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FUFA Super 8
KCCA FC 1-2 SC Villa
MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo
Wednesday August, 27th, 2025
7:00 pm
Despite a 2-1 defeat to SC Villa in the FUFA Super 8 first-leg quarterfinal on Wednesday at the MTN Omondi Stadium, KCCA FC demonstrated several positive signs that bode well for the upcoming season.
Playing in their first competitive fixture under the new technical leadership of Head Coach Brian Ssenyondo, the Kasasiro Boys showcased moments of tactical discipline and creative attacking play. The match, which served as a crucial pre-season test, saw the team respond well to pressure and adapt to new systems.
SC Villa’s goals came from Hassan Mubiru in the 35th minute and a late strike from substitute Andrew Otim in the 82nd minute.
However, KCCA’s fighting spirit was on full display, with right-wing back Sammy Ssebaduka pulling one back in the dying minutes of the game to give the team a crucial goal and a glimmer of hope for the return leg.
The game highlighted several positives for KCCA FC. The new players Ivan Ahimbisibwe and Lazaro Muhindo, integrated well into the squad, and their presence added a fresh dynamic to the team’s attack. Despite being on the defensive at times, the team’s ability to create scoring opportunities is a demonstration of the offensive work being done in training.
Coach Ssenyondo welcomed the challenge, stating that such high-stakes encounters are the best test of character for the players.
This fixture provided valuable lessons and exposed areas for improvement, particularly in defensive composure and finishing. The technical team will use the feedback from this game to fine tune strategies and prepare for the return leg and the new StarTimes Uganda Premier League season.
The team will continue their preseason preparations, with a focus on building cohesion and translating their attacking dominance into goals. The focus remains on the bigger picture, using this tournament to build a formidable squad ready to compete for silverware.
Next Match: The team will now look ahead to the second leg of the quarterfinal, scheduled after the international break. (SC Villa vs KCCA FC | Wednesday 10th September 2025)
Line Ups
KCCA FC
Mugolofa (GK), Ssebaduka, Mubezi (Achayi), Magambo, Obenchan, Jjara, Mayanja (Ahimbisbwe), Yiga (Ssengendo), Anyama (Sserunjogi), Gatbel (Lazaro), Lutalo (Oyirwoth)
SC Villa
Lukwago (GK), Owori, Ssemayange, Mangoli, Lubangakene, Ssemugera, Mubiru (Bayo), Najib, Lwanga Otim. A), Ssemakula, Kasinde (Otim),
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