By Mark Kawalya
Fantasy football has grown in popularity in Uganda, providing fans with a unique opportunity to engage with the Premier League in a more analytical and engaging way. Fans are able to establish their own teams, make predictions, and actively be a part of the competition, developing a stronger connection to the game of football.
After downloading the app, users can select their favorite club and receive regular news, information, and updates about the team, boosting their overall experience. The app is also a gateway to vast game information such as video content, including training sessions, immersing users deeper in the dynamic world of the Premier League. One of the attractions of fantasy football is the opportunity to win rewards depending on the performance of one’s players and the clout that comes from mastering the game. The FPL has become a recreational tool that is woven into the fabric of Uganda’s Premier league fanbase.
According to Collins Ahimbisibwe who has been active on the FPL for one year, the site is a vital component that offers a means of unwinding after a busy day at work. “The FPL allows me to be a part of the Premier League in a way that was not possible before. It allows me to connect with fellow FPL enthusiasts.” He says.
Users create their squads armed with a £100 million budget. One’s performance is pegged to the number of points won by these players. The platform also offers bragging rights to FPL players because winners are publicly acknowledged. Prizes range from live Premier League match tickets with paid expenses, laptop computers, official premier League footballs, play stations, and jerseys. With over 11 million players worldwide, the FPL has grown from a simple pastime to a sensation that has become mainstream over time.
The Premier League’s large fanbase in Uganda, its well-organized nature and the fact that it is conducted in English, have all contributed to the popularity of fantasy football in Uganda. The high smartphone ownership rate among the Uganda’s premier league demographic has further fueled the growth of the sport.
