Uganda’s World Cup hopes dented by Algeria comeback

This was Uganda's first defeat at Namboole since 2014

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Travis Mutyaba celebrates opening the scoring for Uganda. Courtesy/FUFA

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2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier: Uganda 1-2 Algeria

Uganda Cranes surrendered a 1-0 halftime lead to lose 2-1 to Algeria in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match on Monday evening

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