Uganda sports talking points: Crested Cranes, 13 Oct 2026

Jacob Kiplimo: What Uganda Legend Will Pocket After Fourth-Place Finish at Chicago Marathon

The hamstring injury that forced Kiplimo to fade late overshadows the prize money he still earned in Chicago.

Also running it: The Independent Uganda, Daily Monitor, SoftPower News, Nilepost, The Eastleigh Voice, Mozzart Sport Kenya

• Kiplimo finishes fourth in Chicago Marathon after late fadeNilepost
• Uganda's Jacob Kiplimo fades to fourth at Chicago Marathon after late-race collapseThe Eastleigh Voice
• Kiplimo Finishes Fourth at Chicago Marathon After Hamstring InjurySoftPower News

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Lady Cranes demolish Tunisia to set up Safari 7s decider against Lionesses

A final against Kenya's Lionesses awaits after the Lady Cranes stayed perfect through the pool stages.

Also running it: SportPesa Blog, ChimpReports

• Uganda Lady Cranes continue to soar at Safari 7sKawowo Sports
• Kenya Lionesses, Uganda Lady Cranes maintain unbeaten 2026 Safari 7s runsSportPesa Blog
• CHIMP SPORT: Lady Cranes Thrash TUKS Women to Open Safari 7s AccountChimpReports

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Source: Kawowo Sports

CAF 2028 Women’s Olympic Qualifiers: Asefa names Uganda Crested Cranes squad for Zambia return leg

Asefa has named a 23-player travelling party for the decisive second leg against Zambia in the Olympic qualifiers.

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

• 23 players named in Crested Cranes travelling squad to ZambiaKawowo Sports

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Source: Africa Top Sports

CHIMP SPORTS: Vipers Held, Mbarara off the mark

Mbarara City finally opened their league account with a narrow win over Blacks Power after earlier stumbles.

Also running it: Kawowo Sports, Transfermarkt

• Mbarara City FC - Squad statistics (Detailed view)Transfermarkt
• Mbarara City edge Blacks Power for maiden league victoryKawowo Sports

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Source: ChimpReports

Ngonde backs KCCA to extend winning run

KCCA extended their winning streak as UPPC upset Police elsewhere in the round of fixtures.

Also running it: NewVision.co.ug, ChimpReports

• CHIMP SPORT: UPPC Oust Police as KCCA WinsChimpReports

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Source: Kawowo Sports

Uganda’s Musau wins Lisbon Marathon with personal best

Martin Musau broke his personal best to claim victory in Lisbon, adding a major road title to his resume.

Also running it: Uganda Radionetwork, SoftPower News

• Uganda’s Martin Musau Wins Lisbon Marathon in Personal-Best TimeSoftPower News
• Uganda’s Martin Musau Wins Lisbon Marathon in Personal BestUganda Radionetwork

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Source: Nilepost

AFCON Beach Soccer Qualifiers:Uganda draws against Burundi

Uganda earned a draw with Burundi in beach soccer qualifiers while the U-17 side started their campaign with a win.

Also running it: cecafa

• Uganda humble Burundi to make good start in U-17 AFCON qualifierscecafa
• AFCON QUALIFIERS: Tricky home ties for Uganda, Rwandacecafa

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Source: NTV Uganda