The Football Federation of Uganda (FUFA) has announced a fresh squad for the CECAFA U17 AFCON Zonal Qualifiers, the pathway to next year’s U17 Africa Cup of Nations and a potential FIFA U17 World Cup berth.
Uganda’s youth football programme, a cornerstone of FUFA’s strategy since 2013, has steadily produced talent through initiatives such as the Juniors League, coach education, and international exposure. The results are tangible the U17 Cubs are currently in Dubai for advanced preparations after making history by qualifying for the FIFA U17 World Cup 2025 for the first time.
The newly selected players, who have successfully passed MRI tests, will report to the FUFA Technical Centre in Njeru to begin camp. The squad is led by Coach Laryea Kingston, supported by former national players Steven Bengo and Sadam Juma, goalkeeping coach Yasin Mugabi, and team manager Joram Katende.
Comprising standout youngsters from clubs across Uganda, the Cubs are focused on making an impact in Ethiopia, where the qualifiers kick off on November 15, 2025, aiming to secure a place in the AFCON U17 finals and continue the nation’s historic run on the global stage.
The provisional squad
Goalkeepers: Akisam Ndaye (Rays of Grace), Muhammad Masabo (Volf Academy), Adrian Ssemugera (Solitilo B. Stars JT), Richard Mukisa (NEC JT)
Defenders: Musa Matovu Musisi (NEC FC JT), Frank Katongole (St. Julian High School), Elisa Mukisa (St. Julian High School), Enock Mwesigwa (Volf Academy), Abulhafie Ukasha Jjemba (JCCA FC JT), Mudawakali Sumaku (Bukedea CS), Eze Kombi (Amus College), Hilala Agiga (Amus College), Musa Ssuuna (Amus College), Ibrahim Waita (Buddo SS), Trevor Mubiru (Vipers SC JT)
Midfielders: Joseph Langol (Lugazi FC JT), Eric Isabirye (Rays of Grace), Brian Olwa (Edgars Youth Academy), Bob Jerica Atendele (Edgars Youth Academy), Ismail Fahad (KCCA FC JT), Habert Cherotim (Bukedea CS), Henry Muhoozi (Amus College), Roy Olala (Buddo SS), Ashiraf Kyakuwa (Vipers SC JT), Owen Mukisa (Vipers SC JT), Victors Kahinda (Express FC)
Forwards: Shakur Ngobi (Vipers SC JT), Nicholas Kawooya (Buddo SS), Geofrey Wasswa Ssenfuka (Bukedea Comprehensive School), Lorian Kisakye Lwesibawa (St. Julian High School), Ibrahim Ali Nangalama (NEC FC JT)
The Team Officials
Laryea Kingston- Head Coach
Steven Bengo- Assistant coach
Sadam Juma- Assistant coach
Yasin Mugabi- Goalkeeping coach
