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UGANDA CRANES FINALIZED: SIBBICK, BOGERE MAKE PAUL PUT'S AFCON 2025 SQUAD
The Uganda Cranes squad, heading to Morocco for AFCON Group C, balances seasoned pros with fresh talent, reflecting Put's push for a more confident, modern team.
Paul Put has announced his final Cranes squad, combining experienced international players, talent from the diaspora, and some surprising new picks. Uganda is heading to Morocco for the AFCON 2025 group stage, which will be a real test of their maturity and how well they work together.
The team is leaving Entebbe on Sunday evening. Coach Paul Put's selection includes seasoned players like Denis Onyango, midfielder Khalid Aucho, defender Timothy Awany, and forwards Melvyn Lorenzen and Steven Mukwala.
But there's also a big focus on fresh blood. Several players of Ugandan descent, who've been gradually introduced in qualifying matches and friendlies, are now trusted to play a key role.
Toby Sibbick, Elio Capradossi, Jordan Obita, Mubiru, and Lorenzen make up this group of foreign-based players with Ugandan roots.
There are also some unexpected choices, like Romanian-based midfielder Alhassan Baba and teenage winger James Bogere from Masaka Sunshine. Bogere was chosen after impressing at the youth level and in the recent U-17 World Cup.
This selection of Bogere is one of Put's boldest decisions, showing he's willing to give a chance to up-and-coming talent.
A strong local contingent also made the squad, including KCCA’s Charles Lukwago, Ivan Ahimbisibwe, and Shafik Kwikiriza; Vipers defenders Rogers Torach and Hilary Mukundane; forward Allan Okello; and SC Villa’s David Owori and Reagan Mpande.
The Cranes will camp in Casablanca for 11 days, with two friendly matches planned. Then, they’ll move to Rabat, their base for AFCON Group C, where they’ll face Tunisia and Tanzania before playing Nigeria in Fes.
Put’s choices show a team that’s still developing but becoming more confident in its collective identity.
The big question is whether this mix of experience, diaspora talent, and new potential can help Uganda go further than the last 16, which is where they finished in the 2019 edition in Egypt.
Uganda Cranes' Final Squad
Goalkeepers: Salim Omar Magoola (Richards Bay, South Africa), Denis Onyango (Mamelodi Sundowns, South Africa), Nafian Alionzi (Defence Forces FC, Ethiopia), and Charles Lukwago (KCCA, Uganda).
Defenders: Toby Sibbick (Burton Albion, England), Elio Caprodossi (FC Universitatea Cluj, Romania), Jordan Obita (Hibernian, Scotland), Rogers Torach (Vipers SC, Uganda), Abdu Azizi Kayondo (FC Slovan Liberec, Czech Republic), Isaac Muleme (Viktoria Žižkov, Czech Republic), Timothy Awany (FC Ashdod, Israel), David Owori (SC Villa, Uganda), Hilary Mukundane (Vipers SC, Uganda).
Midfielders: Kenneth Semakula (Al-Adalah FC, Saudi Arabia), Khalid Aucho (Singida Black Stars SC, Tanzania), Ronald Ssekiganda (APR FC, Rwanda), Bobosi Byaruhanga (Oakland Roots SC, USA), Alhassan Baba (FCSB, Romania).
Forwards: Allan Okello (Vipers SC, Uganda), Melvyn Lorenzen (Muangthong United, Thailand), Travis Mutyaba (CS Sfaxien, Tunisia), Denis Omedi (APR, Rwanda), Rogers Mato (FK Vardar, North Macedonia), Reagan Mpande (SC Villa, Uganda), Jude Ssemugabi (Jamus FC, South Sudan), Uchechukwu Ikpeazu (St Johnstone, Scotland), Steven Mukwala (Simba SC, Tanzania), James Bogere (Masaka Sunshine, Uganda), Ivan Ahimbisibwe (KCCA, Uganda), Shafik Nana Kwikiriza (KCCA, Uganda).
UGANDA NETBALL: SHE CRANES FOLLOW KENYA WIN WITH HUGE VICTORY OVER ZIMBABWE
The She Cranes secured a massive 60-38 victory over the Zimbabwe Gems, dominating after the first quarter tie. Uganda's second win sets up a clash with Namibia.
Uganda's She Cranes played a great game, beating Zimbabwe's Gems 60-38 in their second Africa Netball Cup match.
After a tied first quarter, the She Cranes took charge and won their second game in a row in Lilongwe, Malawi.
The first quarter was close, ending 12-12, which hinted at a tough match. But Uganda quickly turned things around and controlled the next three quarters.
After narrowly defeating Kenya 46-45 in their first game, the She Cranes began the second quarter by scoring off an early turnover to take a two-goal lead. They kept the pressure on the Gems, forcing three turnovers in four minutes, but Zimbabwe managed to stay close.
As halftime approached, defenders Gloria Aya and Shaffie Nalwanja made important intercepts, helping Uganda increase their lead to 26-20 at the half.
In the third quarter, Uganda really found their groove. The defence, with Shaffie, Aya, and Kadondi, was tough, causing many turnovers as Zimbabwe struggled with Uganda’s intensity. Lillian Achola's entry at wing attack brought speed and accuracy to the shooters, and the Gems had no answers.
Goal shooter Shadia Nassanga's accurate shots helped Uganda increase their lead, outscoring Zimbabwe by a large margin and entering the final quarter ahead 45-26.
In the final quarter, the She Cranes kept up their strong defence and smooth play. The Gems seemed overwhelmed and made more mistakes. Uganda could have won by an even bigger difference, but a slight lack of focus on offence in the last five minutes caused them to lose three centre passes. Even so, Nakitto's fresh energy on defence made sure Zimbabwe never caught up.
Uganda easily secured a 59-38 win, their second in two games.
The She Cranes will now rest before playing Namibia on Thursday to finish their group games.
Meanwhile, Uganda’s men’s team, The Rock, plays Zimbabwe tomorrow after beating Botswana 40-39 earlier today in their first match.
DONE DEAL: UGANDA CUBS STARS JAMES BOGERE & HAMZA SENGOOBA SIGN PRO CONTRACTS WITH DANISH LEADERS AGF
Ugandan youth stars James Bogere and Hamza Sengooba have signed their first long-term professional contracts, joining Danish Superliga leaders Aarhus GF's U19 team in February 2026.
James Bogere and Hamza Sengooba, two rising Ugandan soccer players, are moving up fast. They just signed their first pro contracts with Aarhus Gymnastikforening (AGF), a top club in Denmark.
Two teenage soccer players from Uganda are heading to Europe. Bogere James and Sengooba Hamza, both from El Cambio Soccer Academy and Masaka Sunshine Football Club, have signed transfer deals to play for Aarhus Gymnastikforening (AGF). AGF is currently in first place in the Danish league. El Cambio shared their excitement on social media, saying they're excited to see what the future holds for these young men.
Both players were part of the Uganda Cubs team that played in the 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Qatar. Bogere had some great moments, including scoring two goals during group play to help the team advance. He scored against Canada and France, and Uganda made it to the round of 32 before losing to Burkina Faso. Ssengooba, a defender, also played well during the tournament.
Bogere is now with the Uganda Cranes team, getting ready for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.
About AGF Aarhus:
Full Name: Aarhus Gymnastikforening
Location: Aarhus, Denmark
Nicknames: De hviie (The Whites), Byens hold (The City’s Team)
Home Field: Ceres Park (Aarhus Stadium)
Men’s Team: Plays in the Danish Superliga, coached by Jakob Poulsen
Current Status: They’re leading the Danish Superliga with 40 points from 18 games (12 wins, 4 draws, 2 losses).
History: They’re one of the oldest clubs in Denmark and have won a lot of trophies.
With AGF doing so well in Denmark and these talented Ugandan players joining them, it will be interesting to see what happens with Bogere and Sengooba
Bogere James and Hamza Sengooba are joining AGF in Denmark during the next transfer window.
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