By John Kusolo
KCCA FC vs URA FC
MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo
Friday, September 13, 2024
Kick-off: 7:00 PM
The StarTimes Uganda Premier League 2024/25 Season kicks off with a highly anticipated clash between KCCA FC and URA FC, marking the first Authority Derby of the season. This match promises to set the tone for what is expected to be an exciting league campaign.
*Previous Encounters and Form*
KCCA FC, who finished 5th in last season's league, will be eager to start their campaign on a strong note after a mixed performance last term. They had a memorable encounter with URA FC last season, clinching a 3-2 victory at MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo. Additionally, KCCA FC eliminated URA FC from the Stanbic Uganda Cup in the round of 16, further underlining their dominance in recent matchups.
In their last five games against URA FC, KCCA FC has experienced a blend of results:
URA FC 1-0 KCCA FC
URA FC 0-1 KCCA FC
KCCA FC 3-2 URA FC
URA FC 2-0 KCCA FC
KCCA FC 1-1 URA FC
In their 29 previous encounters, URA FC holds a slight edge with 13 wins to KCCA FC's 9, while 7 matches have ended in draws. URA FC has scored 37 goals compared to KCCA FC's 36 over these meetings.
*Team News*
KCCA FC: KCCA FC is set to field new signings Derrick Nsibambi and Steven Munguchi, who will face their former club, URA FC. However, they will be without Usama Arafat, who is sidelined with a knock suffered during preseason. The rest of the squad is fit and ready, including players like Mugolofa, Emojong, Oyirwoth, and Mubezi. Coach Abdallah Mubiru expressed confidence in his squad's preparation and readiness for the challenge.
*URA FC* : URA FC, under the new leadership of head coach Alex Isabirye, will also be looking to make a strong start to their campaign after finishing 8th last season. They come into the game with no major injury concerns, except for teenage forward Denis Kisiriko, who has just returned to training. New recruits, including goalkeeper Derrick Ochan (formerly of KCCA FC), Faizo Matovu, Abraham Tusubira, Bright Vuni, George Masembe, and Isma Mugulusi, are all available for selection. Coach Isabirye and midfielder Norman Namanya are optimistic about their chances, with Namanya recalling their 1-0 victory over KCCA FC in the reverse fixture last season.
Head-to-Head Record
URA FC Wins: 13
KCCA FC Wins: 9
Draws: 7
How to Watch
Fans can catch the action live on FUFA TV, Sanyuka Prime, and BBS Telefayina. Live updates will also be available on URA FC’s social media platforms.
The Authority Derby between KCCA FC and URA FC is expected to be a thrilling encounter, with both sides eager to make a strong start to the new season. As the teams prepare to battle it out at MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo, football fans are in for an exciting opening to the StarTimes Uganda Premier League.
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