UPPC Left to Rue Missed Chances in Lugazi Defeat

MATCH REPORT: Hamz Stadium, Nakivubo | September 9, 2026 | StarTimes Uganda Premier League (Match Day 3)

Lugazi FC secured a 1-0 victory over Entebbe UPPC, with Cromwell Rwothomio scoring the decisive goal in the 83^rd minute. The result dealt a significant blow to the Printers’ unbeaten start to the campaign, halting their push toward the summit after consecutive victories over Vipers and UPDF.

STARTING XI

Otim (GK), Odongo, Ochungo, Barni, Kiryowa, Kayondo, Ssengendo, Kokolo, Mugulusi, Orit, Kigozi

SUB: Omedwa(GK), Bogere, Poloto, Ssenyonjo, Bunjo, Kazibwe, Bugembe, Munguchi, Mitrail, Mubiru

THE GAME

The match appeared to be heading towards a goalless draw as both sides struggled to carve out decisive opportunities throughout the opening eighty minutes. Entebbe dominated large spells, with their superior league experience evident in their passing rhythm and spatial awareness, but Lugazi proved compact and resolute defensively, frustrating the hosts’ attacking rhythms.

Lugazi’s approach was methodical—maintaining shape, hitting quickly on transition, and relying on set-piece opportunities. The visitors showed particular discipline, closing down spaces effectively and limiting Entebbe’s creative midfielders. However, a lack of intensity in both final thirds meant few clear-cut chances emerged for either side to break the deadlock.

With the contest still goalless after 80 minutes, Lugazi finally broke the deadlock in the 83rd minute through Rwothomio. The veteran striker capitalized on a moment of vulnerability in the Entebbe backline to find space and finish clinically. The forward’s goal proved to be the only decisive moment of the match, giving Lugazi a 1-0 lead and leaving Entebbe UPPC with little time to recover.

Entebbe UPPC were unable to respond in the closing stages as Lugazi held on to claim an important away win.