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StarTimes Uganda Premier League
KCCA FC vs NEC FC
MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo.
Friday, December 12, 2025 – 8pm EAT
KCCA FC is set to host NEC FC in a highly anticipated Uganda Premier League clash on Friday, December 12th, at the MTN Omondi Stadium. This “Lugogo Derby” promises an intense battle as both teams look to make a statement.
KCCA FC comes into this game riding a wave of confidence following a crucial away win against BUL FC last Sunday. That win is part of a strong run the Cityzens are having, with co-coach Brian Ssenyondo emphasizing the team’s motivation.
We are motivated by the results we have got in the last matches but we want more. We are expected to win matches, and we are not going to get carried away by the three matches we have won on the spin. I believe we have the best squad available and we also thank the fans for supporting the team always. Just like they did against BUL, they should come and rally behind the boys against NEC.
KCCA FC is currently flying high, sitting at the top of the table with 20 points from 9 games, having won six of their nine matches. The support of the fans, as called for by the coach, will be crucial in maintaining their impressive form at home.
NEC FC, who share the MTN Omondi Stadium with KCCA for their home games, will be no pushovers. Their last result saw them hold Vipers SC to a commendable 1-1 draw right there at Lugogo, proving they can stand up to the league’s top sides.
Despite being in the top half of the table, currently in 9th position with 11 points from 9 games, NEC has a knack for causing upsets.
Statistics: #KCCANEC (all competitions).
In the previous 5 games, KCCA FC has won 2, and NEC has won 3.
Both sides have never shared spoils.
Both KCCA FC and NEC have scored 4 goals each in the last 5 games played against each other
Last five matches: #KCCANEC
NEC FC 1-0 KCCA FC
KCCA FC 0-1 NEC FC
KCCA FC 1-0 NEC FC
NEC FC 0-3 KCCA FC
KCCA FC 0-2 NEC FC
KCCA FC’s last five matches of the 2025/26 season (UPL)
BUL FC 1-2 KCCA FC
Mbarara City FC 1-2 KCCA FC
KCCA FC 2-1 URA FC
Vipers SC 1-0 KCCA FC
KCCA FC 4-2 Calvary FC
NEC FC’s last five matches of the 2025/26 season. (UPL)
NEC FC 1-1 Vipers SC
Maroons FC 1-1 NEC FC
NEC FC 1-0 Calvary FC
SC Villa 2-1 NEC FC
NEC FC 1-1 BUL FC
Team News #KCCANEC
Charles Lukwago, Shafik Kwikiriza, and Ivan Ahimbisibwe will miss the tie, as the trio traveled with the Uganda Cranes to Morocco on Sunday, 7th December, 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.
The rest of the squad is available to face NEC FC at MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo
Available Team: #KCCANEC
Mugolofa, Emojong, Oyirwoth, Gavin, Lazaro, Muhamud, Walusimbi, Haruna, Achayi, Mubezi, Obenchan, Steven, Jjara, Sserunjogi, Mugisha, Mayanja, Lutalo, Ssengendo, Mugume, Alpha, Gatbel, Yiga, Ssebaduka, and Anyama.
Despite KCCA FC being on form, derby matches rarely follow the form book. NEC’s draw against Vipers shows their potential. A closely contested affair is expected at the MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo derby this Friday.
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