FUFA president Magogo credits Infantino era for accelerating Ugandan football growth

The President of the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA), Moses Magogo, has praised FIFA President Gianni Infantino for what he described as a decade of transformative leadership that has significantly boosted football development in Uganda.

As Infantino marks ten years at the helm of FIFA, Magogo said the anniversary goes beyond personal accolades, instead reflecting tangible progress felt across member associations, including Uganda.

“Celebrating ten years of President Gianni Infantino is also celebrating a FIFA that truly works for its members,” Magogo said, noting that federations like FUFA have been direct beneficiaries of FIFA’s reform-driven agenda.

Central to that impact, according to Magogo, has been the FIFA Forward programme, which has fueled infrastructure expansion within Federation of Uganda Football Associations. He revealed that the initiative enabled FUFA to expand its headquarters by adding an extra floor, while also acquiring additional office space to cater for a growing workforce.

Infrastructure gains have extended beyond administration. Magogo highlighted progress at FUFA Stadium Kadiba, which is already hosting international fixtures for junior and women’s national teams, marking a key step toward strengthening Uganda’s hosting capacity.

Beyond bricks and mortar, Magogo pointed to strides made in technical development. Through FIFA’s Talent Development Scheme, Uganda has improved talent identification systems and enhanced coach education.

He also emphasized growth in women’s football, citing continued support to the FUFA Women Super League, the distribution of medical equipment to all 12 clubs, and the game’s expansion into districts such as Yumbe and Maracha.

Grassroots football has also widened its footprint. Magogo revealed that structured school football now reaches 362 schools nationwide, a development he believes will secure a stronger pipeline of talent for the future.

On the international front, he referenced Uganda’s breakthrough at the expanded FIFA Under-17 World Cup, where the national team qualified for the tournament for the first time, advanced to the Round of 16, and famously defeated France. Magogo said the exposure has already begun creating opportunities for young Ugandan players in Europe.

He further welcomed FIFA’s decision to make the Under-17 World Cup an annual competition, calling it a bold move that will accelerate global football development.

Concluding his message, Magogo expressed gratitude to FIFA and its president, saying the federation remains optimistic that Infantino’s vision will continue to make football more inclusive and truly global.

“For us, it is simply to say thank you to FIFA and to President Gianni Infantino for believing in member associations and helping football grow everywhere,” he said.

Ten years of football greatness under FIFA President Gianni Infantino.

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— FUFA (@OfficialFUFA) February 25, 2026