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  • CBE, JKT Queens reach CAF Women’s Champions League CECAFA Zonal Qualifiers final

    CBE, JKT Queens reach CAF Women’s Champions League CECAFA Zonal Qualifiers final

    The final for this year’s CAF Women’s Champions League CECAFA Zonal Qualifiers is confirmed following the semifinal games on Sunday.

    In the games played at FUFA Technical Centre,Njeru, CBE FC from Ethiopia and JKT Queens FC of Tanzania secured slots in the final.

    JKT Queens overcome BUJA Queens in a fiercely contested game while CBE had to score a late equalizer and score the winner in extra time to reach the final.

    The first game of the day was physical and JKT Queens had to come from a goal down to win 3-1.

    Toepistar Situma fired BUJA Queens in the lead just eleven minutes after kickoff.

    They had several chances and actually could have killed off the game at halftime lacked efficiency in front of goal.

    The game eventually changed after recess and JKT Queens were dominant.

    Goals from Abdallah Stumai, Donisia Minja and Gerald Winifrida meant the Tanzanian outfit stormed the final.

    In the second semifinal, Vihiga Queens had to rue the numerous chances wasted especially in the first half.

    Bertha Omita scored ten minutes into the second half but the Ethiopians were able to find a stoppage time equalizer through captain Loza Abera to send the game into extra time.

    With renewed energy, CBE FC went ahead to find the winner five minutes into extra time with Aregash Tadesse scoring a wonderful goal.

    The final between CBE FC and JKT Queens FC will be played on Wednesday next week but this will be preceded by a third place playoff between Vihiga Queens FC and BUJA Queens FC.

  • CAF Women’s Champions League Qualifiers: CBE, BUJA Queens complete semifinal puzzle

    CAF Women’s Champions League Qualifiers: CBE, BUJA Queens complete semifinal puzzle

    The group stage of the ongoing CAF Women’s Champions League CECAFA Zonal Qualifiers successfully came to a climax on Thursday with two fixtures from Group A.

    The games played at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru confirmed the last two semifinalists.

    CBE FC from Ethiopia and BUJA Queens FC from Burundi won their respective final group game to secure progress to the last four.

    In the first game, CBE FC made light work of Yei Joint Stars FC from South Sudan, winning the game 4-0.

    Ariet Odong and captain Loza Abera scored in the first half before Senayt Bogale and substitute Mesay Temsegen added a goal each in the second half.

    The win meant, CBE FC finished top of Group A on ten points from four games.

    BUJA Queens FC had to dig deep to edge resilient FAD FC from Djibouti. The game looked easy on paper but the latter put up a remarkable performance to frustrate the Burundi outfit.

    It took 74 minutes for defender Ruth Ingosi to break the deadlock and fire BUJA Queens into the lead.

    FAD FC however did not give up and found the equalizer, five minutes from time though Nadia Nour.

    However, their delight lasted only three minutes before Teopistar Situma found the winner for BUJA Queens FC.

    The win saw them take the second place with nine points, two above hosts Kampala Queens FC.

    BUJA Queens FC and CBE FC therefore join Vihiga Queens FC and JKT Queens FC from Group A as the semifinalists.

    JKT Queens from Tanzania topped Group A with nine points and will face BUJA Queens FC while Vihiga Queens FC who settled for second place will take on Group A leaders CBE FC.

    The semifinal games will be played on Sunday while the final will be played on Wednesday next week.

    It should be noted that the Champion will represent CECAFA region at the finals of this year’s CAF Women’s Champions League in Ivory Coast later this year.

  • Development of players: FUFA Executive approves updated regulations for immediate implementation

    Development of players: FUFA Executive approves updated regulations for immediate implementation

    FUFA has issued Circular No. 1173 concerning regulations for development of players in line with the FUFA Hattrick for the next five years under the federation’s Technical Plan.

    Following extensive consultations with stakeholders, the FUFA Executive Committee has now approved the release of updated regulations for immediate implementation.

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    The FUFA Deputy CEO Decolas Kiiza confirmed the latest development in a circular issued on Thursday evening;

    ‘FUFA wishes to thank all stakeholders that have effectively participated in the consultations and sharing feedback during the process of coming up with the final and updated regulations concerning development of players’

    The regulations will be applied with immediate effect. 

  • CAF Women’s Champion League CECAFA Zonal Qualifiers 2023: BUJA stun Kampala Queens as CBE run riot against hapless FAD

    CAF Women’s Champion League CECAFA Zonal Qualifiers 2023: BUJA stun Kampala Queens as CBE run riot against hapless FAD

    Matchday Two of the ongoing CAF Women’s Champions League CECAFA Zonal Qualifiers began on Tuesday with two exciting games.

    In the Group A games played at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru, BUJA Queens edged Kampala Queens while Commercial Bank of Ethiopia (CBE) obliterated FAD FC from Djibouti.

    The first game game saw hosts Kampala Queens get stunned by Burundi’s BUJA Queens who won 2-1.

    Teopistar Situma scored a goal in either half to single handedly guide BUJA Queens to their first win.

    The consolation for the Queens of Soccer came from substitute Elizabeth Nakigozi in the 83rd minute but it was a little too late for the hosts to stage a comeback.

    The result means both BUJA Queens and Kampala Queens are level on three points while CBE lead the table on six points.

    CBE defeated FAD with an 8-0 win thanks to goals from Senafu Wakuma (brace), Ariet Odong (brace), Aregash Tadesse, Loza Abera, Birra Etsegenet and Nardos Getenet.

    Games in Group A will resume on Friday with Yei Joint Stars taking on FAD FC while CBE FC will face Kampala Queens FC.

    Group B will have matchday two games played on Wednesday at MTN-Omondi Stadium,Lugogo with AS Kigali playing Vihiga Queens while New Generation FC will face JKT Queens.

  • CAF Women’s Champions League CECAFA Zonal Qualifiers 2023: Vihiga, JKT register comeback wins to take early lead in Group B

    CAF Women’s Champions League CECAFA Zonal Qualifiers 2023: Vihiga, JKT register comeback wins to take early lead in Group B

    Vihiga Queens and JKT Queens from Kenya and Tanzania respectively began their journey at this year’s CAF Women’s Champions League Qualifiers with victory.

    The aforementioned teams secured maximum points in the Group B games of the CECAFA Zonal Qualifiers played at MTN-Omondi Stadium on Sunday.

    Coincidentally, both teams had to come from a goal down to secure victory.

    In the first game, Vihiga Queens had to overcome an early scare from Zanzibar’s New Generation to win 3-1.

    Amina Hemed put New Generation into the lead 14 minutes after kickoff. She rounded off goalkeeper Ruth Aturo before firing into an empty net.

    Vihiga Queens however found the equalizer through Winnie Babirye in the 34th minute.

    The Kenyan Champions scored twice in the second half with goal coming from Ruth Kashoka and a penalty by Martha Amunyolet.

    In the second game, JKT Queens won 2-1 courtesy of goals from Abdallah Athuman Situma and Ally Bilali Donisia.

    Diane Nyirandagimana’s early goal for AS Kigali eventually settled for a consolation goal.

    Action in Group B will resume on Wednesday with JKT Queens playing New Generation while AS Kigali will face Vihiga Queens FC.

  • CAF Women’s Champions League CECAFA Zonal Qualifiers 2023: Kampala Queens, CBE set pace in Group A

    CAF Women’s Champions League CECAFA Zonal Qualifiers 2023: Kampala Queens, CBE set pace in Group A

    The CAF Women’s Champions League Qualifiers for the CECAFA region officially got underway on Saturday with Group A action at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.

    Hosts Kampala Queens FC made their intentions clear by demolishing Yei Joint Stars FC in one of the Group A games played.

    The Queens of Soccer had striker Fazila Ikwaput to thank on the day, she scored all the three goals to guide them to a 3-0 win.

    Ikwaput opened the scores in the 13th minute with a left footed effort.

    She went ahead to get her second on the day moments later and Kampala Queens led 2-0 going into the break.

    The lethal forward completed her hat trick in the 67th minute reacting quickest to fire home after Yei’s goalkeeper had saved an initial effort from Shamirah Nalugya.

    The win gives Kampala Queens an early lead in Group A with a better goal difference ahead of second placed Commercial Bank of Ethiopia (CBE) who won 2-1 against Burundi’s BUJA Queens.

    In the opening game of the tournament, CBE had to come from a goal down to secure all three points.

    Kenyan forward Teopistar Situma gave BUJA Queens an early lead, scoring in the tenth minute.

    However, a rejuvenated performance in the second half saw CBE overturn the game.

    Aregash Tadesse found the equaliser before captain Loza Abera got the winning goal 16 minutes from time.

    Action in Group A will resume on Tuesday next week with Kampala Queens playing BUJA Queens while FAD FC from Djibouti will take on CBE FC.

    Group B that is hosted at MTN Omondi Stadium will start on Sunday with Vihiga Queens from Kenya taking Zanzibar’s New Generation FC while AS Kigali will play Tanzania’s JKT FC.

  • CECAFA U18 Women’s Championship: Coach Ayub Khalifa picks positives despite settling for second place

    CECAFA U18 Women’s Championship: Coach Ayub Khalifa picks positives despite settling for second place

    Uganda U18 Women’s National Team settled for second place at CECAFA U18 Women’s Championship that came to an end on Friday at Azam Complex in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

    The 1-0 loss to Tanzania on the final day consequently meant the title went to the hosts with Uganda coming second.

    Despite failure to clinch the trophy, head coach Ayub Khalifa Kiyingi moves out of the tournament with his head high given the several positives registered.

    “It is disappointing that we could not finish on a high. Our target was definitely to win the Championship,” he started.

    “However, I am proud of the work we have done here. I’m grateful to the players who kept improving every other game.”

    The coach also adds that the tournament has helped to inject more minutes into the legs of players ahead of the FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers.

    “The main intention to play here was to prepare for the World Cup Qualifiers that will come later this year. I believe the players have benefited a lot and hopefully, we will continue to make progress.” He indicted.

    It should be noted that the inaugural CECAFA U18 Women’s Championship had five teams namely Tanzania, Uganda, Ethiopia, Burundi and Zanzibar competing in a round robin format.

    The team is expected to return to the country on Sunday.

  • CECAFA U18 Women’s Championship: Uganda aims for glory as they face hosts Tanzania

    CECAFA U18 Women’s Championship: Uganda aims for glory as they face hosts Tanzania

    Uganda U18 Women’s National Team will be going for honours as they take on hosts Tanzania on the final day of the CECAFA U18 Women’s Championship.

    The two nations come into Friday’s game level on points, having won all their three games played so far.

    However, Uganda has a slight advantage with goal difference having scored eleven goals compared to Tanzania’s six.

    Therefore, a draw can be enough to see Uganda over the line but coach Ayub Khalifa Kiyingi indicates his charges are going for all three points.

    “We are not coming to fight for a point but three. We know what is at stake but all our focus is geared towards winning the final game.” He said.

    Kiyingi believes either side has the ability to take the day but he is oozing with confidence that his troops will execute the work at hand.

    “Tanzania is a good team and they will definitely have home support but I know my girls are focused and ready for the battle.”

    Uganda opened the tournament with a 1-0 win over Ethiopia, defeated Zanzibar 3-0 in the second game before obliterating Burundi 7-0 in the penultimate game.

  • CECAFA U18 Women’s Championship: Uganda reach seventh heaven in clean out victory over Burundi

    CECAFA U18 Women’s Championship: Uganda reach seventh heaven in clean out victory over Burundi

    Uganda U18 Women National Team was in ruthless mood on Tuesday as they faced Burundi in their penultimate game of the ongoing CECAFA U18 Women’s Championship.

    A blistering performance saw Uganda defeat Burundi 7-0 to gain advantage in the title race.

    Kamiyat Naigaga and second half substitute Shamsa Najjuma orchestrated the damage on Burundi, scoring a brace each.

    The other goals came from Agnes Nabukenya, Allen Nassaazi and captain Phiona Nabulime.

    The win took Uganda top of the table on goal difference ahead of hosts Tanzania.

    Uganda and Tanzania have won three games each and the final match on Friday where they face off will determine the winner.

    Uganda has scored eleven goals at the tournament so far compared to Tanzania’s six.

    Therefore, a draw against Tanzania on Friday will be enough to get Uganda over the line and clinch the Championship.

  • CECAFA U18 Women’s Championship: Uganda seek to keep perfect run intact against Burundi

    CECAFA U18 Women’s Championship: Uganda seek to keep perfect run intact against Burundi

    Uganda U18 Women National Team will go into Tuesday’s game against Burundi seeking to keep their brilliant run so far.

    The Junior team has registered two wins in as many games and victory against Burundi tomorrow will set up a title decider against hosts Tanzania in the final game.

    It should be noted that Tanzania has won three games and their final game is against Uganda on Friday.

    Therefore, the onus is Uganda to keep within the title path and head coach Ayub Khalifa Kiyingi is well aware of the permutations.

    “We have rested enough since we last played and this has given us enough time to work on the grey areas. Therefore, as we go into the game against Burundi, we hope for the best because victory gives us a chance to go into the final game against Tanzania with fate in our hands.” He said.

    Kiyingi also states that they have tried to work on the mentality of the players so that they remain focused.

    “Staying in one place for a longtime brings mental fatigue but we have tried to keep the players focused on our mission and they have so far responded positively.”

    Uganda opened her campaign with a 1-0 win over Ethiopia before securing a 3-0 victory against Zanzibar.

    With two games to play, the target for the team is to win the Championship and that means winning both games.

  • CECAFA U18 Women’s Championship: Uganda dispatch Zanzibar for second win

    CECAFA U18 Women’s Championship: Uganda dispatch Zanzibar for second win

    Uganda U18 Women’s Championship extended their perfect start at the 2023 CECAFA U18 Women’s Championship, securing a second win in as many games.

    A spirited performance saw Uganda secure a 3-0 win over Zanzibar at Azam Complex on Thursday.

    It should be noted that Uganda had nicked a hard fought 1-0 win against Ethiopia.

    In today’s game, Brenda Munyana, Agnes Nabukenya and captain Phiona Nabulime scored a goal each to guide the team to victory.

    The first half had limited scoring opportunities but the team improved a lot after recess after the coach making some changes.

    Allen Nassazi, Patricia Naiga and Monica Nannono all came in after the break.

    The breakthrough came in the 63rd minute with Munyana firing home from close range.

    Two minutes later, Nabukenya doubled the lead before captain Nabulime put the icing on the cake with a strike from the spot.

    Victory means Uganda has two wins in as many games with two games to play (against Burundi and Tanzania).

    It should be noted that the Championship is played in a round robin format with five teams taking part namely Tanzania, Uganda, Zanzibar, Burundi and Ethiopia.

    The team with most points at the end will emerge the Winners.

    Uganda’s Starting XI
    Sharon Kaidu (GK), Sharifa Nakimera, Patricia Nanyanzi, Patience Nabuloobi, Desire Kaitisi Natooro, Kulusum Namutebi, Phiona Nabulime, Agnes Nabukenya, Kamiyat Naigaga, Brenda Munyana, Shamsa Najjuma.

  • CECAFA U18 Women: Uganda edges Ethiopia to win opening match in Tanzania

    CECAFA U18 Women: Uganda edges Ethiopia to win opening match in Tanzania

    Uganda U18 Women National Football Team had a good start to the CECAFA U18 Women’s Championship, edging Ethiopia in their first game.

    In the game played on Tuesday at Azam Complex in Dar es Salaam, Uganda knicked a hard fought 1-0 win.

    The game was closely contested with either side having scoring opportunities.

    However, it was second half substitute Allen Nassazi who tucked home the all important goal of the day.

    The forward who plies her trade at Kawempe Muslim replaced Shamsa Najjuma in the 63rd minute and five minutes later, she was on target.

    A long pass from goalkeeper Sharon Kaidu went past Ethiopian defenders and Nassazi made a perfect run to fire into the bottom right corner.

    Despite Ethiopia stepping up efforts in the closing stages, Uganda proved resilient and held on to secure maximum points.

    The win means Uganda end the first day of the Championship in second place behind hosts Tanzania who defeated Burundi 3-0 in the opening game.

    Uganda will return to action on Friday against Zanzibar.

    It should be noted that the Championship is played in a round robin format with five teams taking part namely Tanzania, Uganda, Zanzibar, Burundi and Ethiopia.

    The team with most points at the end will emerge the Winners.

    Uganda’s Starting XI
    Sharon Kaidu (GK), Sharifa Nakimera, Patricia Nanyanzi, Patience Nabuloobi, Desire Kaitisi Natooro, Kulusum Namutebi, Phiona Nabulime, Agnes Nabukenya, Kamiyat Naigaga, Brenda Munyana, Shamsa Najjuma

  • CECAFA U18 Women’s Championship: Uganda U18 Women’s National Team final squad named

    CECAFA U18 Women’s Championship: Uganda U18 Women’s National Team final squad named

    Uganda U18 Women’s National Team head coach Ayub Khalifa Kiyingi has named the final squad for the upcoming CECAFA U18 Women’s Championship.

    The gaffer confirmed a squad comprised of 20 players that will feature at the regional championship that starts on 25th July and will run up to 3rd August in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

    The team will travel to Tanzania on Sunday morning (2:45AM) aboard Ethiopian Airlines with FUFA Executive Committee Member Agnes Mugena as the Leader of Delegation.

    The team has had several practice games this week with the latest coming on Saturday against FUFA Women Super League Champions Kampala Queens and it ended in a goalless draw at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.

    The Championship will have five teams competing including Uganda, hosts Tanzania, Ethiopia, Burundi and Zanzibar with games played in a round robbin format.

    Travelling Squad
    Goalkeepers
    Bridget Nansamba (Rines SS WFC), Sharon Norah Kaidu (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC), Cecilia Kamuli (FC Tooro Queens)

    Defenders
    Patricia Nakato Nanyanzi (Rines SS WFC), Sharifah Nakimera (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Patience Nabulobi (Kampala Queens FC), Charity Katusiime (Taggy High School), Rebecca Nandhengo (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC), Desire Katisi Natooro (Amus College School), Hadijah Namakula (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC)

    Midfielders
    Patricia Nayiga (Wakiso Hill WFC), Kulusum Namutebi (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Phionah Nabulime (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Agnes Nabukenya (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Immaculate Odaru (Rines SS WFC)

    Forwards
    Allen Nassazi (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Shamsa Najjuma (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC), Brenda Munyana (Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC), Kamiyati Naigaga (Asubo Gafford Ladies FC), Monica Nanono (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC)

    Officials

    Leader of Delegation – Agnes Mugena

    Head Coach – Ayub Khalifa Kiyingi

    Goalkeeping Coach – Mubarak Kiberu

    Fitness Coach – Felix Ayobo

    Team Doctor – Mable Kabatalindwa

    Team Physiotherapist – Darlian Kyasimiire

    Team Coordinator – Joan Namusisi

    Equipment Manager – Prossy Nalwadda

    Media Officer – Animah Namutebi

    Pauline Owomugisha – FUFA Delegate

    Diana Hope Nyago – FUFA Delegate

    Glady Alela – FUFA Delegate

    Joan Giramia – FUFA Delegate

  • Nabulime: Our target for CECAFA U-18 Women’s tourney remains the same despite disruptions

    Nabulime: Our target for CECAFA U-18 Women’s tourney remains the same despite disruptions

    Uganda U18 Women’s National Team midfielder Phiona Nabulime has indicated the team still harbours the same targets despite the changes in the tournament dates and hosts.

    It should be noted that the CECFA U18 Women’s Championship was supposed to be hosted by Kenya early this month. However, there were challenges and the event had to be rescheduled.

    Recently, CECAFA confirmed the Championship will be staged in Tanzania between 25th July – 7th August 2023.

    Nabulime was appointed the new captain following the tight schedule of Kampala Queens trio Shakirah Nyinagahirwa, Hadijah Nandago and Catherine Nagadya.

    Phiona Nabulime (second from right) in training.

    The lanky midfielder is confident the team is still focused and the target of winning the Championship remains.

    ‘I am honored to be named captain of the team and I thank the coaches for the trust. I believe we are still focused as a group despite the changes that have happened. For the two days we have been in camp, the spirits are high and we are ready to do well’ said Nabulime.

    Asked if she is ready to embrace the leadership responsibility bestowed on her shoulders, the midfielder who plies her trade for Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC welcomed her new status.

    ‘I know it’s always tough to be a leader because you must be exemplary but I am ready for the responsibility handed to me. I believe with the help of my teammates we shall make our Country proud.’ noted Nabulime.

    Nabulime will be assisted by goalkeeper Sharon Kaidu Who features for FUFA Women Super League side Uganda Martyrs High School Lubaga.

    The team handled by Head coach Ayub Khalifan is currently in residential camp at Cranes Paradise Hotel in Kisasi from where they will travel to Dar es Salaam over the weekend.

    Squad in Camp
    Goalkeepers
    Nansamba Bridget (Rhines SS WFC/Rhines SS), Nakiirya Lillian (St. Noa Ss WFC/St Noah SS)
    Kaidu Sharon (Uganda Martyrs HSL WFC/ Uganda Martyrs High school Lubaga), Kamuli Cecilia (Tooro Quuens/Kings of Kings),

    Defenders
    Nanyanzi Nakato Patricia (Rines SS WFC/Rines SS),Namirimu Faridah (Wakiso Hills WFC/Wakiso Hill SS),Nakimera Sharifah (Kawempe Muslim LFC/Kawempe Muslim SS),Nabulobi Patience (Kla. Quuens/Caltec Academy) Katusiime Charity (Tagy HS WFC/Tagy High school) Nandhengo Rebecca (Uganda Martyrs HSL WFC/ Uganda Martys HS Lubaga) Natooro Desire Katisi (She Kataka FC/Amus College School)

    Midfielders
    Nayiga Patricia (Wakiso Hill WFC/Wakiso Hill SS) Namutebi Krusum (Kawempe Muslim LFC/Kawempe Muslim SS) Nabulime Phiona (Kawempe Muslim LFC/Kawempe Muslim SS) Nabukenya Agnes (Kawempe Muslim LFC/Kawempe Muslim SS) Kisakye Dorcus (Kawempe Muslim LFC/Kawempe Muslim SS), Tamisi Shafiga (She Kataka FC/Amus College)

    Forwards
    Nassazi Allen (Kawempe Muslim LFC/Kawempe Muslim SS) Najjuma Shamsa (Uganda Martyrs HSL WFC/Uganda Martys High School Lubaga), Munyana Brenda (Uganda Martyrs HSL WFC/Uganda Martyrs High School Lubaga) Nalumu Sumaiyah (Uganda Martyrs HSL WFC/Uganda Martyrs HS Lubaga) Naigaga Kamiyati (Taggy HS WFC/Taggy HS)

  • CECAFA U18 championship back with new venue, dates set, Uganda U18 Women’s Squad revealed ahead of residential camp

    CECAFA U18 championship back with new venue, dates set, Uganda U18 Women’s Squad revealed ahead of residential camp

    The Uganda U18 Women National Team will enter residential camp tomorrow, Tuesday 18th July 2023, at the Cranes Paradise Hotel, Kisasi, in preparations ahead of the U-18 CECAFA Women Championship scheduled for 25th July – 8th August 2023 in Dar es Salam, Tanzania.

    This follows a change in the host nation that was initially Kenya.

    It should be noted that FUFA called off camp following uncertainty of the scheduled CECAFA U18 Women tournament that the team was preparing for and had been in camp since June 12, 2023 in preparation for the tournament.

    25 players have been summoned by head coach Ayub Khalifa Kiyingi from which he will choose the final squad for the tournament in Dar Es Salam, Tanzania.

    The 25 Uganda U18 women squad to enter camp at Cranes Paradise Hotel, Kisaasi.

    Goalkeepers
    Nansamba Bridget (Rhines SS WFC/Rhines SS), Nakiirya Lillian (St. Noa Ss WFC/St Noah SS)
    Kaidu Sharon (Uganda Martyrs HSL WFC/ Uganda Martyrs High school Lubaga), Kamuli Cecilia (Tooro Quuens/Kings of Kings),

    Defenders
    Nanyanzi Nakato Patricia (Rines SS WFC/Rines SS),Namirimu Faridah (Wakiso Hills WFC/Wakiso Hill SS),Nakimera Sharifah (Kawempe Muslim LFC/Kawempe Muslim SS),Nabulobi Patience (Kla. Quuens/Caltec Academy) Katusiime Charity (Tagy HS WFC/Tagy High school) Nandhengo Rebecca (Uganda Martyrs HSL WFC/ Uganda Martys HS Lubaga) Natooro Desire Katisi (She Kataka FC/Amus College School)

    Midfielders
    Nayiga Patricia (Wakiso Hill WFC/Wakiso Hill SS) Namutebi Krusum (Kawempe Muslim LFC/Kawempe Muslim SS) Nabulime Phiona (Kawempe Muslim LFC/Kawempe Muslim SS) Nabukenya Agnes (Kawempe Muslim LFC/Kawempe Muslim SS) Kisakye Dorcus (Kawempe Muslim LFC/Kawempe Muslim SS) Shakira Nyinagahirwa (Kampala Queens/Kawempe Muslim SS) Tamisi Shafiga (She Kataka FC/Amus College) Hadija Nandago (Kampala Quuens/ Kawempe Muslim SS)

    Forwards
    Nassazi Allen (Kawempe Muslim LFC/Kawempe Muslim SS) Najjuma Shamsa (Uganda Martyrs HSL WFC/Uganda Martys High School Lubaga) Nagadya Catherine (Kampala Quuens/St. Noah SS) Munyana Brenda (Uganda Martyrs HSL WFC/Uganda Martyrs High School Lubaga) Nalumu Sumaiyah (Uganda Martyrs HSL WFC/Uganda Martyrs HS Lubaga) Naigaga Kamiyati (Taggy HS WFC/Taggy HS)

    Team Officials

    Ayub Khalifah Kiyingi (Head coach)
    Mubarak Kiberu (Assistant Coach)
    Ayobo Felix (Fitness Coach)
    Kibatalindwa Mable (Team Doctor)
    Kyasiimire Darlian (Physiotherapist)
    Nalwadda Prossy (Equipment Manager)
    Aminah Namutebi (Media Officer)
    Namusisi Joan (Team Manager)

  • Women’s Olympic Football Tournament Qualifiers: Crested Cranes edge Rwanda to storm second round

    Women’s Olympic Football Tournament Qualifiers: Crested Cranes edge Rwanda to storm second round

    Uganda Women’s National Team, the Crested Cranes secured a hard fought win over Rwanda to storm the second round of the 2024 Paris Women’s Olympic Football Tournament Qualifiers.

    The team needed a goal in extra time to win 1-0 at Kigali Pele Stadium on Sunday and thus advance to the next round 4-3 on aggregate.

    It should be noted that the first leg played on Wednesday last week ended 3-3.

    Despite the numerous chances created throughout the game, Uganda could not find the breakthrough.

    Sandra Nabweteme, Shakirah Nyinagahirwa and Fauzia Najjemba all got chances to fire Uganda into the lead but did not utilize the attempts at different intervals.

    Assistant coach Ayub Khalifa Kiyingi made two changes from the team that played the first leg with goalkeeper Daisy Nakaziro and Shamirah Nalugya replacing captain Ruth Aturo and Margret Kunihira respectively.

    The first attempt at goal fell to Nabweteme in the 8th minute but the Rwandese goalkeeper was quick off her line to deny the former.

    Najjemba too had her attempt from close range parried away by the goalkeeper.

    At the start of the second half, the coach introduced Fazila Ikwaput in place of Hasifah Nassuna. There were further changes with Catherine Nagadya and Hadijah Nandago introduced in places of Nalugya and Nyinagahirwa.

    In the 10th minute of extra time, Ikwaput fired Uganda into the lead with a low drive into the bottom left corner.

    The win means Uganda advances to the second qualification round where they face Cameroon in October.

    Uganda’s Starting XI
    Daisy Nakaziro (GK), Samalie Nakacwa, Sumaya Komuntale, Aisha Nantongo, Shadia Nankya, Joan Nabirye, Shamirah Nalugya, Hasifah Nassuna (C), Sandra Nabweteme, Fauzia Najjemba, Shakirah Nyinagahirwa

  • Women’s Olympic Qualifiers: Uganda, Rwanda share spoils

    Women’s Olympic Qualifiers: Uganda, Rwanda share spoils

    2024 Tokyo Women’s Olympic Football Tournament Qualifiers

    First Round, First Leg
    Uganda 3-3 Rwanda

    Uganda and Rwanda played out a thrilling three-all draw on Wednesday as the two sides faced off in the first leg of the first round of the 2024 Paris Women’s Olympic Football Tournament Qualifiers.

    In the game played at Kigali Pele Stadium, neither settle could secure maximum points, leaving the fate of the contest for the return leg.

    Assistant coach Ayub Khalifa Kiyingi made two changes from the team that started against Tanzania in a friendly game last week.

    Margaret Kunihira and Joan Nabirye started ahead of Catherine Nagadya and Shamirah Nalugya respectively.

    Uganda made an impressive start and should have taken the lead as early as the sixth minute but Fauzia Najjemba failed to find the target left with just the goalkeeper.

    It was Rwanda that broke the deadlock through Mukahirwa, capitalizing from a goal melee in the 33rd minute.

    Shakirah Nyinagahirwa levelled matters at the stroke of halftime off a well taken ferocious strike that sent fans from either side cheering.

    The first change for Uganda came just after recess with Kunihira paving way for Nalugya.

    Five minutes into the second half, Najjemba was fouled inside the area and Hasifah Nassuna took the responsibility to slot home two minutes later.

    In the 66th minute, Rwanda equalized through Libelle Nibagwira’s free kick.

    There were further changes for Uganda with Fazila Ikwaput and Nagadya coming on in places of Nassuna and Sandra Nabweteme respectively.

    Ikwaput helped Uganda regain the lead in the 84 minute, finishing off from a well laid cross by Samalie Nakacwa.

    However, the lead was short lived with Rwanda once again finding the equalizer two minutes later through Usanasi Zawadi.

    The two teams will face off on Sunday with the winner on aggregate facing Cameroon at the second qualifying round.

    Uganda’s Starting XI
    Ruth Aturo, Samalie Nakacwa, Sumaya Komuntale, Aisha Nantongo, Shadia Nankya, Joan Nabirye, Margaret Kunihira, Hasifah Nassuna, Sandra Nabweteme, Shakirah Nyinagahirwa, Fauzia Najjemba

  • Crested Cranes travelling squad to Rwanda

    Crested Cranes travelling squad to Rwanda

    Crested Cranes assistant coach Ayub Khalifa Kiyingi has named the team that travelled to Rwanda on Saturday morning for the 2024 Paris Women’s Olympic Football Tournament Qualifiers.

    The team is composed of 23 players that will face the She Amavubi in the first round Qualifiers.

    The first leg will be played on 12th July at Kigali Pele Stadium with the return leg coming four days later.

    The team departed Cranes Paradise Hotel today morning and were welcomed at the Katuna border by Rwanda officials before continuing with the journey to Kigali.

    Joan Nabirye who plays at FK Minsk in Belarus will connect with the team in Kigali while Phiona Nabbumba from Denmark’s B93 is ruled out due to an injury and will not make the trip to Rwanda.

    Uganda had a friendly game against Tanzania on Friday, winning the game 3-1 at MTN-Omondi Stadium.

    Full Travelling Squad

    Goalkeepers
    Ruth Aturo, Daisy Nakaziro, Daphine Nyayenga

    Defenders
    Samalie Nakacwa, Sumaya Komuntale, Shadia Nankya, Asia Nakibuuka, Aisha Nantongo, Bridget Nabisaalu, Jolly Kobusinge

    Midfielders
    Joan Nabirye, Shamirah Nalugya, Shakirah Nyinagahirwa, Hadijah Nandago, Hasifah Nassuna, Rhoda Nanziri

    Forwards
    Fauzia Najjemba, Sandra Nabweteme, Catherine Nagadya, Fazila Ikwaput, Joan Ainembabazi, Anitah Namata, Margaret Kunihira

    Officials
    Leader of Delegation – Chris Kalibbala

    Issa Magoola Kakaire – Chairman IMOC

    Assistant Coach – Ayub Khalifa Kiyingi

    Goalkeeping Coach – Mubarak Kiberu

    Fitness Coach – Felix Ayobo

    Team Doctor – Mable Kabatalindwa

    Team Physiotherapist – Darlian Kyasiimire

    Team Coordinator – Joan Namusisi

    National Teams Officer/ Advance Party – Paul Mukatabala

    Equipment Manager – Prossy Nalwadda

    Media Officer – Aminah Babirye

    FUFA Delegate – Muzamil Bondo ( West Nile)

    FUFA Delegate – Zaitun Mutesi (Eastern Region)

    FUFA Events- Phoebe Kutamba

    FUFA Tv – Abdul Salam Kigozi

    FUFA Tv – Fred Ssewankambo