Despite African brilliance on the world stage, players increasingly choose foreign flags, citing better organisation, respect and pathways than African federations offer, writes Sean Andah. African players are never far from the pinnacle of the world’s game. The perfect illustration of this can be seen in France and its approach …
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Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) and lead sponsor MTN Uganda have launched a challenge for the redesign of the next national team jersey. Artists are expected to pitch ideas to a selection committee, which will, in turn, choose the best design for the …
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COMMENT | UROS KOVAC | Global football body Fifa is branding the World Cup 2026 – and global football in general – as a celebration of inclusivity and diversity. It’s presented as a harbinger of peace and hope, and even somehow a saviour of African migrants who drown while attempting to …
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The Spygate scandal became one of the most controversial episodes in modern English football in 2019. The 1xBet Uganda platform is the best destination for those who want to bet on English football. The affair involved Marcelo Bielsa, then manager of Leeds United, and accusations that the club had sent …
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Airtel and Buganda Launch 2026 Airtel Masaza Cup to empower youth and sports development in Uganda. Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Airtel Uganda has officially renewed its partnership with the Buganda Kingdom for the 22nd edition of the Airtel Masaza Cup Tournament, reinforcing its commitment to youth empowerment, …
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Mmamba Kakoboza wins its first-ever BIKA Tournament title after Dramatic Shootout Victory over Nkima on Saturday; take Shs9 million cash prize Wankulukuku, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Mmamba Kakoboza etched its name into Buganda sporting history after clinching its first-ever Airtel BIKA Tournament title with a dramatic 4-3 penalty shootout …
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1xBet’s Partners Program has prepared a practical Globe Cup 26 manual for affiliates, offering guidance on football traffic, audience activation and monetisation during one of the busiest periods in the sports calendar. The manual is available free of charge to new participants after registration in the affiliate programme. It is …
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10 teams, local coaches and tactical depth usher in a new era NEWS ANALYSIS | WYCLIFFE W NJORORAI SIMIYU | The 2026 men’s Fifa World Cup marks a seismic shift in the global football landscape. The decision to expand the final stage of the tournament from 32 teams to 48 has significantly benefited …
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Kampala, Uganda | URN | Kitara FC has successfully defended the Uganda Cup title after defeating SC Villa 2-1 in the final at the FUFA Technical Centre in Njeru on Saturday. The victory crowns Kitara FC champions of the 52nd edition of the Uganda Cup, the country’s oldest football competition. …
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The European Court of Justice ruled that preventing athletes from moving freely within the EU was an unreasonable restraint of labour COMMENT | DAVID ROWE | When famous soccer players come to mind, it is usually revered pioneers such as Pelé, Bobby Charlton and Diego Maradona. Later came Cristiano …
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The Independent Uganda: You get the Truth we Pay the Price
