Uganda sports talking points: AFCON, 9 Oct 2026

From Gulu to Namboole: Lessons in Uganda's Afcon race

Sand Cranes' Namboole preparation tests home advantage ahead of Burundi clash.

Also running it: NTV Uganda, cecafa, EWN, Mjengo Hub, NewVision.co.ug, Pulse Sports Kenya

• Sand Cranes ready for Burundi AFCON qualifierNTV Uganda
• Arsenal youngster adds intrigue to Uganda Cubs’ Afcon bidDaily Monitor
• Uganda Sand Cranes intensify training ahead of AFCON qualifier against BurundiEWN

Read it at Daily Monitor→

Uganda Premier League: Champions Vipers SC dispatch Blacks Power

Vipers' four-goal margin restates their title authority after early stumbles.

Also running it: NTV Uganda, Transfermarkt, www.transfermarkt.us

• UGANDA PREMIER LEAGUE: Vipers edge Blacks Power 4-0NTV Uganda
• Blacks Power FC - Vipers SC, Oct 8, 2026 - Uganda Premier League - Match sheetwww.transfermarkt.us
• Uganda Premier LeagueTransfermarkt

Read it at Africa Top Sports→

Uganda Premier League: SC Villa held as Kitara claim first win

Villa's accident and draw leave squad depth questions before the next fixture.

Also running it: cecafa, Transfermarkt, Kawowo Sports

• Kataka Football Club Lufumbi - Sports Club Villa Jogoo, 07/10/2026 - Uganda Premier League - Match sheetTransfermarkt
• SC Villa bolster goalkeeping department with signing of Stuart MatovuKawowo Sports
• Uganda’s Premier League side SC Villa team involved in accidentcecafa

Read it at Africa Top Sports→

CAF 2028 Women’s Olympic Qualifiers: Uganda Crested Cranes captains named

Captaincy announcement signals squad stability as Zambia test looms large.

Also running it: Kawowo Sports, NewVision.co.ug

• Olympic Qualifiers: Zambia will not underrate Uganda – Barbra BandaAfrica Top Sports
• Understanding what is at stake for Crested Cranes in LA28 Olympic QualifiersKawowo Sports
• CAF 2028 Women’s Olympic Qualifiers: Uganda step up preparations as FUFA confirms free entranceAfrica Top Sports

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Source: Africa Top Sports

CHIMP SPORT: Villa Held, Kitara off the Mark

Kitara's breakthrough win reshapes the early table narrative instantly.

Also running it: Daily Monitor, Transfermarkt

• Villa miss chance to go top as Kitara get off the markDaily Monitor
• Kitara FC - Record goal scorers | Page 2Transfermarkt

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Kingston names Uganda Cubs squad for CECAFA U17 Championship

Cubs' Kigali selection balances tournament experience with developmental urgency.

Also running it: Scrummage Africa, Africa Top Sports

• Uganda names Safari 7s squad as coaching staff rotates squad depthScrummage Africa
• CECAFA U-17 Championship: Uganda Cubs final squad to Kigali namedAfrica Top Sports

Read it at Pan Africa Football→

Jacob Kiplimo Eyes Chicago Marathon Defense as Olympic Gold Remains His Biggest Dream

Kiplimo's Chicago return tests whether marathon speed translates to Olympic gold.

Also running it: The New York Times, Marathon Handbook

• Jacob Kiplimo ran the third-fastest marathon in history, a feat that is almost forgottenThe New York Times
• Jacob Kiplimo Returns To Defend His Chicago Marathon TitleMarathon Handbook

Read it at Pulse Sports Uganda→