By Johnson Kanyesige<\/p>\n
The Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) and soccer fans in Uganda are mourning the death of Era Mugisa, FUFA President from 1974 to 1976. According to FUFA Director of Communications Ahmed Marsha, Mugisa died at age 86.<\/p>\n
Mugisa\u2019s tenure will forever be remembered as a defining era in Ugandan football, marked by his successful efforts to host football legend Pel\u00e9 during his visit to Uganda in 1976.<\/p>\n
Mugisa, a trailblazer in the sport, was also the Uganda Cranes\u2019 coach from 1962 to 1964. His leadership was instrumental in fostering football development in the country.<\/p>\n
Under his presidency, FUFA worked to elevate the sport\u2019s profile, culminating in the historic visit of Pel\u00e9, the Brazilian football icon.<\/p>\n
Pel\u00e9\u2019s visit, organized in collaboration with Kenyan football authorities, saw him conduct a football clinic at a packed Nakivubo Stadium and engage with the national team and young talents, leaving an enduring legacy in Ugandan football.<\/p>\n
Mugisa also served as the Head of Sports and Recreation at Makerere University and the CECAFA President. He also served as the President of the Uganda Hockey Association and Secretary General of the Uganda Athletics Federation. At the time of his death, he had just retired as the Head of the Ndejje University Sports Science department.<\/p>\n
In its statement, FUFA lauded Mugisa\u2019s contributions to football, describing him as a \u201cpioneering figure\u201d whose impact continues to inspire future generations.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe FUFA Executive, Delegates, Members of FUFA, Secretariat staff, and the wider football community extend their heartfelt condolences to Mr. Mugisa\u2019s family, friends, and all who were privileged to know him,\u201d the statement read.<\/p>\n
As the football fraternity mourns his loss, Mugisa is remembered for his vision, dedication, and the indelible mark he left on Ugandan football. May his soul rest in eternal peace.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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