FULL LIST: Uganda Cubs’ final 22-man squad departs for AFCON U17 tournament in Morocco

Entebbe, (UG):- The U17 Mens’ National Team (Uganda Cubs) head coach Brian Ssenyondo has officially named his final 22-man squad that departed Thursday evening to Morocco for the upcoming TotalEnergies AFCON U17 tournament that will run from March 30 to April 19, 2025 in the North African country.

The Cubs departed Uganda on Thursday evening, heading to Morocco for final preparations, including intensive training sessions and friendly matches. The team is gearing up for a tough opening match against Morocco on March 30 at El Bachir Stadium.

Speaking before departure, Coach Ssenyondo expressed confidence in the squad, highlighting the players’ talent, discipline, and commitment. “We have assembled a strong team capable of competing at the highest level. The boys are ready, and our focus is on making Uganda proud,” he remarked.

Drawn in Group A, Uganda will battle against hosts continental giants Morocco, and regional rivals Tanzania, and Zambia, as they aim to progress beyond the group stage.

More importantly, the tournament will also serve as a qualification pathway to the FIFA U17 World Cup in Qatar later this year, with the top 10 African teams earning slots at the global event.

The Uganda Cubs Final 22-Man Squad for AFCON U17

1. Adrian Mukwanga – Vipers SC Junior Team
2. Jovan Nsereko Mukisa – NEC FC Junior Team
3. Hamza Sengooba – Masaka Sunshine FC
4. Ethan Adeleke Afuga Andreas Oyedele – Bradfield College
5. Joseph Langol – Paorhinar Soccer Academy
6. Elvis Torach – Masaka Sunshine FC
7. Derick Ssozi – Fort Portal Tax Operators FC
8. Thomas Ogema – KCCA FC Soccer Academy
9. Isima Mulala Magala – Masaka Sunshine FC
10. Richard Okello – BUL FC Junior Team
11. Steven Oyirwoth – KCCA FC Soccer Academy
12. Trevor Mubiru – Vipers SC Junior Team
13. Simon Wanyama – Bukedea Comprehensive
14. Shakur Baggio Lucky Magogo – Namilyango College School
15. Brian Jjara – KCCA FC
16. John Brian Owino – Express FC Junior Team
17. Marvin Kabiito – Vipers SC Junior Team
18. Muhamad Masabo – Lugazi FC Junior Team
19. Ashraf Lukyamuzi – KCCA FC Soccer Academy
20. Ashraf Kyakuwa – Vipers SC Junior Team
21. Abdul Lukenje Ntege – Maroons FC Junior Team
22. James Bogere – Masaka Sunshine FC

With a talented squad assembled for the tournament and a determined coaching staff, the Cubs are poised to make a strong impression at AFCON U17 as Uganda bids to make a presence at the U17 FIFA World Cup in Qatar later this year.