Sports 12 November 2026 Daily Monitor (Uganda)
Kingston Sets Ambitious Last-16 Target for Uganda Cubs Ahead of Qatar Journey
Following the selection of his final 21-player squad, Uganda Cubs coach Laryea Kingston has outlined a clear goal of reaching the last-16 stage at the upcoming tournament in Qatar. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/sports/soccer/kingston-sets-last-16-benchmark-for-qatar-bound-cubs-5668822
As the Uganda Cubs gear up for their international campaign in Qatar, head coach Laryea Kingston has established a definitive benchmark for his squad. After undergoing the challenging process of narrowing down his talented group to a final 21 players, the tactician is fully focused on making a significant impact on the global stage.
Kingston believes that advancing past the group stages into the last-16 is a realistic and essential target for the young team. The technical team has spent intensive weeks evaluating players, focusing on tactical discipline, physical readiness, and mental resilience to prepare them for the rigorous demands of the tournament.
The selected squad represents some of the finest emerging football talent in the country. With preparations hitting the final stretch, the technical staff is working closely with the players to fine-tune their strategies and build team chemistry ahead of their departure for Qatar.
Fans and stakeholders across the nation are rallying behind the youngsters as they prepare to carry the Ugandan flag high. The journey to the last-16 will undoubtedly test the resolve of the Cubs, but the coaching staff remains confident in the ability of the squad to deliver impressive performances.
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