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Gaddafi secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Paidha Black Angels in a FUFA Big League clash at Works Grounds, Entebbe, on Thursday.

Davis Kasirye scored the decisive goal, securing maximum points for the home side in front of an energetic crowd.

Paidha Black Angels started brightly, pushing forward in search of an early breakthrough, but Gaddafi’s defence remained resolute.

In the 24th minute, Duncan Sseninde came close to opening the scoring for Gaddafi, but his effort narrowly missed the target.

Later, Jonathan Mbula skillfully beat his markers to set up Thomas Kakaire, only for the visitors to clear the ball off the line just in time.

The breakthrough came in the 68th minute when Kakaire was fouled inside the box, prompting the referee to award a penalty.

Kasirye confidently stepped up and converted from the spot, giving the hosts a crucial lead.

Paidha nearly snatched an equalizer in the dying moments, but a powerful shot struck the frame of the goal, denying them a point.

With this victory, Gaddafi cemented its position at the top of the table with 29 points, while Paidha sits sixth with 16 points from 12 matches.

FUFA Big League | Results

Blacks Power reclaimed the summit of the 15-team FUFA Big League table with a commanding 2-0 home victory over Paidha Black Angels at the Akii Bua Memorial Stadium in Lira City.

Paul Oonyu opened the scoring in the 11th minute, while Nathan Oloro sealed the win with a goal in the 48th minute.

The victory brought Blacks Power’s points tally to 19 from nine matches, placing them one point ahead of Calvary, who have played one game more.

Third-placed Gaddafi did not feature in any matches on the day.

At the Mbale City Stadium, Kataka secured a 2-1 victory over visiting Onduparaka.

Meanwhile, Arua Hill recorded the same scoreline against MYDA at the Pece Stadium in Gulu City.

Busoga United earned their first win of the season with a narrow 1-0 triumph over Ntugasaze at the Kyabazinga Stadium in Bugembe.

On the road, Buhimba United Saints edged past Booma 1-0 at Masindi Municipal Stadium.

Edison Agondeze netted the decisive goal in the 30th minute, capitalizing on Davis Kakaire’s well-placed assist.

Matchday 10 witnessed two goalless draws as Kaaro Karungi held Calvary and Kigezi Homeboyz shared spoils with Kiyinda Boys in Kabale.

FUFA Big League | Results

Paidha Black Angels secured a hard-fought 1-0 win over Kataka FC at the Bar Okoro Stadium in a dramatic FUFA Big League clash.

Opar Jacob’s decisive header in the 94th minute ensured the hosts returned to winning ways after a 2-1 loss to Arua Hill had ended their unbeaten run.

The victory marked Paidha’s third win of the season, propelling them to 6th place on the table with 13 points from eight matches.

Goalkeeper Tonny Kyamera was instrumental in the win, earning his fourth clean sheet of the campaign.

Notably, three of those cleansheets have come at their fortress, Bar Okoro Stadium.

For Kataka FC, the defeat extended their struggles this season. Following a 2-1 loss to Calvary FC at Midigo Ground, this marked their second consecutive loss and fifth overall in nine games. With just two wins and a draw, Kataka languishes in 10th place with 10 points.

Both teams now shift focus to their upcoming fixtures on Sunday, December 8.

Paidha Black Angels will visit Blacks Power at the Akibua Memorial Stadium, while Kataka will host Onduparaka FC at the Mbale Stadium as they seek to bounce back.


FUFA Big League | Results

Arua Hill secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory against Paidha Black Angels in a thrilling Big League encounter held in Gulu on Sunday.

Dickens Kilama and Paul Ssekulima scored the crucial goals for the hosts, while Jamal Sulaiman netted the lone goal for Paidha.

The match attracted a fair crowd, eager to witness an exciting weekend of football.

The game began with high intensity but neither side managed to convert their chances in the first half, which ended goalless.

In the 58th minute, Jamal Sulaiman broke the deadlock, giving the visitors a vital lead and placing them in control.

However, Arua Hill responded swiftly, with Kilama equalizing just minutes later, igniting the crowd and breathing life back into the game.

As the match progressed, Ssekulima sealed the victory for Arua Hill with a decisive goal in the 80th minute.

Despite their efforts, Paidha Black Angels suffered a disappointing defeat, leaving them with questions to ponder as the campaign progresses.

The win lifted Arua Hill to seven points, moving them into 12th place on the table, while Paidha Black Angels remain in sixth with 10 points.

FUFA Big League | Results

Ceaser Okhuti scored two goals as Onduparaka secured a 2-1 victory against MYDA in the FUFA Big League at Greenlight Stadium on Sunday.

The Caterpillars picked maximum points in the fourth game of the 2024-25 campaign.

Onduparaka started the campaign slowly, with a draw and two losses, but this victory brings a fresh attitude to the side.

At the stroke of the first stanza, veteran forward Okhuti broke the deadlock in front of a loud home crowd with a well-curled freekick.

Erick Kamuhanda levelled matters for the visitors in the 68th minute, thus bringing life to the game.

MYDA’s joy lasted for a little while after Okhuti’s goal in the 70th minute reclaimed Onduparaka’s lead.

The victory guides Onduparaka to the eighth position with four points in four games.

On the other hand, MYDA lies at the bottom of the log with one point after playing three games.

How they lined up:

Onduparaka XI: Hamadian Ajida (GK), Rashid Yakin (C), Sabir Simba, Michael Ajiga, Jonathan Mungufeni, Mahad Swaleh, John Rogers Okumu, Jamal Malish, Denis Andama, Ceasar Okhuti, Ezra Bida,

MYDA XI: William Rollings Osikol (GK), Masuudi Kafumbe (C), Rodgers Ssebyondya, Corcas Kaizi, Joel Boke Matua, Erick Kamuhanda, Abraham Alyong, Shafik Wasangwa, Moses Ocoman, Clinton Ochora, Innocent Opira

FUFA Big League | Results

Gaddafi secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Kigezi Homeboys in the FUFA Big League encounter on Sunday, October 13, 2024.

In a game played at the Works Playground, Entebbe Gaddafi finally got off the mark in the second game of the campaign.

Yasin Mugume’s goal secured maximum points for the Entebbe side in front of fairly a big crowd.

Mugume guided the ball into the back of the net in the 18th minute of the closely contested game.

Dan Kazibwe beat several bodies before setting up Mugume, the forward saw off custodian James Tukei before placing the hosts in the driving seat.

Gaddafi suffered a blow as Joel Male was lifted off injured before he was replaced by Duncan Ssemakula.

After the long break, the visitors came out of the dressing room hungry to level matters, but Gaddafi’s backline was equal in measure.

The victory takes Gaddafi to four points to emerge the top slot of the log.

How they lined up

Gaddafi XI: Muhammed Ssekeba (G.K), Joel Male, Simon Namwanja, Savio Kabugo, Brian Enzama, Ahmed Amayo, Yasir Mugume, Tom Kakaire (Captain), Frank Kalanda, Samuel Kawawa, Dan Kazibwe

Kigezi Home Boyz XI: James Tukei (G.K), Joel Ogwang, Karim Ndajisimaana, Kemis Rwothomio, Akiramu Nahabwe, Jerlad Balyegusa, Ashirafu Nkurunungi, Simon Ogama Ngore, Derrick Mudali, Elia Asiimwe, Moses Charles Waibi

FUFA Big League | Sunday, May 19

Police Football Club has secured their ticket back to the Uganda Premier League.

The development was confirmed after a hard-fought 2-1 victory against Onduparaka at Kavumba Recreation Ground on Sunday.

Denis Kalanzi and Steven Kabuye were on target as Police sealed maximum points on the day.

Jaffar Kerepi scored in the third minute to give the visitors an early lead as Police were placed in the chasing park.

Towering forward Kalanzi restored parity in the 43rd minute through a spectacular half-volley to extend the fight to the second stanza.

Kabuye headed the Cops ahead two minutes into the second half after guiding home Kalanzi’s delivery from the far post.

After that moment, the visitors took charge of the game seeking an equaliser to return to the game but also keep their promotion chances alive.

But the Police’s backline stood firm and tall as they held on sticking in the driving seat with a much-needed victory.

Police will now look at winning against Kigezi Homeboyz and Kataka to lift the FUFA Big League title.

FUFA Big League | Results

Lugazi secured a 2-0 victory against Kigezi Homeboyz in the FUFA Big League at Kabale Municipal Stadium on Sunday.

Sam Ssemugugu and Ronald Ssempala were on the target securing maximum points for the visiting side.

The game started on a slow note as the visitors tried to settle into the game against a resilient Kigezi Homeboyz side.

Ssemugugu broke the deadlock in the 30th minute to give the visitors the well-deserved lead in the game.

Before the end of the first stanza, Ssempala doubled the visitors’ lead as the hosts’ backline struggled to tame Lugazi’s quick frontline.

In the second half, Kigezi Homeboyz were the better side as they threw all bodies upfront searching for at least a goal but Lugazi’s backline stood tall.

Kigezi Homeboyz suffered the first loss in their backyard since Kabale Municipal Stadium has been a tough ground to visit.

The victory creates confidence and hopes that Lugazi is edging closer to attaining the ticket to the Uganda Premier League.

Lugazi lies second on the log with 44 points in 24 games while Kigezi Homeboyz is in the ninth position with 33 points.

Next on the menu, Lugazi will face Young Elephants on Sunday, May 19 while Kigezi Homeboyz will be on the road to take on Police on Sunday, May 26

Fufa Big League | Results 

Blacks Power Football Club secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Police Football Club in a Fufa Big League encounter at the Aki Bua Stadium, Lira on Sunday.

The log leader once dropped points on the road after failing to beat Blacks Power’s well-organised backline.

Otim Dante’s first-half strike was enough to award the hosts maximum points in front of the loyal fans.

The victory lifts Blacks Power to sixth place with 37 points in 23 games played thus far.

Even after the loss, Police are still on top of the log with 44 points from 22 games.

Other Matches

At the Greenlight Stadium in Arua, Lugazi fell to Onduparaka in a 1-0 narrow loss.

In the 40th minute, Bernard Ndifuna scored Onduparaka’s lonely strike as they registered maximum points.

It was a painful defeat as Lugazi failed to close the gap on the Police as the are only four points short of the league leaders.

FUFA Big League – Results

Abdul Kalanzi was on target as Lugazi secured a 1-0 victory against Calvary in the FUFA Big League at Lugazi Stadium on Sunday.

It was a hard-fought victory as Lugazi needed a second-half strike to seal the all-important points on the day.

Brian Ssali tried a long-range effort but it sailed wide of the frame in the 12th minute of the game.

Lugazi made a quick change in the 25th minute as the gaffer introduced Alvin Birungi for Derrick Ochen.

Birungi’s introduction brought life into Lugazi’s middle park with quick and following interplays. The attacking midfielder was awarded two free kicks at the edge of the box but none was converted.

Two minutes into the second stanza, Lugazi brought in Sam Ssemugugu and Mitala Mubarak for Sam Nsubuga and Brian Ssali.

Kalanzi finally broke the deadlock with a well-curled freekick in the 54th minute sending the home crowd in jubilations.

With 15 minutes left on the clock, Mitala engineered an attack that was concluded by Ssemugugu but his final effort went inches wide.

In the 83rd minute, Lugazi made the last change as Paul Wasswa walked onto the field of play to replace Moses Buga.

The victory puts Lugazi in second position with 34 points in 17 games played in the ongoing campaign.