Uganda’s football dream reaches new heights as the Cranes prepare to face reigning CHAN champions Senegal in the quarterfinals at Mandela National Stadium, Kampala, on Saturday, August 23. This marks Uganda’s first quarterfinal appearance in seven CHAN tournaments, a milestone achieved after a thrilling 3-3 draw against South Africa.
The Cranes’ journey has been a rollercoaster. They began with a 3-0 loss to 2023 finalists Algeria, but quickly bounced back with commanding victories over Guinea (3-0) and Niger (2-0), before drawing with South Africa. Meanwhile, Senegal secured second place in Group D, finishing behind Sudan on goal difference after holding the group leaders to a 0-0 draw on August 19.
The upcoming match pits Uganda against a formidable opponent, testing the team’s resilience and strategy against Africa’s top talent. Other quarterfinal fixtures include Kenya vs. Madagascar, Tanzania vs. Morocco, and Sudan vs. Algeria, setting the stage for an exciting conclusion to the group stages.
As fans prepare to pack Mandela National Stadium, anticipation is high for a historic clash that could propel Uganda further into CHAN history. Supporters are encouraged to rally behind the Cranes and witness what promises to be a memorable showdown.