Ugandan players shine in CAF Interclub Competitions

Lwanga in action for APR FC. (Lwanga Twitter).

STARS ABROAD Ugandan players shine in CAF Interclub Competitions

Peter Tabu 15:26 - 21.08.2023

Here's a breakdown of Ugandan players who showcased their talents across the continent:

The CAF interclub competitions have once again ignited the football scene, featuring over 50 clubs engaging in the CAF Champions League and Confederation Cup.

Here's a breakdown of Ugandan players who showcased their talents across the continent:

CAF Champions League

Vipers: The team journeyed to Botswana for a face-off against Janweng Galaxy. Unfortunately, they faced a setback in the first leg of the CAF Champions League's first preliminary round, losing 2-0.

Taddeo Lwanga: The tenacious midfielder debuted for Rwandan giants APR FC against Somalia's Gadiidka FC. Lwanga played the full 90 minutes as the match concluded with a 1-1 draw at the Pele Kigali Stadium on Saturday.

Nicholas Kagaba: Kagaba represented Gadiidka against APR FC, delivering a remarkable goal in the 33rd minute. Despite his efforts, APR managed to level the score three minutes into the second half.

Khalid Aucho: The assistant captain of the Uganda Cranes showcased his skills as he guided his team, Young Africans, to a compelling 2-0 victory over Djibouti ASAS at the Chamanzi complex in Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania.

CAF Confederation Cup

Nicholas Wadada: The former Uganda Cranes right-back found a place on the bench as Singida Fountain Gate secured an impressive 4-1 triumph over Zanzibar's JKU on Saturday.

Singida Fountain Gate: This club also boasts other notable Ugandan talents, including left-back Shafik Batambuze and former Uganda Cranes assistant coach Matia Lule.

Additionally, former URA FC and Vipers goalkeeper coach Steven Billy Kiggundu is part of their setup.

Anticipation is building up as the return legs of these captivating matches are slated for the upcoming weekend.

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