Uganda Cranes Head Coach Paul Joseph Put has committed his future by signing a new contract to steer the team for the next two and half years.
The development was confirmed on Thursday morning at FUFA Stadium, Kadiba with FUFA 1st Vice President Justus Mugisha and FUFA CEO Edgar Watson revealing the news.
“The FUFA Executive Committee made a rare decision to renew Coach Paul Put’s contract — a testament to his outstanding performance. The federation beat off strong competition from some of Africa’s top and wealthiest footballing nations that were after him.” Confirmed Mugisha.
Put signed his first contract with FUFA back in November 2023 and has since helped to transform the team. Guiding the Uganda Cranes back to AFCON and also doing well in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers.
Since his arrival, Put has been in charge of Uganda 23 times and his record reads; 13 Wins, 3 Draws, 7 losses, 30 goals scored, 24 goals conceded.
In his remarks, Put was elated to renew his contract with Uganda Cranes and cannot wait to go again.
”I am grateful to FUFA and Uganda for the opportunity to work here. The first two years have been very special, connecting with the passionate football fans in Uganda by delivering good performances on the pitch. I believe there is more to come and I’m looking forward to more great memories.” He said.
FUFA CEO, Watson believes it was important to continue the journey with coach Put and hopes for even better in the next phase.
“We look forward to a positive and successful future, where we will continue to achieve more under FUFA’s vision of becoming the number one football nation — both on and off the pitch,” said Watson.
Immediately after renewing his contract, the coach summoned a squad of 26 players that will feature in two friendlies against Chad and Morocco in the upcoming international window.
Uganda will face Chad on 15th November before facing Morocco four days later. Both games will be played in Morocco.
