Ugandan Women Footballers Abroad: Goals, Full 90s and Impressive Performances Across the Globe

Ugandan women footballers continued to fly the country’s flag on the international stage over the past week, featuring in leagues and competitions across Europe, Africa, North America and beyond.

From full 90-minute performances to goal-scoring contributions, Crested Cranes stars had another busy week with their respective clubs.

As Sports Light Uganda, we take a look at how the Ugandan players performed for their respective teams.

DENMARK

Brøndby Women registered a 2-0 victory over Odense Women, with Vanessa Karungi watching the entire match from the bench.

MEXICO

Juliet Nalukenge featured for the full 90 minutes as Puebla Women suffered a 2-1 defeat against Atlas.

Meanwhile, Sandra Nabweteme missed Santos Laguna Women’s 2-1 defeat to Club León after being left out of the squad due to injury.

FRANCE

Shadia Nankya played the entire match as Le Havre Women held Strasbourg to a goalless draw.

BELARUS

Shamirah Nalugya completed 90 minutes for Dynamo Brest in their 2-1 victory over FC Minsk.

EGYPT

Phionah Nabulime featured for the full 90 minutes as FC Masar secured a convincing 3-0 victory over ZED FC.

She also played the entire match as FC Masar held South African giants Mamelodi Sundowns to a goalless draw in the CAF Women’s Champions League.

Catherine Nagadya featured for 77 minutes as Al Ahly Women registered a convincing 3-0 victory over Palm Hills SC.

KENYA

Ugandan players were also in action in the Kenyan Women’s Premier League.

Kunihira Margaret played the full 90 minutes, while Daisy Nakaziro was an unused substitute as Kenya Police Bullets suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat against Ulinzi Starlets.

Sandra Kisakye and Hadijja Nandago were absent from the Bullets’ matchday squad.

Meanwhile, Nabaggala Jauharah featured for 80 minutes as Kibera Soccer Women secured a 2-0 victory over Kayole Starlets.

MALTA

Sylivia Kabene was on target for Mgarr United, scoring a goal and completing the full 90 minutes in their 2-1 victory over Birkirkara.

TANZANIA

Aturo Ruth and Zainah Nandede both completed 90 minutes as Simba Queens cruised to a comfortable 3-0 victory over Kilimanjaro Wonders.

Yanga Princess also registered a convincing 3-0 victory over Bunda Girls.

Reticia Nabbosa played the full 90 minutes, while Nabirye Joan featured for 30 minutes and Resty Kobusobozi played 25 minutes. Sumaya Komuntale and Nabitaka Molly watched the match from the bench.

TURKEY

Nambi Viola featured for 20 minutes as Trabzonspor AS secured an emphatic 4-0 victory over Amed SK.

From Europe to Africa, Asia and the Americas, Ugandan women footballers continue to showcase their talent, determination and quality on the international stage.

Congratulations to all the players who featured, scored and contributed to their respective clubs over the past week. We also wish those currently nursing injuries a speedy recovery.

Ugandan talent continues to shine across the globe!