ISTANBUL
The Uganda U16 Women’s team registered its first victory at the UEFA Friendship Tournament held in Istanbul, Turkey, triumphing over Botswana with a 3-2 victory in a classification match played on Thursday.
Isabella Blick, Shadia Nabirye, and substitute Angel Ainembabazi scoree a goal each, propelling Uganda to victory and helping the team to a commendable 7th place finish.
Despite a challenging start in the group stages, where they suffered defeats against formidable opponents, including Paraguay (7-0), China (4-1), and Wales (1-0), the team showcased resilience and determination, culminating in a well-deserved triumph against Botswana.
In recognition of their achievement, both Uganda and Botswana were honored with medals by the tournament organizers, highlighting the spirit of camaraderie and sportsmanship.
