Sports 12 November 2026 Daily Monitor (Uganda)

Paul Put Seeks Stability for Uganda Cranes Ahead of Afcon 2027 Qualifiers

With Uganda's spot at Afcon 2027 already secured, national team coach Paul Put is utilizing the upcoming Botswana double-header to build a settled and cohesive squad. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/sports/soccer/put-seeks-a-settled-cranes-5669052

As Uganda prepares for its upcoming fixtures, national football team coach Paul Put is shifting his primary focus toward establishing long-term tactical stability. Having already secured qualification for the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) 2027, the technical team views the immediate schedule not as a stressful hurdle, but as a valuable developmental window.

The upcoming double-header against Botswana provides the perfect backdrop for experimentation blended with structural continuity. Put is keen to use these high-level competitive matches to test new combinations, integrate fresh talent, and solidify the core framework of the Uganda Cranes.

Building a settled national team requires consistent playing time and strategic evaluation. Supporters and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how the Belgian tactician manages player rotation and tactical discipline during these encounters.

Ultimately, the goal is to forge a resilient side capable of competing at the highest continental level when the tournament arrives. These fixtures mark a crucial stepping stone in the journey toward a formidable and well-prepared Ugandan squad.

For more details on the team’s preparations, read the original report on Daily Monitor.