Uganda referees laud Tomusange

By Norman KatendeFUFA and Ugandan referees have lauded assistant referee Ali Mulumba Tomusange for bearing Uganda’s flag in the just concluded World Cup finals in Korea and Japan.At a press briefing held at Old Kampala SSS yesterday, FUFA secretary Haruna Mawanda and national referees chairman Aggrey Kibenge commended Tomusange for the discipline and hard work which saw him officiate up to the quarterfinals on his debut at the World’s premier soccer showpiece.“Many were sent home but our own was retained until the last match. We thank you for not having ashamed and embarrassed Uganda. Your performance and behavior has made you famous, not only in Africa but also in the whole world,” said Mawanda.Mawanda recommended Ugandan referees, who he referred to as the region’s best who are only let down by the poor football.Kibenge requested Tomusange to keep up his standard since he will be the mirror for other referees.Tomusange appealed to Ugandans for support and requested for forgiveness whenever he commits a mistake while officiating. “I am also human. I am not error prone,” Tomusange said.Ends