The pilot FUFA Academies League match day 1 continued this weekend with six matches played at two venues across Saturday and Sunday.
Action on Saturday, 28th March 2026 at St. Mary’s Stadium, Kitende, saw St Mary’s Soccer Academy register a convincing 3-0 victory over Ebenezer Academy. Ssekyanzi Alex opened the scoring before Kateregga John Mary struck twice to seal a comfortable win.
Buddo Soccer Academy secured a narrow 1-0 triumph against Kyaddondo Soccer Academy in a closely fought encounter. Katumba Obed netted the decisive goal in the 13th minute to hand Buddo all three points.
In another fixture, Vipers Soccer Academy defeated Watoto Soccer Academy 2-0. Daniel was the hero of the day with a brace to ensure maximum points for Vipers.
On Sunday, 29th March 2026 at Yes Centre, Nsambya, Isra Soccer Academy delivered the most emphatic performance of the weekend with a commanding 5-2 win over Kayda Soccer Academy. Ssenyange Latif was in sensational form, scoring all five goals for Isra. Kayda’s efforts came through Nsubuga Shaban and Lule Simon.
Teletubbies Kids Soccer Academy and KJT Soccer Academy played out a goalless draw in a match where both sides showed defensive discipline but lacked the cutting edge in attack.
Maroons Soccer Academy concluded the weekend with a solid 3-0 victory over Pase A Pase Soccer Academy. Ocen Charles converted from the penalty spot before Mabil Aguek Ayuen Anyieth and Alimuke Edwin Toko added to the tally to complete a dominant performance.
The FUFA Academies League continues to provide a competitive platform for emerging talent, with players showcasing technical ability, tactical awareness and growing confidence with each matchday.
Background
The pilot FUFA Academies League is part of FUFA’s broader commitment to structured youth football development across the country. The competition is aligned with the FIFA Talent Development Scheme (TDS), which supports member associations in identifying, nurturing and developing young football talent.
Through the TDS programme, FUFA has strengthened grassroots structures by enhancing coaching education, improving talent identification systems and increasing access to competitive matches for young players. The league serves as a key pathway within Uganda’s football ecosystem, bridging the gap between grassroots football and elite competition while contributing to the long-term growth of the game.
