The Uganda Cranes have begun preparations for their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Pamoja qualifiers against Botswana, with nine players reporting to camp on Sunday.
According to FUFA’s official website, the first group of players checked into Marriott Hotel in Kampala as the national team started assembling ahead of Saturday’s encounter at Hoima City Stadium.
Goalkeepers David Lukwago and Jonathan Odongo are among the early arrivals, alongside defenders Hilary Mukundane, Frank Ssebufu and Herbert Achayi.
The other players who have reported include Kingdom Osayi, Bobosi Byaruhanga, Khalid Aucho and Allan Oyirwoth.
More players are expected to join the squad today, Monday, November 9, including Gavin Kizito, Joseph Seremba, Denis Omedi, Travis Mutyaba, Abdu Aziizi Kayondo, Nathan Asiimwe, Toby Sibbick, David Udoh, Denis Onyango, Abdoulaye Sissako and Kelvin Boateng.
Defender Majub Toto will report on Tuesday alongside Baba Alhassan, James Bogere, Herbert Bochorn, Allan Okello, Rogers Torach and Sadam Masereka, while Daniel Dongmo is expected to arrive on Wednesday.
The technical team will use the available training sessions to fine-tune the squad’s tactical organisation, fitness and overall match readiness as the team builds towards the qualifiers.
The Cranes will have their first training session on Monday at 4:00 PM, held at the Mandela National Stadium, Namboole Annex training pitch.
Uganda will host Botswana on Saturday, November 14, at Hoima City Stadium, with kick-off scheduled for 7:00 PM.
