Match Report: Entebbe UPPC FC 0–1 KCCA FC
StarTimes Uganda Premier League – Matchday 24
Fisheries Ground, Bugonga, Entebbe | 21 April 2026
Entebbe UPPC FC fell to a narrow 1–0 defeat against KCCA FC in a closely contested encounter at the Fisheries Ground, with a single second-half moment proving decisive in an otherwise balanced affair.
Team News
Coach Abdallah made a couple of notable adjustments to his side. Ssenyonjo returned to the starting XI to anchor the midfield, allowing Tibiita to shift onto the flank. Mubiru also reclaimed his spot at left-back.
Starting XI: Omedwa, Odongo, Mubiru, Mujuzi, Amayo, Bugembe, Ssenyonjo, Tibiita, Tusubira, Munguchi, Kigozi.
The Game
The match began at an energetic tempo, with both sides showing intent early on. UPPC looked sharp in transition while KCCA pressed with purpose, but neither side managed to carve out a clear breakthrough in the opening half. Defensive discipline from both teams ensured the game remained goalless at the break.
The second half followed a similar pattern, evenly poised and tactically tight. However, the decisive moment arrived in the 74th minute when Ssebaduka capitalized on a defensive lapse, reacting quickest after a long aerial ball caused problems in the UPPC backline to slot home the winner.
The Printers responded with urgency, pushing numbers forward in search of an equalizer, but KCCA remained resolute at the back and managed the closing stages effectively to secure all three points.
What It Means
The defeat sees Entebbe UPPC FC slip to 7th place on the table with 40 points, now just one point behind both NEC FC and Police FC. The race for the top positions remains tightly contested as the season enters a crucial phase.
Next Match
UPPC FC will look to bounce back quickly with a challenging away fixture against Vipers SC.
Fixture: Vipers SC vs Entebbe UPPC FC
Date: Sunday, 26 April 2026
Venue: St Mary’s Stadium
Kick-off: 8:00 PM
