Lugazi Trekkers produced a nervy, spirited performance to upend the previously undefeated Buvuma Sailors and lift the first-ever Mukono T20 Cup in a pulsating final at Florida Oval. Electing to bat, the Trekkers posted 150 for 8 — a competitive total fashioned through contributions across the lineup rather than a single dominant innings. The Sailors
Uganda’s She Cranes delivered a commanding statement of intent at the Celtic Cup on Thursday evening, dismantling Northern Ireland 72–46 at the Emirates Arena in Glasgow, Scotland. It was a performance dripping with authority—one that underlined the team’s rising confidence and cohesion as this year’s round-robin tournament gathers pace. President Commonwealth Sport, Dr. Donald Rukare,
Mbale Heroes’ turbulent season plunged deeper into crisis on Thursday after suffering a crushing 4–0 defeat to Kigezi Home Boyz at the Mbale City Stadium in the FUFA Big League Match Day 10 action. The embattled hosts endured a chaotic start, astonishingly kicking off the match with three players missing from the lineup before eventually
Uganda’s trailblazing FIFA referee Shamira Nabadda continues to rise on the continental stage, only days after being crowned CAF Referee of the Year. Her remarkable progress has been rewarded with a place on the officiating team for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco, making her the sole Ugandan referee selected for the
The highly anticipated End of Year Primary Schools Sports Gala is back for its 3rd edition, with organizers confirming Wednesday, 26th November 2025 as the official date. This year’s action-packed event will unfold at the Ntenjeru Ssaza Grounds in Kayunga, a venue expected to host hundreds of young athletes from across Uganda. The annual gala
Newly appointed Kiyinda Boys head coach Emmy Kisakye wasted no time stamping his authority, guiding the Gayaza-based outfit to a crucial 2-1 win over Iganga United in his debut match on Matchday 9 of the FUFA Big League at Betherm Recreation Ground in Kiwenda. Kiyinda Boys, who have endured a troubled start to the campaign,
FUFA Big League outfit Kiyinda Boys FC have confirmed the appointment of Emmy Kisakye as their new tactician, marking the beginning of a fresh chapter for the struggling side. Kisakye steps into the role to replace James Cemari, who was shown the exit door after the club endured a disappointing start to the season. Before
The full line-up and match schedule for the 2026 Commonwealth Games netball tournament has been officially confirmed, with hosts Glasgow unveiling the groups and fixtures for next year’s showpiece. Twelve of the world’s top netball nations, Uganda included, will battle for supremacy over a nine-day spectacle running from Saturday, 25 July to Sunday, 2 August
Uganda has descended two spots in the newest FIFA World Rankings, moving from 83rd to 85th following the completion of the recent international window. The Cranes’ mixed results during the break contributed to the slide. Paul Put’s men squeezed out a 2-1 victory over Chad but were later outclassed in a 4-0 defeat to Morocco,
Uganda’s magical run at the FIFA U17 World Cup came to a painful halt on Tuesday after a dramatic 1–1 draw was settled by a 5–3 penalty defeat to Burkina Faso at Aspire Zone, Pitch 5. The Cubs, who had captured global attention with their fearless football and giant-killing of Senegal in the Round of