The memories of the dramatic 2-2 draw between KCCA and Onduparaka in May 2023 are still fresh, making this clash one for the books. A draw after 90 minutes will lead straight to a penalty shootout.
- Fixture: KCCA FC vs Onduparaka FC
- Competition: Stanbic Uganda Cup (Round of 16)
- Date: Tuesday, March 17, 2026
- Kick-off: 7:00 PM EAT
- Venue: MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo
KCCA FC enters the round of 16 as favourites, not just because of their top flight status, but due to their formidable home record at Lugogo.
For Onduparaka, the goal will be to frustrate the hosts, much like they did in 2023, and hope to take the game to the lottery of penalty kicks, where they have already tasted success this season against Football Classroom.
The memories of the dramatic 2-2 draw between KCCA and Onduparaka in May 2023 are still fresh, making this clash one for the books. A draw after 90 minutes will lead straight to a penalty shootout.
The hosts, KCCA FC, are in a rich vein of form, having won their last six matches in all competitions.
Forward Ivan Ahimbisibwe is the man to watch, having scored seven goals in the last eight matches in all competitions.
Skipper Fillbert Obenchan, who scored the winner against Mbarara City FC in the previous round, is expected to lead the backline.
Visitors Onduparaka are currently competing in the FUFA Big League. The Caterpillars come into this as underdogs but carry a reputation for giant-killing. Their key men, Jimmy Pirio and Jonathan Mungufeni, will be tasked with finding the goals.
After a gruelling schedule in the second tier, the team will rely on the resilience they showed in their 720 km trip to Kabale earlier in the tournament at the round of 64.
Sammy Ssebaduka and Ivan Ahimbisibwe in a warm-up routine
Road to the round of 16
Both teams have navigated different paths to reach this stage, with the Caterpillars showing immense grit away from home and the Kasasiro Boys maintaining their dominance at Lugogo.
KCCA FC
Round of 64 – St George Masindi 0-2 KCCA FC
Round of 32 – KCCA FC 1-0 Mbarara City FC
Onduparaka FC
Round of 64 – Kabale City FC 1-3 Onduparaka FC
Round of 32 – Onduparaka FC 0-0 Football Classroom (Ondu won 5-4 on penalties)
Head to Head (Last 5 meetings)
Historically, KCCA FC has held the upper hand in this fixture, particularly at Lugogo. However, Onduparaka has often proven to be a stubborn opponent.
In the last 13 games in all competitions, KCCA FC has won 9, while Onduparaka FC has won once.
Both sides have shared spoils three times.
KCCA FC has scored 37 goals, while Onduparaka has scored 8 goals in this tie in the 13 meetings.
May 2, 2023: KCCA FC 2-2 Onduparaka (UPL)
Dec 2, 2022: Onduparaka 0-2 KCCA FC (UPL)
Feb 19, 2022: KCCA FC 3-1 Onduparaka (UPL)
Feb 3, 2022: Onduparaka 1-1 KCCA FC (UPL)
Apr 25, 2021: Onduparaka 0-1 KCCA FC (UPL)
Herbert Achai dribbles past his opponent in a previous match between Onduparaka FC vs KCCA FC at Greenlight Stadium, Arua
KCCA FC co-head coach Jackson Magera has been vocal about the mental fortitude required for this knockout stage, warning the players against complacency.
In a knockout competition, there are no second chances. We have been working on the group’s focus because one lapse can end our journey. The hunger in the squad is deep, and the lads know that if we are to progress in this competition, we must be clinical and disciplined.
Team News #KCCAONDU
James Mubezi suffered a fracture in his hand and underwent surgery last week. He will stay out of action for a while.
Charles Lukwago, the club captain, is currently on compassionate leave following the passing of his mother last week.
Knee injuries rule out Assistant Captain Derrick Nsibambi and midfielder Bright Anukani from this match.
Alpha Thierry Ssali is ruled out of the tie due to a hamstring injury.
The rest of the squad is available to face Onduparaka FC in Lugogo.
Available Squad #KCCAONDU
Mugolofa, Oyirwoth, Emojong, Obenchan, Gavin, Lazaro, Muhamud, Walusimbi, Achayi, Magambo, O.Steven**, Jjara**, Sserunjogi, Mugisha, Mayanja, Lutalo, Ssengendo, Mugume, Mezui, Gatbel **, Yiga, Kwikiriza, Ssebaduka, Anyama, Ahimbisibwe, Muserero, and Ismail Fahad**.
** means Academy Player
