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David GOMBE Uganda’s James Bogere was the star of the night as Denmark side Aarhus Gymanstikforening won 2-1 against Sabah FK of Azerbaijan in the first leg of the third UEFA Champions League qualifying round. Bogere struck a brace to give the Danish side a first leg advantage at the Cepheus Park on Wednesday. He gave the home side the lead in the 31st minute when he fired the ball into the roof of the net to send the fans to a bouncing frenzy. Bogere doubled Aarhus’ lead in the 63rd minute before Veljko Simic pulled one back for the…
David GOMBE CANAL+ announces the acquisition of the exclusive rights, in all languages, to all UEFA Men’s Club competitions in Sub-Saharan Africa. Starting in mid-2027, the Group will exclusively bring the biggest matches from the UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League and UEFA Conference League to its subscribers across more than 40 countries in the region until 2031. The most exciting European clashes, the best English, French, Spanish, Italian, German and Portuguese clubs, Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman, Serhou Guirassy, Amad Diallo, Bryan Mbeumo, Antoine Semenyo, Nicolas Jackson, Kylian Mbappé, Ousmane Dembélé, Lamine Yamal, Erling Haaland, Michael Olise, Achraf Hakimi, Harry…
David GOMBE Former FIFA referee and CAF/FIFA instructor Catherine Constance Adipo, Gazelles, Husnah Kukundakwe, Precious Allan Assimwe and Hassan Alwi were rewarded by the organisers of the Fortebet Real Stars awards. They were recognised for their astonishing performances during the month of July at the event held at Nanjing Hotel in Kampala. The winners came from swimming, archery, basketball and Motorsport. Adipo is who is a pioneer in Ugandan female refereeing was rewarded with the Special Recognition Award, the former FIFA badge referee in 1995, officiated at the 2000 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (AWCON). She has also previously served…
Sinan Rajub SENOGA Ugandan goalkeeper Nicholas Sebwato has joined Rwanda Premier League side Amagaju FC from Mukura Victory Sport. Sebwato has spent five years at Mukura Victory Sport where he also served as the team captain for the past two seasons. The experienced shot stopper leaves with unforgettable memories having been voted the league’s best goalkeeper of the season in 2025 with 13 clean sheets. Sebwato was a savior on numerous occasions and ironically scored two crucial goals for the club during the desperate moments in the 2023/24 season. His new club Amagaju, survived relegation by a whisker last season…
David GOMBE SC Villa captain David Owori has died after being attacked by suspected thugs near his home on Tuesday night. Owori was confirmed dead on Wednesday, 5th August at Case Clinic where he had been admitted following attacks. Villa confirmed his demise on Wednesday afternoon in a statement which reads, “SC Villa Football Club is devastated to confirm the death of its Club Captain, David Owori, following a brutal attack by unknown individuals. The Club commiserates with David’s family, teammates, friends, supporters, and the entire football fraternity during this painful moment. David was a valuable player, leader, and servant…
Our Reporter For 12 years, Atinoi Basil has helped golfers chase birdies and trophies. At the Watoto Caddies Tournament, he finally had the chance to chase one of his own. Most golfers remember the shot that won them the tournament. Few remember the person who carried the clubs, searched for errant balls, read the greens and quietly whispered, “Aim a little left.” “Less energy on the swing.” Yet without caddies, golf would be a much lonelier game. On Monday 3 August 2026, the usual order of things changed at Uganda Golf Club. The golfers stepped aside and the caddies took…
Daniel Nsubuga URA FC have agreed terms to sign former goal keeper Nafian Alionzi who is a free agent. The Cranes custodian left the tax collectors three years ago after serving them for six consecutive years and his return confirms the adage that goes “East or West, home is best”. The former Onduparaka man has been on the books of Ethiopian army side Mekelakeya FC whose contract renewal aspirations deemed futile. Alionzi joins URA’s new recruits that include Marvin Nyanzi who joins from Express FC, Muhammed Kyeyune from Entebbe UPPC. Also on the verge of joining URA FC is goalkeeper…
David GOMBE Uganda Cranes and Young African attacker Allan Okello has revealed the key reason why he didn’t join SC Villa during his early football career. Okello who recently helped Young Africans retain the Tanzania Premier League title narrated to FUFA TV that he came close to joining SC Villa but his size let him down. “I didn’t join Villa because I was so small. I and Said Mayanja, we were so small and Villa then, had players with good bodies and size. We were so talented but our size didn’t do us any favours.” The Cranes attacker adds, “I…
David GOMBE Uganda Premier League side Lugazi FC have completed the signing of striker Cromwell Rwothomio Abang. As earlier reported by this website, Rwothomio who has been out of action at NEC FC following a fall out with coach Badru Kaddu mid-day last season joins Lugazi on a two year employment contract. “Lugazi FC is excited to announce the transfer of Cromwell Rwothomio from NEC FC, with the striker signing a two-year contract with the Leaders,” the club confirmed. He rose to the scene with Paidha Black Angels in the 2018/19 season and has since scored a total of 53…
Sinan Rajub SENOGA Ugandan offensive midfielder Bronson Nsubuga has joined Kenya Police FC from fellow Kenya Premier League side Shabana FC. Nsubuga leaves Shabana after one season having joined the club at the start of the previous campaign. He becomes the second Ugandan to leave the club after striker Brian Olega whose contract was mutually terminated to join Longwood University in USA. Nsubuga is expected to add creativity in the Kenya Police team which is coached by former SC Villa tactician Dusan Stojanovic. Nsubuga has previously played for Maroons, Mbarara City, SC Victoria University, Jinja North, Blacks Power and Amuka…