Aucho, Gift Fred set to boost Cranes camp ahead of crucial AFCON qualifier

Aucho in training with the Cranes in Douala Cameroon /FUFA image

AFCON23Q Aucho, Gift Fred set to boost Cranes camp ahead of crucial AFCON qualifier

Peter Tabu • 12:52 - 01.09.2023

Following the arrival of APR FC combative midfielder Taddeo Lwanga, Young African Ugandan duo Khalid Aucho and Gift Fred are expected to be part of the team by Friday evening.

The Uganda Cranes camp continues to get timely boosts with the arrival of foreign-based players as the team continues its preparations for the upcoming final AFCON 2023 qualifier against Niger.

Following the arrival of APR FC combative midfielder Taddeo Lwanga, Young African Ugandan duo Khalid Aucho and Gift Fred are expected to be part of the team by Friday evening.

"Time for the Nation (Uganda Cranes)," Aucho confirmed the development on his official Twitter handle on Friday morning before sharing another development.

"But I got a new video on my YouTube channel, so guys, go watch and remember to Subscribe; let's grow together. Thanks a lot for the support; see you again."

Aucho has featured prominently for his side in all but one, including the 5-1 win over JKT FC, as the Jangweni street-based side recorded a third straight win, scoring 15 goals in the process.

On the other hand, Gift Fred has only made one appearance, coming on as a substitute in his side's 5-2 demolition of Djibouti ASAS in the CAF Confederation preliminary first-round tie.

The Cranes, who played out a 1-1 draw against S.C Villa, are expected to face Wakiso Giants in a second build-up friendly on Friday.

Uganda, who must win their final qualifier, will face Niger on 7th September at the Grand Stadium of Marrakesh in Morocco.

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