All praise is due to Allah (SWT), the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful.
We are delighted to announce that Medinah Islamic Junior School – Nsangi Katereke, famously known as The Orange, has been officially crowned champions of the 2025 Uganda Qur’an Schools Football Tournament.
Hosted at Abdussalaam Islamic Centre – Mpigi Bboza, this prestigious three-day tournament kicked off on Friday, 4th July 2025, attracting a record number of 24 teams from across the nation—making it the most competitive Qur’an schools edition yet.
In a spirited display of talent, discipline, and determination, our boys ensured last year’s champions did not make a return to the spotlight, as they confidently blazed their path to glory.
📈 THE ORANGE’S PATH TO VICTORY:
Preliminary Rounds
⚽ Medinah Islamic Junior School 6️⃣ – 0️⃣ Kibuli Demonstration School
⚽ Medinah Islamic Junior School 2️⃣ – 0️⃣ Sheika Bin Zaid Primary School
Round of 16
⚽ Medinah Islamic Junior School 4️⃣ – 0️⃣ Bilal Islamic Primary School – Bwaise
Quarterfinals
⚽ Medinah Islamic Junior School 1️⃣ (5) – 1️⃣ (4) Hidayat Islamic Primary School (Penalties)
Semifinals
⚽ Medinah Islamic Junior School 🆚 Rahmah Islamic Primary School (Walkover)
Finals
⚽ Medinah Islamic Junior School 1️⃣ (5) – 1️⃣ (4) Abdussalaam Learning Center (Penalties)
🎉 CROWNED CHAMPIONS – UNDEFEATED RUN!
The Orange lifted the trophy in style—scoring 14 goals and conceding just 2 across six matches. A brilliant combination of technical finesse, tactical discipline, and unshakable spirit.
🙏 APPRECIATION & DUA
We extend our sincere thanks to Almighty Allah for His abundant mercy upon this institution.
“Which of the favors of your Lord will you deny?” (Surah Ar-Rahman, 55:13)
To our dedicated staff, for their spiritual and moral support; our coaches, for their tireless commitment; our players, for their unmatched resilience; our parents, for their patience and unwavering belief; and our fans and well-wishers, for cheering us to the finish line—we are forever grateful.
We pray that Allah (SWT) blesses every hand that contributed to this noble success and grants our young champions prosperity in both their academic and sporting futures. May this be the beginning of even greater milestones, insha’Allah.
The sky is not the limit—it’s only the beginning.
The writer is Al-Hajj Ishakka Mbalirwa Edris, Principal Director
