29 September 2023 | Football

Uganda Premier League | Results

Friday, September 29, 2023

• SC Villa 3-0 NEC FC
• UPDF FC 0-2 Wakiso Giants
• Gaddafi FC 1-2 Kitara FC

SC Villa registered a 3-0 victory against NEC FC in the Uganda Premier League at Muteesa II Stadium, Wankulukuku on Friday.

It was the first victory for the Jogoos who have so far played three games in the 2023/24 campaign.

NEC FC will feel undone for failing to score a single goal in a game they created several chances but also conceded very avoidable goals on the day.

Four minutes into the game, Rashid Okocha made a great run to meet Shamir Kimwero's ball but his cut-back was blocked by Juma Ramathan for a corner.

In the 11th minute, Rogers Kiwanuka set up Umar Lutalo whose low drive shot went past goalkeeper Samson Kirya.

Dusan Stojanovic made a quick change introducing David Owori for injured Kiwanuka.

Four minutes later, Juma Ramathan was also forced off the field of play due to an injury and Patrick Kakande came on.

Ten minutes later, Kakande laid a lofted cross that John Paul Acire turned into his net.

With five minutes left on the clock, Norman Angufidru made a stunning save, punching out Ibrahim Thembo's powerful shot.

As the end of the first half was looming, the lanky defender Arnold Odong jumped highest to node home.

Ivan Bogere had two clear-cut chances in the second half but failed to convert any.

Kakande pegged NEC’s backline in trouble as they struggled to match his quick feet.

The victory takes VIlla to five points while NEC remains at six.

How they lined up

SC Villa XI: Norman Angufindru (GK), Kenneth Semakula, Arnold Odong, Peter Onzima, Elvis Ngonde, Ivan Bogere, Umar Lutalo, Gavin Kizito, Rogers Kiwanuka, Diego Semugera, Juma Ramathan

NEC FC XI: Samson Kiirya (GK), Marvin Kavuma, Tah Barni Kelvin, Ibrahim Thembo, Allan Mugalu, Shamir Kimwero, DhataJoseph, John Paul Acire, Brian Kayanja, Rashid Okocha, Ronald Owiny

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