The Uganda Hippos, the defending champions of the AFCON U20 CECAFA Zonal Qualifiers, have announced their final squad for the upcoming tournament in Tanzania.
The squad, led by captain Toto Majub, features a mix of experienced players and promising young talents.
The Hippos are drawn in Group B alongside Ethiopia, Burundi, and South Sudan. Their campaign begins on Monday, October 7th, against Ethiopia at the Azam Complex.
Head coach Mathias Lule expressed confidence in his team’s ability to maintain Uganda’s strong record in youth football and secure a spot at the 2025 AFCON U20 tournament.
“We have a talented group of players who are determined to make Uganda proud,” said Lule. “We are confident in our preparations and believe that we can achieve our goal.”
The Hippos are expected to depart for Tanzania on Friday evening.
Uganda Hippos Final Squad:
Goalkeepers
Magada Abdu – URA FC
Nsubuga Chris Ronald – Kataka FC
Mugerwa Denis – Vipers SC JT
Defenders
Namaisi Steven – Kataka FC
Batibwe Charles Okello – Gaddafi FC
Mpasa Swabiru – BUL FC
Toto Majub Brian – Amus College School
Lwenda Sowedi – BUL FC
Anguti Amagu Louis – Coastal Union FC
Midfielders
Kizito Rayan Figo – Police FC
Kisolo Innocent – URA FC/ Bukedea Comprehensive SS
Ssekibengo Godfrey –URA FC/ Bukedea Comprehensive SS
Ssekajugo Elvis – Express FC/ Bukedea Comprehensive SS
Walusimbi Abubakar – Vipers SC
Oyirwoth Allan – Brooke House College and Academy
Forwards
Okello Richard – BUL FC Junior Team
Bashir Mansur – Amus College School
Kabagambe Johnson – URA FC
Kisiriko Denis – URA FC
Ddembe John Paul – BK Hacken, Sweden
Team Officials
Head of Delegation: Samuel Mpiima
Head Coach: Matia Lule
Assistant Coach: Simeon Massa
Goalkeeping Coach: Stephen Billy Kiggundu
Trainer: Noah Kasule
Team Manager/Safeguarding Officer: Bashir Mutyaba
Team Doctor: Michael Gumisiriza
Physiotherapist: Rashid Kebba
Kit Manager: Frank Bumpenje
Media Officer: Ronald Lusulire
The AFCON U20 CECAFA Zonal Qualifiers will take place from October 6th to 20th, 2024. The winner of the tournament will qualify for the 2025 AFCON U20 tournament.
