Uganda are looking to maintain their unbeaten run in the ongoing 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers when they host Botswana on Saturday evening.
The Cranes are top of Group H with four points from their opening two games, while Botswana are in second with two points.
Although Uganda are already guaranteed a place at the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations as co-hosts alongside Kenya and Tanzania, this match still carries significant importance.
Because Uganda are automatically qualified, only the highest-placed team among Botswana, Tunisia and Libya will claim the additional AFCON place from Group H.
Uganda opened their campaign with a 1-1 draw against Tunisia before beating Libya 1-0.
Botswana, meanwhile, drew 2-2 with Libya before another 2-2 draw against Tunisia. The two sides are therefore separated by only two points.
A draw would also represent a useful result away from home, particularly if Botswana can follow it with another positive result when the teams meet again on Tuesday.
The Zebras have scored the most goals in the group (4), though conceding just as many can prove to be their downfall.
Here is our predicted outcome for the match.
What time does Uganda vs Botswana start?
The match kicks off at 7PM E.A.T at Hoima City Stadium
Uganda vs Botswana team news
Denis Onyango remains one of the most recognisable names in the squad, while defenders such as Toby Sibbick, Aziizi Kayondo, Kenneth Semakula, Nathan Asiimwe and Herbert Bockhorn provide international and overseas experience.
In midfield, Uganda have Bobosi Byaruhanga, Allan Oyirwoth, Baba Alhassan and Abdoulaye Sissako.
The attack includes Allan Okello, Travis Mutyaba, Kelvin Boateng, Rogers Mato, Denis Omedi, Frank Ssebufu and Arnold Vula.
Former captain Khalid Aucho announced his retirement from international football in October after 77 caps and 13 years with the national team.
Despite his retirement announcement, he was included in the squad and is expected to receive his official farewell in front of the home supporters.
Tumisang Orebonye is one of the key players to watch for Botswana after scoring twice against Libya.
Uganda vs Botswana head-to-head and current form
Uganda and Botswana have faced one another several times over the years, with their meetings generally being competitive rather than one-sided.
However, Uganda have won all five of the most recent meetings against Botswana.
Current form:
Uganda – DWWDL
Botswana – DDWLL
Uganda vs Botswana previous games
- Botswana 0-1 Uganda (October 9, 2025)
- Uganda 1-0 Botswana (June 7, 2024)
- Botswana 1-2 Uganda (June 4, 2016)
- Uganda 2-0 Botswana (June 13, 2015)
- Botswana 1-3 Uganda (August 30, 2013)
Uganda vs Botswana prediction
Uganda have scored only twice in two games and conceded once. Their matches have generally been tight.
Botswana’s two high-scoring games make the Under 2.5 selection more dangerous, but the Zebras are playing an opponent that has conceded just once in the competition.
However, home advantage gives Uganda a slighte edge in the contest.
Prediction – Uganda to win or draw (1X) – PLACE YOUR BET ON THIS GAME HERE!