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Uganda vs Lesotho: Training Progamme for local based players released

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Total Africa Cup of  Nations Qualifiers (Group L):

  • Uganda Cranes Vs Lesotho
  • 13th October 2018 at Namboole, 4pm
  • 16th October 2018 Lesotho vs Uganda in Maseru

Ticket Fees: 15,000/= (Ordinary), 40,000/= (VIP) & 150,000/= (VVIP)

The official image promoting the Total AFCON 2019 Qualifier between Uganda and Lesotho on 13th October 2018 at Namboole stadium.

The training programme for the Uganda National team-Uganda Cranes and U20/U23 starts this Friday at the StarTimes Stadium, Lugogo.

With the Uganda Cranes set to take on Lesotho in the back to back AFCON 2019 Qualifiers, the head coach Sebastien Desabre is not leaving any stone unturned.

Desabre has already summoned a 33 man squad for the Cranes while a 20 man squad comprising two U-17 players and a selection from the U-20/U-23 category will also have sessions before climaxing with a match between the two Squads on Sunday.

The training will start on Friday morning with the local based players from the StarTimes Uganda Premier League forming the Uganda Cranes.

Training programme-Friday to Sunday

Friday 5th October: Morning Uganda Cranes (Local based players) 8am, 3pm (Select Squad U-17/U-20/U-23 players) at StarTimes Stadium, Lugogo

Saturday 6th October: Morning Uganda Cranes (Local based players) 8am, 3pm (Select Squad U-17/U-20/U-23 players) at StarTimes Stadium, Lugogo

Sunday 7th October: Uganda Cranes (Local based players) vs Select Squad (U-17/U-20/U-23 players) at 10 am StarTimes Stadium, Lugogo

The final Squad of 24 players will be named on Monday to enter residential camp for the tie against Lesotho on 13th October, 2018 at Mandela National stadium.

Uganda Cranes Squad: Denis Onyango (Mamelodi Sundowns), Jamal Salim (El Meriekh), Charles Lukwago (KCCA FC) and Nicholas Sebwato (Onduparaka FC), Isaac Isinde (Kirinya Jinja SS), Murushid Juuko (Simba SC), Timothy Awanyi (KCCA FC), Denis Iguma (Kazma FC), Nicholas Wadada (Azam FC), Bashir Asiku (Vipers SC), Musitafah Kizza (KCCA FC), Musitafa Mujuzi (Proline FC), Bernard Muwanga (KCCA FC), Godfrey Walusimbi (Kaizer Chiefs) FC, Isaac Muleme (Haras El Hodood), Joseph Ochaya (Lusaka Dynamo), Hassan Wasswa (El Geish), Khalid Aucho(Church Hill Brothers, India), Ibrahim Saddam Juma (KCCA FC), Tadeo Lwanga (Vipers SC), Allan Kateregga (Cape Town City), Faruku Miya (Gorica ), Ambrose Kirya (Sc Villa), Allan Okello (KCA FC), Julius Poloto (KCCA FC), Moses Waisswa (Vipers Sc), Milton Karisa( MC Oujda), Allan Kyambadde (KCCA FC), Emma Okwi (Simba SC), Edrisa Lubega (SV Ried), Derrick Nsibambi (Smouha), Patrick Kaddu (KCCA FC),  Nelson Senkatuka (Bright Stars FC)

 

Selected U17/U20 and U-23 Squad

Saidi Keni (Proline FC), Tom Ikara (KCCA FC) (Goalkeepers), Paul Wila (Police FC), Geoffrey Wasswa (Vipers SC), Patrick Mbowa (URA FC), Hassan Musana (KCCA FC), Robert Kitabalwa (St Mary’s Kitende), Alex Komakech (Nyamityobora Fc), Ivan Eyam (Mbarara City FC), Nicholas Kasozi (KCCA FC), Frank Tumwesigye (Vipers SC), Shafik Kuchi Kagimu (URA FC), David Owori (Sc Villa), Joel Madondo (K-Jinja SS), Stephen Desse Mukwala (Vipers SC), Lawrence Bukenya (KCCA FC), Sadat Anaku (KCAC FC), Kakaire Tomas ( Bright Stars Junior Team/ Royal Giant High Sch. Mityana), Iddi Abdul Wahid (Onduparaka Junior Team) and Ashraf Mugume (Police FC)

MAIN PHOTO: L-R Taddeo Lwanga, Isaac Muleme and Denis Guma stretching during training at StarTimes Stadium while on National team duty. The trio has been summoned by head coach Sebastien Desabre to the Cranes Squad for the AFCON Qualifier against Lesotho. 

FUFA Juniors League for players below 19 years of age

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Key points about the FUFA U-19 Juniors League 

  • Players under 19 to feature in the FUFA Juniors League
  • The League will be called ‘FUFA U-19 Juniors League’
  • 16 teams attached to the  clubs in the StarTimes Uganda Premier League are taking part
  • Fixtures have been released as the League starts this weekend

FUFA Competitions Department has released the fixtures for 2018/2019 FUFA U-19 Juniors League. The latest development also comes on the back of confirmation that players under 19 years of age will allowed to take part in the league. The league will revert to the U-17 Category next season to tap another crop of players in that category.

The Official Logo of the FUFA Juniors League launched in 2015.

The league kicks off on Sunday 7th October 2018.

The league involves 16 teams that are divided into two groups codenamed -Treble and Hat-trick-8 teams per group.

The Treble group: KCCA FC SA, Police Armless Brigade, Maroons FC JT, URA FC JT, Vipers SC JT, Paidha Black Angles FC JT, Onduparaka FC JT and Ndejje University FC JT.

The Hat Trick group: Tooro United FC JT, Express FC JT, SC Villa FC JT, Bright Stars FC JT, Nyamityobora FC JT, Mbarara City FC JT, BUL FC JT, and Kirinya Jinja SS FC JT.

The league shall be played over 3 rounds but matches for the third round will be determined by FUFA Competition rules 2018/2019.

Vipers SC JT emerged champions of 2017/2018 season after beating Onduparaka FC JT in the final at StarTimes Stadium Lugogo.

2018/19 Draft Fixtures

Download File Here

MAIN PHOTO: Vipers SC JT players  lifting the 2017/2018 FUFA  U-18 Juniors League Trophy at the StarTimes Stadium Lugogo in June

Governance: Eastern Region FA holds General Assembly in Bugiri

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Eastern Region Football Association General Assembly

Held on 30th September  2018

Ahead of the 94th FUFA Ordinary General Assembly in Kabale,  one of the 8 Member Assoctions of FUFA- Eastern Region Football Associations held its  Assembly on 30th September 2018 at Executive Hotel in Bugiri.

The Regional Assembly was chaired by the Association’s Chairperson Issa Musiwa, together with the Executive Committee members Charles Namakola (Busia), Hussein Mwangu (Tororo), Isaac Mpaanso (Buyende), Yusuf Twala (Kapchorwa), Andrew Wanyama (Namayongo), Zaituni Mutesi (Bugiri), Abdullah Kayiwa (Mbale) among other members.

Eastern Region Football Association delegates during the 2018 Assembly in Bugiri

In his address to the Delegates, Musiwa appealed to FUFA to release funds a bit early to enable the region execute their  activities accordingly.

‘I am thrilled that we realised almost 95% of the quorum for this Assembly. However, we have had constant challenges with financial hardships thus  affect early planning for our projects’ said Issa Musiwa.

Eastern Region Football Association Chairman Issa Musiwa addressing the Delegates during the Assembly at Executive Hotel in Bugiri

FUFA was ably represented by Executive Committee Member Issa Magoola Kakaire who delivered the FUFA President’s message .

‘I am here in various capacities but allow me on behalf of FUFA President to convey his sincere message of great thanks and appreciation towards the development of the game of football’ noted Issa Magoola.

‘The President is way in Cairo for official CAF duties. He wants to empower all the 8 regions to run their activities independently, allow CEO submit reports of activities smoothly’ added Magoola.

FUFA Executive Committee Member Issa Magoola delivering the FUFA President’s message during the Eastern Region Football Association Assembly at Executive Hotel in Bugiri

Former FUFA Excom member Sam Lwere  and FUFA Big League Delegate Faisal Muhammed observed and advised on the progress of the assembly wherever it was deemed necessary.

MAIN PHOTO: Eastern Region Football Association delegates in a group photo after the 2018 Assembly in Bugiri

Uganda Kobs to face South Sudan in the AFCON U-23 Qualifiers

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The Uganda U-23 team (Kobs) has been drawn to play South Sudan in the AFCON Qualifiers with the first round matches taking place between 12thand 20th November. The overall winner over the two legs, will meet Tunisia in the second round between 18th and 26th March 2019. 13 countries have been handed byes into the 2nd round of the competition that has attracted 43 teams. Egypt will host the finals in 2019.

Meanwhile 20 players have been summoned for a two day non-residential training on Friday and Saturday-with the composition of U20 and U23 players. Two U17 National team players have also been included. The Squad will be handled by Mathias Lule under the supervision of Uganda Cranes head coach Sebastien Desabre.

The Squad

Saidi Keni (Proline FC), Tom Ikara (KCCA FC) (Goalkeepers), Paul Wila (Police FC), Geoffrey Wasswa (Vipers SC), Patrick Mbowa (URA FC), Hassan Musana (KCCA FC), Robert Kitabalwa (St Mary’s Kitende), Alex Komakech (Nyamityobora Fc), Ivan Eyam (Mbarara City FC), Nicholas Kasozi (KCCA FC), Frank Tumwesigye (Vipers SC), Shafik Kuchi Kagimu (URA FC), David Owori (Sc Villa), Joel Madondo (K-Jinja SS), Stephen Desse Mukwala (Vipers SC), Lawrence Bukenya (KCCA FC), Sadat Anaku (KCAC FC), Kakaire Tomas ( Bright Stars Junior Team/ Royal Giant High Sch. Mityana), Iddi Abdul Wahid (Onduparaka Junior Team) and Ashraf Mugume (Police FC)

MAIN PHOTO: Uganda U17 striker Iddi Abdu Wahid in action against Ethiopia  in Tanzania

 

FUFA Drum Final: Ssekajugo Late Strike Gives Buganda Advantage Over West Nile

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The FUFA Drum Final

1st Leg

Ssekajugo Late Strike Gives Buganda Advantage Over West Nile

FUFA DRUM Final 2018
First Leg
Buganda 1-0 West Nile

Viane Ssekajugo’s late winner was the difference as Buganda edged past West Nile in the first leg of the FUFA DRUM final at Bishop SS,Mukono on Sunday.

Ssekajugo was also named man of the match. He was handed 100,000= and a plaque presented to him by the Buganda Kingdom sports minister Owek. Henry Sekabembe and The FUFA Drum Chairman Rogers Byamukama.

Ssekajugo was also named man of the match. He was handed 100,000= and a plaque presented to him by the Buganda Kingdom sports minister Owek. Henry Sekabembe and The FUFA Drum Chairman Rogers Byamukama.

After squandering several chances earlier in the game, it was Ssekajugo who struck home deep into stoppage time to hand Buganda the advantage ahead of the return leg in 6th October 2018 in Arua.

Ezra Bida and Shafique Kagimu (Blue) in action at Bishop SS

Buganda dominated proceedings right from the onset and made several efforts at goal. As early as the second minute, Allan Kayiwa almost gave the hosts the lead but lanky defender Rashid Toha made a timely save to deny the former.

There was a penalty claim by Buganda in the 19th minute after a challenge on Ssekajugo by Filbert Obenchan but centre referee George Olemu waved for play on.

Four minutes later, Kayiwa had another chance just outside the area but goalkeeper Nafian Alionzi parried the ball away.

Oromchan Villa encounter Buganda's Enock Walusimbi during the clash at Bishop SS
Oromchan Villa encounters Buganda’s Enock Walusimbi during the clash at Bishop SS

West Nile were forced to make an early change when midfielder Ibrahim Faizul limped off after sustaining an injury and his place was taken by Cromwell Rwothomio Abang who plays for Paidha Black Angels.

Brian Umony had a chance for the visitors three minutes to the hour mark. His ferocious strike however went a few inches wide.

Toha’s goal bound ball was instead headed away by teammate Villa Oromchan. Initially, Mustafa Kizza’s well curled free kick was saved by goalkeeper Nicholas Ssebwato and fell into Toha’s path.

Rashid Toha Eyes for the ball at Bishop SS

Buganda kept surging forward even after recess with Kayiwa and Ssekajugo troubling West Nile’s back line.

The White Rhinos made more changes introducing 20 year old Ezra Bida and Feni Ali for Umony and Abel Eturude respectively.

Buganda too made changes with Baker Buyala and Solomon Walusimbi coming on for Shafik Kagimu and Brian Majwega in that order.

With two minutes added, Ssekajugo scored a late winner to send the home fans into wild celebrations.

Vianney Ssekajugo Celebrates after scoring

Walusimbi’s initial effort rattled off the base of the goal post but Ssekajugo was well stationed to fire into the top of the back of the net.

Guests were entertained through cultural dances

Buganda now carry a one goal advantage ahead of the return leg slated for Saturday, 6th October 2018 at Green Light stadium in Arua.

Buganda Starting XI:

Buganda XI

Nicholas Ssebwato, Ronald Kigongo, Dan Birikwalira,Enock Walusimbi, Savio Kabugo, Abdullah Nyanzi, Vianney Ssekajugo, Shafik Kagimu, Saidi Kyeyune, Allan Katie’s, Brian Majwega

West Nile Starting XI:

West Nile XI

Nafian Alionzi, Geriga Atendele, Mustafa Kiiza, Filbert Obenchan,Rashid Toha, Ronald Orombi, Faizul Ibrahim Anini, Abel Michael Eturude, Brian Umony, Vitalis Tabu, Villa Oromchan

Match Officials and Captains before Kickoff

The FUFA Drum: Buganda vs West Nile; Road to the final

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The FUFA Drum Final -2018

The road to the Final for  Buganda and West Nile

Sunday, 30th September 2018

1st Leg Buganda vs West Nile – Bishops SS, Mukono

2nd Leg West Nile vs Buganda – Green Light Stadium, Arua

Sunday, 6th October 2018

West Nile and Buganda Provinces will compete in the final of the inaugural edition of the FUFA Drum tournament.
The tournament that kicked off in February had 16 provinces take part but it is Buganda and West Nile that managed to reach the final.
Below is the journey for either province right from the group stages;
Buganda Province
Buganda had a dismal start losing their opening game 1-0 to Kigezi at Masaka Recreation ground under coach Mutono Stephen who was shown the exit immediately.
This was followed with a goalless draw away to Acholi province in one of the most watched games in the tournament.
Richard Kasagga (ku kkono) ng'attunka ne Derick Mudali owa Kigezi
Richard Kasagga (ku kkono) ng’attunka ne Derick Mudali owa Kigezi

 

The first victory for Buganda under the stewardship of coach Alex Isabirye came against Lango away in Lira. Allan Kayiwa scored the lone goal of the game.
However, Buganda lost the return leg to Lango 3-1 despite leading the game played at Bishop SS Mukono.
In the penultimate group game, Buganda nicked a hard fought 1-0 win away to Kigezi to boost their chances of advancing to the knockout stage. Diminutive forward Viane Ssekajugo scored the all important goal.
The final group game was against Acholi and Buganda needed maximum points to progress. Goalkeeper Nicholas Ssebwato converted a penalty in Mukono to guide Buganda to the quarterfinals.
At the quarterfinal stage, Buganda which finished second in group B on ten points had to face group C leaders and neighbors Kampala province.
Buganda hosted the first leg in Mukono and Shafik Kagimu’s first half penalty was the difference. The return leg at Wankulukuku ended in a one all draw thus helping Buganda to advance to the semifinals 2-1 on aggregate.
In the semifinals, Buganda hosted the first leg against Bukedi a game they won 1-0 courtesy of Allan Kayiwa but Bukedi replied in similar currency winning 1-0 as well in Tororo and thus the winner had to be determined on kicks from the penalty mark.
Bukedi Province Midfielder David Owori (Red) in control of the ball during the 2nd leg match against Buganda in Tororo
Buganda won the tense penalty shoot out 5-3 to reach the final.
Buganda’s Journey
Group B
Buganda 0-1 Kigezi
Acholi 0-0 Buganda
Lango 0-1 Buganda
Buganda 1-3 Lango
Kigezi 0-1 Buganda
Buganda 1-0 Acholi
Quarterfinals
Buganda 1-0 Kampala
Kampala 1-1 Buganda
Semifinals
Buganda 1-0 Bukedi
Bukedi 1-0 Buganda
Buganda advanced 5-3 on penalties
West Nile Road to the final
West Nile began their campaign away to Karamoja and the game ended in a one all stalemate. This is one of the shocking results of the tournament.
Alfred Leku scored for West Nile while Vitalis Tabu failed to convert a penalty and the home side levelled matters through Majid Ayop.
Karamoja player takes on West Nile’s Alfred Leku (Blue) during match day 1 of the FUFA Drum in Moroto
The White Rhinos however recovered to win their second group game at home(Bar Okoro stadium in Zombo District) against Ankole  province. Rashid Toha and Fred Amaku scored in the 2-0 win.
The next game also at home but played in Arua ended in a goalless draw against visiting Tooro Province.
West Nile made a daunting trip to Fort Portal for the return leg  and a solid and saw them edge Tooro at Buhinga stadium courtesy of Alfred Leku lone goal.
In one of their best performances, West Nile run riot past Karamoja at Green light stadium with a 5-1 win on match day five.
Despite ending the game with a player less after goalkeeper Nafian Alionzi had been sent off, West Nile registered comfortable victory.
Gadaffi Wahab struck a hat trick while Rashid Toha and Ivan Wani added a goal each. Victory meant West Nile had advanced to the quarterfinals with a game to spare.
Wahab Gadafi of West Nile Province receives his Man of the Match prize at Barokoro Ground on Sunday June 3rd 2018.
The final group game was away to Ankole and West Nile were condemned to their first loss. Despite leading the game 2-0 through Fred Amaku and Alfred Leku, Ankole staged a comeback to win the game 3-2.
At the quarterfinal stage, West Nile that had topped group D faced off with group A runners up Bugisu and the former won the contest 2-0 on aggregate.
West Nile’s Shaban Muhammed was tightly man marked by Ankole’s Joseph Akwandanaho in Zombo
Identical wins of 1-0 wins both at home and away helped West Nile to progress to the semifinals. Fred Amaku scored away in Mbale while youngster Ezra Bida scored the home game.
The semifinal clash against Busoga ended goalless over the two legs but West Nile won the penalty shoot out 5-4 to storm the final.
West Nile Striker Brian Umony in action during the 2nd leg semifinal encounter against Busoga in Jinja
West Nile Games
Group D
Karamoja 1-1 West Nile
West Nile 2-0 Ankole
West Nile 0-0 Tooro
Tooro 0-1 West Nile
West Nile 5-1 Karamoja
Ankole 3-2 West Nile
Quarterfinals
Bugisu 0-1 West Nile
West Nile 1-0 Bugisu
Semifinals
West Nile 0-0 Busoga
Busoga 0-0 West Nile
West Nile won 5-4 on penalties

FUFA Drum Final: Buganda vs West Nile; Coaches name strong Squads

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The FUFA Drum

1st Leg Final

30th September 2018

Buganda Province Vs West Nile Province

Bishops Ground, Mukono

Buganda and West Nile tacticians have named players to feature in the 1st leg encounter of the FUFA Drum Final at Bishops Ground in Mukono on Sunday 30th September 2018.

The maiden final will be played on a home and away format that will see Buganda Province host West Nile Province in the 1st leg.

Buganda Province head coach Isabirye Alex Musongola named 20 players for the job.

Buganda Province line up that started against Bukedi in the 1st leg semifinal of the FUFA Drum in Mukono

In his squad, Musongola included Onduparaka FC players  Goalkeeper Nicholas Sebwato, Vianne Sekajugo and Muhammad Hassan who missed the semifinal return leg against Bukedi Province in Tororo. KCCA FC striker Patrick Kaddu also returned to the list after missing the 2nd leg semifinal.

Ethiopian based midfielder Yasser Mugerwa is not part of the squad since he returned to  Ethiopian side Fasil Kenama. He featured in the semifinal 1st leg and made the assist for Allan Kayiwa’s goal against Bukedi.

The rest of the squad has Ssebwalunyo Hannington (Bul FC), Kigongo Ronald (URA FC), Kagimu Shafik (URA FC), Abudallah Nyanzi (URA FC), Joel Mutakubwa (Tooro United FC), Allan Kayiwa (Tooro United FC), Baker Buyala (Tooro United FC), Muyanja Derrick (Kyetume FC), Ssentongo Robert (Kyetume FC), Musa Magulu (Kyetume FC), Kaddu Patrick Henry (KCCA FC), Brian Majwega (Maroons FC), Walusimbi Solomon (Maroons FC), Jooga Rajab (Seeta United FC), Walusimbi Enock (Bright Stars FC), Birikwalira Dan (Bright Stars FC), and Savio Kabugo (SC Villa)

On the other hand, West Nile head Coach Umar Abudallah Loi also confirmed his Sqaud of 22 players ahead of the 1st leg clash.

Key players Toha Rashid, Okocha Rashid, Eturude Abel, Ayko Richard and Ezra Bida return to the squad after missing the 2nd leg semifinal against Busoga Province.

KCCA FC midfielder Gift Ali will not feature for West Nile due to injury problems but Maroons FC player Agau Rashid replaces him in the squad.

Gadafi Wahab and Ceaser Okhuti of Onduparaka FC were not summoned as they are nursing injuries.

West Nile Squad has Ajaib Nafian (URA), Anyama Richard(Onduparaka FC), Atendele Geriga (Koboko Rising Stars)

Kizza Mustafa (KCCA FC), Toha Rashid Freedom (Onduparaka FC), Sabir Nesta Rajab (Kirinya JSS FC),Obenchan Filbert (KCCA FC), Ayko Richard (Onduparaka FC), Okocha Rashid (Onduparaka FC), Orombi Ronald (Maroons FC), Feni Ali (Wakiso Giants), Tabu Vitalis (URA) Agau Rashid (Maroons FC)

Abel Eturude (Onduparaka FC) , Faizal, Oromcan Villa (BUL FC), Amaku Fred (Kirinya JSSS FC)), Omwony Brian (Free Agent), Rwothomiu Cromwel (Paidha Black Angles), Hassan Fatib (Sevilla B), Chika Sydney (Maroons FC), and Bida Ezra (Onduparaka FC)

Both teams meet for the first time in the tournament. Buganda has lost 2 games in the competition while West Nile is unbeaten.

Meanwhile, FUFA confirmed  Olemu George as the center referee, 1st assistant Mwesigwa Ronald and 2nd assistant Referee 2 Sajjabi Geofrey plus the  Fourth Official Madanda Ronald all from Eastern region. The Match Assessor is Rose Rwamuyamba Kitara while Match Commissioner will be Lajan Livingstone

The 1st leg match will kick off at 4:00pm on Sunday

MAIN PHOTO: Wet Nile Province team that started against Busoga in the 2nd Leg semifinal of The FUFA Drum in Jinja.

 

 

 

StarTimes Uganda Premier League 2018/19: Match day 1 referees appointed

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The FUFA Referees Standing Committee (FRSC) has released the officials to handle fixtures on match day one of the StarTimes Uganda Premier League. 6 matches will be played on Friday while the other on Saturday. Mbarara City have not been considered in the fixtures after failing to meet the club licensing requirements for the venue to be used to host their matches. However they have since appealed and now await a decision from the FUFA Appeals Committee.

Here are the appointments for matches on Friday 28th September, 2018;

Onduparaka vs Nyamiyobora-Green Light Stadium, Arua 

Ref: Kirangwa Ronald

AR1: Okello Dick

AR2: Agir Tony

4th Official: Omara Paul

Match Assessor: Adipo Catherine

 

Kirinya Jinja Ss vs Sc Villa-The Mighty Arena-Jinja

Ref: Ssali Mashood

AR1: Nantabo Lydia

AR2: Nagadya Catherine Cynthia

4th Official: Ssemeere Asaduh

Match Assessor: Waiswa Ajab

 

KCCA FC vs Tooro United, StarTimes Stadium, Lugogo

Ref: Oloya William

AR1: Balikoowa Musa

AR2: Mutonyi Jane

4th Bakasambe Rajab

Match Assessor: Kalema Ronnie

William Oloya (M) will officiate KCCA FC vs Tooro United FC

Bright Stars FC vs Maroons FC, Champions Stadium-Mwererwe

Ref: Nabadda Shamirah

AR1: Lusambya Solomon

AR2: Mulindwa Hakim

4th  official Opio Deogratius

Match Assessor: Rosebell Rwamuyamba

FIFA Referee Shamirah Nabadda will be in charge of the Bright Stars FC vs Maroons FC match in Mwererwe

Vipers SC vs Ndejje University, St Mary’s Stadium-Kitende

Ref: Sabilla Ali

AR1: Okello Lee

AR2: Nkumbi Marex

4th Official Akoyi Anna

Match Assessor: Amin Bossa Nkono

 

URA FC vs Paidha Black Angels FC, Mandela National Stadium, Namboole

Ref: Muhabi Alex

AR1: Ssonko Mark

AR2: Katenya Ronald

4th Official Donney Robert

Match Assessor: Waiswa Ali

 

Saturday 29th September, 2018

Police vs BUL FC- StarTimes Stadium, Lugogo

Ref: Olemu George

AR1: Mwesigwa Ronald

AR2: Sajjabi Geofrey

4th  Official Madanda Ronald

Match Assessor: Awuye Yusuf

MAIN PHOTO: FIFA Referee Alex Muhabi appointed to officiate URA FC vs Paidha Black Angels in the StarTimes Uganda Premier League

AFCON Qualifier 2019: Desabre names Cranes’ 33 man Squad for Lesotho

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TOTAL AFRICA CUP OF NATIONS Qualifiers (Group L):

  • Uganda Cranes Vs Lesotho

  • 13th October 2018 at Namboole, 4pm

  • 16th October 2018 Lesotho vs Uganda in Maseru-

Ticket Fees: 15,000/= (Ordinary), 40,000/= (VIP) & 150,000/= (VVIP)

The Uganda Cranes Head coach Sebastien Desabre has summoned a 33 man Squad for the AFCON Qualifier match between Uganda and Lesotho to be played on 13th October, 2018 at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole.

The Squad has 16 foreign based players and the rest are stars from the Uganda Premier League with some coming from the National U-20 team.

Local based players will start training on 5th October before the rest of the squad joins three days later for the residential camp ahead of the back to back ties against Lesotho to be played in a space of four days.

The final squad of 24 players for the residential camp will be named by the head coach on 7th October, 2018.

L-R: Charles Lukwago, Jamal Salim and Denis Onyango have all been summoned. Nicholas Sebwato of Onduparaka is the 4th kepeer.

Players summoned

Goalkeepers: Denis Onyango (Mamelodi Sundowns), Jamal Salim (El Meriekh), Charles Lukwago (KCCA FC) and Nicholas Sebwato (Onduparaka FC).

Rest of the Squad: Isaac Isinde (Kirinya Jinja SS), Murushid Juuko (Simba SC), Timothy Awanyi (KCCA FC), Denis Iguma (Kazma FC), Nicholas Wadada (Azam FC), Bashir Asiku (Vipers SC), Musitafah Kizza (KCCA FC), Musitafa Mujuzi (Proline FC), Bernard Muwanga (KCCA FC), Godfrey Walusimbi (Kaizer Chiefs) FC, Isaac Muleme (Haras El Hodood), Joseph Ochaya (Lusaka Dynamo), Hassan Wasswa (El Geish), Khalid Aucho(Church Hill Brothers, India), Ibrahim Saddam Juma (KCCA FC), Tadeo Lwanga (Vipers SC), Allan Kateregga (Cape Town City), Faruku Miya (Gorica ), Ambrose Kirya (Sc Villa), Allan Okello (KCA FC), Julius Poloto (KCCA FC), Moses Waisswa (Vipers Sc), Milton Karisa( MC Oujda), Allan Kyambadde (KCCA FC), Emma Okwi (Simba SC), Edrisa Lubega (SV Ried), Derrick Nsibambi (Smouha), Patrick Kaddu (KCCA FC),  Nelson Senkatuka (Bright Stars FC)

 

Midfielder Allan Okello (Red) in action against Cameroon U-20

 

MAIN PHOTO: Uganda Cranes Head coach Sebastien Desabre with Allan Kateregga (L) and Murushid Juuko (R) in training 

 

Crested Cranes Return Home After COSAFA Expedition

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The Uganda senior ladies national football team, the Crested Cranes safely returned home on Monday  from South Africa where they took part in the just concluded COSAFA Women’s Championship.
The Crested Cranes touched down at Entebbe International Airport at 2:00pm and were welcomed by a delegation from FUFA led by 2nd Vice President Darius Mugoye.
L-R Namuddu Viola, Mutuuzo Lillian, Captain Tracy Jones Akiror, and Juliet Nalukenge arriving at Entebbe International Airport on Monday afternoon
Mugoye lauded the team for a brilliant performance and indicated the future of women’s football in Uganda is bright.
‘I take this opportunity to welcome back our gallant team and thank them for a job well done.  The ladies showed great character and made the country proud. We are optimistic as FUFA that the future of women’s football is bright’ said Mugoye.
Chris Kalibala, a FUFA Executive Committee member and Leader of Delegation thanked FUFA for developing women’s football.
L-R FUFA 2nd Vice President Darius Mugoye, FUFA Deputy CEO Hamphrey Mandu and Leader of Delegation Chris Kalibbala at the Luncheon with Crested Cranes players at Jevine Hotel on Monday Evening
Head coach Faridah Bulega stated that the tournament has given her team several lessons and asserts the progress of the team is evident.
‘I want to first thank the Federation for availing us with this opportunity. Secondly to thank the players for the commitment and commendable performance throughout the tournament. I believe we have picked several lessons and I believe it is a positive progress for the team’ said Bulega
On playing against teams like South Africa, Zimbabwe and Zambia that feature at tournaments like the Africa Women Cup of Nations, Bulega insinuated it was important to face such opponents.
‘We weighed ourselves against some of the best teams on the continent and I believe we benefited a lot and the team managed to show character in all the games’ added Bulega.
Crested Cranes Players arriving at Entebbe international Airport on Monday Afternoon
Team Captain Tracy Jones Akiror shared similar sentiments with the coach insisting the tournament helped them improve as a team.
‘We played with commitment and thanks be to God for the performance. We managed to get a bronze medal. I believe we benefited  as a team,  competing against several teams and managing to defeat them’ staked Akiror.
Ruth Aturo who was named the best goalkeeper  at the tournament  credited her performance to unity.
‘I am delighted about the achievement but it was not an individual effort.  It was a collective effort and I am happy that we managed to bring accolade home’ said Aturo.
L-R Crested Cranes players Alupo Norah and Nakaziro Daisy and Namuleme Zainah arriving at Entebbe International Airport on Monday afternoon
The team was later treated to a lucheon at Jevine Hotel, Rubaga before the players returned to their respective homes.
Uganda emerged third after defeating Zambia in the third place playoff 1-0. The Crested Cranes played a total of five games,  winning three, drawing once and losing on one occasion.
Crested Cranes Games at the 2018 COSAFA Women’s Championship in South Africa
Group C
Uganda 4-3 Swaziland
Uganda 0-0 Namibia
Uganda 2-1  Zimbabwe
Semifinals 
Uganda 0-2 South Africa
Third Place Playoff
Uganda 1-0 Zambia
 Full Squad
Goalkeepers: Ruth Aturo (UCU Lady Cardinals), Daisy Nakaziro (Muteesa I Royal University), Juliet Adeke (Kawempe Muslim)
Defenders: Viola Namuddu (She MAK), Shadia Nankya (Uganda Martyrs Rubaga), Bridget Nabisalu (Ajax Queens), Aisha Namukisa (Kampala Queens), Grace Aluka (Kawempe Muslim)
Midfielders: Shamirah Nalugya (Israh Soccer Academy), Tracy Jones Akiror (Kawempe Muslim), Shakira Mutiibwa (Gafford Ladies), Spencer Nakachwa (Uganda Martyrs), Phiona Nabbumba (Ajax Queens), Riticia Nabbosa (Lady Doves Masindi)
Forwards: Hasifa Nassuna (UCU Lady Cardinals), Norah Alupo (Saviours Women), Lillian Mutuuzo (Kampala Queens), Zainah Namuleme (Kampala Queens), Juliet Nalukenge (Kawempe Muslim), Resty Nanziri (Kampala Quuens)
Team Officials
Leader of Delegation: Chris Kalibbala
Head coach: Faridah Bulega
Assistant coach: Edward Kaziba
Team Manager: Paul Ssali
Team Doctor: Mable Kabatalindwa
Goalkeeping coach: James Magala
Fitness coach: Oliver Mbekeka
Media Officer: Stephen Mayamba

 

Uganda Premier League: Club Licensing status for 2018/19 season released

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The FUFA Secretariat has received the final Club Licensing status for the eligible clubs to compete in the Uganda Premier League season 2018/19.  Thus, the FUFA Club Licensing Committee (CLC) has qualified the clubs into three categories as below;

Eight (8) clubs have been granted full season Licenses, Five (5) clubs will be issued Provisional Licenses while Three (3) Clubs are given up to Tuesday 25th September 2018 17hrs to submit an MOU with CLC approved Grounds (Home Match Venue) of their choice; failure of which will lead to non-issuance of license to compete and may lead to exclusion from the fixtures completely.

The Club Licensing Committee operates on principles of confidentiality and therefore may not provide further details on specific cases and please note the list below is arranged alphabetically.

The Club Licensing status is as follows with the approved hosting Grounds:-

 

CATEGORY I :    LICENSE GRANTED
No Club License status Hosting ground
1 BRIGHT STARS FC License Granted Champions Stadium – Mwererwe
2 EXPRESS FC License Granted Mutesa II Stadium – Wankulukuku
3 MAROONS FC License Granted Luzira Grounds – Luzira
4 ONDUPARAKA FC License Granted Green Light Stadium – Arua
5 PAIDHA BLACK ANGELS FC License Granted Green Light Stadium – Arua
6 POLICE FC License Granted StarTimes Stadium – Lugogo
7 SC VILLA License Granted Mandela National Stadium – Namboole
8 VIPERS SC License Granted St. Mary’s Stadium – Kitende

 

  

 

CATEGORY II:      PROVISIONAL LICENSE GRANTED PERIODICALLY

  

Expiry date 
9 KCCA FC Provisional License StarTimes Stadium – Lugogo 30th October 2018
10 KIRINYA JINJA SS Provisional License The Mighty Arena Mid-season
11 NDEJJE  FC Provisional License Arena of Visions 30th October 2018
12 TOORO UNITED FC (Formerly Soana FC) Provisional License Buhinga 30th October 2018
13 URA FC Provisional License Mandela National Stadium – Namboole 30th October 2018

 

CATEGORY III – Clubs given up to 25th September 2018 to provide CLC  approved venue for hosting their home matches
14 BUL FC Not Granted To be communicated Hosting Venue submitted not approved
15 MBARARA CITY FC Not granted To be communicated Hosting Venue submitted not approved
16. NYAMITYOBORA FC Not Granted To be communicated Hosting Venue submitted not approved

 

The Uganda Premier League Secretariat is therefore requested to consider the clubs above in the fixture accordingly with the final fixture to be published by 26th September 2018 after determining the status of the Clubs under pending status that will either be confirmed or excluded from the fixture according to their response.

Resolutions from the FUFA Excom Meeting: Refereeing Matters, Change of names for clubs

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The 18th FUFA Executive Committee Meeting held on 20th September, 2018 at FUFA House, Mengo passed decisions on key issues following requests submitted through the office of the FUFA CEO.

 

Refereeing matters

Women referees

The FUFA Executive passed a resolution that the number of female referees at National level will be increased to create a bigger pool of officials to handle the FUFA Women Elite League starting with the 2018/2019 season.

Only female referees will officiate the FUFA Women Elite League.

 

FIFA referees list 2019

The Executive also passed a resolution that the list for 2019 FIFA referees should be submitted to FIFA by end of September for approval and allocation of slots, by the world soccer governing body.

 

Change of names for clubs

The FUFA Executive granted 8 out of 9 clubs their requests to change names. A request for change of name by Eastland Football Club (from Eastern Region Men’s team) to Lifeline Sports Academy was rejected as the matter was referred back to the North East Region Football Association for further clarification

 

The following clubs have been granted permission to change names as follows but Wakiso Giants will play their home matches in Eastern Region.

NO. OLD CLUB NEW NAME DIV  REGION CLUB CATEGORY
1 Soana FC Tooro United FC 1st Division (Uganda Premier League) Kitara Men
2 Masavu FC Entebbe FC 2nd Division (FUFA Big League) Buganda Men
3 Kamuli Park FC Wakiso Giants FC 2nd Division (FUFA Big League) Eastern Men
4 T.Y Lugazi FC Lugazi Municipal FC 3rd Division (Regional League) Buganda Men
5 Kasenge FC Kajjansi United FC 3rd Division (Regional League) Buganda Men
6 Galaxy FC Tororo Admin FC 3rd Division (Regional League) Eastern Men
7 Gafford Ladies FC Asubo-Gafford Ladies FC FUFA Women Elite League Kampala Women
8 Saviors FC Lango Queens FC FUFA Women Elite League Northern Women

FUFA Communications Manager Ahmed Hussein noted that all decisions passed take immediate effect and all stakeholders are required to follow them in accordance with the FUFA Statutes.

MAIN PHOTO: The 18th FUFA Executive Committee Meeting held on 20th September 2018 at FUFA House

KCCA FC Edge Vipers on Penalties to win FUFA Super Cup

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FUFA Super Cup 2018
Vipers SC 0(2)-0(4) KCCA FC, played at Muteesa II Stadium, Wankulukuku
Kampala Capital City Authority Football Club (KCCA FC) emerged winners of the 2018 FUFA Super Cup after defeating Vipers SC in the game played on Saturday at Muteesa II stadium,Wankulukuku.
The closely contested encounter ended goalless in 90minjutes but it was KCCA FC who got the edge in the kicks from the penalty mark winning 4-2. No extra time was played.
FUFA Super Cup 2018 winners KCCA FC recieving the trophy from FUFA 2nd Vice President Darius Mugoye at Wankulukuku on Saturday
The game started on a low temple. The first attempt at goal came from Vipers SC new recruit Noah Wafula in the 4th minute whose effort was saved by goalkeeper Charles Lukwago.
On the other end, Bernard Muwanga attempted an over head kick off Mustafa Kizza’s cross but went wide.
Both teams called for changes in the second half with Vipers SC introducing Tito Okello and Brian Kalumba for Frank Tumwesigye and Wafula respectively.
L-R KCCA FC Midfielder Allan Okello and Vipers SC defender Livingstone Mulondo battling for the ball during the FUFA Super Cup at Wankulukuku on Saturday
KCCA FC brought on Sadat Anaku and Musa Esenu for Mike Mutyaba and Allan Kyambadde in that order.
Goalkeeper Lukwago made two fine saves to deny Vipers SC from scoring in normal time. First, he parried away Moses Waiswa’s free kick before making a stoppage time save against Dan Muzeeyi Sserunkuma.
L-R Isa Masembe, Taddeo Lwanga, Ali Sabira, Brian Miiro Nsubuga,  Referees’ Assessor Waiswa Ali, Charles Lukwago and Okello Dick in a group photo before the kick off of FUFA Super Cup at Wankulukuku on Saturday
The shot stopper carried on with the heroics on the day by saving Aggrey Madoi’s kick from the spot while Moses Waiswa fired wide despite Geoffrey Wasswa and Tito Okello converting.
On the other hand, KCCA FC had all their penalties converted through Mustafa Kizza,Hassan Musana,Bernard Muwanga and Julius Poloto.
Chairman FUFA Competitions Committee Hamid Juma (M) decorating a medal to KCCA FC player Mustapha Kizza at Wankulukuku on Saturday
Victory for KCCA FC meant they have won the title for the third time and for keeps. They defeated Vipers SC in 2016 and last year when they beat Paidha Black Angels.
The FUFA Super Cup is a contest between the Champions of the Uganda Premier League and the winners of the Uganda Cup.
Uganda Referees Association Chairman Ronnie Kalema handing over a medal to Referee  Brian Miiro Nsubuga after the FUFA Super Cup match at Wankulukuku on Saturday
Vipers SC Starting XI: Fabian Mutombora (GK), Bashir Asiku, Agrrey Madoi, Livingstone Mulondo, Geoffrey Wasswa, Taddeo Lwanga (Capt), Dickens Okwir, Frank Tumwesigye, Dan Muzeeyi Sserunkuma, Moses Waiswa, Noah Wafula
KCCA FC Starting XI:  Charles Lukwago (GK-Capt), Filbert Obenchan, Mustapha Kizza, Hassan Musana, Bernard Muwanga, Lawrence Bukenya, Julius Poloto, Herbert Achai, Suleiman Mutyaba, Allan Okello, Allan Kyambadde
Penalties
KCCA FC- Mustafa Kiiza(Scored), Hassan Musana(Scored),Bernard Muwanga(Scored),Julius Poloto(Scored)
Vipers SC- Geoffrey Wasswa(Scored), Aggrey Madoi(Missed), Moses Waiswa(Missed),Tito Okello(Scored)

MAIN PHOTO: FUFA 2nd Vice President Darius (2nd left) Mugoye handing over the trophy to KCCA FC Captain Charles Lukwago at Wankulukuku Stadium on Saturday.

Gallant show by Sand Cranes in 8 goal thriller with Ivory Coast

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Beach Soccer AFCON Qualifier Egypt

Ivory Coast 4:4 Uganda in Abidjan

Ivory Coast adavnces 7-5 on aggregate

Uganda National beach soccer team Sand Cranes’ journey to  the Beach Soccer AFCON Finals in Egypt 2018  ended after a four all draw with Ivory Coast in Abidjan on Friday evening.

Sand Cranes Lule Paul strive for the ball with an Ivorian counterpart during the 2nd leg clash in Abidjan

Despite Uganda taking the lead on two ocassions at 2-0 and 4-2 lead in the first and second periods respectively, the hosts levelled matters in the third period to secure a slot for the Finals in December.

Lwesibawa Godfrey who missed the first leg with an injury, Wasswa Emmanuel Alex, Ochero Sulaiman and Ocen Ben each netted a  goal for Uganda. The match ended 4-4 for Ivory Coast to progress 7-5 on aggregate.

Sand Cranes goalkeeper Kibirige Meddie in Abidjan

It is the second time Uganda has entered the AFCON Qualifiers. In 2016, they were ejected by Ghana on their maiden show.

Sand Cranes Starting team against Ivory Coast

1. Kibirig Meddie (GK)
2. Lule Paul
3. Kasujja Davis
4. Lwesibawa Godfrey
5. Ocen Ben

 On Bench
1. Lwamunda Nasser
2. Ochero Sulaiman
3. Muganga Douglas
4. Katwe Allan (Capt)
5. Wasswa Emmanuel Alex.

The 10-man playing staff in a group photo before kickoff

Akiror Scores For Crested Cranes To Finish Third at COSAFA

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2018 COSAFA Women’s Championship

Third Place Playoff

Uganda 1-0 Zambia 

Goal: Tracy Jones Akiror (32, Pen)

Uganda emerged third at the 2018 COSAFA Women’s Championship after registering a hard fought 1-0 win over Zambia at Wolfson stadium, South Africa on Friday.
Captain Tracy Jones Akiror scored a first half strike from the penalty spot.
Crested Cranes' Nabbumba Phionah aims to shoot the ball during the clash
Crested Cranes’ Nabbumba Phionah aims to shoot the ball during the clash
Coach Faridah Bulega made only one change from the team that lost to South Africa in the semifinal on Thursday with Juliet Nalukenge starting ahead of Zaina Namuleme.
Akiror fired Uganda in the lead three minutes after the half hour mark converting a penalty following a foul on Nalukenge inside the penalty area.
Crested Cranes’ Resty Nanziri ready to take control of the ball
Despite efforts from Zambia to level matters, the Crested Cranes remained resilient up to the final whistle and registered their third victory in the five games played at the tournament.
Bulega made changes in the second half introducing Hasifah Nassuna for youngster Lillian Mutuuzo and Namuleme for Resty Nanziri.
Hasifa Nassuna with a fine touch on the ball against her Zambian counterpart
Hasifa Nassuuna with a fine touch on the ball against her Zambian counterpart
Uganda played at the 2018 COSAFA Women’s Championship as a guest team and the third East African country to feature at tournament after Kenya and Tanzania. Hosts South Africa will play Cameroon in the final on Saturday.
Crested Cranes Nalugya Shamilah dribbles past Zambia's Mary Mwakapila
Crested Cranes’ Nalugya Shamilah controls the ball as Zambia’s Mary Mwakapila loks on

Zambia missed a number of chances in the game to finish fourth, one place lower than they managed in Zimbabwe 12 months ago.

For Uganda it is a successful end to the competition and the best performance yet from a guest nation together with Cameroon (in 2018 final) since the tournament was first played in 2002, one better than Kenya’s fourth-place finish last year.

Nankya Shadia recieves her player of the match award 
accolade from Mr TIMOTHY SHONGWE CHAIRMAN COMPETITIONS – COSAFA
Uganda’s Games at the 2018 COSAFA Women’s Championship in South Africa
Uganda 4-3 Swaziland
Uganda 0-0 Namibia
Uganda 2-1 Zimbabwe
Uganda 0-2 South Africa
Uganda 1-0 Zambia
Crested Cranes Starting XI against Zambia:
Crested Cranes Starting XI against Zambia
Ruth Aturo,Viola Namuddu,Grace Aluka,Shadia Nankya, Tracy Jones Akiror, Lillian Mutuuzo, Phiona Nabbumba,Juliet Nalukenge, Resty Nanziri,Shamira Nalujja
Used Substitutes
Zaina Namuleme, Hasifah Nassuna
Unused Substitutes
Juliet Adeke,Daisy Nakaziro,Bridget Nabisaalu,Norah Alupo,Spencer Nakachwa

 

 

 

Beach Soccer AFCON Qualifier 2018: Sand Cranes Starting team named for match against Ivory Coast in Abidjan

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Beach Soccer AFCON Qualifier

Ivory Coast vs Uganda (Agg: 3:1)

Kickoff : 7PM EAT and 4PM  in Abidjan

Head coach Salim Jamal Muwonge of the Uganda National beach soccer team Sand Cranes has named his starting team to take on Ivory coast in the 2018 AFCON Qualifier second leg match in Abidjan on Friday evening.

Uganda Sand Cranes’ Douglas Muganga and Cote D’IVoire’s Sola Fabien Djere fight for ball possession during the first leg in Entebbe

The match kicks off at 7pm East African time and will be handled by Senegalese referees. Uganda is three hours ahead of  Ivory Coast.

After the pre-match meeting today, the Uganda Beach soccer contingent were given a guided tour of the  Ivory Coast Football Federation headquarters. The pre-match meeting was conducted at the FA Headquarters.

L-R Beach Soccer Delegate AnthonyTumwesigye, Leader of Delegation Rogers Byamukama, General Secretary Ivory Coast FA, FUFA Marketing Director Esther Musoke and Uganda Beach Soccer Association Chairman Deo Mutabazi.
Uganda Leader of Delegation Rogers Byamukama while at the  Ivory Coast FA offices

Sand Cranes lost to Ivory Coast 3-1 in the first leg of the qualifiers played at Spenah Beach Entebbe

Sand Cranes Starting team against Ivory Coast

1. Kibirig Meddie (GK)
2. Lule Paul
3. Kasujja Davis
4. Lwesibawa Godfrey
5. Ocen Ben

 On Bench
1. Lwamunda Nasser
2. Ochero Sulaiman
3. Muganga Douglas
4. Katwe Allan (Capt)
5. Wasswa Emmanuel Alex.

Head Coach: Muwonge Salim Jamal
Team Physician: Aduny Codian
Manager: Seguya Peter

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