Uganda Premier League | Results

• URA 0-2 Vipers
• Kitara 4-0 UPDF

Vipers secured a well-deserved 2-0 victory against URA in the Uganda Premier League encounter at Hamz Stadium, Nakivubo, on Friday.

Milton Karisa and Allan Okello were on target as Vipers claimed the maximum points to go top of the log.

The Vipers were the better side from word go but were not sharp enough in the first stanza of the game.

Karisa’s header went narrowly wide in the 36th minute as he nearly gave Vipers the lead in the cagey game.

Pacy forward Moses Aliro was the only threat for the hosts in the first half but failed to guide the ball on target.

Karisa finally broke the deadlock in the 56th minute, finding the back of the net from a very tight angle after a big error in URA’s backline.

Okello doubled Vipers’ lead with a fine header off Karisa’s delivery in a great team goal.

The victory takes Vipers to the log summit with 20 points while URA lie 10th with 11 points after playing nine games.

Uganda Premier League – Results

• Kitara 4-0 UPDF

Kitara secured a well-deserved 4-0 victory against UPDF in the Uganda Premier League encounter at Royals Park, Buteme on Friday evening.

The victory ended the  Royals’ winless run of seven goals with six losses and a loss.

Fred Amaku broke the deadlock in the 14th minute after converting from the 12-yard mark.

Kabon Living doubled Kitara’s double with a brilliant strike past goalkeeper Richard Anyama into the top right corner after 23 minutes.

Ten minutes later, UPDF had a chance to pull back one but Chrispas Kusiima saved Benard Muwanga’s penalty.

At the stroke of the first half, Kabon scored Kitara’s third as the hosts further stretched their lead.

Three minutes into the second half, George Senkaba joined the party with the hosts’ fourth as Kitara further imposed their presence in the game.

The victory guided Kitara to the 14th position with seven points while UPDF lie eighth with 12 points after nine games.

Uganda Premier League | Results

• KCCA 0-1 NEC
• Bright Stars 0-1 Maroons
• BUL 1-1 Express

NEC secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over KCCA in a Uganda Premier League clash at the MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo on Thursday evening.

The Kasasiro Boys suffered their first loss of the season in their ninth game of the 2024/25 campaign.

Mazamir Mutyaba’s solitary strike was the difference between the two Lugogo-based sides. NEC executed a solid game plan, effectively limiting KCCA’s space to operate in midfield.

KCCA had an early chance when Saidi Mayanja unleashed a shot, but it went straight into Hannigton Ssebwalunyo’s hands.

In the 20th minute, Mutyaba broke the deadlock with a spectacular strike from outside the box, leaving the hosts trailing.

Just before halftime, Ashraf Mugume forced Ssebwalunyo into a brilliant save from close range, keeping NEC’s lead intact.

Controversy arose in the second half when Sadat Anaku was fouled at the edge of the box. While KCCA players appealed for a penalty, the referee awarded a free kick instead. Usama Arafat stepped up but sent his effort wide of the target.

In added time, Anaku failed to connect with a precise delivery from James Mubezi, sealing KCCA’s fate as their chances fizzled out.

The victory lifts NEC to the top of the table with 19 points, one ahead of KCCA, after nine games in the campaign.

Uganda Premier League | Results

• BUL 1-1 Express
• Bright Stars 0-1 Maroons
• KCCA 0-1 NEC

Express held BUL to a 1-1 draw in a Uganda Premier League encounter at Lugazi Stadium on Thursday evening.

Walter Ochora gave BUL the lead, but Sam Ssenyonjo restored parity for the visitors.

The game began sluggishly, with both teams taking time to settle. Goalkeeper Joel Mutakubwa was called into action early as Richard Basangwa tested him with a trivela shot from the right flank.

With just two minutes left in the first half, Ochora broke the deadlock, heading powerfully into the right corner to give BUL the lead.

Express came out in the second half with renewed energy and determination. Geofrey Gaganga replaced Kenneth Asiimwe at the restart, and the midfielder’s introduction turned the game around.

The Red Eagles dominated the second half, pressing high and restricting the hosts’ attacking play.

Their efforts paid off when Ssenyonjo capitalized on a defensive error, poking the ball past Mutakubwa to level the score.

BUL nearly regained the lead when Swabiru Nsibambi’s effort narrowly missed the target, skimming wide by inches.

After nine games in the ongoing campaign, BUL sits fourth, and Express fifth, both tied on 13 points.

Uganda Premier League | Fixtures

• KCCA vs NEC
• BUL vs Express
• Bright Stars vs Maroons

KCCA is set to face NEC in a Uganda Premier League clash at the MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo, on Thursday.

KCCA will be looking to extend their unbeaten run as they head into the ninth game of the ongoing 2024-25 campaign.

Speaking ahead of the match, KCCA head coach Abdallah Mubiru acknowledged the challenge posed by their opponents but expressed confidence in his team’s readiness.

“We have prepared well for the game against NEC FC. It will be a competitive encounter. Since we both share the same stadium, they are familiar with the environment. They know that a win could take them to the top of the table,” Mubiru said.

“We will miss Mugolofa, as he is suspended after accumulating yellow cards, but we trust all our players to step up,” he added.

KCCA will be without goalkeeper Mugolofa Mutwalibi due to suspension for accumulated yellow cards. Additionally, forward Derrick Nsibambi and Julius Poloto remain on the path to full recovery.

The two teams have faced each other twice before, with each side securing one victory. They are yet to share the spoils in their encounters.

Uganda Premier League | Fixture

• Police vs Lugazi – 4pm

Police is set to lock horns with Lugazi in the Uganda Premier League encounter at Kavumba Recreation Ground on Wednesday.

The encounter ends a 13-day wait since the Uganda Premier League took a break due to the international break.

After securing one point in the opening games, Lugazi have turned around things and are yet to lose in the previous four games.

Speaking ahead of the game, Lugazi assistant head coach Oliver Mbekeka revealed that they have used the international break to further sharpen the team.

“We have used the (international) break to prepare the team ahead of Police’s clash,” she said.

“We are still working on the belief and character. I believe we have a good team but the players have to first believe if they are to pick positive results,” she added.

Lugazi’s backline has greatly improved since they have not conceded a goal in the last four games.

They lie 12th on a 16-team log with nine points after playing eight games in the ongoing campaign.

In the same breath, Police lie ninth on the log with 11 points. They have lost once in the eight games played.

Uganda Cranes forward Denis Omedi is optimistic about the upcoming AFCON Qualifier against South Africa at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole on Friday.

Uganda will play the return leg against Bafana Bafana, having drawn the first leg 2-2 away from home.

Omedi expressed confidence in the team’s ability to secure a victory. “Regarding my role, my primary responsibility is to score goals. Although our league form hasn’t been ideal, I believe that things will improve over time,” he said.

“I’ve been working hard in preparation for the upcoming game, and I’m hopeful that on Friday, we’ll put up a strong fight and I’ll have the opportunity to score another goal for my country,” he added.

Omedi called on Ugandan fans to come out in full force to support the team, encouraging a strong show of unity and patriotism to motivate the players.

“I humbly invite all Ugandans to come and fill the National Stadium. Fan support always gives players the motivation they need to win,” he concluded.

Uganda currently tops Group K with 10 points after four games.

Uganda Cranes Squad

Goalkeepers
Isima Watenga (Golden Arrows FC, South Africa), Nafian Alionzi (Defence Forces FC, Ethiopia), Charles Lukwago, Venda FC, South Africa), Mutwalibi Mugolofa (KCCA FC, Uganda)

Defenders
Gavin Kizito Mugweri (KCCA FC, Uganda), Kenneth Semakula (Club Africaine, Tunisia), Isaac Muleme (Victoria Zizkov, Czech Republic), Abdu Aziizi Kayondo (FC Slovan Liberec, Czech Republic), Bevis Mugabi (Famagusta Anorthosis, Greece), Timothy Awany (FC Ashdod, Israel), Halidi Lwaliwa (Al Ain SC, Saudi Arabia), Geofrey Wasswa (Ethiopian Coffee FC, Ethiopia)

Midfielders
Khalid Aucho (Yanga SC, Tanzania), Bobosi Byaruhanga (Austin II, USA), Taddeo Lwanga (APR FC, Rwanda), Ronald Ssekiganda (SC Villa, Uganda), Allan Okello (Vipers SC, Uganda), Travis Mutyaba (Girondins Bordeaux, France), Saidi Mayanja (KCCA FC, Uganda)

Forwards
Denis Omedi (Kitara FC, Uganda), Jude Ssemugabi (Kitara FC, Uganda), Shafik Nana Kwikiriza (KCCA FC, Uganda), Rogers Mato (FC Brera Strumica), Derrick, Steven Mukwala (Simba SC, Tanzania), Calvin Kabuye (Sandvikens IF, Sweden), Hakim Kiwanuka (SC Villa,Uganda), John Paul Dembe (BK Hacken, Sweden)

Uganda Premier League side KCCA FC’s fans’ executive has launched awards to celebrate and reward players’ excellence.

The awarding got underway after their Premier League match against rivals Vipers SC at St Mary’s Stadium, Kitende.

The development will see the group of fans award the Man of the Match, Player of the Month, and Player of the Season.

According to a document released by the fans’ executive, the awards are named in honour of KCCA FC legends.

The initiative is meant to reward outstanding performers and inspire players to boost their morale and energy to fight for the badge.

The Man of the Match will receive a medal accompanied by Shs 200,000, while the Player of the Month will receive a medal, a certificate, and Shs 500,000.

At the end of the season, the Player of the Season will be awarded a medal, a certificate, a customized plaque, and Shs 1,000,000.

Voting will be public, with fans deciding 60% and a specially selected panel having 40% in the final decision.

FUFA Women Super League | Results

• Kawempe Muslim 1-0 Lady Doves
• Uganda Martyrs 0-0 Rines

Kawempe Muslim registered a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Lady Doves in the FUFA Women’s Super League at the Valley Grounds on Sunday.

Hadijah Babirye was the hero as Kawempe Muslim secured a maximum points on the day.

The hard-fought victory opened a four-point gap ahead of the second team on the FUFA Women Super League’s log.

It was a close game that saw either side create limited chances on the day. As Kawempe were on the front foot, the visitors preferred a low block in the backline.

Babirye replaced Kuluthum Namutebi in the second half thus bringing on fresh legs in the middle park.

The youngster stepped up to the occasion and fired the hosts ahead with only eight minutes left on the clock.

Next, Kawempe Muslim will take on Olila High School as they continue with the search for the sixth league title.

Uganda Premier League | Results

• Mbale Heroes 0-0 BUL

Mbale Heroes and BUL played to a goalless draw in the Uganda Premier League encounter at Mbale Municipal Stadium on Sunday.

Both sides had great opportunities to take the lead but were not so sharp enough to place a foot in the game.

It was Paul Mujampwani’s first clean sheet of the campaign thus giving the hosts a golden point on the day.

The first half was fairly even as the two sides fought for possession in a tightly contested game.

A point takes BUL to fourth position with 12 points levelled with Express and UPDF.

On the other hand, Mbale lie 15th with five points, just a point above the Kitara who is battom of the log.

How they lined up

Mbale Heroes XI; Paul Mujampwani (GK), Adrian Sserugo, Amos Etojo, Hakim Musabbah, Bernard Ndifuna, Davis Ssekajja, Ceasar Olega, Faizo Wabyoona, Umar Kyebatala, Jeremy Matata, Abdul Malik Bironse

BUL XI; Joel Mutakubwa (GK), George Kasonko, Frederick Ngalo, Ochungo, Walter Ochora, Najib Fesali, Pascal Ngobi, Okello, Ibrahim Orit, Martin Aprem, Anwar Ntege