The City Oilers have etched their names into the annals of Ugandan basketball history, clinching their 10th consecutive championship title. In a sweep (4-0) that left no doubt, the Oilers defeated the KIU Titans 64-51 in game four of the best-of-seven series finale. Under the guidance of Coach Andrew Tendo, the Oilers faced a series of challenges throughout the season. The departure of head coach Mande Juruni to Rwanda and key players like Jimmy Enabu, Tonny Drilleba, and James Okello opened the door for rivals to challenge their dominance. Even as injuries and suspensions plagued the team, the Oilers’ resilience…
Author: Eddy Muweesi
Uganda Cranes head coach Paul Put is brimming with confidence as his team prepares to face South Africa in a crucial AFCON qualifier on Friday, September 6, at Orlando Stadium. Speaking ahead of the match, Put expressed his delight with the team’s current form and morale. “I’m absolutely thrilled with what I’m seeing from the players,” he said. “The energy, teamwork, and positive spirit they’ve shown have been exceptional.” The experienced coach, who has guided teams to five AFCON finals, believes that his current squad has the potential to qualify for the tournament. “This is a group of players who…
In a significant milestone for Ugandan football, Busoga United FC has been officially handed over to the community of Busoga, marking a new era for the club. The historic decision was announced by FUFA on Tuesday, September 3, 2024. The transfer of ownership to the community aligns with FUFA’s vision of fostering grassroots football development and strengthening the connection between fans and their local clubs. The move was endorsed by His Royal Highness, the Kyabazinga of Busoga, William Wilberforce Kadumbula Nadiope V. Following a successful meeting between the Kyabazinga and FUFA President Moses Magogo on August 16, 2024, FUFA was…
Uganda Cranes captain Khalid Aucho has issued a passionate plea to fans to unite behind the national team as they prepare to face South Africa in their opening match of the upcoming AFCON qualifiers. The highly anticipated clash is set for Friday, September 6, 2024, at Orlando Stadium in Johannesburg. Aucho believes that the unwavering support of Ugandan fans can significantly boost the team’s performance. “I urge all the fans who can make it to the stadium to come out and rally behind the boys,” Aucho stated. “Their support will inspire us to give our absolute best on the field.”…
Reigning FUFA Super 8 champions, BUL Football Club, have their sights firmly set on clinching the league title in the upcoming season. The oil manufacturers, who successfully defended their Super 8 crown with a dramatic penalty shootout victory over Vipers SC, are brimming with confidence and ambition. After the match, BUL head coach Abbey Kikomeko expressed his team’s determination. “Winning the Super 8 has given us a massive boost. We’re expecting a strong start to the league season. The tough competition in this tournament has prepared us well for the challenges ahead,” he said. Kikomeko, who guided BUL to a…
Mark Halsey, a former Premier League referee, has voiced strong criticism of Chris Kavanagh’s decision to send Declan Rice off with a red card during Arsenal’s 1-1 draw against Brighton. Halsey argued that the call seemed overly aggressive and suggested that Kavanagh could have better managed the situation. Rice received a second yellow card for delaying the restart following a foul on Joel Veltman. However, Halsey pointed out that the ball was still in motion when Veltman took the free-kick, questioning the necessity of the restart. He also highlighted that Brighton’s Joao Pedro had committed a similar infraction earlier in…
Erik Ten Hag made it clear that he wasn’t going to allow any unexpected departures on deadline day, swiftly turning down proposals for key players. Earlier that day, Manchester United had already sold midfielder Scott McTominay to Napoli and finalized a loan deal for winger Jadon Sancho to Chelsea. Antony, after facing challenges in his two seasons at Old Trafford, has found himself out of the starting lineup and has only played one minute in the three matches so far this season. With the team already thin in several positions, Ten Hag opted to keep both Antony and Christian Eriksen,…