AFCON: Uganda's history in the Africa Cup of NationsAFCON: Uganda's record edition by editionUganda boasts a checkered history at the Africa Cup of Nations, marked by early appearances, a remarkable p...
AFCON: Uganda's history in the Africa Cup of Nations
AFCON: Uganda's record edition by edition
Uganda boasts a checkered history at the Africa Cup of Nations, marked by early appearances, a remarkable peak, and long years in the wilderness. Present from the very first edition in 1962, the Cranes quickly found their footing on the continental stage, reaching their zenith in 1978 with a historic final in Ghana—a milestone still vividly remembered in Ugandan football folklore.
After those glory days, the national team endured a seemingly endless drought, missing out on AFCON action for nearly four decades. Their return in 2017 marked a symbolic turning point, even if the results remained modest—save for a Round of 16 appearance in 2019, signaling a new wave of competitiveness.
Now qualified for AFCON 2025, Uganda is determined to cement its place in the tournament and reclaim a more competitive status.
Here’s a summary of Uganda’s AFCON appearances:
- 1962 (Ethiopia): 4th place
- 1968 (Ethiopia): group stage
- 1974 (Egypt): group stage
- 1976 (Ethiopia): group stage
- 1978 (Ghana): finalist
- 2017 (Gabon): group stage
- 2019 (Egypt): round of 16
- 2025 (Morocco): qualified
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