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Crested Cranes Secure First-Leg Advantage with Late Goals Against Ethiopia

Isaac Okwi by Isaac Okwi
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Crested Cranes Secure First-Leg Advantage with Late Goals Against Ethiopia

The Crested Cranes took a significant step toward WAFCON 2026 qualification with a hard-fought 2-0 victory over Ethiopia’s Lucy in the first leg of their qualifier at Hamz Stadium, Nakivubo.

Late goals from Zaina Namuleme and Fazila Ikwaput handed Uganda a crucial advantage ahead of the return leg in Addis Ababa.

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In a game that was largely a tactical battle, clear-cut chances were scarce, particularly in the first half.

Both sides struggled to break each other down, with Uganda’s attacking trio of Resty Nanziri, Ikwaput, and Namuleme testing the Ethiopian defense but failing to find the breakthrough before halftime.

Uganda suffered an early setback in the 29th minute when defender Bridget Nabisalu was forced off due to injury, prompting Head Coach Sheryl Botes to introduce Phiona Nabulime.

Despite the disruption, the Crested Cranes remained solid at the back, with goalkeeper Ruth Aturo producing key saves to keep Ethiopia at bay.

In the second half, Uganda ramped up the pressure, with Ikwaput coming close to scoring, only to be denied by Ethiopia’s goalkeeper.

Sensing the need for fresh energy, Botes made a double substitution after the hour mark, bringing on Resty Kobusobozi and Agnes Nabukenya for Phiona Nabbumba and captain Viola Nambi.

Just when it seemed the game was headed for a goalless draw, Namuleme was fouled just outside the 18-yard box in the 89th minute. She stepped up and curled a beautiful free kick past the Ethiopian goalkeeper to give Uganda the lead.

With five minutes added to stoppage time, Ikwaput capitalized on a defensive lapse, finishing calmly inside the box to seal a 2-0 win for the hosts.

The Crested Cranes will now shift focus to the return leg on February 26 in Addis Ababa, where they will aim to protect their lead and book a spot in the next qualification round.

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