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Confederation of African Football (CAF) has made further changes to the fixtures for the 2022 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup Qualifier fixtures.

According to CAF, the fixtures that were released last week had some errors and these have been rectified.

“Previously, the system erroneously published a few incorrect fixtures. This has since been rectified,” read a statement on the CAF website.

For instance in the fixtures released last week, Uganda was facing Botswana but this has been changed.

Uganda will now face South Africa at the third round as it had been earlier scheduled.

The first leg of the third round will take place between 2-4 December, while the return leg will take place from 16-18 December.

To reach the third round, Uganda eliminated Kenya 10-3 on aggregate.

With CECAFA U20 Women’s Championship around the corner (28th October -10th November), Uganda will hope to use the tournament as preparation for the games against South Africa.

Third Round Fixtures:
First Leg (2, 3 & 4 December 2021)

Tanzania vs Burundi

Botswana vs Ethiopia

Uganda vs South Africa

Zambia vs Ghana

Morocco vs Gambia

Senegal vs Guinea

Cameroon vs Gabon

Congo vs Nigeria

Second Leg (16, 17 & 18 December 2021)

Burundi vs Tanzania

Ethiopia vs Botswana

South Africa vs Uganda

Ghana vs Zambia

Gambia vs Morocco

Guinea vs Senegal

Gabon vs Cameroon

Nigeria vs Congo

Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) Football Club head coach Sam Timbe has highlighted where his team needs to improve ahead of the return leg in the CAF Confederation Cup away to Al Masry in Egypt.

Speaking to the media during the official post-match press conference at the St Mary’s Stadium, Kitende after the goal-less draw, Timbe praised his players.

“This was a fair result considering the fact that we lost almost 10 players as were told at the last moment that they would not play (because of COVID-19),” he remarked.

Flanked by the club goalkeeper Nafian Legason Alionzi, Timbe explained areas where URA needs to step-up.

We need to improve upon the interception of the ball from the opponents. There is need to close the spaces faster and trapping of the opponents. We embark on early preparations for the return leg on Monday and we need to improve upon the mistakes done in the first leg.

Goalkeeper Nafian Legason Alionzi felt the result was fair.

“The 0-0 result at home was a positive result. We got a clean sheet from the game and scoring in Egypt will get us an upper hand,” Alionzi said.

“First, we were demoralized when the COVID-19 results were revealed to us late before kick-off. However, we recomposed ourselves and gained focus. We are seeking for a goal in the return leg.”

The return leg will be played on Saturday, 23rd October 2021 in Egypt.

Team Line Ups:

URA XI: Nafian Alionzi (G.K), Ashraf Mandela, Derrick Ndahiiro, Hudu Mulikyi, Fesali Najib, Patrick Paul Mbowa (Captain), Joackim Ojera, Saidi Kyeyune, Davis Ssali, Ivan Sserubiri, Ronald Kigongo

Subs: Benjamin Nyakoojo, Mikidadi Ssenyonga, Faruku Katongole, Arafat Galiwango

Team officials:

Al Masry XI: Ahmed Abdelwahab (G.K), Karim Eleraky, Ahmed Kenawi (Captain), Amr Ramadan Mousa, Islam Salem, Farid Shawky Ali Elmarghany, Emeka Eze, Hassan Ibrahim, Islam Ahmed, Mohamed Abdelaal, Amamchi Iwuji

Subs: Essam Mohamed (G.K), Mohamed Elsayed (G.K), Ziad Elaidy, Karim Mahmoud, Mohamed Ahmed, Hussein Ali, Haggag Abdelhamid

Team officials:

Match officials:

Matchday 1 (Sunday, 17th October 2021 Results)

Wakiso Giants 0-3 KCCA
Police 0-2 Vipers

Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) Football Club has moved top of the 2021-2022 Uganda Premier League log after defeating Wakiso Giants 0-3 at the Kabaka Kyabaggu stadium.

Sadat Happy Anaku, Davis Kasirye and Ashraf Mugume scored the goals for KCCA as they upstaged the hapless giants.

Anaku headed home the opener off a teasing cross by Ali Abubakar Gift in the 7th minute.

They then doubled their lead when forward Kasirye rounded up advancing goalkeeper Samson Kirya after beating an off-side trap.

KCCA captain Benjamin Ochan was also forced into action twice against forwards Frank Ssebufu and Ivan Bogere.

Morley Byekwaso’s coached side found the third ten minutes into the second half, Ashraf Mugume stabbing the ball into the back of the net from 25 yards.

KCCA goalkeeper and captain Benjamin Ochan was named the man of the match.

KCCA now leads the table standings with 3 points (no conceded), same points as Mbarara City, Arua Hill and Vipers.

KOBs extended their dominance in the National Rugby Sevens after winning the Soroti 7s, their third win from as many circuits.

The series defending champions beat Heathens 14-00 in the final to move 11 points clear on the log.

Heathens went to Soroti for the ultimate prize and the intention was clear when they denied Pirates another trip to the final courtesy of a 10-05 win in the semifinal.

Heathens conceded a penalty try after Norbert Okeny was sin-binned following an obstruction offence on Adrian Kasito who had the tryline in his sight.

Aaron Ofoyrwoth could have put Heathens on the board but knocked on just a meter away from the try area as KOBs took a 07-00 cushion to the break under the dark skys.

Kasito crashed over later in the second half, and despite protests from the Heathens players, assistant referee Raymond Kisekka was convinced and KOBs’ try stood. Kasito converted thereafter to put the game beyond Heathens’ reach.

Heathens remain third but move to within two points adrift of second-placed Pirates who have 55 points after finishing third in Soroti.

The victory puts KOBs in strong position to defend their 7s title, with three circuits (Kabale, Rujjumba, and Coronation) still to play.

Soroti 7s Knockout Results

Quarterfinals

Semifinals

Top four

  1. KOBs – 66 Points
  2. Pirates – 55 points
  3. Heathens – 53 Points
  4. Buffaloes – 45 Points

Remaining Circuits

CAF Confederation Cup 2021 (Match No. 51):

Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) Football Club settled for a goalless draw with Egyptian side Al Masry in the first leg of the CAF Confederation Cup at St Mary’s Stadium on Saturday.

The visitors dominated the first half and while URA was missing several of their star players (because of COVID-19), they managed to hold it together.

Al Masry should have gone ahead in the 13th minute when they won a penalty following a foul on Iwuji by defender Fesali Najib.

Defender Amr Ramadan Mousa watched in disbelief as his kick hit the lower right bottom post to deny the Egypt based side.

Al Masry showed the intent even when Mohamed Abdelaal had a free-kick from 25 yards easily collected by goalkeeper Nafian Alionzi.

URA’s first attempt towards Al Masry came in the 8th minute but the efforts weren’t sufficient to make a difference.

Nafian Alionzi Legason addressing the media during the post match press conference after the Al Masry game

With 10 minutes to close the opening half, Joackim Ojera raced to set up Joackim Ndahiiro who crossed into the area but forward Dickson Ronald Kigongo only brushed the ball.

Second half also brought even chances for each side and even though Al Masry made two changes; Hussein Ali for Amamchi Iwuji and Ziad Farag replacing Ahmed Kenawi, not much was affected.

The return leg will be played on Saturday, 23rd October 2021.

Team Line Ups:

URA XI: Nafian Alionzi (G.K), Ashraf Mandela, Derrick Ndahiiro, Hudu Mulikyi, Fesali Najib, Patrick Paul Mbowa (Captain), Joackim Ojera, Saidi Kyeyune, Davis Ssali, Ivan Sserubiri, Ronald Kigongo

Subs: Benjamin Nyakoojo, Mikidadi Ssenyonga, Faruku Katongole, Arafat Galiwango

Team officials:

Al Masry XI: Ahmed Abdelwahab (G.K), Karim Eleraky, Ahmed Kenawi (Captain), Amr Ramadan Mousa, Islam Salem, Farid Shawky Ali Elmarghany, Emeka Eze, Hassan Ibrahim, Islam Ahmed, Mohamed Abdelaal, Amamchi Iwuji

Subs: Essam Mohamed (G.K), Mohamed Elsayed (G.K), Ziad Elaidy, Karim Mahmoud, Mohamed Ahmed, Hussein Ali, Haggag Abdelhamid

Team officials:

Match officials:

Reactions:

This is a fair result to us because we lost 10 players as we were told at the last moment that they could not be available. Like they missed a penalty, we also missed some scoring opportunities which is part and parcel of the game. I believe we need to improve upon the interception of the ball and trapping of the opponents. We resume preparations for the return leg on Monday and ought to improve upon the mistakes done in the first leg.

Sam Timbe, URA FC head coach

This was a positive result. We got a clean sheet from the gam and scoring in Egypt will get us an upper hand. In this particular match, we were demoralized when the COVID-19 results were revealed to us hours before the game. However, we composed ourselves yet again for the match. We are seeking for a goal in the return leg.

Nafian Legason Alionzi, URA FC goalkeeper

Kobs needed two tries to upstage new rivals Heathens as they claimed their third finals victory of the sevens series on Saturday.

The Legends based side capitalized on Adrian Kasito’s illegal block on Nobert Okeny to earn a penalty try.

Later, Kasito sealed the third circuit success for Kobs after another quick tap from a penalty.

Heathens’ journey was cut short despite being boosted by the return of Aaron Ofoywroth, had dispatched Black Pirates, 10-05, in the second main cup semifinal.

The result meant Kobs – who had eased past Buffaloes – collected maximum points on the trip, and a UGX 500,000 winners’ cash prize.

Heathens finished an impressive second ahead of Black Pirates and Buffaloes in third and fourth places respectively.

The Sevens Series will take a break for one weekend before resuming with the Rujumba Sevens on October 30 at Kings Park Stadium. 

Action will then be taken to Kabale before the series finale at Legends during the Coronation Sevens.

Federation of International Football Associations (FIFA) has fined Uganda Cranes defender Murushid Jjuuko after the player was showed a red card in the World Cup qualifier against Mali.

He was sent off during the goalless draw at Kitende in September after elbowing Mali forward Ibrahim Kone in the second half.

In a communication dated October 9 and sent to Jjuuko and copied to FUFA, Jjuuko was fined Swiss Francs 5,000 ($ 5414) and suspended for two games which ban he has served.

“The FUFA – Federation of Uganda Football Associations (in copy) is kindly requested to forward this decision to its player, Mr JUUKO Murushid. We would appreciate your taking due note of this decision and ensuring its implementation.

The player JUUKO Murushid is suspended for two (2) matches, including the automatic match suspension which has been served during the match Rwanda v. Uganda played on 7 October 2021.

“The remaining suspension will be served during the next official match of the representative team of the Federation of Uganda Football Associations in the scope of the Preliminary Competition for the 2022 FWC African Zone (i.e. Uganda v. Rwanda to be played on 10 October 2021).

“The player JUUKO Murushid is ordered to pay a fine to the amount of CHF 5,000. 3. The fine is to be paid within 30 days of notification of the present decision.”

Match Result:
Malawi 98/7 20 overs
Uganda 101/0 11/20 overs

Uganda won by 8 wickets

The Cricket Cranes opened with a 10 wicket win over Malawi at the ICC Africa T20 World Cup Qualifiers on Saturday.

Malawi won the toss and elected to bowl 1st but they were denied scoring opportunities by a very mean cricket cranes bowling attack.

Frank Nsubuga gave away only 9 runs during his 4 over bowling spell with Malawi only managing 98/7 in their 20 overs.

Bilal Hassun, Frank Akankwasa picked two wickets while Henry Ssenyondo picked up a single wicket.

For the chase, Simon Ssesazi scored a blistering 62 runs off 39 balls and he had a good support from Saud Islam who chipped in with a patient 31.

At the IPRC ground in the morning Eswatini defeated neighbors Lesotho. The Cricket Cranes will take on hosts Rwanda tomorrow in the afternoon at the IPRC.

Uganda Premier League 2021-2022 (Match Day 1):

Friday, 15th October 2021 Results:

Mbarara City Football Club kicked off the 2021-2022 Uganda Premier League season with a 3-1 home win over Soltilo Bright Stars at the Kakyeka Stadium, Mbarara City on Friday.

Henry Kitegenyi, Karim Ramathan and midfielder Solomon Okwalinga found the back of the net for the Ankole Lions.

Returning Soltilo Bright Stars forward Nelson Senkatuka got the consolation for the visitors through a well struck penalty in the fourth minute of added time during the first half climax.

Kitengenyi opened the scoring two minutes after the half hour mark.

FIFA referee Ali Sabilla Chelengat booked several parties in the game; Mbarara City’s trio Jasper Ahebwa Baguma, Steven Othieno and Pistis Barenge.

The game was the first for Mbarara City’s head coach Hussein Mbalangu and Okwalinga was named the man of the match.

Mbarara City thus leads the table standings after the first three matches of the season.

Team Line Ups:

Mbarara City XI: Muhamad Ssekeba (G.K), Steven Othieno, Jasper Aheebwa, Hillary Mukundane (Captain), Karim Ramathan, Pistis Barenge, Solomon Okwalinga, Swalik Ssegujja, Jude Ssemugabi, Henry Kitegenyi, Raymond Onyai

Subs: Martin Elungat (G.K), John Adriko, Thomas Kakaire, Soulymane Bamba, Ivan Otude, Sadat Nsubuga, Frank Kalule

Head coach: Hussein Mbalangu

Gomba Ssaza team has confirmed the management team ahead of the 2021-2022 Masaza Cup football tournament.

The five-time record Masaza Champions have come up with a board of directors wing comprising seven people.

This board has three legislators; Hon. Sylvia Nayebale (Woman MP, Gomba), Hon. Robina Gure Rwakoojo (MP, Gomba West) and Hon. Godfrey Ssaazi (MP, Gomba East).

Two UPDF officers Major General Abel Kandiho and Brig. General Flavia Byekwaso are also part of this 7-man board.

The two others are; Steven Kayiwa (Global Paints) and Benon Lujja (Maganjo Millers).

Full Executive:

There are 23 members on the Executive committee with Sam Rwakoojo bouncing back as patron.

Mansoor Kabugo returns as chairperson Robert Barigye (Team manager), Johnson Lubega (Assistant Team manager), Bashir Nsubuga Musoke (Secretary), Jafari Kalule (Adviser), Eddy Balworela (Assistant Secretary), Mesach Mutebi (Head of Protocol), Flidah Biddamu (Assistant Protocol), Eric Tusabe (Security Coordinator), Peter Bwanika (Treasurer), Samuel Bakyayita (Assistant Treasurer), Isa Nabanjala Ssemanda (Transport Coordinator) and Kalebu Sonko (Welfare).

There are several committee members as; Betty Nakazibwe – Biru Zuku, Aminah Nakasita – Biru Zuku, Godfrey Katende Kizza, Aminah Nabiddo, John Katwere, Dan Mwesigye, Robert Sebwato and Charles Ssebagala.

Ibrahim Kirya returns as head coach with his assistants yet to be confirmed as former Gomba, Nkumba University and Fire Masters midfielder Andrew Kyekulide is a member of the technical wing.

Committees:

Kawowo Sports’ reporter David Isabirye heads the media department.

Other media committee members are; Joseph Mukwaya, Resty Namugema and Adam Suuna – Sulubada.

Abdu Ziyadi Busurwa Omuto is head of marketing committee with two members in , Silajje Mbula and Latif Lubega.

Fans Coordinators:

To mobilize fans, supporters and well-wishers across the different sub-counties that make up Gomba, there are a number of fans’ coordinators.

Richard Matovu and Sarah Nansamba are in charge of Kanoni, Amos Sebuguzi Magala & Juma Samanya (Nsabwe), Nuhu Zziwa (Kifampa), Daniel Kazibwe (Bukandula), Jjaja Bulega Nasanayiri (Kabulasoke), Musa Sebaduka & Bright Nanyanzi (Ngomanene), Ibrahim Kaweesi Ssenyondo (Madu), Steven Emmanuel Yamulemye & Daniel Lamech Nsobya (Bulwada), Robert Mbazira Kiriri (Kiriri), David Nasasira (Kyayi) and Muhamood Kyagaba for Kigezi.

Gomba are the reigning champions of the Masaza Cup competition and have an unprecedented five titles won in 2004, 2007, 2013, 2017 and lately 2020.

Board of Directors:

Hon. Sylvia Nayebale (Woman MP, Gomba), Hon. Robina Gure Rwakoojo (MP, Gomba West), Hon. Godfrey Ssaazi (MP, Gomba East), Major General Abel Kandiho (UPDF), Brig. General Flavia Byekwaso (UPDF), Steven Kayiwa (Global Paints), Benon Lujja (Maganjo Millers)

Executive Committee:

Sam Rwakoojo (Patron), Mansoor Kabugo (Chairman), Gerald Byansi (Vice Chairman), Robert Barigye (Team manager), Johnson Lubega (Assistant Team manager), Bashir Nsubuga Musoke (Secretary), Jafari Kalule (Adviser), Eddy Balworela (Assistant Secretary), Mesach Mutebi (Head of Protocol), Flidah Biddamu (Assistant Protocol), Eric Tusabe (Security Coordinator), Peter Bwanika (Treasurer), Samuel Bakyayita (Assistant Treasurer), Isa Nabanjala Ssemanda (Transport Coordinator), Kalebu Sonko (Welfare), Betty Nakazibwe – Biru Zuku (Member), Aminah Nakasita – Biru Zuku (Member), Godfrey Katende Kizza (Member), Aminah Nabiddo (Member), John Katwere (Member), Dan Mwesigye (Member), Robert Sebwato (Member), Charles Ssebagala (Member)

Technical Committee:

Ibrahim Kirya (Head coach), Andrew Kyekulide (Member)

Media Committee:

David Isabirye (Head of media), Joseph Mukwaya (Member), Resty Namugema (Member), Adam Suuna – Sulubada (Member)

Marketing Committee:

Abdu Ziyadi Busurwa Omuto (Head of marketing), Silajje Mbula (Member), Latif Lubega (Member)

Fans Coordinators:

Richard Matovu & Sarah Nansamba (Kanoni), Amos Sebuguzi Magala & Juma Samanya (Nsabwe), Nuhu Zziwa (Kifampa), Daniel Kazibwe (Bukandula), Jjaja Bulega Nasanayiri (Kabulasoke), Musa Sebaduka & Bright Nanyanzi (Ngomanene), Ibrahim Kaweesi Ssenyondo (Madu), Steven Emmanuel Yamulemye & Daniel Lamech Nsobya (Bulwada), Robert Mbazira Kiriri (Kiriri), David Nasasira (Kyayi), Muhamood Kyagaba (Kigezi).