Uganda Cranes Embark on 11-Day AFCON 2025 Preparatory Camp in Morocco

7th December 2025

The Uganda Cranes have officially set off for their crucial Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 preparatory camp in Morocco, marking a significant step in the team’s build-up to the continental showpiece. The team will depart Entebbe International Airport at 5:30 pm aboard Qatar Airways flight QR 1384, heading to Casablanca, where an intensive 11-day training programme awaits.

The camp, organised by the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA), is designed to sharpen the squad’s tactical and physical readiness ahead of the tournament in Morocco. During their stay, the Cranes will play two high-profile trial matches, giving Head Coach Paul Put a valuable opportunity to assess combinations, refine strategies, and evaluate individual player form.

A Crucial Phase in Uganda’s AFCON 2025 Mission

With AFCON only weeks away, the preparatory camp is expected to help the Cranes build cohesion and establish a competitive rhythm. Coach Paul Put, who has been keen on instilling discipline, tactical awareness, and attacking efficiency, will use the Morocco camp as the final testing ground before the final squad is confirmed.

FUFA officials noted that additional details about the team’s AFCON campaign—including final match preparations, media engagements, and the team’s base city in Morocco—will be communicated in the coming days.

Coach Paul Put Unveils Uganda Cranes Squad for AFCON 2025

The Uganda Cranes technical team has released a 30-man provisional squad that will be part of the Morocco camp. The selection features a balanced mix of foreign-based talents and key performers from the Uganda Premier League.

Below is the full squad:

Goalkeepers

Magooba Salim Omar – Richards Bay FC (South Africa)

Onyango Denis – Mamelodi Sundowns FC (South Africa)

Alionzi Nafian – Defense Forces FC (Ethiopia)

Lukwago Charles – KCCA FC (Uganda) ?️

Defenders

Sibbick Toby – Burton Albion FC (England)

Caprodossi Elio – FC Universitatea Cluj (Romania)

Obita Jordan – Hibernian FC (Scotland)

Torach Rogers – Vipers SC (Uganda)

Kayondo Abdu Azizi – FC Slovan Liberec (Czech Republic)

Muleme Isaac – Viktoria Zizkov (Czech Republic)

Awany Timothy – FC Ashdod (Israel)

Owori David – SC Villa (Uganda)

Mukun­dane Hilary – Vipers SC (Uganda)

Midfielders

Semakula Kenneth – Al-Adalah FC (Saudi Arabia)

Aucho Khalid – Singida Black Stars SC (Tanzania)

Sse­kiganda Ronald – APR FC (Rwanda)

Byaruhanga Bobosi – Oakland Roots SC (USA)

Alhassan Baba – FCSB (Romania)

Forwards

Okello Allan – Vipers SC (Uganda)

Melvyn Lorenzen – Muangthong United FC (Thailand)

Mutyaba Travis – CS Sfaxi­en (Tunisia)

Omedi Denis – APR FC (Rwanda)

Mato Rogers – FK Vardar (North Macedonia)

Mpande Reagan – Vipers SC (Uganda)

Ssemugabi Jude – Jamus FC (South Sudan)

Ikpeazu Uchechukwu – St. Johnstone FC (Scotland)

Mukwala Steven – Asante Kotoko SC (Ghana)

Bogere James – Masaka Sunshine FC (Tanzania)

Ahimbisibwe Ivan – KCCA FC (Uganda)

Kwikiriza Shafik Nana – KCCA FC (Uganda)

A Blend of Experience and New Blood

The squad reflects Coach Put’s commitment to blending seasoned internationals with emerging talents. Uganda’s foreign-based contingent brings exposure from leagues across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the USA—experience expected to be vital in Morocco.

Local stars from Vipers SC, SC Villa, and KCCA FC add familiar chemistry and stability, essential for team cohesion.

With the AFCON 2025 stage set in Morocco, the Cranes enter this camp with optimism and determination. The 11-day stay will be critical in shaping Uganda’s competitive edge as they chase a historic performance at the tournament.

FUFA and the technical team remain confident that the upcoming trial matches, combined with focused training sessions, will elevate the squad’s readiness.

The nation now looks forward to updates from Casablanca as the Uganda Cranes take the next significant stride in their AFCON 2025 journey.