The Uganda Cranes national football team has begun preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, with 15 players reporting to camp in Tunisia. The team, led by head coach Paul Put, will use the Tunisia camp to fine-tune their skills ahead of their upcoming matches. The Cranes are set to face Tunisia on September 24, followed by a match against Libya at Hoima City Stadium on September 29.
The players currently in camp include Richard Basangwa, Hannington Ssebwalunyo, David Lukwago, Geofrey Lubanga Kene, Frank Ssebufu, Herbert Achayi, Hilary Mukundane, Jonathan Odongo, Hassan Mubiru, Kenneth Semakula, Steven Mukwala, Toby Sibbick, Rogers Mato, Allan Oyirwoth, and Nathan Asiimwe. The team will continue their preparations under the guidance of coach Put and his technical team.
After the Libya game, Uganda will play two friendly matches against DR Congo in Johannesburg on October 2 and October 5. These matches will provide the team with additional opportunities to test their skills and build momentum ahead of the AFCON qualifying campaign. The campaign resumes in November with Matchdays Three and Four, while the final two rounds are scheduled for March 2027.
Uganda is building towards AFCON 2027, which it will jointly host with Kenya and Tanzania. The team is determined to make a strong impression in the tournament, and their preparations are focused on achieving this goal. In addition to the Cranes, Uganda's U-20 team, the Hippos, are competing in the TotalEnergies U-20 AFCON CECAFA Zonal Qualifiers in Tanzania.
The Uganda Hippos have had a successful start to the tournament, reaching the semifinals after winning all their group matches. One of their notable victories was a 1-0 win over Sudan. The team's performance is a positive sign for Ugandan football, and fans are eagerly anticipating the Cranes' upcoming matches.
The AFCON 2027 qualifiers are an important milestone for Ugandan football, and the team's preparations are crucial to their success. With a strong team and dedicated coaching staff, the Cranes are poised to make a strong impression in the tournament. The team's upcoming matches against Tunisia and Libya will be key indicators of their readiness for the qualifiers.
As the team continues their preparations, Ugandan football fans are optimistic about their chances in the AFCON 2027 qualifiers. With the tournament being co-hosted by Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania, the Cranes will have the opportunity to showcase their skills on home soil. The team's performance will be closely watched, and their success will be a source of pride for the nation.
Key points
- 15 players have reported to the Uganda Cranes camp in Tunisia for AFCON 2027 qualifier preparations
- The team will face Tunisia on September 24 and Libya on September 29 in the qualifiers
- Uganda will co-host AFCON 2027 with Kenya and Tanzania
