MATCH REPORT: BUSOGA UNITED 1-1 BUL FC

BUL FC played out a 1-1 draw with Busoga United at Kakindu stadium in the Jinja derby that saw three penalties on Friday, one was saved.

Simeon Masaba’s side opened the scoring midway the first half with an outstanding spot kick from Ibrahim Kazindula and they defended brilliantly throughout the opening period and restricted the hosts to very little in front of goal.

But Busoga did level the game in the second half through Laban Tibita’s strike also from the spot as both sides shared the spoils.

It was however not the best start for a derby with nothing of note to bring the atmosphere to life although there were thrills as the game phased out.

While it took long for BUL to settle, the first opportunity of the evening fell to the hosts when the Eastern Giants were caught in possession high up the pitch, which allowed Busoga to thread to Rashid Mpata, whose close-range effort flew over the bar.

The home side then continued to threaten and came close once again through Peter Onzima whose inviting cross sailed wide.

The Eastern Giants had to wait until the 22nd minute to create a realistic goal scoring opportunity – Ibrahim Nsimbe combined with Ibrahim Mugulusi to release Reagan Kalyowa on the left but the youngster lost his balance before unleashing a shot.

A little while after and following a free kick situation, Ronald Otti was hurled to ground and the referee awarded a penalty to the Eastern Giants which needed three minutes to be taken after tempers hit a high mark on the pitch.

Kazindula however held his breath and planted a cool one beyond Michael Lutaaya to give BUL the lead.

Their eagerness to double the advantage saw them become more dangerous as the first half progressed, and they were unfortunate not to score a second six minutes off the half hour when Hillary Onek’s sublime free kick was brushed wide by Kazindula.

Busoga hit back in the second half after Kazindula was penalized for a handball in the box to allow Laban Tibita to equalize for the hosts from the spot on 51 minutes.

They almost went ahead two minutes after the hour, after Richard Ayiko gifted another penalty to the hosts when he shoved Peter Onzima in the forbidden area.

But this time Saidi Keni stood too big between the uprights to deny Tibita a brace with a comfortable save.

As the game wore on, there were promising moments for each side to win it all but they all held their rear sides tight to share the points. The result grants the Eastern Giants the chance to remain 5th on the table after 22 rounds with 31 points.

Bright Stars will be the next opponent for BUL next week on Friday.

Starting XI:

Saidi Keni(GK), Walter Ochora, Richard Ayiko, Ronald Otti, Pascal Ngobi, Jerome Kirya, Ibrahim Mugulusi (Richard Wandyaka 60′),Ibrahim Kazindula (Anthony Mayanja 65′), Hillary Onek, Reagan Kalyowa (Martin Aprem 60′), Ibrahim Nsimbe.

Substitutes:

Tom Ikara,Vicent Zziwa, Aggrey Madoi, George Kasonko.

MATCH PREVIEW: BUSOGA UNITED VS BUL FC

Friday April 21, 2023
Uganda Premier League
Busoga United Vs BUL FC
Kakindu Stadium
Kick-off: 4pm

The Eastern Giants are back in league action on Friday, taking on Busoga United in another Jinja derby at the familiar ground – Kakindu stadium.

Eight days after quitting the Uganda cup, Simeon Masaba’s men will be looking to respond from the quarter final 2-1 defeat at Police FC.

Things have not been the best in the league either, therefore, they will also be seeking to record their first victory of the second round to put the seven game winless run to a distant memory.

BUL sat second on the table by the end of the first round but three draws and four losses in seven matches has seen them drop to fifth place with 30 points– 13 behind leaders SC Villa.

Busoga were beaten 3-0 by Express on Tuesday with Denis Otim, Joseph Akandwanaho and Enock Ssebagala scoring for the red eagles.

Vicent Lukyamuzi’s men are fighting for their lives in the relegation zone of the league table, sitting 13th out of 15 teams, and they will also be desperate for the three points against BUL to steer clear of the danger.

They are three points better of Blacks Power but they need to improve on their 22 points tally to guarantee topflight football next season.

Both sides met in November last year for the reverse fixture and BUL were 2-0 winners at FUFA technical centre in Njeru.

Team News

A further boost has been handed to the squad prior to the game, with defenders – Walter Ochora and Ronald Otti returning to full fitness and in contention for a place on the team tomorrow.

Midfielders – Ibrahim Kazindula and Emmanuel Kalyowa are also back from suspension.

Emmanuel Obua is definitely out with an injury, while goalkeeper Emmanuel Kalyowa is down because of illness but nobody else is expected to be missing.

Assistant coach Dan Kabbale briefed the media before the big game, and he said this is the game we have to win.

It’s a game we have to win and it’s a game we want to win because we have been having a bad run,” he said.

Not a crisis like people think, it’s just a bad run because we were in a better place before. So, we are just having a bad run.”

We hope to win tomorrow because we have prepared the boys very well – both mentally and physically and we hope for the best.”

BUL has been one of the best scoring teams but we just got a bad moment because of injuries. So we have tried to work on scoring and finishing as well, and goals are going to come tomorrow.”

Captain Saidi Keni shares the opinion of the coach and he is confident the forwards will begin firing again tomorrow.

As players, we have prepared very well. We have gone seven games without winning and it had become psychological that we don’t win,” he said.

But coaches have worked on our mental aspect, and even us as players have had a chat and we tasked ourselves to win tomorrow’s derby.”

It has been a torrid time for our forwards but coaches have done enough to work on their scoring and we believe goals will come tomorrow and in plenty.

Head to Head

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This fixture has produced 14 meetings between the two teams in all competitions, resulting into five wins for BUL, three victories for Busoga and six draws.

Last four encounters

December 07, 2021

BUL FC 5-0 Busoga United

February 25, 2022

Busoga United 0-3 BUL FC

March 25, 2022

Busoga United 1-1 BUL FC

November 25, 2023

BUL FC 2-0 Busoga United

Match facts

It is only two wins for BUL, having drawn three and lost five in ten away league matches. The wins came against Blacks Power (5-0) and Arua Hill (1-0) in October and December of the previous year.

Out of the seven second round matches, BUL have scooped three draws only with the last league game victory being the 5-0 triumph over Maroons midway December.

They have also kept only seven clean sheets in 21 outings this campaign, with one coming against Busoga in the reverse fixture.

But the Eastern Giants have won three of their last four meetings with Busoga United – winning 5-0 in December 2021, 3-0 in February 2022 and drawing 1-1 in March before dispatching their neighbors 2-0 in November.

This derby has produced 32 goals since 2016, 20 of them scored by BUL FC.

The ties between the sides have produced at least a goal except on two occasions – the barren stalemates of September 2016 and March 2017.

Busoga United have collected 12 points from their territory as a result of their four wins and seven defeats in 11 home matches, and they remain the only side yet to draw at home.

In their past four games, they have scored only one goal – conceding four.

The host’s last victory over BUL was two years ago when they beat the Eastern Giants 1-0 in April 2021 courtesy of Ivan Wani’s goal at Kyabazinga stadium.

Match Coverage

The game will be live on television but you can also follow the action through our social media channels below, with full text coverage during the game, followed by a match report.

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MATCH PREVIEW: ONDUPARAKA VS BUL FC

Wednesday April 04, 2023
Uganda Premier League
Green Light Stadium
Kick-off: 4PM

BUL FC make the trip to Green light stadium to face Onduparaka in a Uganda premier league match on Wednesday in Arua city.

The Eastern Giants come into the game on the back of a 0-0 draw at Gaddafi in the Jinja derby last time out, while Onduparaka also come into this one on the back of a disappointing 4-1 defeat at Express.

BUL edged their hosts in the reverse fixture with a 1-0 victory at FUFA technical centre, with Karim Ndugwa scoring late in the game.

Twenty points, and eleven positions separate the two teams as BUL sit third on the log with 30 points after winning eight, drawing five and losing five in 18 matches.

As for Onduparaka, they have only two wins and six draws in 18 matches to gather ten points, which are only good for the 15th place on the table.

Team News

Ronald Otti remains out of action for BUL, Reagan Kalyowa is also not ready for a return yet while Jerome Kirya is also in the treatment room because of injuries.

Having gone three games without scoring a goal, coach Simeon Masaba said they have sharpened their boots and in no time, goals will start to rain.

“Recently we have not been scoring and playing well but we have tried to correct the mistakes and we are trying to improve,” he said.

“Players have been given the freedom and confidence they need to start scoring, and although it is not going to be an easy game, we are going to see that we fight and get the good results.”

Head to head

The two sides have met competitively for a total of 14 matches, with BUL winning seven of those meetings. Of the remaining seven meetings, Onduparaka won two, with the sides settling for a draw on five occasions.

Last four meetings

November 02, 2023

BUL FC 1-0 Onduparaka

April 30, 2022

BUL 0-0 Onduparaka

October 30, 2021

Onduparaka FC 0-2 BUL FC

May 22, 2021

BUL FC 3-1 Onduparaka FC

Match Facts

BUL have won two games away from home this campaign, drawing three as well as losing four times to collect nine points in nine matches on the road.

The Eastern Giants have won six in the past seven meetings with the Caterpillars in all competitions, putting forward twelve goals and conceding one across that run.

This fixture has produced 20 goals but BUL have a big share of 15 to their name.

Onduparaka’s two victories over the Eastern Giants came in 2018 (1-0) and 2019 (1-0) and they were all at Green Light stadium.

The Caterpillars have also won only two home matches, drawn three and lost four to count nine points from their yard.

Match Coverage.

There will be no live coverage for this game. However, our social media channels will provide a full text coverage during the game, followed by a match report and match highlights.

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MATCH PREVIEW: POLICE VS BUL FC

Wednesday April 12, 2023
Uganda Cup Quarter Finals
Police FC Vs BUL FC
Kavumba Recreation Grounds
Kick-off: 3PM

The Eastern Giants are set to meet Angelo Lonyesi’s Police FC at Kavumba recreation grounds in the quarter finals on Wednesday, with both sides eying to book a spot in the semi finals of the Stanbic Uganda Cup.

BUL come into the game on the back of 2-1 defeat at Express in the league, making it seven matches without a win since the turn of the second round.

But they can take pride in their flawless form in the cup – winning all their three games in the competition this campaign, a run that includes a 1-0 win over Sparks SC in the round of 64, another 1-0 victory came against SC Villa and there was also a similar score against Onduparaka in the round of 16 at Green Light stadium.

Hillary Onek, Ibrahim Nsimbe and Martin Aprem are the players that have scored along the run respectively.

A win will see BUL reach the final four of the cup for the third consecutive time.

They face the cops who have equally not lost a game in this knockout competition, and are hoping to reach their first cup semi-final since playing the final in 2003.

To reach this stage, Police beat Apuutun FC 1-0 at the round of 64 before replicating the score against Pajule Lions on the next level. They then defeated Ndejje University 2-0 in the round of 16 to qualify for the quarters.

Lonyesi’s men are however fighting on two fronts this season although their bid for promotion to the topflight league is cloudy for now as they sit fourth in the second tier.

They were 5-2 winners in their previous game against Luwero United, having failed to win in their last three league outings.

Team News:

In the press briefing on Tuesday, coach Simeon Masaba said the team is improving by each day through hard work and is confident goals will be easy to find tomorrow.

The boys are very ready, we have tried to correct the mistakes,” he said.

And in this type of competition, it’s not the kind of form you have, you only need to play the ninety minutes, win and go through to the next stage.”

We are trying everyday and hopefully tomorrow we shall get the goals and the results as well.”

This is the moment we need our fans most. Let them come, cheer us, pray for us, be behind us so that we get the results.”

Captain George Kasonko said;

Police is a big team and is experienced. Their being in the big league doesn’t matter, what matters most is the game tomorrow,” he said

It gives us no any other chance, the only option is us winning.”

The team currently has a challenge of scoring goals, but scoring isn’t only for the strikers.”

Everyone else can score – be it the defenders or the midfielders but the coaches have worked on that and we expect to score goals tomorrow.”

The winner between the sides will book a place in the semi finals.

FUFA TV will be broadcast the game live. However, our social media channels will as also provide a good account of the action with full text coverage during the game, followed by a match report and match highlights.

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MATCH REPORT: BUL FC 1-2 EXPRESS

It was a frustrating afternoon for BUL FC as the Eastern Giants lost for the seventh time this season, losing 2-1 to ten man Express at FUFA technical centre.

Playing under the unforgiving sun that was scorching everything breathing oxygen, Express scored two goals before the half-time whistle to complete the double over BUL on Wednesday.

Boban Zirintusa opened the scoring for the red eagles, pouncing in a header past Saidi Keni off an Allan Kayiwa corner as early as the 11th minute.

And midway the first half, former Eastern Giant Anwar Ntege capitalized on a defensive mix-up following a set piece situation to sweep home a second for Express.

BUL created little in response as the visitors eased into the break 2-0 up.

After the recess, Simeon Masaba turned to his bench and picked out Julius Baraza and Anthony Mayanja to change fortunes on the pitch, with the latter operating in an advanced position while supporting Martin Aprem in the attack.

With two minutes left to clock the hour mark, the visitors were reduced to ten men when Anwar Ntege was shown a straight red card for an elbow on Richard Ayiko.

The Eastern Giants however failed to benefit from the numerical advantage to tilt the game into our favor as our former goalkeeper Abdul Kimera and his shield kept it tight in the back.

It was instead the visitors who almost scored a third when Zirintusa weaved through the middle but he sent his strike wide while Joseph Akandwanaho also failed to beat Saidi Keni from close range.

Following a couple of further changes, Masaba’s men hit the front foot after the introduction of Paul Ssekulima and Shafik Kwikiriza.

They finally beat Express’ wall and pulled one back in the added five minutes when Arthur Kiggundu scored in his own net.

Focus now turns to the Uganda cup quarter finals scheduled for Wednesday next week against Police at Kavumba.

Starting XI:

Saidi Keni (GK), Douglas Muganga, Richard Ayiko, Aggrey Madoi (Paul Ssekulima 60′), Richard Wandyaka (Shafiq kwikiriza 75′)Hillary Onek, Pascal Ngobi (Emmanuel Kalyowa 39), George Kasonko, Ibrahim Mugulusi (Julius Baraza 46′), Martin Aprem, Samuel Sekamatte (Anthony Mayanja 46′)

Unused substitutes:

Tom Ikara (GK)
Owen Mukisa

MATCH PREVIEW: BUL FC VS EXPRESS

Saturday April 8, 2023
Uganda Premier League
BUL Vs Express
FUFA Technical Centre
Kick-off: 2PM

FUFA technical centre will be rocking on Saturday as BUL FC sets sight on returning to winning ways against Express.

This clash follows a frustrating run of six league matches without victory for the Eastern Giants, earning just three points from a possible 18 in the second round so far.

A total count of 30 points from 20 games means that the Eastern Giants are currently sitting third on the table, 10 points behind leaders – SC Villa, while it’s just one point separating us from the fourth placed Vipers SC who have four games in hand.

Putting maximum points on the board therefore seems a matter of urgency now and match day 22 provides the chance for us to change the tide and light up the season again.

In the visitors corner, Express will be looking to build on their impressive showings last time out when they smashed Onduparaka 4-1 at the end of last month.

But they have not been the best side either generally, as their five wins and seven draws from 19 matches puts them on 22 points to sit in the 11th place.

Statistics also show a return of only two points for the red eagles from their last five games on the road, meaning they rarely show up in away matches.

They however won the reverse fixture between the sides 1-0 courtesy of Allan Kayiwa’s early strike in November when they met at Wankulukuku.

Team News

Reagan Kalyowa will be absent from this game as well as Ronald Otti and Jerome Kirya because of injuries.

Looking towards the fixture, coach Simeon Masaba said;

Express have been very stubborn against BUL but since they’re coming to our home ground, we are looking forward to playing good football against them.”

We have not won any game in the second round and everyone knows that but we are trying very hard to see that we start winning.”

We are trying to correct the mistakes, we are trying to prepare the strikers to get us the goals and I think we are about to start getting them.”

“I know the fans are not happy but we are equally not happy with the results, so let them come and cheer us, they are part of us and we need them.”

Anthony Mayanja said;

Everyone is well prepared although we have had difficulties in winning matches recently. But nevertheless, this time we are very ready to encounter Express tomorrow.”

Head to Head

This fixture has provided us with 20 meetings in all competitions, producing eight BUL FC wins, seven Express FC victories and five draws.

Last four meetings

November 9, 2022

Express 1-0 BUL

May 7, 2022

Express 2-1 BUL

October 26, 2021

BUL FC 0-1 Express

September 23, 2021

BUL FC 1-0 Express FC (Uganda Cup)

Match Facts

BUL have won six, drawn three and lost one game from ten home matches, putting on board 21 points with 16 goals scored and five conceded in all.

It is three draws and three losses for the Eastern Giants in their past six league outings, with their last win coming against Maroons in the 5-0 triumph in mid December last year.

The Eastern Giants have not scored in their past four league matches, and they have ended up losing three of them.

It’s also close to four years since BUL last beat Express in a league action – the 1-0 win in August of 2019.

Express’ recent 4-1 victory over Onduparaka at the end of last month is their only win in their previous 12 matches.

But they have won their past four league encounters against BUL.

However in their last five away matches, James Odoch’s men have managed only two draws, losing three though.

Match Coverage

For a better experience and enjoyment, everyone should come to FUFA technical centre in Njeru although the game is going to be live on television.

Our social media channels will as well provide a good account of the action with full text coverage during the game, followed by a match report and match highlights.

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MATCH REPORT: ONDUPARAKA 2-0 BUL FC

Goals from John Rogers Okumu made it a frustrating evening for the Eastern Giants as Onduparaka came out 2-0 winners at the Green Light Stadium in Arua.

It was a better start for BUL in terms of possession but they rarely found away passed Mathias Okello in Onduparaka’s goal on Tuesday.

Ibrahim Mugulusi’s well taken corner was cleared in the early moments of the game before Okello punched out another by Ibrahim Kazindula midway the first half.

The hosts improved marginally going forward and almost took the lead on 19 minutes when Nathan Oloro swung in a cross but Williams Gama was seconds late to connect.

They however did break the deadlock soon through John Rogers Okumu seven minutes to the break.

And despite coach Simeon Masaba calling changes to his side after the break, Onduparaka stretched their lead as Okumu completed his brace on 53 minutes and this proved to be the final stroke despite all the efforts from BUL to overturn the fortunes.

The Eastern Giants have remained third on the table despite the result with 30 points, ten behind leaders SC Villa after 20 matches.

The next outing will be against Express on Saturday at FUFA technical centre in Njeru.

Starting XI:

Tom Ikara(GK), Richard Ayiko, Douglas Muganga (Paul Ssekulima), Walter Ochora, Pascal Ngobi, Ibrahim Kazindula (Emmanuel Kalyowa), Ibrahim Mugulusi (Samuel Ssekamatte 46′), Hillary Onek, Martin Aprem (Anthony Mayanja), Richard Wandyaka, Ibrahim Nsimbe.

Unused substitutes:

Emmanuel Kalyowa (GK), Aggrey Madoi, George Kasonko

MATCH REPORT: BUL FC 0-0 GADDAFI FC

BUL FC have settled for a point following a disappointing barren stalemate at FUFA technical center in the Jinja derby against Gaddafi on Wednesday.

It’s now three draws and two losses for the Eastern Giants in five matches of the second round.

They enjoyed the greater share of possession and chances after the interval albeit without making the most important breakthrough.

Both sides went into the break all square after neither side could find the opening goal in the quiet first 45 minutes.

The Eastern Giants controlled possession in the half but could not create an opportunity of note, as the Soldier boys did a good job defending their penalty area.

Joel Madondo came close for the visitors inside six minutes, but his weak effort was stopped by Saidi Keni.

It took BUL until the 9th minute to have their first effort in the game.

Following a clean exchange between Martin Aprem, Richard Wandyaka and Ibrahim Nsimbe in Gaddafi’s area, Ibrahim Mugulusi was chanced to have a go at goal but sent his low drive wide.

Simeon Massa’s side was then compelled to make a change midway the stanza when goalkeeper Saidi Keni was forced off with an injury, with Tom Ikara assuming the duties between the posts.

BUL FC start list against Gaddafi

The contest was certainly in need of a spark – and with both sides making a couple of changes upon the resumption, the game breathed some life although it was not enough to hit the expectations of the derby.

In the closing stages of the game, Aprem had two chances to break the deadlock. His first came six minutes to the hour mark but he hesitated to volley the ball in a blink, while his flipped effort a few moments later missed the target by inches.

Samuel Ssekamatte was the next to have a sight of goal for the Eastern Giants as they came close again, but his header off Hillary Onek’s lofted ball into the box just cut across the face of the goal.

BUL remained on the front foot, pressing Gaddafi in their own half with intent and in the additional minutes after the 90, Onek thought he hard won it all for his side but his goal was cancelled for a foul on the opponent’s goalkeeper.

The result has left BUL in the third place with 30 points after 19 matches.

Next is a trip to Arua for an engagement with Onduparaka at the Green Light stadium come fourth of April.

Starting XI:

Saidi Keni (Tom Ikara – GK 35′), Aggrey Madoi, Walter Ochora, Ibrahim Kazindula (Paul Ssekamatte), Ibrahim Mugulusi (Emmanuel Kalyowa), Douglas Muganga, Richard Wandyaka (Anthony Mayanja), Pascal Ngobi, Hillary Onek, Martin Aprem, Ibrahim Nsimbe (Paul Ssekulima).

Unused substitutes:

George Kasonko, Richard Ayiko

MATCH REPORT: SC VILLA 1-0 BUL FC

One goal was enough to settle a tight encounter as BUL FC lost to SC Villa in a Uganda premier league game at Aki ibua memorial stadium in Lira, meaning the Eastern Giants’ unbeaten run against the Jogoos has ended at twelve games.

Until today, SC Villa’s last win over BUL was almost six years ago when they won 1-0 in November 2017.

The decisive moment for the hosts came on the stroke of half time as Joseph Kafumbe and David Owori combined to break the deadlock on Tuesday, with the latter firing from close range and past Saidi Keni in our goal on the 39th minute.

They were opportuned when Kafumbe’s pass across the face of the goal evaded everyone to find Owori who calmly controlled the ball and then picked out the near post before the onrushing Douglas Muganga arrived.

While BUL dominated possession for the large spell of the game, the Eastern Giants could not work out clear cut chances to wound the Jogoos.

But despite the result, Simeon Masaba’s men remained third on table with 29 points from 18 matches.

BUL host Gaddafi FC on Thursday March 30, 2023 in our next game.

Starting XI:

Saidi Keni (GK), Hillary Onek(Innocent Rwothomio 46′),Richard Ayiko, Douglas Muganga, Walter Ochora, Ibrahim Kazindula, Jerome Kirya (Anthony Mayanja 83′), Richard Wandyaka, Samuel Ssekamatte (Richard Okello 70′), Martin Aprem, Emmanuel Kalyowa(Ibrahim Mugulusi 70′)

Unused substitutes:

Tom Ikara (GK), Aggrey Madoi, Pascal Ngobi.

MATCH PREVIEW: ONDUPARAKA VS BUL FC

Stanbic Uganda Cup – round of 16

Onduparaka Vs BUL FC

Green Light Stadium

Kick-off: 4PM

BUL FC will be bidding to book a spot in the quarter finals of the Stanbic Uganda Cup when we visit Onduparaka on Wednesday at the Green Light stadium in Arua.

Former roving full back and ex international – Simeon Masaba is currently in charge of the Eastern Giants on an interim basis, replacing coach Alex Isabirye who was allowed to try his luck at Vipers SC last Saturday when we qualified to this level.

Ibrahim Kazindula in action

There is no getting away from the fact that BUL have endured a wretched start to the second round of the Uganda premier league – not winning any of our three games of the second half of the season but we have flexed our muscles in this competition thus far against all odds.

Hillary Onek ensured the Eastern Giants began the cup defense well when he scored the lone goal at the round of 64 against Sparks SC in Mukono, before we were ordered to play SC Villa twice at the next stage.

In the replay, Ibrahim Nsimbe’s beautiful finish showed the world the force we are as BUL bundled SC Villa in the hand bag again to record another sweeter 1-0 win in the most fashionable way to majestically progress to the round of 16 after the initial victory was annulled by the FUFA Competitions Disciplinary Panel (CDP).

Onduparaka are however at the bottom of the Uganda premier league table and they are at the edge of facing relegation having picked up ten points from their 17 games.

BUL FC players celebrating Ibra Nsimbe’s goal against Villa

But they have been in impressive form in the Cup this season.

They kicked off their cup campaign with a 1-0 win over Packwach Young before picking up a comfortable 2-0 away win over Junior Eagles, with Dominic Abonga and Denis Ojara getting on the score sheet for the Caterpillars in Soroti.

BUL beat Onduparaka 1-0 at FUFA technical centre in the league last year, and this will be fourteenth meeting between the sides in all competitions.

Team News:

Midfielders – George Kasonko and Pascal Ngobi missed the tie against SC Villa and this game has also come too soon for them because of injuries. Meanwhile, Simeon Masaba is left with a big pool of players who are fully fit and committed to deliver when called upon.

Coach’s quotes

The boys are prepared enough to see that we go through this Stanbic Uganda cup match,” coach Simeon Masaba said.

“It’s a tricky game but we are going to see that we work hard to see that we seal it to the quarter finals.”

We have to work as a team to motivate players and see that their attitude is good as well because their work rate on the pitch will give us the energy and the win tomorrow.”

Player’s quotes

We are prepared to win this game,” captain Saidi Keni said.

“Everyone is in the right shape and all the players have been psyched to win tomorrow’s game.”

Midfielder Ibrahim Mugulusi in action.

Head to head

BUL and Onduparaka have met on thirteen occasions in the past. BUL have won six contests, with the Caterpillars winning two and the sides drawing five times.

Match Coverage:

All our social media channels will be very active for everyone to follow as we relay full text coverage during the game, followed by a match report and match highlights.

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