Onduparaka FC secured their first victory of the FUFA Big League season on Sunday, October 20th, with a 2-1 triumph over MYDA FC at the Greenlight Stadium in Arua.Veteran forward Samson Ceasor Okhuti was the hero of the day, scoring both goals to lead his team to a hard-fought win.The match saw its first goal just before halftime when Okhuti curled in a beautiful free-kick to give Onduparaka the lead. The home side looked set to carry their advantage into the break, but MYDA FC remained resilient and came back stronger in the second half.MYDA’s efforts were rewarded in the…
Author: Bbossa Ibrahim
In a major development within the Uganda Premier League, Vipers SC has announced the departure of head coach Nikola Kavazovic, just five matches into the new season. The Serbian tactician has left the club following a series of underwhelming results, with both parties agreeing to part ways on mutual consent, as confirmed by a statement on the club’s official website.Kavazovic’s exit comes on the back of a disappointing start to the season, where Vipers SC failed to hit the expected heights. The coach had arrived with a strong pedigree, having previously managed clubs across Africa, including stints in Botswana, Kenya,…
Lugazi FC has announced that they have mutually agreed to part ways with head coach Sadick Ssempigi, following a series of disappointing results. The decision to terminate the contract was confirmed via the club’s official website, marking the end of Ssempigi’s brief tenure with the team.Ssempigi, who was appointed as head coach at the beginning of the season, took charge of five games. Despite efforts to turn things around, his tenure saw just two draws a 0-0 result against title contenders Vipers SC and a 1-1 tie with Mbale Heroes in the team’s most recent fixture. The decision to part…
The highly anticipated FUFA Big League returns to action this Friday, 18th October, with a thrilling fixture between newly promoted Paida Black Angels and Buhimba United Saints at Bar Okoro Stadium in Paida. The match, which kicks off at 4:00 PM, is set to be an exciting contest as both teams aim to build momentum early in the season.Paida Black Angels, led by head coach Ibrahim Kyobe, are looking to bounce back to the top tier of Ugandan football after a challenging few seasons. Once a familiar name in the top flight, Paida were relegated during the 2018/19 campaign and…
Lugazi FC and Mbale Heroes treated fans to an exciting 1-1 draw in their Uganda Premier League Matchday 5 encounter, held at the Lugazi FC Stadium in Najjembe. Both sides displayed a competitive and high-energy game, which saw chances at both ends but ultimately finished with the spoils shared.Mbale Heroes started the brighter of the two teams, breaking the deadlock in the 10th minute when Gideon Etou pounced on a rebound to slot home after Lugazi FC goalkeeper Juma Mutebi could not hold onto a powerful shot. The goal sent the visiting fans into celebration, while Lugazi FC found themselves…
As the Uganda Premier League returns in full swing, the pressure is mounting on several head coaches who find themselves on the brink of being sacked due to poor performances. Three coaches are currently under intense scrutiny as they struggle to meet expectations.Shadik Ssempigi – Lugazi FCShadik Ssempigi, who joined Lugazi FC at the start of this season, is facing a potential early exit. Replacing Richard Makumbi, Ssempigi is yet to lead Lugazi FC to a win in four games, having only secured a single point from a goalless draw against Vipers SC. The Lugazi-based club sits bottom of the…
Uganda Premier League Matchday 5 Fixtures:Wednesday 16th October, 2024Lugazi FC vs Mbale Heroes – 4pmPolice FC vs Express FC – 4pmThe Uganda Premier League returns after a 10-day break with a highly anticipated midweek fixture as Lugazi FC welcomes Mbale Heroes FC on Wednesday, 16th October, at Lugazi FC Stadium. Kickoff is at 4 PM.Both teams, newcomers to the top tier, find themselves in desperate need of points as they seek to solidify their positions in the league. Lugazi FC has struggled to find its footing, having yet to register a win in the four games played so far. The…
Uganda Cranes will be looking to strengthen their chances of qualifying for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) as they take on South Sudan in a crucial return leg on Tuesday, 15th October, at Juba Stadium, South Sudan. This match marks a critical point in Group K of the qualifiers, with Uganda tied on seven points alongside group leaders South Africa. Meanwhile, South Sudan has yet to secure any points after four matches, and they will be desperate to reverse their fortunes in front of their home crowd in Juba.Speaking ahead of the match, Uganda Cranes head coach Paul…
Cameroon and Algeria have confirmed their places in the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) finals set to take place in Morocco, following crucial victories in their respective qualifiers. Both teams will now join the hosts, Morocco, and Burkina Faso as the four nations guaranteed to compete in the tournament so far.Cameroon, five-time AFCON champions, sealed their qualification with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Kenya on Monday, October 14th. The game, played at Mandela National Stadium in Namboole, Uganda, saw Boris Enow net the only goal, taking Cameroon’s tally to 10 points from four matches. With this result, the…
Football fever is sweeping across Buganda as the 20th edition of the prestigious Buganda Masaza Cup reaches its climax with the final set for November 2nd, 2024, at the iconic Mandela National Stadium in Namboole. This highly anticipated event promises to be a thrilling spectacle as Kyaggwe Saza takes on Buddu Saza in a battle for football supremacy. Kickoff is scheduled for 3 PM, and fans are expected to turn out in large numbers to witness history in the making.For the first time in the tournament’s history, Kyaggwe has made it to the final, having fought their way through a…