FUFA: Federation of Uganda Football Associations

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  • Uganda Cranes striker Okwi dares Ghana Black Stars | FIFA World Cup 2018 RUSSIA Qualifiers

    Uganda Cranes striker Okwi dares Ghana Black Stars | FIFA World Cup 2018 RUSSIA Qualifiers

    2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Russia 

    Uganda Cranes vs Ghana Black Stars 

    Saturday 7th October, 2017 

    Venue: Mandela National Stadium, Namboole 

    Charges: 30,000/-, 70,000/- and 150,000/-

    Kick off Time: 4:00 p.m

    As days draw closer to the must win 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia Qualifier against Ghana, Uganda Cranes players are getting more confident with clear hopes of overpowering the Black Stars this Saturday during the group E clash at Namboole stadium.
    Emma Okwi who silenced the Egypt Pharaohs at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole is also optimistic that the Cranes will register victory against Ghana Black Stars come Saturday.
    ‘Personally, i am set together with my teammates to encounter Ghana. This is almost a game of our lives we must win to stay in contention for the World Cup slot’ noted Okwi, a forward with Tanzanian giants, Simba Sports Club.
    Okwi (left) with the rest of the players in warm up at Buziga Islamic play ground
    The silky goal poacher also remarked about his current form with the club and the National team, which gives him confidence that he will see the back of the net, again at the same fortress where Uganda Cranes has flourished over the years.
    ‘The role of a striker is to score goals. I score at my club and I scored the last goal for the Cranes against Egypt and this gives me confidence about the upcoming game’ Okwi added.
    The team trained Buziga Islamic Institute on  Thursday evening.
    Team captain Dennis Onyango during the Thursday session
    The last training session will be held on Friday 6th October 2017 at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole 2.30 pm before Ghana Black Stars’ final session at 4 p.m.
    L-R: Godfrey ‘Jjajja Walu’ Walusimbi, Tonny Mawejje, William Luwagga Kizito and Faruku Miya during the warming up session in the Thursday session
    Players who trained with the team on Thursday:
    Goalkeepers: Benjamin Ochan ,Ismail Watenga & Denis Onyango.
    Outfield players: Nico Wadada,  Denis Iguma,  Savio Kabugo, Bernard Muwanga,  Isaac Muleme, Timothy Awanyi, Ivan Ntege, Muzamir Mutyaba,  Tom Masiko,  Derrick Nsibambi,  Nelson Senkatuka, Isaac Isinde,  Joseph Ochaya, Godfrey Walusimbi, Hassan Wasswa,  Tonny Mawejje, William Kizito Luwagga,  Emmanuel Okwi, Edrisa Lubega, Geofrey Serunkuma & Faruku Miya

    TICKET SELLING POINTS:

    1. Total Nakivubo
    2. Shell Capital
    3. Total City Centre
    4. Total Arua Park
    5. Total Kireka
    6. Total Bweyogerere
    7. Shell Kireka
    8. Mukono City Shoppers
    9. Tango Sport
    10. FUFA Shop
    11. Della Attractions
    12. City Oil

    13-Hardware World-Ntinda

    14- AIRTEL OUTLETS -Ben Kiwanuka, Kampala Road, Kyaggwe Road, Lugogo-Game, Jinja Road

    15-Soccanet-Mabirizi Plaza-Kampala road

    16-Jude Colour Solutions at Prime Complex

    17-Katumwa sports Centre

    18-HAM Shopping Grounds, Owino

  • Government gives FUFA UGX 1Bn towards Uganda Cranes World Cup campaign

    Government gives FUFA UGX 1Bn towards Uganda Cranes World Cup campaign

    FUFA has this evening received financial support of UGX 1Bn (One Billion Uganda Shillings) from the Government of the Republic of Uganda towards the Uganda Cranes’ 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualification campaign.

    This follows a meeting chaired by the Minister of Education and Sports Mrs. Janet Museveni also attended by Minister of State for Sports Hon Charles Bakkabulindi, Permanent Secretary Alex Kakooza, other Ministry officials and NCS where FUFA presented a budget of UGX1.3Bn before the Ghana match and UGX 900M for the post match expenses; for the matches against Egypt and Ghana to cover players’ and coaches’ allowances, bonuses, air tickets, accommodation, practice match (Madagascar)  and other related costs.

    The FUFA delegation to the meeting led by President Eng. Moses Magogo, had 1st Vice President Justus Mugisha, CEO Edgar Watson and Finance Director Decolas Kiiza.

    The First Lady emphasized the importance of Sport, and willingness of Government to finance excelling National teams and Athletes.  She further appreciated the success registered by FUFA.

    FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo hands over a Uganda Cranes portrait to  President  Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and the First Lady Janet Museveni at Entebbe State House in 2016.

    Mrs. Museveni however called for long term planning from Sports Federations, NCS, the Department of Physical Education and the Ministry of Education and Sports so as to avoid adhoc interventions. She pledged to avail time to meet with sports federations and share experiences for the development of sports in the country.

    President Museveni juggles the ball shortly after he hosted the Uganda Cranes and a delegation from FUFA in 2016.

    ‘I am very excited that the Government has answered our call for the support to the Uganda Cranes and this cash will clear amongst others the bonuses and allowances for the players and coaches. This is the kind of motivation that will influence the sporting results’ said FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo.  

    FUFA President added;

    ‘I take the opportunity to thank HE the President of the Republic of Uganda Yoweri Kaguta Museveni for the magnanimity towards the Uganda Cranes. I further thank the Hon Minister of Education and Sports, Mrs. Janet Museveni for the support and procedural guidance, the Hon Minister of State for Sports Hon Charles Bakkabulindi, the Ministry of Education and Sports staff, the NCS and all other persons their efforts’

    I have been assured by the players and coaches that as always they will give their best for their country

    The success of the Uganda Cranes in this campaign is a result of the support from Government. With a Chartered plane to Togo in 2016, the team registered double wins 0-1 and 3-0 to progress to the group stages for the first time. Financial assistance of $200,000 enabled the team to pick a point (goalless draw) from Ghana away in Tamale.

     

  • Uganda Cranes fall to Madagascar in practice match at Lugogo

    Uganda Cranes fall to Madagascar in practice match at Lugogo

    Uganda Cranes 1-2 Madagascar

    Uganda Cranes lost 2-1 in the practice match played against Island nation Madagascar at the StarTimes stadium in Lugogo on Wednesday.

    Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) fc midfielder Muzamiru Mutyaba gave Cranes the lead after 28 minutes as Uganda took control of the game into the half time break.

    Aerial action during the game. Emmanuel Okwi (7), Derrick Nsibambi (11) and Milton Karisa (23) in a challenge to head the ball fin search for a goal
    Striker Edrisa Lubega (R) races to the ball during the first half

    Rio Carlous Anoriananicinos  scored twice in the second half for the maximum points.

    Carlous’ goals came in the 49th and 88th minutes to give Madagascar a famous victory.

    Uganda Cranes’ technical team used two different teams for either halves.

    Team captain and first choice goalkeeper Dennis Onyango was the only un-used substitute in the match.

    Uganda Cranes XI vs Madagascar that started the practice match.
    Madagascar team

    Uganda is preparing for for the up-coming 2018 FIFA World Cup group E qualifier against Ghana Black Stars this Saturday at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole.

    FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo (third from right) with the other officials at Lugogo watch the match proceedings
    The technical team and the substitute players
    Uganda Cranes captain of the day Hassan Wasswa Mawanda (L) with the Madagascar skipper Ina Faneva Andriatasina with the match referees prior to kickoff

    The team will regroup for Thursday training at Mandela National Stadium, starting 4 p.m.

    Team Line ups:

    Uganda Cranes XI: Ismail Watenga (G.K), Denis Iguma, Godfrey Walusimbi, Savio Kabugo, Isaac Isinde, Tonny Mawejje, Hassan Wasswa Mawanda, William Luwagga Kizito, Muzamiru Mutyaba, Edrisa Lubega, Joseph Ochaya

    Uganda Cranes (Second half team):

    Benjamin Ochan (GK), Nico Wakiro Wadada, Isaac Muleme, Bernard Muwanga, Milton Karisa, Emma Okwi, Geoffrey Serunkuma, Ivan Ntege, Farouk Miya, Timothy Awanyi, Derrick Nsibambi

    Sub Not Used: Denis Onyango (GK)

    Madagascar XI: Ibrahim Dabo (GK), Ranbelosn Toavina, Pascal Razakanantenaina, Thomas Fontaine, Nonenjana Lalaina (62’ Patrick Herimanjaarivo) , Jean Raherinarimanana, Calsin  Dimitry, Randrinbololuna Zotsara, Rio Carlous Anoriananicinos, Ina Faneva Andriatsina, Ferdinard Ramananahera  (75’ Hery Randriaitara,)

    Subs Not Used: Ramaritany Damien (GK), Michel Randriantenaina

    Referees:

    • Center Referee: Mashood Ssali
    • 1st Assistant Referee: Musa Balikoowa
    • 2nd Assistant Referee: Lee Okello
    • 4th Official: Brian Miiro Nsubuga
    • Match Commissioner: Ali Waiswa
  • Kizito Luwagga Joins Uganda Cranes team

    Kizito Luwagga Joins Uganda Cranes team

    2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Russia 

    Uganda Cranes vs Ghana Black Stars 

    Saturday 7th October, 2017 

    Venue: Namboole 

    Charges: 30,000/-, 70,000/- and 150,000/-

    PRACTICE MATCH: Uganda vs Madagascar

    Venue: StarTimes Stadium, Lugogo

    Closed from the public but Only 25,000/- Discount Ticket holders for the Uganda Cranes vs Ghana Black Stars match will gain access

    The Uganda Cranes camp has been boosted more with the appearance of silky midfielder maestro William Kizito Luwagga.
    The 23 year old who trades his talent in Romania with CSM Polithecnica lasi arrived in the country on Monday evening but never hesitated to join fellow teammates at Sky Hotel, Nalya as they prepare for the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia qualifier match win against Ghana.
    While talking to www.fufa.co.ug, Luwagga said that this time he’s happy that he has reported earlier and therefore will have enough time to train with the team  thus a better partnership before the WCQ.
    ‘I’m happy that this time I’ve reported early in camp  hot like the previous game where I arrived on the eve of the game against Egypt ‘ Said Luwagga.
     
    The team conducted a single training session on Tuesday morning at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole  ahead of the practice match on Wednesday 4/10/17 agaisnt Madagascar.
     
    Players in the Sky Hotel camp, Naalya:
    Goalkeepers: Benjamin Ochan & Ismail Watenga
    Outfield players: Nico Wadada,  Denis Iguma,  Savio Kabugo, Bernard Muwanga,  Isaac Muleme, Timothy Awanyi, Ivan Ntege,  Tom Masiko, Muzamir Mutyaba,  Tom Masiko,  Derrick Nsibambi,  Nelson Senkatuka, Isaac Isinde,  Joseph Ochaya, Godfrey Walusimbi, Hassan Wasswa,  Tonny Mawejje, William Kizito Luwagga,  Emmanuel Okwi, Edrisa Lubega & Geofrey Serunkuma
    MAIN PHOTO: Kizito Luwagga showing Isaac Muleme some skills from Europe during training on Tuesday. 

    TICKET SELLING POINTS:

    1. Total Nakivubo
    2. Shell Capital
    3. Total City Centre
    4. Total Arua Park
    5. Total Kireka
    6. Total Bweyogerere
    7. Shell Kireka
    8. Mukono City Shoppers
    9. Tango Sport
    10. FUFA Shop
    11. Della Attractions
    12. City Oil

    13-Hardware World-Ntinda

    14- AIRTEL OUTLETS -Ben Kiwanuka, Kampala Road, Kyaggwe Road, Lugogo-Game, Jinja Road

    15-Soccanet-Mabirizi Plaza-Kampala road

    16-Jude Colour Solutions at Prime Complex

    17-Katumwa sports Centre

    18-HAM Shopping Grounds, Owino

  • Uganda Cranes triumph over Northern Region Select team in Lira

    Uganda Cranes triumph over Northern Region Select team in Lira

    UGANDA CRANES REGIONAL TOURS 2017

    • Northern Region Select 0-2 Uganda Cranes

    Derrick Nsibambi scored two second half goals as the Uganda Cranes team triumphed 2-0 against Northern Region Select team at the Lango Sports Grounds in Lira on Saturday.

    After a goal-less opening 45 minutes, the game was lit up by KCCA forward Derrick Nsibambi who scored in the 55th and 62nd minutes of the well attended match.

    Uganda Cranes midfielder Muzamiru Mutyba breaks away from Walter Odongo during one of the attacks at Northern region goal

    Nsibambi was among the 10 changes that the national team technical bench headed by Moses Basena had called as the second half re-started.

    Earlier Paul Mucureezi had missed giving the national side the lead when his attempt hit the goal post in the 28th minute.

    Uganda Cranes XI against Northern Region Select team
    Northern Uganda Region Select Team

    Other chances were 50-50 incidents from Moses Waiswa, Tom Masiko, Nelson Senkatuka, Isaac Muleme and Muzamiru Mutyaba.

    Northern Uganda select team’s goalkeeper Sadam Ogwang was alert to tame any goal bound threats before he paved way for Stephen Okello with 10 minutes to play.

    Uganda Cranes’ Fred Okot and Tadeo Lwanga were the two players cautioned by referee Tonny Agir.

    Guests during the singing of the National and Lango anthems prior to kick off

    This was the second time that Uganda Cranes was playing against Northern Region select in two years after winning 5-0 in 2015 at Pece Stadium in Gulu district.

    The essence of such tours among others is to take the national team brand closer to the fans in their respective localities.

    National team main sponsors Airtel Uganda Limited and Uganda Breweries Limited jointly bankroll the national regional tours.

    Part of the mammoth crowd that graced Northern Region against Uganda Cranes at Lango Sports Ground
    Moses Waiswa is stopped by Northern Uganda’s Hilary Odonkonyero at Lango Sports Ground

    Team Line ups:

    Northern Region XI:  Sadam Ogwang (G.K), Ivan Okello, John Paul Acire, Ronald Owiny, Alli Muhamed, Hilary Odonkonyero, Walter Odongo, Dickens Diarra Okwir, Ronny Okullo, Richardson Asaba, Moses Aliro

    Subs: Stephen Okello (G.K), Joel Akaka, Emmanuel Okwi, Julius Akwata, Denis Omedi, Brian Ocakacon, Mike Denis Ojok

    Team Officials:

    • Head coach: Godfrey Akena
    • Assistant coach: Bob Obira

    Uganda Cranes XI: Tom Ikara (G.K), Nico Wakiro Wadada, Isaac Muleme, Timothy Awany, Savio Kabugo, Tom Masiko, Paul Mucureezi, Moses Waiswa, Muzamiru Mutyaba, Nelson Senkatuka, David Owori

    Second Team: Tom Ikara (60′ Benjamin Ochan), Fred Okot, Dan Birikwaliira,  Bernard Muwanga, Tadeo Lwanga, Ibrahim Kayiwa, Emmanuel Kalyowa, Albert Mugisa, Derrick Nsibambi, Milton Karisa, Shafiq Kagimu

    Sub Not Used: Ismail Watenga (G.K)

    Team Officials:

    • Head coach: Moses Basena
    • Assistant coach: Mathias Lule
    • Goalkeeping coach: Fred Kajoba
    • Team Physio: Ivan Ssewanyana
    • Team Doctor: Ronald Kisolo
    • Team Manager: Chrispus Muyinda
    • Media: Hamza Nsereko and Meddie Ssengendo

    Match Officials:

    • Center Referee:  Tonny Agir
    • Assistant Referee 1: Dick Okello
    • Assistant Referee 2: Paul Omara
    • 4th Official: Deogratious Opio
    • Match Commissioner: Allani Joe

     

     

  • Uganda Cranes regional tours 2017: National team arrives safely in Lira

    Uganda Cranes regional tours 2017: National team arrives safely in Lira

    Uganda Cranes regional tours 2017:

    • Northern Regional Select Vs Uganda Cranes
    • Saturday, 30th September
    • At Lango Sports Ground, Lira (4:30 p.m)

    The Uganda Cranes team has safely arrived in Northern Uganda town of Lira on Friday afternoon.

    This follow a successful four hours journey from FUFA House, Mengo in Kampala.

    The national team set from Kampala at 9:10 a.m and reached Lira at about 1:30 p.m before checking in at Pauline Hotels Limited in Lira town.

    ‘We traveled well and every body on the team is ready for the match on Saturday’ Hamza Nsereko, the media personnel attached to the team told www.fufa.co.ug.

    Nico Wakiro Wadada (left), Isaac Muleme, team manager Chrispus Muyinda and assistant coach Mathias Lule with the rest of the players arrive at Pauline Hotel in Lira

    All the players on the team are set to conduct the final training session on Friday evening at Lango Sports Ground, the venue of the match on Saturday.

    This is the second time that Uganda Cranes is playing against Northern Region select in two years after winning 5-0 in 2017 at Pece Stadium in Gulu district.

    The essence of such tours among others is to take the national team brand closer to the fans in their respective localities.

    National team main sponsors Airtel Uganda Limited, National Insurance Corporation (NIC) and Uganda Breweries Limited jointly bankroll the national regional tours.

    L-R: Albert Mugisa, Emmanuel Kalyowa, Joshua Awori and Moses Waiswa upon arrival at Pauline Hotels Limited in Lira
    Uganda Cranes Players in Lira:
    Goalkeepers:  Ismail Watenga -Vipers SC,  Benjamin Ochan-KCCA FC, Tom Ikara-Kirinya Jinja SS
    Outfield players: Nico Wadada-Vipers SC,  Dan Bilikwalira-Vipers SC ,  Joshua Awori-Proline FC,  Savio Kabugo-Proline FC ,  Timothy Awanyi-KCCA FC  ,  Bernard Muwanga-SC Villa,  Fred Okot-URA FC,  Isaac Muleme-KCCA FC ,  Tadeo Lwanga-Vipers SC, Ibrahim Kayiwa-KJSS FC,  Tom Masiko-Vipers SC ,  Paul Mucureezi-KCCA FC,  Moses Waiswa-Vipers SC, Kalyowa Emma-Soana FC,  Shafic Kagimu-URA FC,  Muzamir Mutyaba-KCCA FC,  Milton Karisa – Vipers S.C, Derrick Nsibambi-KCCA FC, Nelson Senkatuka-Bright Stars FC  & Albert Mugisa-Police FC
    Officials:
    Head coach: Moses Basena
    Assistant coach: Mathias Lule
    Goalkeeping coach: Fred Kajoba
    Team Physio: Ivan Ssewanyana
    Team Doctor: Ronald Kisolo
    Team Manager: Chrispus Muyinda
    Media: Hamza Nsereko and Meddie Ssengendo

     

  • FIFA 2018 World Cup qualifiers: FUFA calls for continued Government support

    FIFA 2018 World Cup qualifiers: FUFA calls for continued Government support

    FIFA 2018 World Cup RUSSIA Qualifiers (Group E):

    • 7th October 2017: Uganda Vs Ghana – Mandela National Stadium, Namboole
    • 6th November 2017: Congo Vs Uganda – Congo

    Uganda Cranes has a realistic dream of qualifying for their first ever FIFA World Cup tournament.

    With two matches left in group E, Uganda is currently second with 7 points while leaders Egypt have 9 points.

    It is upon this back ground that Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) calls for the continued support from Government for the remaining campaign to realize the dream.

    ‘The Dream is Alive. We have demonstrated that we have the ability to win our remaining matches and consequently the biggest opportunity ever to play at the World Cup‘ Eng. Moses Magogo, the FUFA President told the media in his address.

    L-R: FUFA Second Vice President Darius Mugoye, Ahmed Hussein (FUFA Communications manager), FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo and 1st FUFA VP Justus Mugisha during the weekly press conference at FUFA House in Mengo, Kampala on Wednesday

    FUFA president Eng. Moses Magogo, fresh from the CAF Executive committee meeting in Accra, Ghana has addressed the media during a press conference at Mengo, Kampala on Wednesday flanked by the Vice Presidents Justus Mugisha (1st VP) and Darius Mugoye (2nd) as well as the federation communications manager, Ahmed Hussein, Eng Magogo.e Azam Uganda Premier League.

    In a special way, he lauded all the stake holders of the game from the players, administrators, sponsors, fans to the Government and President Yoweri Museveni.

    FUFA, the Coaches and Players have worked against all odds to get to a situation many African Countries that have invested a lot would envy

    I take the opportunity to thank those fans who have been with us in the thin and thick.

    The Sponsors (Airtel, Nile Breweries, BIDCO, NIC and Ecobank) and other football Sponsors who indirectly have helped to build to the current Status.

    I would also like to specifically thank HE the President of the Republic of Uganda Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and the entire Government apparatus for the support they have given this campaign. The only time we did not get the support while playing away was against Egypt and no wonder it was the first time we conceded and lost the match.

    Had it not been the paying fans, the Sponsors and the support earlier gotten from Government, we would not be in this position.

    In the same vein, Eng. Magogo also appealed to the Government to come in and facilitate the Uganda Cranes for the rest of the games to realize the long time dream of Uganda playing at the FIFA World Cup.

    Despite the financial support from Government and the Sponsors, competing to play at the World Cup is such an expensive venture yet considering the exponential effect of the qualification, this is the moment every Ugandan would throw their weight behind the team.

    We call upon the Government to financially support the Uganda Cranes in such a historic goal for our Country. This final bend that has not been supported is the ultimate.

    The earlier support will all go to waste if this final bend is not supported.

    Uganda Cranes host Ghana on Saturday, 7th October 2017 at the Mandela National Stadium, Namboole.

    On the same day, Egypt will entertain Congo.

    Click and read on the detailed FUFA President’s address

  • Uganda Cranes programme for Northern Region tour released

    Uganda Cranes programme for Northern Region tour released

    Uganda Cranes Regional Tours 2017:

    Programme:

    1st Training: Thursday, 28th September 2017 – Mandela National Stadium, Namboole (4 p.m)

    Departure from Kampala: Friday, 29th September 2017 (9 a.m)

    Last Training: Friday, 29th September 2017 (4:30 p.m)

    Match Day: Saturday, 30th September 2017 (4:30 p.m)

    • Northern Region Select Vs Uganda Cranes
    • In Lira (4:00 p.m)

    The Uganda Cranes team will conduct one session on Thursday at Mandela National stadium in preparation for the away trip to Northern Uganda in Lira.

    The team shall depart to Lira on Friday morning and will be expected to conduct the final training at the actual match day venue in Lira town.

    The programme was communicated by the FUFA Communications manager, Ahmed Hussein during the weekly press conference also attended by the FUFA president Eng. Moses Magogo, first Vice President Justus Mugisha and the second VP Darius Mugoye.

    L-R: FUFA Second Vice President Darius Mugoye, Ahmed Hussein (FUFA Communications manager), FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo and 1st FUFA VP Justus Mugisha

    ‘The Uganda Cranes will conduct a training session on Thursday at Mandela National Stadium at 4 p.m. The team is expected to depart on Friday morning’ Ahmed told the media.

    The regional tours were started three years ago with the main purpose of taking the national team brand closer to the football fans in their respective localities.

    For this particular tour, the Uganda Cranes will use the game as a preparatory measure for the up-coming FIFA World Cup 2018 group E qualifier against Ghana Black Stars on 7th October 2017 at Namboole stadium.

    Head coach Moses Basena already named the provisional team set for the tour and Ghana matches.

    Uganda Cranes main sponsors Airtel Uganda and partners Nile Breweries Limited jointly sponsor the regional tours.

    Uganda Cranes players before a training session

    The Provisional Squad:

    Goalkeepers: Denis Onyango, Benjamin Ochan, Isma Watenga, Tom Ikara

    Other players: Denis Iguma, Nicholas Wadada, Godfrey Walusimbi, Isaac Muleme, Isaac Isinde, Muwanga Bernard, Hassan Wasswa, Timothy Awany, Tony Mawejje, Geoffrey Kizito, Mutyaba Muzamiru, Masiko Tom, Ivan Ntege, Luwagga Kizito, Karisa Milton, Ochaya Joseph, Okwi Emmanuel, Miya Faruku, Idrisa Lubega, Derick Nsibambi, Nelson Senkatuka, Geoffrey Serunkuma, Kagimu Shafiq Paul Mucureezi, Gadaffi Gardinho, John Adriko, Okot Fred, Ibrahim Kayiwa, Tadeo Lwanga.

  • 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Russia – Uganda vs Ghana: FUFA announces selling points for discounted Tickets

    2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Russia – Uganda vs Ghana: FUFA announces selling points for discounted Tickets

    2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Russia

    Uganda Cranes vs Ghana Black Stars

    7th October, 2017

    Kick off: 4pm

    Mandela National Stadium, Namboole

    TICKET SELLING POINTS:

    1. Total Nakivubo
    2. Shell Capital
    3. Total City Centre
    4. Total Arua Park
    5. Total Kireka
    6. Total Bweyogerere
    7. Shell Kireka
    8. Mukono City Shoppers
    9. Tango Sport
    10. FUFA Shop
    11. Della Attractions
    12. City Oil

    13-Hardware World-Ntinda

    14- AIRTEL OUTLETS -Ben Kiwanuka, Kampala Road, Kyaggwe Road, Lugogo-Game, Jinja Road

    Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) has released the official selling points for the discounted tickets of the 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Russia match between Uganda Cranes and Ghana Black Stars on 7th October, 2017 at Mandela National Stadium.

    The tickets that are on a limited offer will be available to the fans on market for 6 days only starting Monday 25th to Saturday 30th September, 2017.

    There is a 16.6% discount (5,000/-) off an ordinary ticket of 30,000/- to the first 10,000 fans who will purchase tickets.

    The discounted ticket will be sold at 25,000/- (Twenty Five Thousand Uganda Shillings Only).

    Only 10,000 tickets will be on market at a discount.

     

    A special image produced to promote the discounted tickets of the 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Russia between Uganda Cranes and Ghana Black Stars on 7th October at Namboole.

    After 30th September, depending on the availability, tickets will be withdrawn from the market for the release and distribution of other categories of 30,000/-(Ordinary), 70,000/- (VIP Blue seats) and 150,000/- (VVIP) to the designated selling points.

  • Uganda Cranes Squad for World cup qualifier against Ghana named

    Uganda Cranes Squad for World cup qualifier against Ghana named

    2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Russia

    Uganda Cranes vs Ghana Black Stars

    7th October, 2017

    KO: 4pm

    Mandela National Stadium, Namboole

    Interim coach Moses Basena has named a squad of 35 players to start preparations for the Uganda Cranes Regional tour of Northern Uganda and the 2018 FUFA World Cup Qualifier against Ghana.

    The Cranes will play in Lira, Northern Uganda on 30th September and 7th October against Ghana at Mandela National stadium, Namboole.

    ‘The training will start on Wednesday 27th September, 2017 at 4pm at Namboole stadium under the guidance of Basena and his technical team. The coach will reduce his squad based on the arrival of foreign based players in camp’ said FUFA Communication Manager Ahmed Hussein

    ‘The players named will also get involved in the Uganda Cranes regional tour of Northern Uganda which will be the final tour of the year’ added Hussein.

    The Squad:

    Goalkeepers: Denis Onyango, Benjamin Ochan, Isma Watenga, Tom Ikara

    Denis Iguma, Nicholas Wadada, Godfrey Walusimbi, Isaac Muleme, Isaac Isinde, Muwanga Bernard, Hassan Wasswa, Timothy Awany, Tony Mawejje, Geoffrey Kizito, Mutyaba Muzamiru, Masiko Tom, Ivan Ntege, Luwagga Kizito, Karisa Milton, Ochaya Joseph, Okwi Emmanuel, Miya Faruku, Idrisa Lubega, Derick Nsibambi, Nelson Senkatuka, Geoffrey Serunkuma, Kagimu Shafiq Paul Mucureezi, Gadaffi Gardinho, John Adriko, Okot Fred, Ibrahim Kayiwa, Tadeo Lwanga.

     

    FUFA announces Discounted Tickets for Uganda vs Ghana World Cup Qualifier at Namboole

    FUFA has offered a 16.6% discount (5,000/-) off an ordinary ticket of 30,000/- to the first 10,000 fans who will purchase tickets for the 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Russia match between Uganda Cranes and Ghana Black Stars on 7th October, 2017 at Mandela National Stadium.

    The discounted ticket will be sold at 25,000/- (Twenty Five Thousand Uganda Shillings Only).

    Only 10,000 tickets will be on market at a discount.

    The tickets that are on a limited offer will be available to the fans on market for 6 days only starting Monday 25th to Saturday 30th September, 2017 at FUFA House.

    ‘The offer from the FUFA Marketing Department will give the fans an opportunity to purchase tickets early enough as they prepare to support their heroes against Ghana. We would like to see the fans cheer on the Uganda Cranes like they always do when the National team plays at home’ said FUFA Communications Manager Ahmed Hussein

    A special image produced to promote the discounted tickets of the 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Russia between Uganda Cranes and Ghana Black Stars on 7th October at Namboole.

    After 30th September, depending on the availability, tickets will be withdrawn from the market for the release and distribution of other categories of 30,000/-(Ordinary), 70,000/- (VIP Blue seats) and 150,000/- (VVIP) to the designated selling points.

    MAIN PHOTO: Midfield maestro Tonny Mawejje with the ball during AFCON 2017 Finals in Gabon against Egypy is back in the Uganda Cranes Squad. He has beeen summoned by Cranes coach Moses Basena.

  • National Teams Technical Staff & Coordinators appointed

    National Teams Technical Staff & Coordinators appointed

    The 15th FUFA Executive committee meeting that convened on Tuesday, 19th September 2017 at FUFA House in Mengo Kampala confirmed the appointment of several coaches to the different positions for the national teams.

    UGANDA SENIOR WOMEN NATIONAL (Uganda Crested Cranes):

    • Head coach: Faridah Bulega
    • Assistant Coach: Edward Kaziba
    • Goalkeepers’ Trainer: Daniel Kiwanuka

    UGANDA U-20:

    • Head coach: Edward Kaziba
    • Assistant Coach: Oliver Mbekeka
    • Goalkeepers’ Trainer: Daniel Kiwanuka

    Men teams:

    UGANDA U 17 (Uganda Cubs)

    • Head coach: U-17: Peter Onen
    • Assistant coach: George Lutalo
    • Goalkeeper Trainer: Mubarak Kiberu

    UGANDA U-20 (Uganda Hippos)

    • Head coach: Mathias Lule
    • Assistant coach: James Odoch
    • Goalkeeping coach: Samuel Kawalya

    UGANDA U-23 (Uganda Kobs):

    • Head coach: Moses Basena
    • Assistant coach: Wasswa Bbosa
    • Goalkeeping coach: Sadiq Wassa
    The FUFA President Eng Moses greets the Uganda Cranes coaches Fred Kajoba (L)  and Moses Basena (M) prior to kick off of the return leg in the 2018 CHAN Qualifier

    UGANDA SENIOR TEAM (Uganda Cranes):

    • Head coach: Moses Basena
    • Assistant Coach: Mathias Lule
    • Goalkeeping coach: Fred Kajoba

    *Ibrahim Ssekagya to join panel of coaches

    Uganda National teams’ Coordinators (to be appointed on rotational basis – case by case)

    • Chris Muyinda
    • Joseph Kasana
    • Kamala Taban
    • Sulait Makumbi

    MAIN PHOTO: Faridah Bulega is now the Uganda Crested Cranes head coach. She is deputized by Edward Kaziba

    PHOTO CREDITS: FUFA Communications Department

  • Great euphoria as National teams of football and Basketball meet in Alexandria

    Great euphoria as National teams of football and Basketball meet in Alexandria

    2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Russia

    Egypt vs Uganda

    venue: Borg El Arab Stadium, Alexandria

    Time:8pm (Egypt Time, 9pm in Uganda)

     

    Uganda Cranes Programme-Monday 4th Sept, 2017

    10am- Light walk-to be joined by Uganda National Basketball Team Silverbacks who are camped in Alexandria for AfroBasket to be hosted by Tunisia and Senegal

    7pm-Prematch Meeting at Borg El Arab stadium 

    7.30pm Uganda Cranes Press conference at Borg El Arab Stadium 

    8pm-Uganda Cranes training at Borg El Arab Stadium

    Note: The first 15 minutes of training will be open to the media. 

    With the Egypt-Uganda World cup qualifier set for Tuesday at the Borg El Arab Stadium, indications are that Moses Basena’s boys are all looking forward to the match.

    ‘We are not under any pressure. We did our job back in Uganda and we are on another mission here in Alexandria. We have planned well for these fixtures. Let football do the talking on the pitch’ said Moses Basena told www.fufa.co.ug as he prepared to take his players for a 30 minute light walk around the magnificent Radisson Blu Hotel where the Uganda Cranes contingent is accommodated.

    Every member of the contingent including the Leader of Delegation Hamid Juma and FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo took part in the walk around the spacious hotel premises as a sign of togetherness and for bonding purposes.

    Legends meet in Alexandria-Steve Omony (L) and Ibra Sekagya have both inked their names in the sports history books of Uganda.

    ‘Sometimes such moments are good to relax. You don’t need to be confined in one place. Let us enjoy every bit while in Egypt with the Uganda Cranes in camp’ added Basena.

    Uganda Cranes players led by skipper Denis Onyango enjoying a light walk in Alexandria

    During the walk, Egyptian football fans were keenly tracking the team however with no inconveniences caused at all.

    At the end of the light walk, Head coach Basena created another moment for further bonding that left every member of the contingent bursting into laughter where those selected would tap another person who would move into the inner part of the circle crated until the end of the exercise.

    Team Manager Crispus Muyinda (4th from Left) guarded by Uganda Cranes players after the morning light walk in Alexandria

    The FUFA President kicked off the as was handpicked by Basena.

    The Uganda Cranes were later joined by the Uganda National Basketball team-Silverbacks who are camped in Alexandria for the Afrobasket to be hosted in Senegal and Tunisia.

    FUFA President in the middle trying out a simple game for bonding purposes with the rest of the team

    The Minister of State for Sports Hon Charles Bakkabulindi, FUFA President, two captains Steve Omony (Basketball) and Denis Onyango (football) spokes on behalf of their respective teams.

    MAIN PHOTO: Uganda Natinal team players for Basketball and football in a group photo at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Alexandria. 

     

  • Uganda Cranes arrive in Alexandria, set to train later today

    Uganda Cranes arrive in Alexandria, set to train later today

    2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Russia

    Egypt vs Uganda

    venue: Borg El Arab Stadium, Alexandria

    Time:8pm (Egypt Time, 9pm in Uganda)

    The National football team –Uganda Cranes arrived safely in Alexandria ahead of Tuesday’s 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Russia against Egypt at Borg El Arab Stadium.

    Kick off time is 8pm (Egypt Time, 9pm in Uganda) and will be broadcast live on 102.1 FUFA fm by experienced sports journalist Abu Zikusooka.

    The Uganda Cranes arrived in Cairo at 7.35am local time aboard Egypt Air before embarking on a two and half hour journey by road to Alexandria.

    Cairo based Ugandan fans were at the Airport to welcome the Uganda Cranes contingent while Leader of Delegation who travelled well ahead of the team Hamid Juma was also at the airport.

    ‘We plan to have a training session later today at 5.30pm but I need my players to rest. We are in good shape for the stay here as we plan for the game against Egypt’ said Head coach Moses Basena who will miss the services of coach Matia Lule who couldn’t make the trip.

    Moment for fun: L-R Khalid Aucho, Godfrey Walusimbi and Milton Karisa at Cairo International Airport.

    ‘The Head coach will miss Matia Lule who couldn’t readily avail his passport for the trip. It was a challenge to get his travel document as he had presented it to one of the Embassies for travel and couldn’t be released in time’ said FUFA Communications Manager Ahmed Hussein

    Planning for the downfall of Egypt in Alexandria. Ibra Sekagya, Denis Onyango and Moses Basena at Radisson Blu Hotel.

    FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo also traveled with the team to the North African Country for the match.

    Ready for duty: L-R Tormentors of the Egyptians at Namboole Denis Onyango, and Emma Okwi, Kizito Luwagga, Murushid Juuko and Ismail Watenga in Cairo on Sunday morning
    Beach Soccer Delegate and Chairman of Uganda Beach Soccer Association Deo Mutabazi happy to see Leader of Delegation Hamid Juma (R) in Alexandria
    Defender Nico Wadada (L) in a deep conversation with FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo

    Contingent in Alexandria

    Goalkeepers: Denis Onyango (GK), Ismail Watenga, Benjamin Ochan (GK)

    Other Squad Members: Nico Wakiro Wadada, Godfrey Walusimbi, Isaac Isinde, Murushid Juuko, Wasswa Hassan Mawanda, Khalid Aucho, Emmanuel Arnold Okwi, Faruku Miya, Derrick Nsibambi,  Joseph Benson Ochaya, Bernard Muwanga, Ivan Ntege, Muzamiru Mutyaba, William Luwagga Kizito, Milton Karisa, Isaac Muleme and Geoffrey Serunkuma.

    FUFA President-Eng. Moses Magogo

    L.O.D-Hamid Juma-Executive Committee Member

    Technical: Moses Basena, Fred Kajoba, Ibrahim Sekagya

    Medical Team: Dr. Ronald Kisolo, Ivan Ssewanyana (Physiotherapist)

    Muyinda Cris-Team Coordinator

    Ahmed Hussein-Communications Manager

    Abu Zikusooka-102.1 FUFA fm

    Tabu Santos (Northern Region FA Delegate), Deo Mutabazi (Beach Soccer Delegate/Chairman Uganda Beach Soccer Association), Sumaya Kiwanuka (PAP).

     

  • Uganda Cranes delegation off to Egypt with confidence | FIFA WORLD CUP Russia 2018 Qualifiers

    Uganda Cranes delegation off to Egypt with confidence | FIFA WORLD CUP Russia 2018 Qualifiers

    FIFA WORLD CUP Russia 2018 Qualifiers (Group E):

    Tuesday, 5th September 2017

    Borg El Arab Stadium (Kick off: 8:45 p.m)

    Live on 102.1 FUFA f,m, the Football Radio

    A strong 34 man Uganda Cranes delegation departed for Egypt from Entebbe International Airport on Sunday early morning at 4 a.m aboard Egypt Air.

    All the players and officials on board have the strong belief of pulling off a great performance away from home.

    Uganda Cranes players and officials check in with the immigration at the departures zone of Entebbe International Airport

    Head coach Moses Basena disclosed that all the players are physically and psychologically fit enough and expects a brave performance away from home come the return leg.

    “We have left for Egypt with very high hopes of a good performance. Playing away from home is completely a different setting but we are ready for the battle” Basena told www.fufa.co.ug at Entebbe International Airport.

    Uganda Cranes players walk majestically from the team bus at Entebbe International Airport
    L-R: Isaac Muleme, Geofrey Sserunkuma and Faruku Miya walk from the team bus
    L-R: Fred Kajoba (goalkeeping coach), Ivan Ssewanyana (physio) and interim head coach Moses Basena wheel their lagagge shortly after arrival at Entebbe International Airport

    FUFA Executive committee member Hamid Juma is the head of delegation.

    FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo also traveled with the team to the North African Country for the match that will be relied live on 102.1 FUFA f.m.

    UGANDA CRANES DELEGATION TO EGYPT:

    Goalkeepers: Denis Onyango, Ismail Watenga, Benjamin Ochan

    Other Squad Members: Nico Wakiro Wadada, Godfrey Walusimbi, Isaac Isinde, Murushid Juuko, Wasswa Hassan Mawanda, Khalid Aucho, Emmanuel Arnold Okwi, Faruku Miya, Derrick Nsibambi,  Joseph Benson Ochaya, Bernard Muwanga, Ivan Ntege, Muzamiru Mutyaba, William Luwagga Kizito, Milton Karisa, Isaac Muleme and Geoffrey Serunkuma.

    FUFA President-Eng. Moses Magogo

    L.O.D: Hamid Juma-Executive Committee Member

    Technical: Moses Basena, Matia Lule, Fred Kajoba, Ibrahim Sekagya

    Medical Team: Dr. Ronald Kisolo, Ivan Ssewanyana (Physiotherapist)

    Team Coordinator: Muyinda Cris-

    Communications Manager: Ahmed Hussein

    102.1 FUFA fm commentator: Abu Zikusooka

    Tabu Santos (Northern Region FA Delegate), Deo Mutabazi (Beach Soccer Delegate/Chairman Uganda Beach Soccer Association), Sumaya Kiwanuka (PAP). 

    MAIN PHOTO: Uganda Cranes players and officials at the departures zone entrance of Entebbe International Airport on Sunday morning

    PHOTO CREDITS: FUFA Communications Department

  • Basena names Uganda Cranes Squad to Egypt for World Cup Qualifier

    Basena names Uganda Cranes Squad to Egypt for World Cup Qualifier

    Uganda Cranes Interim coach Moses Basena has named his final 20 man squad for the trip to Alexandria where they will play Egypt in the 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Russia on Tuesday night.

    Captain and Goalkeeper Dennis Onyango who made world class saves on Thursday at Namboole as Cranes edged The Pharaohs 1-0 thanks to an Emma Okwi superb goal, will lead his troops.

    The squad has three Goalkeepers including Isma Watenga and Benjamin Ochan.

    The final squad was released after a training session on Saturday morning at the Mandela National stadium, Namboole

    L-R: Goal hero Emmanuel Okwi, Joseph Benson Ochaya and Khalid Aucho wheel off in celebrations at Namboole. Okwi said Cranes will take each game as it comes.

    FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo will also travel with the team to the North African Country for the match.

    Final Squad to Egypt that flies out on Sunday morning (4am) aboard Egypt Air;

    Goalkeepers: Denis Onyango (GK), Ismail Watenga, Benjamin Ochan (GK)

    Other Squad Members: Nico Wakiro Wadada, Godfrey Walusimbi, Isaac Isinde, Murushid Juuko, Wasswa Hassan Mawanda, Khalid Aucho, Emmanuel Arnold Okwi, Faruku Miya, Derrick Nsibambi,  Joseph Benson Ochaya, Bernard Muwanga, Ivan Ntege, Muzamiru Mutyaba, William Luwagga Kizito, Milton Karisa, Isaac Muleme and Geoffrey Serunkuma.

    FUFA President-Eng. Moses Magogo

    L.O.D-Hamid Juma-Executive Committee Member

    Technical: Moses Basena, Matia Lule, Fred Kajoba, Ibrahim Sekagya

    Medical Team: Dr. Ronald Kisolo, Ivan Ssewanyana (Physiotherapist)

    Muyinda Cris-Team Coordinator

    Ahmed Hussein-Communications Manager

    Abu Zikusooka-102.1 FUFA fm 

    Tabu Santos (Northern Region FA Delegate), Deo Mutabazi (Beach Soccer Delegate/Chairman Uganda Beach Soccer Association), Sumaya Kiwanuka (PAP). 

    MAIN PHOTO: The entire Starting XI for Uganda Cranes against Egypt at Namboole will be travelling to Alexandria on Sunday morning. 

  • 2017-2021 FUFA Executive Committee officially embarks on new mandated term

    2017-2021 FUFA Executive Committee officially embarks on new mandated term

    Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) Executive Committee led by the President Eng. Moses Magogo kick started the officially mandated new term in office on Thursday, 31st August 2017 for the period 2017 – 2021.

    This follows the successful elections held at the 93rd FUFA Ordinary Assembly held on Saturday, 5th Auguts 2017 at the Kabalega Hotel in Masindi.

    According to a circular No. 1061 – FUFA/C/006/17 released by the office of the Chief Executive Officer, Edgar Watson Suubi, it duly confirmed;

    This is to inform you that the FUFA Executive Committee as elected in the 93rd FUFA Ordinary General Assembly on Saturday 5th August 2017 in Masindi, has started its official mandated term of office started on Thursday, 1st 31st August 2017.

    Further communication will be forwarded in the due course.

    On a vibrant tiding, the new term began with a convincing performance of the national team, Uganda Cranes  that overcame the 7 time African champions, Egypt 1-0 in the FIFA World Cup 2018 Russia group E qualifier at Mandela Naational Stadium, Namboole.

    New FUFA Executive Committee members pose for a group photo alongside the two guests who were part of the 93rd FUFA Ordinary Assembly – Leodgar Tenga and Djibouti FA President, Soulieman Hassan Waberi

    FUFA Executive Committee (2017-2021):

    1 – Eng. Moses Magogo (President)

    2 – Mr. Mugisha Justus (1st Vice President)

    3 – Mr Mugoye Darius (2nd Vice President)

    4 – Hon Florence Nakiwala Kiyingi (3rd Vice President)

    5 – Mr Byamukama Rogers (Kitara Delegat)

    6 – Mr. Kalibala John Chrizestom (Western Delegate)

    7 – Ms. Mugena Agnes (Woman Delegate)

    8 – Hajji Ssekabira Abdul Lukooya (Buganda Delegate)

    9 – Mr. Hamid Juma (Kampala Delegate)

    10 – Mr. Kalyebara David Mukidi (Northern Delegate)

    11 – Mr. Magoola Issa Kakaire (Eastern Delegate)

    12 – Mr. Ochom Richard (North East Delegate)

    13 – Mr. Ariga Rasoul (West Nile Delegate)

     

  • Uganda Cranes 1-0 Egypt Pharaohs | FIFA WORLD CUP Russia 2018 (Qualifiers) – Group E

    Uganda Cranes 1-0 Egypt Pharaohs | FIFA WORLD CUP Russia 2018 (Qualifiers) – Group E

    FIFA WORLD CUP Russia 2018 (Qualifiers) – Group E:

    UGANDA CRANES 1-0 EGYPT PHARAOHS

    Uganda Cranes is now top of group E after overcoming 7 time African champions Egypt in the FIFA World Cup Russia 2018 qualifiers at Mandela National stadium, Namboole on Thursday.

    Striker Emmanuel Okwi scored the lone goal of the day in the 51st minute.

    Forward Derrick Nsibambi closes down on goalkeeper Essam ElHadary during the game

    The 2016 CAF team of the year, captained by the reigning continent’s footballer of the year (based in Africa) is the team, Dennis Onyango played gallantly for the famous win.

    William Luwagga Kizito, Geofrey Sserunkuma and Isaac Muleme later on replaced the trio of Faruku Miya, Okwi and Ochaya respectively.

    A section of delighted Uganda Cranes fans in the terraces

    Onyango was the only player booked in the game attended by a good crowd.

    Uganda Cranes depart for Egypt on the 2nd September 2017 for the return leg.

    The return leg will be played on Tuesday, 5th September 2017 at the Arab El Borg stadium in Alexanderia city.

    The two captains Dennis Onyango and Essam El-Hadary with the match officials before kick off

    Uganda Cranes is now top of group E with 7 points. Egypt remains on 6.

    Ghana and Congo are on 1 and zero point respectively.

    Ghana Black Stars host Congo on Friday.

    Officials during the singing of the national anthems before kick off

    Uganda Cranes XI:

    Denis Onyango (GK), Nico Wakiro Wadada, Godfrey Walusimbi, Isaac Isinde, Murushid Juuko, Wasswa Hassan Mawanda,Khalid Aucho, Emmanuel Arnold Okwi, Faruku Miya, Derrick Nsibambi,  Joseph Benson Ochaya

    Reserves: Ismail Watenga, Benjamin Ochan (GK), Bernard Muwanga, Ivan Ntege, Muzamiru Mutyaba, William Luwagga Kizito, Milton Karisa, Isaac Muleme, Geoffrey Serunkuma, Shafic Kuchi Kagimu, Tom Masiko, Denis Iguma

  • Uganda Cranes XI vs. Egypt Pharaohs | FIFA WORLD CUP Russia 2018 qualifier – Group E

    Uganda Cranes XI vs. Egypt Pharaohs | FIFA WORLD CUP Russia 2018 qualifier – Group E

    FIFA WORLD CUP Russia 2018 (Qualifiers) – Group D:

    • Match day 3: Thursday, 31st August 2017
    • Kick off: 16:00 hours
    • At Mandela National Stadium, Namboole
    • Entry Fees: 30,000/= (Ordinary), 70,000/= (VIP) & 150,000/= (VVIP)

    *Follow live on www.fufa.co.ug, all official FUFA social media plat forms and on 102.1 FUFA f.m, the football radio

    The starting line up for Uganda Cranes against the Egypt national football team, the Pharaohs is promising.

    2016 CAF footballer of the year (based in Africa) is the team, Dennis Onyango is the team captain.

    Others on the starting eleven are; Nico Wakiro Wadada, Godfrey Walusimbi, Isaac Isinde, Murushid Juuko, Wasswa Hassan Mawanda,Khalid Aucho, Emmanuel Arnold Okwi, Faruku Miya, Derrick Nsibambi and Joseph Benson Ochaya.

    The reserve players are Ismail Watenga, Benjamin Ochan (GK), Bernard Muwanga, Ivan Ntege, Muzamiru Mutyaba, William Luwagga Kizito, Milton Karisa, Isaac Muleme, Geoffrey Serunkuma, Shafic Kuchi Kagimu, Tom Masiko and Denis Iguma

    Uganda Cranes XI:

    Denis Onyango (GK), Nico Wakiro Wadada, Godfrey Walusimbi, Isaac Isinde, Murushid Juuko, Wasswa Hassan Mawanda,Khalid Aucho, Emmanuel Arnold Okwi, Faruku Miya, Derrick Nsibambi,  Joseph Benson Ochaya

    Reserves: Ismail Watenga, Benjamin Ochan (GK), Bernard Muwanga, Ivan Ntege, Muzamiru Mutyaba, William Luwagga Kizito, Milton Karisa, Isaac Muleme, Geoffrey Serunkuma, Shafic Kuchi Kagimu, Tom Masiko, Denis Iguma