Head Coach Sheryl Botes has voiced her confidence in the final squad selected to face Zambia in the upcoming U17 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers. The team is poised to depart tomorrow morning (Friday 10th May 2024) at 4 a.m. for Lusaka, where they will embark on what promises to be a challenging and pivotal encounter.
Coach Botes expressed her satisfaction with the assembled squad following a spirited friendly encounter against the Misingi Soccer Academy U15 Boys team earlier today. The match, held at the iconic Muteesa II stadium-Wankulukuku, provided a valuable opportunity for the team to fine-tune their tactics and showcase their skills ahead of the qualifiers.
“We’ve had a good run in our preparations, and I’m pleased with the commitment and progress shown by the players,” remarked Coach Botes in an exclusive post-match interview. “The friendly match today was particularly beneficial in evaluating our strengths and areas for improvement. Facing a talented U15 boys’ team allowed us to test ourselves against a dynamic opponent and refine our game plan.”
The U17 Women’s National Team (Teen Cranes), has been diligently preparing under Coach Botes’ guidance for the past 9 days in a residential camp at Cranes Paradise Hotel Kisaasi. The upcoming fixtures against Zambia represent an opportunity for Uganda’s young football talent to showcase their abilities on the international stage and advance towards the U17 Women’s World Cup.
The journey to Lusaka marks a pivotal moment for the Teen Cranes as they aim to secure passage to the next stage of the U17 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers.
Teen Cranes Traveling List: Zambia Vs Uganda -U17 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers
Players
Goalkeepers
1. Nakiirya Lillian (St Noah Ss Wfc)
2. Adeke Angella (Royal Queens Fc)
Defenders
3. Namirimu Faridah (Wakiso Hill Wfc)
4. Natooro Desire Katisi (Asubo Ladies Fc)
5. Kaluya Bethany Lois Mirembe. N. (Brighton And Hove Albion Ladies Fc)
6. Nambuusi Ritah Anitah (Divine Soccer Academy)
7. Katusiime Charity (Tagy High School Wfc)
Midfielders
8. Aujat Dorine (Byafaayo Queens Fc)
9. Namataka Mariam (Byafaayo Queens Fc)
10. Babirye Fahima (Kawempe Muslim Ladies Fc)
11. Nangendo Esther (Kawempe Muslim Ladies Fc)
12. Tamisi Shafiga (Byafaayo Queens Fc)
13. Kainza Joyce (Byafaayo Queens Fc)
14. Nalunkuuma Bushirah Muhammad (Rines Ss Wfc)
15. Nabirye Shadia (Kawempe Muslim Ladies Fc)
16. Namazzi Vanessa (Kawempe Muslim Ladies Fc)
Forwards
17. Nabukenya Agnes (Kawempe Muslim Ladies Fc)
18. Kabene Sylivia (St Noah Ss Wfc)
Officials
1. Ronnie Kalema – Leader Of Delegation
2. Mukatabala Paul Nantulya – National Teams Officer / Advance Party
3. Sheryl Ulanda Botes – Head Coach
4. Ayiekoh Charles Lukula – Assistant Coach
5. David Ribeiro – Goalkeeper Coach
6. Shawn Robert Bishop – Performance Analyst
7. Nsubuga Allan Magunda – Video Analyst
8. Kabatalindwa Mable – Team Doctor
9. Kyasiimire Darlian – Pysiotherapist
10. Nakiguba Cissy Gaudensia – Equipment Manager
11. Kivumbi Joel Cornerious – Media Officer
12. Namusisi Joan – Team Manager
The Teen Cranes will take on Zambia at the third round of the Qualifiers, the first leg slated for 12th May 2024 at National Heroes Stadium in Lusaka, Kickoff at 12:30pm Local time (1:30pm EAT) while the return leg will be played on 17th May 2024 at St. Mary’s Stadium, Kitende.
