Uganda’s Joshua Cheptegei has officially secured his qualification for the 2025 World Athletics Championships after clocking an impressive 2:05:59 at the Tokyo Marathon on Sunday. The performance marked a significant three-minute improvement from his marathon debut in Valencia last year, earning him a ninth-place finish in a highly competitive field. His compatriot, Stephen Kissa, finished 25th in 2:09:34, falling short of the qualification standard.The Tokyo Marathon, a World Athletics Platinum Label event, was dominated by Ethiopian runners. Tadese Takele claimed his first major marathon title in a world-leading 2:03:23. The 2021 World U20 steeplechase silver medalist surged past Kenya’s Vincent…
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The FUFA Juniors League returns this weekend with an exciting lineup of Match-Day 4 fixtures set to take place across various venues. With teams eager to assert their dominance, the action promises intense battles and thrilling moments.BUL FC JT will look to continue their flawless start to the season when they host NEC FC JT at Gaddafi Arena. Meanwhile, one of the weekend’s biggest clashes will see SC Villa JT take on KCCA FC JT in a heated encounter at East High School, Ntinda, as both sides seek to assert their superiority in the competition.The fixtures kick off on Saturday,…
The Uganda Sevens team is set for a crucial test at the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Challenger, scheduled for March 1-2 at Athlone Stadium in Cape Town, South Africa.Uganda’s men’s team, the Rugby Cranes Sevens, has been drawn into Pool C alongside sevens heavyweights Samoa and Brazil. Meanwhile, the Lady Rugby Cranes will compete in Pool C against Belgium and Colombia.With promotion to the elite HSBC SVNS series on the line, Uganda must secure a top-eight finish after the first two rounds in Cape Town to advance to the final Challenger event in Krakow, Poland, on April 11-12. The four…
The Stanbic Uganda Cup has reached the Round of 16, with top-tier clubs and surprise contenders securing their places after a fiercely competitive Round of 32.The final match of the round saw Maroons edge Wakiso Giants 4-2 on penalties after a goalless draw at Luzira Prisons Grounds on Wednesday, February 26. Their victory sealed a spot in the last 16, joining a diverse lineup of past champions, FUFA Big League teams, and regional league hopefuls.Defending Champions and Heavyweights ProgressReigning champions Kitara stayed on course to defend their title with a 2-1 victory over CATDA (Kampala Regional League) on February 20.Record…
The football world was left in shock and mourning on Monday, February 24, following the tragic passing of Vipers SC striker Abubakar Lawal. The Nigerian forward, affectionately known as the “Man from Sokoto,” succumbed to injuries sustained after an unfortunate fall from the third floor of Voicemall Shopping Arcade in Bwebajja. His untimely departure at just 29 years old has left a void in Ugandan football and beyond.Lawal joined Vipers SC on July 18, 2022, from Rwandan club AS Kigali, bringing with him experience and talent. He quickly endeared himself to the club’s fans and made a lasting impact, particularly…
FixturesBUL FC will be aiming for a place in the Uganda Cup Round of 16 when they host lower-division side Bugoigo Leopards FC at the Gaddafi Arena on Monday evening.The Eastern Giants, who have had an impressive start to the second round of the Uganda Premier League, will be eager to carry their momentum into the cup competition. They are coming off back-to-back league victories over Mbale Heroes and Express FC.Despite facing a second-division opponent, BUL head coach Abbey Bogere Kikomeko has emphasized that his team will not take Bugoigo Leopards lightly.”We are playing a lower-division team, but we shall…
Uganda Cubs head coach Brian Ssenyondo has unveiled a comprehensive 37-man provisional squad as Uganda starts intensive preparations for the 2025 U17 AFCON.The squad will gather at the FUFA Technical Center in Njeru with preparations scheduled to commence on February 24, 2025. The Cubs, who secured their AFCON berth as CECAFA region champions with a thrilling 2-1 victory over Tanzania, are now setting their sights on an even loftier goal: qualifying for the FIFA U17 World Cup.Coach Ssenyondo has opted for a strategic blend of continuity and fresh talent. The core of the squad that triumphed in the CECAFA qualifiers…
Arsenal is set to host West Ham United at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday, aiming to close the gap on Premier League leaders Liverpool. The Gunners are currently trailing the Reds by eight points, but with Liverpool dropping points in recent fixtures, Mikel Arteta’s side sees an opportunity to reignite their title challenge.Adding to Arsenal’s motivation, second-placed Manchester City faces a tough fixture against Arne Slot’s Liverpool on Sunday. If results go in their favor, the North London club could move within striking distance of the title race.Arsenal Targets Zubimendi as Jorginho’s SuccessorAs the summer transfer window approaches, Arsenal is…
Vipers SC continued their impressive form in the Stanbic Uganda Cup, securing a comfortable 2-0 victory over Mbarara City on Thursday night at St Mary’s Stadium, Kitende, to book their place in the round of 16.Under the floodlights, the Venoms controlled proceedings, with their star men, Allan Okello and Yunus Sentamu, once again delivering crucial moments to guide the team past a resilient Mbarara City side.Sentamu Breaks the DeadlockMbarara City showed early defensive discipline, frustrating Vipers’ attacking efforts. However, the breakthrough came in the 38th minute when Yunus Sentamu rose highest to head home a perfectly delivered cross from left-back…
With just hours remaining before their crucial Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) 2026 qualifier against Ethiopia, Crested Cranes captain Viola Nambi has assured Ugandans that the team is in high spirits and fully prepared for the challenge.Speaking at a press conference held at FUFA headquarters in Mengo on Thursday morning, Nambi expressed confidence in the squad’s mental and physical readiness.“Everyone is confident and mentally prepared for the game,” she said. “The team is strong enough, and we are ready to give everything for the country because we are in good spirits.”The Crested Cranes will host Ethiopia in the first…