Uganda Cranes Begin Preparations for CHAN Qualifiers Against Burundi
Khaled Hegazy
Dailysports's expert
The Uganda Cranes practiced at Hamz Stadium on Saturday in preparation for their 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) qualifiers against Burundi. In a light session, the team, under the direction of head coach Paul Put and his assistants Felix Ayobo, Ibrahim Mugisha, and Sam Ssimbwa, worked with 24 players to help them recuperate from their most recent club games.
As a crucial component of their preparation for the CHAN competition, Coach Put emphasized the significance of the forthcoming game. "The game versus Burundi is not something we're underestimating. In order to maintain fan excitement and prepare for the competition in February 2025, we need positive outcomes," he said.
Milton Karisa, a forward for Vipers SC, said, "I'm looking forward to representing my country," expressing his excitement about rejoining the national squad.
The squad will intensify preparations once the remaining players, including Samuel Ssenyonjo and Jude Ssemugabi, join the camp.
Participants on the first day
Goalkeepers: Joel Mutakubwa (BUL FC), Mutwalibi Mugolofa (KCCA FC), and Hannington Ssebwalunyo (NEC FC).
Defenders: Moses Aliro (URA FC), Derrick Ndahiro (Vipers SC), Enock Walusimbi (URA FC), Arnold Odong (SC Villa), Rogers Torach (Vipers SC), Hillary Mukundane (Vipers SC), Gavin Kizito Mugweri (KCCA FC), and Gideon Odongo (NEC FC).
Midfielders: Paul Patrick Mbowa (Vipers SC), Abdu Karim Watambala (Vipers SC), Saidi Mayanja (KCCA FC), Joel Sseunjogi (KCCA FC), Enock Ssebagala (NEC FC), Allan Okello (Vipers SC).
Forwards: James Jarieko (NEC FC), Ivan Ahimbisibwe (URA FC), Shafik Nana Kwikiriza (KCCA FC), Milton Karisa (Vipers SC), Hakim Kiwanuka (SC Villa), and Isaac Ogwang (Police FC).
