Ugandans have every reason to be optimistic about qualification for the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations, after yesterday's final draw pitted The Cranes against a familiar foe, writes John Vianney Nsimbe.
On paper, it could have been better or worse, but in the end, The Cranes seem to have settled for the middle ground. The Zambians are not only the defending champions, they are also the favourites to progress. But history suggests otherwise. Besides, Uganda also has the advantage of hosting the second leg at Namboole.
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