TEAM NEWS | Cityzens Travel to Hoima for Kitara FC Opener

StarTimes Uganda Premier League

Kitara FC vs KCCA FC

The Royals Park Stadium, Butema, Hoima.

Friday, September, 26th, 2025 – 4pm EAT

KCCA FC kicks off its 2025/26 StarTimes Uganda Premier League campaign with a highly anticipated trip to Hoima to face Kitara FC. This Match Day One encounter at the Royals Park Stadium, Butema, Hoima, marks the beginning of the league’s new format and is set to be a true test of our early season title credentials.

This season introduces a thrilling, multi-phase league format, meaning every point in this first round is critical.

The Cityzens made the long journey to Hoima on Thursday, a day before match day, and the atmosphere of a packed Royals Park will immediately put our squad’s mentality to the test.

The Royals enjoyed a fair campaign last season and will be motivated to start the new format on a high, especially in front of their home fans in Butema.

Adding intrigue to the fixture is the fact that KCCA FC co-head coach Brian Ssenyondo faces his former side, Kitara FC. His understanding of their setup and some of the players could be a crucial factor in the technical duel against Kitara’s Head Coach, George Lutalo, and his counterpart, Wasswa Bosa.

Charles Lukwago in training in Hoima

The Kasasiro Boys kick off the new season with renewed optimism and a blend of experience and fresh talent. Goalkeeper Charles Lukwago, returning to the club and taking on the captaincy, leads a reinforced squad. His leadership, alongside deputies Fillbert Obenchan, Herbert Achayi and Derrick Nsibambi will be vital in controlling the game.

We have reinforced our technical team and squad with new acquisitions, aiming to propel the club back to the summit of Ugandan football. This first match is the first step in our mission to reclaim the championship glory. Jackson Magera Kaddu

Head to Head

Statistics indicate that KCCA FC has an advantage over Kitara FC.

In the past 7 matches in the league and the Uganda Cup, KCCA FC has won 4 while Kitara FC has won 3.

Both sides have never shared spoils in a league match.

Kitara FC has scored 10 goals, while KCCA FC has scored 14 in the last 7 games in the league and the cup.

Ssali Alpha Thierry could make his league debut for KCCA FC against Kitara FC in Hoima

KCCA FC’s last five games against Kitara FC (All competitions)

• 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)
• Kitara FC 1-0 KCCA FC FC (FUFA Super 8)

Team News #KITKCCA

Ashraf Mugume has returned to full fitness, and he is likely to start his first competitive game this season.

Etienne Katenga and Joao Gabriel resumed training this week but will miss the fixture due to lack of match fitness.

Former Kitara players Rogers Mugisha and Umar Lutalo are ruled out due to hamstring injuries

Another former Kitara player, Lazaro Muhindo, misses the game due to compassionate leave.

Teenager Yian Gatbel will miss the match due to a knee injury.

Goalkeeper Anthony Emojong will miss the game due to a knock on his ankle

Ivan Ahimbisibwe, Enock Walusimbi, and Ssali Alpha Thierry are poised to make their league debuts, while Herbert Achayi and Charles Lukwago are likely to feature for their first time since their return.

Etienne Katenga will miss the match against Kitara FC in Hoima

Available Team: #KITKCCA

Lukwago, Mugolofa, Oyirwoth, Gavin, Muhamud, Walusimbi, Haruna, Achayi, Obenchan, Magambo, Mubezi, Steven.O, Sserunjogi, Mayanja, Jjara, Kwikiriza, Ssengendo, Yiga, Ssebaduka, Mugume, Alpha, Anyama, Ahimbisbiwe, and Nsibambi