Uganda Ready to Face Zambia in Crucial FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Qualifier

Uganda’s U-20 Women’s Team Heads to Zambia for Must-Win Match

The Uganda U-20 Women’s National Team, known as the Queen Cranes, is set to face Zambia in the decisive return leg of their FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifier this Saturday at Ndola’s Levy Mwanawasa Stadium. After a 1-1 draw in the first leg, the fate of the tie hangs in the balance, making this encounter a must-win for Uganda.

Coach Botes Confident in Squad’s Strength and Resilience

I have named a competitive team and we are confident to get a good result in Zambia. After drawing 1-1 in the first leg, we have tried to correct our mistakes and also improve on the attack. – Uganda head coach Sheryl Botes

Uganda’s head coach, Sheryl Botes, expresses confidence in her squad’s ability to secure a victory on Zambian soil. She emphasizes the importance of collective defense and taking chances in attack to achieve this.

Sylvia Kabene: Teamwork is Key to Qualification

We know it will not be an easy match. But we are determined to work as a team and get a good result to qualify for the next round. – Malta-based professional Sylvia Kabene

Midfielder Sylvia Kabene, who plies her trade in Malta, echoes her coach’s sentiments, stressing the importance of teamwork in securing qualification for the next round.

The Path to the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup 2026

The winner of this tie will advance to face either Ghana or South Africa in the final round of African qualifiers, with a coveted spot in the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup 2026 up for grabs. Africa will be represented by four teams in the 24-team tournament, which will be co-hosted by Poland.

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