Uganda Cranes have unveiled their squad for the crucial upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers, featuring a blend of local talent and experienced foreign-based players.
Under the guidance of Head Coach Paul Put, the 26-man roster includes eight players from the StarTimes Uganda Premier League, showcasing the league’s depth and competitive spirit.
Vipers SC leads the local representation with four players, including standout defenders Rogers Torach and Hilary Mukundane, as well as midfielder Enock Ssebagala and forward Allan Okello.
Allan Okello
KCCA FC contributes two prominent defenders, Herbert Achayi and Gavin Kizito, highlighting their vital role in the squad’s defensive strategy. The local contingent is rounded off by SC Villa’s agile striker Reagan Mpande and Jude Ssemugabi from Kitara FC, both of whom are expected to bring their scoring prowess to the team’s attacking lineup.
As the Cranes gear up to face Botswana on October 9 and Algeria five days later, the squad also features a solid representation of foreign-based players. Notable names include goalkeeper Denis Onyango from Mamelodi Sundowns, South Africa, who brings a wealth of experience and leadership to the team.
Defender Toby Sibbick from Burton Albion in England and midfielder Allan Oyirwoth from New England Revolution in the USA further bolster the squad, while forward Travis Mutyaba from CS Sfaxien in Tunisia adds to the attacking options.
The full squad is a testament to Uganda’s commitment to securing a spot in the World Cup, with players drawn from various leagues across the globe.
Full Squad Overview:
Goalkeepers
- Denis Onyango (Mamelodi Sundowns, South Africa)
- Salim Omar Magoola (Richards Bay FC, South Africa)
- Nafian Alionzi (Defence Forces FC, Ethiopia)
Defenders
- Elio Capradossi (Universitatea Cluj, Romania)
- Rogers Torach (Vipers SC, Uganda)
- Toby Sibbick (Burton Albion, England)
- Hilary Mukundane (Vipers SC, Uganda)
- Jordan Obita (Hibernian, Scotland)
- Aziizi Kayondo (Slovan Liberec, Czech Republic)
- Herbert Achayi (KCCA FC, Uganda)
- Gavin Kizito (KCCA FC, Uganda)
Midfielders
- Ronald Ssekiganda (APR FC, Rwanda)
- Kenneth Semakula (Al Arabi SC, Kuwait)
- Allan Oyirwoth (New England Revolution, USA)
- Enock Ssebagala (Vipers SC, Uganda)
- Bobosi Byaruhanga (Oakland Roots SC, USA)
Forwards
- Denis Omedi (APR FC, Rwanda)
- Allan Okello (Vipers SC, Uganda)
- Joseph Mpande (PVF Cand FC, Vietnam)
- Rogers Mato (FK Vardar, Macedonia)
- Reagan Mpande (SC Villa, Uganda)
- Jude Ssemugabi (Kitara FC, Uganda)
- Uchechukwu Ikpeazu (St. Johnstone, Scotland)
- Travis Mutyaba (CS Sfaxien, Tunisia)
As fans eagerly await the matches, the selection is a powerful statement of Uganda’s ambition on the international stage. The Cranes are ready to soar and make their mark in the World Cup qualifying rounds.