The retired FIFA referee and sports administrator Madam Catherine Adipo today conducted an orientation session for the Uganda U20 Women’s National Team, the Queen Cranes, ahead of their third round FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup qualifier against Zambia.
The match is scheduled for Saturday 7th February 2026 at FUFA Stadium, Kadiba.
The afternoon session was held at FUFA Hotel in Kisaasi and focused on key aspects of match officiating and decision making. Particular emphasis was placed on the goalkeepers’ eight-second rule, which requires a goalkeeper to release the ball within eight seconds of controlling it with the hands. Other areas covered included offside positions, quick decision making, especially by goalkeepers, and common errors committed during matches.
Madam Adipo urged the players to pay close attention to the guidance provided by their coaches, noting that a national team brings together players from different clubs who must quickly align to play for a shared objective and represent the country with discipline and unity.
