Injury concerns have struck the Uganda U20 Women’s National football team as they prepare to take on South Africa in the third round of the 2022 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifiers.
Three key players are now looking doubtful for tomorrow’s game at St. Mary’s Stadium, Kitende , and it could be a race against time to have them fit for this much anticipated first leg clash with the return leg expected to take place in South Africa after two weeks.
Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC midfielder Nalugya missed the team’s friendly games against She Corporate and Uganda Christian University (UCU) Lady Cardinals while Margaret Kunihira missed the team’s final practice game against She Corporate that was played on Monday at Makerere University Business School.
Meanwhile, Captain Fauzia Najjemba picked up a knock during the first half of the team’s last practice match against Corporate but the Uganda U20 Women’s National football team head coach Ayub Khalifah Kiyingi is very optimistic the trio will be able to take part in tomorrow’s game.
The aforementioned players were very influential as the Uganda U20 Women’s National team eliminated neighbours Kenya from the FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers thanks to a 10-3 aggregate win after the first and second leg played at Nyayo International stadium and St. Mary’s Stadium Kitende respectively.
- Egypt Edge Australia on Penalties to Reach Historic World Cup Last 16The result delivered the Pharaohs’ first-ever knockout stage win in World Cup history and earned them a last-16 meeting with either Argentina or Cape Verde in Atlanta on Tuesday, 7 July.
- Rines SS End Years of Waiting With Historic USSSA U20 Girls’ Football TriumphThe final provided the perfect stage for Rines to showcase the qualities that had carried them throughout the competition.
- Key Talking Points Ahead of 2026 Masaza Cup Matchday ThreeThe Bulange Group has delivered an early reality check for defending champions Buwekula, who are yet to register a win after two matches. For a team that lifted the title in the previous campaign, this slow start has created an unfamiliar sense of urgency.
- Defender Commits Future to KCCA FC with One-Year Contract ExtensionMuhamud’s extension, new arrivals like Ngonde, and a reshaped technical setup under Ssenyondo, KCCA FC are clearly laying foundations for a more stable, competitive, and results-driven future.
- CECAFA Kagame Cup 2026 Set for Explosive Kigali Showdown as 12 Regional Giants ConfirmedUganda’s challenge in the tournament will be led by reigning Uganda Premier League champions Vipers SC, a side that has steadily grown into one of the country’s most consistent performers on the domestic and regional scene.
Discover more from Sbk Sports Mail
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.
AROUND THE SPORTING WORLD ⤵️
- Egypt Edge Australia on Penalties to Reach Historic World Cup Last 16
The result delivered the Pharaohs’ first-ever knockout stage win in World Cup history and earned them a last-16 meeting with either Argentina or Cape Verde in Atlanta on Tuesday, 7 July. - Rines SS End Years of Waiting With Historic USSSA U20 Girls’ Football Triumph
The final provided the perfect stage for Rines to showcase the qualities that had carried them throughout the competition. - Key Talking Points Ahead of 2026 Masaza Cup Matchday Three
The Bulange Group has delivered an early reality check for defending champions Buwekula, who are yet to register a win after two matches. For a team that lifted the title in the previous campaign, this slow start has created an unfamiliar sense of urgency. - Defender Commits Future to KCCA FC with One-Year Contract Extension
Muhamud’s extension, new arrivals like Ngonde, and a reshaped technical setup under Ssenyondo, KCCA FC are clearly laying foundations for a more stable, competitive, and results-driven future. - CECAFA Kagame Cup 2026 Set for Explosive Kigali Showdown as 12 Regional Giants Confirmed
Uganda’s challenge in the tournament will be led by reigning Uganda Premier League champions Vipers SC, a side that has steadily grown into one of the country’s most consistent performers on the domestic and regional scene.
