Thirteen-time Ugandan league champions KCCA FC are set to take center stage this Christmas Eve as they face Kitara FC in a high-profile friendly match to mark the official commissioning of the Hoima City Stadium.
The state-of-the-art facility, a flagship project for Uganda’s hosting of AFCON 2027, will be officially opened to the public for the first time by His Excellency the President of the Republic of Uganda, Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. The 20,000-seater stadium is expected to be at full capacity as the Bunyoro sub-region celebrates a landmark achievement in sports infrastructure.
For co-head coach Brian Ssenyondo, the return to Hoima, where he previously enjoyed a successful stint with Kitara FC, is filled with emotion and significance. Speaking ahead of the match, Ssenyondo emphasized the magnitude of the event.
It is a massive honor for KCCA FC to be invited to play in such a historic match. The commissioning of Hoima City Stadium is a milestone for Ugandan football and the entire Bunyoro region. Beyond the celebration, this is a competitive test against a very good Kitara side. We want to put on a show that matches the quality of this world class facility and give the fans a performance they will remember on this Christmas Eve.
Hassan Muhamud and Steven Oyirwoth (L) in training in Hoima
Head to Head #KITKCCA
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 games in the league and the cup.
KCCA FC’s last five games against Kitara FC (All competitions)
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)
Kitara FC 3-3 KCCA FC (FUFA Super 8)
KCCA FC’s last five matches of the 2025/26 season (UPL)
KCCA FC 1-0 Buhimba United Saints FC
KCCA FC 2-1 NEC FC
BUL FC 1-2 KCCA FC
Mbarara City FC 1-2 KCCA FC
KCCA FC 2-1 URA FC
Kitara FC’s last five matches of the 2025/26 season. (UPL)
UPPC FC 1-0 Kitara FC
Kitara FC 2-0 Maroons FC
URA FC 0-1 Kitara FC
Police FC 1-2 Kitara FC
Kitara FC 1-0 BUL FC
Joel Sserunjogi has returned from illness
Team news: #KITKCCA.
Emmanuel Anyama is available to play against Kitara FC, as the red card he received in the league does not affect this friendly match.
The midfield duo of Joel Sserunjogi and Brain Jjara has returned to training after they missed the previous league match due to illness.
Charles Lukwago and Umar Lutalo are rested for this fixture and they did not travel with the team to Hoima.
Ashraf Mugume picked up a knock in training and did not travel with the team to Hoima.
Shafik Kwikiriza and Ivan Ahimbisibwe will miss the tie, as the duo traveled with the Uganda Cranes to Morocco for AFCON 2025 preparations.
Defender Peter Magambo continues his rehabilitation following successful surgery a month ago after a facial fracture he suffered in training.
Angolan winger Etienne Katenga is ruled out until the second round of the league after undergoing surgery on his leg.
Brazilian Joao Gabriel continues with his intensive rehabilitation from a groin injury and will miss this tie. He is expected to return in January 2026.
The rest of the squad is available to face Kitara FC at Hoima City Stadium.
