Three hundred and sixty five days is no mean feat in any ordinary life. A lot happens in between that period with broad smiles, grey areas and challenges as well.
For Uganda Cranes head coach Sebastien Desabre, he is celebrating a year in office today for such a demanding albeit prestigious job in Ugandan football.
The highlight of his tenure thus far as Uganda Cranes head coach is securing the slot to the Total AFCON 2019 tournament, unbeaten with a mean defence (no goal conceded in five games) and Uganda Cranes making the final three team short list for the CAF National team of the year 2018 alongside Mauritania and Madagascar.
www.fufa.co.ug congratulates the Frenchman currently on holiday in France as well as tracks back his entire journey from 28th December 2017 thus far in a captivating colourful pictorial:
Sebastien Desabre is greeted by the Minister of Sports and Education Hon. Janet Museveni at RwakituraFirst radio Interview in Uganda: Coach Desabre in the studios of 102.1 FUFA fm after he was unveiled on 28th December 2017First ever Press conference to unveil his plans: L-R: Ahmed Hussein (FUFA Communications Manager), FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo, Sebastien Desabre and FUFA CEO Edgar Watson during a press conference at FUFA House in Mengo.Desabre meets his assistant Mathias Lule on the day he was unveiled as head coach at Namboole stadium outer pitch.The unveiling of the new coach drew a mammoth crowd of journalists from the different media housesThe FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo with the Uganda Cranes head coach Sebastien Desabre at the country home of President Museveni in RwakituraSebastien Desabre with his luggage at Entebbe International Airport prior an international duel as the Cranea flew out to Morocco for CHAN FinalsUganda Cranes head coach Sebastien Desabre during the post match press conference at the CHAN 2018 tournament in MoroccoUganda Cranes head coach Sebastien Desabre in Morocco during CHAN Finals in the team’s dressing room. Smartness is part of his menu.Uganda Cranes head coach Sebestien Desabre talks to former Vipers SC head coach Miguel Da Costa during the FUFA UPL Symposium at Serene SuitesDesabre during a training session in MoroccoSebastien Desabre smiles during the press conference held at the 2018 TOTAL CHAN Tournament in MoroccoL-R: Sebastien Desabre, assistant Mathias Lule, stand-in goalkeeping coach Sadiq Wassa and trainer Gerome D’Antonio prior to the match against Malawi during an international friendly match at Namboole.Sebastien Desabre gives instructions to the players during training at Namboole StadiumL-R: Former KCCA Chairperson Julius Kabugo, FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo and Uganda Cranes head coach Sebastien Desabre celebrate KCCA FC’s CAF Champions League victory at the Star Times Stadium, LugogoUganda Cranes captain on the day Hassan Wasswa Mawanda with the head coach Sebestien Desabre during the post match press conference after an international build up match in NigerFUFA President, Eng. Moses Magogo greets Sebastien Desabre during the pre-matchUganda Cranes head coach Sebastien Desabre addresses the media at the FUFA UPL SymposiumDo it this way: Desabre with Emmanuel OkwiDesabre is always involved during the drillsSebastien Desabre (M) with his assistant Matia Lule and support staff Saidi Lugolobi before the training session in Niger on Tuesday 29th May 2018.
Uganda Cranes with Desabre as Head coach since December 2017
17th November 2018: Uganda Cranes 1-0 Cape Verde (Group L AFCON 2019 Qualifier)
16th October 2018: Lesotho Likuena 0-2 Uganda Cranes (Group L AFCON 2019 qualifier)
13th October 2018: Uganda Cranes 3-0 Lesotho Likuena (Group L AFCON 2019 Qualifier)
8th September 2018: Uganda Cranes 0-0 Tanzania Taifa Stars (Group L AFCON 2019 Qualifier)
2nd June 2018: Niger 2-1 Uganda Cranes (International Friendly)
30th May 2018: Central African Republic 1-0 Uganda (International Friendly)
27th March 2018: Uganda Cranes 0-0 Malawi (International Friendly)
24th March 2018: Uganda Cranes 3-1 Sao Tome and Principe (International Friendly)
22nd January 2018: Uganda Cranes 0-0 Ivory Coast (CHAN 2018)
18th January 2018: Uganda Cranes 0-1 Namibia (CHAN 2018)
14th January 2018: Zambia 3-1 Uganda (CHAN 2018)
10th January 2018: Uganda Cranes 0-1 Congo (International Friendly)
6th January 2018: Uganda Cranes 1-1 Guinea (International Friendly)
Striker Nelson Senkatuka attempts to dribble past head coach Sebastien Desabre in training while in MoroccoDesabre talks to Allan Kateregga and defender Murushid JjuukoNoel Nasasira (left) recieves his FUFA Big League accolade from Desabre at the Airtel FUFA Awards 2018Always keen: Coach Desabre watches over trainingHead coach Sebastien Desabre in the new team officials’ attireHead coach Sebastien Desabre (in black holding the ball) issues instructions during the team’s training at Namboole StadiumHead coach Desabre poses for a group photo with aspiring young players during Uganda Cranes national regional tours in Bugiri Eastern UgandaDesabre keenly looks on as Faruku Miya dribbles during the Cape Verde match at NambooleMemorable Moment: Uganda Cranes players carry aloft the coach after sealing the Total AFCON 2019 slot at Namboole StadiumThe coach enjoys a light moment with school children during a Uganda Cranes regional tourUganda Cranes coach Sebastien Desabre issuing instructions during training at LugogoThe coach is joined by the Uganda Cranes players to applaud the fans after sealing the ticket to the 2019 AFCON Finals.
The Government of Uganda led by the President H.E Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has been appreciated by the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) for the continued support towards football development.
Government’s bold move to put in place a budget line for the National football team (Uganda Cranes) was one of the key highlights pointed out by the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo during his end of year message delivered on 27th December 2018 at FUFA House in Mengo, Kampala.
Flanked by the 2nd FUFA Vice President Darius Mugoye, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Edgar Watson and FUFA Communications Manager Ahmed Hussein, the briefing was also attended by Decolas Kiiza (Finance Director), former FUFA General Secretary and current CAF CHAN organizing committee member Harunah Mawanda, Executive Committee members, Delegates and other FUFA Staff.
‘I thank the Almighty God for the gift of life. I thank my own family and friends in and out of football, the FUFA General Assembly, All stakeholders-internal and external. I thank the sponsors Airtel of FUFA and Uganda Cranes, and partenrs Nile Special, NIC Holdings, BIDCO, Ecobank, BetLion, StarTimes, Pilsner and Stanbic Bank. I thank everybody who has made a contribution. The year 2018 has been a success story largely for FUFA. There have been great strides made with a couple of outstanding achievements.We are writing our own story. Advocacy to pull everyone, make the FUFA Institution better. The activities have multiplied over. We have improved on the resources from FIFA, CAF and sponsors. We havea strategy to improve relationships with various stakeholders – cultural leaders, religious leaders, opinion leaders, celebrities. We have undertaken the football activities by creating competitions as there is institutional and Industry order now. The image of FUFA is better with a big out-reach and there is confidence from stakeholders. I call upon everyone to join in developing the game of fotball. It is time for everyone to make a contribution. Players, club officials, the media and all other stakeholders. Let us make contributions towards football development. ‘ Eng. Moses Magogo
L-R FUFA Communications Manager Ahmed Hussein, FUFA 2nd VP Darius Mugoye, FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo and FUFA CEO Edgar Watson
2018 Highlights
Government put in place a budget line up to a tune of Shs 10 billion for the Uganda Cranes. Part of this money has been used to run and fund other National teams and FUFA Programmes. Previously 70% of FUFA Budget income was spent on Uganda Cranes.
The Head of State (in white shirt) and 1st Lady Mama Janet Museveni with their grand children in a group photo with the Uganda Cranes team prior to departure for Morocco ahead of the 2018 CHAN Championship.
Qualification for Uganda Cranes to the Total AFCON 2019 Finals tournament with one game left, no goal conceded and remains top of the group.
Uganda Cranes team that beat Cape Verde 1-0 at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole to seal the AFCON 2019 ticket
Uganda Cranes back to back AFCON qualification. Whereas the qualification may not necessarily be the benchmark as a performance indicator, but making qualification a habit should be priority. There is need to demystify qualification.
Uganda Cranes fans passionately cheer the National team at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole
Uganda U-17 qualifying for AFCON U-17 finals in Tanzania come 2019.
Uganda U17 players celebrating after winning the CAF U17 regional qualifiers in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Being awarded to host the AFCON Beach soccer 2020 Finals. To be recognized among the big boys on the continent, a country also has to show ability to host big football tournaments. There is need to develop infrastructure.
CAF President Ahmad Ahmad hands the CAF flag to the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo in Egypt. Uganda will host the next AFCON Beach Soccer finals in 2020
Uganda Cranes and Dennis Onyango have been nominated for the CAF Awards. Onyango on list of best African Player of the Year while Uganda Cranes nominated on the team of the year.
Dennis Onyango, Uganda Cranes captain was nominated again among the top 10 best players in African this year
Infrastructure journey- there has been etension of the FUFA offices in Mengo. Acquisition of land in Rubaga to construct a modern training centre at Kadiba and the FUFA Stadium in Lugazi.
Foundation stone being laid in Lugazi where the FUFA Stadium will be constructed
Uganda Clubs on the continent. KCCA FC played in the group stages of the CAF Champions League for the first time and playing with the biggest clubs on the continent gives them added experience.
KCCA FC not only won the FUFA Super Cup and Stanbic Uganda Cup, but also played in the lucrative stages of the CAF Champions League group stages for the first time.
Rise of sponsorship monies- Over 20 corporate companies sponsoring FUFA and football industry.
Airtel Uganda is among the over 20 corporate companies sponsoring Uganda’s football. They are official sponsors of Uganda Cranes
Award to FUFA from the National Council of Sports in recognition as one of the best performing sports federations in the country.
FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo and his Vice Justus Mugisha recieve the best federation plaque from Hon. Charles Bakabulindi at LugogoFUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo shares a light moment with CEO Edgar Watson as they got set to answer questions raised during the press conference
Challenges:
People thinking about the game in an amateur setting. Football of volunteers, well-wishers and donations is football of yesterday. Football of today is packaged and sold to the masses.
Losing to South Sudan in the CAF U-23 qualifiers. We shall keep engaging youth teams in various CAF Tournaments
Uganda Kobs XI vs South Sudan at Lugogo
Focus ahead of 2019 (All rotating around the 8 Key focus areas)
Governance:
Improve judicial system with qualified to ensure statures for the good of the game of football.
Match results integrity. Washing away pre-determination of results – Resist, Report and Recognise. With strong national laws.
Contribution to the national sports law.
Installed a new unit at FUFA – Compliance and internal audit worth USD 25,000.
Uganda Crested Cranes players celebrate a goal scored by Norah Alupo of Uganda during the 2018 COSAFA Women Championship tie between Swaziland and Uganda at Wolfson Stadium
Football Development:
Education of the people involved in football. Human Resource, coaches, referees, media
Beach Soccer and Futsal development
Technical Statistics
Sports Science and Technology development
The ground breaking ceremony at Kadiba project will improve infrastructure
Equipment and Infrastructural Development – Construction works continue at Kadiba and Lugazi facilities, Construction starts on FUFA Beach soccer centre, recruiting CEOs in the 8 regions
National Teams:
Recruited Paul Mukatabala as new National teams’ Officer to work under Patrick Ntege-National Teams’ Manager
6 National teams will be engaged in International competitions starting with the National U-17 team that will be entered to take part in the CECAFA U-20 tournament in Uganda
Uganda U17 striker Iddi Abdu Wahid in action against Ethiopia U17 in Tanzania. FUFA intends to implement the primary schools competitions come 2019
Competitions:
New competition in Primary schools in every district. This is another catchment area to tap talents.
Undertake licencing local player agents.
Create electronic document center at FUFA.
Designing a youth strategy that will help us registered all football academies
FUFA Communications Manager Ahmed Hussein conducting tutorial sessions with the UPL Clubs’ media officers during the workshop at Njeru Technical Center.
Marketing and Communications:
Continue to improve the brand and image of FUFA
Improve the sales function at FUFA to bring in more revenues
Improve on digital numbers and listenership of 102.1 FUFA f.m
Stanbic Bank Uganda Limited took over the naming rights of the prestigious Uganda Cup in February 2018 with an improved package to Ugx. 330M in December 2018.FUFA Finance Director Decolas Kiiza has witnessed the positive gradual financial evolution at FUFA
Finance and Administration:
Installed a new accounting software.
Budget discipline to work within the available resources
Improvement on FUFA Estates. FUFA recruited Edward Kalungi as the Estates and Properties Manager
Recruitment of General Secretaries of the 8 football regions who will be employees of FUFA.
Some of the FUFA Delegates during the 94th FUFA Ordinary Assembly held in Kabale
Meanwhile, the media were also accorded a special moment where they shared their views about the FUFA President’s End of Year message as well as posed questions for clarity.
Stanbic Uganda Cup holders Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) Football Club sent out a big statement as they eye a successful cup defence.
On boxing day, KCCA FC humiliated visiting Amuka Bright Stars 8-2 in a one sided duel officiated by FIFA Referee Alex Muhaabi at the Star Times Stadium, Lugogo.
KCCA’s goals were netted by Mike Mutyaba (hat-trick), Steven Sserwadda (2), the day’s captain Allan Okello (2) and late second half substitute Julius Poloto.
The two consolation goals from the visitors were scored by Christopher Kirya and Bronson Nsubuga.
KCCA now books their slot to the round of 32 stage whose draws will be held on a date to communicated by the FUFA Competitions department.
Meanwhile, the other game that had been scheduled for round of 64 between Vipers and Fort Portal’s Rushekere did not materialise because the visitors failed to travel to St Mary’s without any due communication.
Therefore, the FUFA Competitions committee will study the match referee’s report before communicating the way forward.
Team Line Ups:
KCCA XI:
Jamil Malyamungu (G.K), Bernard Muwanga, Eric Ssenjobe, Hassan Musana, Nicholas Kasozi (63’ Muzamiru Mutyaba), Ali Abubakar Gift, Herbert Achai (70’ Julius Poloto), Muwadda Mawejje (63’ Jackson Nunda), Steven Sserwadda, Mike Mutyaba, Allan Okello (Captain)
Subs Not Used:
Tom Ikara (G.K), Isaac Kirabira
Head coach: Mike Hilary Mutebi
Amuka Bright Stars XI:
Shadrack Ssebulime (G.K), Felix Oyari, Joel Ayella (52’ Dennis Okem), Ivan Okello, Emmanuel Okwir (Captain, 72’ Eric Solomon Omol), Richard Mutumba, Freddie Watango, Christopher Kirya, Bronson Nsubuga, James Baker Ocaya (49’ Dennis Omedi), Brian Ocakacon
End of year Address By the FUFA President, Eng. Moses Magogo:
Thursday, 27th December 2018
10:30 AM
At FUFA House, Mengo
*Live on 102.1 FUFA f.m & all official FUFA social media plat forms
Like the norm has been since taking over office in 2013, the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) President Eng. Moses Magogo will deliver the end of year address to the media and the general public on Thursday, 27th December 2018.
The development has been duly confirmed by the FUFA Communications manager Ahmed Hussein.
The FUFA President, Eng. Moses Magogo will deliver the end of year message to the general public. This will be at FUFA House on Thursday, 27th December 2018 starting at 10:30 AM. Members of the media are all urged to come in big numbers and keep time.
Eng. Magogo is expected to hint on the highlights of the year 2018, challenges as a basis to prepare for the forthcoming 2019 alongside FUFA’s 8 key focus areas; Governance, Development, Infrastructure, National teams, Competitions, Marketing and Communications, Finance and Administration, Membership.
The year 2018 witnessed Uganda qualify for the TOTAL AFCON 2019 with a match to play, unbeaten and with no goal scored.
The Uganda U-17 national team (The Cubs) also made the grade for the TOTAL AFCON U-17 finals that will be hosted by Tanzania.
Uganda Cranes made the final three team short list for the CAF team of the year and the team captain Denis Onyango also made the final 10 man short list for the CAF best footballer of the year.
The same year witnessed Uganda get the hosting rights for the AFCON 2020 Beach Soccer Championships amidst other achievements.
The end of year FUFA President’s address will be streamlined live on all official FUFA Social media plat forms (facebook and twitter) as well as on 102.1 FUFA f.m, the Football radio.
The year 2018 will come to a close next week but FUFA Secretariat staff had a few activities before saying goodbye to 365 memorable days that saw Uganda Cranes and Uganda U17 (Cubs) qualify for 2019 AFCON finals. The same year had good news for Uganda being handed the hosting rights of the 2020 AFCON Beach Soccer Finals.
However a team building session at the Extreme Adventure Park in Busiika on Sunday gave the Secretariat staff an opportunity to learn more about each other.
Group photo of FUFA team and instructors from Precious Real Moments just before the team building sessions got underway in Busiika.
The Team Building session was expertly conducted by a five man team from Precious Real Moments. The staff was taken through the targets for 2019 by FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo to be achieved by each department within FUFA’s 8 key focus areas; Governance, Development, Infrastructure, National teams, Competitions, Marketing and Communications, Finance and Administration, Membership.
FUFA’s 8 key strategic areas of focus
‘You have the opportunity to be part of the secretariat as you enter the New Year 2019. The FUFA Executive has all the trust in the Secretariat to deliver. We need to raise the bar even higher because the public will not stop demanding for the best from FUFA’ said FUFA President.
The session was also attended by the FUFA 2nd Vice President Darius Mugoye. He told the staff that the future of football is brighter and asked the employees to remain calm during challenging moments.
The sessions inside the main hall during the team building
‘This is the best moment ever to work for FUFA. The public have an impression already that this is the best sports federation in Uganda. It is now harder than before to join the Secretariat. Challenges call for loyalty’ said Mugoye.
The FUFA CEO Edgar Watson was a jolly man at the end of the classroom sessions that saw FUFA President present on the key focus areas and roles of each Directorate. Watson told the Secretariat staff that team work is key to success.
Staff were pooled in two groups for some of the day’s activities. The Cheatahs Group was led by Ali Mwebe
‘Team work leads to success. Let us learn how to execute our duties and the rest will happen automatically. We need to fight for supremacy at the top of African football but that can be achieved with a lot of team work’ said Watson
Stretching out for fitness was part of the activities. FUFA CEO Edgar Watson (Red ) leads out his secretariat staff during the drills.ALL DOWN: L_R Omaria Bosco- Communications Assistant and Graphics Designer, Bashir Mutyaba (FUFA Deputy Football Development Director) and Denis Lukambi (Legal Officer) sanctioned for providing ‘insufficient information’ durig the team building sessions.FUFA Events Manager Leilah Nankya identifying all FUFA staff by their names and positions in another team building sessionThis trio kept faultering on the day’s rules hence further punishment: L-R Bashir Mutyaba (FUFA Deputy Football Development Director) and Denis Lukambi (Legal Officer) and Omaria Bosco- Communications Assistant and Graphics Designer,sanctioned for providing ‘insufficient information’ durig the team building sessions.
New staff recruited-Mukatabala and Kalungi join FUFA
Ex Internationals Paul Mukatabla and Edward Kalungi are the latest employees at FUFA and were also part of the team building session.
Mukatabala is now the new National Teams’ Officer who will work under Patrick Ntege (new National Teams’ Manager)
Edward Kalungi is the FUFA Estates Officer assigned to make sure FUFA Properties like the FUFA Technical Centre, FUFA House and the Extension of FUFA offices in Mengo, Kadiba Project, FUFA Stadium Project in Lugazi etc are in good state.
The staff also took part in the day’s sports activities before winding up with end of year party that saw the most outstanding employees recognised.
Survival for the fittest. Male staff were supposed to trace for the female staff but guard them as part of the day’s activities in groups of (5 men and 2 females).Time to listenAll tricks needed- turning upside-downTop class attention needed to pass on the plate to a teammate. This was Team Vision under the slogan Number One.Leilah Nankya passing under the ropesFUFA VP Darius Mugoye sprinting with a smileFUFA Deputy CEO Humphrey Mandu trying out his luck with the hurdles.Catch me if you can: FUFA Communications Manager Ahmed Hussein leaves 102.1 FUFA FM’s Programme Director John Kizza for dead during the hurdles’ raceFUFA’s ever jolly ladies Sharon Nalunga and Sumaya Hood Kiwanuka found time to relax
On a mission to conquer BusiikaAli Mwebe’s sweet jokes excite his fellow staffL-R Sarah Birungi, Meddy Sengendo and Phoebe Kutamba in Busiika for FUFA team bonding sessionDaring: FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo up in the skies on his own in one of the day’s sports activitiesThe Vision Team leader Decolas Kiiza (FUFA Finance Director) led his team to Victory with 50 points on the dayHajati Aisha Nalule actively took part in the activities in her team called CheatahsFUFA CEO Edgar Watson on the move to pass on the plate to Jimmy Ssebale using his knees
Staff recognised for excellence
FUFA’s Vision; To become Number one football Nation in Africa on and off the pitch comes with yardsticks for the federation to follow as employees are spotted for their excellence.
Sharon Nalunga (Officer in the Office of FUFA CEO) and Muhamud ‘Blatter’ Kalema (FUFA Cashier) were named most cooperative and best Team players for Female and Male respectively of the year 2018.
Nankya, Mutyaba best employees of 2018 at FUFA House
Leilah Nankya (Events Manager) was voted best Female Employee of the year 2018.
Leilah Nankya(L) receives a plaque from the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo as Female Employee of the year 2018
Bashir Mutyaba (Deputy FUFA Football Development Director/Youth Development Officer) were
Mutyaba Bashir (L) receives a plaque from the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo as Male Employee of the year 2018The Most Cooperative and best Team female staff at FUFA House is Sharon Nalunga (L) receiving her package from FUFA Vice President Darius Mugoye.
The two employees will each be given a 13th month Salary. The awards were hand over by FUFA President and his Vice Mugoye.
The best employees at FUFA in 2018: L-R Kalema ‘Blatter’ Muhamud, Leilah Nankya, Sharon Nalunga and Mutyaba Bashir
The Stanbic Uganda Cup round of 64 matches continued on Sunday, 23rd December 2018 with a number of games across the different venues.
There were smooth rides for many of the Star Times Uganda Premier League clubs.
Police Football Club registered the biggest scoreline on the day, winning 5-0 against visiting Boma at the Star Times Stadium.
Uganda U-20 right back Paul Willa opened the scoring in the 17th minute.
Ruben Kimera and Ronald Nyanzi both scored a brace to book a berth in the next round.
Tooro United ejected Entebbe Football Club after winning 2-0 at the Buhinga play ground in Fort Portal. First half substitute Baker Buyala and Steven Omvia struck the goals for Wasswa Bbosa’s coached side.
BUL overcame visiting Kataka 2-0 at the FUFA Technical Center in Njeru. A goal in each half by Farouk Banga and Villa Oromchan propelled Peter Onen’s charges to the next round of the competition that has been played since 1971.
Raymond Onyai netted the consolation for the FUFA Big League club.
Action between BUL and Kataka at the FUFA Technical Center, Njeru
West Nile based club Onduparaka smiled to a 2-0 away win over Busia Young at the Madibira play ground in Busia.
Ceaser Okhuti and an own goal won the day for the Catarpillars who are coached by former Uganda Cranes international Simeon Masaba.
Bright Stars were 4-0 winners against Kazo Execl and Nyamityobora won 3-1 away to East Land.
Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) FC stands to benefit from a fair ruling from the FUFA Competitions department following failure for Jinja Municipal Council Hippos to show up at Namboole.
High flying FUFA Big League side Kiboga Young, a newly promoted entity won 1-0 away from home, overcoming Kigezi 1-0 at the Kabale Municipal Stadium.
Moses Makoyani Wafula was on target for Kiboga Young.
Another FUFA Big League side Kyetume eliminated fellow second division outfit UPDF 3-1 at the Nakisunga play ground in Mukono. This happened a few days after UPDF had beaten Kyetume by the same score in Bombo.
Meanwhile, more matches for the Stanbic Uganda Cup round of 64 continue on Monday.
Results:
Akadot FC Vs Kitara FC (Not played. FUFA Competitions Disciplinary Panel will pronounce itself after studying referees’ report)
Admin FC 3-1 Doves All Starts FC
Bumate FC 1 (5) – 1 (4) Ntinda FC
BUL FC 2-1 Kataka FC
U touch 1(4) – 1 (3) Mvara Boys FC
Kyetume FC 3-1 UPDF FC
Paidha BA FC Vs Express FC (Not played.FUFA Competitions Disciplinary Panel will pronounce itself after studying referees’ report )
Free Stars FC 2-1 Edgars Youth Academy FC
Busia Young FC 0-2 Onduparaka FC
St Stephen FC 3-1 Budondo FC
Soroti FC 1-3 Synergy FC
Bukedea Town Council FC 1-0 Dove FC
Tooro United 2-0 Entebbe FC
Kigezi FC 0-1 Kiboga Young
Calvary FC Vs Kabale Sharp FC (Not played. FUFA Competitions Disciplinary Panel will pronounce itself after studying referees’ report)
Mbarara FC 0-2 Kirinya JSS FC
Bright Stars FC 4-0 Kazo Excel FC
East Land FC 1-3 Nyamityobora FC
Kireka United FC Vs New Villa FC
Nkambi Coffee FC Vs Koboko Rising Stars FC
Police FC 5-0 Boma FC
URA FC Vs Jinja Municipal Council Hippos FC (Not played. FUFA Competitions committee will pronounce self after studying referees’ report)
Ndejje University FC 0-1 Kansai Plascon FC
Nebbi Central FC 3-2 CATDA FC
Next Matches:
Mon, 24-Dec 2018 Wakiso Giants FC Vs Vision FC Bugembe Stadium 4:00PM
Mon, 24-Dec 2018 Kira UTD FC Vs St Mary’s FC Namboole 4:00PM
Mon, 24-Dec 2018 Proline FC Vs Light SS Star Times- Lugogo 4:00PM
Wed, 26-Dec 2018 Vipers SC Vs Rusekere Growers FC St Marys Kitende 4:00PM
Wed, 26-Dec 2018 KCCA FC Vs Amuka Bright Stars FC Star Times- Lugogo 4:00PM
Vipers (Uganda) 0-2 Club Sportif Constantinois (Algeria)
*Club Sportif Constantinois qualifies for CAF group stages winning 3-0 on aggregate
*Vipers set for CAF Confederation Cup play offs
CAF Confederation Cup (1st Round, Return Leg):
Mtibwa Sugar (Tanzania) 1-2 KCCA (Uganda)
*KCCA qualifies to the next round after winning 5-1 on aggregate
Two Ugandan clubs Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) and Vipers were in action over the week in the respective CAF club competitions.
At the St Mary’s Stadium, Kitende, Vipers fell short 2-0 to visiting Club Sportif (CS) Constantinois in the first round return leg encounter of the CAF Confederation cup on Saturday.
Adil Djabout and Mohamed Walid Bencherifa scored the goals for the visitors in the second stanza of the well contested game handled by Egyptian referees.
Having also lost the first leg 1-0 away in Algeria, Vipers lost 3-0 on aggregate and will now get relegated to the CAF Confederation play offs whose draws will be held on Friday, 28th December 2018.
‘I feel proud of my players. They showed the character to perform well but did not do enough to win the game. They represented their country with pride’ Vipers’ Mexician coach Javier Martinez Espinoza told the media after the match.
Meanwhile, Uganda’s other representative in the CAF Club competition, KCCA qualified for the final round of the CAF Confederation qualifiers, after eliminating Mtibwa Sugar from Tanzania 5-1 on aggregate.
KCCA won the return leg 2-1 courtesy of goals from the 2017 Airtel FUFA Uganda best male footballer Muzamiru Mutyaba and the 2018 Airtel FUFA Uganda male runners up Allan Okello at the Azam Sports Complex in Dar es salaam.
Salum Kihimbwa had scored for the Tanzanian club to make the game square at one all during some stage before Okello’s late strike two minutes from full time.
KCCA had won the first leg 3-0 at the Star Times Stadium in Kampala a week earlier and qualify 5-1 on aggregate.
FUFA Executive Committee member Agnes Mugena was leader of delegation for the KCCA FC contingent in Dar es salaam.
MAIN PHOTO: Action between KCCA and Tanzania’s Mutibwa Sugar at the Azam Sports Complex
Confederation of African Football (CAF) confirmed Uganda as the hosts of the AFCON 2020 Beach Soccer Championship. The decision was taken during the CAF Executive Committee meeting in Accra, Ghana on Friday 30th November 2018 where the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo attended as Executive Member but also heads the Futsal and Beach Soccer Committee.
FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo holds the CAF Flag
It will be the 4th edition of the AFCON Beach Soccer finals. This year’s edition was hosted by Egypt.
The CAF President Ahmad Ahmad handed over the flag to FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo as Uganda will be the next hosts in 202
Uganda National Beach Soccer team-Sand Cranes will qualify automatically as hosts of the AFCON 2020 Finals.Such photo moments will be witnessed in Uganda during the 2020 AFCON Beach soccer Finals
MAIN PHOTO: CAF President Ahmad Ahmad hands over the CAF flag to FUFA Preident Eng. Moses Magogo as the next hosts of AFCON Beach Soccer Finals in 2010.
Water vs Saviours FC (Saviour FC from Lira never travelled to Mutesa II Stadium for the match)
SC Villa and Mbarara City have made it to the Stanbic Uganda Cup round of 32 after defeating Lugazi Municipal FC and Maroons FC respectively on Friday evening in the opening matches of round of 64
Mutanda Bashir, Owori David, Mandela Ashraf and Semujju Joseph Junior scored for SC Villa in the 4-1 triumph over Lugazi Municipal at Namboole stadium. Okot Steven netted the consolation for the visitors.
SC Villa players celebrating their goal against Lugazi Municipal in the Stanbic Uganda Cup on Friday at Namboole Stadium
At Kakyeka Stadium in Mbarara, hosts Mbarara City FC edged Maroons FC 4-3 on spot kicks after a 0-0 draw in regular time (90 minutes). No extra time is needed at this stage. So the winner was decided on penalties.
When the two sides went into the shoot-outs, it was Maroons captain Johnson Silver Okello, who fell victim as Mbarara City FC Ali Kimera saved the kick.
Mbarara City’s Siraje Musindo then composed himself to score for City and when Maroon’s Emanuel Olinga pressed his spot kick wide, the City fans started jubilating in the stands.
October player of the month Paul Mucureezi (M) in action during the Stanbic Uganda Cup match against Maroons
Maroons goalie Bugembe Ashadu then brought some life to his team by saving Mbarara’s Pistis Barenge, but Hilary Mukundane, Brian Aheebwa all converted for City before goal keeper Kimera slotted home the decider, to spark more cerebrations from the home fans.
Maroons Samson Mutyaba, Brian Majwega and Felix Okot converted their kicks successfully.
Former Cranes Star Brian Majwega (R) works out against Mbarara City player during the Stanbic Uganda Cup match at Kakyeka Stadium
Maroons coach George Nsimbe said it was not a good day as they failed to convert many opportunities created.
‘We created many chances and the game could have been won in normal time but it was a bad day in office’ said Nsimbe
In the other fixture at Mutesa II Stadium Wankulukuku, Saviors FC failed to show up against Water FC. The FUFA Competitions Department awaits the referee’s report before taking a decision on the matter.
Meanwhile, action will resume this Sunday with 24 fixtures of round of 64. Record winners Express FC visit Paidha Black Angels FC in Arua. Vipers SC and KCCA FC who are engaged in continental tournaments but will play the first round matches on Wednesday 26th December.
Other fixtures;
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 Akadot FC Vs Kitara FC – Kumi 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 Admin FC Vs Doves All Starts FC Paya- Tororo 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 Bumate FC Vs Ntinda FC Christ Hihh- Bumate 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 BUL FC Vs Kataka FC Njeru Tech. Centre 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 U touch Vs Mvara Boys FC Pece 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 Kyetume FC Vs UPDF FC Nakisunga Ground 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 Paidha BA FC Vs Express FC Green Light Stadium 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 Free Stars FC Vs Edgars Y A FC Bishops SS-Mukono 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 Busia Young FC Vs Onduparaka FC Madibira Ground 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 St Stephen FC Vs Budondo FC Luzira SSS 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 Soroti FC Vs Synery FC Soroti 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 Bukedea TC FC Vs Dove FC Bukedea 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 Tooro UTD Vs Entebbe FC Buhinga Ground 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 Kigezi FC Vs Kiboga Young Kabale Stadium 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 Calvary FC Vs Kabale Sharp FC Midigo- Yumbe 4:00PM
Mon, 24-Dec 2018 Wakiso Giants FC Vs Vision FC Bugembe Stadium 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 Mbarara FC Vs Kirinya JSS FC Kakyeka Stadium 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 Bright Stars FC Vs Kazo Excel FC Mwererwe 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 East Land FC Vs Nyamityobora FC Bukedea 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 Kireka UTD FC Vs New Villa FC Namboole Out 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 Nkambi Coffee FC Vs Koboko Rising Stars FC Kasana_Nyendo-Masaka 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 Police FC Vs Boma FC Star Times- Lugogo 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 URA FC Vs JMC Hippos FC Namboole Stadium 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 Ndejje Univ FC Vs Kansai Plascon FC Ndejje University 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 Nebbi Central FC Vs CATDA FC Nebbi 4:00PM
Mon, 24-Dec 2018 Kira UTD FC Vs St Mary’s FC Namboole 4:00PM
Mon, 24-Dec 2018 Proline FC Vs Light SS Star Times- Lugogo 4:00PM
Wed, 26-Dec 2018 Vipers SC Vs Rusekere Growers FC St Marys Kitende 4:00PM
Wed, 26-Dec 2018 KCCA FC Vs Amuka Bright Stars FC Star Times- Lugogo 4:00PM
MAIN PHOTO:SC Villa striker Bashir Mutanda in action during the Stanbic Uganda Cup agains Lugazi Municipal FC
The birth of Jesus Christ is drawing closer. Many people have already budgeted for the celebrations that will climax with the Christmas Day on 25th December. However the story can’t be the same for some communities.
The celebratory mood is about merry making and can be achieved in different ways.
On Friday morning, FUFA travelled to Masulita to extend its generous hand to the children at the Uganda Women’s Effort to Save Orphans (UWESO) Orphanage centre.
It was an early Christmas gift to the kids let alone meeting some of the big wigs in Ugandan football.
The FUFA Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities have been taken to Missionaries for the Poor in Kisenyi, Luzira Upper Prison, Arua Children’s Remand Home and St Paul’s Church in Kumi.
The mood at UWESO Centre changed drastically but positively and in a joyous mood from the kids as the visiting FUFA delegation led by FUFA Vice President and Minister of State for Youth and Children Affairs Hon Florence Nakiwala Kiyingi arrived to officiate as Chief Guest at the event.
The kids greeted the Minister as they reached out for the moment that saw their hands meet their special Guest.
The kids at UWESO Centre in Masulita welcoming the FUFA VIce President Hon. Florence Nakiwala Kiyingi. They flashed the ‘high 5’ while greeting her.
While addressing the gathering the FUFA Vice President conveyed greetings from the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo who is away on official CAF appointments in Tanzania and said that it was a great opportunity to share with the unprivileged during this season.
FUFA Vice President Hon. Florence Nakiwala Kiyingi handing over one of the soccerballs to the Captain of the football team at UWESO Centre Matovu Nasif donated by FUFA.FUFA Vice President Hon. Florence Nakiwala Kiyingi presents an original Uganda Cranes jersey to the UWESO Head of Programmes Silvanus Bob Turyamwijuka
What they said at the event;
Hon Florence Nakiwala Kiyingi
‘I am humbled to be here because it is great to share with the children especially the vulnerable. This is the heart of the children activities in Uganda that is why we decided to reach out to this community through football’
‘We are here to join the efforts of our mother Janet Museveni who 30 years ago started this centre. She also tries her level best to sustain it and ensure the comfort of the inhabitants. The football industry needs to give back to the community and that is why we are here to deliver items for the football family to make sure that you develop sports from a tender age’
UWESO Head of Programmes- Silvanus Bob Turyamwijuka
‘It is a landmark because FUFA is such a big institution which anyone would like to associate with. The kids have been talking about FUFA President’s name Magogo. It is good they have socialized with FUFA people today’
The Captain of the football team at UWESO Centre Matovu Nasif showing his soccer skills immediately after getting a ball from FUFA Vice President
Uganda National U-17 Team Captain-Garvin Kizito Mugweri
‘I would like to advise you to remain focused and disciplined. You must also have targets in life. Leaving the streets and coming here is one of the ways to get to the top. Never lose hope as life is full of challenges’
Kzito and his assistant captain later played football with the kids.
Uganda National U-17 Team captain Garvin Kizito Mugweri (with the ball) played football with the kids at UWESO Centre in MasulitaUganda National U-17 assistant captain Thomas Kakaire alos attended the event. He excited the kids with his soccer skills.
FUFA donated Uganda Cranes jerseys, soccer-balls and refreshments.
The FUFA delegation was also taken on a guided tour of the centre. The FUFA delegation had Paul Mukatabala Edward Kalungi (Ex-Internationals), FUFA Marketing Director Esther Musoke, Communications Manager Ahmed Hussein and Leila Nankya (Events Manager).
MAIN PHOTO: FUFA Vice President Hon. Florence Nakiwala Kiyingi in a group photo with UWESO staff, FUFA Secretariat and children in Masulita
Uganda’s Fixtures at the AFCON U1-7 Finals in Tanzania 14th-28th April 2019
Angola vs Uganda
Uganda vs Tanzania
Nigeria vs Uganda
Group A: Tanzania, Angola, Nigeria and Uganda
Group B: Guinea, Cameroon, Senegal and Morocco
Uganda National U-17 Team (Cubs) has been drawn on Thursday in Group A alongside hosts Tanzania, Angola and Nigeria ahead of the Total U-17 Africa Cup of Nations Finals.
The draw was conducted at Mlimani City Conference Centre in Dar es Salam, Tanzania-the hosts of the tournament.
Uganda will enter the tournament bouyed by their great record on Tanzania soil having beaten the hosts in the semifinals of the CAF Regional Qualifiers. Uganda won 3-1 against Tanzania in the last four stage.
Uganda U-17 Head coach Peter Onen;
‘We shall prepare well enough to get the best results. I trust my team has been looking forward to the draw. The fans in Tanzania will be out to enjoy another brand of great football from the Champions Uganda as they face Angola and Nigeria. We know Tanzania will be seeking revenge against my boys on the pitch but we know how to handle such situations that come with pressure’
Onen Peter during the press conference after his victory against Ethiopia
The AFCON U17 Finals are set for 14-28 April 2019. The teams that make the semifinal stage will all qualify for the FIFA U17 World Cup finals to be hosted by Peru in 2019.
The FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo also attended the draw as he was delegated by CAF President Ahmad Ahmad to represent him at the draw. Magogo is also a CAF Executive Member.
FUFA President and other CAF officials during the draws in Tanzania
The Round of 64 of the Stanbic Uganda Cup (45th Edition) gets underway this Friday with three fixtures involving three top-flight clubs. Other games will be played on Sunday 23rd, Monday 24th and Wednesday 26th December 2018.
Teams from all the eight regional Associations’ preliminary rounds were confirmed and allocated based on the draw conducted on Monday 17th at Serena Hotel.
Among the giants, Cup holders KCCA FC will begin their title defence at home when they host Amuka Bright Stars on Wednesday 26th December.
On the same date, last season’s runners-up Vipers SC will play against Rusekere Growers FC at St Mary’s Stadium Kitende.
Record cup winners Express start their campaign on Sunday away in Arua with Paidha Black Angels while SC Villa and URA FC will host Lugazi Municipal and JMC Hippos respectively.
Teams that will have the most goals scored in a match will qualify for the round of 32, however, if both teams tie on goals in regular time the winner shall be determined by kicks from the penalty mark.
The prize money for this season’s best performing teams was increased from UGX 90M to 120M. All clubs that make it to the last 16 teams will be entitled to receive prize money.
L-R FUFA Chairman Marketing and Communications Committee Rogers Byamukama, Senior Marketing Manager Stanbic Bank Sonia Karamagi, FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo and FUFA Competitions Director Hajati Aisha Nalule holding the Stanbic Uganda Cup at Serena Hotel today during the draw of round of 64.
Round of 64 fixtures
Fri, 21-Dec 2018 SC Villa Vs Lugazi Municipal FC – Namboole Stadium 4:00PM
Fri, 21-Dec 2018 Water FC Vs Saviors FC – Wankulukuku 4:00PM
Fri, 21-Dec 2018 Mbarara City FC Vs Maroons FC -Kakyeka Stadium 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 Akadot FC Vs Kitara FC – Kumi 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 Admin FC Vs Doves All Starts FC Paya- Tororo 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 Bumate FC Vs Ntinda FC Christ Hihh- Bumate 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 BUL FC Vs Kataka FC Njeru Tech. Centre 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 U touch Vs Mvara Boys FC Pece 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 Kyetume FC Vs UPDF FC Nakisunga Ground 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 Paidha BA FC Vs Express FC Green Light Stadium 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 Free Stars FC Vs Edgars Y A FC Bishops SS-Mukono 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 Busia Young FC Vs Onduparaka FC Madibira Ground 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 St Stephen FC Vs Budondo FC Luzira SSS 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 Soroti FC Vs Synery FC Soroti 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 Bukedea TC FC Vs Dove FC Bukedea 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 Tooro UTD Vs Entebbe FC Buhinga Ground 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 Kigezi FC Vs Kiboga Young Kabale Stadium 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 Calvary FC Vs Kabale Sharp FC Midigo- Yumbe 4:00PM
Mon, 24-Dec 2018 Wakiso Giants FC Vs Vision FC Bugembe Stadium 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 Mbarara FC Vs Kirinya JSS FC Kakyeka Stadium 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 Bright Stars FC Vs Kazo Excel FC Mwererwe 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 East Land FC Vs Nyamityobora FC Bukedea 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 Kireka UTD FC Vs New Villa FC Namboole Out 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 Nkambi Coffee FC Vs Koboko Rising Stars FC Kasana_Nyendo-Masaka 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 Police FC Vs Boma FC Star Times- Lugogo 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 URA FC Vs JMC Hippos FC Namboole Stadium 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 Ndejje Univ FC Vs Kansai Plascon FC Ndejje University 4:00PM
Sun, 23-Dec 2018 Nebbi Central FC Vs CATDA FC Nebbi 4:00PM
Mon, 24-Dec 2018 Kira UTD FC Vs St Mary’s FC Namboole 4:00PM
Mon, 24-Dec 2018 Proline FC Vs Light SS Star Times- Lugogo 4:00PM
Wed, 26-Dec 2018 Vipers SC Vs Rusekere Growers FC St Marys Kitende 4:00PM
Wed, 26-Dec 2018 KCCA FC Vs Amuka Bright Stars FC Star Times- Lugogo 4:00PM
MAIN PHOTO:2017/2018 Stanbic Uganda Cup winners KCCA FC
FUFA has observed that there have been statements made in the media attributed to KCCA FC Manager Mike Mutebi about predetermination of football results in the top flight League.
The matter at hand will be brought before the Statutory competent bodies of FUFA and will be managed to conclusion.
As FUFA, we reiterate our position that sporting results must be determined in line with the FIFA 17 Laws of the Game.
The Government of Uganda through the National Council of Sports (NCS) under the Ministry of Sports and Education has recognised the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) among the the top performing Sports federations in the 2018 calendar year.
The recognition was made on Tuesday evening during an end of year awards convention-cum- dinner held at the MTN Indoor Arena, Lugogo for NCS with all the over 45 sports federations in the country.
FUFA, Uganda Netball Federation (UNF), Uganda Athletics Federation (UAF), Uganda Cricket Association (UCA), Uganda Rugby Union (URU), Uganda Woodball Federation(UWbF), Association Of Uganda University Sports (AUUS) and Federation of Motorsport Clubs of Uganda (FMU) were all recognised for the outstanding performances in the closing year.
Minister of State for Sports Hon. Charles Bakabulindi hands over the plaque for recognition to FUFA President to Eng. Moses Magogo (L) at Lugogo
FUFA was represented by a strong team led by President Eng. Moses Magogo, the 1st FUFA Vice President Justus Mugisha and FUFA Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Edgar Watson.
Speaking on behalf of all the sports federations in the country, Eng. Magogo appreciated the Government for the continued support to sports development and mainly financially.
He also hinted on the desire to perform well since the platform to compete on the international scene has been created before he highlighted the challenges faced by the respective sports federations and associations.
I would like to thank the Government of Uganda especially the President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and the First Lady who is also the Minister of Education and Sports Mama Janet Kataaha Museveni for the continued effort to support sports development in the country. We are now international contenders. There is sanity in sports federations with an improved cooperate image. There has been a recognised and improved funding for all sports activities. However, a few challenges such as limited equipment, facilities still remain a barrier. Uganda would be able to host the TOTAL Africa Cup of Nations, but we lack the stadia. I congratulate everyone who has done well in the year 2018.
FUFA Delegation at the NCS Awards Convention L-R Edgar Watson (CEO), Justus Mugisha ( FUFA 1st VP), FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo and Minister of State for Sports Hon Charles Bakkabulindi at Lugogo
Chief guest at the function, also the State minister in charge of Sports Hon. Charles Bakabulindi handed over the beautiful plaque to Eng. Magogo, who was accompanied to the podium by the CEO Watson and the first vice president Mugisha.
Chairman of the National Council of Sports Bosco Onyik called upon all the sports federations to prepare adequately since they manage sporting affairs directly with the players. He also hinted of the new sporting federations added to the already swelling list in the year 2018.
Hon. Bakabulindi thanked the efforts of Sports federations in their respective roles to promote sports in the country. He vowed to continue lobbying for their improved facilitation as the new year comes knocking.
A giant cake was served to all the guests. L-R NCS Chariman Bosco Onyik, MInister of State for Sports Hon. Charles Bakkabulindi, FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo and Ag. General Secretary Dr. Patrick Bernard Ogwel cutting the cake with representatives from other sports federations.
The guests wined and dined with a cake served to all in merry making style at the year ending event.
A couple of outstanding National Council of Sports staff were also recognised for the tremendous effort.
FUFA has had a wonderful year 2018 where the Uganda Cranes Qualified for the Africa Cup of Nations 2019, Uganda U-17 National team (Cubs) made it to the AFCON U-17 Finals for the first time, the Uganda Women National team took part in the CECAFA Women Championship in Rwanda and COSAFA in South African finishing 2nd and 3rd respectively. KCCA FC reaching the Group stages of the CAF Champions League and the successful completion of the various FUFA Competitions and other activities also bring out the highlights in football.
There were also achievements off the field as the federation purchased two buildings in Mengo for the extension of FUFA Offices, started the works on the Kadiba grounds and also bought land in Lugazi for the construction of the FUFA Stadium.
The sponsorships that came in to football are also a beautiful story to write home about as StarTimes took over the Uganda Premier League while Airtel renewed the deal with FUFA and Uganda Cranes.
MAIN PHOTO: L-R- FUFA CEO Edgar Watson, UOC President William Blick, FUFAPresident Eng. Moses Magogo, Minister of State for Sports Hon. Charles Bakabulindi and FUFA 1st VP Justus Mugisha
Following various media reports, FUFA would like to make clarification to different stakeholders on the matter as below;
1-Tooro United FC-a Member of FUFA and playing in the StarTimes Uganda Premier League sought permission from FUFA to travel to Vietnam for the BTV Cup.
2-In the various correspondences between FUFA and Tooro United FC, the club was asked to meet certain requirements among them presenting a list of players of those at the club or attached to it under the FUFA data system but currently playing in other clubs. Such players would need clearance from the clubs they are playing for currently. This exercise is ongoing but some players haven’t been cleared yet.
3-Tooro United FC was reminded about meeting all necessary requirements and compliance in line with the FUFA, CAF and FIFA regulations especially in regard to the FIFA International Regulations in force, this includes getting clearance from the Asia Football Federation.
Finally, based on the above clarification, the football family is reminded that it is one of FUFA’s cardinal roles to promote beautiful game by allowing its members and clubs participate in international competitions but within the rules and regulations.
Uganda’s list of international referees for 2019 will have four new faces as approved and forwarded back to FUFA by world soccer governing body FIFA.
The new kids on the block are Murungi Diana and Ayaro Florence (FIFA Women Referees) while Kawagga Bazirio Keneddy is a FIFA Beach Soccer Referee.
‘The office of the CEO is in receipt of the approved list of FIFA referees for 2019. FUFA would like to congratulate the referees as we continue to promote Integrity, Fitness and Performance (IFP) with a group that plays a key role in the beautiful game of football. The referees are expected to maintain high standards when selected for duty on the domestic and international scene. We are also glad that the number of FIFA referees has increased by one slot from 21 last year to 22 in 2019’ said FUFA Communications Manager Ahmed Hussein
The full list of Ugandan FIFA Referees 2019:
Referees (Men): Miiro Brian Nsubuga, Ssali Mashood, Muhabi Alex, Sabilla Ali Chelangat and Oloya William
Assistant referees (Men); Ssonko Mark, Okello Dick, Katenya Ronald, Okello Lee, Balikoowa Musa Ngobi and Masembe Issa.
Uganda’s most famous knock out football competition, the ‘Stanbic Uganda Cup’ for the 2018/19 season is back bigger and better with an increase in prize money for the participating clubs and exciting rewards for football fans.
This was announced during the launch of the tournament held on Monday, 17th December 2018 at Kampala Serena Hotel. At the same event, the draws for the round of 64 were conducted.
This season, the tournament will mark the 45th edition since its inception in 1971.
The 2018/19 edition was officially launched by the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo flanked by the Senior Marketing Manager of Stanbic Bank, Sonia Karamagi, FUFA Executive committee member ( Chairman Marketing and Communications Committee Rogers Byamukama), FUFA Competitions Director Hajati Aisha Nalule, FUFA Marketing Director Esther Musoke, and FUFA Deputy CEO Humphrey Mandu.
The prize money has been increased from Ug.shs 90M to Ug.shs 120M with the winning club smiling home with Ug.shs 40M, runners up Ug.shs 20M, semi-finalists Ug.shs 10M, quarter-finalists Ug.shs 5M and Ug.shs 2.5M for each of the clubs that finish at the round of 16 stage.
L-R: Rogers Byamukama, Sonia Karamagi, and Eng. Moses Magogo at Kampala Serena Hotel during the Stanbic Uganda Cup launch and draws for Round of 64
Addressing the media before the official launch and round of 64 draws, the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo re-echoed the essence of such a tournament as the Stanbic Uganda Cup in as far as rhyming with FUFA vision of being the top footballing nation in Africa as well as the mission of developing the game through competitions.
‘Our Vision as FUFA is to become the top footballing nation in Africa on and off the pitch. The mission is to develop the game through competitions as the Stanbic Uganda Cup. At the end of the 90 minutes, we always have a winner. I thank Stanbic Bank for the trust and confidence in us as a federation. The increased financial resource in terms of prize money is a sign of confidence that external stakeholders (as sponsors) have in FUFA. We shall organize a much better competition. Starting at the round of 16, the games will be live on Television. We shall continue to sell passion and entertainment’ said Eng. Moses Magogo.
Sonia Karamagi, senior Marketing Manager Stanbic Uganda Limited picked Rusekere Growers from teh draw as the away team to play Vipers SC.
Representing Stanbic Bank Uganda, Karamagi further hinted on the need to partner with football in a proven competition as the Stanbic Uganda Cup.
‘Uganda is our home. Football is more than a recreation of late. We want to make this a journey to remember. We have increased the prize money from Shs. 90 Million to Shs 120M. I am so excited and cannot wait for the competition to kick off at the round of 64. We look forward to a great season’ noted Karamagi.
Hajti Aisha Nalule,-FUFA Competitions Director picked Kitara FC from the draw.
Aisha Nalule, FUFA Competitions Director in her brief remarks explained the format of play (knock out for the opening rounds until the semi-finals).
‘Happy that Stanbic Bank has injected in more money for the 45th edition of the Stanbic Uganda Cup tournament.We are happy that more stakeholders are joining the list of football partners in Uganda’ said Rogers Byamukama.
FUFA Deputy CEO Humphrey Mandu during the draws of the 2018/19 Stanbic Uganda Cup round of 64 stageFUFA Marketing Director Esther Musoke during the draws. She picked Paidha Black Angels and Express FC from the drawUBC TV and Magic F.M’s Peter Otai helped in the drawsJulius Ssenyimba of Vision Group drew Kirinya Jinja SS from the boxSC Villa media officer Sharon Adong was also engaged in the draws
Meanwhile, the draws of the round of 64 were held after the launch of the tournament.
The round of 64 will kick off on 18th December 2018 and will move on until the close of the year. Some teams from Kampala, Western and Buganda regions are yet to be known with their qualifiers at the preliminary stage to be completed on Tuesday 18th December 2018. However, the three regions were still included during the draw of the round for 64.
Kawowo Sports’ David Isabirye during the draws for the round of 64FUFA Events Manager Leila Nankya held the draw for Bright Stars at home against a yet to be identified club from the Western region (2)
MAIN PHOTO: L-R FUFA Chairman Marketing and Communications Committee Rogers Byamukama, Senior Marketing Manager Stanbic Bank Sonia Karamagi, FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo and FUFA Competitions Director Hajati Aisha Nalule holding the Stanbic Uganda Cup at Serena Hotel today during the draw of the round of 64.
The Paidha Black Angels Sports Club (PBASC) community could not hide their excitement as FUFA spearheaded a reconciliation process of the club’s leadership.
FUFA visited the club on Wednesday and agreed with Paidha Black Angels Sports Club (PBASC) proposal to have a three month interim committee to steer the club leadership and there after officially elect a new one.
Paidha Black Angels Sports Club has since its promotion to the Uganda top flight football been entangled in leadership wrangles turmoil that threatened the future of the club. Both Alfred Odaga and Robert Jakony had taken leadership roles of the club.
A group of supporters led by Paidha Town Council had to bring in another leadership of Mr. Rasul Oryem to help the club keep in the Premier League amidst internal fights.
FUFA CEO Edgar Watson talking to briefing Paidha Black Angles officials on Wednesday.
FUFA’s visit led to fruitful deliberations with all stakeholders at the club as an interim committee was set up.
The current team led by Rasul Oryem agreed to incorporate Odaga and Jakony although the latter could not propose a member to join the interim committee.
The meeting was chaired by FUFA Vice President Darius Mugoye. He was flanked by FUFA CEO Edgar Watson, Executive member representing West Nile Ariga Rasoul, Executive Member in charge of membership Mukidi Kalyebala, FUFA Member Association Officer Kenyi Swalley, FUFA Legal Manager Denis Lukambi and Uganda Premier League CEO Bernard Bainamani.
The Community which is no doubt passionate about football and so excited by the move FUFA took to reconcile their own danced as they led FUFA and Paidha Town Council officials from venue of the reconciliation meeting to Barokoro Stadium.
Paidha Black Angles Town Clerk Esmond Odata (M) talking to Phaidha officials after revealing the interim committee
Paidha Black Angels FC Interim Committee
Chairman-Rasul Oryem
Vice Chairman Jalar Silvio
Treasurer- Agenonga Bosco
Technical & Devpt -Okello William
Legal Affairs- Giramiya Joan
Youth rep-Sam Okello
Additions: Anyoli Maria & Odaga Alfred.
MAIN PHOTO: L-R Uganda Premier League CEO Bernard Bainamani, FUFA CEO Edgar Watson, FUFA Legal officer Denis Lukambi, FUFA EXCO Member Mukidi Kalyebala, Phaidha Town Clerk Esmond Odata, FUFA 2nd Vice President Darius Mugoye, and FUFA EXCO Member Ariga Rasoul after the meeting on Wednesday.
