AFCON Qualifiers | Results

• Congo 0-1 Uganda
• South Africa 3-0 South Sudan

Uganda secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Congo in the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) Qualifiers encounter on Tuesday.

Travis Mutyaba scored the all-important goal as Uganda climaxed the campaign on a high.

Uganda Cranes head coach Paul Put made five changes to the team that started against South Africa for tonight’s match in Brazzaville.

At left-back, Isaac Muleme replaced Aziz Kayondo, while Halid Lwaliwa was preferred over Timothy Awany in the heart of the backline.

In midfield, Ronald Ssekiganda took the place of Taddeo Lwanga, while Travis Mutyaba started ahead of Allan Okello in the attacking midfield role.

Upfront, Calvin Kabuye earned his first national team cap, replacing Jude Ssemugabi in the attack.

Uganda suffered a significant setback when skipper Khalid Aucho limped off with an injury and was replaced by Bobosi Byaruhanga.

Midfielder Ronald Ssekiganda was booked in the 25th minute as he struggled to cope with the hosts’ pressure in the midfield.

Mutyaba broke the deadlock in the 55th minute as he fired the ball into the back of the net.

Even after the victory, Uganda remains second on the four-team log with 13 points in six games played in the campaign.

Elsewhere, South Africa secured a well-deserved 3-0 victory against South Sudan in the other Group K encounter.

South Africa and Uganda qualified from Group K for the 2025 AFCON tournament that will be held in Morocco.

How Uganda Cranes Lined Up

Uganda XI: Isima Watenga (GK), Khalid Aucho, Isaac Muleme, Kenneth Semakula, Bevis Mugabi, Halidi Lwaliwa, Travis Mutyaba, Ronald Ssekiganda, Calvin Hope Kabuye, Denis Omedi, Rogers Mato

AFCON Qualifiers | Half Time

HT: Congo 0-0 Uganda

Congo Brazzaville hold Uganda at the break in the African Cup of Nations encounter on Tuesday evening.

Uganda Cranes head coach Paul Put made five changes to the team that started against South Africa for tonight’s match in Brazzaville.

At left-back, Isaac Muleme replaced Aziz Kayondo, while Halid Lwaliwa was preferred over Timothy Awany in central defence.

In midfield, Ronald Ssekiganda took the place of Taddeo Lwanga, while Travis Mutyaba started ahead of Allan Okello in the attacking midfield role.

Upfront, Calvin Kabuye earned his first national team cap, replacing Jude Ssemugabi in the attack.

Uganda suffered a significant setback when skipper Khalid Aucho limped off with an injury and was replaced by Bobosi Byaruhanga.

Midfielder Ronald Ssekiganda was booked in the 25th minute as he struggled to cope with the hosts’ pressure in the midfield.

Action will continue in the second half to determine who could have the muscle and courage to break the deadlock.

How Uganda Cranes Lined Up

Uganda XI: Isima Watenga (GK), Khalid Aucho, Isaac Muleme, Kenneth Semakula, Bevis Mugabi, Halidi Lwaliwa, Travis Mutyaba, Ronald Ssekiganda, Calvin Hope Kabuye, Denis Omedi, Rogers Mato

Uganda Cranes head coach Paul Put has made five changes from the team that started against South Africa for tonight’s match in Brazzaville. named

Assistant captain Isma Waatenga starts in goal.

In the backline, Isaac Muleme steps in at left back for Aziz Kayondo while Halid Lwaliwa returns to pair up with Bevis Mugabi in central defence ahead of Timothy Awany while Kenneth Ssemakula maintains his place at right back.

Changes have also been made in the midfield with Ronald Ssekiganda replacing Taddeo Lwanga while Travis Mutyaba starts head of Allan Okello in the number ten role. Skipper Khalid Aucho maintains his place.

The only change in the front three sees Calvin Kabuye given a starting node ahead of regular Jude Ssemugabi. Rogers Mato and Denis Omedi maintain their starting places.

AFCON Qualifiers | Group K | Fixtures

• Congo vs Uganda – 7pm
• South Africa vs South Sudan – 7pm

Uganda is set to face Congo Brazzaville in their final Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Qualifier on Tuesday.

The Cranes will look to end the campaign on a positive note after a disappointing 2-0 loss to South Africa, which knocked them off the top spot in the group. This defeat was a setback for both the team and their supporters.

A victory today would rekindle hope among Ugandan fans and reaffirm their belief in the team.

Having defeated Congo 2-0 in the first leg at Namboole, a win today would complete a double over their opponents.

While South Africa currently leads the group, Uganda still has a chance to claim the top spot if they win and South Sudan avoids a loss.

Congo has a recent record of one win, three losses, and a draw in their last five competitive matches. In contrast, Uganda has secured three wins, one draw, and one loss in their last five outings.

Historically, Uganda has a slight edge, winning three of the last five encounters against Congo. One match ended in a draw, and Congo claimed one victory.

The much-anticipated Bunyoro-Kitara Kingdom Clan Football Tournament and Amasaza Bicycle Racing Competition kicked off on Friday, November 15 with a vibrant and lively opening ceremony held at Masindi Booma Grounds.

The event was graced by Alex Katusabe, the Bunyoro-Kitara Kingdom Chief Administrative Secretary (CAS), who represented Andrew Byakutaga Ateenyi.

In his remarks, Katusabe expressed gratitude to MTN Uganda for their continued sponsorship of the tournament and support for other kingdom initiatives, including the prestigious Empango celebrations.

“We appreciate MTN Uganda for their unwavering support. Their sponsorship helps promote not only sports but also the cultural values that bind us together as a community,” Katusabe said.

He encouraged participants to engage in the games with enthusiasm and commitment, ensuring that the main objective of the competition—fostering unity and sportsmanship—is fully realized.

The competition began with a series of exciting events. The Amasaza Bicycle Race saw spirited participation from men and women across Masindi Municipality, Buruli, and Bujenje counties.

The first five finishers in each category secured spots in the next stage of the competition. Cash prizes were awarded to the top cyclists, with the winners taking home prizes ranging from Shs 500,000 for first place to Shs 50,000 for fifth place.

In the football tournament, four clans—Abahinda, Abafumambogo, Abakwonga, and Abairuntu—battled it out in a knockout format. The tournament saw intense matches, with Abafumambogo emerging as the standout clan. The results of the games were as follows:

• Abafumambogo 2-1 Abahinda
• Abakwonga 2(5)-2(4) Abairuntu
• Abakwonga 0-1 Abafumambogo

Abafumambogo clan secured a spot in the next stage of the tournament after their hard-fought victories.

The opening ceremony was attended by a number of dignitaries, including representatives from MTN, Bunyoro-Kitara Kingdom, local government officials, religious leaders, and business personalities, all coming together to celebrate the spirit of unity and sportsmanship in the kingdom.

The action will continue on Friday, November 22 in Kiryandongo District, as the tournament and race move into the next phase.

The Bunyoro-Kitara Kingdom and MTN partnership promises to bring even more excitement to the competition in the coming
weeks.

Uganda Cranes head coach Paul Put expects a strong response from his team in their upcoming match against Congo Brazzaville.

Uganda suffered a disappointing 2-0 defeat to South Africa in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Qualifiers at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole.

It was Uganda’s first loss in the campaign, and the large crowd that witnessed the disappointing performance was undoubtedly disheartened.

However, the coach believes his players will respond positively in the final group game against Congo Brazzaville.

“We should be able to react positively in our final group game against Congo (Brazzaville),” the coach wrote in a letter to Uganda Cranes’ fans.

“I have conveyed a message to my players to understand your feelings and respond accordingly. We will respond like true Uganda Cranes on the pitch next Tuesday,” he added.

Uganda currently sits second in Group K with 10 points after five matches.

Uganda will conclude the campaign on Tuesday, November 19, when they face Congo Brazzaville away from home.

FUFA Women Super League | Results

• Lady Doves 0-1 Kampala Queens
• Wakiso Hill 0-0 She Maroons
• Tooro Queens 0-0 She Corporates
• Olila HS 0-0 Kawempe Muslim

Kampala Queens secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Lady Doves in the FUFA Women Super League at Katushabe Stadium, Masindi.

With seven played, Kampala Queens have now narrowed down the points gap to two points below the table leaders Kawempe Muslim.

Shamirah Nalugya found the back of the net two minutes into the game.

The skipper was set up by Peace Muduwa and made no mistake in front of goal to give the hosts an early lead.

Sumaya Komuntale made a timely clearance in the final minutes of the game after Kampala Queens’ custodian was beaten.

Elsewhere, Kawempe Muslim shared spoils with Olila High School in a goalless draw as both sides failed to find the back of the net.

Wakiso Hill held She Maroons at St Mary’s Stadium in a goalless stalemate.

Tooro Queens picked a big point from She Corporates after a tough game played on a water-logged playground.

• AFCON 2025 Qualifiers | Result
• Uganda 0-2 South Africa

The Bafana Bafana of South Africa defeated Uganda Cranes in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers match played at the Mandela National Stadium in Namboole.

The game started on a slow note as South Africa preferred to build play from the back with short passes.

Both sides were not sharp upfront as they struggled to get goalkeepers on either side in action.

Khalid Aucho and Aziizi Kayondo made back-to-back timely tackles to deny Evidence Makgopa and EliasMokwana, who had a clear sight on goal.

Allan Okello had flashes of brilliance beating his markers, but the end product was far from what was required.

James Morena broke the deadlock in the 48th minute with a simple finish after a huge defensive error by Taddeo Lwanga.

Jude Ssemugabi had a clear chance to level matters but he instead planted the ball over the bar.

In the 74th minute, Reagan Appolis beat Kenneth Semakula on the right, but his final ball was blocked for a corner kick as the visitors kept knocking on the door.

South Africa’s custodian made a big save thwarting Bobosi Byaruhanga’s goal-bound freekick on 78 minutes.

Uganda nearly gave away another goal as Watenga made a blander in the dangerous area, but Iqraam Rayners’ effort went wide by inches.

Rogers Mato skied a powerful freekick at the edge of the box in Uganda Cranes’ final chance to restore parity.

With two minutes left on the clock, Patrick Maswanganyi doubled South Africa’s lead with a powerful header into the back of the net.

The victory takes South Africa on top of the log with 11 points as Uganda falls to the second with 10 points after five games.

• AFCON Qualifiers | Halftime
• Uganda 0-0 South Africa

Uganda and South Africa have fired blanks in a goalless draw at halftime of the AFCON Qualifiers encounter at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole.

The game started on a very slow note as South Africa preferred to build from behind with short passes across the pitch.

Rogers Mato decided to test Khuliso Johnson Mudau’s pace on the right flank, but the defender was quick to clear the ball for a corner kick.

In the 15th minute, Allan Okello carelessly gave away possession, but Aziizi Kayondo was quick to intercept forward Evidence Makgopa.

Ten minutes later, Khalid Aucho made a timely clearance to deny South Africa a cut-clear chance after Bevis Mugabi lost the ball in front of goal.

The goalless score sends both sides into the second stanza with ultimate hunger to see who breaks the deadlock.

Uganda Starting XI: Isima Watenga, Kenneth Ssemakula, Aziizi Kayondo, Bevis Mugabi, Timothy Awany, Taddeo Lwanga, Khalid Aucho, Rogers Mato, Denis Omedi, Jude Ssemugabi, Allan Okello

Uganda Cranes’ starting lineup to take on South Africa in the Afcon 2025 Qualifier at Mandela National Stadium in Namboole has been revealed.

Timothy Awany is the fresh face in the back line as he will pair up with Bevis Mugabi in the heart of defence.

Kenneth Ssemakula and Aziz Kayondo maintain their places at right and left back respectively while Isma Watenga keeps his place in between the sticks.

The midfield three has skipper Khalid Aucho and Taddeo Lwanga with Allan Okello in the number ten role behind the forward trio of Rogers Mato, Denis Omedi and Jude Ssemugabi.

It should be noted that it’s pride at stake as both Uganda and South Africa already qualified for the final tournament following South Sudan’s win over Congo last evening.