The race for promotion slots in the FUFA Big League is wide open following Thursday’s results from the various games played on matchday 17.
Police stunned table leaders NEC to give themselves a big leap in their quest to return to the tier side.
Calvary also earned a narrow win at home against Kataka to make their dream of earning promotion a close reality.
Police in the early kickoff on Thursday edged NEC 1-0 at Kavumba Recreation Ground thanks to Emmanuel Mugume’s lone goal.
Police FC celebrate their goal against NEC FC.
The win meant Police moved to second place on 33 points same as NEC who have a better goal difference.
Calvary who are 5th on 27 points after winning 1-0 against Karaka. Junior Andama’s first half goal was enough to fetch all three points.
Elsewhere, Luweero United were 1-0 winners over Northern Gateway FC thanks to Enock Kabugo’s goal.
Soroti City won 1-0 against Kaaro Karungi, Adjumani held Kyetume to a one-all draw while the game between Ndejje University and Lugazi ended with a similar scoreline.
Action continues on Friday with Kitara FC hosting Booma in the Bunyoro derby.
Kitara have the opportunity to reclaim top spot should they win at home.
On Saturday, Mbarara City who is also in the promotion mix will take on Jinja North United.
Kitara FC and Mbarara City FC drew against Northern Gateway SC and Booma FC respectively as third placed NEC FC won their match against Calvary FC to rise to the top. NEC FC captain Marvin Kavuma scored the lone goal in the 90th minute to move his side up.
Else where, Kyetume FC overcame Kataka FC at Nakisunga Ssaza ground through a goal from Simon Okwil in the 59th minute. The result pushes the home side from 10th to 6th on the table standings.
Fourth placed Police FC suffered their second defeat of the season a the hands of Lugazi FC at the Lugazi Stadium. Paul Wasswa scored in the 59th minute for the home side. Lugazi FC moves up to 8th from 11th place.
The Ndejje University lions had their fifth win of the season from Jinja as they beat the home side Jinja North United FC 2-1. The lions opened scoring in the 19th minute through Brian Obedi only for the hosts to equalise from the spot in the 48th minute through Dickson Mataama. New recruit Kipper Luwalo scored for the visitors from the spot to hand them the three points.
The FUFA Big League top scorer Denis Omedi’s goal for Booma FC in the 1st minute was equalised by Mbarara City FC’s Seiri Arigumaho in the 47th minute. This saw the match end in a 1-1 draw.
Adjumani TC FC overcame Soroti FC to rise from 15th to 13th on the table standings. Both teams remain in the red zone.
Match day 16 Results
Jinja North Utd FC 1-2 Ndejje University, Kyabazinga Stadium
The secound round of the 2022/2023 FUFA Big League season gets underway on Thursday 9th February 2023.
The table leaders Kitara FC host Kataka FC as Mbarara City FC, NEC FC and Police FC play against Booma FC, Calvary FC and Lugazi FC respectively.
The FUFA competitions department has postponed M#127 Kaaro Karungi FC v Luweero United FC after the visiting side reported a Typhoid outbreak in their camp. The date which the fixture is to be played will be communicated.
Match day 16 Fixtures
Jinja North United FC vs Ndejje University FC, Kyabazinga Stadium – Bugembe
NEC FC vs Calvary FC, Bugolobi Coffee Ground
Lugazi FC vs Police FC, Lugazi FC Stadium
Kyetume FC vs Kataka FC, Nakisunga Saza Ground
Booma FC vs Mbarara City FC, Masindi Stadium
Northern Gateway SC vs Kitara FC, The Gate Stadium – Lira
Adjumani TC FC vs Soroti City FC, Paridi Stadium – Adjumani
Matchday eleven of the FUFA Big League came with mixed results but the highlight came in the game between Luwero United and Mbarara City.
The Ankole Lions registered their first loss of the campaign falling 2-1 to Luwero United at Kasovo Playground.
Luwero United players celebrate after defeating Mbarara City.
Musa Mugerwa and Isaac Balyejusa scored for the Luwero based side while Jamie Nvule’s goal was just a consolation for the visitors.
Action between Mbarara City and Luwero United.
The result meant Mbarara City surrendered their stay at the top and dropped to third place on 22 points same as second placed NEC FC who were 1-0 winners at Booma United.
Luwero United on the other hand moved to eighth position on 15 points.
At Kigaaya playground in Hoima, hosts Kitara FC were too strong Kyetume FC, obliterating them 4-1.
Experienced striker Patrick Kaddu had a brace to his name with Moses Seruyide and Edison Agondeze scoring the other goals for Kitara while Muzamiru Waiswa scored a consolation for the Nakisunga based side.
Patrick Kaddu scored a brace against Kyetume.
Victory elevated Kitara to the top of the log on 23 points, one ahead of NEC and Mbarara City.
NEC were 1-0 winners over Booma FC in Masindi thanks to Tonny Kiberu’s solitary effort.
In Adjumani at the Paridi stadium, former Police FC player Basani Safi’s goal wasn’t enough against his former paymaster of Police FC.
Reagan Male and Tony Kiwalazi scored the two goals that gave the Cops the much desired win.
In the other games played, Soroti City beat Ndejje University 2-0, Kaaro Karungi held Kataka in a one all draw while Jinja United edged Lugazi FC 1-0 courtesy of Shafic Muganza’s goal.
Action between Jinja North United and Lugazi FC
The FUFA Big League returns on Thursday 29th December 2022.
Kitara FC and Mbarara City have clearly led the pace at the top of the table in the FUFA Big League, creating a gap between themselves and the rest of the pack.
In the games played on Thursday, the aforementioned two win their respective games at home.
Kitara were 5-1 winners over Ndejje University to maintain firm grip on the summit.
Despite the pitch being affected due to a heavy downpour, this did not stop the home side from putting up a remarkable performance.
Edson Agondeze netted a brace while Patrick Mugume, Patrick Kaddu and Ronald Kayondo scored a goal each in the clean-out victory.
The consolation for Ndejje University came from Vincent Abigaba.
Victory leaves Kitara top on 20 points while Ndejje remain tenth with nine points.
On the other hand, Mbarara City were 3-1 winners over Kyetume in the game played at Kakyeka Stadium.
Henry Kitegenyi missed a penalty for the Ankole Lions but scored twice before Jamil Nvule added the other.
In the other games played, Luweero United and Police played out a goalless draw, Calvary won 3-2 at Soroti City while Adjumani nicked a hard fought 1-0 win over Kataka.
Kaaro Karungi drew goalless at home against NEC FC, Northern Gate Way were held to a one all draw by Lugazi FC while the thrilling encounter between Booma and Jinja North United ended in a three-all draw.
Kitara FC made quick amends from their loss against Kataka last week to return to winning ways.
The Hoima based side secured a 3-0 win over Calvary FC at Kigaaya Primary School Playground to open a three point gap at the top.
Patrick Kaddu bagged a brace to take his tally to seven while Charles Kyomuhendo added the other in the clean out victory.
Kitara is top of the table on 16 points, three ahead of the chasing pack that includes Mbarara City, Booma FC and NEC FC.
Mbarara City had to come from a goal down to salvage a point against Police FC at Kakyeka Stadium.
Miisi Diego Ssemugera had given the Cops the lead in the first half but the Ankole Lions levelled matters four minutes after the break with Henry Kitegenyi converting from the spot.
NEC suffered a 1-0 ss on the road against bottom placed Soroti City but remain third on the log with 13 points.
Elsewhere, Booma FC recovered from a goal down to win 2-1 at Northern Gateway thanks to goals from captain Denis Omedi and Davis Muheirwe.
Moses Kasagga was the hero for Kaaro Karungi in their 1-0 win over Jinja North United.
Ndejje University registered their second win of the season thanks to a late strike from Nicholas Luzige.
Luweero United played out a goalless draw with Kataka while Adjumani were 2-1 winners over Lugazi FC.
Jinja North United FC vs Adjumani Town Council FC – Kyabazinga Stadium|2PM Live on FUFA Tv
Lugazi FC vs Soroti FC – Lugazi Stadium| 4PM
NEC FC vs Luweero United FC – Bugolobi Coffee Ground|4PM Live on FUFA Tv
Kyetume FC vs Northern Gateway FC – Nakisunga Ground |4PM
Calvary FC vs Mbarara City FC – Midigo Primary School Ground |4PM
Police FC vs Ndejje University FC – Kavumba Recreation Ground |4PM
Friday, 18th November 2022
Booma FC vs Kaaro Karungi – Masindi Stadium | 2PM Live on FUFA Tv
Kataka FC vs Kitara FC – FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru 4PM Live on FUFA Tv
Sunday, 20th November 2022
Kyetume FC vs Adjumani Town Council FC – Nakisunga Ground
Matchday Six of the FUFA Big League will see teams aiming for different ambitions. Whereas a few have had a good start to the season, some are struggling to find consistency and find the right footing.
Six fixtures are lined up this Thursday across different grounds but the biggest game of the matchday pack will be a Western derby between Booma Fc and Kaaro Karungi, coming the following day.
Kyetume FC have had a torrid start to the season, picking just one win in the four games played so far. The main target for coach David Mutono will be to arrest this poor run that see them in the drop zone.
The Slaughters take on Northern Gateway FC this Thursday before facing Adjumani Town Council three days later at the same ground and the ultimate target to garner all six points.
NEC FC had a perfect start to the season but suffered defeat at the hands of Kitara FC in their last outing and the focus is on making quick amends as they host Luweero United FC in Bugolobi.
Mbarabra City and Kitara who are still unbeaten and have set the pace at the top. The duo will hope to maintain their glide with games on the road. Leaders Kitara with 13 points visit Kataka on Friday while Mbarara City who are two points below will have a chance to go top of the log a day before if they can secure maximum points at Calvary FC.
Elswehere, Jinja North United take on Adjumani, Lugazi host Soroti while Police will be at home against Ndejje University.
Kitara FC and Mbarara City FC continue to be the set pacers in the FUFA Big League and the two were once again victorious on matchday five.
Mbarara City secured a 3-1 win at home against Kataka FC on a soggy Kakyeka Stadium after a heavy downpour.
Henry Kitegenyi scored a braced before Seiri Arugamaho added the other for the Ankole Lions. The consolation for Kataka came from Latif Ssenkubuge. The win saw Mbarara City jump to second place on 11 points.
Kitara FC condemned NEC FC to their first loss of the season, winning 2-0 at Kigaaya Playground thanks to goals from Edson Agondeze and David Kasaija.
NEC FC dropped to third place on ten points and are now three behind leaders Kitara FC.
Elsewhere, Police FC overcame Kyetume FC 1-0 in Kavumba courtesy of Herman Wasswa’s penalty, Luweero United won with the same scoreline against Lugazi while Adjumani Town Council picked their first win, edging Booma FC.
Jinja United FC were 2-1 winners over Soroti City while Ndejje University played out a goalless draw at home against Calvary FC.
Thursday,10th November 2022 Police FC Vs Kyetume FC – Kavumba Live on FUFA TV 2PM Kitara FC Vs NEC FC -Kigaaya PS Ndejje University Vs Calvary FC -Bombo Mbarara City FC Vs Kataka FC – Kakyeka Luweero United Vs Lugazi FC -Luweero Grounds Soroti City FC Vs Jinja North United- Soroti Stadium Adjumani Town Council Vs Booma FC- Paridi Stadium
Friday, 11th November 2022
Kaaro Karungi FC Vs Northern Gateway FC -St George Arena Live 2 PM
The FUFA Big League is back with plenty of action and thrilling encounters to look forward to on match day five.
Table leaders Kitara FC host second placed NEC FC at the Kigaaya Primary School Play Grounds in Hoima in an anticipated mouthwatering encounter .
The two teams have ten points apiece but the hosts are top of the log on a superior goal difference of nine while the visiting NEC has only four goals.
Coach Mark Twinamasiko of Kitara FC is confident that they will use home advantage plus the experience to register maximum points against their rivals.
‘In a league where games are played on a home and a way basis, you have to utilise the home advantage to collect points. We are hosting a well organized NEC FC which is on our neck on the table but we are more experienced and well prepared to collect maximum points.’ He said.
While NEC FC Tactician Charles Lukyamuzi says they are ready for the showdown, hoping to return to winning ways.
‘’We have prepared for Kitara like we do for other teams. We are not under any pressure and we shall play our usual way of creating chances and ensure that we convert them.” Lukyamuzi indicated.
In the other games Police FC host Kyetume in a televised early kick off at the Kavumba Stadium, Ndejje University who beat Kataka last week to register their first win entertain Calvary.
Mbarara City who are third on the table face wounded Kataka at Kakyeka in Mbarara, Luweero United welcome Lugazi FC, Soroti City are up against Jinja North United, Adjumani Town Council play Booma FC. On Friday, Kaaro Karungi will host Northern Gateway.
FUFA Big League Fixtures Thursday 3rd November 2022 NEC FC Vs Mbarara City FC – Bugolobi Coffee 2:00PM Live on FUFA Tv Kyetume FC Vs Karo Karungi FC – Nakisunga Ground 4:00PM Northern Gateway FC Vs Adjumani FC – FC Gate Stadium 4:00PM Kataka FC Vs Ndejje University FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru 4:00PM Live on FUFA Tv Calvary FC Vs Police FC – Midigo Primary School, Yumbe 4:00PM
Friday 4th November 2022 Lugazi FC Va Kitara FC Lugazi Stadium 2:00PM Live Jinja North United FC Vs Luweero United FC – Kyabazinga Stadium, Jinja 4:00PM Live on FUFA TV
Saturday 5th November 2022 Booma FC Vs Soroti City FC Masindi Stadium 4:00PM Live on FUFA Tv
Action in the FUFA Big League continues this Thursday with mouth watering encounters expected in the matchday four pack that will witness five games broadcast live on FUFA Tv.
The biggest game will see table leaders NEC FC hosting Mbarara City at the Coffee Grounds in Bugolobi.
NEC FC leads the table with nine points and carry a 100% record while Mbarara City follow closely in third place with seven points.
Sadiq Ssempigi, the head coach at Mbarara City is well aware of what today’s opponent in NEC pose and indicated they will not take them for granted.
”We are facing table leaders who have not lost any game. We will not take chances against them and our plan is to convert all the opportunities we shall create in the game. We are targeting maximum points despite playing a very tricky side.” He stated.
His counterpart Micheal Lukyamuzi says his team is not under any pressure but only playing games as they come.
‘We are not under any pressure though Mbarara City is a more experienced team who have played at a higher level. We shall play our game and hope for the best results.
In the other games, Kyetume will be targeting to pick their first win of this season as they host Karo Karungi in Nakisunga, Mukono. Winless Ndejje University will target solace against Kataka in Njeru while Lugazi FC will be at home to Kitara FC.
Elsewhere, Northern Gateway take on Adjumani FC and Jinja North United host Luweero United.
Police FC 1-0 Kataka FC Calvary FC 2-1 Kyetume FC Ndejje Universiy FC 1-2 NEC FC Mbarara City FC 3-1 Lugazi FC Kitara FC 3-1Jinja North United FC Luweero United 2-3 Booma FC Soroti City FC 0-3 Northern Gateway FC Adjumani TC FC 1-1 Karo Karungi FC
National Enterprise Corporation Football Club (NEC) continued with their perfect start to the new FUFA Big League season after registering a 2-1 win against Ndejje University at Bombo Military Barracks.
The team needed to come from a goal down to overcome the University side.
The hosts scored first when Samuel Ngabo converted from the spot in the 5th minute.
However, NEC found the equaliser through Derrick Sekiranda in the 38th minute before second half substitute Stephen Nyaiga scored the winner in the closing stages.
The win meant NEC maintained their stay at the top of the table on nine points from three games.
At Kigaya Primary School in Hoima, striker Patrick Kaddu extended his scoring spree with a brace against Jinja North United FC.
The forward orchestrated the comeback for Kitara who had to come from a goal down.
Patrick Kaddu.
Edison Matama scored as early as the 4th minute to give the visitors a good start.
However, Kaddu scored from the spot midway the first stanza and added the other just after resumption to take his tally to seven in three games. Edson Agondeze put the icing on the cake.
The result saw Kitara FC remain second on the log with seven points, two behind leaders NEC FC.
At Soroto Municipal Stadium, the visitors of Northern Gateway up a fascinating display to dispatch Soroti City FC 3-0 thanks to goals from Emmanuel Obete, Denis Amut and Stephen Oriokot’s own goal.
In other games, Mbarara City beat Lugazi FC 3-1 courtesy of goals from Henry Kitegenyi, Ibrahim Tembo and Seiri Arigumaho while Police were victorious against Kataka in a 1-0 win.
Calvary FC defeated Kyetume 2-1, Luweero United fell 2-3 at home to Booma FC while Adjumani TC shared spoils with Karo Karungi in an all draw.
Matchday 3 Fixtures Thursday 27/10/2022 Police FC Vs Kataka FC – Kavumba RC Calvary Vs Kyetume – Midigo PS Ndejje University Vs NEC FC- Bombo Barracks Live on FUFA TV, 2PM Mbarara City FC Vs Lugazi FC- Kakyeka Kitara FC Vs Jinja North Utd – Kigaya PS Luweero United Vs Booma FC -Luweero Ground Soroti City Vs Northern Gateway- Soroti Stadium Live on FUFA TV, 4 PM Adjumani TV Vs Karo Karungi- Paridi Stadium
The FUFA Big League continues this Thursday with matchday three and eight games on the card, two of which are live on FUFA TV.
Kyetume FC play its first season game after the FUFA Assembly allowed them to play in the FUFA Big League. The Nakisunga side has traveled to Yumbe to face Church founded Calvary FC at the Midigo Primary School Play Grounds.
David Mutono the Coach of Kyetume FC is a little worried because his team is playing their first season game but confident that his team can pick positive results from their first game.
‘We are trying to recover psychologically because all hasn’t been well on our side. Many issues are beyond our reach but we shall play our role as the Technical Team and the players we prepare to get the results. I am a bit worried because it is our first game of the season though I have been following up on proceedings thus updated. Like last season, our target is to get promoted to the top flight league.’ Said Coach Mutono.
In another game, Police FC hosts Kataka FC at the Kavumba Recreation Centre in an anticipated tight encounter.
Police FC Coach Angello Lonyesi is confident that his experienced players plus the home advantage will help the Cops register maximum results.
‘I anticipate a tight encounter against Kataka at Kavumba because they are a strong team with experience in the Big League. My role and technical team is to prepare the players and it is what we have done only waiting for the day. My team is composed of both experienced players like Herman Wasswa, Samuel Kayongo and Osman Mutumba plus young players who give us a good composition of a balanced team. We have to utilise the home advantage so that we collect maximum points. All the players are in the best shape except Benon Katerega and Tonny Kiwalazzi who are nursing injuries.’ Said Lonyesi
While his counterpart Godfrey ‘Toldo’ Awachango isn’t afraid of the Cops and ready to take them on.
‘We are set and hungry for victory since we narrowly missed promotion to the StarTimes Premier League last season. We are facing an experienced team but we are also experienced thus we shall go for the match with determination.’ Said Owachango
Elsewhere, Ndejje University hosts top of the table NEC FC at the Bombo Barracks in a game Live on FUFA TV at 2 PM, Mbarara City host newcomers Lugazi FC at Kakyeeka Stadium, Kitara will entertain Jinja North United at Kigaya PS play Grounds in Hoima, Luweero United will welcome Booma FC at Luweero Grounds, Soroti City face Northern Gateway at Soroti Stadium in another Live game on FUFA TV, 4 PM while Adjumani TC will take on Karo Karungi at Paridi Stadium in Adjumani.
NEC FC is topping the table with six points, Kitara second with four the same as Luweero United and Mbarara City only separated by a goal difference occupying the second, third, and fourth positions in that order.
Kaddu Patrick of Kitara FC is the leading goal scorer with five goals, followed by Marvin Kavuma with three goals while Henry Kitegenyi of Mbarara City and Gerald Ogweti of Lugazi FC are tied on two goals each.
FUFA Big League Matchday Two Thursday 20th, October 2022 Kickoff: 4 PM
NEC Vs Police – Bugolobi Coffee Ground
Karo Karungi Vs Soroti City – St Goerge, Ibanda
Northern Gateway Vs Luweero United – UTC Stadium, Lira
Booma Vs Kitara – Masindi Stadium
Jinja North United Vs Mbarara City – Kyabazinga Stadium, Bugembe
Lugazi FC Vs Ndejje Universty FC – Lugazi Stadium
Kataka FC Vs Calvary- FUTA Technical Centre, Njeru (Live on FUFA TV)
The FUFA Big League returns this Thursday with seven encounters on card. The biggest game of matchday two is the Bunyoro Derby between Masindi based Booma FC and Hoima based Kitara FC.
The game has already gathered hype around it and what is now left is for it to live up to the billing.
Booma who are new in the FUFA Big League had a false start last week, losing 3-1 to Mbarara City FC.
Kitara FC on the other hand humbled Northern Gateway 4-0 to go top of the FUFA Big League table after matchday one.
Fred Alinaitwe who is the coach of Booma FC believes they have what it takes to humble their nemesis.
“We lost our first game against Mbarara City but that is behind us now. I told my players that we still have a long way to go. Our next game against Kitara is a tight one because it is a regional derby. We know everything about them and they also know much about us. They are a good team with experienced players but weren’t afraid to take them on. I have done my job as a coach it is now up to the boys to execute.” He said.
On the other hand, Mark Twinamatsiko is convinced Kitaara FC Mark Twinamatsiko his troops will be going for maximum points.
“We won our first game but it was against newcomers, I warned my players against complacency because we still have a long way to go. The game against Booma is like any other games only that it is a derby and we shall go aiming for maximum points because each match and points count. All my players are in the best shape and thus well prepared for the game.”
In other games, NEC FC host Police FC in Bugolobi, Karo Karungi welcomes Soroti City to Ibanda, Northern Gateway entertains Luweero United in Lira, Jinja North United plays Mbarara City at the Kyabazinga Stadium, Lugazi FC face Ndejje University while Kataka FC plays their first season game against Calvary FC at the FUFA Technical Centre.
Patrick Kaddu scored a hat trick on his debut to guide Kitara FC to victory over Northern Gateway FC as the 2022/23 FUFA Big League began on Thursday.
Kaddu who recently joined the Hoima based outfit after a loan stint at KCCA FC from RS Berkene took no time to announce his arrival at Kitara FC.
The lethal striker who had scored some goals in pre season, officially opened his account on Thursday.
The other goal for Kitara was scored by Edson Agondeze in what was a one sided affair.
Elsewhere, Luwero United saw off new comers Kaaro Karungi in style, winning 3-1 thanks to goals from Musa Mugerwa, Derrick Mudali and Joseph Nkabirwa.
Luwero United FC players celebrate one of their goals against Kaaro Karungi FC.
Kaaro Karungi got their consolation goal through Denis Kalanzi.
Emmanuel Mugume’s 8th minute goal was enough to guide Police FC past a hard fighting Lugazi FC in Kavumba while the game between Ndejje University and Jinja North United ended in a barren stalemate.
Mbarara City were 3-1 winners over Booma FC in the game played at Kakyeka Stadium.
Henry Kitegenyi scored twice before Sadat Nsubuga added the other goal.
Booma FC got their consolation goal through Denis Omedi.
NEC FC won 2-1 at Calvary FC while Soroti FC got better of Adjumani FC, winning with the same scoreline.
Matchday two games will be played next week on Thursday with the key game being the Bunyoro derby between Booma FC and Kitara FC.
Police FC Vs Lugazi FC – Kavumba Recreation Centre (Live on FUFA Tv)
Ndejje University FC Vs Jinja North United FC- Bombo Military Grounds
Mbarara City FC Vs Booma FC – Kakyeka Stadium
Kitara FC Vs Northern Gateway FC – Kigaya PS Grounds
Luwero United FC Vs Kaaro Karungi FC– Luwero Play Grounds
Soroti City FC Vs Adjumani TC FC- Soroti Municipal Stadium
The 2022/2023 FUFA Big League season gets underway this Thursday (today) with thrilling action expected across the country.
Many of the teams will seek to start on a perfect note in order to achieve the ultimate target of promotion to the StarTimes Uganda Premier League at the end of the season.
Police FC taking on Lugazi FC is one of the games expected to be closely contested.
The Cops who got relegated from the top division last season would want to bounce back straight and collecting points as early as possible is important.
Their massive recruitment tells it all with 16 new players confirmed early this week.
Coach Angelo Lonyesi told www.fufa.co.ug that the team’s ambition is to return to the top flight and it is the reason for the massive recruitment.
‘Our main ambition is to return to the top-flight league. I am glad that the new recruits have quickly adapted and ready to execute. It is a marathon thus we need to treat each game as a final. We are looking forward to our first encounter against Lugazi FC which is a good team according to their preparations thus we can not underestimate them,’ he said.
On the other hand, Lugazi FC are a new team on the rise and their remarkable journey from the regional League last season was able to earn them promotion to FUFA Big League.
Coincidentally, they will play their first FUFA Big League game at Kavumba Creation Ground, a place where they confirmed their promotion.
Coach Shafik Karim says they are not under any pressure because the team’s ambition is to survive relegation this season.
‘We are now in the second division thus there is a lot to learn. We won’t play under pressure but we shall always give our best to get good results with the main aim of surviving relegation.’ He stated.
The other games on Saturday will see Calvary FC hosting NEC FC in Yumbe, Ndejje University take on new comers Jinja North United while Kitara FC will be up against Northern Gateway FC.
Elsewhere, Mbarara City take on Booma FC, Luwero United face Kaaro Karungi while Soroti FC host Adjumani TC FC.
The top three teams at the end of the season are promoted to the StarTimes Uganda Premier League with the bottom three relegated to their respective regional Leagues.
2021/22 StarTimes FUFA Big League Winners Blacks Power FC have officially been crowned at Akiibua Stadium in Lira City.
In a function held on Friday morning, Blacks Power FC received the trophy and medals for a spirited campaign that saw them clinch the title on the final day of the season.
Blacks Power FC players celebrate after receiving the trophy.
To emerge winners, Blacks Power came from a goal down against Luweero United FC to win 2-1 thanks to a brace from Michael Siwu.
Blacks Power fans came in big numbers to be part of the crowning moment.
FUFA 2nd Vice President, Darius Mugoye Kitibwa represented FUFA President, Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim as the guest of honor at the awarding ceremony and he was accompanied by a strong delegation from the Federation that included FUFA CEO, Edgar Watson Ssubi, FUFA Executive Committee Members Rogers Mulindwa, Agnes Mugena (Chairperson of Blacks Power FC) and Dan Obote.
FUFA 2nd Vice President, Darius Mugoye Kitibwa addressing the people at Akiibua Stadium.
National Council of Sports was represented by General Secretary, Dr. Patrick Bernard Ogwel while the local leadership was represented by Resident City Commissioner (RCC) Lira City, Lawrence Egole.
Adrine Nsubuga, the StarTimes Vice President, Uganda represented the sponsors.
FUFA Executive Committee Member, Dan Obote.
While delivering his speech, Mugoye congratulated Blacks Power FC for reaching this milestone and indicated their hard work paid off.
FUFA 2nd Vice President, Darius Mugoye handing over the trophy to Blacks Power FC captain.
“I want to convey a congratulatory message from the FUFA President and on my own behalf I would like to laud you for earning promotion. It is a milestone worth celebrating because this season was competitive and had to go to the final day to determine the three teams,” he stated.
Dignitaries following proceedings at Akiibua Stadium.
“This has definitely come with a lot of hard work and sacrifices especially from the management of the team and the players on pitch. We wish the best at the top and Lira City that has been for long yearning to have a team in the Uganda Premier League.”
Dr. Ogwel who is a shareholder in Blacks Power represented NCS indicated government has consorted efforts to promote and develop sports.
NCS General Secretary, Dr. Patrick Bernard Ogwel.
“I want to thank FUFA for making football present in every part of Uganda. The people of Lira are now proud to have a team in the Uganda Premier League. And as government there is willingness and commitment to develop sports by increasing funding, formulating good policies and improving Infrastructure.” He said.
Dr. Ogwel gave away a bull for roasting.
Mulindwa, the Vice Chairperson, FUFA Competitions Committee indicated the 2021/22 season was successful and got a lot of attraction given the stiff competition.
FUFA Executive Committee Member Rogers Mulindwa.
“The League put the people on tenter hooks and even on the last day, the promotion slots were not yet determined. The broadcasting of games even offered more coverage and we can only hope for better next season.”
Agnes Mugena, the Club chairperson took the fans who were at Akiibua Stadium through the journey they have moved since inception in 2006 and how the team eventually rebranded from Bukedea Town Council FC to Blacks Power FC.
FUFA Executive Committee Member, Agnes Mugena who is also the Chairperson of Blacks Power FC.
“The journey to the top has indeed been long and not an easy one. I remember last year, the team transfered here after FUFA deemed our pitch I Bukedea not fit to host games. We had three options, Lira, Gulu and FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru but luckily we chose Lira. The people of this region have embraced the team and supported it all the way. We promise you that the team will remain here forever.” Said an extremely happy Mugena.
Lira RCC Engole asserted that the club fully belongs to the people of Lira and the love showed during the second division games will even multiply.
Lira City Resident City Commissioner, Lawrence Egole.
StarTimes Uganda, Vice President, Aldrine Nsubuga commended Northern Uganda for loving domestic competitions and indicated the numbers reflect whenever games are broadcast.
StarTimes Uganda Vice President, Aldrine Nsubuga.
“The most passionate fans we have come from Northern Uganda. The days when we have the best subscription numbers are when a team from this side is playing. With Blacks Power now joining the StarTimes Uganda Premier League, the following will definitely increase.” He said.
To clinch the title, Blacks Power FC collected 39 points from 20 games, finishing a point above Maroons FC who joined them alongside Kyetume FC as the three teams that were promoted to next season’s Uganda Premier League.
Some of the Blacks Power players posing for a photo with the trophy.
For emerging Winners, Blacks Power FC will receive a cash prize of UGX 10M.
In the individual awards, Blacks Power’s Michael Siwu emerged as the Most Valuable Player (MVP) while his teammate Emmanuel Odongkara was named the best goalkeeper.
Michael Siwu (Left) and Emmanuel Odongkara pose with their accolades.
Maroons FC striker Fred Amaku took the golden boot with 15 goals while Ndejje University FC who had only 14 bookings received the Fair play Award that came with UGX, 2M.
FUFA Professional Leagues Manager, Shawn Mubiru receives the too scorer gong on behalf of Fred Amaku from FUFA CEO, Edgar Watson.
For the individual awards, each plaque came with a cash prize of UGX 1M that will be wired to the player’s bank accounts.
Michael Siwu receives a Satellite dish from StarTimes- Uganda Vice President, Aldrine Nsubuga.
The sponsors, StarTimes also gave Satellite dish and decoders to each of the winners including FUFA Competitions Officer Phoebe Kutamba who was appreciated for her incredible work.
Individual Awards MVP – Michael Siwu (Blacks Power FC) Top scorer – Fred Amaku (Maroons FC) Best Goalkeeper – Emmanuel Odongkara (Blacks Power FC) Fair play Award – (Ndejje University FC)
StarTimes FUFA Big League Matchday 20 Results Kataka FC 2-3 Kyetume FC Blacks Power FC 2-1 Luweero United FC Ndejje University FC 5-0 Kitara FC Nyamityobora FC 0-5 Maroons FC Calvary FC vs MYDA FC (MYDA FC never showed up)
Blacks Power FC, Maroons FC and Kyetume FC are the three teams that have earned sporting promotion to next season’s StarTimes Uganda Premier League.
The aforementioned teams won their respective games on the final day of the 2021/22 StarTimes FUFA Big League season to attain the ultimate target.
In Lira, Blacks Power FC needed to come from a goal down to edge Luweero United FC at a soggy Akiibua Stadium following a heavy downpour on Thursday afternoon.
Blacks Power players laud their fans after the game.
Brian Kone fired Luweero United into the lead a few minutes into the second half but a double from Michael Siwu ensured Blacks Power staged a comeback to eventually claim maximum points.
Action between Blacks Power FC and Luweero United at a soggy Akiibua Stadium.
The win meant Blacks Power topped the log on 39 points after 20 games, finishing a point above Maroons FC who won 5-0 away to Nyamityobora FC.
The Prison Warders survived an early scare when goalkeeper Emmanuel Akol saved a penalty before Fred Amaku, Belmos Opio, Solomon Walusimbi, Hadadi Kambugu and Bruno scored a goal apiece.
Maroons players celebrate one of their five goals.
The third promotion slot was taken by Kyetume FC who defeated Kataka FC 3-2 at Mbale Municipal Stadium.
Action between Kataka FC and Kyetume FC at Mbale Municipal Stadium.
Kyetume led 3-0 at the break with goals coming from Ezra Bida, Ezra Kaye Kizito and Sharif Ssaka scored a goal apiece.
However, Kataka FC attempted to mount a comeback but could only score two goals in the second half through Emmanuel Mukisa and Francis Odongo.
Kataka FC therefore finished the season in 4th place on 36 points.
In the relegation mix, Ndejje University won 5-0 at home against Kitara FC to survive relegation. The win lifted them to 26 points, one above Proline FC who got relegated.
Ndejje University FC players celebrate after scoring against Kitara FC
Luweero United despite losing 2-1 did not get relegated because of a superior goal difference. They had (-4) compared to Proline’s (-7).
The game between Calvary FC and MYDA FC slated to take place at Greenlight Stadium in Arua did not take place because the latter never showed up.
Proline therefore joined MYDA FC and Nyamityobora FC as the three teams relegated to respective regional Leagues.
Ndejje University Vs Kitara- Arena of Visions, Ndejje
Kataka Vs Kyetume- Mbale Municipal Stadium, Mbale
Black Power Vs Luweero United- Akibua Memorial Stadium, Lira
It is either now or never as four teams tussle it out for the three promotional slots to the StarTimes Uganda Premier League and winning the 2021/2022 championship while others are fighting relegation to stay in the StarTimes FUFA Big League.
Current table standings
The games to watch as the season concludes are Kataka Vs Kyetume at the Mbale Municipal Stadium, Blacks Power Vs Luweero United at the Akibua Memorial Stadium, Nyamityobora Vs Maroons at the Kakyeeka Stadium and Ndejje University hosting Kitara at the Arena of Visions in Ndejje.
Kataka FC Vs Kyetume FC A do or die encounter with all teams eyeing nothing than victory to guarantee their promotion to the top flight League.
Kyetume FC players celebrating one of their goals.
The previous games weren’t good for the two with Kataka picking just a point off Blacks Power while Kyetume shockingly lost to relegation bound Proline at their own backyard.
The hosts sit on top of the log with thirty six (36) points while the visiting side is fourth on the table with thirty four (34) points. A draw will be to Kataka’s advantage while Kyetume need nothing than a win to confirm their return to the only league that matters.
What both coaches say Godfrey ‘Toldo’ Owachango the Kataka Coach ‘The game means alot to everyone at the team but that doesn’t mean we are under too much pressure. It is our opponent under the pressure because they only need a win whereas a draw is enough for us. We have set the players ready and their responses is positive thus looking forward for the game’
David Mutono the Kyetume FC Coach ‘ We have played all games as finals but the only difference this time is we are playing the final decisive game against the the table leaders. We all want the results and the best team which is us will emerge victorious. We won the first round encounter and they know we are stronger. Unfortunately we lost a game against Proline because I was away for a Coaching course but now I’ve been around to prepare the my boys. The loss was a wakeup call therefore we shall come with no other intentions than winning.’
Blacks Power Vs Luweero United This is another anticipated thrilling encounter with both teams having genuine reasons to collect maximum points. The Lira based hosts are promotion contenders while the visiting Kosovo Boys need atleast a point to survive relegation.
Blacks Power FC
The Vialli Bainomugisha Coached Blacks Power is second on the table with thirty six (36) points the same with table leaders Kataka FC also same goal difference but separated by the goals scored while Luweero United is seventh on the table after collecting twenty five (25) points.
Coach Vialli Bainomugisha while speaking with www.fufa.co.ug highlighted the importance of the game to him, Players, officials and the entire Lango community.
‘This is a cup final and game changer for the me, players fans and the entire Lango Community. Luweero is a strong team thus we won’t take it for granted which means we shall have to work hard to win the game. We have psychological, physically and mentally set the players ready for the game and they know how important and what it means not only to them but the entire community. The game is so tricky on our side because anything can happen in football and there also other game finals else where which we have to monitor. Therefore we have to utilise all the chances we shall create and score to be safe.’ Said Vialli Bainomugisha
Nyamityobora Vs Maroons It seems a walk in the park for the visiting Prisons side because the hosting Mbarara based team are playing for pride after confirming their relegation to the Western Regional League next season. The third placed Maroons need to win the game to be assured of the place in the SUPL come next season.
Maroons players celebrate one of their goals.
Ndejje Vs Kitara This is a one game to determine Ndejje’s future in the StarTimes FUFA Big League. The University side which has collected twenty three (23) points need a win to surpass Proline FC which has collected twenty five (25) points. The opponents of Calvary have nothing to lose and safe with twenty seven points on the log.
