Uganda Premier League | Results

Tuesday, October 31, 2023

• BUL FC 1-0 URA FC

Alex Kitata scored the only goal as BUL FC gathered maximum points against URA FC for their sixth straight league win.

BUL FC registered a 1-0 narrow victory against the Tax Collectors in the Uganda Premier League clash played at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru on Tuesday evening.

After playing to a goalless and closely contested first half, Kitata got his name on the scoreboard five minutes into the second stanza of the game.

The Tax Collectors will feel undone for the many chances that were put to waste since the game was separated a a narrow margin.

The first chance of the game landed to Emmanuel Oketch but his effort from range was palmed away by BUL custodian Tom Ikara.

Seven minutes later, the home side came close through Martin Aprem who forced Denis Otim into a finger-tipped save.

Joseph Semujju was left with only a keeper to beat but Ikara stood big and firm in the goal to keep the home side in the game.

The 45 minutes came to an end after a busy first half but no side had seen the back of the net.

Kitata found himself in the right position to tap home after a miscommunication from Otim and defender Hudu Mulikyi on 50 minutes.

In the 64th minute, URA FC brought Ikara into action through Joshua Lubwama’s freekick but the custodian was equal to the challenge.

With 14 minutes left on the clock, Ivan Ahimbisibwe’s effort went wide by inches after being set up by Moses Aliro. It was a big chance for URA to level matters but they were so unlucky on the day.

The victory keeps the Oil makers on top of the log with 18 points while URA FC are sixth with nine points.

Uganda Premier League

Tuesday, October 31, 2023

• Arua Hill SC 1-1 KCCA FC
• Mbarara City 1-1 Bright Stars
• BUL FC 1-0 URA FC

The winless run for the two sides continues as they played to a one-all draw in the Uganda Premier League at Paridi Stadium in Adjumani on Tuesday.

KCCA FC and Arua Hill SC came into the game without a point having lost all the earlier five games in the ongoing campaign.

The hosts nearly took the lead through Ibrahim Musa but his header bounced off the frame after connecting well with Wahab Gadafi’s corner kick on 10 minutes.

Five minutes later, Gadafi finally placed the hosts in the driving seat with a cool touch after he found himself in the right place to perfectly connect to John Rogers’ cutback.

KCCA FC made an early change calling off Mustafa Kizza who was replaced by James Mubezi.

Arua Hill SC goalkeeper Richard Anyama produced a brilliant save to deny Shaban Muhammad’s dropping header halfway into the period.

As the game grew, the hosts preferred to sit back and also run down the clock as they kept their lead safe from reach.

At the stroke of halftime, Obenchan rose highest among a forest of bodies and flicked the ball past Anyama to restore parity.

Four minutes past the hour mark, Jackson Magera introduced Abu Mayanja and Dominic Ayella to replace Shaban Muhammad and Emmanuel Loki.

With eight minutes to play, KCCA were reduced to 10 men as Peter Magambo was shown matching orders receiving the second booking.

In the final minute of the game, Joao Gabriel’s lofted effort was nodded away as Dominic Ayella was waiting to tap into the empty net at the far post.

The hosts responded on the other side with a quick transition but Obenchan made a timely clearance to put away Regan Mpadde’s dangerous delivery.

How they lined up

Arua Hill SC XI

Richard Anyama (GK), Wahab Gadafi, Nelson Mandela, Ibrahim Musa, Geriga Atendele, Musa Ssali, Nathan Oloro, Ibrahim Orit, John Rogers, Kerepi Jafar, Brian Omirambe

KCCA FC XI

Anthony Emojong (GK), Filbert Obenchan, Mustafa Mujuzi, Saidi Mayanja, Emmanuel Loki, Muhammad Shaban, Katenga Etienne, Mustafa Kizza, Peter Magambo, Ashraf Mugume, Usama Arafat

Uganda Premier League

• Tuesday, October 31, 2023
• Vipers SC vs Wakiso Giants

Vipers SC are out to keep their unbeaten run alive against Wakiso Giants in the Uganda Premier League at St Mary’s Stadium, Kitende on Tuesday.

Vipers SC have had mixed results registering three victories and two draws. While Wakiso Giants have suffered three losses, drawn once and also won once.

The 2-0 victory against Bright Stars put an end to a two-game win-less for Vipers. That creates confidence and enthusiasm for the hosts who will be playing under floodlights.

On the other hand, Wakiso Giants will be out to end Vipers’ dominance in the fixture. A number of Wakiso Giants’ players have formerly played at Kitende and will have a reason to prove their worth.

Right back Grant Matsiko will be in the spotlight having switched camps from Wakiso Giants to Kitende in the previous transfer window.

Head to head

Since 2019, the two sides have met on nine occasions. The Venoms have won thrice and shared spoils seven times.

Last season, the two games between the two teams ended in two stalemates. At Kitende, it ended goalless while at Kabaka Kyabaggu they played a one-all draw.

Uganda Premier League | Fixtures

Tuesday, October 31, 2023

• Arua Hill SC vs KCCA FC – 4 PM
• BUL FC vs URA FC – 4 PM
• Mbarara City vs Bright Stars – 4 PM
• Vipers SC vs Wakiso Giants – 7 PM

KCCA FC will be determined to secure maximum points in the clash against Arua Hill SC at Paridi Stadium on Matchday Six of the Uganda Premier League.

The Kasasiro Boys are without a point in the five games played so far and languishing in the drop zone.

The poor start to the campaign has caused a lot of questions at the club, leading to the sacking of gaffer Sergio Traguil and this will be the second game under interim head coach Jackson Magera.

However, Arua Hill SC has equally found a hard time to impress after losing all five opening games of the season.

In a pre-match conference, Magera revealed that the boys are ready to take the team out of the hard time they have found themselves in.

“The camp is fantastic, the boys are ready to go onto the pitch and play.

“The game is not going to be easy because Arua Hill is in the same situation as us but we came here knowing the threat ahead of us. If the boys follow the plan it is very easy for us to get the game onto our side,” he said.

Head to head

KCCA last registered a league win away to Arua Hill in 2021 thanks to Davis Kasirye’s goal. In the other three times that the two sides have met in the league, KCCA FC has won once and Arua Hill has picked a victory, drawing in the other clash.

Team News

KCCA will miss the services of Julius Poloto (muscle injury), Faisal Wabyona (malaria), Haruna Lukwago (malaria) and Gui Cungulo (knee injury) who are still in the sickbay.

The stage is set for the 2023 MTN Masaza Cup Quarterfinals following the conclusion of the group stages over the weekend.

At Kyabazinga Stadium in Bugembe, Butembe and Buzaaya played to a goalless draw, securing their spots in the quarterfinals.

Buzaaya, with eight points, topped the group finishing three points ahead of the second-placed Butembe.

In the aftermath of the game, Mike Mugweri, Buzaaya’s assistant coach said: “We came into this game with a plan of playing for a draw as this really paid off as we head into the quarterfinals.

“We came to play for a draw to keep our team in the right shape ahead of the match against Kigulu. At this moment, we don’t fear any opponent.”

On the other hand, Butembe’s head coach, Afan Ikoba, expressed confidence in his squad. despite going three matches without scoring.

“We might have struggled for goals in the group stages, but fans should not underestimate us. We are capable of playing a more entertaining game against any side in the tournament,” said Ikoba. “We have struggled in the group stages, but we hope not to disappoint our doubters come the quarterfinals,” he added.

The quarterfinal picture is now complete and will be played on Friday, November 10 and the subsequent day.

Quarter-Final Matches:

Friday, November 10

• Bugweri vs. Butembe
• Bugabula vs. Bukooli Namayingo

Saturday, November 11

• Buzaaya vs. Kigulu
• Busiki vs. Bunha

After five games into the 2023/24 Uganda Premier League campaign, the first league awards are here for grabs.

The awards are set to recognise who the Best Coach and Player were in the Months of September and October.

However, Kitara FC and BUL FC have the highest number of nomination thanks to the perfect run staged thus far. Both teams have a duo representation in the forthcoming awards.

The coaches nominated are Kitara FC’s Brian Ssenyondo, BUL FC’s Abbey Bogere Kikomeko and NEC FC’s Hussein Mbalangu.

While the player’s list has Maroons FC’s Fred Amaku, BUL FC’s Alex Kitata and Kitara FC‘s Denis Omedi.

Acording to the UPL website, all the three players have scored three goals though Kitara claims Omedi has scored four.

Kitata has created two scoring options and also taken home the man of the match accolade in the game they beat Maroons 3-0.

Also, Amaku has been named man of the match twice in the game they beat KCCA 2-1 and the one-all draw against SC Villa.

Kitara leads the log with 15 points, they are followed by BUL FC with equal points but with a goal less.

The UPL secretariat will later confirm when and where the awards will be held. 

Uganda’s Premier League side Express FC has distanced itself from the acts of hooliganism that occurred on Friday, October 27.

After a one-all draw against UPDF FC at Bombo Barracks Grounds in Luweero, Express fans allegedly attacked assistant referee Fahad Sekayiba.

Shortly after the tragic occurrence, the Red Eagles issued a statement stressing that they were not involved in any type of hooliganism.

“Express FC is deeply saddened by the alleged attack on referee Fahad Sekayiba after the match against UPDF FC,” Express’ revealed.

“The club disassociates itself from any form of hooligan behaviour and condemns any act of violence in the strongest possible term.

“The club is aware that the alleged attack took place on the referee’s way home and is not affiliated with the club in any way,” it added.

”Express FC is committed to providing a safe and enjoyable environment to fans, players, and officials, and violence has no place in football.

“The club sympathises with Fahad and wishes him a quick recovery. The club will work closely with FUFA and the police to investigate this incident and bring the perpetrators to justice if called upon.

”We continue to seek any information that would assist us in identifying the individuals involved.”

Hooliganism acts have been a great challenge to the sport of football and all stakeholders should put their hands together to kick it out fully.

Express FC is positioned fifth with 11 points collected from five points in the ongoing Uganda Premier League.

The clash between Express FC and SC Villa has been called off according to a statement released by FUFA.

This comes shortly after a sad incident where Fahad Ssekayiba, an assistant referee, was attacked by reported Express FC fans.

The acts of hooliganism were staged after the one-all draw between UPDF and Express FC at Bombo Barracks Grounds on Friday.

According to the statement by FUFA, they have suspended all games involving Express FC until further notice.

“The FUFA Executive Committee has suspended all matches involving Express FC with immediate effect until an amicable solution on the safety and security of referees is found,” the statement partly reads.

“Following the ugly scenes of the Uganda Premier League match against UPDF on (Friday, October 27) in Bombo,” it continues.

“Express shall be required to cooperate with investigations by FUFA and the authorities to identify the culprits alleged to have assaulted the referee after the game.”

The scenario is the same as last season when SC Villa fans allegedly attacked referees with the Wakiso Giants doctor. The Jogoo played a number of home games in Lira away from home.

Express has come out to distance itself from the ugly scenes and promise to cooperate throughout the investigation.

The Red Eagles have started off with a fair run collecting 11 points from five games. The last thing they would want to see is their results chopped due to the ugly incident.

Uganda Premier League

• Bright Stars 0-2 Vipers SC
• Maroons 1-1 URA FC
• UPDF FC 1-1 Express FC

Lanky defender Bright Vuni scored late as UPDF FC shared spoils with Express FC in a one-all draw.

In a game played at the Bombo Barracks Grounds, as Express was celebrating the fourth win of the season, UPDF equalized late to share points on the day.

The draw put to end Express’ winning run that had lasted three games against Busoga United (2-0), KCCA FC (2-1) and Bright Stars (1-0).

Isma Kawawulo nodded the ball into the back of the net as it went in. 

But from that point onwards the home side dominated the early proceedings of the game but could not go past a well-organised backline of Express FC.

The visitors’ custodian Abdul Kimera denied Faridi Rashid and Christoper Tebandeke who came so close to finding the back of the net.

The best chance of the second stanza fell to UPDF’s Gerald Kimuli but his went above the frame with the goalkeeper left to beat.

In the 80th minute, Vuni restored parity with a header that was hugely contested by the visitors.

Express are now fifth with 11 points while UPDF are 14th with only two points after going five games into the 2023/24 campaign.

Uganda Premier League

• Bright Stars 0-2 Vipers SC
• Maroons 1-1 URA FC
• UPDF FC 1-1 Express FC

Vipers SC returned to winning ways with a comfortable 2-0 victory against Bright Stars in the Uganda Premier League affair on Friday evening.

In a game played at Kavumba Recreational Ground, Karim Watambala and Bright Anukani’s goals gave the visiting side maximum points on the day.

The Venoms had registered back-to-back stalemates against Mbarara City (0-0) and SC Villa (1-1) but the victory created a fresh breath for the Kitende-based side.

Watambala came close to giving Vipers a lead through a freekick but his effort bounced off the frame halfway the first period.

Five minutes into the second stanza, Watambala finally gave Vipers the lead. His hard low shot deflected off Andy Kyambadde and Bright Stars’ custodian Derrick Were was left totally beaten.

Anukani later doubled the lead after four minutes thanks to a darling team build-up. Eric Kambale released on running Abdu Lumala whose cut back was guided home by Anukani with the chest.

Ekbad Muhammad missed a glorious chance to make the score 3-0. Yunus Sentamu set up the Mauritanian forward but Ekbad skied the ball with only a goalkeeper to beat.

Late in the game, Jack Komakech denied Bright Stars a consolation goal after the youthful custodian palmed away Sam Senyonjo’s curling effort.

The victory takes Vipers to the fourth position with 11 points while Bright Stars are 13th with two points gathered in five games.