Paul Put names 25-man squad for Kuwait friendly

Uganda Cranes Head Coach Put Paul Joseph has revealed a provisional squad of 25 players for the upcoming international friendly against Kuwait.

The much-anticipated match is scheduled to take place in Cairo Egypt, on January 19th, 2024.

To fine-tune their strategies and team dynamics, the Cranes are set to enter a residential camp at Cranes Paradise Hotel in Kisasi on January 11, 2024.

Following this intensive preparation, the team will make their journey to Egypt four days later.

The selected squad is exclusively composed of talented players currently making waves in the StarTimes Uganda Premier League with a formidable lineup of players in various positions, showcasing the depth and skill present in the Ugandan football scene.

Notable names like Muhammad Shaban, Milton Karisa, Denis Omendi, Hannington Ssebwalunyo, Kenneth Semakula, and Ronald Ssekiganda are among those summoned for the exciting clash.

As fans eagerly anticipate the showdown, the Cranes aim to demonstrate their prowess on the international stage, representing both their nation and the vibrant talent within the StarTimes Uganda Premier League.

Cranes’ Provisional Squad for Kuwait Friendly

Goalkeepers; Hannington Ssebwalunyo (Maroons FC), Tom Ikara (BUL FC), Joel Mutakubwa (BUL FC)

Defenders; Kenneth Semakula (SC Villa), Gavin Kizito Mugweri (SC Villa), Rashid Okocha (NEC FC), Patrick Bayiga (Maroons FC), Rogers Torach (Vipers SC), Livingstone Mulondo (Vipers SC), Nicholas Mweere (BUL FC), Hudu Mulikyi (URA FC)

Midfielders: Ronald Ssekiganda (SC Villa), Ashiraf Mugume (KCCA FC), Bright Anukani (Vipers SC), Ramz Kawooya (Express FC), Laban Tibiita (URA FC), Umar Lutalo (SC Villa), Allan Oyirwoth (MYDA FC)

Forwards; Nelson Senkatuka (Soltilo Bright Stars FC), Alex Kitata (BUL FC), Denis Omedi (Kitara FC), Usama Arafat Kiiza (KCCA FC), Patrick Jonah Kakande (SC Villa), Muhammad Shaban (KCCA FC)