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Uganda Premier League side Rogers Mato has confirmed the departure of Rogers Mato.

The transfer comes after Mato had spent two years as a Kasiro Boy after switching from Proline FC on a four-year employment contract.

With two years left on the ongoing contract, Mato has already joined the Turkish second-division side Sanliurfa Spor Kulubu.

The development has been made public via the club’s official website on Sunday, August 13, 2023.

“KCCA FC and Turkish side Sanliurfa Spor Kulubu have agreed for the transfer of Mato,” the statement partly read.

“Everyone at the club thanks Rogers Mato Kassim for the memories over the years and wishes him the best at his new club,” it added.

In the 2022/23 season, Mato had 11 and four assists making his their best player in a season they missed out on lifting the title due to a lesser goal difference.

The club only confirmed the transfer deal but hardly disclosed the other details that were agreed upon for the transfer to take place.

KCCA have started a new life under the tutelage of Portuguese Sergio Trangu and has already ousted Wakiso Giants in the FUFA Super 8 quarterfinals.

They are set to play URA FC in the Semifinals at MTN Omond Stadium as to set the ball rolling ahead of the 2023/24 campaign.

Motherwell FC defender Bevis Mugabi is hoping to trace his way back into the Ugandan national team – Uganda Cranes this season.

The 28-year-old defender missed three months of last season after sustaining a knee injury against Celtic, later making only six more appearances.

Mugabi wants to play well for Motherwell, starting against Hibs on Sunday and he wants to impress so that his comeback is smooth.

Mugabi said: “I’ve had a few conversations and funnily enough the manager [Milutin Sredojevic] called me yesterday (Thursday). It was just encouragement, wishing me all the best for the season.

“Uganda is obviously my motherland, I’m sure my family and friends will be very happy if I was to get selected again.

“It’s a huge achievement to be in that type of set-up and it’s something I’ve always cherished.

“Hopefully if I continue to play well and play consistently well for the team then all those accolades come along with that.

“All I can do is focus on my job first and foremost, perform for my club, and if they come calling, they come calling.

“I’m feeling great, compared to last season when it was very stop-and-start, and I just wanted to get a full pre-season under my belt, stay injury-free, and focus on what the gaffer wants from us, and what I want for myself.

“But I got to start the first game of the season, which was a huge positive for myself, and I can only kick on from there.”

Mwenge registered a 2-1 victory against Kyaka County to clinch the 2023 MTN Tooro Masaza Cup Tournament at Buhinga Stadium, Fort Portal on Saturday.

The Chief Guest Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV graced the occasion as the MTN Tooro Masaza Cup climaxed.

The King of Tooro Kingdom arrived after the action had gotten underway but able to walk onto the field of play before second half started.

Defending Champions Kyaka had better control of the game from the start and clearly showed that they are used to the grand stage.

Mwenge South came close in the seventh minute after roving forward Razak Zuberi delivered a lofted cross into the area, but Geofrey Mucunguzi rushed off his line to palm away the effort.

In the 11th minute, the lanky midfielder Wafula Mukasa nodded home a powerful effort past Kyaka’s custodian Mucunguzi to give Mwenge South the lead.

Two minutes later, Kamya Abdul laid in a well-weighed cross and yet again Mukasa pounced on to the ball to double Mwenge’s lead with a bouncing header.

Mwenge South’s fans could not hold their excitement as ran onto the field of play chanting in jubilation for the early lead.

Twelve minutes later, Kyaka got a free kick in a deadly area but Fred Ategeka’s free kick was well collected by Mwenge’s goalkeeper after the ball’s speed reduced due to a deflection.

It was a fairy tale story for Mwenge South to be crowned champions after they failed to get out the groups in the previous edition.

Kyaka increased their pace thus attacking relentlessly as they tried to get back into the game but Mwenge South keep calm and composed through out.

Kyaka found a consolation late through Felix Atwisa but it was not enough for them to defend their title.

The Federation of Uganda Football Association (FUFA) has banned referee George Nkurunziza and player Waiswa Andrew for match manipulation.

On Friday the FUFA Ethics and Disciplinary Committee announced that referee Nkurunziza and Waiswa Andrew, a player with Uganda Premier League side Gaddafi FC were involved in manipulating matches.

The committee revealed that they analysed and evaluated the evidence on file and the defence put forward by Nkurunziza, and found that he was involved in influencing the results of matches for betting purposes in violation of the FUFA Ethics and Disciplinary Code.

“Nkurunziza is hereby banned from taking part in any kind of football-related activity at the national level (administrative, sports or any other) for a period of ten years, as of notification of this decision,” read a statement released on Friday.

Waiswa been banned from taking part in any kind of football-related activity at the national level (administrative, sports or any other) for a period of five years.

Nkurunziza was also banned from taking part in any kind of football-related activity at the national level (administrative, sports or any other) for a period of ten (10) years.

However, the federation has made it clear that the two can only appeal on the grounds of the decision.

Burahya County had to negotiate the lottery of the penalty to finish third in the 2023 MTN Tooro Masaza Cup.

The two sides played to a one-all draw in the normal time (75 minutes) before Burahya went on to register a 5-3 victory in the penalty shootout at Buhinga Stadium, Fort Portal on Saturday.

It was a very physical game and encounter as the two sides played their souls out seeking for the bronze medals the occasion.

Last year Burahya finished fourth and taking home bronze this time round will be a step into the right path going forward.

Mwenge North’s defence had a moment of madness as they played the ball into the area. Burahya were quick to respond and ascended in numbers.

Mwenge’s custodian tried to act quickly hence making a foul but the ball met Ronald Alituha and he placed it into the back of the net to give Burahya the lead.

Mwenge nearly responded on time after Sharif Aruha made a quick run on the right flank but the forward’s effort went across the goal mouth.

Denis Mugabi came close to levelling matters but his volleyed effort was blocked thus leading to Mwenge’s corner kick.

At the end of the 35 minutes (half time), it was Burahya ahead amidst being the second-best team in the game.

Five minutes into the second half, Aruha’s low hard effort found the back of the net to restore parity for Mwenge North.

Amidst trial to take lead from both sides, nothing could separate the two sides after the end of the 75 minutes and the referee sent both sides into a penalty shootout.

Burahya’s penalty spot kicks were converted by Ronald Baguma, Godfrey Tinka, Allan Tutegeki, Mahad Ayiga and Yasin Maliki.

While Mwenge had three penalties converted through Sharif Aruha, Emmanuel Tumuhirwe and Norman Tumusiime before Henry Atugoza missed his take.

Abubaker Mayanja’s brace is everything that KCCA FC needed to knock Wakiso Giants out of the FUFA Super 8 and book a slot in the semifinals.

The Kasasiro registered a 2-0 victory against the Purple Sharks at MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo on Friday.

It was a perfect start for Sergio Traguil’s reign at Lugogo.

The game kicked off with the right momentum as a sizeable crowd turned up to witness the football duel between the two sides.

KCCA’s first clear chance came in the 20th minute as Abubaker Mayanja set up Cungolu Gui though the midfielder’s effort went narrowly wide.

At half an hour mark, KCCA’s captain Julius Poloto was replaced by Ettienne Katenga after the former got injured due to a nasty collision.

Five minutes to end the first stanza, Faisal Wabyona was stretched off after a foul from Marvin Nyanzi and Moses Waiswa was introduced to replace him.

In the 49th minute, the youthful forward Mayanja rose highest to node KCCA into the lead.

The Kasasiro Boys continued to pile pressure onto the Purple Sharks in search of yet another goal.

Ten minutes later, Filbert Obenchan attempted to latch onto a corner kick by Wakiso Giants’ custodian Bashir Ssekagya and made a timely save.

In the 70th minute, Mayanja floated in the air to nod home the second as he continued to write his name on the wall of excellence.

KCCA’s victory means that they will play against URA FC in the semifinals of the continuing tournament while Wakiso Giants are set to face off Bright Stars in the classification game.

How they lined up

KCCA FC XI: Antony Emojong (Gk), Haruna Lukwago, Herbert Achayi, Filbert Obenchan, Peter Magambo, Faisal Wabyona, Julius Poloto, Cungolu Gui, Saidi Mayanja, Abu Mayanja, Usama Arafat

Wakiso Giants XI: Bashir Ssekagya (Gk), Paul Willa, George Kaddu, Apollo Kagogwe, Arinda Ambrose, Rahmat Senfuka, Tom Matsiko, Mikdad Ssenyonga, Marvin Nyanzi, Hassan Ssenyonjo, Samson Kigozi

URA FC fought from a goal down to register a 2-1 victory against Brights Stars in the quarterfinals of the FUFA Super 8 at Metha Stadium, Lugazi on Friday.

The new signing Moses Aliro scored a brace in the colourful debut for the Tax Collectors.

The hosts nearly took the lead in the opening minute after Joseph Ssemujju made a quick run on the left but his effort went about the frame narrowly.

In the fifth minute, Bright Stars took the through Noordin Bunjo’s finish from a close range.

Ashraf Mulindi’s cut-back cross from the right went through a forest of legs before it met unmarked Bunjo and the pin-sized midfielder made no mistake from that point.

The tax collectors later levelled matters through debutant Moses Aliro who kept knocking on the door in the earlier minutes.

To find the back of the net, Aliro was sent up by Ssemujju through a darling through a defence-splitting pass.

In the 75th minute, Hudu Mulikyi tapped home Ssemujju’s cross but the assistant referee flagged him offside.

Three minutes later, Aliro finally registered a brace to give the hosts a well-deserved lead with a simple finish.

The forward capitalised on a loose ball after a brilliant flick from Norman Namanya.

With a minute to the top of the hour, Derrick Kiggundu witnessed his venomous shot bounce off the frame failing to square the game.

How they lined up

URA FC XI: Denis Otim (Gk), James Begisa, Eric Ssenjobe, Hudu Mulikyi, Fesali Najib, Joshua Lubwama, Moses Aliro, Ibrahim Wamanah, Laban Tibita, Sharif Kimbowa, Joseph Ssemujju

Bright Stars XI: Derrick Were (Gk), Tumwine Godwin, Denis Omony, Warren Buule, Gideon Etou, Derrick Kiggundu, Mathias Okwalinga, Noordin Bunjo, Ashraf Mulindi, Sam Senyonjo, Innocent Kitimbo

SC Villa registered a narrow 2-1 victory in the FUFA Super 8 quarterfinals at Muteesa II Stadium, Wankulukuku on Thursday.

SC Villa started with the most required pace committing several bodies in search of an opener right away.

In the 12th minute, Hakim Mutebi found the back of the net hence putting the home side ahead and the fans responded with drums and chants.

With a minute to hit the half-hour mark, Maroons levelled matters with a fine finish through Hadadi Kambugu to get back into the game.

From that point onward, Maroons got charge of the game forcing the hosts to get on the back fit but the score kept intact until the break.

At the start of the second stanza, SC Villa made an instant change introducing Ivan Bogere for Abas Kyeyune.

In the second half, Villa got better making well-crafted runs thus taking control of the game.

Seven minutes past half an hour mark, Denis Ojara turned up in the most required moment forcing the ball into this regaining Villa’s lead.

The victory for SC Villa takes the Jogoo to the semifinals where they will play against BUL FC that earlier edged Vipers in a 1-0 victory.

The tournament will continue tomorrow as URA FC take on Bright Stars at Metha Stadium, Lugazi while KCCA will lock horns with Wakiso Giants.

BUL FC squeezed a 1-0 victory against Vipers SC in the FUFA Super 8 quarterfinals at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru on Thursday.

Samuel Ssekamatte’s second-half strike from the spot was the difference between the two sides on the day.

In the 19th minute, Fumador Asiwome placed the ball into the net but the joy was short-lived since it was cancelled sighting an offside.

David Bagoole’s rebound landed onto Milton Karisa’s feet but the captain’s resultant effort went direct into Tom Ikara’s hands.

Samuel Ssekamatte came close through powerful efforts from a distance but his anticipation hardly paid off in the first stanza.

At the start of the second half, Vipers’ coach Leonard Neiva introduced Rodriguez Giancarlo and Karim Watambala for Asiwome and Bagoole.

In the 47th minute, Livingstone Mulondo fouled Reagan Kalyowa in the dangerous area and BUL FC were given a penalty.

Ssekamatte stepped up and converted from the spot to give the hosts the lead.

Six minutes later BUL forced Mutombora into a double save denying Kalyowa and Martin Aprem from close range.

Vipers made another change bringing on Abdul Lumala to replace Siraje Sentamu as they searched for an equaliser.

Giancarlo later set up Yunus but the forward’s attempt went way and wide giving away a cut clear chance.

BUL’s victory takes them into the semifinals of the ongoing tournament while Vipers will play Maroons FC in the classification games.

How they lined up

Vipers SC XI: Fabien Mutombora (Gk), Ashraf Mandela, Isa Mubiru, Livingstone Mulondo, Hillary Mukundane, Patrick Mbowa, Siraje Sentamu, David Bagoole, Yunus Ssentamu, Fumador Asiwome, Milton Karisa

BUL FC XI: Tom Ikara (Gk), Ronald Otti, Nicholas Mwere, Walter Ochora, Douglas Mugara, George Kasonko, Jeromy Kirya, Pascal Ngobi, Samuel Ssekamatte, Reagan Kalyowa, Martin Aprem

International Club Friendly
Wednesday, August 16, 2023

Uganda Premier League side has set up a friendly game against continental giants and South Africa’s Mamelodi Sundowns.

The two sides will face off in a football masterpiece to be played on Wednesday, August 16, 2023, at Tuks Stadium, Pretoria.

The game will be used to test the firing power in the Vipers’ arsenal ahead of the preliminary round of the CAF Champions League tie.

It will be a perfect test for the Venoms before they play Botswana’s Jwaneng Galaxy four days later at the National Stadium, Gaborone.

But before the game Vipers still have the FUFA Super 8 title to play. They will kick start with BUL FC today at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.

Last season, Vipers SC made it all the way to the CAF Champions League group stages.

But since then alot has changed at the Kitende-based side. Vipers have later on acquired Brazilian gaffer Leonard Martins Neiva as their new head coach.

The target will be going back to the continent and making it to the group stages hence falling into the money bracket.