By: Geoffrey Mugabi
Match Details:
– Fixture: Uganda Cubs vs. Tanzania
– Date: Sunday, 15th December 2024
– Time: 4 PM
– Venue: Hamz Stadium, Nakivubo
– Fees: 10k – Ordinary, 30k – VIP
The Uganda U17 boy’s football national team, the Uganda Cubs, will be in action on Sunday against Tanzania in the AFCON U17 CECAFA Zonal Qualifiers.
In the opening game of Group A, Uganda will start their World Cup dream against a tricky side, Tanzania, at 4 pm at Ham Stadium in Nakivubo.
After three weeks of intense training and preparations, Uganda will be seeking a victory to keep their World Cup dream alive.
Head coach Brian Senyondo expressed his belief in the boys after the last training session on Saturday.
“We know how heavy the tournament is, but we come ready to face it off with any opponent because the final goal is playing at the U17 World Cup. Tomorrow’s game against Tanzania is our first step into our dream, so we will fight for victory,” Ssenyondo stated.
Uganda’s main objective is to secure a place in the CAF U17 Africa Cup of Nations, which serves as a pathway to the prestigious FIFA U17 World Cup.
Uganda is pitted in Group A with Tanzania and Kenya after Burundi and Ethiopia withdrew from the competition.
Meanwhile, in the early kick-off, Somalia will battle South Sudan at 1 pm still at Ham Stadium, Nakivubo.
The tournament is hosted by Uganda and starts today, Sunday, 15th December, and will climax on 28th this month.
Uganda Cubs Final Squad:
Goalkeepers:
Adrian Mukwanga
Edrisah Waibi
Lukyamuzi Ashraf
Defenders:
Musaazi Marvin
Sengooba Hamuza
Torach Elvis
Oyirwoth Steven
Oyirwoth Pius
Mubiru Travor
Midfielders:
Kabiito Marvin
Jjara Brain
Walusimbi Abubakali
Magala Isima Mulala
Ogema Thomas
Forwards:
Nkoola Arafat
Bogere James
Richard Okello
Simon Wanyama
Magogo Shakur Lucky Baggio
Bagenda Enock
