The Uganda Cubs are on the point of making historical past, having named their closing squad for the FIFA U-17 World Cup 2025 in Qatar (Nov 3-27). As the one flag-bearer for the whole CECAFA area within the 48-team event, the importance of this debut is very large for the nation’s soccer future.
Head Coach Brian Ssenyondo has instilled a mindset of ambition and laborious work. He sees the competitors as extra than simply video games, confirming that “Taking part in on the World Cup is one other good platform for the gamers to do their finest and be capable of be recognized by scouts from all over the world.” The staff’s preparation included invaluable publicity in Dubai friendlies in opposition to Venezuela, Panama, and Paraguay, which Ssenyondo believes has helped the Cubs “get higher” at adapting to totally different continental taking part in kinds.The trail is difficult, with Group Ok that includes world contenders Chile, Canada, and France. Ssenyondo is demanding nothing lower than full dedication, emphasizing, “Each match we will play in Qatar will likely be like a Cup closing and we should deal with it with excessive regard.” He burdened the seriousness required for his or her first-ever World Cup look.
The 21 younger gladiators chosen embrace: Goalkeepers Mukwanga Adrian (Vipers SC JT), Edrisah Waibi (Buddo SS), and Gilbert Mazige (NEC FC JT).
Key Defenders embrace Oyirwoth Steven and Torach Elvis, whereas the deep Midfield unit options abilities like Jjara Mind, Walusimbi Abubakali, and Magala Isima Mulala. Upfront, the Forwards are led by Bogere James, Okello Richard, and Magogo Shakur Fortunate Baggio.
The essential Group Ok match schedule (Qatar Time) begins in opposition to Canada on Wednesday, November fifth, at 18:45; adopted by Chile on Saturday, November eighth, at 15:30; and concluding in opposition to France on Tuesday, November eleventh, at 15:30. It is a second to encourage a nation.
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