Uganda’s Cranes nearly at full strength ahead of 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers

The Uganda squad is close to completion at the Marriott Hotel as preparations continue for their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign.

Several senior players and notable reinforcements have joined the camp, including Travis Mutyaba, Denis Onyango and Toby Sibbick. Their arrival has allowed the Cranes to begin their preparations in earnest for the first leg against Botswana in South Africa.

The final additions to the squad are expected to arrive during the day. Allan Okello and Rogers Torach are among those still due to report, which will give head coach the full group at his disposal.

Once the squad has assembled, Uganda will travel to the Mandela National Stadium Annex Pitch for their first full-team training session at 16:00 local time on Tuesday.

The session will focus on building understanding between the players and improving the side’s tactical sharpness before the qualifiers begin.

Uganda will face Botswana in South Africa on 14 November, before hosting them four days later on 17 November 2026.