David GOMBE
Uganda national boys’ U-17 team will battle Burkina Faso in the U-17 World Cup round of 16 an all-African affair on Tuesday (3:30Pm).
Both Uganda and Burkina Faso produced remarkable results at the round of 32, as the World Cup first timers got past Senegal before the West African side eliminated reigning champions Germany.
The Cubs continued to defy odds when they stunned Senegal courtesy of a Abubakali Walusimbi sole goal on Tuesday.
Oscar Barro’s side on the hand dethroned champions Germany 1-0 thanks to a Mohamad Zongo first half goal.
The Burkina Faso coach, Oscar Barro anticipates a tough contest against Brian Ssenyondo’s side.
“Uganda have made it to the Round of 16, which shows what a quality side they are, so we need to prepare accordingly. We played them in a friendly match, but every team has changed their style and appearance since then.” Said Barro
Abubakali Walusimbi, the scorer of Uganda’s goal against Senegal believes they can go all the way.
“We have to believe that we can win the World Cup, it’s our first time participating, so we are newbies, but we have got what it takes.” Said Walusimbi
The Cubs will be without their talisman James Bogere due to suspension with Bukedea Comprehensive school striker Simon Wanyama expected to fill his void. Bogere has netted two goals at the ongoing World Cup in the Gulf.
