Infantino Applauds Uganda After They Dominate Mexico to Win Homeless World Cup

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has applauded Uganda’s women’s team after they stunned nine-time champions Mexico 6-0 to lift the Homeless World Cup trophy on Saturday in Oslo, Norway.

Making their first appearance at the tournament in 14 years, Uganda became only the third African nation to claim the women’s crown, following Kenya and South Africa.

Uganda's journey was as inspiring as it was dominant, as they topped Group B with 14 points before overcoming India in the quarterfinals and Romania in the semifinals. The final, however, was their crowning glory.

“This is a historic moment, not just for Uganda, but for Africa and the Homeless World Cup,” Infantino said.

“Uganda’s triumph shows how football can inspire hope, change perceptions, and bring people together.”

Star striker Stella Namisango delivered a hat trick in the final, supported by goals from Eva Nagayi and Jemimah Twesigye.

The squad also featured Josephine Ndagire, Viola Namuddu, Cissy Nakato, Sharifah Kitali, and Shadia Nambasa, many of whom compete in the FUFA Women’s Super League, including several from Makerere University. Their technical brilliance was matched by their sportsmanship, earning them the prestigious FIFPRO Fair Play Award.

The 20th edition of the Homeless World Cup brought together 63 teams from 48 countries, with more than 500 players participating.

Uganda’s women added this triumph to their recent success at the 2025 Africa Women’s Cup in Nairobi, where they successfully defended their 2024 title.

On the men’s side, Egypt also made history by defeating Portugal 4-3 to become the first African men’s team to win the Homeless World Cup.

Since its inception in 1999, the Homeless World Cup has been a platform for empowerment and advocacy, using football to drive social change.