Uganda U20 Head Coach Laryea Kingston has officially announced his final squad for the upcoming CECAFA U20 Championship qualifiers, scheduled to take place in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
The regional tournament runs from September 14 to September 24, 2026, with the Hippos aiming to secure a qualification berth for the U20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
Coach Kingston’s 20-man roster blends promising talent from the domestic StarTimes Uganda Premier League, local academy setups, and overseas-based players.
Among the international inclusions are defenders Mimosa Yashir (University of California, USA) and Steven Oyirwoth (UNC Men’s Soccer, USA), alongside NK Tabor Sezana midfielder Genesis Odiya and AC Amager forward Joseph Ssenyondwa.
FUFA Executive Committee Member Frank Ankunzire leads the official delegation to Tanzania.Final Uganda Hippos Squad.
Goalkeepers: Adrian Isabirye (BUL FC) and Batali Igama (Lugazi FC)
Defenders: Mimosa Yashir (University of California, USA), Kawuki Hakim (KCCA FC), Elvis Opakrwoth (St. Mary’s Kitende), Wandera Hakim (NEC FC), Steven Oyirwoth (UNC Men’s Soccer, USA), Meddy Mutamba (Busoga United FC), Gilbert Ogenrwot (SC Villa) and Mangoli Raymond (SC Villa)
Midfielders: Amour Munogera (Vipers SC), Owino Brian (Vipers SC JT), Isma Magala (Masaka Sunshine), Genesis Odiya (NK Tabor Sezana) and Ashraf Kyakuwa (Vipers SC JT)
Forwards: Nkoola Arafat (Vipers SC), Okello Richard (BUL FC), Joseph Ssenyondwa (AC Amager), Ssozi Derrick (Bukedea Comprehensive) and Wanyama Simon (Bukedea Comprehensive)
Technical Team & Officials; Leader of Delegation (LOD), Frank Ankunzire Head Coach: Laryea Kingston, Assistant Coach: Bashir Ssemuyaba, Goalkeeping Coach: Stephen Billy Kiggundu, Fitness Coach: Denis Kizito, Team Doctor: Ivan Kulika, Kits Manager: Frank Bumpenje, Team Manager: Brian Umony and Media Officer: Andrew Talenga
