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  • Stanbic Uganda Cup: Arua Hill Bow out, Express And UPDF March On | 49th Edition

    Stanbic Uganda Cup: Arua Hill Bow out, Express And UPDF March On | 49th Edition

    The round of 64 of the Stanbic Uganda Cup continued today as six teams were in action.

    Lira-based Elite FC eliminated Arua Hill SC in a match that was held at the Lira Integrated School playground. The home side scored first in the 11th minute, and Innocent Media leveled the score in the 29th minute. The StarTimes Uganda Premier League side scored one penalty out of five while the home side sloted twice.

    Express FC and UPDF FC qualified for the next round after eliminating Kajjansi United FC and Bushenyi Veterans FC, respectively.

    Kajjansi United FC pulled one goal back in the 85th minute but that couldn’t cancel out the two goals Express FC already had.

    The Bushenyi Veterans FC-UPDF FC match was decided by spot kicks after it ended goalless.

    Results – February 5th, 2023

    1. Bushenyi Veterans FC 0(1)-)(4) UPDF FC, Bushenyi Stadium
    2. Elite FC 1(2)-1(1) Arua Hill SC, Lira Intergrated School
    3. Kajjansi United FC 1-2 Express FC, Uganda Clays Ground

    Next Matches – February 6th, 2023 (4:00 PM)

    1. Uganda Pentecostal University v URA FC, Buhinga Stadium
    2. Kampala JT v KCCA FC, Bugolobi Coffee Grounds
    3. Budondo United FC v Calvary FC, Budondo Subcounty
  • Stanbic Uganda Cup: Soltilo Bright Stars eliminate Nakapelimen | 49th Edition

    Stanbic Uganda Cup: Soltilo Bright Stars eliminate Nakapelimen | 49th Edition

    StarTimes Uganda Premier League side Soltilo Bright Stars FC scored eight goals past Moroto based non-league side Nakapelimen FC in a match that was played at Naetawae Primary School.

    An opening goal from Ibrahim Kasinde, a hattrick from Emmanuel Loki and a goal Denis Omony gave the visitors the edge at the half hour mark.

    In the second half, a brace from Sam Senyonjo and a goal by Ibrahim Kasinde sealed the scoreline 8–0.

    Elsewhere, Paidha Black Angels SC, Onduparaka FC, Bunyaruguru United FC and Mbarara City FC eliminated Kyetume FC, Pakwach Young Stars SC, Kaaro Karungi FC and SC Tawai, respectively.

    Results – February 4th, 2023

    Paidha Black Angels FC 0(5)-0(4) Kyetume FC, Barokoro Ground – Zombo
    Packwach young Stars FC 0-1 Onduparaka FC, St. Mary’s Omach Ground
    Bunyaruguru United FC 2-0 Kaaro karungi FC, Nyakasharu Playground- Rubirizi
    SC Tawai 0-1 Mbarara City FC, Angwecibange P/S Ground – Dokolo
    Nakapelimen FC 0-8 Soltilo Bright Stars FC, Naetawae P/S Ground, Moroto

    Next Matches -February 5th, 2023 (4:00 PM)

    1. Bushenyi Veterans FC v UPDF FC, Bushenyi Stadium
    2. Elite FC v Arua Hill SC, Lira Intergrated School
    3. Kajjansi United FC v Express FC, Uganda Clays Ground
  • Stanbic Uganda Cup: Wakiso Giants and four more teams qualify for round of 32 | 49th Edition

    Stanbic Uganda Cup: Wakiso Giants and four more teams qualify for round of 32 | 49th Edition

    The list of teams that are to take part in the Round of 32 is taking shape as five more join in.

    Mbale Heroes FC overcame Araka FC 2–0 at the Mbale Municipal Stadium in a match that was televised by FUFA Tv. Junior Mukisa headed home the first goal, and the visiting side’s fate was sealed by Akiram Muzanyi in the 27th minute.

    Booma FC lost to Kigezi Highlands FC 2–1 through goals from Seremba Joseph and Mutungi Muniru. Agaba Ashiraf scored for the visitors before the halftime whistle was blown, but it wasn’t enough to give his side the nod to the next round.

    At the UICT Grounds, Water FC lost to FUFA Big League side Lugazi FC 5–4 in a match that was determined by spot kicks. At full time, the score read 1–1.

    Wakiso Giants FC won their encounter against Fort Portal Boda Boda FC 3–1. The purple sharks were two goals up at the half time mark. In the second half, the home side pulled back one only for their fate to be sealed by Frank Ssebuufu in the 87th minute. Moses Aliro and Norman Ojik scored the other two goals for the visiting side.

    Adjumani Town Council FC eliminated Simba FC 4–2 after spot kicks. At full time, the score read 1–1.

    Results – February 3rd, 2023

    1. Mbale Heroes FC 2–0 Araka FC
    2. Kigezi Homeboyz FC 2–1 Booma FC
    3. Simba FC 1(2)–1(4) Adjumani Town Council FC
    4. JLOS FC – Busoga United FC
    5. Water FC 1(4)–1(5) Lugazi FC
    6. Fort Portal Boda Boda FC 1–3 Wakiso Giants FC

    Next Matches – February 4th, 2023

    1. Paidha Black Angels FC v Kyetume FC, Barokoro Ground – Zombo
    2. Packwach young Stars FC v Onduparaka FC, St. Mary’s Omach Ground
    3. Bunyaruguru United FC v Kaaro karungi FC, Nyakasharu Playground- Rubirizi
    4. SC Tawai v Mbarara City FC, Angwecibange P/S Ground – Dokolo
    5. Nakapelimen FC v Soltilo Bright Stars FC, Naetawae P/S Ground, Moroto
  • Stanbic Uganda Cup: Four Teams Proceed To The Round of 32 | 49th Edition

    Stanbic Uganda Cup: Four Teams Proceed To The Round of 32 | 49th Edition

    Kisugu United FC, Blacks Power FC, Kiyinda Boys FC and Gorilla Highlands SC are the latest teams to qualify for the Round of 32.

    The Luzira-based side, Maroons FC, lost 2-1 to Kisugu United FC; a team that plays in the Kampala Regional League while fellow StarTimes Uganda Premier League side, Blacks Power FC, won their match by a goal to march on.

    Kiyinda Boys FC and Gorilla Highlands SC knocked out Gadaffi FC and Kataka FC, respectively, with the visiting sides failing to score a goal.

    Thursday, 2nd February 2023 – Results

    1. Kisugu United FC 2-1 Maroons FC
    2. Bukedea Central FC 0-1 Blacks Power FC
    3. Kiyinda Boys FC 1-0 Gaddafi FC
    4. Gorilla Highlands SC 2-0 Kataka FC

    The teams that have qualified for the Round of 32 include;

    1. Pajule Lions FC (Northern 5th Division League)
    2. Junior Eagles FC (North East Regional League)
    3. Kitara FC (FUFA Big League)
    4. Bluestar FC (Kitara Regional League)
    5. Admin FC (Eastern Regional League)
    6. BUL FC (StarTimes Uganda Premier League)
    7. Ndejje University FC (FUFA Big League)
    8. Vipers SC (StarTimes Uganda Premier League)
    9. Jinja North United FC (FUFA Big League)
    10. Police FC (FUFA Big League)
    11. SC Villa (StarTimes Uganda Premier League)
    12. Kisugu United FC (Kampala Reigonal League)
    13. Blacks Power FC (StarTimes Uganda Premier League)
    14. Kiyinda Boys FC (Buganda Regional League)
    15. Gorilla Highlands SC (Western Regional League)

    Matches – Friday, 3rd February 2023 | 4:00 PM

    1. Mbale Heroes FC v Araka FC – Mbale Municipal Stadium, Mbale (TV)
    2. Kigezi homeboyz FC v Booma FC – Kabale Municipal Stadium, Kabale
    3. Simba FC v Adjumani T/C FC – Namulonge Ground, Gayaza
    4. JLOS FC v Busoga United FC – Booma Grounds, Kitgum
    5. Water FC v Lugazi FC – UICT Ground
    6. Fort Portal Boda Boda FC v Wakiso Giants FC – Buhinga Stadium
  • Stanbic Uganda Cup: Police and SC Villa march to the next round | 49th Edition

    Stanbic Uganda Cup: Police and SC Villa march to the next round | 49th Edition

    FUFA Big League side Police FC and StarTimes Uganda Premier League side SC Villa are the latest teams to qualify for the Round of 32.

    A lone goal from Joseph Ssentume in the 66th minute sealed the fate of Apuutun FC after he capitalized on Benard Kateregga’s corner kick in the early kickoff match.

    SC Villa won 6-0 at King’s Park as Kireka United FC hosted them. Rogers Kiwanuka and Hassan Musana scored braces, and Charles Bbaale scored a goal. The home side conceeded an own goal in the second half through Yaweh Twaha.

    The teams that have qualified for the Round of 32 include;

    1. Pajule Lions FC (Northern 5th Division League)
    2. Junior Eagles FC (North East Regional League)
    3. Kitara FC (FUFA Big League)
    4. Bluestar FC (Kitara Regional League)
    5. Admin FC (Eastern Regional League)
    6. BUL FC (StarTimes Uganda Premier League)
    7. Ndejje University FC (FUFA Big League)
    8. Vipers SC (StarTimes Uganda Premier League)
    9. Jinja North United FC (FUFA Big League)
    10. Police FC (FUFA Big League)
    11. SC Villa (StarTimes Uganda Premier League)

    Next matches – 2nd February 2023

    1. Kisugu FC v Maroons FC – Bugolobi Coffee Grounds (2:00 PM) FUFA TV
    2. Kiyinda Boys FC v Gaddafi FC – Ssaza Ground, Mityana (4:00 PM)
    3. Bukedea Central FC v Blacks Power FC – Emokori ground, Bukedea (4:00 PM) FUFA TV
    4. Gorrilla Highland SC v Kataka FC – Mashaka Playground, Kisoro (4:00 PM)
  • Stanbic Uganda Cup: Round of 64 Draws | 49th Edition

    Stanbic Uganda Cup: Round of 64 Draws | 49th Edition

    On Tuesday, January 24, 2023, the 49th edition Stanbic Uganda Cup round of 64 draws were held at the FUFA Complex.

    FUFA Competitions Director Aisha Nalule conducted the draw in the presence of FUFA 3rd Vice President Hon. Florence Nakiwala Kiyingi, and Stanbic Bank Brand and Marketing Manager, Diana Kahunde.

    “A record 308 teams competed in the Regional Preliminaries to determine which 33 teams joined the StarTimes Uganda Premier League and Big League sides in the Round of 64” – Aisha Nalule, Competitions Director.

    “This is an increase from the 249 teams that competed in the previous season (2021/22) and the 159 teams that competed in the 2019/20 season” – Aisha Nalule added.

    “We have been here since 2018 and we commit to continue supporting the competition.” – Diana Kahunde, Brand and Marketing Manager – Stanbic Bank Uganda.

    “I encourage parents to involve children in sports. There is a lot of hidden talent in the country” Diana Kahunde added.

    FUFA 3rd Vice President – Hon. Florence Nakiwala Kiyingi

    Full Draws

    1. Pajule Lions FC v NEC
    2. Kajansi United FC v Express FC
    3. Blue Star FC v Luweero United FC
    4. Fort Portal Boda Boda FC v Wakiso Giants FC
    5. Apuutun FC v Police FC
    6. Kireka United FC v SC Villa
    7. Kiyinda Boys FC v Gaddafi FC
    8. Kigezi Homeboyz FC v Booma FC
    9. Ntinda United FC v Ndejje University FC
    10. SC Tawai v Mbarara City FC
    11. Budondo United FC v Calvary FC
    12. Busei FC v Jinja North United FC
    13. Bujumbura FC v Vipers SC
    14. Junior Eagles FC v Soroti FC
    15. Bushenyi Veterans FC v UPDF FC
    16. Bukedea Central FC v Blacks Power FC
    17. Paidha Black Angels SC v Kyetume FC
    18. Simba FC v Adjumani Town Council FC
    19. JLOS FC v Busoga United FC
    20. Sparks SC v BUL FC
    21. Gorilla Highlands SC v Kataka FC
    22. Kisugu United FC v Maroons FC
    23. Free Stars FC v Kitara FC
    24. Admin FC v Northern Gateway SC
    25. Water FC v Lugazi FC
    26. Uganda Pentecostal University v URA FC
    27. Mbale Heroes FC v Araka FC
    28. Nakapelimen FC v Soltilo bright Stars FC
    29. Packwach Youngstars SC v Onduparaka FC
    30. Bunyaruguru United FC v Kaaro Karungi FC
    31. Elite FC v Arua Hill SC
    32. KJT FC v KCCA FC

    The round of 64 will be played between January 27, 2023 and Febuary 3, 2023.

    The Final of the 49th Edition will be held at Akii-Bua Memorial Stadium, Lira.

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  • Stanbic Uganda Cup: Record number in Regional Preliminaries

    Stanbic Uganda Cup: Record number in Regional Preliminaries

    The 2022/23 season proper of the Stanbic Bank Uganda Cup gets underway this month with a record 308 teams having competed in the Regional Preliminaries to determine which 33 teams joined the StarTimes Uganda Premier League and Big League sides in the Round of 64.

    The 308 teams competing in the Regional Preliminaries is an increase from the 249 teams that competed in the previous season (2021/22) and the 159 teams that competed in the 2019/20 season.

    Kampala Region had the highest number of teams in the Preliminary Round with 50 teams competing followed by West Nile Region that had 46 teams. Buganda Region had 41 teams while Northern and Eastern each had 40 teams competing. Kitara, Western and Eastern regions had 33, 30 and 28 teams respectively competing within their regions.

    The growth in the number of team is testament to the transformation of the competition since the coming on board of Stanbic Bank as title sponsors in 2018 and Kansai Plascon as co-sponsors in 2021 which has seen the prize money for the competition grow from UGX 90 million in 2018 to UGX 120 million in 2019 to UGX 166 million in 2021 and UGX 179 million in 2022.

    Draws for the Stanbic Bank Round of 64 are scheduled for tomorrow Tuesday 24th January 2023 at FUFA House at 10:30am with matches scheduled to be played between 28th January and 6th February 2023.

    Kampala Region (5)
    Kireka United FC
    Ntinda United FC
    Kisugu United FC
    Water FC
    KJT

    Buganda Region (5)
    Free Stars FC
    Simba FC
    Kiyinda Boys FC
    Kajjansi United FC
    Sparks SC

    Eastern Region (4)
    Admin FC
    Mbale Heroes FC
    Budondo United FC
    Busei FC

    Kitara Region (4)
    BlueStar FC
    Bujumbura Utd SC
    Fort Portal Boda Boda FC
    Uganda Pentecostal University FC

    North Eastern Region (4)
    Bukedea Central FC
    Junior Eagles FC
    Apuutun FC
    Nakapelimen FC

    Northern Region (4)
    JLOS FC
    Pajule Lions FC
    Elite FC
    SC Tawai

    West Nile Region (3)
    Araka FC
    Paidha Black Angels SC
    Pakwach Young Stars SC

    Western Region (4)
    Kigezi HomeBoyz FC
    Bunyaruguru United FC
    Bushenyi Veterans FC
    Gorilla Highlands SC

  • Stanbic Uganda Cup: Holders Proline FC, KCCA FC sail through to quarterfinal phase

    Stanbic Uganda Cup: Holders Proline FC, KCCA FC sail through to quarterfinal phase

     

    Stanbic Uganda Cup

    Round of 16 Results

    Dove FC 0-1 KCCA FC

    Kyetume FC 1(5) – 1(4) Maroons FC

    Kiboga Young/ Mbale Heroes 0-1 Proline FC

    Light SS 1-0 UPDF FC

    Tooro United FC 1-2 Kitara FC

    Kataka FC 1-0 Free Stars FC

    Stanbic Uganda Cup holders Proline FC progressed to the quarterfinal stage after overcoming FUFA Big League entity, Kiboga Young/ Mbale Heroes FC over the weekend.

    The Lugogo based side ensured their journey to defend the title remained on course with a hard-fought win over Kiboga Young/ Mbale Heroes FC on Saturday in the game played at Mbale Municipal stadium.

    Experienced striker Hamis ‘Diego’ Kizza scored the solitary goal of the game to guide Proline FC to victory.

    In the same vein, joint record holders (ten times), KCCA FC negotiated past Dove FC on Friday courtesy of Sadat Anaku’s 12th minute header. The striker nodded home from Filbert Obenchan’s cross.

    Dove FC ended the game with a player less after Ivan Busingye was sent off for a stamp on Ibrahim Juma in the 70th minute.

    In the other round of 16 games played over the weekend, Isaac Odeke was the hero for Light SS as his goal helped the Soroti based outfit to overcome UPDF FC.

    Kataka FC defeated Free Stars FC from Mukono district with Emmanuel Mukisa netting the lone goal of the game.

    Kitara FC stunned StarTimes Uganda Premier League side Tooro United FC in their own backyard (St. Paul’s Seminary, Fort Portal), winnig the game 2-1.

    Geoffrey Abigaba and Maxwell Owachgiu scored a goal apiece for Kitara FC while Yaffesi Mubiru got the consolation for Tooro United FC.

    The all- StarTimes Uganda Premier League affair between Kyetume FC and Maroons FC ended in a stalemate and the winner was determined on kicks from the spot.

    Normal time ended in a one all draw with Baker Buyala and Abraham Tusubira scoring for Kyetume FC and Maroons FC respectively.

    Kyetume FC, however held their nerves to win the tense penalty shootout 5-4 and advance to the quarterfinal stage.

    Games between Wakiso Giants FC vs URA FC and SC Villa vs Mbarara City FC will be played at a later date which is yet to be confirmed.

    The aforementioned teams have players on the national team that is currently in camp preparing for Championship of African Nations (CHAN).