 on penalties
West Nile Road to the final
West Nile began their campaign away to Karamoja and the game ended in a one all stalemate. This is one of the shocking results of the tournament.
Alfred Leku scored for West Nile while Vitalis Tabu failed to convert a penalty and the home side levelled matters through Majid Ayop.
Karamoja player takes on West Nile’s Alfred Leku (Blue) during match day 1 of the FUFA Drum in Moroto
The White Rhinos however recovered to win their second group game at home(Bar Okoro stadium in Zombo District) against Ankole province. Rashid Toha and Fred Amaku scored in the 2-0 win.
The next game also at home but played in Arua ended in a goalless draw against visiting Tooro Province.
West Nile made a daunting trip to Fort Portal for the return leg and a solid and saw them edge Tooro at Buhinga stadium courtesy of Alfred Leku lone goal.
In one of their best performances, West Nile run riot past Karamoja at Green light stadium with a 5-1 win on match day five.
Despite ending the game with a player less after goalkeeper Nafian Alionzi had been sent off, West Nile registered comfortable victory.
Gadaffi Wahab struck a hat trick while Rashid Toha and Ivan Wani added a goal each. Victory meant West Nile had advanced to the quarterfinals with a game to spare.
Wahab Gadafi of West Nile Province receives his Man of the Match prize at Barokoro Ground on Sunday June 3rd 2018.
The final group game was away to Ankole and West Nile were condemned to their first loss. Despite leading the game 2-0 through Fred Amaku and Alfred Leku, Ankole staged a comeback to win the game 3-2.
At the quarterfinal stage, West Nile that had topped group D faced off with group A runners up Bugisu and the former won the contest 2-0 on aggregate.
West Nile’s Shaban Muhammed was tightly man marked by Ankole’s Joseph Akwandanaho in Zombo
Identical wins of 1-0 wins both at home and away helped West Nile to progress to the semifinals. Fred Amaku scored away in Mbale while youngster Ezra Bida scored the home game.
The semifinal clash against Busoga ended goalless over the two legs but West Nile won the penalty shoot out 5-4 to storm the final.
West Nile Striker Brian Umony in action during the 2nd leg semifinal encounter against Busoga in Jinja
Buganda and West Nile tacticians have named players to feature in the 1st leg encounter of the FUFA Drum Final at Bishops Ground in Mukono on Sunday 30th September 2018.
The maiden final will be played on a home and away format that will see Buganda Province host West Nile Province in the 1st leg.
Buganda Province head coach Isabirye Alex Musongola named 20 players for the job.
Buganda Province line up that started against Bukedi in the 1st leg semifinal of the FUFA Drum in Mukono
In his squad, Musongola included Onduparaka FC players Goalkeeper Nicholas Sebwato, Vianne Sekajugo and Muhammad Hassan who missed the semifinal return leg against Bukedi Province in Tororo. KCCA FC striker Patrick Kaddu also returned to the list after missing the 2nd leg semifinal.
Ethiopian based midfielder Yasser Mugerwa is not part of the squad since he returned to Ethiopian side Fasil Kenama. He featured in the semifinal 1st leg and made the assist for Allan Kayiwa’s goal against Bukedi.
The rest of the squad has Ssebwalunyo Hannington (Bul FC), Kigongo Ronald (URA FC), Kagimu Shafik (URA FC), Abudallah Nyanzi (URA FC), Joel Mutakubwa (Tooro United FC), Allan Kayiwa (Tooro United FC), Baker Buyala (Tooro United FC), Muyanja Derrick (Kyetume FC), Ssentongo Robert (Kyetume FC), Musa Magulu (Kyetume FC), Kaddu Patrick Henry (KCCA FC), Brian Majwega (Maroons FC), Walusimbi Solomon (Maroons FC), Jooga Rajab (Seeta United FC), Walusimbi Enock (Bright Stars FC), Birikwalira Dan (Bright Stars FC), and Savio Kabugo (SC Villa)
On the other hand, West Nile head Coach Umar Abudallah Loi also confirmed his Sqaud of 22 players ahead of the 1st leg clash.
Key players Toha Rashid, Okocha Rashid, Eturude Abel, Ayko Richard and Ezra Bida return to the squad after missing the 2nd leg semifinal against Busoga Province.
KCCA FC midfielder Gift Ali will not feature for West Nile due to injury problems but Maroons FC player Agau Rashid replaces him in the squad.
Gadafi Wahab and Ceaser Okhuti of Onduparaka FC were not summoned as they are nursing injuries.
West Nile Squad has Ajaib Nafian (URA), Anyama Richard(Onduparaka FC), Atendele Geriga (Koboko Rising Stars)
Kizza Mustafa (KCCA FC), Toha Rashid Freedom (Onduparaka FC), Sabir Nesta Rajab (Kirinya JSS FC),Obenchan Filbert (KCCA FC), Ayko Richard (Onduparaka FC), Okocha Rashid (Onduparaka FC), Orombi Ronald (Maroons FC), Feni Ali (Wakiso Giants), Tabu Vitalis (URA) Agau Rashid (Maroons FC)
Abel Eturude (Onduparaka FC) , Faizal, Oromcan Villa (BUL FC), Amaku Fred (Kirinya JSSS FC)), Omwony Brian (Free Agent), Rwothomiu Cromwel (Paidha Black Angles), Hassan Fatib (Sevilla B), Chika Sydney (Maroons FC), and Bida Ezra (Onduparaka FC)
Both teams meet for the first time in the tournament. Buganda has lost 2 games in the competition while West Nile is unbeaten.
Meanwhile, FUFA confirmed Olemu George as the center referee, 1st assistant Mwesigwa Ronald and 2nd assistant Referee 2 Sajjabi Geofrey plus the Fourth Official Madanda Ronald all from Eastern region. The Match Assessor is Rose Rwamuyamba Kitara while Match Commissioner will be Lajan Livingstone
The 1st leg match will kick off at 4:00pm on Sunday
MAIN PHOTO:Wet Nile Province team that started against Busoga in the 2nd Leg semifinal of The FUFA Drum in Jinja.
First Leg (30th September 2018): Buganda vs West Nile – Bishop SS, Mukono
Return Leg (6th October 2018): West Nile vs Buganda – Green Light stadium, Arua
Buganda Province will host West Nile in the first leg of the highly anticipated FUFA Drum final after the draws were held on Wednesday during the FUFA weekly press conference in Mengo. The trophy was also for the first time presented to the media. The FUFA CEO, Edgar Watson delivered the trophy to the press conference room.
FUFA CEO Edgar Watson with the FUFA Drum trophy that weighs 10kgs.
The first leg of the inaugural edition will take place on 30th September 2018 with Buganda Province hosting West Nile at Bishop SS, Mukono and the return leg at Green Light stadium in Arua is slated for 6th October 2018.
L-R West Nile Province Captain Vitalis Tabu and Buganda Province assistant captain Rajab Jooga holding the FUFA Drum trophy at FUFA House on Wednesday
Speaking about the impact of the tournament in its first edition, FUFA President, Eng. Moses Magogo indicated there has been a lot of positives achieved and is confident the future is bright.
‘I congratulate the two Provinces that managed to reach the finals. It is always important to be the first in attaining anything. As FUFA, we are proud with the team that organised the tournament right from the start and we can comfortably say we achieved our targets’ said Magogo before adding;
FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo (L) enjoying a light moment with his Vice Justus Mugisha-probably on how Kigezi Province made a bright start in the tournament but failed to come out of the groups.
‘Our first target was to give footballers more playing time and that has been achieved. Additionally, we want to use football as a unifying factor and it was evident in so many places where the games were played’
The FUFA President went ahead to point out places like Arua, Fort Portal and Gulu where people came out in big numbers and stated the future is bright.
‘We have a story to tell after the end of the first edition. The Buganda anthem was played in Gulu for the first time in a long time, the Omukama of Tooro watched a game at Buhinga stadium and people paid to watch a game in Karamoja’ noted teh former football player Eng. Magogo.
At the same press briefing, West Nile and Buganda were represented with captain Abdu Malik Vitalis Tabu and assistant captain Rajab Jooga respectively who vowed to emerge champions.
L-R How the Finals’ draw faired: West Nile Province Captain Vitalis Tabu and Buganda Province assistant captain Rajab Jooga holding the small placards from the balls during the draw for the 1st Leg final.
Tabu indicated West Nile is focused on making sure they win the title and are unfazed about meeting Buganda in the final. Vitalis picked the ball that had a paper indicating Away fixture for the 1st leg.
‘I first want to thank FUFA and the President for organizing such a tournament which gives us a sense of belonging and celebrating our ancestry. As West Nile, we are prepared to make sure we win the title. We are not afraid of Buganda because we have the ability to defeat any team. This is a walk over. West Nile isn’t about Vitalis alone but very many people and star players. We have been praying for Buganda to reach the final from the onset of the tournament. Buganda will get to know what it means playing in West Nile’ said Tabu
West Nile Province Captain Vitalis Tabu at FUFA House on Wednesday.
Jooga stated that starting at home gives Buganda advantage and will complete the job away like it has been the case in the quarterfinals and the semifinals.
‘We have always started at home and been able to complete the task away. We therefore just call upon our fans to come in big numbers and rally behind us. We are Buganda and must always remain on top. We enjoy starting the 1st leg matches at home then complete the job away. We have recorded many 1-0 wins but such scores are ideal during tournaments’ ‘ said Jooga who plays for Kyetume FC.
Buganda Province assistant captain Rajab Jooga at FUFA House on Wednesday
100 million shillings has been set aside for the inaugural edition in terms of prize money and it was also confirmed that both the first and return leg will be broadcast live on TV.
To reach the final, Buganda eliminated Bukedi province while West Nile edged past Busoga in the semifinals.
L-R West Nile Province Captain Vitalis Tabu, FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo, FUFA 1st Vice President Justus Mugisha, Buganda Province assistant captain Rajab Jooga and FUFA Competitions Director Hajati Aisha Nalule holding the FUFA Drum trophy at FUFA House on Wednesday
MAIN PHOTO: L-R West Nile Province Captain Vitalis Tabu, FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo and Buganda Province assistant captain Rajab Jooga holding the FUFA Drum trophy at FUFA House on Wednesday
Buganda and West Nile Povinces have qualified for the final of the 1st Edition of the FUFA Drum after eliminating Bukedi and Busoga respectively.
The decisive return leg matches were played on Sunday 19th August at King George Stadium in Tororo and Kyabazinga Stadium Bugembe, Jinja.
Bukedi Province Midfielder David Owori (Red) in control of the ball during the 2nd leg match against Buganda in Tororo
In Tororo, Bukedi managed a 1-0 win over Buganda in regular time through Nyamityobora FC midfielder Ibrahim Pengere in the 71st minute.
The game ended 1-0 and proceeded to kicks from the penalty mark after a 1-1 aggregate score. Buganda won the first leg 1-0 in Mukono. Bukedi’s key player Poloto Julius who came on as a substitute in the second half missed his penalty kick. Buganda won 3-5 to book a berth in the final.
Ronald Kigongo, Robert Sentongo , Allan Kayiwa, Shafik Kagimu converted their kicks while David Owori, Patrick Wafula and Ibrahim Pengere also scored for Bukedi.
West Nile players celebrating their victory over Busoga in Bugembe
Bukedi Fans supporting their province at King George Stadium in Tororo
Bukedi star player Julius Poloto from KCCA FC was rested and missed the first half while on bench. He was later introduced immediately after the break replacing Lira United’s winger Vicent Egessa.
Poloto joined the ranks of URA FC attackers Ronald Musana, Mathew Odongo and Pengere who had earlier threatened the backline of Buganda with tireless runs.
Buganda Goalkeeper Joel Mutakubya rescues the situation during the 2nd leg match against Bukedi in Tororo
Soana FC and Buganda Province goalkeeper Joel Mutakubya was chosen Man of the Match. He received the accolade and the prize Money (100,000/=).
West Nile Striker Brian Umony against Busoga’ skipper Isaac Isinde in action during the 2nd leg semifinal encounter in Jinja
In Jinja, Busoga was held by West Nile in a goalless draw, meaning no goals were produced over 180 minutes of football action between the two sides. The match was also decided on kicks from the penalty mark.
Mayanja Antony missed his attempt while West Nile players Mustafa Kizza, Fred Amaku, Vitalis Tabu, Oromochan Villa and Filbert Obenchan all converted their kicks to secure a place in the final with a result of 4-5.
KCCA FC and West Nile star Mustafa Kizza celebrating after eliminating Busoga Province from the FUFA Drum competition in Jinja
Busoga suffered an early blow when goalkeeper Didi Muhammad who holds most clean sheets in the competition got injured in the 20th minute and was replaced by Mathias Muwanga.
‘We are a good side and we expected to reach the final. My team was better. I was confident and believed in my players’ said West Nile coach Umar Abudallah
URA FC and West Nile goalkeeper Alionza Nafian was named Man of the Match. He received the cash prize and the accolade.
URA FC and West Nile goalkeeper Alionza Nafian receives the Man of the Match accolade plus prize money from Match Commissioner Livingstone Lajan
Team lineups
Bukedi Province line up that stated against Buganda in the 2nd leg of the FUFA Drum
Bukedi XI
Wafula Patrick GK (Busia Fisheries), Othieno Stephen (Mbarara City), Tohomera Benon (Myda) Joseph Owino (Myda), Gwoto Fredson (SC Villa), Owori David (Vipers) Owori Isaac (Proline) Pengere Ibrahim (Masavu) Odongo Mathew (URA) Ronald Musana (URA) Egessa Vicent (Lira UTD)
Bukedi Province line up that stated against Buganda in the 2nd leg of the FUFA Drum in Tororo
Buganda Xl
Joel Mutakubya (GK) (Soana)
Ronald Kigongo (URA), Dan Birikwalira(Vipers SC), Abudallah Nyanzi (URA) Allan Mugalu(URA), Musa Mugalu (Kyetume), Shafik Kagimu (URA), Robert Sentongo, Abudallah Nyanzi (URA), Rajab Jooga (Kyetume), Brian Majwega (Maroons)
2nd Semifinal
Busoga Province team that started the match against West Nile in the 2nd leg of the FUFA Drum semifinal in Jinja
Busoga XI
Didi Muhammad GK (Kirinya JSS)
Dragua Allan (Kirinya JSS) Batambuze Shafik (Singida), Mulondo Livingstone (Kirinya JSS) Isaac Isinde (Kirinya JSS) Sibira Yunus (BUL), Waiswa Moses (Vipers SC) Bagoole David (Kirinya JSSS), Edgar Luzige , Allan Munaaba (URA) Richard Wandyaka (BUL)
West Nile Province team that started the match against Busoga in the 2nd leg of the FUFA Drum semifinal in Jinja
West Nile XI
Alionza Nafian GK (URA), Atendele Geriga (Koboko R S) Obencan Filbert (KCCA FC), Mustafa Kizza (KCCA FC) Sabar Rajab, Orombi Ronald , Feni Ali Muhamood, Oromoncan Villa (BUL) Umony Brian, Vitalis Tabu (URA), Hasan Fatib
MAIN PHOTO: Buganda goalkeeper Joel Mutakubya receiving the man of the Match Accolade from Buganda Sports Minister Owek. Henry Ssekabembe
Bukedi Province Vs Buganda Province (Buganda leads 0-1 agg)
King George Stadium, Tororo
Busoga Province Vs West Nile Province (0-0 agg)
Kyabazinga Stadium, Bugembe, Jinja
Buganda and Bukedi Provinces have named their squads ahead of the FUFA Drum semifinal return leg match at King George Stadium in Tororo on Sunday 19th August 2018.
The Buganda squad named by Head coach Alex Isabirye Musongola on Tuesday morning includes Uganda Cranes foreign-based playmaker Yasser Mugerwa who featured in the 1st leg at Bishops Grounds in Mukono. Buganda won 1-0.
Bukedi Province Players in a group Photo during the 1st leg of the FUFA Drum semifinal at Bishops Grounds Mukono.
On form Onduparaka FC striker Vianne Sekajugo, and 1st leg goal scorer Allan Kayiwa are among the players summoned.
Experienced skippers Robert Sentongo, Hamis Diego Kiiza and Brian Majwega are also part of the team.
‘We have only 90 minutes to maintain our lead. There are no changes in my squad. I have kept the same players i used in the 1st leg and i believe they will get over Bukedi. We shall make it to the final. The experience in the squad is the key factor in this game’ said Buganda Ccach Isabirye.
However, Bukedi Province Head Coach Namakola ‘Kalailai’ Charles also summoned 19 players and currently in camp training at King George Stadium.
Namakola also maintained most of his key players who have been regular in the FUFA Drum competition.
Towering Myda FC Defender Tohomera Benon and team captain Joseph Owino retained their places in the squad while KCCA FC starlet Julius Poloto, Vipers SC Owori David, Ronald Musana and Odong Mathew of URA are all in the squad.
Meanwhile Busoga Province will host West Nile Province at the Kyabazinga Stadium, Bugembe in Jinja on the same day. The 1st leg ended all square (0-0).
West Nile Province Team that started against Busoga Province in the 1st leg of FUFA Drum in Arua. The 1st leg ended 0-0. Busoga Province XI during the match against Busoga Province in the 1st leg of the FUFA Drum in Arua.
Buganda Province squad
Nicolas Sebwato (GK) (Onduparaka), Hanington Sebwalunyo (GK) (BUL).
Ronald Kigongo (URA), Brian Majwega (Vipers), Dan Birkwalira (Vipers SC), Vianne Sekajugo (Onduparaka), Yasser Mugerwa (Fasil Kenema-Ethiopia), Patrick Kaddu (KCCA FC), Shafik Kagimu (URA), Enock Walusimbi (Bright Stars FC), Robert Sentongo, Rajab Jooga (Kansai Plascon), Baker Buyala (Soana FC), Allan Mugalu (URA), Hassan Muhamood (Onduparaka), Musa Mugalu (Kyetume FC), Allan Kayiwa (Soana FC), Nyanzi Abdullah (URA), Hamis Diego Kizza.
Bukedi Province squad
Wafula Patrick (GK)-(Busia Fisheries), Othieno Stephen (Mbarara City)
The prestigious FUFA Drum tournament returns this weekend with the most exciting stage of the last four teams.
West Nile will host Busoga in Arua at Green Light Stadium while Buganda will play Bukedi at home in Mukono at Bishop Ss Grounds both games on Sunday 29th July.
The four Provinces are expected to put up their best football as they battle to put one foot into the main final to be played over two legs.
Buganda Provicne team that edged out Kampala Province from The FUFA Drum
Bukedi’s starlet David Owori who has been in the CECAFA Club Championship with Vipers SC has returned to the team joining his counterpart Julius Poloto of KCCA FC. The two young lads are key players in the Bukedi team.
Buganda who eliminated Kampala in the quarterfinal on 2-1 on aggregate will rely on the services of Onduparaka’s striker Vianne Ssekajugo and KCCA FC forward Patrick Kaddu. Poloto and Kaddu will need to first sort out their CAF Champions League encounter with Esperance on Saturday before thinking abut their Ancestral teams.
The West Nile Province has stars like Fred Amaku and Gadafi Wahab but will need to overcome an equally well assembled Busoga team that boasts of Uganda Cranes players Isaac Isinde and Khalid Aucho. U-20 National team player Hamis Tibita is another key figure for Busoga.
Bukedi Province Team before the 1st leg quarterfinal Drum Match against Ankole in Palisa on Saturday 30th June 2018. Bukedi has been described as a fearless team that has disposed off teams like Acholi and Kampala. Busoga Province team during the 1st leg quarterfinal against Ankole at Kakyeka Stadium, Mbarara on Saturday 30th June 2018
FACTS:
Buganda have not lost any game in the last four matches and they have conceded only one goal.
Bukedi has recorded 3 wins and 1 loss in the last four matches, conceded only once against Acholi.
West Nile is the only Province that won both quarterfinal legs (home and away) without conceding any goal.
Busoga had the highest score in the quarterfinals beating Ankole 3-0 in the 2nd leg.
West Nile has not lost at home. The only set back was a draw against Tooro Province on Match Day 3.
Kampala vs Buganda Province at Muteesa II Stadium, Wankulukuku
(Agg.0-1)
Busoga, West Nile and Bukedi have confirmed places in the Semifinals of The FUFA Drum 2018 after their 2nd leg – last eight matches on Saturday 7th July.
In Gulu, Acholi had an uphill task to win with a two-goal margin, however setting the tone for an open contest.
They (Acholi) got the lead in the 44th minute when Norman Ogik pulled off a lone strike that levelled the home team on 1-1 aggregate with Bukedi.
Acholi and Bukedi players battling for a ball during the 2nd leg quarterfinal in Pece stadium Gulu
In the second Half, the atmosphere inside Pece Stadium was absolutely invigorating for the home fans that sensed their team is on the verge of a historic progress.
Acholi players continue to bully Bukedi all over the pitch but the resistance at the back denied the home team to add a second goal. The match ended 1-0 in regular time.
The match was decided by kicks from the penalty mark, Acholi missed two spot kicks including the team captain Denis Okot and James Otim while Gwoto Fredson missed for Bukedi.
Bukedi progressed to the semifinals after the victory of 5-6 from the spot kicks.
Bukedi’s goalkeeper Wafula Patrick was chosen Man of the Match, he received the accolade and the prize Money
Bukedi Province goalkeeper Wafula Patrick receives Man of the Match accolade and prize Money
The match was officiated by Ochom Joseph as the center referee while Otim Daniel and Okello lee.
Busoga’s Aucho Khalid (Blue) in Action during the 2nd leg quarter final encounter with Ankole at Kyabazinga Stadium in Jinja
Shabena Dan scored first in the 31st minute, before Richard Wandyaka extended the lead in third 34th minute
During the second Half, the intensity of the game declined and it was the penalty kick from Richard Wandyaka in the 85th minute that sealed the victory for Busoga.
‘The game has been good on our side, but my players have been underrating their opponents, we have the best midfielders in the tournament but my strikers are too wasteful. We are not going to rest. We will have friendlies to prepare ourselves for the semifinals.’ Busoga Coach Charles Ayieko
Busoga progressed to the last four of The FUFA Drum with on a 3-0 aggregate.
Busoga’s Shafik Batambuze was named Man of the Match as he received his accolade and the prize money.
Busoga’s Shafik Batambuze receives his Man of the Match accolade and Prize Money.
Olemu George handled the match as center referee assisted by Madanda Ronald and Sajjabi Godfrey.
At the Green Light Stadium, Onduparaka’s Ezira Bida gave West Nile an early lead when his header from a corner kick hit the back of net in the 20th minute.
West Nile’s Ezra Bida heads into the net during the 2nd leg quarterfinal in Arua.
It was the only goal in the match and confirmed West Nile into the semis.
West Nile and URA FC goal Keeper Ajaib Naifan Legason was voted Man of the Match.
West Nile and URA FC goal Keeper Ajaib Naifan Legason received Man of the Match Accolade and Prise Money.
Kaddu Ali was in control of the match as the center referee, he was assisted by Kakembo Samuel and Kasibante Julius
Meanwhile, Kampala will host Buganda on Sunday 8th, July at Mutesa II Stadium Wankulukuku in the 2nd leg quarterfinal. Buganda is Leading by 1-0 aggregate.
MAIN PHOTO:West Nile players celebrating Ezira Bida’s goal against Bugisu at Green Light Stadium in Arua during the 2nd leg of the FUFA Drum quarterfinals
West Nile Province vs Bugisu Province at Green Light Stadium, Arua
(Agg. 1-0)
Acholi Province vs Bukedi Province at Pece Stadium, Gulu
(Agg. 0-1)
Busoga Province vs Ankole Province at Bugembe Stadium, Jinja
(Agg.0-0)
Sunday 8th July
Kampala Province vs Buganda Province at Muteesa II Stadium, Wankulukuku
(Agg.0-1)
Match Kick Off: 4:00pm
The FUFA Drum 2nd leg quarterfinals will be played this weekend with three matches on Saturday and the other on Sunday.
West Nile Province will host Bugisu at Green Light Stadium in Arua.
West Nile Province team during the 1st leg FUFA Drum quarterfinal in Mbale on 30th June 2018
The first leg ended prematurely with West Nile 0-1 up in Mbale a week ago thanks to Fred Amaku’s goal but the FUFA Competitions Disciplinary Panel is yet to pronounce itself on the final decision since the match wasn’t played to its completion.
Kaddu Ali will have control over the match as the center referee assisted by Kakembo Samuel and Kasibante Julius during the 2nd leg in Arua.
Acholi Province team lining up before the Drum Match in Palisa on Saturday 30th June 2018
At Pece Stadium in Gulu, Acholi will entertain Bukedi, the visitors won the first leg encounter by 1-0 in Palisa scored by KCCA FC Star player Julius Poloto.
The match will be officiated by Ochom Joseph as the referee while Otim Daniel and Okello Simon as assistants.
Busoga play Ankole at home in the Kyabazinga Stadium-Bugembe in Jinja. The return match is evenly poised as the first leg ended barren (0-0) at the Kakyeka Stadium in Mbarara.
Busoga Province team during the 1st leg in Kakyeka Stadium in Mbarara on Saturday 30th June 2018Ankole’s Siraje Turyamureba in action during the FUFA Drum 1st leg quarterfinals in Kakyeka Stadium on Saturday 30th, June 2018.
Mpanga Ali will be in charge of the match as the center referee, Okudura Emma and Okwi Michael will be his assistants.
Muhammad Shaban of West Nile chasing Bugisu player during the 1st leg quarterfinal in Mbale on 30th June 2018.
Meanwhile, on Sunday, Kampala host Buganda at Muteesa II Stadium Wankulukuku.
Kampala Province team lining up during the 1st leg match against Buganda Province on Sunday 1st July 2018
Buganda won the first leg by 1-0 thanks to Shafik Kagimu’s penalty Kick in the 8th minute at teh Bishop SS grounds in Mukono.
Olemu George will handle the match as center referee to be be assisted by Madanda Ronald and Sajjabi Godfrey.
Buganda midfielder Kagimu Shafik (8) scored the lone goal in the 1st leg at Bishops Grounds Mukono on Sunday 1st July 2018
Provinces with superior aggregates will qualify to the FUFA Drum Semifinals.
All matches will kickoff at 4:00pm.
MAIN PHOTO:Bukedi Province team lining up before the Drum Match in Palisa on Saturday 30th June 2018
Kampala Province will have a tough task to negotiate in the 2nd leg Quarterfinals of the FUFA Drum after falling to Buganda in the 1st leg clash by a narrow 1-0 loss at Bishop SS ground in Mukono on Sunday.
Buganda’s Allan Kayiwa was the turning point for the home side when he was fouled by Kampala Province goalkeeper Hamza Muwonge inside the area in the 8th minute.
Kampala’s Martin Kizza (Yellow) in action at Bishop SS
URA FC midfielder Shafiq Kagimu made no mistake to convert the penalty spot.
Kagimu had an opportunity to add the second but his free kick was thwarted by goalkeeper Muwonge in the 28th minute.
Martin Kizza, Neson Senkatuka and Godfrey Lwesibawa were close to scoring for the vistors in the first half but their efforts went way ward, just as Buganda defenders, Walusimbi Enock, Allan Mugalu and goal Keeper Nicolas Sebwato were on alert with great performance to deny Kampala any chance to level the score.
Buganda midfielder Kagimu Shafik (8) scored the lone goal to secure their win
The intensity of the game was high in the second half as the visitors took control creating chance after chance in the first quaryer after recess but yielded little impact.
The visitors continued to dominate the game for most occasions but squandered more than five chances they created in second half and failed in their quest for an equaliser .
Allan Kayiwa receives his Man of the Match award from FUFA Vice President Darius Mugoye.
Buganda’s midfielder Allan Kayiwa was named Man of the Match and received his accolade plus sh.100,000 prize money presented to him by Chief Guest FUFA Vice President Darius Mugoye.
Both Provinces will meet in the 2nd leg quarterfinals next weekend at Lugogo.
Buganda XI
Nicolas Sebwato (GK), Kigongo Ronald, Birikwalira Dan (C), Walusimbi Enock, Allan Mugalu, Musa Mugalu, Vianey Ssekajugo, Abudallah Nyanzi, Kaddu Patrick, Kagimu Shafiq, Allan Kayiwa
Kampala Starting XI
Hamza Muwonge (GK), Henry Katongole, Athur Kigundu, Joseph Nsubuga, Patrick Mbowa, Siraje Sentamu, Ibrahim Kayiwa, Willy Kavuma (C), Godfrey Lwesibawa, Martin Kizza, Nelson Senkatuka
The first leg of the FUFA Drum Quarterfinals commenced on Saturday evening in three different Provinces across the country.
Bukedi hosted Acholi at Palisa Hospital Ground, Bugisu entertianed West Nile at Mbale Municipal Stadium while Busoga were away to Ankole at Kakyeka Stadium, Mbarara.
All round, it was an incredible performance for the six Provinces in action today for the struggle to take commanding steps in the 1st leg of the last 8 encounters.
Bukedi Province starting XI lining up before the FUFA Drum Match in Pallisa against Acholi on Saturday 30th June 2018
In Pallisa, hosts Bukedi cracked the only goal of the match, through KCCA FC midfielder Julius Poloto who showed brilliant composition to tuck home a valuable goal in the 26th minute to send home fans into wild celebrations.
The visitors (Acholi) launched numerous attacks in the second half but their efforts were not accurate enough to hit the target.
Acholi Province fans travel in big numbers and their presence is always felt wherever they go. Here they are seen marking their arrival at Pallisa Hospital ground for the match with Bukedi by showing their ways of support before kickoff.
Goal Scorer Julius Poloto was named Man of the Match and received the accolade and sh.100,000 prize money.
Bukedi Province Player Julius Poloto receives the Man Of the Match accolade from Micheal Okurut the LC5 Chairman Pallisa Ditrict
Bukedi will travel with a one goal margin away to Acholi next weekend for the 2nd leg quarterfinal match.
Tulu Muzamiru was the center referee, assisted by Haward Musa Orombi and Atiku Rehman.
At Mbale Municipal Stadium the match never ended but West Nile were in the lead (0-1) against Bugisu. The match produced many eye catching moments and scoring opportunities that went begging.
During the early stages of the game, the tournament’s leading scorer James Alitho at 8 goals was taken to hospital after colliding with West Nile defender.
West Nile Striker Shaban Muhammad had several attempts despite being denied by Bugisu goalkeeper Ismail Watenga.
In the 55th minute Bugisu’s Paul Musamali was shown a red card after his second booking for recklessly fouling West Nile’s Ezira Bida.
Bugisu’s Musa Malunda had an opportunity to put his team forward when his well connected header from the corner kick flew towards the middle of the goal but was cleared off the line.
In the 68th minute West Nile goalkeeper Richard Anyama was injured and gave way to Nisar Kassim who came in to takeover his services.
Towards the end of the match, West Nile’s Fred Amaku scored in the 2nd minute of the added 8 minutes but play was halted as fans stormed the pitch and couldn’t continue.
The FUFA Competitions Disciplinary Panel will pronounce itself on this matter after receiving the Referee’s report from the organisers of the FUFA Drum.
Ronaldie Kirangwa was the referee, assisted by Mulindwa Hakim and Mugerwa Richard. Kasalirwe Razak was the 4th official while Awuye Yusuf was the Match assessor. Hajati Aisha Nalule wa Match Commissioner.
Busoga Province midfielder Aucho Khalid taking on Man of the Match Junior Ainemani (4) during the FUFA Drum 1st leg quarterfinals in Mbarara on Saturday 30th June 2018
At Kakyeka Stadium Ankole Province and Busoga Province played to a barren draw.
Despite creating several chances in the match, Ankole failed to break the deadlock. Both backlines were alert enough to avoid any mistakes.
Ankole defender Ainemani Junior was chosen Man of the Match and received the prize money together with the accolade.
Ankole Province Player Ainemani Junior receives the Man Of the Match Accolade from Match Commissioner Livingstone Lajan after the FUFA Drum quarterfinal Match on Saturday 30th June 2018
Both teams will meet again in the 2nd leg next weekend in Jinja.
Referee Kiweewa Emmanuel was in charge of the Match, Mbabaali Samuel and Ssendawula Derick were his assistants.
Action continues on Sunday with Buganda hosting Kampala in Mukono at Bishop SS Grounds.
MAIN PHOTO: Bukedi Province players celebrating Poloto’s goal during the FUFA Drum quarterfinal Match against Acholi in Pallisa on Saturday 30th June 2018
FT: Teso Province 1:2 Bugisu Province at StarTimes Stadium, Lugogo
The FUFA Drum Quarter final Fixtures
Saturday 30th June 2018
Ankole Province vs Busoga Province
Bugisu Province vs West Nile Province
Bukedi Province vs Acholi Province
Sunday 1st July 2018
Buganda Province vs Kampala Province
Bugisu recorded an emphatic and valuable win over Teso in the replay at StarTimes Stadium Lugogo on Sunday to join Busoga, Acholi, Buganda, Kampala, Bukedi, West Nile and Ankole in the quarter finals of the FUFA Drum.
Bugisu Captain Nicholas Wadada (L) takes on Teso Captain Godfrey Akol
Teso took the lead in the 30th Minute through Bright Stars FC enterprising right winger Opejo Kokas. Five minutes inside the second half Bugisu Captain Nicholas Wadada scored a stunning goal to equalize for the visitors while Muwada Mawejje scored the winner in the 77th Minute to give Busigsu the victory.
Teso’s Opejo celebrates after scoring the game’s opener from long range.
Teso’s Wills Otong was shown matching orders after his second booking in the 90th minute
Bugisu’s FUFA Drum leading scorer James Alitho (L) celebrates with Muwada Mawejje
As a tournament custom, Muwada Mawejje of Bugisu was named Man of the Match and was handed the sum of shillings One Hundred thousand (100,000 UGX) by the FUFA 2nd Vice President Darius Mugoye who was also the Chief Guest representing the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo.
Muwada Mawejje (R) of Bugisu recieves MoTM cash prize from the FUFA 2nd Vice President Darius MugoyeTeso Province Starting XI against Bugisu Province.Match officials and Captains in a photo moment before kickoff. L-R Kasibante Julius (2nd Assistant Referee), Akol Godfrey (Teso Captain), Byamukama Fred (4th Official) , Ronnie Kalema (Match Commissioner), Rajab Bakasambe (Referee), Nichoals Wadada (Bugisu Captain) and Kakembo Samuel (1st Assistant Referee).
Main Photo: Bugisu Province starting XI against Teso.
