In the unpredictable world of football, injuries are an unavoidable setback, and for Ugandan forward Favor Danielita Nambatya, fate dealt a cruel hand in January 2024. The gifted footballer suffered an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury while training at a playground in Nakawa, Kampala, during the off-season. What seemed like a minor mishap at first
In a powerful legal showdown, Ugandan striker Fahad Aziz Bayo has decisively triumphed in a contract dispute against Czech club MFK Vyškov, securing a substantial $55,000 (UGX 209M) payout. The club has been ordered to pay up, and a transfer ban will now hang over their head until the compensation is settled. The dispute erupted
The quest for supremacy in Uganda’s most coveted club tournament intensifies as the Stanbic Uganda Cup advances to the Round of 16. A diverse mix of Uganda Premier League powerhouses, FUFA Big League challengers, and regional dark horses have earned their places, setting the stage for a captivating knockout phase. Maroons clinched the final slot
The rapid strides in the development of Hoima City Stadium have reignited government interest, with Turkish construction giant Summa poised to take charge of the upcoming phase of renovations at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole. Summa, currently driving Hoima’s evolution into a state-of-the-art sports complex, is set to replace the UPDF Engineering Brigade at Namboole following
The Crested Cranes’ quest for a spot in the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) came to a heartbreaking conclusion in Addis Ababa, as Ethiopia staged a remarkable turnaround to eliminate Uganda in the first qualifying round. Despite entering the second leg with a commanding 2-0 advantage from the opening fixture in Kampala, Uganda
A pulsating showdown awaits as Ethiopia’s national women’s football team hosts Uganda’s Crested Cranes in the decisive second leg of the first round of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) 2026 Qualifiers. This eagerly anticipated fixture is set for Wednesday at 3:00 PM (EAT) at Addis Ababa’s iconic Abebe Bikila Stadium. This fixture is
The Stanbic Uganda Cup has delivered its most electrifying twist yet, as Blacks Power FC pulled off a sensational upset, knocking out top-tier contenders NEC FC with a commanding 2-0 victory at the MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo. The FUFA Big League side’s triumph has set the competition alight, proving once again that in knockout football,
The Uganda Cup roared to life with unforgettable clashes as teams fought tooth and nail for a coveted place in the Round of 16. Yesterday’s fixtures delivered high-octane drama, stunning goals, and the kind of passion that defines Ugandan football. Police FC came out blazing, dismantling Solitilo Bright Stars with a commanding 2-0 victory. Their
The stage is set for an electrifying showdown as Uganda’s Silverbacks gear up to battle Nigeria this evening in a high-stakes clash at the Grand Hall Tripoli in Libya. Tip-off is locked in for 7 PM, and the stakes couldn’t be higher with victory guaranteeing Uganda a coveted spot in the 2025 FIBA Afrobasket finals
Anticipation is sky-high across Uganda’s football community as the nation’s U17 men’s team, proudly known as the Cubs, begins its march toward glory at the 2025 U17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Head coach Brian Ssenyondo has officially named a 37-player provisional squad, setting the stage for an intense preparation camp beginning on February 24,