Travis Mutyaba early goal was not enough as Uganda threw a first half lead to lose 2-1 to visitors Algeria on Monday. Cranes did well in the first half to contain the Desert Foxes but switched off after the break allowing the visitors purposeful dominance and control of the game. Here is how rated the Ugandan lads on the disappointing evening.
Good reaction to catch the ball after Said Benrahma shot hit the base of the post in the first half in which he wasn’t worked. Made a good stop in the second half to keep the Cranes in the game but had nothing to do with both goals conceded. Combative in the first half and appeared comfortable on the ball before his failure to control of the ball initiated the visitors attack that yielded the second goal.
Had a torrid evening against marauding right back Atal and Amoura as well as Bennacer who camped on his side. Several times bailed out by Mato. Read the game well and made some important interceptions but not as elegant as he was against Botswana.
Never assured and was involved in the two goals Uganda conceded. Slipped at the most important time in the build up to the winner. Replaced by Awany after claiming to have got injured.
A little decency with the ball but not with it. Early booking could have damaged his game plan. Overpowered by Algeria’s quality in the middle of the pack but was always willing to receive the ball.
Scored a beautiful goal after stealing possession and tried to create opportunities with his skills. His deci.
