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PRE-MATCH PREVIEW: BUL FC vs MAROONS

Startimes Uganda Premier League, Match Day 10

Date :Friday, 29th November

Time: 4:00 PM

Venue: Luzira Prison Grounds

BUL FC seeks to end its winless campaign as they visit Maroons FC at the Luzira Prison Grounds tomorrow in the Startimes Uganda Premier League.

The Eastern Giants lie 8th on the table with 13 points, while the Prison Warders are in 11th with 12 points.

Abbey Bogere’s men looked poised to win their last game against Express FC, only to be denied by a late equalizer in the 89th minute.

This has largely been a mixed-bag season for the Giants, with three wins, four draws, and two losses in nine league games.

Team News:

Isaac Wagoina will undergo a late fitness test, while Thomas Ochungo will be unavailable for tomorrow’s game.

Coach Abbey’s Remarks:

“We lost two points against Express in our last game, but now we face Maroons, who have just won their away game against Bright Stars. It’s going to be a tough match, but we want the points away from home. We’ll fight tooth and nail to get the maximum points and close the gap on the table.”

Assistant Captain Walter Ochora’s Thoughts:

“We’re more prepared, and the boys are positive in the camp. We lost concentration in the last minute against Express, but we’ve rectified our mistakes, and we’ll go home victorious.”

Head-to-Head:

Both teams have clashed 12 times, resulting in eight BUL wins, two for Maroons, and two draws.

Last Four Meetings:

23rd February 2024: Maroons 0-0 BUL FC (SUPL)

20th October 2023: BUL FC 3-0 Maroons (SUPL)

27th May 2023: Maroons 0-0 BUL FC (SUPL)

21st December 2022: BUL FC 5-0 Maroons (SUPL)

Match Facts:

-BUL has collected eight points from five away matches.

– Eastern Giants have gone two games without winning.

– BUL has won only two away games from the five played this season.

– In the past six away matches to Maroons, BUL won two games, drew three and lost one. The victories were however far in between; the first, which was a 4-1 triumph, came in late September 2015 before the second victory (2-1) arrived at the end of October in 2018.⁠

– Of the 26 goals in the last 12 games between the two teams, BUL has 18 to their account.

– BUL has kept three away clean sheets so far this season (against Police, URA, and Mbale Heroes).

– Maroons has collected 8 points from the possible 15 points from home games.

– Maroons has registered 2 wins, 2 draws, and one loss at home this season.

– Maroons has scored 7 goals at home this season.

Match Coverage:

The game will be live on FUFA TV, as well as timely updates on all our social media platforms:

Twitter: @bulfc1

Facebook: Bul Football Club-Jinja

Instagram: @bulfc

YouTube: BUL FC TV

Get ready for the action Giants!

POST MATCH REPORT: BUL FC 1-1 Express

Startimes Uganda Premier League

Date: November 21st

Time: 4:00 PM

Venue: Lugazi FC Stadium, Najjembe

Full Time: BUL FC 1-1 Express FC

BUL FC dropped two crucial points after surrendering a late lead against Express FC in a thrilling encounter at the Lugazi FC Stadium, Najjembe.

The hosts started brightly, with Ibrahim Mugulusi setting up Jeromy Kirya in the 10th minute, only to be denied by Express’s solid defense. Express’s Abdulahi Rashid threatened in the 26th minute, but Joel Mutakubwa stood tall.

Walter Ochora’s 42nd-minute header from Jeromy Kirya’s corner gave BUL FC a deserved lead.

In the second half, BUL FC made substitutions, introducing Orit and Swabiru for Ntege and Aprem. Swabiru nearly doubled the lead in the 72nd minute, but his shot went inches wide.

However, Express FC equalized through Samuel Ssenyonjo in the 89th minute, snatching a vital point.

BUL FC Starting Lineup:

Joel Mutakubwa (GK), Fredrick Ngalo, Nicholas Mwere, Walter Ochora, Fesali Najib (Benon Tahomera), Pascal Ngobi, Jeromy Kirya, Ibrahim Mugulusi (Lawrence Tezikya), Martin Aprem (Ibrahim Orit), Dickson Mataama (Yafeesi Mubiru), Anwari Mustafa Ntege (Swabiru Mpasa)

Unused Substitutions:

Bakali Magumda, Amos Kirya, Hillary Onek, Reagan Kalyowa, Ramz Kawooya, Adrian Isabirye (GK)

Next Fixture:

BUL FC faces Maroons on 29th November at Luzira Prison’s Grounds at 4:00 PM.

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PRE-MATCH PREVIEW: Mbale Heroes vs BUL FC

Startimes Uganda Premier League, Match Day 8

Date: Sunday, 10th November
Time: 3:00 PM
Venue: Mbale City Stadium

BUL FC, riding on a three-game winning streak, travels to Mbale City Stadium to face Mbale Heroes in the final fixture of Match Day 8.

Abbey Bogere’s men aim to extend their winning run and climb the standings.

BUL FC comes into this fixture fresh from winning against Bright Stars at home while Mbale Heroes lost to Police fc.

Current Standings:

BUL FC occupies 9th position with 11 points, while Mbale Heroes sits at the bottom of the 16-team log table.

Team News:

BUL FC will be without Isaac Wagoina (injured) and Nicholas Mwere (suspended due to accumulated cards).

Coach Abbey Bogere’s Pre-Match Reactions:

“We’re facing a tough challenge against Mbale Heroes, a team fighting relegation. However, we’re prepared to secure maximum points. As a former coach of Mbale Heroes, I know the importance of these points in our trophy pursuit.”

Defender Thomas Ochungo’s Thoughts:

“The team is ready, morale is high, and we’re capitalizing on our momentum. We’ll fight for the three points. I urge our fans to come and support us; their backing is invaluable.”

Head-to-Head:

This encounter marks the first competitive meeting between the two sides.

Match Facts:

– BUL FC has never faced Mbale Heroes in a competitive game.
– Mbale Heroes has won only one game this season at home (1-0 against SC Villa).
– BUL FC has lost one away game (2-1 against SC Villa) and won two (0-1 against URA and 1-3 against Kitara).
– BUL FC has collected 7 points on the road, while Mbale Heroes has accumulated only 3 points from home games.
– BUL FC has scored 5 away goals, accounting for 71 % of their total season goals (7).
– Abbey Bogere was a former coach of Mbale Heroes, guiding them to FUFA Big League qualification in 2023.

Match Coverage:

Catch the game live on FUFA TV and follow timely updates on our social media channels:

Twitter: @bulfc1
Facebook: Bul Football Club-Jinja
Instagram: @bulfc
YouTube: BUL FC TV

A post-match report will follow.

Get Ready for Kick-Off!

BUL FC seeks to continue its upward trajectory against Mbale Heroes. Don’t miss the action!

PRE-MATCH PREVIEW: BUL FC VS BRIGHT STARS

Matchday 7, Startimes Uganda Premier League

Date: Wednesday, 31st October
Time: 4:00 PM
Venue: Lugazi Stadium, Najjembe

BUL FC returns to action tomorrow, hosting Bright Stars at Lugazi Stadium, Najjembe, at 4:00 PM.

***Midfielder Jeromy Kirya celebrating after scoring against Bright Stars***

BUL FC, riding high on their convincing 1-3 victory against Kitara on the road, returns to lugazi stadium, Najjembe to face Bright Stars who suffered a disappointing 0-1 home loss to Marara City in their previous outing.

BUL FC, with two away wins under their belt, remains winless at home this season. The Eastern Giants have accumulated 8points from a possible 18, following the six outings.

BUL FC aims to shift their fortune and secure their first home victory of the season against Bright Stars tomorrow.

Current Standings:

BUL FC sits 9th with 8 points from 6 games, while Bright Stars occupies 16th position with 3 points.

Team News:

BUL FC will be without Reagan Kalyowa, Ramz Kawooya, Isaac Wagoina, and Lwenda Sowedi due to injuries.

Coach Abbey’s Remarks:

“We’re prepared to correct our home woes. We’ve built momentum from our last two away wins and are ready for the fight.”

Goalkeeper Joel Mutakubwa’s Remarks:

“The mood is boosted by our recent wins. Bright Stars is a good side, but we won’t give them respect. We’re positive about winning tomorrow.”

Head-to-Head statistics:

P17 W4 D5 L8

BUL FC and Bright Stars have clashed 17times, since 2016 with 16 encounters in the startimes Uganda premier League and 1 meeting in the Uganda Cup.

Last Four Meetings:

– 7/2/2024: BUL 2-1 Bright Stars
– 15/9/2023: Bright Stars 0-1 BUL FC
– 28/4/2023: BUL 2-2 Bright Stars
– 29/11/2022: Bright Stars 2-0 BUL FC

Match Facts:

– BUL FC hasn’t won any game at home this season.
– Bright Stars last won away against BUL FC in May 2021.
– Bright Stars hasn’t won a game this season both home and away

– BUL FC has scored 1 goal and conceded 3 at home.

-Since 2013, the BUL vs Bright Stars fixture has yielded 44 goals, BUL FC scoring 20.
– In the 11 home matches against Bright Stars, BUL has secured 3 victories ( 2-0 in April 2015, 3-0 in march 2017 and 2-1 in February 2024).
– ⁠Except for three occasions , every match between BUL FC and Bright Stars has produced at least a goal.

Match Officials:

– Center Referee: Tuge Tumusiime
– Assistant 1: Katenya Ronald
– Assistant 2: Mulindwa Hakim
– Fourth Official: Kimayo Stephen
– Referee Assessor: Kityo Asumani
– General Coordinator: Kutamba Pheobe

Match Coverage:

The game will be televised by FUFA TV and Sanyuka Prime TV, with timely updates on:

X: @bulfc1
Facebook: Bul Football Club – Jinja
Instagram: @bulfc
YouTube: BUL FC TV

A full match report and highlights will follow on BUL FC TV.

PRE-MATCH PREVIEW: BUL FC VS Mbarara City FC

Matchday 4, Startimes Uganda Premier League

Date: Wednesday, 2nd October 2024
Time: 4:00 PM
Venue: Lugazi FC Stadium, Najjembe

Our fourth match this season sees BUL FC hosting Mbarara City on Wednesday (tomorrow) at the Lugazi FC Stadium, Najjembe, with kick-off fixed at 4pm.

The opening three games of the campaign have produced two draws and a defeat for BUL. Similarly, the visitors have also had the same run in as many games.

Current Standings:

BUL sits 13th on the table, Mbarara City occupies the 15th position – with two points each.

Team News:

Coach Abbey Kikomeko confirmed Ibrahim Orit will be the only player to miss the game. The rest of the squad is available for selection.

Kikomeko’s remarks:

“After losing our previous game, we desperately need to get the three points now against Mbarara City who denied us the trophy last season, but we’re focused on the present,” he said.

“We’ve worked on our scoring challenges and will score goals tomorrow, Inshallah.”

Striker Dickson Mataama’s remarks:

“The coaches identified our mistakes, corrected them and we’re now ready for tomorrow’s game. We’ve worked on our scoring and promise to deliver goals, starting tomorrow. We urge our fans to support us in numbers.”

Head-to-Head:

P12 W3 D6 L3

In the 12 meetings between the two teams, BUL has won 3, drawn 6 and lost 3 against Mbarara City FC.

Last Four Meetings:

– 14/5/2024: Mbarara City 0-0 BUL FC (SUPL)

– 6/1/2024: BUL 1-1 Mbarara City (SUPL)

– 28/3/2022: Mbarara City 1-1 BUL FC (SUPL)

– 2/11/2021: BUL 1-0 Mbarara City (SUPL)

Match Facts:

– BUL FC is winless this season (3 games, 2 draws, 1 loss).
– BUL FC is unbeaten at home this season.
– BUL is unbeaten in the last four meetings against Mbarara City.
– BUL’s biggest win against Mbarara City was 3-0 on 9/11/2019.
– BUL last lost to Mbarara City in February 2020 away at Kakyeka stadium.

-19 goals are registered in all meetings between both side and BUL has a share of 11.

Mbarara city last won an away league game in june 2021 against Kyetume ( Kyetume 1-3 Mbarara city )⁠

Match Coverage:

The game will be televised by Sanyuka TV, with timely updates on our social media platforms:

X: @bulfc1
Facebook: Bul Football Club – Jinja
Instagram: @bulfc
YouTube: BUL FC TV

A full match report and highlights will follow on BUL FC TV.

Let’s go, Eastern Giants!

POST MATCH: Maroons 1-1 BUL FC

BUL FC secured a valuable point against Maroons, as the two teams played out a thrilling 1-1 draw at St. Mary’s Stadium, Kitende. Jeromy Kirya scored for BUL FC in the 45+1 minute, capitalizing on a Maroons defensive error set up by Isaac Wagoina. However, Maroons equalized in the 50th minute through Brian Omirembe.

***Jeromy Kirya celebrating after scoring against Maroons***

Maroons had early chances, but BUL FC’s goalkeeper Joel Mutakubwa made crucial saves in the 12th and 27th minutes to deny them the lead. Ibrahim Orit came close for BUL FC in the 43rd minute, but his effort went narrowly wide.

In the second half, Maroons’ Muwanda received a red card in the 66th minute for a second bookable offense. BUL FC’s coach Abbey introduced young stars Innocent Rwothomio and Swabir Mpasa in the 82nd minute to boost the attacking line.

The return leg is scheduled for Wednesday at MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo.

BUL FC Starting Lineup:

Joel Mutakubwa (GK), Hillary Onek, Nicholas Mwere, Walter Ochora (C), Benon Tahomera (Swabir Mpasa), Pascal Ngobi, Jeromy Kirya (Mugulusi), Ibrahim Orit (Tezikya), Reagan Kalyowa (Aprem Martin), Isaac Wagoina, Dickson Mataama (Innocent Rwothomio)

Unused Substitutions:
John Okurut (GK), Sowedi Lwenda, Thomas Ochungo, Bakali Magumda, Fredrick Ngalo, Amos Kirya, and George Kasonko

OCHUNGO TRANSFER TO BUL CONFIRMED

Thomas Ochungo has today become an Eastern Giant with the left back signing a two-year contract.

***Ochungo posing with head coach Abbey Bogere***

The roving fullback joins us from Gaddafi FC, the team that brought him to the limelight.

Ochungo is one of the most promising fullbacks in the Uganda premier league with alot of potential.

He is a product of the FUFA juniors league having featured for Jinja Municipal Hippos in the first edition of the competition before his stellar performances earned him promotion to the senior side in 2017.

Ochungo first joined Gaddafi FC in 2020 when they were still in the Eastern regional league and guided them to the big league and then to the topflight, before he switched his allegiance to Busoga United in 2022.

He re-united with the Soldier boys in 2023, scoring two goals and recording one assist last season.

NEWS: EASTERN GIANTS RENEW CONTRACTS WITH TWO PLAYERS

***Richard Wandyaka (front) during training***

BUL Football Club has renewed bonds with two players, midfield fulcrum Godfrey Akol and attacker Richard Wandyaka.

The duo have signed a one year contract extension singly and will all stay at the club up to at least 2022.

Akol and Wandyaka joined us from Busoga United and URA FC respectively and they have never looked back since then.

Wandyaka said

“I am loving my time at this club. From the day I joined I have been made to feel part of the BUL family and I have been extremely humbled and stunned by the cordiality and love of our fans, and of course we miss their amazing support.”
“I would like to thank manager Alex and his coaching staff for their belief in me and for helping me to take my game to the next level.
“Our dream is all about winning trophies and I am sure first piece of silverware is not that far away.”

“Wandyaka and Akol are some of those good players that any coach would love to work with. They have some good footballing brain which, when coupled with their talents, I know we can win something at the end of this coming season.“
“This is the perfect club for both Akol and Wandyaka to progress as top-class players and we are all delighted they have signed new contracts with us.”

OFFICIAL: CLUB STATEMENT ON WALANGALIRA

BUL Football Club has released experienced defender Musa Walangalira after his contract with the team expired at the end of last season.

This has been a challenging decision and not one that the management has taken lightly.

We are grateful to Walangalira for what he has offered to the team as a player since 2018.

And in that regard, the club has offered him a testimonial match to be played at a time he will decide upon.

Thank you Walangalira, Webale inho Musa

FRIENDLY MATCH: TEAM CRESPO TAKE BRAGGING RIGHTS IN CLUB’S INTERNAL PRACTICE MATCH

MATCH: BUL FC Vs KCCA FC

LEAGUE: Uganda Premier League

DATE: February 12, 2021

VENUE: Kyabazinga Stadium Bugembe at 4pm

*Note: Fans registration for seasonal tickets is ongoing at the club offices

BUL Football Club – Jinja played their forth practice match yesterday at Kyabazinga Stadium – Bugembe, Jinja City.

But in unusual way, the game was played between the club’s Team A (Team Crespo) and Team B (Team Lubega).

Team Crespo won by 2-1 through striker Hamis Tibita and genius midfielder Reagan Kalyowa who scored in either halves in the 4th and 77th minute of the game.

Team Lubega scored their lone and consolation goal through Ibrahim Mugulusi in the 43 minute.

In their fight to equalize, Team Lubega’s Fredson Gwoto long range effort, hit woodwork in the dying minutes of the game for they to settle for less but a second successive defeat in this epic internal clash. The first leg ended 5-1 in favour of Team Crespo.

BUL FC is in preparation for Uganda Premier League resumption and they have been tested with various practice matches to help technical team in assessing players fitness levels.

The Money Team have now won all their friendlies by beating Bugiri Da School 4-1, Budondo FC 1-4, Sudanese Select 7-1.

The Eastern Giants will take on Kampala City Council Authority Football Club on February 12, at Kyabazinga Stadium – Bugembe, Jinja City when the league returns.

BUL FC can be located in position twelve on the 16 team log with four points gathered by far.

Their last friendly game will come against Big League side, Gaddafi FC on Jan 30, at home in Bugembe.

Friendly Games played so far

BUL FC 4:1 Bugiri De School

BUL Team A 5:1 BUL Team B

Budondo FC 1:4 BUL FC

Sudanese Select 1:7 BUL FC

BUL Team B 1:2 BUL Team A

Forthcoming Friendly Match

Saturday January 30

Gadaffi FC Vs BUL FC – Kyabazinga Stadium – 4pm

How both teams lined up?

Team Crespo Starting XI:

Abdul Kimera (GK), Musa Walangalira, Fredrick Kigozi, Ramathan Dudu, Godfrey Akol, Hamisi Tibita, Anwar Ntege, Martin Aprem, Musa Esenu, Douglas Bithum, Reagan Kalyowa.

Team Manager: Ronald Barente (Club Chairman)

Team Lubega Starting XI:

Davis Mutebi, Peter Onzima, Fredson Gwoto, Dennis Okot Oola, Herbert Onyango, Vitalis Tabu, Elvis Kibaale, Charles Sempa, Deogracious Ojok, Ibra Mugulusi, Paul Mbazira.

Team Manager: Ahmed Kongola (Club CEO)

Match officials:

Center Referee: Ayub Kamba

Assistant Referee 1: Muzamiru Mutwoigo

Assistant Referee 2: Michael Mulumba

Match assessor: Joseph Mutaka