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FUFA Drum: Lango, Buganda Join Bunyoro and Acholi in Semifinals

Defending champions Lango have secured a place in the semifinals of the FUFA Drum after narrowly overcoming Teso in a tightly contested quarterfinal tie played on Sunday in Lira. A decisive moment arrived late in the second leg when Emmanuel Oketch struck in the 79th minute, handing Lango a 1-0 victory on the day. With

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Why Referees Need Protection from Public Scrutiny

Physical confrontation with match officials remains one of the most serious offences in modern football, often attracting the toughest punishments available within the game. These strict measures are essential—they protect referees and ensure they can perform their duties without fear, intimidation, or harm. However, while safeguarding referees is non-negotiable, it should not translate into a

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UFL 2025/26: Kumi, YMCA share spoils as quarterfinal race stays wide open

The 2025/26 Pepsi University Football League (UFL) quarterfinals burst into life with tightly contested first-leg encounters, highlighted by a balanced 1-1 draw between Kumi University and YMCA Comprehensive Institute on Sunday, 29th March 2026. YMCA Comprehensive broke the deadlock early in the second half through Ashraf Luggya, who produced a moment of brilliance with a

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AFCON 2027: Ogwang Confident Uganda Will Meet CAF Standards

Uganda’s preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations remain firmly on course, according to State Minister for Sports Peter Ogwang, who has moved to ease public concern following a recent inspection by the Confederation of African Football. Addressing the nation through his official X platform, Ogwang explained that government deliberately invited CAF officials to

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Stanbic Uganda Cup QFs: URA face KCCA as Vipers draw NEC in blockbuster ties

The 52nd edition of the Stanbic Uganda Cup has served up mouthwatering quarterfinal fixtures following a draw held on Thursday, 26th March 2026 in Kampala. Conducted by Dr Santosh Gumte and overseen by Hajjati Aisha Nalule, the draw paired some of Uganda’s biggest clubs against each other in what promises to be a thrilling last-eight

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Ziraba, Mukiibi Inspire St Lawrence to First-Leg Triumph Over Ndejje

St Lawrence University made full use of home advantage with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Ndejje University in the first leg of their Pepsi University Football League (UFL) 2025/26 quarterfinal clash at Kavule Stadium on Thursday. In a contest defined by quick responses and attacking intent, St Lawrence struck first through Ronnie Ziraba in the

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Mutalaga Takes Patron Role as Bulemeezi Unveil 2026 Masaza Cup Committee

Three-time Buganda Masaza Cup champions Bulemeezi Ssaza Team have officially unveiled the leadership committee that will guide the team into the 2026 edition of the prestigious competition. The announcement was made on Wednesday at the Ssaza headquarters in Bbowa by Ssaza chief Kangaawo Dr. Ronald Mulondo, confirming a blend of continuity and fresh appointments within

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Bulemeezi unveil new-look technical bench for 2026 Masaza Cup, Golola appointed advisor

Bulemeezi Ssaza has officially rolled out its technical team ahead of the 2026 Masaza Cup, with experienced tactician Edward Golola taking up an advisory role. The announcement was made on Wednesday during a media briefing at the team’s headquarters in Bbowa, where management outlined a refreshed structure aimed at reclaiming past glory. At the helm

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Uganda Martyrs Nkozi claim narrow first-leg advantage over Muteesa I in UFL quarterfinal clash

Pepsi University Football League 2025/26 action heated up on Wednesday as Uganda Martyrs University Nkozi secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Muteesa I Royal University in the first leg of their quarterfinal encounter. The hosts made an electric start, asserting early dominance through Richard Lagu, who broke the deadlock in just the 6th minute. Lagu

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Five Students Lose Lives in Road Crash While Traveling for USSSA Games

A wave of grief has engulfed the school sports community following a fatal road accident that claimed the lives of five students from Iki-Iki Senior Secondary School on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. The students were traveling to Kamonkoli Seed Secondary School in Budaka District to take part in the ongoing Uganda Secondary Schools Sports Association

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