The Crested Cranes’ hopes of clinching their maiden 2018 CECAFA Women Challenge Cup Rwanda was brought to an end on Wednesday following a 2-2 draw with Rwanda.
Despite dominating possession and taking the lead on two occasions at Stade de Kigali, Nyamirambo, the Crested Cranes couldn’t get the much needed three points.
Teenager Lilian Mutuuzo gave Uganda the lead in the 54th minute butlater cancelled by Ibangarye Anne Marie in the 62nd minute. As the game progressed, Alupo Norah who features for Olila Women Football club doubled the lead with a stunning header from Zaina Namuleme’s cross in the 75th minute. Mukeshimana Jeanette scored late in the game with three minutes to go.
Lilian Mutuuzo )L) has been a revelation at the tournament. She is seen here taking on a Rwandese player during the clash on Wedneday.
Though the result leaves Uganda at the top of the standings with 7 points in 4 matches, the odds of clinching the championship are vanished but can finish 2nd.
Crested Cranes captain Tracy Jones Akiror in control of the ball against Rwandan opponentCrested Cranes players celebrate Lilian Mutuuzo’s goal in style
The match was graced by the Deputy Head of Mission-Uganda High Commission Kigali H.E Anne Katusiime, FUFA CEO Edgar Watson and FUFA Exco Member Agnes Mugena (who is in Rwanda as Ciommissioner) and FUFA Finance Director Decolas Kiiza.
From L-R; Kalema Muhamood ( FUFA Cash Officer), Agnes Mugena (FUFA Exco Member) andf FUFA CEO Edgar Watson during the match at Nyamirambo
While talking to Crested Cranes players, Katusiime took pride in the performance of the girls.
‘We were watching and you did wonders. We are really very proud of you, keep it up’
FUFA CEO Edgar Watson applauded the courtesy visit of the Deputy Head of Mission-Uganda High Commission Kigali H.E Anne Katusiime.
‘Our Embassy, Ambassador and Deputy ambassador, this vist to the camp is a proper sign and a good gesture not only to the players but all of us and the entire football fraternity in Uganda’ said Edgar Watson.
He urged the players to put their heads up as FUFA is proud of them.
‘You did your best and showed us we have a team. On behalf of the entire FUFA we are proud of you. We have done our best and we are winners’.
Deputy Head of Mission-Uganda High Commission Kigali H.E Anne Katusiime (Holding bag) and FUFA CEO Edgar Watson (2nd R) while addressing the players
Friday 27th July 2018: Players to travel to Mulago Hospital for the Pre-Competition Medical Tests (PCMA).
Uganda U17 NAtional team got the chance to test themselves in a practice match on Wednesday against Super Cubs featuring in the Rubaga District League, winning comfortably 5-1 at FUFA Technical center, Njeru.
The match is part of the preparations for the CAF U17 AFCON Qualifiers that will start on 11th August 2018 in Tanzania. Super Cubs is a 4th Division League team.
Kizito Garvin aims at passing the ball during the match on Wednesday in Njeru
St. Peter’s Primary School youngstar Muber Jimmy got a brace, Mukisa Owen of BUL FC Junior Team, Vipers FC Junior Team midfielder Ivan Asaba and Okum Gilidin of Isoke Memorial College were on target with a goal each. Dungu George got the consolation for Super Cubs.
Muber Jimmy flies in the air after scoring against Super Cubs
Uganda Cubs Coach Peter Onen was delighted by the performance of his players.
‘I was looking for a suitable formation for my players. The build up match has given me tactical options and I am impressed by the mobility of my players on the pitch. We shall have more build up games before travelling but we shall stick to our game plan’ noted Onen
Coach Onen Peter talks to the players during half time
Super Cubs XI that fell to the Uganda U-17 National team
Uganda will face Ethiopia in the first game of CAF U17 qualifiers on 12th August in Tanzania.
The prestigious FUFA Drum tournament returns this weekend with the most exciting stage of the last four teams.
West Nile will host Busoga in Arua at Green Light Stadium while Buganda will play Bukedi at home in Mukono at Bishop Ss Grounds both games on Sunday 29th July.
The four Provinces are expected to put up their best football as they battle to put one foot into the main final to be played over two legs.
Buganda Provicne team that edged out Kampala Province from The FUFA Drum
Bukedi’s starlet David Owori who has been in the CECAFA Club Championship with Vipers SC has returned to the team joining his counterpart Julius Poloto of KCCA FC. The two young lads are key players in the Bukedi team.
Buganda who eliminated Kampala in the quarterfinal on 2-1 on aggregate will rely on the services of Onduparaka’s striker Vianne Ssekajugo and KCCA FC forward Patrick Kaddu. Poloto and Kaddu will need to first sort out their CAF Champions League encounter with Esperance on Saturday before thinking abut their Ancestral teams.
The West Nile Province has stars like Fred Amaku and Gadafi Wahab but will need to overcome an equally well assembled Busoga team that boasts of Uganda Cranes players Isaac Isinde and Khalid Aucho. U-20 National team player Hamis Tibita is another key figure for Busoga.
Bukedi Province Team before the 1st leg quarterfinal Drum Match against Ankole in Palisa on Saturday 30th June 2018. Bukedi has been described as a fearless team that has disposed off teams like Acholi and Kampala. Busoga Province team during the 1st leg quarterfinal against Ankole at Kakyeka Stadium, Mbarara on Saturday 30th June 2018
FACTS:
Buganda have not lost any game in the last four matches and they have conceded only one goal.
Bukedi has recorded 3 wins and 1 loss in the last four matches, conceded only once against Acholi.
West Nile is the only Province that won both quarterfinal legs (home and away) without conceding any goal.
Busoga had the highest score in the quarterfinals beating Ankole 3-0 in the 2nd leg.
West Nile has not lost at home. The only set back was a draw against Tooro Province on Match Day 3.
The organisers of the first ever USPA/FUFA media Interaction Day have confirmed new date for the event. The initial dates were not favorable for stakeholders invited for the event now set to be held on 3rd August at Imperial Royale Hotel, Kampala.
The One day open session to sports journalists will see members of Uganda Sports Press Association (USPA) pause questions to the local soccer governing officials who will be led by FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo, Executive Members, CEO Edgar Watson and Heads of Departments.
FUFA Communications Manager Ahmed Hussein confirmed the new date.
‘The USPA/FUFA Media Day will provide the sports media with a platform to get first-hand information from the aristocrats of the game in Uganda. It will also provide the sports media an opportunity to learn more about the activities, systems, projects and how the game is run in the country by FUFA’ said Hussein.
Sports media has played a key role in developing the beautiful game in Uganda. The photo was taken in 2017 when the new Uganda Cranes coach Sebastien Desabre was unveiled at FUFA House in Mengo
‘Communication is important in football development and media adds value in the process. We are very much aware of the kind of support the media has extended to the sport through balanced reporting. FUFA will be heavily represented during the session to interact with the sports media on the day’
For more details about the USPA/FUFA Media Day, reach out to;
USPA General Secretary: Patrick Kanyomozi 0772894711
FUFA Communications Manager: Ahmed Hussein 0758811813
Sports Media are encouraged to send in their questions to;
uspauganda@gmail.com and mediaday@fufa.co.ug to give FUFA the chance to prepare some of the responses that may need illustrations and images.
MAIN PHOTO: A picture from last year’s Football Administration and Management Course (FAMACO) for the Sports media held at the FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.
Uganda National Women Team Crested Cranes is still on the title chase despite suffering a heavy 1-4 defeat at the hands of defending champions Tanzania in the Stede De Kigali on Monday afternoon in their third game of CECAFA Women Challenge Cup.
Shadia Nankya scored a header from Zaina Namuleme’s direct free-kick from the right side in added time of the second half. Crested Cranes had already conceded four times in an unfamiliar fashion.
Shadia Nankya (R) celebrating with Yudaya Nakayenze after scoring against Tanzania
Tanzania’s captain Asha Saada Rachid scored a hat-trick in the 17th , 45th and 52nd minutes whileDonisia Daniel Minja got her team’s second strike.
Crested Cranes head coach Farida Bulega noted with optimism that her team is still focused and looking forward to win the last match against Rwanda’.
Crested Cranes suffered their first loss today but will build confidence on the six points already collected off Kenyaand Ethiopia.
Crested Cranes Forward Juliet Nalukenge (Red) chasing the ball in the match against Tanzania on Monday
‘My girls tried their best but it was not on our day but we are still focused. We have learnt from the errors we have made today. We are here to compete with every team that comes our way. We shall do our best in the last game against Rwanda. We shall fight for glory’ said Bulega
The tournament is played on a round robin basis. The top placed Nation with highest number of points collected will be crowned Champions.
The Crested Cranes defeted Kenya (1-0) and Ethiopia (2-1) in their opening two games.
Crested Cranes deadly winger Lillian Mutuuzo in action during the match against TanzaniaCrested Cranes XI
The Uganda National U17 Team (The Cubs) has began residential training at FUFA Technical Center, Njeru ahead of the CAF U17 regional qualifiers in Tanzania.
Peter Onen is in charge of the team as the Head Coach assisted by Hamza Lutalo and goalkeeping coach Kiberu Mubarak
Coach Peter Onen (10) with his assistants during the training at FUFA Technical Center NjeruUganda Cubs (U17) during the training session at FUFA Technical Center Njeru
The team convened for the preparations on Monday afternoon with 21 players while Rogers John (Onduparaka FC JT), Iddi Abdul Wahid (Onduparaka FC JT), Kenty Anthony (Onduparaka FC JT) and Muber Jimmy (St Peters Primary School – Wakiso) will join the team on Tuesday 24th July.
FUFA Youth Football Development Manager Mutyaba Bashir confirmed the boys in the camp went through a mandatory Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) test to verify their age.
Uganda Cubs (U17) having a prayer after the training session at FUFA Technical Center Njeru
The competition is set to start on 11th August and Uganda Cubs will play Ethiopia in their opener on 12th August.
One country will qualify from the CECAFA Region for AFCON U17 finals to be hosted by Tanzania.
The squad in the camp;
The Media officer on duty for the Uganda U-17 Team is Omaria Bosco.
MAIN PHOTO: Uganda Cubs Head Coach Peter Onen talking to players before the training session at FUFA Technical Center Njeru on Monday.
The Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) communications workshop for Uganda Premier League (UPL), FUFA Big League and Regional Football Association media officers reached its climax on Saturday at the FUFA Technical Center, Njeru.
The five-day workshop was intended to improve and empower media officers with latest trends in communications models to suit the modern day football industry.
Over 40 participants were taken through different modules including theoretical and practical sessions on pre, during and post match-day activities, media graphics, organising different types of press conferences, photography, commentary, videography, digital public relations, and growing trends in football.
Media officers in group discussions on the final day of the workshop
A tweet from one of the participants – Sandra Awori (Vipers SC)
FUFA Human Resource and Capacity building Manager Jackson Nyima, Chairman FUFA Marketing and Communications Chairman Rogers Byamukama, FUFA Communications Manager Ahmed Hussein led the team of instructors at the workshop while former sports journalists Douglas Mazune and Robert Madoi conducted tutorial sessions in Media relations, Ethics and Integrity and digital public relations.
Sharon Adong making a group presentation
FUFA Executive committe Member Issa Magoola who represented the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo urged Uganda Premier league Clubs media officers to develop, promote and protect the game of football in the country as FUFA’s vision states.
In his remarks during the closing ceremony of the the five days’ workshop he appreciated all the instructors and facilitators for providing vital and modern communication content to the participants.
‘We have a five(5) year strategic plan of developing the game of football therefore FUFA designed this programme to empower you with skills on how to develop the game of football through communiation. You are all part of the Federation, we want you to work as a unit to promote the game. Go and apply and practice the skills you have been taught’ said Magoola
Guest of Honor Issa Magoola While addressing the participants during the closing ceremony
Participants appreciated the training, a first of its kind, which has added value on top of their professional media backgrounds.
“The training has equipped us with knowledge on how to communicate in football with internal and external stakeholders as well as handling challenges in public relations. This is a huge step taken by the federation in improving football in all departments,” said Paul Kulumba, the Public Relations Officer of Kirinya Jinja SS FC.
“This course is very relevant and has come at a time our clubs need most because of lack of professionalism in areas of communication. This course has given us a clear understanding of the roles of a club media officer,” added Sharon Adong, SC Villa Jogoo media manager.
Meadia officers during a group presentationMedia Officers in group discussions on the final day of the workshop at the FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru
The list of participants;
Mutaka Joseph (BUL FC), Sandra Awori (Vipers SC), Aminah Babirye (KCCA FC), Lukoya Patrick (Maroons FC), Mwambu Fred (Kirinya Jinja SS) Joseph Collins Semanda (Ndejje University FC), Jjuuko Alan Joel Sewankambo (Bright Stars FC), Kulumba Paul (Kirinya jinja SS), Bakari Mugah Bashir (Police), Adong Sarah (SC Villa Jogoo), Lawrence Mubiru (University Football League), Nsereko Isa Musoke (Soana FC), Lulua Mark (Onduparaka FC), Lematia Adams (Onduparaka FC), Bwogi Vincent (Nyamityobora FC), Muwanga Kenneth (Vipers SC), Kivumbi Joel, (Edgars Youth Programme), Kisembo Juma (Kitara Region FA), Reagan Mulekezi (Kampala Region FA), Abasa Edgar (Mbarara City) Abdu Wasike (Vipers SC), Gordon Roy Mundeyi (Uganda Premier League), Ronnie Lusulire (Proline FC), Esiku Gabriel (North East Region FA), Moi Daniel (Northern Region FA) Nabatanzi Zainabu (Edgars Youth), Toko Badru (West Nile Region FA), Seruyinda Kakungulu Godfrey (Eastern Region FA), Bridget Nakayenga (URA FC), Amuru Gilbert (Bukedea FC), Abdallah Walusimbi (Buganda region FA), FUFA Team-Esther Musoke, Leilah Nankya, Kasirye Alex, OmariaBosco, Hassan Kirunda, Brian Katende, Stephen Mayamba, Mutebi Julius, Bwanika Lawrence
Media Officers in group discussions on the final day of the workshop at the FUFA Technical Centre, NjeruMedia Officers in group discussions on the final day of the workshop at the FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru
MAIN PHOTO: Guest of Honor Issa Magoola with participants some of the Participants
The Uganda National women team Crested Cranes are delivering on all fronts but leaving their doubters in the cold corner following two wins out of two matches in the ongoing CECAFA Women Challenge Cup in Rwanda.
Having dislodged neighbours and rivals Kenya on Thursday (1-0), the Crested Cranes handled by Faridah Bulega kept their feet on ground to plan for the downfall of Ethiopia on Saturday.
Crested Cranes Starting XI against Ethiopia. Standing From L-R; Aturo Ruth, Nakayenze Yudaya, Phionah Nabbumba, Aluka Grace, Nankya Shadia and Namuddu Viola – Front row L-R; Tracy Jones Akiror(C), Namuleme Zaina, Nakachwa Spencer, Lilian Mutuuzo and Nalukenge Juliet. The Crested Cranes were in scintilating form as they came from a goal down to beat Ethiopia 2-1.
The one day rest played the magic and when the ladies got the chance to return to action today, they played gallantly and with heart to secure three points. However they fell to a first half goal in the 39th minute but that didn’t deter their spirits as they kept on searching for the leveler.
Ethiopia Starting XI that fell to Crested Cranes on Saturday
Left fullback Grace Aluka who hit the cross bar on Thursday against Kenya from the free-kick, got it better this time against Ethiopia when the opportunity came her way to get the equaliser for Crested Cranes to make it 1-1 after the break.
Another pivotal player in the defence of the Crested Cranes Yudaya Nakayenze was on the mark with a header after a free kick was delivered by right back Viola Namuddu.
Crested Craes’ Lillian Mutuuzo was unplayable again today.
The game ended 2-1 in favour of Crested Cranes. Uganda will return to action on Monday against Tanzania in a tournament played on a round robin basis.
Crested Cranes players getting tips from their Head coach Faridah Bulega
Crested Cranes coach about the win today
‘The Ethiopians are technically good. They have speed. We conceded 4 goals in the last edition of the CECAFA in Njeru but today is my day. The players followed the instructions. We now have six points but we shall not relax till the last day of the tournament’
Crested Cranes Substitutions made; Naluyimba Esther for Nabbumba Phionah, Namwase Monica for Zaina Namuleme and Bridget Nabisalu for Spencer Nakachwa.
MAIN PHOTO: On the attack- L-R Zainah Namuleme, Skipper Tracy Jones Akiror and one of the goal scorers Grace Aluka were a pain to the Ethiopian defence. Crested Crabes beat Ethiopia 2-1.
Goals: Robert Baruku, Rogers Lwebuga (Kitara), Allan Kyambadde, Daniel Sserunkuma (Uganda Cranes)
Uganda Cranes head coach Sebastien got the real love from the people of Kasese when the National team kicked off the 2018 regional tours this weekend.
It was the first time for the Frenchman to take the Uganda Cranes out on the tour. Kitara named a team as per the rules and regulations of the competition (Non Uganda premier League players) but matched the Uganda Cranes players over the 90 minutes.
The match attended by mammoth crowds ended in a 2-2 at Nyakasanga grounds-Kasese. Uganda Cranes took the lead through Allan Kyambadde before Kitara equalised through Robert Baruku. Kitara later scored their second to send the home fans in total joy. Rogers Lwebuga was the man who had raised Kitara’s hopes with a possible winner over Cranes until Daniel Sserunkuma dashed their hopes of picking up a first ever win over Cranes of the Regional Tours. Uganda Cranes has played Kitara three times-won 2 of the outings.
Taddeo Lwanga being checked by two Kitara players
Earlier today Uganda Cranes was involved in a Corporate Social Responsibility activity within Kasese as they visited Kilembe Mines Hospital and a soccer Academy called Sports Club Bronken. Uganda Cranes head coach and FUFA Marketing Director Esther Musoke led the FUFA team to these two places. The Uganda Cranes regional Tours are sponsored by Airtel and Nile Special.
Pictorial
Uganda Cranes Starting XI against Kitara in KaseseFearless Kitara XI that almost recorded their first ever win over Uganda Cranes only to be denied by Daniel Sserunkuma late in the game.
Part of the Crowds that turned up for the Kitara vs Uganda Cranes match in Kasese on SaturdayFUFA Marketing Director Esther Musoke (R) talking to a Sister at Kilembe Mines Hospital.The joy of meeting a National team coach. A promising young footballer greets Sebastien in Kasese
I need some tips from you: A young goalkeeper enjoying a moment with Uganda Cranes goalkeeper Isma Watenga (R)Uganda Cranes players and their head coach Sebastien cleaning the compound at Kilembe Mines Hospital
Group photo of players at SC Bronken with Uganda Cranes players
Uganda Cranes Head coach Sebastien Desabre has expressed utmost excitement about the National team’s regional tour campaign. championed by team sponsors Airtel Uganda and partners Nile special as an opportunity for him to access and identify new players.
The core aim of the campaign is to avail millions of the Uganda Cranes fans across Uganda who never make it to Namboole to catch their idols in action but hear, read or watch them on radios, papers and television respectively.
Uganda Cranes players training at Nyakasanga grounds in Kasese
Speaking to local media after the team’s acclimatization training at Nyakasanga grounds in Kasese, the venue for Saturday’s fixture against Kitara region select side, the French tactician expressed his joy.
Uganda Cranes coach Sebastien Desabre is in Kasese for the first time. He is hopeful of spotting more talent through the regional tours.
‘I continue to learn a lot about Ugandan football. It is my first Uganda Carnes regional tour game. It is another development programme like the FUFA Drum that gives me chance to identify and check out many more other players across the country. It a National team match so all players have equal opportunity to prove themselves’
Uganda Cranes Contingent in Kasese:
Technical team;
Sebastien Desabre – Head Coach
Matia Lule – Assistant Coach
Fred Kajoba – Goalkeeping coach
Ronald Kisolo – Team Doctor
Joseph Kasana – Team Coordinator
Lawrence Kizito – Kits Officer
Esther Musoke (FUFA Marketing Director)
Stephen Mayamba, Brian Katende and Shafiq Mutebi (FUFA Media team)
Uganda Cranes Squad:
Saidi Keni (Proline FC), Isma Watenga (Vipers Sc), Musitafa Mujuzi (Proline FC), Bashir Asiku (Vipers SC), Geoffrey Wasswa (Vipers SC), Joseph Nsubuga (SC Villa Jogoo), Paul Patrick Mbowa (URA FC), Aggrey Madoi (Vipers SC), Tadeo Lwanga (Vipers SC), Nicholas Kasozi (SC Villa Jogoo), Ivan Eyam (Kataka FC), Yayo Kato Lutimba (Vipers SC), Moses Waiswa Ndhondi (Vipers SC), Abraham Ndugwa (Masavu FC), Milton Karisa (Vipers SC), Allan Kyambadde (SC Villa Jogoo), Martin Kizza (SC Villa Jogoo), Joel Madondo (K-Jinja SS), Nelson Senkatuka (Bright Stars FC) and Dan Sserunkuma Muzeyi (Vipers SC)
Kitara Squad summoned:
Ochom Bruno (Bumatte United), Jamil Kiyimba (Kitara FC) (Goalkeepers), Mudaki John (Sun City FC), Rwebuga Rogrs (New Villa), Ramathan Karim (New Villa), Karim Ibrahim (Sun City), Eliano Samson (Dove FC), Tuhumule Karungi (Kalibwoya FC), Kasingo Godfrey (Sun City), Ronald Kyamanywa (Dove FC), Ahumuza Rogers (Kitara FC), Sunday Godfrey (New Villa), Huud Salim (Sun City Fc), Musa Santo (Sun City), Dassy Musimenta (Create Peace), Ibrahim Kiringabakwe (SC Bronken), Byamukama John (Bumatte FC), Baluku Robert (Sun City FC), Elkate Ephraim (Sun City FC).
FUFA Communications Workshop 17th July-21st July 2018 FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru
FUFA’s 5 year strategic plan has taken a firm ground with yet another capacity building session by organising a Communications workshop for the Uganda Premier League, FUFA Big League and Regional Football Association media officers at the FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.
The workshop running from 17th -21st July 2018 has also attracted the National team media officers .
Over 40 media officers are part of the training that is aiming at empowering the group with the latest communication basics of the modern game through theory and practical sessions.
The training has equipped media officers on how to Communicate in football with internal and the external stakeholders and handle challenges with public relations.
The course modules covered practicals for the media officers on how to control, handle non match Day and Match Day games activities that involve pre-match interviews and post match interviews.
The other topics covered saw the Media officers taken through sessions in organising press conferences, filling the Media start list, match graphics, mixed zone interviews, post match conferences, Live Commentary, videography, photography and live streaming.
Club Media officers conducting a Post Match Press Conference during the training. Media officers taking photos at a pre-match press conference practical session during the workshop Media officers taking positions going through Videography practicals
Media officer also had tutorial theory sessions in digital public relations, ethics and integrity which are all part of the training.
Douglas Mazune took the Media Officers through the Media Relations during the workshop at Njeru Technical Center.
This is one of the steps FUFA has taken to professionalise Club football through capacity building in order to fulfill the vision of becoming the number one football Nation on the continent.
Fifteen (15) out of 16 Uganda Premier League clubs registered for the workshop. FUFA Big League side Proline FC are also represented in Njeru. Express FC and Paidha Black Angles FC missed out on the training.
FUFA Human Resource and Capacity building Manager Jackson Nyima, Chairman FUFA Marketing and Communications Chairman Rogers Byamukama, FUFA Communications Manager Ahmed Hussein were the Instructors while eperienced sports journalists Douglas Muzune and Madoi Robert took the Media Officers through key areas of Media relations, Ethics and Integrity, digital public relations tutorial.
FUFA Communications Manager Ahmed Husein conducting sessions with the Media Officers during the workshop in Njeru.Robert Madoi taking Media Officers through a session about the Digital Public relations lectures during the workshop.
FUFA Marketing Director Esther Musoke and FUFA Events Manager Leila Nankya also contributed to the training sessions.
L-R FUFA Instructors Jackson Nyiima, Esther Musoke, Robert Madoi, Rogers Byamukama, Douglas Muzune, Leila Nankya and Ahmed Husein Masha during the clubs’ Media officers’ workshop in Njeru.
The workshop will climax on Saturday 21st July 2018.
Media officers in Njeru for the workshop
Mutaka Joseph (BULFC), Sandra Awori (Vipers SC), Aminah Babirye (KCCA FC), Lukoya Patrick (Maroons FC), Mwambu Fred (Kirinya Jinja SS) Joseph Collins Semanda (Ndejje University FC), Jjuuko Alan Joel Sewankambo (Bright Stars FC), Kulumba Paul (Kirinya jinja SS), Bakari Mugah Bashir (Police), Adong Sarah (SC Villa Jogoo), Lawrence Mubiru (University Football League), Nsereko Isa Musoke (Soana FC), Lulua Mark (Onduparaka FC), Lematia Adams (Onduparaka FC), Bwogi Vincent (Nyamityobora FC), Muwanga Kenneth (Vipers SC), Kivumbi Joel, (Edgars Youth Programme), Kisembo Juma (Kitara Region FA), Reagan Mulekezi (Kampala Region FA), Abasa Edgar (Mbarara City) Abdul Wasike (Vipers SC), Gordon Roy Mundeyi (Uganda Premier League), Ronie Lusulire (Proline FC), Esiku Gabriel (North East Region FA), Moi Daniel (Northern Region FA) Nabatanzi Zainabu (Edgars Youth), Toko Badru (West Nile Region FA), Seruyinda Kakungulu Godfrey (Eastern Region FA), Bridget Nakayenga (URA FC), Amuru Gilbert (Bukedea FC), Abdallah Walusimbi (Buganda region FA), FUFA Team-Esther Musoke, Leilah Nankya, Kasirye Alex, OmariaBosco, Hassan Kirunda, Brian Katende, Stephen Mayamba, Mutebi Julius, Bwanika Lawrence
Some of the graphics made by media officers for practical sessions during the training Media officers demostrating how players lineup in a group photo Another group of Media Officers ready for the game but showing how players line up for an official group photo.
MAIN PHOTO: A group photo of FUFA Instructors and Club Media officers during the workshop at Njeru technical Center.
Kenya (Harambee Starlets) 0-1 Uganda (Crested Cranes)
Uganda Women National Team-Crested Cranes edged Kenya in the opening match of the 2018 CECAFA Women Challenge Cup played at the Stade de Kigali, Nyamirambo on Thursday.
The Crested Cranes won 0-1 with teenager Lillian Mutuuzo scoring the goal in the 7th minute.
Mutuuzo who was born on 22nd December 2002 plays on the right wing but was a thorn to Kenya’s backline.
Prayer session for the Crested Cranes players prior to kick off
Gallant defending by the backline led by Yudaya Nakayenze, Shadia Nankya, Viola Namuddu and Aluka Grace (same players who faced Kenya in the AFWCON Qualifiers ealry this year) were alert for the entire game.
Uganda Crested Cranes players celebrate the after the lone strike.
Tracy Akiror captained the team in the absence of Hasifah Nassuuna
The youthful Crested Cranes Starting XI that defeated Kenya in Kigali on ThursdayTime for the Uganda National Anthem on the Crested Cranes benchNational Anthem moment for Crested Cranes players before taking on Kenya in KigaliTime for the toss of the coin. Crested Cranes skipper Tracy Jones Akiror is on the right
Uganda returns to action on Saturday, 21st July 2018 against Ethiopia at the Stade De Kigali.
The starting line-up of Crested Cranes (Uganda Women National team) to face Kenya today afternoon in the CECAFA Women Championship in Rwanda has been released by head coach Faridah Bulega.
The two rival countries face off at 3pm (UG Time, 2pm Rwanda time).
Saturday 21-7-2018
Ethiopia Vs Uganda Stade de Kigali (2pm)
Monday 23-7-2018
Uganda vs Tanzania -Stade de Kigali (2pm)
Wednesday 25-7-2018
Uganda vs Rwanda -Stade de Kigali, (4pm)
After safely arriving in the Rwandan Capital-Kigali on Tuesday morning, the Uganda Women National football team -Crested Cranes and all the officials were accommodated at Hotel Hilltop and Country Club.
On Tuesday evening, the girls from the Pearl of Africa under female tactician Faridah Bulega with the help of Edward Kaziba and James Magala-Goalkeepers’ coach together with the fitness trainer Oliver Mbekeka conducted their first training in Kigali at the Mumena artificial turf stadium.
On duty-Crested Cranes players during the drills in Kigali
The main focus during the training was ball control and passing, long range shooting plus how to deal with dead ball situations.
The coach’s excitement was noticeable after the training which she later shared with fufa.co.ug that the girls are in fine shape.
Goalkeepers on duty with their coach James Magala (Orange top)
“I have a reason to smile due to the positive reaction from my players. We have been dealing with shooting from a distance and dead ball situations to cub the goal drought from our team. In this situation we also chose who is to take responsibility when the team wins set pieces” said Bulega
Crested Cranes players stretching for top fitness before they take on Kenya on Wednesday
She added that her preparations aren’t focused at a specific team but which ever opponent who comes her way.
Tactical session involving all the three coaches L-R James Magala, Bulega Faridah and Edward Kaziba
Five teams are taking part in this year’s competition that is Rwanda (hosts), Kenya, Tanzania, Ethiopia and Uganda.
The Crested Cranes will train today at 2pm (Uganda time) at Stade De Kigali ahead of tomorrow’s clash with Kenya.
MAIN PHOTO: Striker Zaina Namuleme aims at shooting during practice on Tuesday in Kigali.
The 2018 CECAFA Women Championship kicks off this Thursday on 19th July 2018. 20 players of the Uganda Women Nation Team (Crested Cranes) have travelled to Rwanda ahead of this year’s Championship.
5 Countries are to participate in this Championship which will be played on a round robin format. Crested Cranes’ first fixture will be against Kenya on 19th July.
The Uganda Cranes regional tours are back. The first opportunity to host the National senior team this year will head to Kitara Region Football Association in Kasese on Saturday 21st July 2018.
Twenty players have been summoned to start training on Wednesday evening at the StarTimes Stadium, Lugogo.
The team will travel to Kasese on Friday morning.
The Squad:Saidi Keni (Proline FC), Isma Watenga (Vipers Sc), Musitafa Mujuzi (Proline FC), Bashir Asiku (Vipers SC), Geoffrey Wasswa (Vipers SC), Joseph Nsubuga (SC Villa Jogoo), Paul Patrick Mbowa (URA FC), Aggrey Madoi (Vipers SC), Tadeo Lwanga (Vipers SC), Nicholas Kasozi (SC Villa Jogoo), Ivan Eyam (Kataka FC), Yayo Kato Lutimba (Vipers SC), Moses Waiswa Ndhondi (Vipers SC), Abraham Ndugwa (Masavu FC), Milton Karisa (Vipers SC), Allan Kyambadde (SC Villa Jogoo), Martin Kizza (SC Villa Jogoo), Joel Madondo (K-Jinja SS), Nelson Senkatuka (Bright Stars FC) and Dan Sserunkuma Muzeyi (Vipers SC)
The Kitara region select team that lost 6-0 to Uganda Cranes in Masindi (played in 2015).
Uganda Cranes regional tours are sponsored by Airtel and Nile special.
The Uganda Cranes will resume 2019 AFCON Qualification Campaign in September 2018 with a match against Tanzania at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole.
MAIN PHOTO:Tadeo Lwanga (R) in action for Vipers SC against KCCA FC. He is in the 20 man squad summoned for the Uganda Cranes regional tour of Kasese.
Uganda National Women Football Team-Crested Cranes entered day two of residential training at the FUFA Technical Centre in Njeru as they continue with preparations for the forthcoming CECAFA Championship in Rwanda.
Crested Cranes left Kampala on Friday afternoon and will camp in Njeru until Tuesday when they travel to Kigali.
“The atmosphere is good. The players are in good state. We are just waiting for the time to go to Rwanda try to deliver to our abilities’ said Faridah Bulega headcoach Crested Cranes.
Here are some pictures from Njeru
Crested Cranes players planning during training
Winnie Babirye closing in for the ball as others players (L-R) Namuddu Viola, Juliet Nalukenge and Yudaya Nakayenze monitor her movementsTime for Interviews with National team Media officer Joseph MutakaTime to relax bare-footed after training on SaturdayTowering and stylish defender Shadia Nankya of Uganda Martys Lubaga is also in Njeru for the residential camp.
The 2018 Cecafa Women Football Championship is slated for 19July 2018
After 6 days of nonresidential training at Lugogo, the National women’s team (Crested Cranes) is to start residential training at FUFA Technical center Njeru before departure for 2018 CECAFA Championship which begins on 19th July in Rwanda.
As scheduled on the sixth day, Crested Cranes had a buildup match with KJT FC (U17) boys to assess the players.
Crested Cranes defender Nankya Shadia aims to clear the ball
Despite losing by a big margin ( conceded 8 times and replied once), head coach Faridah Bulega believes her targets were achieved. Crested Cranes’ lone goal was scored by Nakachwa Spencer.
‘I have achieved my ambitions having scored against a very talented team. Our tactical play and reaction need more efforts. I am sure by the time we travel to Rwanda the team will be a better side’ said Bulega.
‘Our emphasis during training was more on crossing the balls from the wings and shooting at the goal which i think we have achieved’ added Bulega
With the stiff competition among the girls, Bulega has travelled to Njeru with 25 players. The final squad will have 20 players.
Crested Cranes midfielder Naluyimba Esther being closed in by KJT players for the battle of possession of the ball.
The team will enter camp on Friday and train later in the day at 4pm.
Team in camp;
Goalkeepers: Aturo Ruth, Nakaziro Daisy, Adeke Juliet and Nakiguba Cissy
