Thursday, December 5, 2024 Fixture Mbarara City vs Maroons – Kakyeka Stadium, 4 PMURA vs NEC – Hamza Stadium, Nakivubo, 7 PM NEC will look to solidify their place at the top of the league with a crucial clash against URA at Nakivubo. Sitting on 22 points, Hussein Mbalangu’s team has a chance to extend their lead to four points ahead of Vipers, who will only return to action on Saturday against Bright Stars. Their last visit to Nakivubo didn’t go as planned, ending in a 2-1 loss to Express. However, they will be hoping for a turnaround against a…
Author: Kawalya Innocent
Manchester United have officially entered talks with Sporting CP to sign Viktor Gyokeres next summer, according to a new report by Florian Plettenberg. The Swedish striker has been in sensational form this season, netting 24 goals in just 21 appearances under the management of Ruben Amorim, who now heads United. United’s pursuit of Gyokeres faces significant hurdles, including the need to raise transfer funds and fend off competition from Manchester City. Pep Guardiola’s side, who suffered a 4-1 defeat to Sporting in the Champions League earlier this season, were undone by a hat-trick from Gyokeres — a performance that heightened…
Thomas Tayebwa, Uganda’s Deputy Speaker of Parliament and a die-hard Manchester United fan, had a day to remember at Old Trafford as he watched his beloved team dismantle Everton with a 4-0 victory in the Premier League. This emphatic win marked the first league triumph under new manager Ruben Amorim. Tayebwa, accompanied by his family, capped off the thrilling experience with a special meeting with legendary former manager Sir Alex Ferguson. Expressing his excitement, Tayebwa lauded the stellar performances of Marcus Rashford and Joshua Zirkzee. Rashford delivered a stunning brace, including a spectacular volley from a Bruno Fernandes corner and…
Kitara FC forward Denis Omedi has earned a nomination for the prestigious 2024 FIFA Puskás Award after his breathtaking rabona goal against KCCA in the FUFA Super 8 quarter-finals on August 6, 2024, at the MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo. The audacious strike, hailed as one of the greatest in Ugandan football history, came just moments after KCCA’s Joel Sserunjogi had put his side ahead with a long-range effort. Positioned at the edge of the penalty area, Omedi delivered a moment of pure magic, executing a flawless rabona that curled into the top corner past goalkeeper Anthony Emojong, leveling the score…
Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim energized his squad with a morale-boosting session ahead of their Europa League showdown against Bodo/Glimt. Amorim, preparing for his first match at Old Trafford, led a playful initiation for recently returned players, fostering a sense of camaraderie as the team gears up for the crucial fixture. Nearly 7,000 Bodo/Glimt fans are expected to create a vibrant atmosphere, making it a memorable occasion. During a brief, UEFA-regulated media window at Carrington, Amorim organized a light-hearted moment for Kobbie Mainoo, Lisandro Martinez, and Luke Shaw, playfully urging them through a tunnel of cheering teammates. Spirits were…
Today’s UPL Fixture UPDF v POLICE WAKISO GIANTS VS URA Police FC face off against UPDF FC at the Bombo Military Grounds today at 4pm in what promises to be a thrilling encounter on Match Day 10 of the Uganda Premier League. Both teams, tied on 12 points from eight games, are eager to bounce back and climb the table. A victory could see either side temporarily rise to 4th place, adding urgency to this battle. UPDF come into the game hoping to recover from a heavy 4-0 defeat to Kitara. Coach Paul Kiwanuka remains upbeat, stressing that his players…
As Arsenal prepares to face Nottingham Forest tomorrow, speculation surrounds the availability of star winger Bukayo Saka, whose fitness has been in question following a recent thigh injury. Despite being a pivotal player for Arsenal, Saka’s involvement remains uncertain after he returned to partial training on Friday. Saka’s injury issues began before the international break when he was forced off early during Arsenal’s clash with Chelsea. His absence from England’s November fixtures further fueled concerns about his condition, with reports suggesting he had been dealing with a persistent thigh problem. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta addressed the situation, stating, “Bukayo had…
Fredrick Nicholas Kigozi’s decisive strike gave Maroons a crucial 1-0 victory over Bright Stars in Kavumba on Thursday evening. The left-back’s perfectly executed finish in the 73rd minute ensured Maroons secured their third win of the season. With this result, Maroons settle to 7th place on the table with 12 points, while Bright Stars, enduring their fifth loss in nine games, remain with just 6 points, sitting near the relegation zone on the 14th slot. Despite the victory, both sides are part of a competitive mid-table cluster. NEC Is currently leading the table at 19 points Other Results of the…
Uganda’s national football team, The Cranes, secured a crucial 1-0 victory against Congo on Tuesday, marking their second away win and fourth overall in their AFCON 2025 qualifying campaign. This victory propels Uganda to 13 points, just one shy of Group K leaders South Africa, who recently triumphed with a 3-0 win over South Sudan in Cape Town. The decisive goal came in the 55th minute, courtesy of Trevis Mutyaba, whose strike sealed the match for Uganda. Despite persistent efforts, the Red Devils of Congo failed to mount a response, allowing The Cranes to maintain their lead until the final…
Nigeria’s unbeaten run in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers came to an unexpected end as they fell 2-1 to Rwanda at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium on Monday, November 18. Despite the loss, the Super Eagles secured top spot in Group D and qualified for the tournament, but the defeat highlighted vulnerabilities in their game. Augustine Eguavoen’s side looked set for a routine win when Samuel Chukwueze broke the deadlock in the 59th minute with an impressive solo effort, slicing through Rwanda’s defense and slotting past goalkeeper Fiacre Ntwari. It was a moment of brilliance in a match…