Uganda deservedly won the CECAFA U17 with a winning streak of four games.
The CECAFA U17 tournament, which has been taking place in Rwanda for days in Rubavu district, concluded today Tuesday, 22nd December 2020.
Uganda’s U-17 achieved victory after defeating their neighbors Tanzanian 3-1 thanks to a powerful header from Soltilo Bright Stars lad Ivan Irinimbabazi in the 63rd minute followed by an extraordinary strike from the left-footed Travis Mutyaba in the 80th minute of the game. Travis was later named the tournament’s best player.
Ugandan defender, Vincent Mulema scored an own goal before Tanzanian defender put down Ugandan maestro Travis Mutyaba in the box, then Ibrahim Juma converted a spot-kick to make it 3-1
Coach Hamuza Lutalo’s team reached the final without conceding a single goal, scoring nine goals including six from one player, striker Oscar Mawa. Mawa was so special in this tournament since he scored in every game he played in except the final.
In the first match of the day, Ethiopia took third place after beating Djibouti 5-2
By reaching the final, Uganda Cubs and Serengeti Boys had automatically qualified for U-17 AFCON scheduled next March in Morocco
This emphasizes that these countries have already taken root in the preparation of young players. It is certified that they will also represent the East African region in the AFCON Under-20 scheduled in Mauritania in February 2021.
2020 CECAFA U-17 Awards given
Fair Play: Sylvester Otto–TANZANIA
Best Goalkeeper: Henry Mwebe- UGANDA
Top Scorer: Oscar Mawa –UGANDA
Player of the tournament: Travis Mutyaba -UGANDA
