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- Fixture: KCCA FC vs Kitara FC
- Competition: StarTimes Uganda Premier League (Match Day 23)
- Date: Friday, 17th April 2026
- Time: 8:00 PM (EAT)
- Venue: MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo
The stage is set at the MTN Omondi Stadium as KCCA FC prepares to host Kitara FC in a pivotal Matchday 23 encounter in the StarTimes Uganda Premier League.
For the Cityzens, this match is more about finding rhythm after a bruising week. Following a disappointing exit from the cup and a league defeat to traditional rivals SC Villa, KCCA FC find themselves in a must-win situation to keep their season’s ambitions alive.
Conversely, Kitara FC arrives in Lugogo with the momentum.
The Royals have won their last three league matches without conceding a single goal. Their backline has conceded only one goal in their last five league outings; that goal came on their trip to UPDF FC in March. The visitors have also not conceded a goal in their last five matches in all competitions.
The visitors will be hoping to maintain the defensive discipline that has seen them climb to second in the table.
The reverse fixture played in Butema, Hoima, ended in a one-all stalemate in September 2025.
A win for KCCA FC at home sends the Cityzens second on the table with 48 points.
KCCA FC has 45 points from 22 games, while visitors Kitara FC have 47 points.
Co-head coach Jackson Magera is well aware of the magnitude of the game and remains focused on the technical execution required to stop Kitara. Speaking ahead of the clash, Magera emphasised the need for efficiency:
We have had a tough run in the last two games, but the focus is now on Kitara. They are a well-organised side, especially defensively, but we have worked on our finishing and how to break down compact blocks. The boys know what is at stake, and playing at home gives us the confidence to go out and get the result our fans deserve.
Head to Head #KCCAKIT (League and Uganda Cup)
Statistics indicate that KCCA FC has an advantage over Kitara FC.
In the past 8 matches in the league and the Uganda Cup, KCCA FC has won 4, while Kitara FC has won 3.
Both sides have shared spoils once in a league match.
Kitara FC has scored 11 goals, while KCCA FC has scored 15 in the last 8 league and cup games.
KCCA FC’s last five games against Kitara FC (All competitions)
Kitara FC 1-0 KCCA FC (Opening Hoima City Stadium)
Kitara FC 1-1 KCCA FC (UPL)
Kitara FC 1-2 KCCA FC (FUFA Super 8)
Kitara FC 4-0 KCCA FC (UPL)
KCCA FC 2-0 Kitara FC (UPL)
Form guide
KCCA FC’s Last Five Matches of the 2025/26 season (All Competitions)
SC Villa 1-0 KCCA FC
URA FC (4) 2-2 (2) KCCA FC (Ug Cup)
KCCA FC 5-0 Onduparaka FC (Ug Cup)
Lugazi FC 0-3 KCCA FC
KCCA FC 3-0 Express FC
Kitara’s Last Five Matches of the 2025/26 season (All Competitions)
Vipers SC 0-0 Kitara FC
Kitara FC 3-0 Express FC (Ug Cup)
Kitara FC 6-0 Bunyaruguru FC (Ug Cup)
Kitara FC 4-0 Buhimba United FC
Mbarara City FC 0-1 Kitara FC
Team News #KCCAKIT
Umar Lutalo continues rehabilitation after missing the previous three matches due to a knee injury.
James Mubezi continues rehabilitation on his hand. The left back suffered a fracture and underwent surgery in March.
Knee injuries rule out assistant captain Derrick Nsibambi and midfielder Bright Anukani from this match.
The rest of the squad is available to face Kitara FC.
Available Squad #KCCAKIT
Mugolofa, Lukwago, Oyirwoth, Emojong, Obenchan, Gavin, Muhamud, Walusimbi, Achayi, Magambo, O. Steven**, Jjara**, Sserunjogi, Muhindo, Mugisha, Mayanja, Ssengendo, Mugume, Mezui, Gatbel**, Yiga, Kwikiriza, Ssali, Ssebaduka, Anyama, Ahimbisibwe, Muserero, and Ismail Fahad**.
** means Academy Player.
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