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Stanbic Uganda Cup | Round of 32 (52nd Edition)
Royals Stadium, Butema \u2013 Hoima
February 24, 2026<\/em><\/p>

Our Stanbic Uganda Cup journey came to an end on Tuesday evening after a 2\u20130 defeat to Kitara FC at Royals Stadium in Hoima.<\/p>

The Printers travelled to Butema to face familiar opposition, having edged the Royals 1\u20130 in December during a StarTimes Uganda Premier League encounter at home, where Kokas\u2019 decisive strike secured all three points.<\/p>

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Team News<\/h2>

Head Coach Abdallah handed a starting debut to new signing Nsubuga Samuel, who earned immediate inclusion in the XI following his recent arrival.<\/p>

Starting XI:<\/strong>
Otim (GK), Mujuzi, Amayo, Mubiru, Odongo, Bugembe, Ssenyonjo, Nsubuga, Poloto, Munguchi, Kigozi.<\/p>

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First Half<\/h2>

The hosts adopted a direct long-ball approach, aimed at disrupting UPPC\u2019s rhythm and limiting the visitors\u2019 possession-based build-up. The tactic proved effective in the opening exchanges, with Kitara creating the more threatening opportunities.<\/p>

The breakthrough came after a well-delivered cross into the box found Ssenkaaba unmarked, and he calmly tapped home to give the Royals the lead before the interval.<\/p>

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Second Half<\/h2>

Seeking a response, Coach Abdalla made a series of changes in intervals during the second half. Male, Bunjo, Chopla, and Sadick were introduced for Odongo, Bugembe, Munguchi, and Poloto respectively.<\/p>

Despite the adjustments, Kitara tightened their shape, adopting a compact defensive structure that limited UPPC to few clear-cut opportunities in the final third.<\/p>

Second Goal<\/h2>

The decisive moment originated from a long goal kick by the Kitara goalkeeper just beyond the center arc. In the aerial contest that followed, Ssenyonjo was adjudged to have been pushed as the ball broke forward. The loose ball fell kindly for Emmanuel Wasswa, who struck from the edge of the area to double the hosts\u2019 advantage.<\/p>

The second goal effectively sealed the tie and confirmed UPPC\u2019s exit from the competition.<\/p>

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