Teen Cranes storm CECAFA U17 final after defeating Kenya 3-0
Uganda’s U17 women’s national football team, the Teen Cranes, have booked a place in the final of the 2026 CECAFA U17 Women’s Championship after defeating Kenya 3-0 in a one-sided semifinal played on Sunday. The Teen Cranes delivered a commanding performance to eliminate their regional rivals and keep alive their hopes of lifting the championship […] The post Teen Cranes storm CECAFA U17 final after defeating Kenya 3-0 appeared first on The Observer Media Ltd.
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Uganda’s U17 women’s national football team, the Teen Cranes, have booked a place in the final of the 2026 CECAFA U17 Women’s Championship after defeating Kenya 3-0 in a one-sided semifinal played on Sunday.
The Teen Cranes delivered a commanding performance to eliminate their regional rivals and keep alive their hopes of lifting the championship title. Shadia Nabirye and Immaculate Acen scored a goal each, while Kenya’s Jael Samiyu added to Uganda’s tally with an own goal.
The victory marked a significant moment for Uganda, which was seeking redemption after Kenya eliminated them from the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers last month.
Head coach Sheryl Botes praised her players for maintaining discipline and executing the game plan effectively against a familiar opponent. Botes said the team had prepared thoroughly for the encounter and was determined to correct the mistakes that proved costly in the World Cup qualifiers.
“The girls showed great character, discipline, and belief. We knew Kenya would be a tough opponent, but the players followed the game plan perfectly and deserved the victory,” Botes said.
She added that reaching the final was a reward for the team’s hard work but emphasized that the focus now shifts to winning the championship. Nabirye expressed delight at helping the team secure a place in the final.
“We wanted this win, and we are happy to have reached the final. Now we must finish the job,” she said.
The result extends Uganda’s impressive campaign in the tournament, with the team displaying both attacking flair and defensive solidity throughout the competition.
The championship is also serving as an important platform for nurturing young female football talent across the CECAFA region. Uganda will now await the winner of the second semifinal between hosts Tanzania and South Sudan to determine their opponents in Tuesday’s final as they seek to add another regional title to their growing achievements in women’s football.
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