Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Kyambogo University has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the government to transform one of its football pitches into a modern training facility for the upcoming African Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2027. The facility, located near the university’s main building, will be one of …
Read More »Chelsea and Mauricio Pochettino part ways after just one season
LONDON, UK | Xinhua | Chelsea have parted with coach Mauricio Pochettino and his coaching staff after just one season, the club announced on Tuesday. Chelsea announced the news with a brief statement on their official website saying: “Chelsea FC can confirm that the club and Mauricio Pochettino have mutually …
Read More »Skipper Masaba optimistic Uganda will cause upsets in T20 World Cup
KAMPALA, Uganda | Xinhua | Uganda’s cricket team captain Brian Masaba says his squad have the potential to cause some major upsets at the 2024 ICC T20 World Cup. 20 teams will compete in the World Cup, which will be held in the West Indies and the United States from …
Read More »Alex Isabirye takes over at URA FC
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda Revenue Authority Football Club- URA FC has unveiled the former Express FC head Coach Alex Isabirye as their new coach on a one-year contract. Isabirye replaces former Uganda Cranes star David Obua, who was sacked by the club in the second round of …
Read More »Excitement and elegance at 2024 Captain’s Bell golf awards dinner
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The prestigious 2024 Captain’s Bell Uganda Golf Tournament Awards Dinner was a night to remember, blending sportsmanship, elegance, and entertainment in an unforgettable celebration. Held at the luxurious Uganda Golf Club Kitante, the event drew golf enthusiasts, dignitaries, and celebrities, all eager to honor …
Read More »Ugandan athlete Nakaayi motivated ahead of Paris Olympics
KAMPALA, Uganda | Xinhua | Ugandan athlete Halimah Nakaayi says she does feel under pressure and is instead highly motivated ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. “Qualifying for the Olympics is already a big bonus, but I am also not under pressure at all ahead of the Games. I’m …
Read More »Klopp signs off with home win
Liverpool, UK | THE INDEPENDENT | Jurgen Klopp brought his remarkable Liverpool reign to an end with a 2-0 victory over 10-man Wolverhampton Wanderers at Anfield, capping a memorable Premier League tenure with the Reds. Klopp announced back in January his intention to leave Liverpool – who finish third in the league this season – …
Read More »Arteta: We want more and we will get it
London, UK | THE INDEPENDENT | Mikel Arteta has spoken of his gratitude to the Arsenal fans and to his team and staff as they ultimately fell short of a first Premier League title in 20 years. Despite beating Everton 2-1, thanks to a late Kai Havertz winner, Arsenal were unable to overhaul leaders Manchester City on the …
Read More »How SC Villa won 17th Uganda League title
Final matchday results NEC 0-2 SC Villa Maroons 1-1 KCCA Vipers SC 4-1 Mbarara City Busoga United 0-3 BUL Kitara 3-0 Gaddafi Wakiso Giants 0-1 UPDF URA 1-1 Soltilo Bright Stars Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | SC Villa ended their 20-year national championship drought by claiming the 2023/24 Startimes Uganda …
Read More »Record victory for Man City, more tears for Arsenal
Guardiola: Arsenal pushed us to another level Brighton 0 – 2 Manchester United Brentford 2 – 4 Newcastle Liverpool 2 – 0 Wolverhampton Crystal Palace 5 – 0 Aston Villa Luton 2 – 4 Fulham Sheffield Utd 0 – 3 Tottenham Chelsea 2 – 1 Bournemouth Burnley 1 – 2 …
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