Sports 5 November 2026 Daily Monitor (Uganda)

Uganda Cubs Give Coach Kingston Selection Dilemma Ahead of Qatar

National U-17 side Uganda Cubs have given coach Brian Kingston plenty to think about regarding his final squad selection for the upcoming tournament in Qatar. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/sports/soccer/cubs-give-kingston-selection-headache-ahead-of-qatar-5659924

As preparations ramp up for the upcoming international assignment in Qatar, the Uganda Cubs have certainly given head coach Brian Kingston a significant selection headache.

During a recent preparatory match against NEC, Kingston opted to field two completely different teams across the halves of the game. This tactical approach allowed the technical staff to observe a wide pool of young talent under competitive match conditions.

The experimental lineups provided both thrilling moments and valuable insights into the depth of the squad. With players stepping up and showcasing their readiness to represent the nation on the global stage, narrowing down the final roster has become an increasingly difficult task for the coaching staff.

As the tournament draws closer, the competition for starting spots within the Cubs camp remains fierce. Coach Kingston will need to carefully evaluate every performance from these trial matches to assemble the most balanced and competitive squad possible for the trip to Qatar.