Maroons FC pulled off a remarkable 4-2 turnaround against UPDF FC at Luzira Prisons ground, wrapping up the first round on a triumphant note in a nail-biting six-goal showdown.
The visitors, spearheaded by Faridi Rashid, took an early lead with a swift 9th-minute strike, only for Edward Kabona to level the playing field in the 24th minute.
The home crowd erupted when Fred Amaku seized the lead in added time of the opening period.Maroons’ skipper, David Ndihabwe, added to the thrill in the 59th minute with a deflected effort, extending their lead.
However, Faridi Rashid wasn’t ready to back down, cutting the deficit for UPDF FC with his second goal in the 64th minute.
In a heart-stopping moment with just five minutes left in normal time, Abel Eturude dashed UPDF FC’s hopes of a comeback by netting the fourth goal for the hosts. Maroons clinched the victory, securing third place with 28 points, while UPDF FC concluded the first round languishing second from the bottom with a mere 9 points.
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- Kawempe Muslim Set for CBE Rematch in CAFWCL Semifinal
- KCCA Leopards Crush Stormers to Secure NBL Bronze
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- How Namuwongo Blazers Refused to Lose: Inside a Game 7 That Needed Overtime to Decide a Champion
Two comebacks, blown leads, tactical adjustments from both benches, and enough tension to stretch across an entire season had already been spent by the time Game 7 tipped off, and still there was more basketball left to play than either side could have wanted. - Entebbe UPPC Face Vipers Test with Key Players Sidelined
With several first-team players watching from the sidelines, Entebbe UPPC must find solutions from within their available squad. - Vipers Begin Title Defence Against Entebbe UPPC at Kitende
The encounter, scheduled for 8pm and live on Sanyuka Prime TV, brings the long-awaited return of top-flight football and immediately places the defending champions under the spotlight. For Vipers, it is an opportunity to begin their pursuit of another league crown on a positive note, while Entebbe UPPC will be eager to spoil the champions' opening night. - Kawempe Muslim Set for CBE Rematch in CAFWCL Semifinal
The semifinal will provide CBE with a chance to respond after suffering a 1-0 defeat to Kawempe Muslim during the group stage. The Valley Warriors already know they can overcome their Ethiopian opponents, but they will expect CBE to approach the rematch with greater determination and a different tactical plan. - KCCA Leopards Crush Stormers to Secure NBL Bronze
The Leopards produced an impressive display of attacking basketball and defensive discipline, building a commanding advantage early before responding strongly to a brief second-half revival from the Stormers.
