Uganda Cranes Head Coach Milutin Sredojevic aka Micho is convinced with the progress of preparations for the forthcoming African Nations Championship (CHAN) Qualifiers.
The team entered camp two weeks ago and the players have been training rigorously in a bid to gain full fitness.
In assessing the progress made so far, coach Micho indicated everything is moving according to plan and happy that the players have responded positively to training despite coming from off season.
Coach Milutin Sredojevic
“I believe we have made positive strides to a point of theoretical awareness and physical fitness of players and there is a big difference between now and the time we started,” he said.
“We have played several practice matches behind us and the boys have responded very well. We shall now shift focus and enter another phase of preparations where we are planning to have international friendly matches.” Coach Micho added.
In the practice games played, Uganda Cranes defeated Western Region Select Team 3-0, edged UPDF FC 2-1 and drew 1-1 against Kampala Province.
When asked about the absence of players from Vipers SC, the gaffer indicated he is not worried because they are equally having good preparations.
“They (Vipers SC) are preparing for CAF Champions League and we had to accord the players more time with the club. I have no doubt that they have had good preparations including the friendly match against Yanga FC. I know they will join us soon and in better shape.”
Uganda plays Tanzania in the final qualification hurdle with the first leg coming on 27th August in Dar es Salaam before a return leg on 3rd September at St. Mary’s Stadium, Kitende.
The winner on aggregate will qualify for the final tournament that will take place in January next year in Algeria.
League action returned over the weekend with a number of Ugandan foreign based players representing their respective clubs in the diaspora.
102.1 FUFA fm’s Ronnie Lusulire who also presents Tugukyangira Bunayira, a program dedicated to Ugandan foreign based players every Tuesday from 10pm to Midnight kept close tabs on them to find out how they fared.
Kazakhstan
Fauzia Najjemba scored a hat trick and registered two assists as BIIK Kazygurt thumped Sdyurshor 7-0.
Fauzia Najjemba celebrates after scoring.
Azerbaijan
Striker William Kizito Luwagga made his debut for Sabail FK and played the full 90 minutes as they lost 3-1 to Qarabag FC in the Azerbaijani Premier League opener.
South Africa
The DStv Premiership kicked off on Friday with Mamelodi Sundowns beating Cape Town City 2-0. Dennis Onyango was an unused substitute as new signing Ronwen Williams made his debut in goal.
Jamal Salim Magoola made his debut for Richards Bay FC and kept a clean sheet as they beat Golden Arrows 2-0 away from home on Saturday.
Goalkeeper Salim Jamal Magoola.
Ismail Watenga was not part of the Marumo Gallants team that drew goalless with Stellenbosch on the same day.
Egypt
Allan Kyambadde was not part of the El Gouna FC squad that lost 4-1 to league leaders Zamalek.
Latvia
Striker Derrick Kakooza came off the bench in the 85th minute as Valmiera II beat SC Grobira 3-2 in the Latvian second tier. He replaced Senegalese forward Meissa Diop.
Vietnam
Moses Oloya and captain Joseph Mpande played an instrumental role as their club Hai Phong won 1-0 against SHB Da Nang in the Vietnamese topflight. Mpande played in central defense while Oloya was in the midfield.
Geoffrey Baba Kizito played for his club Nam Dinh and helped them win 2-1 against Ho Chi Minh City on the same match day.
Portugal
Mustafa Kizza was an unused substitute as his side lost 4-0 to Benfica in the Portuguese Primeira Liga opening game on Friday in Lisbon.
Turkey
Miya Farouk played a part in Caykur Rizespor’s 2-0 win over Pazarspor which was also their last pre-season friendly match before their second tier league season campaign officially stars. Miya has scored four goals in six friendlies for his new side.
Scotland
Bevis Mugabi played full-time in Motherwell’s 2-1 defeat to St. Johnstone in the Scottish Premiership on Saturday.
Iceland
Uganda Cranes right back Elvis Bwomono played full-time for IBV Vestmannaeyjar and lost 4-0 to KR Reykjavik in the Iceland topflight.
Serbia
Pius Obuya made his debut for Radnicki Sremska Mitrovica in the Serbian second tier but lost 9-1 to Radnicki Novi Beograd.
Obuya who recently crossed over from Kabel Novi Sad, another Serbian club, came off the bench in the 69th minute to replace Aleksandr Rakic.
England
Left back Jordan Obita played fulltime for Wycombe Wanderers and lost 3-0 to former Premier League side Bolton Wanderers in the English League One on Saturday.
Romania
Striker Mahad Kayondo scored a brace as his side CSM Deva thumped Retezatul Hateg in a friendly match. He scored in the 39th and 73rd minutes as preparations for the new Romanian third tier season continue.
Tanzania
Left back Shafik Batambuze featured for his Singida Big Stars as they beat Zambia’s Zanaco 1-0 in a friendly game. He was later replaced in the closing stages of the encounter by Yassin Mustafa.
Batambuze’s compatriots Matia Lule and Steven Billy Kiggundu were also part of the Singida Big Stars technical team after joining the club recently.
In another encounter, Khalid Aucho was in the midfield as Yanga lost 2-0 to Uganda Premier League Champions Vipers in a friendly game in Dar es Salaam.
Rwanda
Musa Esenu played for Rayon Sports as they beat Edward Satulo’s AS Kigali 1-0 in a pre-season friendly encounter. Rayon Sports will be playing another friendly game against Vipers next week.
Denmark
Goalkeeper Vanessa Karungi played for B.93 Women but lost 1-0 against Aalborg Ladies in the Danish Women’s second tier.
Midfielder Moses Opondo currently plays for AC Horsens in the Danish topflight league. He played full-time as they lost 1-0 Randers FC.
Robert Kakeeto made his debut for third division club Middlefart BK and helped them win 4-0 against FA 2000 on Saturday.
Sweden
Ritah Kivumbi played part in a hard fought 5-4 win for her side Mallbackens IF against Team TG FF in the Swedish Women’s second tier league on Sunday.
Striker Alexis Bbakka played 66 minutes for Umea FC as they lost 3-2 to Sollentuna FF in the Swedish third tier league. He was shown a yellow in the first half before he was replaced by Linus Marklund just after the hour mark.
Ronald Mukiibi was sidelined by injury as his club Degerfors lost 2-0 to IFK Norrkoping in the Swedish topflight league also known as the Allsvenskan.
USA
Left back Aziz Kayondo continued with his progress at Real Monarchs FC and played fulltime as they won 3-1 against Vancouver Whitecaps II in the MLS Next Pro League.
Musa Ramathan came off the bench and saw his header hit the cross bar from a corner kick as his club Cincinnati FC II lost 3-2 to Philadelphia Union II in the same Next Pro League on Sunday night. Musa replaced David Garcia at the start of the second half.
Mike Azira was not part of the New Mexico United FC’s squad as they lost 3-0 to Miami FC in the second tier league also known as the USL Championship.
Striker Edward Kizza was an used substitute as his new club Pittsburgh Riverhounds won 2-0 against Indy Eleven in the USL Championship.
Steven Sserwadda was an unused substitute as New York Red Bulls drew 0-0 with Wayne Rooney’s coached side DC United in the Major League Soccer.
Action will continue on Monday with Timothy Awany and Fahad Bayo expected in action for Ashdod in Israel while Charles Lukwago’s St. George will take on Simba in Dar es Salaam in the Simba Day celebrations.
Uganda Cranes Regional Tour Western Region Select Team 0-3 Uganda Cranes
Uganda Cranes earned victory over Western Region Select Team in the Cranes Regional tour game played on Tuesday at Kyamate Stadium, Ntungamo.
Whereas the regional team put up resilient performance in the opening stanza, Uganda Cranes proved too strong,winning 3-0.
Uganda Cranes players celebrating one of the goals.
The game was watched by hundreds of enthusiastic football fans from Ntungamo and the neighbouring areas.
A section of the fans at Kyamate Stadium in Ntungamo town.
Second half substitutes Titus Ssematimba and Rogers Mato got the goals for the National team.
Titus Ssematimba celebrates one of his goals.
Ssematimba who was making his first appearance for the National team scored a brace before Mato put the icing on the cake moments later.
The home side posed threats in the opening stages of the game with veteran striker Walter Rubangkene getting scoring opportunities but failed to put them to good use.
Moses Aliro in action against Western Region Select Team.
On the other hand, the best two chances for Uganda in the first half fell to Martin Kizza and Saidi Kyeyune but both could not find the target.
Coach Milutin Sredojevic aka Micho made several changes including bringing on both Mato and Ssematimba at the start of the second stanza.
Ssematimba took just two minutes to announce his arrival, connecting well to a good delivery from his teammate at Wakiso Giants FC, George Kaddu.
George Kaddu and Titus Ssematimba celebrating the first goal.
The industrious midfielder got his second on the day three minutes before the hour mark, this time scoring from Isma Mugulusi’s through pass.
The third goal came in the 78th minute with Mato capitalizing on a goal melee to score from close range.
Rogers Mato (red Jersey) protects the ball from a defender.
Coach Micho believes this was a good test for his charges as preparations for CHAN Qualifiers against Tanzania continue.
“I believe this was a good test for the players. We improved a lot in the second half and we hope to build on the positives realized today.” He said.
Uganda will play Tanzania away on 27th August before the return leg at St. Mary’s Stadium, Kitende on 3rd September.
The winner on aggregate will qualify to the final tournament slated for January next year in Algeria.
Uganda Cranes Starting XI
Nafian Alionzi, Gavin Kizito Mugweri, Derrick Ndahiro, Walter Ochora, Joseph Bright Vuni, John Revita, Saidi Kyeyune, Moses Waiswa, Muhammad Shaban, Martin Kizza,Travis Mutyaba
Substitutes
Emmanuel Kalyowa(GK), Mathias Muwanga(GK), Najib Fesali, Gift Fred, Kenneth Ssemakula, James Begisa, George Kaddu, George Kasonko,Titus Ssematimba, Rogers Mato, Moses Aliro, Richard Basangwa, Brian Mato,Isma Mugulusi
Uganda Cranes head coach Milutin Sredojevic aka Micho has named a squad of 26 players that will travel to Western Uganda for the Regional Tour.
The National team will face Western Region on Tuesday at Kyamate Playground in Ntungamo district.
The squad named has four goalkeepers, nine defenders, five midfielders and seven forwards.
It should be noted that the team is currently without KCCA FC left back Ibrahim Juma (still engaged with KCCA FC U20 team) and Vipers SC players.
This will be the second test match for Uganda Cranes (CHAN Team) since entering camp on Monday.
On Saturday, the team won 2-1 against Uganda Premier League outfit, UPDF FC courtesy of goals from Saidi Kyeyune and Andrew Ssemakula (own goal).
Saidi Kyeyune (yellow jersey) in action against UPDF’s Ibrahim Wamannah.
Uganda is preparing to face Tanzania in the 2023 African Nations Championship (CHAN) Qualifiers where the winner on aggregate will progress to the final tournament slated for January in Algeria.
The first leg will take place on 27th August at Benjamin Mkapa National Stadium while the return leg will be played on 3rd September at St. Mary’s Stadium, Kitende.
Uganda Cranes earned victory over Uganda Premier League outfit UPDF FC in a practice game played on Saturday at Bombo Barracks Ground.
An own goal from defender Andrew Ssemakula and Saidi Kyeyune’s free kick gave Uganda Cranes advantage before substitute Phillip Angelo Taban got the consolation for UPDF FC.
The Cranes started on the better note and it did not take long to open the scores with the first goal coming in the 4th minute.
Rogers Mato made a good run off the left wing and his intended cross was diverted to goal by onrushing defender Ssemakula.
In the 7th minute, Derrick Ndahiro nearly doubled the advantage but the UPDF FC goalkeeper was well stationed to parry the ball over.
The shot stopper was once again called to action in the 20th minute, saving Mato’s low drive.
Brian Mato thought he had found the second goal for Uganda Cranes when he slid to score from Roger Mato’s cross but the former was adjudged to have been offside.
It was Kyeyune who stretched the lead for the National Team, curling home straight from a free kick just outside the area.
The first change for coach Milutin Sredojevic saw George Kasonko paving way for Frank Ssebufu at the stroke of halftime.
There were further changes after recess with Abdallah Ssekandi, Hassan Ssenyonjo, Emmanuel Kalyowa replacing Rogers Mato, Moses Waiswa and Nafian Alionzi in that order.
Frank Kalule and Mpagi also came on later, replacing George Kaddu and Kyeyune.
UPDF FC got the consolation through lanky forward Taban who had come on as a substitute. He headed home in 71st minute.
Coach Micho believes the match helped him in assessing the level of fitness of players.
“I am happy that we have had such a game to know where we stand. The first half performance was impressive with players like Moses Waiswa and Saidi Kyeyune doing well. That changed in the second half when we brought on guest players,” he stated.
“With many players released to go for FUFA Drum matches, we believe they will get the competitive aspect as we now switch focus to the regional tour game against Western on Tuesday.” Micho added.
The team currently in camp at Cranes Paradise Hotel, Kisasi is preparing for African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2022 Qualifiers.
Uganda will face the winner on aggregate between Somalia and Tanzania.
Uganda Cranes Starting XI
Nafian Alionzi, Hillary Onek, George Kaddu, Gift Fred, Walter Ochora, George Kasonko, Moses Waiswa, Saidi Kyeyune, Rogers Mato, Brian Mato, Derrick Ndahiro
Substitutes Emmanuel Kalyowa(GK), Abdallah Ssekandi, Hassan Ssenyonjo, Frank Ssebufu, Frank Kalule, Mpagi
Uganda Cranes preparation for the upcoming African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2022 Qualifiers entered day three with the team conducting double training sessions at Kampala Quality Primary School Playground.
Under the stewardship of Coach Milutin Sredojevic alias Micho, the first stages of training have dwelled on uplifting the fitness levels of the players.
Uganda will face either Somalia or Tanzania in the final qualification hurdle to the biennial showpiece that will be staged in Algeria early next year.
Uganda Cranes entered day two of training on Tuesday s preparations for African Nations Championship (CHAN) Qualifiers continue.
The team had a double training session at Kampala Quality Primary School Playground.
Rashid Kawawa and Idd Abdu Wahid joined the camp on day two, bringing the number of players currently at Cranes Paradise Hotel, Kisasi to 26.
Rashid Kawawa in training at Kampala Quality Primary School Playground.
The duo took part in both the morning and evening session.
Idd Abdu Wahid controls the ball in training.
It should be noted that players from KCCA FC and Vipers SC are yet to report with the latter preparation for CAF Champions League engagements. They will join the camp at a later date.
Training will continue on Wednesday with two sessions at the same venue.
Uganda is preparing for the upcoming CHAN 2022 Qualifiers where the Cranes will face either Somalia or Tanzania in the final qualification hurdle.
Forward Isma Mugulusi is delighted to be part of the National Team set up again after overcoming a long term injury.
The creative player has been out of action for more than a year after sustaining a knee injury.
After a successful operation in January this year, Mugulusi has been undergoing a recovery process to gain his full fitness.
Isma Mugulusi after undergoing an operation in Greece.
Currently part of the Uganda Cranes team preparing for African Nations Championship Qualifiers, the soft spoken forward indicates he is ready to play again.
“I thank the Almighty Allah for enabling me to return to my feet. I had a set back of a long-term injury but I managed to go through it mentally and physically and happy to be part of the National Team again.” He said.
Mugulusi was part of the Uganda U20 National Team that reached the final of the 2021 U20 Africa Cup of Nations.
Isma Mugulusi poses with an accolade for player of the match he got at the U20 AFCON tournament.
Uganda Cranes (Locally based players) are preparing to face either Somalia or Tanzania at the final qualification hurdle for CHAN 2022.
The Winner on aggregate will qualify for the final tournament slated for January 2013 in Algeria.
Uganda Cranes began preparations for the forthcoming TotalEnergies African Nations Championship Qualifiers on Monday.
The team entered residential camp at Cranes Paradise Hotel, Kisasi and later had a training session at Kampala Quality Primary School Playground.
Uganda Cranes warming up.
Coach Milutin Sredojevic alias Micho indicated the opening days will be about getting players to the best fitness levels.
Coach Milutin Sredojevic giving out instructions.
“We have held our first training session and it is important for us to start very early. Given the fact that we are in off season, we need to lift the fitness levels of players so that by the time we play, they are in perfect shape.”
The Coach also indicated that the team will later have friendly matches.
Kenneth Ssemakula (with the ball) in training.
“We shall continue training up to 15th August and then get some friendly matches to continue gauging the progress of the team.”
Uganda will play the winner between Somalia and Tanzania at the final qualification hurdle.
The first leg will take place between 26th -28th August while Uganda will host the return leg on 3rd September at St. Mary’s Stadium, Kitende.
Isma Mugulusi attempts to control the ball in training.
Uganda is seeking to play at the final tournament for a sixth time have featured in the previous five editions (2011, 2014, 2016, 2018 and 2020).
Uganda Cranes Head Coach Milutin ‘Micho’ Sredojevic has named a provisional squad of 40 players to embark on preparations for the 2022 TotalEnergies African Nations Championship Qualifiers.
The composition of the team has five goalkeepers, fifteen defenders, eight midfielders and twelve forwards.
Uganda will face either Somalia or Tanzania at the final qualification hurdle and the coach states there is need to start preparations early enough.
“Having in mind that Tanzania have a double header against Somalia with both games played in Dar es Salaam, chances are high that we will face Tanzania though I do not want to rule out the surprise element of football,” he started.
“With our target set at qualifying to the final tournament for the final tournament, we have to start preparing early enough.”
The team will enter residential camp at Cranes Paradise Hotel, Kisasi on Monday, 25th July 2022.
The gaffer explains that the team will have three phases of preparation, bearing in mind the domestic Leagues are yet to kickoff.
“Players are still in off season and that explains why we need to start preparing early. We shall have to break the arrangements in three aspects including fitness, match situation and competitive phase.” Indicated Micho.
Breakdown of preparations
25th July – Players reporting to camp.
25th July -15th August – Working on Fitness of players.
15th – 25th August – Match situation with practice games
27th August – 3rd September – Playing against either Somalia/Tanzania home and away
The coach confirmed that players summoned from Vipers SC will join the camp after their friendly game against Yanga FC.
“We are aware Vipers SC is preparing to represent Uganda on the continent and part of their preparations, they will play Yanga FC of Tanzania on 6th August. Therefore, we shall have the Vipers contingent after that game.”
The winner between Somalia and Tanzania will host Uganda between 26th -29th August.
The return leg will be played at St. Mary’s Stadium, Kitende with the winner on aggregate qualifying to the final tournament slated for January in Algeria.
TotalEnergies AFCON Qualifiers 2023 Matchday Two Uganda 1-1 Niger
Uganda Cranes settled for a point against Niger on Wednesday at St Mary’s Stadium, Kitende in the second game of Group F in the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers 2023.
Despite having a brilliant start and taking the lead in the first half, Uganda failed to hold onto the lead and eventually conceded a goal midway the second half.
Milton Karisa fired Uganda into the lead, two minutes before the break but the visitors fought back to salvage a point through Mahamadu Sabo.
Coach Milutin Sredojevic made three changes from the team that started against Algeria last week with Abdu Azizi Kayondo starting in left back position ahead of Isaac Muleme.
Fahad Bayo who didn’t travel to Algeria started upfront, while Bobosi Byaruhanga was selected ahead of Marvin Youngman and Allan Okello.
The first realistic chance of the game fell to Emmanuel Okwi in the tenth minute when he drifted off the left wing but his low drive was blocked.
Niger goalkeeper was forced to make two saves in quick succession, first denying Miya by tipping away Kayondo’s cross.
The shot stopper once again denied Miya when Bayo forced him into a mistake but he recovered to tame Miya’s effort.
The breakthrough came two minutes to the mandatory break when Karisa’s intended cross swerved into the back of the net.
In the second stanza, coach Micho called for changes, bringing on Kyambadde in place of Miya.
The other changes saw Okello replacing injured Karisa while Muhammad Shaban came on in place of Bayo in the 73rd minute.
Muleme also came on for Gavin Kizito Mugweri moments later.
The visitors found their equalizer 19 minutes to full-time when Sabo dazzled through Uganda’s backline before firing into the top right corner of goal.
The result means Uganda has a point in the opening two game. They will face Tanzania in a double header in the next window.
Uganda Cranes Head Coach Milutin ‘Micho Sredojevic has named the team that will start against Niger in the second group F game of the 2023 TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers at St Mary’s Stadium in Kitende on Wednesday.
The gaffer has made three changes from the team that lost 2-0 away to Algeria in the first game at July 15 1962 stadium.
Striker Fahad Bayo who missed the trip to Algiers is back in the squad and will shoulder the scoring burden.
Vipers Midfielder Bobosi Byaruhanga starts ahead of Allan Okello while Aziz Kayondo starts in left back position ahead of Isaac Muleme.
Youngster Gavin Kizito has been maintained at right back and will hope for a good outing in front of home fans.
Uganda has beaten Niger in both their last visits in Kampala – Ibrahim Ssekajja scored the lone goal in a 1-0 in 2008 while David Obua scored a hat-trick in a 3-1 win in 2007 at Namboole.
Uganda Cranes XI – Charles Lukwago, Gavin Kizito Mugweri, Aziz Kayondo, Halid Lwaliwa, Bevis Mugabi, Khalid Aucho, Bobosi Byaruhanga, Farouk Miya, Milton Karisa, Fahad Bayo Aziz, Emmanuel Okwi
Substitutes – Alionzi Nafian, Denis Otim, Muzamir Mutyaba , Marvin Youngman, Shaban Muhammad Jagason, Steven Sserwadda, Allan Okello, Allan Kyambadde, Isaac Muleme, Elvis Bwomono, Martin Kizza, Enock Walusimbi
TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers 2023 Matchday 1 Algeria 2-0 Uganda
Uganda made a false start to the 2023 TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers, losing 2-0 to a Algeria.
In the game played on Saturday at the July 5th 1962 Stadium, Uganda Cranes were subdued by the home side who scored a goal in either half.
Aissa Mandi found the opening goal in the 28th minute, scoring with his upper body from close range.
A minute later, Uganda had the chance to level matters when Khalid Aucho won a penalty after being pulled down in the area.
The resultant penalty was however missed by Faruku Miya who opted to shoot in the middle thus giving goalkeeper Mustafa Zeghba the chance to save.
Uganda looked an improved side in the second half with coach Milutin Sredojevic ringing several changes.
Skipper Emmanuel Okwi and Miya were withdrawn for Steven Sserwadda and Martin Kizza a few minutes after recess.
There were further changes with Hakim Kiwanuka, Derrick Kakooza and Bobosi Byaruhanga coming on in place of Allan Okello, Milton Karisa and Marvin Youngman.
With ten minutes to full-time, Algeria doubled their advantage through Youcef Belaili whose low drive hit the base of the post before finding its way to the back of the net.
Uganda will now shift focus to Wednesday’s clash against Niger at St. Mary’s Stadium, Kitende.
TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers 2023
Saturday, June 4th 2022 Algeria Vs Uganda – 10:00pm (EAT)
Uganda Cranes head coach Milutin ‘Micho’ Sredojevic has named the team to face Algeria in the first game of the 2023 TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers.
Uganda Cranes will seek to get off the mark on a positive note against the 2019 AFCON Champions at the 5 July 1962 Stadium in Algiers.
Charles Lukwago starts in goal with Gavin Kizito Mugweri and Isaac Muleme playing as the right and left backs respectively. The centre back pairing has Halidi Lwaliwa and Bevis Mugabi.
In a 4-3-3 system, the midfield trio has Khalid Aucho, Marvin Youngman and Allan Okello.
Skipper Emmanuel Okwi will play as the center forward, getting support from Milton Karisa and Faruku Miya.
Uganda Cranes Starting XI:
Charles Lukwago, Gavin Kizito, Isaac Muleme, Halidi Lwaliwa, Bevis Mugabi, Khalid Aucho, Joseph Marvin Youngman, Allan Okello, Milton Karisa, Faruku Miya, Emannuel Okwi
Substitutes
Alionzi (GK), Abdul Azizi Kayondo, Allan Kyambadde, Bobosi Byaruhanga, Elvis Bwomono, Enock Walusimbi, Hakim Kiwanuka, James Begisa, Derrick Kakooza, Martin Kizza, Muhammad Shaban, Steven Sserwadda
FUFA has confirmed the latest and improved financial benefits for the Uganda Cranes ahead of the opening two fixtures in the 2023 TotalEnergies AFCON Campaign.
The new figures cater for the match day allowances and bonuses for each team member (players and officals) as Uganda prepares to take on Algeria tonight in Algiers and Niger next week.
The latest development was communicated to the team last night by the FUFA President Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim via zoom.
The FUFA President addressed the entire contingent currently in Algiers for tonight’s AFCON Qualifier match with Algeria set to kick off at 10pm (EAT).
‘These are our new structures and we believe in motivating the entire team whenever on National team duty. We have improved on the remuneration and let the boys go and deliver for the country and fans. I am sure they will continue representing the Country with a lot of pride when they pull on the Uganda Cranes jersey. The latest figures cater for the two matches against Algeria and Niger’ noted the FUFA President.
The new figures indicate;
An increase of match day allowances from USD500 to USD750 per person on the team
Bonuses: Algeria vs Uganda on Saturday 4th June 2022
Away Draw: USD 1,000 (Before) to USD 3,000 (New) per person
Away win: USD 2,500 (Before) to USD 5,000 (New) per person
Bonuses: Uganda vs Niger Wednesday 8th June 2022
Home win: USD 2,000 (before) to USD 3,000 (New) per person
TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers Algeria vs Uganda Saturday, 4th June 2022 Kickoff: 10PM (EAT) July 5th 1962 Stadium
Uganda Cranes set foot in Algeria on Thursday, 2nd June 2022 ahead of the encounter against the Desert Foxes. This came on the back of a four-day training camp in Tunisia.
The team conducted its last training session on Friday at July 5th 1962 Stadium ahead of Saturday’s clash.
It should be noted that Uganda us in the same group with Algeria, Tanzania and Niger.
Below is a pictorial of the final preparations for the Uganda Cranes.
Players walk through the tunnel at July 5th 1962 Stadium.Allan Okello going for training.Uganda Cranes conducting their final training session before facing Algeria.Captain Emma Okwi and left back Issac Muleme.Arrival at July 5th 1962 Stadium.Abdul Aziizi KayondoKhalid Aucho (Left) having a chat with Bobosi ByaruhangaTraining at July 5th 1962 Stadium in Algiers.Marvin Youngman Goalkeeper Charles LukwagoUganda Cranes head coach Milutin Sredojevic, assistant coach Moses Basena and goalkeeping Coach Fred Kajoba praying.Fitness trainer Ram Nyakana MpuugaGoalkeeper Charles Lukwago
Defender Bevis Mugabi says that they will do everything to see the Uganda Cranes qualify for the 2023 TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast.
Mugabi is part of Milutin Micho Sredejovic’s Uganda Cranes squad camped in Tunisia ahead of the Group F qualification games against Algeria on June 4 and Niger on June 8.
The Motherwell defender wants to return to the continental showpiece after featuring in 2019 AFCON finals in Egypt where he helped Uganda reach the knockout.
“Qualifying for AFCON ultimately is the target, I don’t think any player came here as passengers and not to compete,” Mugabi said.
“For me personally, I want to play in Ivory Coast for the Africa Cup of Nations, we are ready, and we are going to do everything to make that happen.”
Blessed with excellent solidity, balance, vision and passing ability, Micho will bank on those strong attributes by Mugabi who can play both at the right and Centre of defence.
Mugabi featured in a practice match against Hammam Sousse, which the Cranes won 8-1.
“With the game yesterday, the manager was trying to get across the information he wants from us on Saturday’s game,” Mugabi said on Tuesday.
“It’s nice to have a friendly match with the team together a squad. And hopefully we go into Saturday’s game in good conditions.”
The team will have another practice match against Al Ahli Tripoli FC as coach Micho continues to fine tune his Army.
Algeria are the 2019 AFCON champions, and a big bunch of that squad still part of the Desert Warriors team that will face Uganda Cranes at the The 5 July 1962 Stadium.
Mugabi commented: “Everyone in the squad has good experience playing against different type of players and We are ready to go into Saturday’s game to compete.”
TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers 2023
Algeria vs Uganda 5th July 1962 Stadium, Algiers 4th June 2022
Uganda vs Niger St. Mary’s Stadium, Kitende 8th June 2022
Uganda Cranes camp has been boosted with the arrival of Allan Kyambadde and Allan Okello. The duo joined the rest of the team at their base in Tunisia.
Kyambadde plies his trade at El Ghouna in Egypt while Okello features for Algerian outfit AC Paradou.
Allan Okello stretching out.Allan Kyambadde all smiles during training in Tunisia.
The team is Tunisia for a four-day training camp and arrived in Tunis on Sunday morning before having a light training session later where both Okello and Kyambadde took part.
Uganda Cranes conducting the first training session in Tunisia.
It should be noted that Uganda Cranes contingent departed Entebbe International Airport on Saturday afternoon and had a stop over in Dubai, UAE before moving to Tunisia.
Uganda Cranes leaving Entebbe International Airport.Uganda Cranes head coach Milutin Sredojevic having a chat with National Teams Officer Paul Mukatabala.
Currently, the team is residing at Hotel is called Mouradi palace hotel Sousse Marina and will have a practice game against Hammam Sousse FC on Monday.
Uganda is preparing to face Algeria in the first game of the 2023 TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers with the game slated for 4th June 2022.
Four days later, Uganda will host Niger at St. Mary’s Stadium, Kitende
Squad Goalkeepers: Lukwago Charles and Nafian Alionzi
Outfield players Bevis Mugabi, Allan Okello, Allan Kyambadde, Elvis Bwomono, Aucho Khalid, Abdu Aziz Kayondo, Derrick Kakooza, Steven Serwadda, Kizito Mugweri Gavin, Lwaliwa Halid, Muleme Isaac, Walusimbi Enoch, Musa Ramathan, Hakim Kiwanuka, Byaruhanga Bobosi, Karisa Milton, Kizza Martin, Miya Faruku, Okwi Emmanuel, Begisa James Penz, Marvin Youngman Joseph Fahad Bayo and Jagason Muhammad Shaban.
Team Officials Mpiima Samuel – Leader of Delegation Sredojevic Milutin – Head Coach Basena Moses -Assistant Coach Kajoba Fred – Goalkeeping Coach Massa Geofrey -Team Manager Nakabago Emmanuel – Team Doctor Sewanyana Ivan – Physiotherapist Nyakana Ram – Fitness Coach. Balyejusa Ayub -Kits Manager Mulondo Samuel – Kits Manager Mutebi Julius – Media Officer Kindha Musa Shaka – FUFA Tv Production Lukambi Denis – FUFA Legal Manager Kacumu Stephen – Team Official Tamale Haruna – Team Official
