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READY FOR COLD: SHE CRANES EYE CELTIC CUP GLORY

Uganda's She Cranes are better prepared for the UK cold as they target the Celtic Cup trophy, starting their campaign against Namibia.

Ready for Cold: She Cranes Eye Celtic Cup Glory
She Cranes Prepared For Weather

How well Uganda’s She Cranes do at the Celtic Cup, which starts tomorrow in Glasgow, might depend on the weather in Scotland and the UK.

The team knows what winter is like, but their last trip to the UK in January was tough. It wasn't just the cold; several players got sick, which weakened key positions and hurt how they played.

But this time, team manager Alice Alweny thinks they’ve learned from that.

“We learned our lesson the last time we went to the UK. This time we are doing all we can to stay healthy and be ready to play,” Alweny said.

Like before, the team will get winter gear when they arrive in the UK, thanks to kit sponsors Gilbert. Players are also told to bring their own warm clothes to help them deal with the expected freezing weather this week. The plan is for the team to get to Scotland on Sunday, rest on Monday, and play a practice game before their first Celtic Cup match on Wednesday.

Having seen the good, bad, and ugly sides of winter in past competitions, the She Cranes now have more experience with what to do and not do when playing in cold weather.

Even with the challenges, Alweny is still sure her team can do well.

“The team is ready. They are going to Scotland to win a trophy. The girls look good and will be feeling positive,” she said.

Uganda’s first Celtic Cup game is against Namibia.

NAKIVUBO DOUBLE-HEADER DRAMA: CAN URA RESET? VIPERS FACE EXPRESS

A crucial UPL double-header at Nakivubo: URA's new coach faces Buhimba, then Vipers battle Express. A test of early-season mettle.

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Express vs Vipers Tops Nakivubo Double-Header

The StarTimes Uganda Premier League returns to Nakivubo Stadium this Wednesday evening with two games that could change the season's direction. URA will face Buhimba United at 5 PM, and then Express will play Vipers at 8 PM. Both games have pressure and stories to watch.

The first game is a fresh start for URA with their new fill-in coach, Edward Golola, who is taking over for Alex Isabirye. The four-time champions changed coaches after winning just one of seven games. They are currently 13th with eight points.

Golola aims to stabilise a team struggling to work together on offence, stay consistent in the midfield, and keep a strong defence. His first test is Buhimba, who is also trying to find their rhythm. URA views this game as a chance to reset, while Buhimba hopes to surprise a team getting used to a new coach. This game will show if Golola can restore the confidence and structure that URA needs.

The second game features Vipers against Express, a match that is usually close and exciting. URA starts fresh with their coach, while Vipers aims to continue their perfect record on a big UPL night at Nakivubo.

Vipers are coming off a 2–1 win against Maroons, keeping their streak alive. Coach Ivan Minnaert has four tough games ahead, and he’ll attempt to rotate players and maintain the intensity. Express is currently eighth with nine points and is still searching for consistency under Jimmy Kintu. Their goal will be to disrupt the Vipers’ game.

Last season, these two teams drew 2–2 in the same game, so Express has shown they can challenge Vipers. With new coaches, current form, and early-season standings all important, tonight’s doubleheader will be a major test for both teams.

U-17 CUBS: LARYEA KINGSTON URGES FOCUS BEFORE SEMIFINAL PUSH

Uganda U17S focus on Djibouti clash, needing a point to reach AFCON qualifier semis. Coach Kingston demands discipline and focus.

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Cubs Target Semi-Final Spot

Laryea Kingston, the coach of the national U17 men’s team, wants his players to stay focused. The Uganda Cubs are getting ready for their last group game at the TotalEnergies AFCON U17 CECAFA Region Qualifiers in Ethiopia.

Kingston said that even though they're playing Djibouti, who haven't done well in the competition, this game is still very important. He wants the team to be disciplined and take the match seriously.

The coach pointed out that this tournament is a great chance for the players to grow. He thinks it’s important to let as many players as possible get some playing time. After three games, the team knows what they’re good at and what they need to work on. He said they spent their last training session fixing those issues.

Kingston stated, We need at least a point in our last game to make sure we get into the semi-final. He also added, We can't think any team is not good. He explained that they need to finish the group stage before they can start thinking about the semi-final. He reminded everyone, "We have a game before we even think about the semi-final," making it clear that their main goal is to move forward in the tournament.

He believes in his team but knows there are other good teams in the other group. "We are one of the strongest teams in the competition," he declared. He also said that they are ready to change their plan depending on who they play next.

Brian Olwa, a winger for the Cubs, is happy to be playing for the national team for the first time. "I am very excited to be on the national team," he said. He praised the coaches and his teammates, saying that the team is ready and knows what they want to achieve. He noted, Our target is to come to this tournament, win the trophy, and get to the AFCON.

Uganda will play Djibouti tonight.

The game starts at 7:00 pm.

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