Uganda face Swaziland in U-20 COSAFA Cup clash

Stephen Mukwala of Uganda tackled by Ngosa Sunzu of Zambia during the 2017 COSAFA U20 football match between Zambia and Uganda at Arthur Davis Stadium, Kitwe on 6 December 2017 ©Chris Ricco/BackpagePix

by Austin Ditlhobolo

Thursday Dec 07, 2017. 20:00

Uganda will face off with Swaziland in the 2017 Under-20 COSAFA Cup Group A match at the Arthur Davies Stadium in Kitwe, Zambia on Friday.

Kick-off is at 14h30 CAT.

The Young Cranes are coming off a 2-0 victory over the tournament hosts Zambia in their first Group A match which was played on Wednesday.

Muhammad Shaban scored twice for Uganda, who are placed at the top of the group standings. They are three points above second-placed Malawi.

Meanwhile, Swaziland suffered a 3-2 defeat to Malawi in their first Group A match which was played on Wednesday.

The Young Sihlangu Semnikati's goals were scored by Muzi Tsabedze and Saviola Gamedze.

Swaziland are placed third on the group standings. They are three points behind log leaders Uganda.