Ugandans are set to make history on one of the biggest stages in women’s football. For the first time ever, three Ugandan stars Fazila Ikwaput, Resty Nanziri, and Aminah Nababi will represent the Pearl of Africa in the AFC Women’s Champions League group stages, scheduled to take place in china.
This historic moment marks a giant leap not only for the players, but for Ugandan women’s football as a whole. A Mastermind at the helm Anthony Andrews, Uganda’s rising coaching genius guiding them on this monumental journey is one of the brightest young tacticians in Asian women’s football Anthony Andrews just the beginning of a promising career, Andrews has already built a remarkable resume
✔ League Champion in India
✔ National Team Coach
✔ Highly rated for modern game intelligence
✔ Known for developing African talent abroad
His ability to blend African strength and flair with Asian tactical discipline has earned him widespread respect. Now, he leads a squad powered by Ugandan excellence into Asia’s most competitive women’s club tournament.
Fazila Ikwaput
One of Uganda’s most decorated forwards, Ikwaput brings unmatched experience, goal scoring instinct, and leadership her presence alone elevates any team.
She arrives in China as a proven big stage performer having played in the UEFA Women’s Champions League before she is ready to make her mark once again.
Resty Nanziri
The midfield Magician, crafty, explosive, and technically gifted, Nanziri carries the finesse of a true modern midfielder whether controlling tempo, unlocking defenses, or pressing aggressively, she gives her team the rhythm and intelligence needed at Champions League level.
Aminah Nababi
The warrior attacking mind from midfield, strong, disciplined, fearless Nababi is the backbone every coach dreams of her timing, composure, and reading of the game make her one of her strengths ,together,
The above three trio form a historic Ugandan core destined to shine under the bright Asian lights. The Opening Battle will be Bam Khatoon FC vs East Bengal
The trio’s long awaited debut will come in the tournament’s opening game as East Bengal, under the guidance of Anthony Andrews, take on Bam Khatoon FC, a strong and experienced side in the region. This fixture promises intensity, quality, and history in the making with millions across Asia and Africa watching.