Sheryl Botes, head coach of Uganda U17 women’s national team, Teen Cranes, exudes confidence in the final squad selected for the upcoming U17 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers against Zambia. The team departed for Lusaka this morning, anticipating a challenging yet decisive encounter.
Coach Botes lauds the team’s preparation, citing a spirited friendly match against the Misingi Soccer Academy U15 Boys team as invaluable. Held at Muteesa II Stadium-Wankulukuku, the match allowed the squad to fine-tune tactics and showcase skills ahead of the qualifiers.
“We’ve had a productive run in our preparations, and I’m impressed with the dedication and progress shown by the players,” Coach Botes stated in an exclusive post-match interview. “Today’s friendly provided a great platform to assess our strengths and areas for improvement. Facing a skilled U15 boys’ team tested our mettle and helped refine our game plan.”
The U17 Women’s National Team, dubbed the Teen Cranes, has diligently trained under Coach Botes’ tutelage for the past nine days at Cranes Paradise Hotel Kisaasi. The upcoming fixtures against Zambia offer Uganda’s young football talent an opportunity to shine on the global stage and advance in the U17 Women’s World Cup.
The journey to Lusaka signifies a pivotal moment for the Teen Cranes as they aim to progress to the next stage of the U17 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers.
Teen Cranes Traveling Squad for Zambia vs. Uganda – U17 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers:
Players:
- Nakiirya Lillian
- Adeke Angella
- Namataka Mariam
- Namirimu Faridah
- Natooro Desire Katisi
- Aujat Dorine
- Babirye Fahima
- Nabukenya Agnes
- Kaluya Bethany Lois Mirembe N.
- Nangendo Esther
- Tamisi Shafiga
- Kainza Joyce
- Nalunkuuma Bushirah Muhammad
- Nambuusi Ritah Anitah
- Kabene Sylivia
- Nabirye Shadia
- Namazzi Vanessa
- Katusiime Charity
Officials:
- Kalema Ronnie
- Mukatabala Paul Nantulya
- Sheryl Ulanda Botes
- Ayiekoh Charles Lukula
- David Ribeiro
- Shawn Robert Bishop
- Nsubuga Allan Magunda
- Kabatalindwa Mable
- Kyasiimire Darlian
- Nakiguba Cissy Gaudensia
- Kivumbi Joel Cornerious Jt At R
- Namusisi Joan
The Teen Cranes will face Zambia in the third round of the qualifiers, with the first leg scheduled for May 12, 2024, at National Heroes Stadium in Lusaka, kickoff at 12:30 pm local time (1:30 pm EAT). The return leg will be played on May 17, 2024, at St. Mary’s Stadium, Kitende.
