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The Uganda Cranes!
The Uganda Cranes are the national football team of Uganda, representing the country in international football competitions. Here are some interesting facts about the team:
Nickname: The Cranes Association: Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) Home stadium: Mandela National Stadium (Nelson Mandela Stadium) in Kampala, Uganda Best finish: Quarterfinals in the 1978 African Cup of Nations Current ranking: 84th in the FIFA World Rankings (as of March 2023)
Some notable players who have represented the Uganda Cranes include:
- Denis Onyango - goalkeeper and captain of the team
- Farouk Miya - forward and top scorer in the team's history
- Geoffrey Massa - forward and former captain of the team
- Hassan Wasswa - midfielder and former captain of the team
- Emmanuel Okwi - forward and current captain of the team
The Uganda Cranes have participated in several international tournaments, including the Africa Cup of Nations, the CECAFA Cup, and the FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Despite not having a rich football history, the team has shown improvement in recent years and has a dedicated fan base in Uganda and beyond.