As Uganda’s Under-17 national football team gears up for their maiden FIFA World Cup appearance, head coach Brian Ssenyondo has revealed that he will resign following the conclusion of the tournament. Speaking on Tuesday, Ssenyondo said, “During our last match in Morocco, I spoke with the FA president and expressed my confidence that this team
JKL Lady Dolphins displayed remarkable resilience to outlast UCU Lady Canons 65–61 in a pulsating Game Three of the 2025 National Basketball League Playoffs semifinals on Wednesday night at Lugogo Indoor Arena. The thrilling contest saw both teams trade momentum in front of a vibrant crowd, but it was the Dolphins who ultimately held their
The Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) on Wednesday unveiled former Ghanaian international Laryea Kingston as the new head coach entrusted with steering the country’s junior national teams. Announced by FUFA Chief Executive Edgar Watson at Kadiba Stadium, Kingston will oversee the Boys’ Under-15, Under-17 and Under-20 squads as the federation’s youth football custodian. FUFA
The Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) has announced a provisional 47-man squad for the upcoming FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025, signaling the start of an exciting new chapter for the nation’s rising stars. Head Coach Brian Ssenyondo has once again been entrusted with steering the young Cranes, assisted by Ronald Ssali, in what
Uganda Cranes legend Denis Onyango has issued a rallying call to the national team ahead of Thursday’s crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier clash with Botswana, saying the group’s hunger and recent form have fueled belief in securing another vital away result. The Cranes face the Zebras in Gaborone on October 9, knowing victory could
JKL Lady Dolphins roared back to life in emphatic fashion, taming the UCU Lady Canons 59–51 on a pulsating Tuesday night at the Lugogo Indoor Arena to level their National Basketball League Playoffs semifinal series at 1–1. After stumbling in Game One with a 57–46 defeat, the defending champions bounced back with a masterclass in
The September Fortebet Real Stars Sports Monthly Awards have gone down in history with the return of former weightlifter Ali Kavuma, 58, to the spotlight after a brief absence. Recognized for his contribution to the sports industry, Ali Kavuma was presented with the Lifetime Achievement award as one of the winners of the September 2025
Muteesa I Royal University edged debutants Africa Renewal University 1–0 in a cagey University Football League clash at Kabira Arena on Monday, thanks to Lutwama Ali’s composed penalty shortly after the interval. The game’s pivotal moment arrived two minutes into the second half when Lutwama slotted home from the spot, deceiving goalkeeper Mayinja Dirisa and
The countdown to the grand climax of the 2025 Buganda Masaza Cup has officially begun, with the iconic Hamz Stadium Nakivubo receiving the green light to host the prestigious final on November 1. With just three weeks left to the much-anticipated showdown, the Masaza Cup Organizing Committee (MCOC) led by Minister of Youth, Sports and
Uganda’s quest for a maiden World Cup berth gathers momentum as ten foreign-based players touched down in Gaborone ahead of the decisive Group G qualifiers against Botswana and Algeria. The arrivals are a mix of Europe, Africa and US-based pros who join a squad determined to keep Uganda’s qualification dream alive in this tight group.