{"id":3630,"date":"2026-01-29T18:50:49","date_gmt":"2026-01-29T15:50:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/?p=3630"},"modified":"2026-02-21T14:31:08","modified_gmt":"2026-02-21T11:31:08","slug":"printers-test-their-steel-under-lugogo-lights-against-kcca-fc","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/index.php\/2026\/01\/29\/printers-test-their-steel-under-lugogo-lights-against-kcca-fc\/","title":{"rendered":"Printers Test Their Steel Under Lugogo Lights Against KCCA FC"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>StarTimes Uganda Premier League \u2013 Matchday 15<\/strong><br><strong>Venue:<\/strong> MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo<br><strong>Kick-off:<\/strong> Friday, January 30, 2026 \u2013 8:00 PM (EAT)<\/p><p>Entebbe UPPC FC return to league action on Friday night with a stern test away to KCCA FC at the MTN Omondi Stadium, as the Printers look to extend their impressive unbeaten run in the StarTimes Uganda Premier League.<\/p><p>Our momentum was momentarily checked last time out by a goalless draw against Maroons FC at Home, bringing an end to a four-match winning streak. However, that result still stretched our unbeaten sequence to seven matches, underlining the consistency and resilience that has defined our campaign so far.<\/p><p>Now, under the Lugogo lights, the challenge intensifies.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG-20251127-WA0163-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3391\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG-20251127-WA0163-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG-20251127-WA0163-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG-20251127-WA0163-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG-20251127-WA0163-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG-20251127-WA0163-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG-20251127-WA0163-2048x2048.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG-20251127-WA0163-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG-20251127-WA0163-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Form Guide<\/h2><p>The Printers head into Matchday 15 firmly established among the league\u2019s most in-form sides. A run of strong performances has lifted the club into the top five, with defensive solidity and efficiency in transition becoming hallmarks of Abdallah Mubiru\u2019s side.<\/p><p>A positive result in Kampala would further reinforce the club\u2019s growing maturity, particularly away from home, where performances this season have been among the best in the division.<\/p><p>KCCA FC, meanwhile, remain one of Ugandan football\u2019s most recognisable institutions. While the Kasasiro Boys have endured a mixed campaign by their own lofty standards, their home form has been formidable and continues to anchor their ambitions.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div  id=\"_ytid_80125\"  width=\"640\" height=\"360\"  data-origwidth=\"640\" data-origheight=\"360\"  data-relstop=\"1\" data-facadesrc=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/dRqBvHvgmSI?enablejsapi=1&#038;autoplay=0&#038;cc_load_policy=0&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;loop=0&#038;modestbranding=1&#038;fs=1&#038;playsinline=0&#038;controls=1&#038;color=red&#038;cc_lang_pref=&#038;rel=0&#038;autohide=2&#038;theme=dark&#038;\" class=\"__youtube_prefs__ epyt-facade epyt-is-override  no-lazyload\" data-epautoplay=\"1\" ><img decoding=\"async\" data-spai-excluded=\"true\" class=\"epyt-facade-poster skip-lazy\" loading=\"lazy\"  alt=\"YouTube player\"  src=\"https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/dRqBvHvgmSI\/maxresdefault.jpg\"  \/><button class=\"epyt-facade-play\" aria-label=\"Play\"><svg data-no-lazy=\"1\" height=\"100%\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 68 48\" width=\"100%\"><path class=\"ytp-large-play-button-bg\" d=\"M66.52,7.74c-0.78-2.93-2.49-5.41-5.42-6.19C55.79,.13,34,0,34,0S12.21,.13,6.9,1.55 C3.97,2.33,2.27,4.81,1.48,7.74C0.06,13.05,0,24,0,24s0.06,10.95,1.48,16.26c0.78,2.93,2.49,5.41,5.42,6.19 C12.21,47.87,34,48,34,48s21.79-0.13,27.1-1.55c2.93-0.78,4.64-3.26,5.42-6.19C67.94,34.95,68,24,68,24S67.94,13.05,66.52,7.74z\" fill=\"#f00\"><\/path><path d=\"M 45,24 27,14 27,34\" fill=\"#fff\"><\/path><\/svg><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure><p>KCCA\u2019s strength at Lugogo is well documented. In seven home fixtures this season, they have registered six wins and one draw, scoring freely while thriving under the unique intensity of night football at the MTN Omondi Stadium. Their approach is built around territorial dominance, aggressive pressing, and quick wide rotations designed to overwhelm visiting sides.<\/p><p>Conversely, Entebbe UPPC have cultivated a reputation as the league\u2019s most dangerous travellers. Under Mubiru, the Printers have developed a clear \u201ctravelling identity\u201d rooted in defensive organisation, discipline, and surgical counter-attacking. An unbeaten away record of four wins and two draws makes UPPC the sternest visiting test KCCA have faced so far this season.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tactical Focus: The Battle for the Final Third<\/h2><p>Much of the narrative surrounding this fixture centres on the duel between two of the league\u2019s most influential forwards.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div  id=\"_ytid_76728\"  width=\"640\" height=\"360\"  data-origwidth=\"640\" data-origheight=\"360\"  data-relstop=\"1\" data-facadesrc=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/dT9WciD2RGM?enablejsapi=1&#038;autoplay=0&#038;cc_load_policy=0&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;loop=0&#038;modestbranding=1&#038;fs=1&#038;playsinline=0&#038;controls=1&#038;color=red&#038;cc_lang_pref=&#038;rel=0&#038;autohide=2&#038;theme=dark&#038;\" class=\"__youtube_prefs__ epyt-facade epyt-is-override  no-lazyload\" data-epautoplay=\"1\" ><img decoding=\"async\" data-spai-excluded=\"true\" class=\"epyt-facade-poster skip-lazy\" loading=\"lazy\"  alt=\"YouTube player\"  src=\"https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/dT9WciD2RGM\/maxresdefault.jpg\"  \/><button class=\"epyt-facade-play\" aria-label=\"Play\"><svg data-no-lazy=\"1\" height=\"100%\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 68 48\" width=\"100%\"><path class=\"ytp-large-play-button-bg\" d=\"M66.52,7.74c-0.78-2.93-2.49-5.41-5.42-6.19C55.79,.13,34,0,34,0S12.21,.13,6.9,1.55 C3.97,2.33,2.27,4.81,1.48,7.74C0.06,13.05,0,24,0,24s0.06,10.95,1.48,16.26c0.78,2.93,2.49,5.41,5.42,6.19 C12.21,47.87,34,48,34,48s21.79-0.13,27.1-1.55c2.93-0.78,4.64-3.26,5.42-6.19C67.94,34.95,68,24,68,24S67.94,13.05,66.52,7.74z\" fill=\"#f00\"><\/path><path d=\"M 45,24 27,14 27,34\" fill=\"#fff\"><\/path><\/svg><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ivan Ahimbisibwe \u2013 KCCA FC<\/strong><\/h2><p>Ahimbisibwe has emerged as the focal point of KCCA\u2019s attacking structure. Beyond his five-goal tally, he functions as the tactical pivot in Brian Ssenyondo\u2019s 4-3-3 system, dropping deep to link play and create space for runners from wide areas.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"791\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MG_0441-791x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3538\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MG_0441-791x1024.jpg 791w, https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MG_0441-232x300.jpg 232w, https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MG_0441-768x994.jpg 768w, https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MG_0441-1187x1536.jpg 1187w, https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MG_0441-350x452.jpg 350w, https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MG_0441-600x776.jpg 600w, https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MG_0441.jpg 1442w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 791px) 100vw, 791px\" \/><\/figure><p>His all-round performance in the recent 4\u20130 victory over UPDF FC highlighted his importance, as his hold-up play and awareness helped dismantle a compact defence. Against UPPC, his task will be to unsettle a physically imposing central defensive partnership marshalled by captain Musitafa Mujuzi alongside Ahmed Amayo.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ambrose Kigozi \u2013 Entebbe UPPC FC<\/strong><\/h2><p>Standing opposite him is the league\u2019s leading scorer, Ambrose Kigozi, who arrives in Lugogo with seven goals to his name. Kigozi\u2019s effectiveness lies in his explosive movement, intelligent positioning, and ruthless execution during transition phases.<\/p><p>In Mubiru\u2019s counter-attacking setup, Kigozi often operates in isolation, pinning centre-backs and exploiting space created by quick switches of play or direct distribution from goalkeeper Rogers Omedwa. For a KCCA defence that has occasionally shown vulnerability against pace, Kigozi remains a constant and decisive threat.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Great Wall of Entebbe<\/h2><p>While Kigozi provides the cutting edge, UPPC\u2019s rise has been built on a defensive platform that ranks among the league\u2019s elite. The Printers head into this fixture on a run of four consecutive clean sheets and have not conceded a league goal in over 360 minutes.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG-20251119-WA0265-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3354\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG-20251119-WA0265-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG-20251119-WA0265-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG-20251119-WA0265-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG-20251119-WA0265-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG-20251119-WA0265-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG-20251119-WA0265-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG-20251119-WA0265-600x450.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><p>At the heart of this resurgence is goalkeeper <strong>Rogers Omedwa<\/strong>, who sits second in the league for clean sheets with six shutouts in 13 appearances. His commanding presence and shot-stopping ability have repeatedly preserved crucial points, most notably in the recent victory over UPDF FC.<\/p><p>In front of him, the Mujuzi\u2013Amayo partnership has delivered a level of cohesion, physicality, and aerial dominance that has made UPPC one of the hardest sides to break down in the league.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Mubiru Factor<\/h2><p>Friday\u2019s contest carries additional intrigue with Abdallah Mubiru returning to familiar territory. The UPPC head coach knows the demands and pressures of Lugogo intimately, having previously managed KCCA FC.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"866\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"3553\" src=\"https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MG_0428-866x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3553\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MG_0428-866x1024.jpg 866w, https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MG_0428-254x300.jpg 254w, https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MG_0428-768x908.jpg 768w, https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MG_0428-1300x1536.jpg 1300w, https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MG_0428-1733x2048.jpg 1733w, https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MG_0428-600x709.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 866px) 100vw, 866px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"3423\" src=\"https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/IMG-20250926-WA0278-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3423\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/IMG-20250926-WA0278-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/IMG-20250926-WA0278-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/IMG-20250926-WA0278-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/IMG-20250926-WA0278-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/IMG-20250926-WA0278-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/IMG-20250926-WA0278-100x100.jpg 100w, https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/IMG-20250926-WA0278.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"3389\" src=\"https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG-20251127-WA0196-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3389\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG-20251127-WA0196-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG-20251127-WA0196-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG-20251127-WA0196-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG-20251127-WA0196-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG-20251127-WA0196-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG-20251127-WA0196-2048x2048.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG-20251127-WA0196-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG-20251127-WA0196-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/figure><p>That insight is likely to shape the Printers\u2019 tactical approach, particularly in nullifying KCCA\u2019s wide threats. Expect UPPC to double up in wide areas and funnel play into congested central zones, forcing the hosts to find solutions through traffic.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ssenyondo\u2019s Reset<br>KCCA head coach Brian Ssenyondo has spoken openly about the need for balance following a brief dip in form earlier this month. His emphasis on combining possession with clinical execution was evident in the emphatic win over UPDF.<\/h2><p>Against a side that has not conceded in four matches, Ssenyondo\u2019s challenge will be committing numbers forward without exposing his defence to UPPC\u2019s devastating transitions.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Tactical Matchups<\/h2><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Ivan Ahimbisibwe vs Musitafa Mujuzi<\/strong> \u2013 A battle of strength, positioning, and leadership in the box<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Ambrose Kigozi vs Muhamud Hassan<\/strong> \u2013 Pace and precision versus composure and anticipation.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Hassan Ssenyonjo vs Joel Sserunjogi<\/strong> \u2013 Control of midfield transitions could define the outcome<\/li><\/ul><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Match Details<\/h2><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Fixture:<\/strong> KCCA FC vs Entebbe UPPC FC<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Venue:<\/strong> MTN PHILLIP Omondi Stadium, Lugogo<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Kick-off:<\/strong> Friday, January 30, 2026 \u2013 8:00 PM EAT<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>TV:<\/strong> FUFA TV \/ Sanyuka Prime<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Matchday:<\/strong> 15<\/li><\/ul>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>StarTimes Uganda Premier League \u2013 Matchday 15Venue: MTN Omondi Stadium, LugogoKick-off: Friday, January 30, 2026 \u2013 8:00 PM (EAT) Entebbe UPPC FC return to league action on Friday night with a stern test away to KCCA FC at the MTN Omondi Stadium, as the Printers look to extend their impressive unbeaten run in the StarTimes&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":3391,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[7],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-3630","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-latest-news"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3630","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3630"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3630\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3631,"href":"https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3630\/revisions\/3631"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3391"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3630"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3630"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/uppcfc.go.ug\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3630"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}