Mutekanga on target as Makerere University edge Victoria University | 2024 UFL

2024 Pepsi University Football League (UFL): Makerere University overcame Victoria University 1-0 in the 2024 Pepsi University Football League at the Makerere University Arena on Thursday, 19th September. Frank Mutekanga scored the all-important goal on the evening that was characterized by rains. Mutekanga’s goal was a well headed strike past goalkeeper Yusuf Nfumu after Herbert […] The post Mutekanga on target as Makerere University edge Victoria University | 2024 UFL appeared first on Kawowo Sports.

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2024 Pepsi University Football League (UFL):

  • Makerere University 1-0 Victoria University

Makerere University overcame Victoria University 1-0 in the 2024 Pepsi University Football League at the Makerere University Arena on Thursday, 19th September.

Frank Mutekanga scored the all-important goal on the evening that was characterized by rains.

Makerere University’s Frank Mutekanga (shirt 5) leads the celebrations after scoring against Victoria University

Mutekanga’s goal was a well headed strike past goalkeeper Yusuf Nfumu after Herbert Waswa’s free-kick in the 18th minute.

The goal was well defended until the end to grant maximum points to the hosts.

The league returns on Friday, 20th September 2024 with Busitema University playing host to IUIU.

Israel Awadda (6) gets ahead of Emmanuel Okwong
Derrick Lubwama (left) drives the ball away from Humprey Amara
Emmanuel Okwong (10) and Israel Awadda (6) race towards the ball
Makerere University’s Emmanuel Okwong surges ahead
Emmanuel Okwong (right) and Reagan Mugerwa battle for the ball
Ivan Muhasi shoots as Reagan Mugerwa (7) closes by
Frank Mutekanga (shirt 5) drives the ball away from Victoria University’s Ronald Lukungu

Reactions:

This is a new team with new players but we managed to put up something. The period of training was limited and we expect to better the performance.

William Kasozi, head coach Makerere University

The campaign has started and it was not all good for us. We expect to return back strongly.

Benjamin Mugume, assistant coach Victoria University

Makerere University team

Team Line Ups:

Makerere University XI: Joel Wejuli (G.K), Elvis Musoke, Ian Mudhasi, Kevin Ssekimbegge, Nicholas Ddungu, Frank Mutekanga, Cosmos Osuna, Emmanuel Okwong. Musa Male, Humprey Amale Jr, Herbert Waswa

Subs: George Ssekiranda, Nick Mugerwa, Bahinguzi Owomugisha, Isaac Byaruhanga, Ambrose Adea, Mikaya Ibuwati, Powell Tugeineyo

Officials:

  • Head coach: William Kasozi
  • Assistant coach: Swaib Ssebagala
  • Official: Jerry Kiseka
  • Manager: Brian Miiro
Victoria University team

Victoria University XI: Yusuf Nfumu (G.K), John Micheal Akulepi, Jackson Kisuule (Captain), Nicholas Sserugo, Kevib Nangoli, Israel Awadda, Jonathan Nyombi, Rayan Ashiraf Mutebi, Ronald Lukungu, Derrick Lubwama, Reagan Mugerwa

Subs: Naboth Twinomujuni, Jesse Okwale Tamale, Haisamu Mulema, Edrine Luyinda, Arthur Bona, Samson Kyambadde, Juma Abiriga Mwanje

Officials:

  • Head coach: Noah Mugerwa
  • Assistant coach: Joseph Yiga
  • Assistant coach: Benjamin Mugume
  • Team doctor: George Ssenfumu
  • Team manager: Patrick Ssebuliba
Makerere University goalkeeper Joel Wejuli jumps high to collect an aerial ball

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