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U17 World Cup: Tanzania lodges appeal, claims Uganda fielded over-age players

Tanzania women's U17 team have accused rivals Uganda of fielding over-age players during their World Cup U17 qualifying match played in Kampala on Saturday.

Uganda took advantage of the home venue to beat the visitors 5-0 and turn the tables against a side who headed into the game with a 2-1 win advantage registered in the first leg clash at the National Stadium in Dar es Salaam two weeks ago.

They progress to the next round was secured following a five-star performance thanks to goals from Margaret Kunihira, Fauzia Najjemba, Grace Aluka and a brace from captain Juliet Nalukenge.