How Uganda was held to goalless draw in AFCON Qualifiers

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda National Football team, the Cranes has been held to a goalless draw in group B of the Africa Cup of Nations -AFCON qualifier game played at St Mary’s Stadium, Kitende.

The draw, against Burkina Faso, now delays Uganda’s hope of qualifying for the African Cup of Nations finals slated next year in Cameroon. Burkina Faso, which was on top of the group has already secured its place.

The game started at a low pace with both sides failing to create any chances for a score. Uganda made double changes in halftime with veteran midfielder Mike Azira paving the way for Moses Waiswa and right-winger Abdu Lumala going off for Ibrahim Oriti. When Uganda started having attacks on the opponent’s goal, Ibrahim Oriti’s header was denied by the woodwork and Joseph Ochaya’s shot was stopped by Babayoure Sawadogo.

Uganda is currently second in group B with eight points just one point ahead of their next opponent Malawi who has seven points. Uganda will therefore need one point in their next clash due to take place on March 29, 2021 to secure qualification.

Interim coach Abdallah Mubiru said the players tried their based but failed. He, however, says he is happy for the point and believes they can build from that in their next game

Uganda Cranes Captain Denis Onyango said he is happy with the boy’s performance despite a draw. He, however, says the qualification is still in their hands they only need to fight harder.

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