Uganda’s Under-20 national team coach Laryea Kingston has selected his squad for the 2026 CECAFA Zonal Qualifiers, which are scheduled to take place in Tanzania, according to Africa Top Sports.
The announcement, made public on Saturday, August 22, 2026, confirms the roster that will represent Uganda in the regional qualifying tournament. Africa Top Sports reported the squad naming but did not provide further details on the specific players included or the exact dates of the competition.
The CECAFA Zonal Qualifiers serve as a pathway for East African nations to advance toward continental youth competitions. Uganda’s participation under Kingston, who took charge of the U20 side, signals the team’s intent to compete strongly in the regional bracket. The qualifiers are part of the broader 2026 cycle for African youth football, with Tanzania hosting the event.
Kingston’s selection process likely involved assessing domestic youth talent, though no individual call-ups or positional breakdowns were disclosed in the available report. The coach’s squad choice will be tested against other CECAFA member nations in Tanzania, where home advantage could play a role for the hosts.
What to watch next: The full squad list and match schedule are expected to emerge as the qualifiers approach, offering a clearer picture of Uganda’s preparations for the tournament.
