Uganda Premier League | Results League entrants Lugazi Football Club are set to face to Kitara in their maiden Uganda Premier League encounter at Lugazi Stadium, Najjembe on Saturday. This will be a worth test for Lugazi FC as they test their tools, quality and resilience to see if they fit the requirements of top tier football. Lugazi head coach Sadiq Ssempigi is aware of the threat ahead and he expects a tough test from the Royals. “Kitara is a very good team and a very tough challenger. They have had very good games in the pre-season, I watched most…
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Uganda Premier League | Results The 2024/25 Uganda Premier League season kicked off with a thrilling match between defending champions KCCA FC and URA FC. The Kasasiro Boys emerged victorious, securing a 1-0 win at MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo. In the 12th minute, URA’s Moses Aliro had a golden opportunity to open the scoring, but his shot was brilliantly saved by KCCA goalkeeper Mutwalibu Mugolofa. KCCA responded with a powerful header that was also denied by URA keeper Derrick Ochan. The deadlock was finally broken in the 30th minute when Saidi Mayanja unleashed a powerful shot that flew into the…
Uganda Premier League side Express FC has entered a sponsorship deal with SEMABET Uganda worth shs 500 million ahead of the upcoming campaign. SEMABET’s partnership with the Red Eagles is set to last one year with an option for renewal.SEMABET is expected to give Express playing and training kits in the sponsorship agreement. Ahead of the upcoming campaign, the sponsorship is a big boost to the Express camp as the club seeks to renew its old days. In the same breath, SEMABET will support squad development, technical staff, infrastructure improvements and community projects. Reports indicate that the partnership helped the…
Uganda Premier League | Fixture The 2024/25 Uganda Premier League season kicks off on Friday with a highly anticipated clash between defending champions KCCA FC and URA FC. The match will take place at MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo. Both teams will be looking to start the season on a winning note and set the tone for the rest of the campaign. KCCA head coach Abdallah Mubiru is confident that his players are ready to hit the ground running. “We want to start the league on a positive note as this will give us momentum,” Mubiru said. “We have prepared well…
The draw for the upcoming CECAFA Zonal Qualifiers for the U20 Men’s National Team has been released. Uganda Hippos have been drawn in Group B alongside South Sudan, Burundi, and Ethiopia. The tournament will be played from October 6 to 20 in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Uganda are the defending champions of the tournament, having defeated South Sudan in the previous edition. The Hippos will be looking to defend their title in a tough group that also includes South Sudan, Burundi, and Ethiopia. The other group in the tournament is Group A, which consists of Tanzania, Sudan, Rwanda, and Djibouti.…
Uganda Premier League side Express has signed left-back Mustafa Kizza is a major boost for the club as they prepare for the upcoming season. Kizza is a highly talented player who can be both a defensive stalwart and an attacking threat. He is also a very experienced player who has played at the highest level in Uganda. Kizza’s arrival is expected to strengthen Express’ roster significantly. The Red Eagles are already a strong team, but the addition of Kizza will make them even more formidable. Kizza will bring a wealth of experience and quality to Express’ left-back position. He is…
Uganda Premier League side URA has completed the signing of defender Bright Vuni on a two-year employment contract. The announcement was confirmed via the official club’s website today, Wednesday, September 11, 2024. “URA FC has bolstered its defence by securing the services of no-nonsense defender Bright Vuni on a two-year contract,” the statement partly reads. Vuni joins the Tax Collectors switching from UPDF FC, where he played the whole of the previous campaign. Vuni is well known for his defensive prowess, solidity as well as the ability to contribute goals because of his aerial presence. The defender comes in as…
Uganda Premier League side URA has confirmed the acquisition of attacking midfielder Abraham Tusubira in the ongoing transfer window The signing was confirmed via the club’s official website on Tuesday, September 9, 2024. “We are delighted to announce the signing of attacking midfielder Abraham Tusubira,” the statement. Tusubira registered 10 assists in the league last season where he led the sheet of creators. In the same breath, he missed out on the best midfielder award that went to SC Villa’s Ronald Ssekiganda. His arrival follows the arrival of new entrant Isma Mugulusi as the Tax Collectors continue to build a…
It was a party mood at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole, as many people turned up to witness Manchester United’s custodian Andre Onana. Manchester United’s fans turned up in high numbers in the encounter between Cameroon and Zimbabwe at Namboole. Zimbabwe hosted their home encounter against Indomitable Lions after failing to stage a CAF-approved stadium. Amidst the anticipation and spark, the game ended in a goalless draw as both sides fired blanks in a physical game. Blazing Arrival There was chaos and excitement at the gates as fans kept chanting as well as looking forward to seeing their beloved superstar Onana.…
Uganda Premier League club Maroons FC has made a significant splash in the transfer market, securing the services of 12 new players ahead of the upcoming season. The Luzira-based side has added a mix of experienced and promising talent to their squad, including goalkeeper Simon Tamale, who returns to the club after a stint with Rayon Sport in Rwanda. Hassan Matovu joins Tamale in bolstering the goalkeeping department, while Amir Nalugoda has been retained from the previous season. Apollo Kagogwe is expected to strengthen the Maroons’ defence, while Jamal Ssemwogerere will add depth to the defensive midfield. Former Bright Stars…