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LIST: Cristiano, Messi lead social media power rankings at 2026 World Cup

Cristiano tops the rankings with an estimated earning potential of $6.66 million (approximately Shs24.4 billion) for a single sponsored Instagram post based...

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2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off today with Mexico vs South Africa

Mexico City's Azteca Stadium enters the history books as the first venue to host three FIFA World Cup opening matches, having previously...

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EBOLA: Uganda Cranes friendly against Zanzibar called off amid health concerns

The fixture, which was scheduled for Thursday, June 11, had been arranged as part of celebrations marking 100 years of the Zanzibar...

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CECAFA U-17: Teen Cranes depart for Ethiopia, Tanzania with 20-player squad

The Teen Cranes will face Ethiopia on Thursday in Addis Ababa as part of their final preparations for the regional tournament scheduled...

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Uganda Cranes to face Zanzibar in historic ZFF Centenary Friendly

The highly anticipated fixture will be played at the newly constructed Amaan Stadium in Zanzibar, with kick-off scheduled for 8:15 pm East...

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Fans warned over terror threats, burglary risks ahead of World Cup season

The warning comes as millions of football fans across Uganda prepare to follow the month-long tournament, which is expected to attract large...

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Blacks Power crowned FUFA Big League Champions as four clubs secure UPL promotion

The championship crown marks a remarkable return to the Uganda Premier League for Blacks Power, who have spent recent seasons rebuilding after...

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Everything you need to know on football’s biggest tournament

The 23rd edition of the FIFA World Cup will run from June 11 to July 19 and will be jointly hosted by...

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Former She Corporate FC Captain, Cissy Nantongo, passes on

Nantongo was widely respected within Uganda's women's football circles and enjoyed a successful playing career that spanned school football and the domestic...

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Five banned as FUFA cracks down on match fixing in UPL

The harshest punishment was imposed on former footballer Ali Feni, who received a lifetime ban after the committee found that he coordinated...

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PSG beat Arsenal on penalties to retain Champions League title

The French giants became only the second club in the modern Champions League era to retain the trophy, joining Real Madrid, who...

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Uganda’s sports sector faces uncertainty amid tough Ebola measures

By Express Sports Desk KAMPALA, Uganda: Uganda’s sports sector is once again staring at uncertainty following fresh Ebola prevention measures announced by...

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Teen Cranes face defining Kenya test in pursuit of U17 World Cup dream

The Teen Cranes must avoid defeat and find a way past a Kenyan side that carries valuable experience from the 2024 FIFA...

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Njeru awaits as SC Villa, Kitara battle for Uganda Cup glory

The highly anticipated final is scheduled to kick off at 3 pm and will determine Uganda’s representative in next season’s CAF Confederation...

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Big task ahead for Ogwang after Museveni retains him in sports docket

Ogwang’s retention is widely being interpreted as a vote of confidence from Museveni and the ruling NRM government at a time Uganda’s...

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Vipers’ 8th league title signals new era in Ugandan football

Vipers finished with 67 points, five ahead of KCCA FC, after consistently looking like the league’s most balanced side. While other contenders...

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FULL LIST: Haaland, Fernandes, Raya headline Premier League Award winners

Manchester United skipper Bruno Fernandes was crowned Premier League Player of the Season after producing a historic campaign in which he set...

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PICTORIAL: Arsenal lift first Premier League trophy after 22-year wait

It was the first time Arsenal lifted the Premier League trophy at an away stadium during the Premier League era after sealing...

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McBurnie fires Hull City back to Premier League in Wembley Thriller

McBurnie struck in the 95th minute after Middlesbrough goalkeeper Sol Brynn failed to properly deal with a dangerous low cross from substitute...

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U-17 World Cup Qualifer: Teen Cranes leave tie open with Kenya draw at Kadiba

The result leaves the East African derby delicately balanced ahead of the decisive return leg scheduled for May 30 at Nyayo National...

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Kabushenga revives FUFA Presidency bid amid pressure on Magogo

Kabushenga’s declaration comes at a time when Magogo is facing mounting public scrutiny and growing calls for investigations into the management of...