Uganda Cranes beat Somalia 2-0 in the FIFA World Cup qualifier tie played yesterday at the Namboole stadium. Allan Okello scored from the spot before Jude Semugabi doubled the lead‎ as Uganda took a 2-0 first half lead. On the return, there were no more goals despite Uganda looking the better side. Steven Mukwala was the culprit -after missing a glorious chance.

Second goalscorer Jude Ssemugabi celebrating a goal.

Second in Group G with 15 points, 4 behind leaders Algeria that was held to a barren stalemate by Guinea, Uganda chases a top-4 runner-up spot to make history with first-ever inter-continental qualification. ‎

‎The nine CAF group winners secure direct entry to the World Cup 2026 while the four best runners-up will participate in an intercontinental playoff for the possibility of securing a 10th spot at the tournament.

Uganda cranes fans at Mandela national stadium