Tag: FIFA
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Blowing the Final Whistle: Ali Sabila Bows Out After FIFA Badge Snub
On a humid December evening at Lugogo, as Express FC edged past KCCA FC with a solitary goal, referee Ali Sabila blew the final whistle, marking the end of his celebrated career. The decision by FUFA to exclude Sabila from the 2024 FIFA-approved referees list was the final nail in the coffin, prompting the veteran…
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Vipers Crowned Christmas Champions of SUPL With Mbale Masterclass
Vipers SC lit up Matchday 13 with a clinical 4-0 demolition of Mbale Heroes FC, reclaiming the top spot from NEC FC and sealing their place as Christmas champions. The win underscored their dominance this season, combining razor-sharp attack and impenetrable defense to end the first half of the league on a high note. With…
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CHAN 2024: CAF President Dr Motsepe to visit Uganda on Friday
CAF President Dr Motsepe to visit CHAN 2024 host nations Tanzania, Kenya and Uganda on Thursday and Friday The President of the Confédération Africaine de Football will visit Tanzania, Kenya and Uganda – the three nations that will host the TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship 2024 (CHAN) this week. Dr Motsepe’s visit to the three…
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CAF approves 2025 Competition Calendar
The CAF executive committee met on, Monday, 16 December 2024 in Marrakech, Morocco in a gathering chaired by the President Dr Patrice Motsepe. Motsepe opened the meeting by congratulating Morocco following the decision to award the centenary FIFA World Cup 2030 to a joint bid by Morocco, Portugal and Spain. The Executive Committee deliberated on…
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Uganda to Make History with VAR Debut at CHAN 2024
In a groundbreaking move, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced the introduction of the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system for the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN). This marks the first time VAR technology will be used in a football tournament hosted by Uganda, signifying a major leap in the country’s football development and…
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Crested Cranes’ Algeria Trip Prompts Postponement of Finance Trust Super League Fixtures
As the Crested Cranes prepare to depart for Algeria tomorrow for their crucial international friendlies, the Finance Trust Women Super League fixtures have been postponed. This decision comes as several clubs participating in the league have players who are key members of the national team. The Uganda Football Association (FUFA) confirmed the postponement, citing the…
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Four days to CAF Women’s Champions League kick off,Squads released
In line with the regulations for the CAF Women’s Champions League Morocco 2024, the eight (8) participating clubs have finalized their squads for the tournament. Following a decision by the CAF Women’s Football Organising Committee, the clubs are permitted a final squad of 26 players instead of the initial 21 players. The registration of the…
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FIFA U17 World Cup 2024: North Korea Crowned Champions!
The final act of the U17 Women’s 2024 took place in the Dominican Republic. In a thrilling finish to this ultimate showdown of the U17 World Cup, North Korea clinched their fourth title by overcoming Spain. The team triumphed in a dramatic final match, overcoming Spain 4-3 in a penalty shootout to claim the FIFA…
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Spain’s Rodri wins 2024 Men’s Ballon d’Or
The Manchester City star Rodri became the first Premier League player to win the award since Cristiano Ronaldo in 2008. Rodri earned the award by playing an integral role for club and country in the 2023/24 season, helping City win a record fourth successive English Premier League title before being named UEFA EURO 2024 Player…
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CAF’s 46th Ordinary General Assembly is underway in Ethiopia today
The 46th CAF Ordinary General Assembly is taking place today, Tuesday, 22 October 2024, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, bringing together leaders and delegates of Member Associations from across Africa. CAF President Dr. Patrice Motsepe and CAF Secretary General Veron Mosengo-Omba will lead the discussions as the event kicked off this morning at the Ethiopian Skylight…