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  • CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup 2019: McKinstry makes two changes in the starting XI against Somalia

    CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup 2019: McKinstry makes two changes in the starting XI against Somalia

    CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup 2019

    Somalia Vs Uganda Cranes

    StarTimes Stadium Lugogo (4:00 pm)

    Uganda Cranes head coach Johnathan McKinstry has confirmed the starting XI for the second Group A match against Somalia in the CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup at the StarTimes Stadium Lugogo on Monday at 4:00pm.

    The Irish born tactician has made two tactical changes from the lineup that started against Burundi in the first game. Busoga United’s Joel Madondo makes his first start together with URA FC forward Joachim Ojera.

    KCCA goalkeeper Charles Lukwago maintained in the goalkeeping role.

    Vipers SC Paul Willa on the right-back, Mustafa Kizza on the left, John Revita and skipper Halid Lwaliwa in the central defense.

    URA FC Midfielder Shafiq Kagimu returns to his central midfield role.

    Proline FC player Bright Anukani and KCCA FC playmaker Allan Okello are the other offensive midfielders at the center of the park.

    Vipers SC striker Fahad Bayo will continue to lead the attacking force upfront alongside Joel Madondo of Busoga United.

    Five Uganda Cranes players Charles Lukwago, Paul Willa, Mustafa Kizza, John Revita, and Allan Okello were part of the team that won Somalia in the previous match against Somalia at Lugogo.

    The match was a CHAN 2020 Qualifier which ended 4-1 in favor of Uganda Cranes.

    Uganda Cranes Starting XI: Charles Lukwago (GK) (KCCA FC), Paul Willa (Vipers SC), Mustafa Kizza (KCCA FC), John Revita (KCCA FC), Halid Lwaliwa (Vipers SC), Shafiq Kagimu (URA FC), Bright Anukani (Proline FC), Allan Okello (KCCA FC), Joachim Ojera (URA FC), Fahad Bayo (Vipers SC), Joel Madondo (Busoga United)

    Subs: Joel Mutakubwa (GK) (Kyetume FC), Musitafa Mujuzi (Proline FC), Paul Mbowa (URA FC), Karim Watambala (Vipers SC), Steven Mukwala (Maroons FC), Muzamiru Mutyaba (KCCA FC), Viane Sekajugo (Wakiso Giants), Nicolas Kasozi (KCCA FC), Ben Ocen (Police FC)

  • CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup 2019: Uganda out-muscles Burundi to register opening day win

    CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup 2019: Uganda out-muscles Burundi to register opening day win

    CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup 2019:

    Group A

    Uganda 2-1 Burundi

    Somalia 0-0 Djibouti

    Uganda Cranes commenced the 2019 CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup expedition on a sound footing following a slim 2-1 victory over Burundi at the StarTimes Stadium Lugogo on Saturday evening.

    Proline FC Midfielder Bright Anukani opened up the scores for the home side in the 8th minute with a low shot on target after striker Fahad Bayo connected him with a headed pass.

    Striker Fahad Bayo strikes for Uganda a second goal against Burundi

    In the 21st minute, Fahad Bayo doubled the lead to make it 2-0 for Uganda Cranes before the break.

    Burundi pulled back in the second half with a consolation from the spot-kick in the 60th minute through Rurasenga Cedric Danny.

    Uganda Cranes would have added the third goal but Allan Okello’s shot hit the post in the 77th minute.

    Viane Sekajugo was in a good position to net the rebound but his effort went over the bar.

    Celebrations for Uganda Cranes players after the second goal

    ‘We were very much pleased with the first half and our players were implementing what we have practiced. All we wanted to do was working well in the first half. But the second we new Burundi would be aggressive but apart from the penalty, we conceded their other chances our opponents received as we did when quite a number of chances flashed away especially that of Sekajugo and Okello. It’s wasn’t good in the second half but still, we deserved the three points.’ Said Uganda Cranes head coach Johnathan McKinstry during a post-match interview.

    Allan Okello taking on Burundi player

    Uganda Cranes head coach made three tactical changes in the second half by bringing on KCCA midfielder Nicolas Kasozi for Shafiq Kagimu in the 69th minute.

    Then he called on a double change ten minutes later ; introducing Joackim Ojera and Muzamiru Mutyaba for Viane Sekajugo and Bright Anukani respectively.

    Fahad Bayo and Allan Okello lauching an attack in the game against Burundi

    The first game in group A between Somalia and Djibouti ended goal-less.

    Uganda Cranes XI: Charles Lukwago (GK), Paul Willa, Mustafa Kizza, John Revita, Halid Lwaliwa, Shafiq Kagimu (69′ Nicholas Kasozi), Bright Anukani (79′ Muzamiru Mutyaba), Allan Okello, Ben Ocen, Fahad Bayo, Viane Sekajugo (79′ Joackim Ojera)

    Subs Not Used: Joel Mutakubwa (GK), Musitafa Mujuzi, Paul Mbowa, Karim Watambala, Steven Mukwala, Joel Madondo

    MAIN PHOTO: Bright Anukani , Ben Ocen and Allan Okello celebrating the first goal for the Cranes

  • CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup 2019: McKinstry names starting XI against Burundi

    CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup 2019: McKinstry names starting XI against Burundi

    CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup 2019:

    Uganda Cranes Vs Burundi

    StarTimes Stadium Lugogo (4:00pm)

    Entrance Fees: 5000/= (Ordinary) & 30000/= (VIP)

    Uganda Cranes head coach Johnathan McKinstry has released the starting IX against Burundi in the CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup Group A match at the StarTimes Stadium Lugogo on Saturday at 4:00pm.

    KCCA FC Goalkeeper Charles Lukwago starts in goal. Paul Willa, Mustafa Kizza, John Revita and team captain Halid Lwaliwa are all in defence.

    Shafiq Kagimu, Bright Anukani and Allan Okello are part of the midfield department.

    Vipers SC striker Fahad Bayo leads the striking force together with Viane Sekajugo and Ben Ocen of Police FC.

    This is the second time Uganda is playing Burundi at the StarTimes Stadium this year.

    The first meeting happened two months ago in the CHAN Qualifiers game were Uganda Cranes won the encounter 3-0.

    Bayo, Okello, and Sekajugo who punished Burundi in CHAN are named in the starting list.

    Only two players Yusuf Ssozi (Police FC) and Mike Mutyaba (KCCA FC) are out of the squad that played against Burundi in CHAN Qualifier.

    Uganda Cranes Starting XI

    Charles Lukwago (GK) (KCCA FC), Paul Willa (Vipers SC), Mustafa Kizza (KCCA FC), John Revita (KCCA FC), Halid Lwaliwa (Vipers SC), Shafiq Kagimu (URA FC), Bright Anukani (Proline FC), Allan Okello (KCCA FC), Ben Ocen (Police FC), Fahad Bayo (Vipers SC), Viane Sekajugo (Wakiso Giants)

    Subs:

    Joel Mutakubwa (GK) (Kyetume FC), Musitafa Mujuzi (Proline FC), Paul Mbowa (URA FC), Karim Watambala (Vipers SC), Steven Mukwala (Maroons FC), Joel Madondo (Busoga United), Muzamiru Mutyaba (KCCA FC), Joachim Ojera (URA FC), Nicolas Kasozi (KCCA FC)

    MAIN PHOTO: Uganda Cranes local-based team in a team photo

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

  • Preview: Uganda Cranes ready for Burundi opener at 2019 Cecafa Senior Challenge Cup

    Preview: Uganda Cranes ready for Burundi opener at 2019 Cecafa Senior Challenge Cup

    CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup 2019

    7th -19th December

    Kampala – Uganda

    7th December:

    Somalia Vs Djibouti – 2 PM 

    Uganda Vs Burundi – 4 PM

    Uganda Cranes open up the CECAFA 2019 Senior Challenge Cup with a game against Burundi in group A at the Star Times Stadium, Lugogo on Saturday, 7th December.

    For starters, Group A also has three other countries; Somalia, Eritrea and Djibouti.

    After weeks of intensive training, the head coach Johnathan McKinstry named the final team of 20 players on Friday who will be used for the entire championship.

    The technical personnel talk to the players in talk session after training on Friday afternoon at Lugogo

    McKinstry warned the players against underrating the opponents and promised for the best showing in the tournament.

    ‘We are focused and determined to give our best performance. All the players are ready physically and mentally. Against Burundi, it is not the same game like we recently played against them in the CHAN 2020 qualifiers. This is a different game‘ McKinstry stated.

    Allan Okello takes on Burundi during the CHAN 2020 qualifiers at Lugogo in Kampala

    Head to Head against Burundi:

    In the last five CECAFA meetings, Uganda Cranes has managed to win 3 games, a draw and 1 loss since 2011.

    When both teams met in the previous CECAFA in 2017 in Kenya Uganda Cranes won 2-1 in a group match. In the same competition both teams shared spoil in a goalless draw during the knockout stage.

    The only win for Burundi against Uganda in CECAFA was the 1-0 victory that happened way back in December 2011 in Dar es Salaam Tanzania.

    However, Uganda Cranes and Burundi played each other in the CHAN 2020 Qualifiers were Burundi lost both legs on a 3-0 final score.

    The team was in charge of Abudallah Mubiru as an interim coach.

    Despite losing to the Uganda Cranes while working with Amavubi Stars of Rwanda in 2015 CECAFA final match, this is McKinstry’s first CECAFA Tournament with Uganda Cranes having joined Uganda Cranes at the end of October this year.

    Nevertheless, the Irish born coach is looking forward to maintain his record of not conceding a goal yet since joining Cranes.

    He has played 3 international matches (Ethiopia, Burkina Faso and Malawi) plus 2 regional tour games that have seen his side leaving the pitch without feeling the pain of conceding.

    Other games:

    The Cranes will face Somalia in the second game on Monday 9th December before playing against Eritrea and Djibouti on Wednesday 11th and Sunday 15th December respectively.

    Uganda Cranes players in a warm down session at Lugogo on the eve of the 2019 CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup tournament

    Final Squad:

    Goalkeepers: Charles Lukwago (KCCCA FC) and Joel Mutakubwa (Kyetume FC)

    Defenders: Paul Willa (Vipers SC), Mustafa Kizza (KCCA FC), John Revita (KCCA FC), Musitafa Mujuzi (Proline FC), Halid Lwaliwa (Vipers SC, Captain), Paul Mbowa (URA FC)

    Midfielders: Shafiq Kagimu (URA FC), Karim Watambala (Vipers SC), Nicolas Kasozi (KCCA FC), Bright Anukani (Proline FC), Muzamiru Mutyaba (KCCA FC)

    Forwards: Allan Okello (KCCA FC), Viane Sekajugo (Wakiso Giants), Joackim Ojera (URA FC), Ben Ocen (Police FC), Joel Madondo (Busoga United), Fahad Bayo (Vipers SC), Steven Mukwala (Maroons FC)

  • McKinstry names Uganda Cranes final squad for CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup

    McKinstry names Uganda Cranes final squad for CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup

    CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup

    7th -19th December 2019

    Kampala – Uganda

    Saturday 7th December 2019

    Djibouti vs Somalia-at StarTimes Stadium, Lugogo 1.30pm 

    Uganda vs Burundi- at StarTimes Stadium, 4pm

    Charges: 5,000/= and 30,000/= (for two matches)  

     

    Uganda Cranes Head Coach Johnathan McKinstry has named his final 20-man squad that will play for in the CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup starting from Saturday 7th – 19th December 2019.

    The selected players are all locally based and play their trade in the StarTimes Uganda Premier League.

    Vipers SC defender Halid Lwaliwa has been given the responsibility to lead the squad as the team Captain.

    ‘The decision of selecting the 20 plays was difficult. We have had 26 players in the previous days. Me and my coaches discussed for long to have the final list.  There is  so much talent within the squad. The six players who missed out are just unfortunate’ said McKinstry after naming the squad

    About Burundi:

    ‘We know that Burundi is going to prove to be tough opponents tomorrow. They are still wounded after the CHAN qualifier loss home and away. They may come to stop the record against us but all our players are ready for that‘  added McKinstry.

    Uganda Craes Final Squad for CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup 2019 

    Goalkeepers: Charles Lukwago (KCCCA FC) and Joel Mutakubwa (Kyetume FC)

    Defenders: Paul Willa (Vipers SC), Mustafa Kizza (KCCA FC), John Revita (KCCA FC), Musitafa Mujuzi (Proline FC), Halid Lwaliwa (Vipers SC) (Capt), Paul Mbowa (URA FC).

    Midfielders: Shafiq Kagimu (URA FC), Karim Watambala (Vipers SC), Nicolas Kasozi (KCCA FC), Bright Anukani (Proline FC), Muzamiru Mutyaba (KCCA FC)

    Forwards: Allan Okello (KCCA FC), Viane Sekajugo (Wakiso Giants), Joachim Ojera (URA FC), Ben Ocen (Police FC), Joel Madondo (Busoga United), Fahad Bayo (Vipers SC), Steven Mukwala (Maroons FC)

    Uganda Cranes is in Group A alongside Burundi, Somalia, Eritrea, and Djibouti.

    The opening match is against Burundi on Saturday 7th December at 4:00 pm at the StarTimes at Stadium Lugogo.

    The Cranes will face Somalia in the second game on Monday 9th December before playing against Eritrea and Djibouti on Wednesday 11th and Sunday 15th December respectively.

  • CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup 2019: New Changes for Venues of Opening day matches

    CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup 2019: New Changes for Venues of Opening day matches

    Opening Day matches- CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup 2019-Uganda

    • Uganda vs Burundi match moved back to Lugogo at 4pm on Saturday 7th December 2019
    • Djibouti vs Somalia now at Namboole Stadium at 1.30pm on Saturday 7th December 2019
    • All matches to be played on Saturday 7th December 2019

    CECAFA and the Local Organising Committee (LOC) of the two regional tournaments due to be held in Uganda starting this weekend have made latest changes with the venues to be used on the opening day of the men’s tournament.

    The latest developments are as below;

    • The opening day matches will be played on Saturday 7th December 2019
    • The match between Uganda Cranes and Burundi will now be played at StarTimes Stadium Lugogo with kick off set for 4.30pm. The fans will be charged 5,000/= (Ordinary ticket) and 30,000/= (Pavilion).
    • The match between Djibouti and Somalia will be hosted at Mandela National stadium at 1.30pm and not Wakisha grounds as earlier communicated.  The fans will watch this match FREE of charge.

    The latest communication surpasses any other communication that had earlier been shared with the public and other stakeholders.

     

    CECAFA and LOC Press Conference on Friday at FUFA House  

    CECAFA and the Local Organising Committee (LOC) will hold a press conference on Friday 6th December 2019 at FUFA House in Mengo.

    The Press conference will be addressed by the Ag. FUFA President Mr. Justus Mugisha, CECAFA Secretary General Mr. Nicholas Musonye and Chairman CECAFA LOC Mr. Darius Mugoye

    The Press conference will start at 10am.

    MAIN PHOTO: CECAFA Secretary General Mr. Nicholas Musonye 

  • CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup Preparations: Uganda Cranes edge Gaddafi in Practice Match

    CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup Preparations: Uganda Cranes edge Gaddafi in Practice Match

    PRACTICE MATCH: Gaddafi FC 0-2 Uganda Cranes

    Uganda Cranes CECAFA bound team has Defeated Jinja based Gaddafi FC 2-0 I a practice match played at the Kyabazinga Stadium in Jinja on Saturday Evening.

    Second-half substitute Fahad Bayo opened up the score with a free header inside the area in the 57th minute, thanks to a well-delivered cross from Ben Ocen who was also introduced I the second half.

    Uganda Cranes Player celebrating Fahad Bayo’s goal against Gaddafi FC

    Youngster Abdul Karim Watambala doubled the lead 7 minutes to time with another excellent header from Paul Willa’s Cross.

    The hosts got an opportunity to pull back a consolation but the effort from Bakari Magumba’s spot-kick in the 90th minute was saved by goalkeeper Said Keni.

    Uganda Cranes player Shafiq Kagimu in control of the midfield during the match agains Gaddafi

    ‘It was another step along in terms of our preparations. This was another part of our training program. Gaddafi was really up for the game and used a lot of energy that put us on pressure. The players did well today and everyone got some minutes of play. It has helped learn a few things on our players and I was pleased with the performance though we need to work on some other things that didn’t go well and it’s all good in terms of continuing our preparations for CECAFA.’ Said Uganda Cranes Head Coach Johnathan McKinstry after the Practice Match

    Younger Star Karim Watambala in action

    The team will continue with the preparation for CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup with training on Monday 2nd December at the StarTimes Stadium Lugogo.

    Uganda is in group A together with Burundi, Ethiopia, and Eritrea. The tournament will run from 7th – 19th December 2019 in Kampala

    Uganda Cranes Technical Bench

    Gaddafi IXFC Gadaffi IX

    Mujampani Paul (GK), Wako Ivan, Nazir Sserwada, Muyanga Isaac, Magumba Bakari, Kyeyune Umar, Ziraba Sharif, Mark Bamukyaye, Obere Ronald, Ronald Bithum, Nkolo Blaise

    Subs

    Okello Nalumonsi Consatino, Muzuni Brian, Kisige Derick, Wanyama Festo, Kyaterekera Hamis, Mukomba Davis

    Kityo Bruce Falahani

    Uganda Cranes IX

    Joel Mutakubwa (GK) (Kyetume), Ashraf Mandela (URA FC), Disan Galiwango (Express FC), Halid Lwaliwa (Vipers SC), Paul Mbowa (URA FC), Hassan Senyonjo (Wakiso Giants), Shafiq Kagimu (URA FC), Karim Watambala (Vipers SC), Steven Mukwala (Maroons FC), Viane Sekajugo (Wakiso Giants), Joachim Ojera (URA FC),

    Subs

    James Alitho (GK)(URA), Jack Komakeck (GK) (Football For Good),,Said Keni (GK)( (SC Villa), Paul Willa (Vipers SC), Ben Ocen (Police FC), Joel Madondo (Busoga United), Allan Kayiwa (Vipers SC), Fahad Bayo (Vipers SC).

  • Uganda Cranes Begins preparations for CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup

    Uganda Cranes Begins preparations for CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup

    CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup

    7th -19th December 2019

    Kampala – Uganda

    Uganda Cranes preparations for the forthcoming CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup has kicked off with a single training session at the StarTimes Stadium Lugogo on Wednesday Morning.

    Eighteen (18)  players turned up for the training that was conducted by head Coach Johnathan McKinstry and his assistants Abdallah Mubiru and Livingstone Mbabazi.

    URA’s Uganda Cranes forward Joachim Ojera during training

    KCCA FC and Proline FC players who still have league games did not take part in the training session as the decision was taken by the coach to excuse them from the session. They will report for training on 3rd December 2019.

    Abdu Karim Watambala was also not part of the team that trained on Wednesday because he is finalising with his examinations at St. Mary’s Kitende.

    ‘We have started our process of preparing for CECAFA tournament.  It is a tournament that we want to do well but it is part of our overall plan to develop a strong team for future tournaments. I have been with most of these players mainly during the previous regional tour and it is a great start’ said  Uganda Cranes Head Coach McKinstry

    Uganda Cranes Head Coach Johnathan McKinstry

    Training will resume on Thursday with one training session (9am) at StarTimes stadium, Lugogo.

    The team is preparing for the CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup to be hosted in Kampala from 7th– 19th December 2019.

    Maroons’ Uganda Cranes forward Steven Mukwala during training

    Players in training:

    Goalkeepers; James Alitho (URA), Joel Mutakubwa (Kyetume), Jack Komakeck (Football For Good) and Said Keni (SC Villa)

    Other players;

    Ashraf Mandela (URA FC), Paul Willa (Vipers SC), Disan Galiwango (Express FC), Paul Mbowa (URA FC), Halid Lwaliwa (Vipers SC), Hassan Senyonjo (Wakiso Giants), Ben Ocen (Police FC), Joachim Ojera (URA FC), Joel Madondo (Busoga United), Allan Kayiwa (Vipers SC), Shafiq Kagimu (URA FC), Fahad Bayo (Vipers SC), Steven Mukwala (Maroons FC), Vianny Sekajugo (Wakiso Giants)

  • Uganda Premier League Coaches to share technical sessions during Cranes Training

    Uganda Premier League Coaches to share technical sessions during Cranes Training

    • 2019 CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup in Uganda 7th-19th December
    • Uganda Cranes training  starts at 10am on Wednesday 27th November 2019 -Lugogo.
    • Uganda Premier League Coaches to share technical sessions during Cranes Training
    • 30man Squad summoned by Uganda Cranes coach Johnathan McKinstry

    The journey to create a legacy for highly qualitative coaches in the Country will continue when the Uganda Cranes training sessions resume on Wednesday at the StarTimes Stadium, Lugogo.

    FUFA,  through the Uganda Cranes Head Coach Johnathan McKinstry has made an arrangement for the StarTimes Uganda Premier League Coaches to attend the National Team’s training sessions ahead of the 2019 CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup as a step forward in sharing coaching skills with UEFA Pro Licensed McKinstry.

    The basic aim is for the local coaches to acquire collective tactical knowledge regarding football tactics at the pitch mainly during training.

    ‘One of the things that I spoke with members of the Association when I joined FUFA was creating a successful Uganda Cranes Team and also help to develop a legacy  for high-quality football coaching and development’ said McKinstry.

    ‘We have been looking for opportunities to engage with the local coaches in Uganda both in the Uganda Premier League and the FUFA Big League to help them take the next step in their careers’ added McKinstry

    ‘The CECAFA training sessions will be open to all UPL Coaches.  We shall provide them with our training plans that will show details of how to  structure the training sessions’  noted the Cranes tactician.

    Coaches that will attend Cranes training sessions will have the chance to discuss with the National team technical staff on how training sessions are planned. The group sessions that will involve Questions and answers, will be held at the end of the training session.

    This opportunity lands at a time when most of the UPL Clubs have covered all their first-round games exclusive of KCCAFC and Proline FC who had Continental Clubs Competition engagements.

    The training will start on Wednesday 27th November 2019  10am at the StarTimes Stadium Lugogo.

    MAIN PHOTO: Uganda Cranes Head Coach Johnathan McKinstry

  • McKinstry names preliminary Cranes squad for CECAFA Challenge Cup

    McKinstry names preliminary Cranes squad for CECAFA Challenge Cup

    2019 CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup in Uganda 

    7th – 19th December

    Kampala

    Uganda Cranes Head Coach Johnathan McKinstry has named a 30 man preliminary squad for the forthcoming 2019 CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup to be hosted by Uganda from 7th to 19th December.

    This provisional squad is composed of only home based players. Training starts on Wednesday, 27th November 2019 but KCCA FC, Proline FC and SC Villa players in the Squad will report after the completion of their clubs’ first round StarTimes Uganda Premier League matches on 3rd December 2019.

    The full provisional Squad

    FAMILY NAME

    Lukwago

    		 GIVEN NAME

    Charles

    		 CLUB

    KCCA FC
    Alitho James URA FC
    Mutakubwa Joel Kyetume FC
    Komakech Jack Football for Good
    Keni Saidi SC Villa
    Willa Paul Vipers SC
    Mandela Ashraf URA FC
    Kizza Mustafa KCCA FC
    Galiwango Disan Express FC
    Revita John KCCA FC
    Kato Samuel KCCA FC
    Lwaliwa Halid Vipers SC
    Mujuzi Musitafa Proline FC
    Mbowa Paul URA FC
    Kasozi Nicholas KCCA FC
    Kagimu Shafiq URA FC
    Ssenyonjo Hassan Wakiso Giants FC
    Mutyaba Muzamiru KCCA FC
    Watambala Karim Vipers FC
    Ntambi Kirizestom Wakiso Giants FC
    Okello Allan KCCA FC
    Anukani Bright Proline FC
    Ojera Joachim URA FC
    Ocen Ben Police FC
    Ssekajugo Viane Wakiso Giants FC
    Kayiwa Allan Vipers SC
    Madondo Joel Busoga United FC
    Bayo Fahad Vipers SC
    Mukwala Steven Maroons FC
    Lubega Edris Proline FC
  • Uganda Cranes in group A at 2019 Cecafa Senior Challenge Cup

    Uganda Cranes in group A at 2019 Cecafa Senior Challenge Cup

    • Cecafa senior challenge Cup 2019
    • December 7-19, 
    • To be Hosted in Uganda

    Uganda Cranes will play in Group A at the 2019 Cecafa men senior challenge cup tournament alongside Burundi, Ethiopia, and Eritrea in the group stages.

    Group B has DR Congo (guest country), South Sudan, Somalia and Sudan.

    In group C  is Kenya, Tanzania, Djibouti and Zanzibar.

    The tournament will run from 7th – 19th December 2019 in Uganda (Kampala).

    Group A

    • Uganda
    • Burundi
    • Ethiopia
    • Eritrea

    Group B

    • DRC Congo
    • Sudan
    • South Sudan
    • Somalia

    Group C

    • Kenya
    • Tanzania
    • Djibouti
    • Zanzibar
  • A successful ‘366 Back to Namboole with Cranes’ project in pictures

    A successful ‘366 Back to Namboole with Cranes’ project in pictures

    Uganda Cranes is top of the TOTAL Afcon 2021 qualifiers in group B following a well worked out 2-0 victory against Malawi Flames at the Mandela National Stadium, Namboole on Sunday, 17th November 2019.

    Emmanuel Arnold Okwi and Fahad Bayo netted the goals for Uganda, a momentous experience where the Cranes marked 366 days upon return to Namboole, since 17th November 2018 when Uganda Cranes beat Cape Verde 1-0 to seal a slot to the 2019 AFCON finals in Egypt.

    The magical lenses captured what transpired before, during and after the ‘366 Back to Namboole with Cranes’ trail.

    Faruku Miya leaves Malawi right back Stanley Sanudi on the ground
    The joy of scoring: Emmanuel Arnold Okwi celebrates the opening goal
    The CAF Flag
    Okwi dribbles the ball
    Allan Okello and Faruku Miya applaud the fans
    Emmanuel Arnold Okwi and Fahad Bayo celebrate the opening goal
    William Luwagga Kizito in action
    L-R: Johnathan McKinstry, Abdallah Mubiru, Charles Livingstone Mbabazi, Fred Kajoba, Alexander McCarthy and Geofrey Massa
    Uganda Cranes XI Vs Malawi: L-R (Standing) – Emmanuel Arnold Okwi, Joseph Benson Ochaya, Bevis Mugabi, Murushid Juuko, Khalid Aucho and Denis Onyango (Captain). Front Row: Aziz Fahad Bayo, William Luwagga Kizito, Faruku Miya and Nico Wakiro Wadada
    Uganda Flag

    Malawi Flag

    Faruku Miya beats Malawi’s Hellings Mhango Gabadinho and Gomezgani Chirwa
    Malawi technical members

     

    The Lets Celebrate CAF flag
    Uganda Cranes substitute players sing that national anthem
    Uganda Cranes captain Denis Onyango addresses the media after the match
    Team arrive moments before the pre-match customs and kick off
    Uganda Cranes captain Denis Onyango (second left) and the Malawi counterpart John Banda with the match officials before kick off
    Excited Uganda Cranes fans
    Faruku Miya and youngster Allan Okello share a light moment during the pitch inspection by the Uganda Cranes players
    Defender Murushid Juuko smiles as he disembarks from the team bus
    Emmanuel Arnold Okwi waves to the people who received the protocol team at the stadium
    Team captain alights from the team bus upon arrival at the Stadium from Protea Marriott Hotel, Skyz

     

    Fans carrying the treasured Black – Yello – Red Uganda Flags in the stands
    A section of fans in the Namboole stands with the 366 Back to Namboole with Cranes placards

    The game was organized by the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) in partnership with the Uganda Cranes main sponsors Airtel Uganda, key partners Nile Breweries Limited (under the Nile Special brand), Eco Bank, Bidco Uganda Limited (under White Star Magic), Bet Lion as well as the the management of Mandela National Stadium, Namboole and Uganda Police.

    PHOTO CREDITS: FUFA Communications Department

  • Uganda Cranes XI Vs Malawi: McKinstry confirms the starting charges

    Uganda Cranes XI Vs Malawi: McKinstry confirms the starting charges

    AFCON 2021 Qualifiers (Group B):

    Uganda Cranes Vs Malawi

    Mandela National Stadium, Namboole (4 PM)

    Live on 102.1 FUFA f.m

    Uganda Cranes XI (Shirt Numbers besides)

    Denis Onyango (GK, Captain ) 18, Nico Wadada 14, Bevis Mugabi 5, Joseph Ochaya 2, Murushid Juuko 4, Khalid Aucho 8, Mike Azira 23, Faruku Miya 17,Emmanuel Okwi 7, William Kizito 10 & Fahad Bayo 13.

    Subs: Robert Odongkara (GK) 1,Charles Lukwago (GK) 19, Isaac Muleme 20, Hassan Wasswa 16, Nicholas Kasozi 11, Timothy Awany 3, Halid Lwaliwa 15,Taddeo Lwanga 6, Allan Kyambadde 21, Patrick Kaddu 9 & Allan Okello 12

  • Press Conference: McKinstry, Onyango rally fans ahead of Uganda Cranes home game against Malawi

    Press Conference: McKinstry, Onyango rally fans ahead of Uganda Cranes home game against Malawi

    AFCON 2021 Qualifiers (Group B):

    Sunday, 17th November 2019:

    • Uganda Cranes Vs Malawi Flames
    • Mandela National Stadium, Namboole (4 PM)
    • Entry Fees: 20,000/= (Ordinary), 50,000/= (VIP) & 120,000/= (VVIP)

    *366 Back To Namboole With Cranes

    There are less than 24 hours before kick-off for the Uganda Cranes home game against Malawi in the TOTAL Afcon 2021 qualifiers at Mandela National Stadium on Sunday.

    The two countries will be battling each other in a group B clash, the second respective games for either side in the campaign.

    Uganda Cranes head coach Johnathan McKinstry, captain Denis Onyango as well as the Malawi head coach and captain addressed the media during a joint press conference held at Protea Marriot Hotel, Naguru on Saturday.

    Uganda Cranes head coach Johnthan McKinstry and captain Denis Onyango

    Both McKinstry and Onyango expressed the readiness to face Malawi before the home fans and openly expressed the need to pick up maximum points.

    Building from the away point earned away against Burkina Faso, Uganda Cranes faces Malawi with the urge to seek maximum points and lead the group.

    McKinstry and Onyango have also called upon the fans to be the 12th player in the stands as Uganda Cranes returns to Namboole after 366 days since the 1-0 win over Cape Verde.

    L-R: Denis Onyango, Johnthan McKinstry,, Meke Mwase, John Banda

    Quotes:

    Johnathan McKinstry, Uganda Cranes Head Coach

    We shall do what is required to get the points we need. We earned a point against Burkina Faso and playing at home against Malawi will completely be different. We want hungry players. Players who will fight for the shirt. It will be a difficult challenge against Malawi. It will be a tough encounter but we are ready for the best game. I have been looking forward my first game in Uganda. I expect an electric stadium. There is pressure to perform and we like it. We look forward the game. We expect a full backing from the fans. Alexis Bbakka and Abdul Lumala are great players and it is reason that made the squad will be missed but Uganda Cranes has a wide pool of talented and hungry for success players

    Johnthan McKinstry, Head Coach Uganda Cranes
    Denis Onyango, Uganda Cranes captain

    Denis Onyango, Captain Uganda Cranes

    The Uganda Cranes players are hungry for success and to perform. Even Messi and Ronaldo who are the best players are still hungry for more. Even us, the Uganda Cranes players are still yearning for more glory. We managed to get a point away from Burkina Faso which was a great plus. That is now behind us. The focus is now against Malawi. We played against them last year and it was a goalless draw. It is a different game now. We have the fire power now. We need to win our home games. We need more, we are more hungry players.

    John Banda (Captain Malawi) with Denis Onyango
  • TOTAL Afcon 2021 Qualifiers: Uganda Cranes Earn Deserved Point away against Burkina Faso

    TOTAL Afcon 2021 Qualifiers: Uganda Cranes Earn Deserved Point away against Burkina Faso

    AFCON 2021 Qualifiers (Group B):

    • Burkina Faso 0-0 Uganda Cranes
    • Malawi 1-0 South Sudan

    Uganda Cranes fought gallantly for a precious away point during the goal-less draw with Burkina Faso during the AFCON 2021 group B qualifier at the Stade Du 4 Aout in Ouagadougou on Wednesday night.

    It necessitated collective display right from players, the technical department, FUFA administration to the 13th man keenly following the game to earn the point away from home.

    Left back Johnson Benson Ochaya had an early goal-line clearance before captain Denis Onyango was called upon to make routine collections and tame goal bound moments.

    Abdul Lumala, Farouk Miya, Emmanuel Arnold Okwi and Patrick Henry Kaddu all troubled the opposition backline which remained solid.

    In the second half, Uganda Cranes had the best scoring moment when Okwi headed onto the cross bar a curling corner kick by Miya.

    Johnathan McKinstry and the technical team called for all the three mandatory changes as the game progressed.

    Nico Wakiro Wadada was introduced for Bevis Mugabi at right back.

    Patrick Henry Kaddu was rested for Isaac Muleme and later on Alexis Bbakka got introduced for Miya.

    The team is now second in group B with a point, same like Burkina Faso. Malawi leads the standings with three points following their 1-0 victory earlier over South Sudan.

    Team captains with the match officials prior to kick off

    ‘We had the fight and desire in the match against Burkina Faso. It is one pointed and we need to maintain doing this to earn on the road. We are now going back home and look forward that home game against Malawi at Namboole Stadium on Sunday, 17th November 2019. We call upon the fans to come and fill up the stadium’ McKinstry noted after the game.

    Focus and action will quickly swing to the next game on Sunday, 17th November 2019 at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole against Malawi in a duel that has been dubbed “366 Back To Namboole with Cranes”.

    The delegation in Burkina Faso will fly back home on Thursday, 14th November 2019 aboard the chartered flight on Uganda Airlines.

    Uganda Cranes XI Vs Burkina Faso

    Uganda Cranes XI:

    Denis Onyango (GK, Captain), Bevis Mugabi (Nico Wakiro Wadada), Joseph Benson Ochaya, Timothy Denis Awany, Murushid Juuko, Khalid Aucho, Mike Azira, Faruku Miya (Alexis Bbakka),Emmanuel Arnold Okwi, Abdul Lumala, Henry Patrick Kaddu (Isaac Muleme)

    Subs Not Used: Robert Odongkara (GK),Charles Lukwago (GK),  Hassan Wasswa, Halid Lwaliwa,Taddeo Lwanga, William Kizito, Allan Kyambadde, Fahad Bayo, Allan Okello

    Burkina Faso XI

    Burkina Faso XI:

    Adama Sawadogo (GK), Steeve Yago, Edmond Tapsoba, Issoufou Dayo, Yacouba Coulibaly, Charles Kabore, Bryan Boulaye Dabo, Jonathan Pitroipa, Eric Traore, Cyrille Bayala, Lassina Traoré

    Some of the Uganda Cranes fans in Ouagadougou
  • TOTAL Afcon 2021 Qualifiers: Uganda Cranes XI Vs Burkina Faso

    TOTAL Afcon 2021 Qualifiers: Uganda Cranes XI Vs Burkina Faso

    TOTAL Afcon 2021 Qualifiers (Group B):

    Wednesday, 13th November 2019 – Burkina Faso Vs Uganda Cranes

    At Stade 4 Aout, Ouagadougou (LIVE on 102.1 FUFA f.m) – 10 PM

    Uganda Cranes head coach Johnathan McKinstry has confirmed the starting XI to face Burkina Faso on Wednesday night at the Stade 4 Aout in Ouagadougou City.

    Denis Onyango, the team captain starts in goal. Bevis Mugabi at right and Joseph Ochaya at left back.

    The pairing of Timothy Awany and Murushid Jjuuko will play in central defence.

    The midfield has US based Mike Azira, Khalid Aucho, Abdul Lumala and Faruku Miya.

    Emmanuel Arnold Okwi and Patrick Kaddu are the forwards on the team.

    On the substitutes’ bench are two goalkeepers in Robert Odongkara and Charles Lukwago.

    Other players are; Nico Wadada, Isaac Muleme, Hassan Wasswa, Halid Lwaliwa,Taddeo Lwanga, William Luwagga Kizito, Alexis Bakka, Allan Kyambadde, Fahad Bayo and Allan Okello.

    Uganda Cranes will play the second game on Sunday, 17th November 2019 at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole against Malawi in a duel that has been dubbed “366 Back To Namboole with Cranes”.

    Uganda Cranes XI:

    Denis Onyango (GK, Captain), Bevis Mugabi, Joseph Benson Ochaya, Timothy Denis Awany, Murushid Juuko, Khalid Aucho, Mike Azira, Faruku Miya,Emmanuel Arnold Okwi, Abdul Lumala, Henry Patrick Kaddu

    Subs: Robert Odongkara (GK),Charles Lukwago (GK), Nico Wadada, Isaac Muleme, Hassan Wasswa, Halid Lwaliwa,Taddeo Lwanga, William Kizito, Alexis Bakka, Allan Kyambadde, Fahad Bayo, Allan Okello

  • Match Officials for Uganda, Malawi encounter named

    Match Officials for Uganda, Malawi encounter named

    Total Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers 2021

    • Group B| Match Day Two
    • Uganda Vs Malawi  
    • Mandela National Stadium
    • Sunday, 17th November 2019 4:00 PM

    Confederation of African Football (CAF) has appointed match officials that will take charge of Uganda versus Malawi encounter at Mandela National Stadium on Sunday, 17th November 2019.

    The Cranes will take on The Flames of Malawi on Sunday in the matchday two games of the 2021 Total Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers.

    The referees appointed come from Sudan and will arrive in the country on Friday evening aboard Ethiopian Airlines – ET 333.

    Centre referee is Mahmood Ali Mahmood Ismail and will work with Omer Hamid Mohamed Ahmed and Abdelgabar Mohamed Abdelgabar as the first and second assistant referee respectively.

    The fourth official is Elsiddig Mohamed Eltreefe who also comes from Sudan.

    The referees’ assessor, Yohannes Ghirmai comes from Eritrea while the match commissioner, Aimable Habimana is from Burundi.

    Uganda is in group B alongside South Sudan, Malawi, and Burkina Faso.

    Match Officials

    • Centre referee – Mahmood Ali Mahmood Ismail
    • First assistant referee – Omer Hamid Mohamed Ahmed
    • Second assistant referee – Abdelgabar Mohamed Abdelgabar
    • Fourth official –  Elsiddig Mohamed Eltreefe
    • Referees’ assessor – Yohannes Ghirmai
    • Match commissioner – Aimable Habimana 

    MAIN PHOTO: Uganda Cranes players lining up during an International Friendly against Ethiopia

  • Uganda vs Malawi: FUFA, Airtel make arrangement for fans to buy discounted tickets via Airtel Money

    Uganda vs Malawi: FUFA, Airtel make arrangement for fans to buy discounted tickets via Airtel Money

    Total Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers 2021

    • Group B| Match Day Two
    • Uganda Vs Malawi
    • Mandela National Stadium
    • Sunday, 17th November 2019 4:00 PM

    Fans can buy tickets via Airtel Money

    Tickets purchased via Airtel Money come at a discounted price of 15,000/=

    The build-up to Uganda’s first home game in a space of one year is full of anxiety and eagerness as fans will want to throng Mandela National Stadium on Sunday as the Cranes take on the Malawi Flames.

    It will be exactly one year on Sunday since the Cranes last played at home and this is the reason behind the campaign “366 Back to Namboole with the Cranes”

    In a bid to have fans come in big numbers of Sunday, FUFA and Cranes’ main sponsors Airtel has come up with an arrangement for fans to purchase matchday tickets online (Airtel Money).

    While addressing the media on Wednesday, Rogers Byamukama, the chairman marketing, and communication at FUFA revealed that the tickets purchased on Airtel Money will come at a discounted price of Ush. 15,000.

    ‘FUFA together with Uganda Cranes’ main sponsors Airtel are fully aware that there are fans who always find it hard to go to ticket selling outlets but they can use mobile money means to buy the tickets. The beauty of this arrangement is the tickets bought online come at a discounted fee of fifteen thousand shillings.’ He said.

    Rogers Byamukama FUFA Marketing and Communications Chairman

    How to buy a ticket via Airtel Money?

    Airtel customers can purchase match day tickets by dialing *185*4#

    A message confirming the purchase of ticket(s) will be sent to the customer and it is that message that will be required at the stadium.

    Mr. Byamukama explained that there will be a designated point adjacent to the stadium main gate where the verification process will be made and upon confirmation, the fans will be given tickets to access the stadium.

    Uganda is in group B alongside Malawi, South Sudan, and Burkina Faso.