Articles by Shifa Ismail
Mungudit Marks Rwanda Chapter with Mukura Victory Appearance
Ugandan winger Freedom Mungudit featured for 55 minutes as Mukura Victory Sports FC defeated Gasogi United 2–0, marking another step in his football journey in Rwanda.
“It Was a Fantastic Goal ” Paul Put Hailed Vula After Debut Goal
Uganda Cranes head coach Paul Put believes Arnold Vula is the kind of striker who can “score a goal from nothing” after the forward marked his international debut with the winning goal against Libya. Vula struck in the 45+2nd minute from an Allan Okello assist, helping Uganda secure a 1-0 victory at Hoima City Stadium. Put, who said he had followed Vula for a long time, also highlighted his 15 goals and seven assists at club level last season, describing his debut goal as “fantastic” and saying Vula had “brought heaven to the goal.”
Arnold Vula Announces Himself With Goal on Uganda Cranes Debut
Arnold Vula marked his Uganda Cranes debut with a decisive moment, scoring in the 45+2nd minute from an Allan Okello assist as Uganda took a 1-0 lead over Libya in the TotalEnergies AFCON 2027 qualifier at Hoima City Stadium. The Belgian-based forward, who has Congolese parents and an Alur heritage link through his paternal grandmother from Pakwach, is among 20 players identified through FUFA’s scouting programme.
Emmanuel Anyama Fires KCCA FC to First Win of the Season
Emmanuel Anyama delivered the decisive moment as KCCA FC secured their first win of the season, scoring in the 57th minute to earn a 1-0 victory over Kataka FC. After losing to Express FC and drawing with Kigezi HomeBoyz, Anyama’s goal finally gave KCCA their much-needed breakthrough and three points.
Blind Football : Jimmy Innocent Shines as MUBS Make Blind Football History
From Yumbe to the top of the scoring charts, Jimmy Innocent is having a championship to remember. The MUBS final-year student emerged as the 2026 Blind Football Championship’s top scorer, helping his university claim the men’s title.
Where Has Ayike Gone? Uganda Boxing League Reaches Week Nine Without Its Star Girl
Ayike Arafah Rashid’s limited appearance in Season Five of the Uganda Boxing Champions League has raised questions among boxing fans, with the championship now closng Week Nine. Following her recent graduation, where is the three-time Uganda National Open champion, and will she return to the ring before the season ends?
Ali Ongima: West Nile’s Rugby Son Turns Waterboy Years Into a Dream Debut
From a waterboy and cone boy in 2012 to scoring two tries and four conversions on his Stanbic Black Pirates debut at the Lawii Rwodi 7s, Ali Ongima’s journey is a remarkable story of patience, persistence and growth.
WARR FC Host Pakwach Young Stars in West Nile Homecoming Clash
WARR FC’s clash with Pakwach Young Stars goes beyond a build-up game, bringing together two sides with strong West Nile roots. While WARR FC, based in Nakawa, draws its identity from Warr Town Council in Zombo District, Pakwach Young Stars represent West Nile, creating a “home away from home” moment for the region’s football community in Kampala.
Muhammad Shaban Joins Nairobi United Ahead of the New Season
Uganda Cranes forward Muhammad Shaban Jagason has joined Kenyan side Nairobi United ahead of the new season, beginning a new chapter in his career shortly after parting ways with Kitara FC after just five months.
A West Nile Reunion in Nairobi: Shaban Muhammad Links Up With Kizza Mustafa
West Nile football takes centre stage in Nairobi as Muhammad Shaban reunites with fellow West Nile star Mustafa Kizza at Nairobi United, joining a growing Ugandan contingent that also includes Joseph Seremba, Charles Waibi and Gavin Kizito.
West Nile’s Faridi Rashid shines after Surprise Somali Move as Gaadiidka Football Club are Crowned Champions
Former UPDF FC forward and West Nile talent Faridi Rashid has enjoyed a remarkable spell in Somalia, scoring nine goals in 11 matches for Gaadiidka FC and helping the club to a championship triumph, after previously scoring three goals in the 2025/26 Uganda Premier League season.
FUFA SUPER 8 : Innocent Media’s Stoppage-Time Goal Completes NEC FC’s Victory Over SC Villa
Innocent Media emerged as NEC FC’s late hero, scoring in the 90+3rd minute to seal a 3-1 comeback victory over SC Villa in the FUFA Super 8 and send NEC FC into the final against KCCA FC on August 18th, 2026.