UPL 2024-25 | Fixture Vipers SC will be without head coach Nikola Kavazovic for their crucial clash against SC Villa at St Mary’s Stadium on Saturday evening.Kavazovic has been handed a one-week suspension, leaving assistant coach John ‘Ayala’ Luyinda in charge.The Serbian tactician, who has been vocal about his dissatisfaction with the club’s recent performances, acknowledged the suspension on social media.”I will serve my sentence before returning to take the title.” He also expressed regret for his actions and apologized to the Vipers faithful.Vipers have struggled to find their footing in the current league campaign, accumulating just four points from…
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The National Rugby 7s series will come to an end in the highly anticipated Rujumba 7s that are set to be played at King’s Park Arena.With the Blacks Pirates hosting the series, action is scheduled for Saturday, October 5 to Sunday, October 6.The eighth edition of the tournament will be played in memory of rugby legend Henry Rujumba, who passed in 2015.After playing six circuits, the reigning champions Heathens (for Rujumba 7s) come into this kiln sitting on top of the log with 108 points, five above Pirates.The two sides will be out to fight for bragging rights because Heathens…
The Uganda U-20 National Team, led by Head Coach Mathias Lule, has unveiled a 20-player squad for the upcoming CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Qualifiers.The tournament, hosted by Tanzania, will run from October 6th to 20th, 2024.The Ugandan contingent comprises three goalkeepers, six defenders, six midfielders, and five forwards.Toto Majub will captain the team, with Innocent Kisolo serving as his deputy.The Hippos, reigning champions of the tournament, have been drawn into Group B alongside Ethiopia, Burundi, and South Sudan.Uganda’s campaign will kick off on Monday, October 7th, with a crucial match against Ethiopia at the Azam Complex.Uganda Hippos…
UPL 2024-25 | ResultsExpress secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory against NEC in the Uganda Premier League at Hamz Stadium, Nakivubo on Thursday evening.Under the floodlights, the Red Eagles staged a thrilling show to put an end to NEC’s perfect start to the 2024/25 league campaign.Express scored twice under 10 minutes through Geoffrey Gagganga and Ronald Andabati before Cromwell Rwothomio pulled back one in the second half.Gagganga placed the hosts in the lead in the fifth minute as he opened his account at his new club since leaving UCU.Andabati doubled the hosts’ lead in the eighth with a simple touch off…
UPL 2024-25 | ResultPolice secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Kitara in the Uganda Premier League encounter on Thursday.Augustine Kacancu scored the all-but-important goal as the Cops secured maximum points away from home.It was joy and smiles for Police, who had secured their maiden victory of the 2024-25 campaign, while on the other hand, it was stress and tough faces for Kitara, who lost the third straight game.Police’s Kacancu broke the deadlock in the 29th minute with a volley past Kitara goalkeeper Jamil Kiyimba.Isaac Ogwang’s freekick was parried away by Kiyimba, but Kacancu guided the ball into the back of…
UPL 2024-25 | FixtureKitara vs Police Express vs NEC Kitara will be aiming to return to winning ways in the Uganda Premier League encounter against Police at Royal Park, Hoima, on Thursday.Kitara, who are addressed as title contenders, have started the league on a slow note, winning once and losing twice.Kitara head coach Brian Ssenyondo admitted that they have not been at their best in the previous games but motivated to turn around the tide.” We come into this game off disappointing results, but we picked some lessons which we hope to carry into the next game and try to…
UPL 2024-25 | ResultsMbarara City secured a well-deserved 2-0 victory against BUL in the Uganda Premier League at Lugazi Stadium on Wednesday.Seri Arigumaho scored a brace as the Ankole Lions registered their maiden victory of the 2024-25 league campaign.It’s not looking good for BUL who have now lost two games on a bounce after being held in two draws.On-form forward, Arigumaho broke the deadlock in the 40th minute with a powerful shot that pierced the ball through a forest of legs.Returning for the second half, Reagan Kalyowa and Ibrahim Mugulusi came on to replace Martin Aprem and George Kasonko.Ten minutes…
KCCA FC has announced the signing of forward Sadat Happy Anaku on a season-long loan deal.Anaku rejoins the club after a brief stint with Scottish side Dundee United.The pacy forward expressed his excitement about returning to the club where he began his football journey.”KCCA FC holds a special place in my heart,” Anaku said.”I’m thrilled to be back and eager to contribute to the team’s success.”Anaku joined KCCA in 2016 as a youth player and quickly made a name for himself with his impressive goal-scoring ability.He scored 83 goals in 52 appearances for the club’s junior team and 22 goals…
UPL 2024-25 | FixtureBUL FC will be looking to break their winless streak and secure their first victory of the 2024-25 Uganda Premier League season when they face Mbarara City at Lugazi Stadium on Wednesday.Both teams have struggled to find their footing in the early stages of the campaign, with two draws and a loss each in their opening three matches.BUL head coach Abbey Kikomeko is determined to change his side’s fortunes.”We’ve been working hard to address our scoring issues and we believe we’re ready to make a statement against Mbarara City,” Kikomeko said.”It’s a crucial game for us, and…
UPL 2024-25 | ResultsKCCA secured a 1-0 victory against Bright Stars in the Uganda Premier League encounter at Kavumba Recreation Ground on Tuesday.Derrick Nsibambi was on the scoresheet once again to help the Kasasiro Boys maintain their perfect run.It was a splendid victory for KCCA, who ended their poor run at Kavumba. They had failed to get maximum points on that ground.In the 16th minute, Saidi Mayanja beat his marker on the right flank before he released forward Derrick Nsibambi, but the forward’s effort was saved by goalkeeper Derrick Were.Ten minutes later, Nsibambi missed a huge opportunity after beating the…