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Uganda Cranes forward Allan Okello has joined StarTimes Uganda Premier League defending champions Vipers SC.

Okello joins the Venoms after parting ways with the Algerian side Paradou AC.

Vipers has awarded the lethal forward a three-year employment contract that will keep him at the club until 2026.

Shortly after putting pen to paper, Okello revealed to Vipers’ media that the switch was irresistible.

“I am so happy to join Vipers SC. I am so excited to be here at this big club and I didn’t have to think twice when they called me,” he was quoted by the club’s website.

“I just knew I wanted to sign for the club. I can not wait to get started with the team,” he added.

Last season while at KCCA on loan, he made eight assists and scored five goals in the Uganda Premier League.

After missing out on the ticket to the CAF Champions League, Vipers SC will now work hard to defend the UPL title in the ongoing season.

After a 2-1 victory against Gaddafi FC in the opening game, Vipers play Arua Hill SC today in the night football fiesta.

Vipers SC will be hoping to maintain the winning start to the season when they host Arua Hill SC in the Uganda Premier League at St Mary’s Stadium, Kitende on Thursday.

The Venoms squeezed a 2-1 victory against Gaddafi FC in the league opener on Sunday as the new season kicked off.

This will be Vipers’ first game in the 2023/24 campaign at home and they will have no room to falter in the night football fiesta.

Vipers SC head coach Leonard Neiva has revealed that his side is still a work in progress as they plan to achieve a lot this season.

“We want to create a lot of things during a season and one is obviously mentality, absolutely it’s spirit, it’s a lot of things and resilience,” Neiva was quoted by Vipers SC’s official website.

“We showed a few good signs. We showed up well in the good moments with good football and obviously, we don’t give up,” he added.

“But it’s early days. We are not stable yet, that’s definitely the case, you can see that. But we are on the way.”

On the other hand, Arua Hill SC suffered a 1-0 loss to Busoga United in their first game in Adjumani.

Neiva is glad that defender cum midfielder Patrick Mbowa and goalkeeper Fabien Mutombora are back in the squad after healing from injuries.

However, striker Fumador Asiwome and defender Hillary Mukundane are still sidelined due to a muscle strain and posterior cruciate ligament injuries respectively.

The last time the two sides met at Kitende, Vipers SC emerged victors thanks to Milton Karisa’s 19th-minute strike.

Match day Two Fixture

Thursday, September 21, 2023

Friday, September 22, 2023

Saturday, September 23, 2023

Sunday, September 24, 2023

Uganda Women’s National Team, Crested Cranes, fell to Algeria in a 2-1 loss in the 2024 WAFCON Qualifiers at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru on Wednesday evening.

It was a tight second half as both sides limited space hence keeping the ball glued in the middle park.

Fazila Ikwaput tried to widen to field of play but she was outpaced by her marker limiting her runs on the right flank.

In the 47th minute, Morgan Belkhiter curled in a chilly corner kick for Imane Chebel to node home despite being surrounded by a forest of bodies.

Three minutes later, Inter Millan forward Habiba Gouthia beat Crested Cranes defender Shadia Nankya after a quick turn before she released a powerful effort for Algeria’s second.

Bouhani Naima guided the ball into the net after Crested Cranes custodian Vanessa Karungi fumbled with a cross but the goal was cancelled after an offside call.

With three minutes left on the clock, Aminah Nababi was pulled back in a dangerous area by Emma Sabrina, and Crested Cranes were awarded a penalty.

Fauzia Najjemba pulled one back for the Crested Cranes from the 12-yard mark to give Uganda hope going into the second leg.

The two sides will meet in the return leg on Tuesday, September 26 to decide who goes into the final lap of the qualification.

How Uganda lined up

Crested Cranes XI: Vanessa Karungi (GK), Phiona Nabbumba, Sumaya Komuntale, Shadia Nankya, Aisha Nantongo, Joan Nabirye, Riticia Nabbosa, Hasifah Nassuna, Fazila Ikwaput, Sandra Nabweteme, Fauzia Najjemba

FUFA Big League side Police Football Club has announced Simon Peter Mugerwa as the new head coach.

Mugerwa replaces Angelo Lonyesi who was relieved from the role after the closure of the 2023/24 campaign.

Police FC has awarded Mugerwa with a three-year employment contract that will keep him at the job until 2026.

In a press conference, Mugerwa expressed his excitement upon signing off the deal with the cops.

“The target is very clear. We have to do all it takes to see that we take back the club where it belongs. We have to work hard to see that qualify for the Uganda Premier League,” he said.

“It will not be easy. The pressure is there but we shall work with everyone at the club to see that we work hard and ensure we reach the promised land,” he added.

“Being a born of this area am excited to be joining this historical club. I am so happy and I promise to deliver as expected.”

Mugerwa will be assisted by Robert Sekyweyama and Nestroy Kizito as first and second assistant coaches respectively.

Ben Lwanga will take the goalkeeper’s coaching role while Fazil Ibrahim retains the position of the fitness trainer.

The 2023/24 campaign is soon getting underway and Police will host Young Elephants at Kavumba Recreational Grounds on Sunday, September 25.

2024 WAFCON Preview | Fixture

Uganda Women’s National Team Crested Cranes will be taking on the assignment of Algeria in the 2024 WAFCON Qualifiers.

The two sides will lock horns at the FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru on Wednesday, September 20, 2023.

After squeezing past Rwanda, the Crested Cranes have to deal with Algeria to go to the final round of the qualification stage.

While talking in the Press Conference ahead of the Algeria clash, Crested Cranes head coach Ayub Khalifa expressed readiness for the game.

“We have trained well and we are ready for the game,” Khalifa told the press in the press conference at Njeru.

“We are facing a good side which ranks miles above us. They rank 10th and that gives them confidence going into the game. But it’s not upon us to mind them but rather prepare ourselves,” he added.

“Yes we have faced a few challenges but as a coach I have talked to the ladies and I have asked them to keep calm and play for the team.”

“I want to assure all the fans that there is nothing that will halt us from picking a victory against Algeria,” he concluded.

The team welcomes a number of professionals who are expected to add quality and give the Khalifa more options ahead of the game against Algeria.

The Crested Cranes will be glad to return home having played both its previous games against Rwanda in Rwanda.

Head to head

In the last three games, Uganda has one only two games while Algeria has won all its previous games.

Rwanda 0-0 Uganda
Uganda 3-3 Rwanda
Uganda 3-1 Tanzania


Algeria 4-0 Tanzania
Algeria 3-0 Tanzania
Senegal 4-0 Algeria

The role of head coach has been empty since the passing away of coach Sam Timbe but reports indicate the search is done.

Obua recently completed his UEFA A Diploma in Belfast, Northern Ireland, and the URA FC coaching assignment is set to be his next assignment.

Interim coach Fred Muhumuza will retake the assistant head coach position in the restructuring that will soon be confirmed by the club.

Obua is one of the finest talents having sprouted on the football scene. He gave a lot of joy to Ugandans with his lethal left foot and he needs no announcement.

However, as a coach, a lot will be required from him since he joins a club with huge promises but limited output in terms of success.

On Friday, September 22, URA will be hosting Gaddafi FC at Metha Stadium, Lugazi in their second game of the 2023/24 campaign.

KCCA FC head coach Sergio Traguil is confident that his team still has a chance to go through even after losing to Abu Salim in the CAF Confederation Cup.

It was a tough evening for the Lugogo-based side as they fell 3-1 to Libya’s side at Stade Rades, Tunisia on Sunday evening.

In the post-match conference, the Portuguese gaffer revealed how the clash is not done and things can change in the second leg.

“It is very possible to change the things at home. It’s not yet over and we are still positive about qualifying for the group stages,” Sergio told the press.

“We started the game very nervous and we made some silly mistakes that we were not supposed to do. We were also held because of lack of competition this team is having competition more than us,” he added.

The visitors scored in the 24th and 34th minutes giving them a two-goal advantage going into the break.

“We did not play our football, especially in the first 20 minutes. The inexperience cost us a lot and I can tell you about the goals. We defended poorly and we were punished.”

“There were three moments that we need to watch again. I didn’t see anything special with this team. I am not undermining them but we made their work easier.”

“They got their chances and took them away, I think we could have done far better. We have to play better in the second leg.”

“The goal we scored here was very important and it can decide which side goes through,” he concluded.

The second goal for Abu Salim came in the 71st minute before Abubaker Mayanja scored to pull back one for the visitors.

The two sides will meet on Saturday, September 30th to tell who goes into the CAF Confederation Cup groups.

CAF Confederation Cup | Results
Sunday, September 17, 2023

KCCA FC suffered a 3-1 loss to Libya’s Abu Salim in the CAF Confederation Cup in Tunisia on Sunday.

The Lugogo-based side finds themselves in big trouble after a huge loss which means they will have to work hard in the reverse leg if they are to go further.

The hosts took the lead in the 24th minute before they doubled ten minutes later from the spot kick.

After 45 minutes the Kasasiro Boys were trailing by two at Stade Rades.

Later in the 71st minute, Abu Salim found the third to compound KCCA’s misery.

Five minutes later Abu Mayanja pulled back one for the visitors.

In the final minutes of the game, defender Mustafa Mujuzi received marching orders and KCCA finished the game with 10 men.

The sides will meet again on Saturday, September 30, 2023, to decide who makes it to the group stages.

KCCA XI: Derrick Ochan (Gk), Bruno Adilson, Mustafa Mujuzi, Emilson Gozanga, Herbert Achayi, Faisal Wabyoona, Saidi Mayanja, Gui, Arafat Usama, Etiene Katenga, Shaban Muhammad.

Uganda Premier League | Results

Sunday, September 17, 2023

Vipers SC edged Gaddafi FC in a 2-1 victory in the Uganda Premier League at Gaddafi Arena on Sunday.

It was a perfect start for the Venoms who started their title defence with a victory away from home.

The Jinja-based side was returning to their home (Gaddafi Arena) after playing the previous campaign at Kakindu Stadium.

Vipers took the lead through captain Milton Karisa who was in the right place to swiftly convert Yunus Ssentamu’s assist.

Thereafter Vipers were in full control of the game but lacked the mobility and urgency upfront to take away the created chances.

With four minutes left on the clock in the first half, Gaddafi’s goalkeeper Dennis Ochieng fumbled with the ball before the Mauritanian forward Mohammed Salem Ekbad tapped home from close range. Bright Anukani’s low hard effort gave Ochieng a lot of work to do before Mohammed converted the loose ball steps away from the goalline.

The hosts returned a better side as they took charge of the game from word go.

Ten minutes into the second half, the hosts pulled back one through Benson Muhindo who converted from the spot after Rogers Torach pushed Amos Kirya in a dangerous Area and the centre referee gave Gaddafi a penalty.

The hosts kept pushing for an equaliser but Vipers’ defence was up for the task.

The victory gives the Venoms a perfect start to the season as they chase for a third title in a row.

In the next game, Gaddafi will visit URA FC on Friday, September 22 while Vipers will host Arua Hill SC on Thursday in the night football fiesta.

Uganda Premier League
Sunday, September 17, 2023

Maroons registered a well-deserved 3-0 victory against Wakiso Giants in the Uganda Premier League at Kabaka Kyabaggu Stadium on Sunday.

The Purple Sharks started the 2023/24 campaign on a sad note after suffering a huge loss to the Prison Wardens at home.

Darius Ojok gave Maroons the lead two minutes into the game. The 2022/23 UPL young player of the season was cool and confident burying away Abraham Tusubira’s delivery.

Wakiso Giants came so close through George Kaddu but his freekick was blocked by Ronald Orombi.

Marvin Nyanzi witnessed his effort bounce off the frame before Patrick Bayiga nearly scored into his own net.

Ojok showed his class once again after he beat Wakiso’s backline to set up Fred Amaku but the forward failed to guide the ball into an empty net.

In the 34th Ojok extended Maroons’ lead with a delightful tap in off Tusubira’s delivery.

In the second half, the pace duly fell as none of the two sides fully took control of the game.

In the 79th minute, Tusubira looped the ball past Wakiso Giants’ custodian Kenneth Lukuya who had moved off the line.

The victory takes Maroons on top of the log since it’s the biggest winning margin among the victors on Matchday one.

Next on the menu, Maroons host SC Villa on Sunday, September 24 while Wakiso Giants will make a short trip to Kavumba to play neighbours Bright Stars on Saturday.