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Latest updates from Uganda Premier League, FUFA Big League, and Uganda National Team

Kawawa Rashid Departs NEC FC After Only Half a Season
The pacy Kawawa, who moved to Lugogo from Express as one of coach Kaddu Badru's first signings, leaves after featuring for the Die Hards in 12 league games, starting five.

Teen Cranes Captain Ayerango Named Best Upcoming Player at Women in Football Symposium
As the captain of the Teen Cranes, Ayerango led the U17 Women's National Team from the front and finished among the side's top scorers at the CECAFA Championship.

Abang Strike Grants Lugazi Late Away Victory Over Entebbe UPPC
Slotting home the match's only decisive goal, Abang's 80th-minute finish gave the visitors victory at Hamz Stadium, helping Lugazi bounce back to winning ways after falling short against NEC FC last week.

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.

Royal commitment ! Edema Sabir Snubs Big League and UPL Interest to Stay at Nebbi Central
After attracting interest from several FUFA Big League and Uganda Premier League clubs, Edema Sabir has committed his future to Nebbi Central as the Royals prepare for a fresh challenge in the 2026/27 West Nile Regional League season.

Media Brace, Jarieko Assist Secure Points for NEC FC as Ayiko Gets Consolation for Lugazi
NEC FC's 3-1 triumph was centered around West Nile Province players Innocent Media and James Jarieko's brilliance as on the other hand Lugazi FC Captain Richard Ayiko couldn't let the hosts hold back a cleansheet.

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.

Transfer Update: Andama Junior Set for Sensational Onduparaka FC Reunion
A familiar face could soon return to the Green Light Stadium as Onduparaka FC move closer to securing the services of West Nile playmaker Andama Junior, potentially reuniting him with coach Geoffrey Akena for another chapter in the Caterpillars' ambitious rebuild.

From Caterpillars Junior to South Sudan Star: Norman Lumumba Returns to Onduparaka
Onduparaka FC are set to unveil South Sudanese attacking midfielder Norman Brown Lumumba on a two-year contract, as the Caterpillars continue to build a squad designed to fire their ONDU-2 UPL campaign.

Transfer News : Paidha Black Angels Unleash 18-Year-Old Nyapea Wonderkid Obima Victor on Double Licence
Paidha Black Angels FC have secured the services of promising 18-year-old St. Aloysius College Nyapea forward Obima Victor on a double licence, handing the youngster a chance to step into senior football after an impressive FUFA TV Tournament campaign.

Transfer News: A New Chapter in Black: Bashir Asiku Brings Steel, Experience and Ambition to Blacks Power
Blacks Power FC have added experience to their defence with the signing of Bashir Asiku on a two-year contract, bringing a seasoned campaigner and multiple league and cup winner to their ranks.

FUFA Big League : Captain Fantastic Renews Vows with The Blacks as New Season Looms.
Another 2 years confirmed for the longest serving player and as well as Captain of the Black Army at Bar Okoro ahead of an exciting season.

Opar Jacob's Ntugasaze Gears Up Ahead of Black Angels City Visit
Opar Jacob will be facing his former club Paidha Black Angels SC as The Blacks visit StarTimes Uganda Premier League side Ntugasaze FC for a pre-season friendly in Kampala City this Sunday.

Confirmed: Ntugasaze Launches Hundred Million Partnership with Betika
Designed to support Ntugasaze FC as it makes its historic top-flight debut, Betika says the funding will go toward player recognition, fan engagement, digital content creation and improved matchday experiences for supporters.

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.

FUFA Big League: Ismael Siraj Set to Join Kiyinda Boys from Paidha Black Angels.
Siraj joined the Blacks from Buhimba United Saints last season and is now rumoured to be in his way out of BarOkoro.

FUFA Big League: End of an Era as Paidha Black Angels wave good bye to Opar Jacob
Opar Jacob was nicknamed “Aguero” by fans for his sharp instincts in front of goal and lightning speed, something which earned him the love from the fans.

Bayo Is Back! Cranes Forward Joins NEC FC on Two-Year Deal
Experienced Uganda Cranes forward Fahad Bayo has returned to Ugandan football, signing a two-year contract with NEC FC that will keep him at the club until 2028.

From the Blacks to the Brewers: Opar Jacob Completes Ntungasaze Switch
Former Paidha Black Angels forward Opar Jacob has joined Ntungasaze FC on a two-year contract, completing his move to the Brewers ahead of the new Uganda Premier League campaign.

Major Update: Both Clubs Clear Move, Jacob Opar Unveiling at Ntugasaze Looms
Nicknamed "Aguero" for his instincts in front of goal, the move to a topflight side represents a natural next step after a productive campaign in front of goal for Paidha Black Angels.

Race the Nile Uganda Ultra: Why We Should Embrace This as Our Own Flagship Regional Event
We could have missed out on hosting AFCON, or something like the Mt Rwenzori Marathon, or even the Gulu City Marathon, but here we are—presented with something new, unique and involving us, the local communities.

FUFA SUPER 8 : Swadik Moro Announces Himself with Maiden Goal for Entebbe UPPC FC
Moro Swadik has wasted no time making his mark at Entebbe UPPC FC. From an eye-catching debut against NEC FC to scoring his first goal for the Printers, the former Buhimba United Saints player has emerged as one of the club's brightest prospects. Despite UPPC's FUFA Super 8 loss, Swadik's performances have highlighted how the right platform can transform a talented player into one of the competition's biggest talking points.