Entrance will be free for fans attending the first leg of the 2028 CAF Women’s Olympic Qualifiers between the Crested Cranes, Uganda’s Senior Women’s National Team, and Zambia.
The local governing body, the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA), confirmed on Tuesday that supporters can watch the match live at Hamz Stadium, Nakivubo, at no cost on Thursday, 8th October 2026.
The first-leg clash kicks off on Thursday at 4:00 PM, with the return leg scheduled for 13th October 2026 in Zambia.
With matchday fast approaching, the Crested Cranes continue to fine-tune their preparations as they aim to launch their Olympic qualification campaign on a high note.
An additional five foreign-based players joined camp this week and participated in the team’s training session at Hamz Stadium. The late arrivals include goalkeeper Vanessa Edith Karungi (Brøndby IF Women), Shadia Nankya (HAC Féminines Women FC), Fazila Ikwaput (East Bengal WFC), Sylvia Kabene (Mġarr United Women FC), and Laki Otandeka (Coamo FC).
Their arrival brings the total number of foreign-based players in camp to eight, joining Ruth Aturo and Zainah Nandede (Simba Queens FC), and Joan Nabirye (Yanga Princess FC).
For Otandeka, returning to the national team setup after a five-year absence marks a significant milestone.
“It feels good to be back after five years. The first few days have been great, the team has been very welcoming, and the coach is demanding in a positive way. We hold high expectations for ourselves,” said Otandeka.
The Coamo FC forward expressed her excitement ahead of the encounter, emphasizing the squad’s determination to deliver for the nation.
“We are excited about the game and ready to make our country proud. I call upon the fans to come out in large numbers to support us, your presence means everything to the team,” she added.
