Uganda names squad ahead of crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying ties

KAMPALA, Sept. 30 (Xinhua) -- Uganda has named a 26-man squad ahead of two crucial Group G matches in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.

Head coach Paul Put named the team on Tuesday ahead of the matches against Botswana and Algeria.

Uganda Cranes, who are second in Group G with 15 points, are still in contention for a slot at next year's FIFA World Cup, but must ensure they collect several points in the