The 2025 Africa Cup Of Nations qualifiers will come to an end on Tuesday, September 9, 2024, with 15 games to play. At Mandela National Stadium, Andre Onana’s Cameroon will take on Zimbabwe at 7 pm under the floodlights. Manchester United’s custodian will be the attractive jewellery for Ugandans who would want to have a look at the indomitable lion. Cameroon’s team is stuck with more stars like Vincete Abubaker, Frank Zambo Anguisa, and Bryan Mbuemo, to mention but a few. Cameroon aim to keep their winning streak alive, while Zimbabwe will be out to chase a victory, having shared…
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AFCON 2025 Qualifiers | Results Uganda Cranes secured a resounding 2-0 victory over Congo Brazzaville in their 2025 AFCON qualifier match at the Mandela National Stadium, Namboole, on Monday. Goals from Aziz Kayondo and Jude Semugabi propelled Uganda to a thrilling win in front of a passionate home crowd. Coach Paul Put made two changes to his starting lineup, bringing in Kenneth Semakula and Muhammad Shaban to replace Elvis Bwomono and Steven Mukwala, respectively. From the outset, Uganda dominated the game, seeking to establish an early lead. Kayondo broke the deadlock with a powerful shot that evaded the goalkeeper and…
Uganda Cranes are set to face off against Congo Brazzaville in a crucial AFCON qualifier match at the Mandela National Stadium, Namboole, on Monday. This will be Uganda’s second game in the qualifiers, but their first home fixture since their opening clash against South Africa in Johannesburg. Head coach Paul Put is optimistic about his team’s chances of securing a victory, emphasizing their determination to collect maximum points. “We are targeting a win,” Put stated. “Congo has a strong team with several players in top leagues, so we’re not taking them lightly.” Despite acknowledging that his team is still developing,…
Forward Luis Suarez announced his retiring from international duty to end a 17-year thrilling and dramatic international career. Hanging the boots, Suarez ended his career, having scored 69 goals in the 143 appearances since his debut against Columbia in February 2007. The forward was emotional during the ceremony, where he noted that he will now channel his strength, love, and courage to the stands. “Uruguay is bigger than any player. Starting from today, I will be another fan,” the forward stated. Despite putting up a great fight in the emotional game, Uruguay was held in a goalless draw against Paraguay…
In a hard-fought encounter at MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo, BUL Junior Team emerged victorious over KCCA Soccer Academy, claiming the FUFA Juniors League title. To reach the mark, the oil manufacturers secured a 1-0 victory in the encounter played at MTN Omondi The decisive goal came from Richard Okello, who netted the lone strike in the 26th minute to secure the championship. The match played on Sunday, was a closely contested affair from the outset. Both teams cautiously assessed their opponents in the opening stages, but it was BUL who struck first. Okello’s goal gave them a crucial advantage, forcing…
Uganda Premier League outfit URA FC has secured the future of talented right-back Justin Opiro by extending his contract for three years. The deal will keep Opiro at the club until 2027. The announcement was made on URA’s official website during the ongoing transfer window. “We are delighted to confirm that Justin Opiro has signed a new three-year contract with the club,” the statement read. “His commitment and potential are invaluable to our team.” Opiro’s football journey began at Good Soccer Academy in Northern Uganda before moving to Bright Valley Primary School and Kibuli Secondary School. He later captained the…
Former KCCA defender Rogers Atube joins Uganda Premier League entrants Lugazi FC. The transfer was confirmed via the club’s official website. “We are pleased to confirm the signing of Rogers Atube from KCCA,” the statement partly reads. Atube has joined Lugazi on a two-year employment contract that will keep him at the club until 2025. The versatile defender joined KCCA in September 2022 from the second-tier Lugazi side, where he hit the stage by storm. Atube has previously played for Ndejje University, Gulu United, and Football for Good Academy. He becomes Lugazi’s ninth signing as the club bolsters its squad…
UEFA Nations League – Result Cristiano Ronaldo bolded his name in the books of history as the first player to score 900 top level career goals. This was reached in the game as Portugal edged Croatia in a 2-1 victory in the UEFA Nations League. Ronaldo’s goal on the night equally extended him to a tally of 131 goals for Portugal before he smiled emotionally after the great achievement. Diogo Dalot gave Portugal an early lead as he found himself in an unfamiliar territory but smartly converted in the seventh minute. Ronaldo extended Portugal’s lead with a volley to guide…
Uganda Cranes will be locking horns with South Africa in the opening game of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Friday at Orlando Stadium, Johannesburg. The Group K clash will see two sides for the first competitive encounter since the 2006 World Cup Qualifiers. Uganda Cranes head coach Paul Put beams with confidence ahead of the upcoming clash against the Bafana Bafana today. “I love what am seeing so far. The energy, teamwork and positive spirit. These will be crucial in this fight,” he stated. “We have to fight for the right to be in morocco next year, and…
Uganda’s long-distance runner Rebecca Cheptegei is dead, Kontola Sports has learnt. The death of the Olympic athlete was caused to to the third degree burns after Chptegei was burnt by her boyfriend, Nickson Ndiema. The unfortunate happening was confirmed by Donald Rukare, the Uganda Olympic Committee (UOC) today Thursday, September 5, 2024. “We have learnt of the sad passing on of our Olympic athlete Rebecca Cheptegei following a vicious attack by her boyfriend,” a statement partly reads. “We strongly condemn violence against women. This was a cowardly and senseless act that has led to the loss of a great athlete.…