Football

Express FC boss Jimmy Kintu cries out over months of unpaid wages

Published

2 months ago

April 9, 2026

Express FC head coach Jimmy Kintu has broken his silence on the dire financial situation at the club, revealing that both players and technical staff have gone several months without receiving their salaries.

In a candid address regarding the state of the seven-time Uganda Premier League champions, Kintu described the current environment as not right and called for urgent intervention to save one of the country’s most storied football institutions.

This came after Express thumped Police 3-1 in a Uganda Premier League game played at Hamz Stadium, Nakivubo on Wednesday evening.

‘This is not charity’

Speaking to Sharon Nakayiwa, Kintu did not hold back, emphasising that while Express FC is a traditional and historical giant of Ugandan football, the prestige of the badge does not pay the bills.

He reminded the club’s leadership and stakeholders that professional football relies on the fulfilment of legal obligations.

“People have contracts and have to be paid. This is not a charity organisation,” Kintu stated. “It is not right… especially for a team like Express FC to be struggling in such a way that players and staff take this long without getting paid.”

A Plea to FUFA

The Red Eagles’ boss took the unusual step of calling upon the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) to step in. Under current club licensing regulations, teams are required to prove financial stability and the ability to meet salary obligations to compete in the top flight.

Kintu believes the governing body must take a closer look at the welfare of those on the ground. He argues that FUFA should take immediate action to overhaul management and restore accountability within the club.

New Express FC head coach Jimmy Kintu Mweru Credit: File Photo

Furthermore, the Federation must address the recurring issue of wage arrears across the league, ensuring that a club’s historical status is always backed by modern professional standards.

Beyond the balance sheets, Kintu highlighted the human cost of the financial crisis. He warned that the mental and physical toll on the squad is becoming unsustainable, as players struggle to provide for their households.

“Unpaid wages are affecting players’ welfare. Many have families and personal responsibilities,” Kintu noted.

He admitted that while the coaching staff is working overtime to keep the team motivated, the off-field distractions are inevitably bleeding onto the pitch.

“Our role as coaches is to get them together so that they can play, even amidst such struggles, so that football can win at the end of the day. But something has to be done seriously.”

Express FC has faced a turbulent few seasons characterised by administrative shifts and fluctuating form. However, Kintu’s public admission marks a significant escalation in the club’s internal struggles.

As the fans look for answers, the pressure now shifts to the Express FC board and FUFA to ensure that the Red Eagles don’t see their wings clipped by financial mismanagement.

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Football

CECAFA U17 Women’s Championship: Teen Cranes obliterate minnows Djibouti for perfect start

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9 hours ago

June 15, 2026

Bryce Mullins

Uganda U17 Women’s Football National Team, the Teen Cranes made a remarkable start to the 2026 CECAFA U17 Women’s Championship after humbling Djibouti on Sunday.

In the game played at Azam Complex in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, the Teen Cranes were ruthless and registered a 13-0 win.

Shadia Nabirye ochestrated the damage on Djibouti, scoring a hat trick on the day.

Justine Ayerango and Immaculate Acen came through with a brace apiece while Lydia Namaseruka, Flavia Yagala, Tracy Nabalanzi, Rashidah Nakalema, Vicky Atyoronimungu and Brenda Nassaka scored a goal each.

Uganda will return to action on Tuesday against Zanzibar before wrapping up Group B business against South Sudan two days later.

The top two teams in each of the two groups will progress to the seminfinals.

The CECAFA U17 Women’s Championship will run up to 23 June 2026 in Tanzania.

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Football

Road to FUFA Big League 2026/27: Amus edge MYDA to take first leg advantage in promotional battle

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1 day ago

June 14, 2026

Elliot Michael

FUFA Big League Promotion Play-offs:

1st Leg Results:

Amus 2-1 MYDA
Black Star 1-1 Buwambo United

Amus Football Club overcame MYDA 2-1 during the first leg of the FUFA Big League promotional play-off played at the Amus college stadium on Saturday, 13th June 2026.

Mudashiri Ijosiga and Davis Busuulwa scored for Amus College in the 29th and 41st minutes respectively.

Jeremiah Otai got the consolation for MYDA that will mean a great deal to play for during the return leg next weekend in Kongunga.

Amus Football Club represents the Eastern region whilst MYDA plays in the North Eastern region.

Meanwhile; the contest between Black Star (Kampala region) and Buwambo United (Buganda region) at the Muteesa II Wankulukuku stadium in Kabowa.

Buwambo United will host the return leg next weekend in Buwambo.

Sunday 14th June 2026

The promotional play-offs continue on Sunday, 14th June 2026 as Mutolere Sports Club takes on Booma Football Club at the Mashaka stadium in Kisoro, South Western Uganda.

Pajule Lions will take on Pakwach Young Stars at the Pajule ground.

Four clubs shall be promoted to the FUFA Big League for the season 2026/27.

This season, four clubs (Mbale Heroes, Nebbi Central, Soltilo Bright Stars and Wakiso Giants) were relegated.

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Football

MultiChoice brings the FIFA World Cup heat closer to Ugandans

Published

2 days ago

June 13, 2026

Kenny Malone

Canada, Mexico and the United States may be hundred miles far away from Uganda but the 2026 FIFA World Cup thrill and feel is evident across Uganda thanks to MultiChoice.

Through their flagship Pay TV channels Dstv and Gotv, football fans are catching live every moment of the global football showpiece. With kickoff times of the games spreading between 10PM – 4AM (Local time), for the love of the beautiful game, Sleep Can Wait.

The FIFA World Cup happens just once every four years and with the coveted tournament taking place, Everything Can Wait.

Across Kampala and beyond, MultiChoice Uganda has made efforts to ensure that everyone feels the FIFA World Cup heat.

At the Wampewo Roundabout, the boot and ball sculpture stands tall, informing the public that all the 104 World Cup games are live on Dstv.

Multichoice has also gone closer to where football is played by branding 25 Artificial Football pitches around Kampala, a constant reminder that the World Cup is happening.

Additionally, Multichoice has embraced the use of Digital-Out-Of-Home (DOOH) screens around Kampala to relay World Cup information, including live scores, results, fixtures etc.

It should be noted that DStv Uganda offers seven main subscription packages, ranging from UGX 17,000 to UGX 320,000 per month, alongside flexible “ka Weekie” 7-day plans and all those options have the FIFA World Cup action.

For the next month, indeed Sleep and Everything Can Wait

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