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David GOMBE
Emmanuel Mubiru alias Omuyaye Ganja has hailed his son for showcasing his expertise on the worldwide stage whereas representing Uganda Cubs on the 2026 U17 Africa Cup of Nations closing event this month.
Mubiru, who’s a scholar of St Mary’s Boarding College Kitende transformed the decisive penalty in opposition to Ghana that despatched Uganda Cubs to the 2026 FIFA U-17 World Cup.
“I’m pleased that my son is representing the nation on worldwide stage by way of his expertise. I used to be additionally a footballer at Kajjansi Progressive within the early 90s however couldn’t go to this stage like my son as a result of lack of sources. I thank God that my son is doing what I didn’t do throughout my time.” Stated Omuyaye Ganja who’s a comic, musician and radio presenter
FUFA President Moses Magogo additionally praised the teenager’s character and management qualities, recalling how Mubiru was assured whereas addressing his teammates regardless of being one of many youngest members of the squad that represented Uganda on the 2025 international showpiece.
“Typically it isn’t nearly expertise. Typically it’s about character,” Hon. Magogo mentioned.
He additionally recognised Mubiru’s mother and father for supporting the participant’s soccer journey.
Considered one of Mubiru’s coaches Daniel Male at St Mary’s Kitende as soon as praised the teenager for his angle whereas enjoying for the varsity on the colleges championships.
Mubiru and firm will probably be searching for to make extra historical past when Uganda Cubs return to World Cup due in Qater later this 12 months.
