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THE JOGOOS RETURN TO NAMBOOLE IN A VISIT TO KCCA FC

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The Jogoos will return to their home of memories in Mandela National Stadium – Namboole as they visit close rivals KCCA FC on matchday 26 of the Startimes Uganda Premier League this Wednesday, May 1st, 2024.

SC Villa comes into this fixture with the ambition to take home all the available points as they look to close the points gap between them and the current leader on the log. The last time the sides met at Wankulukuku, KCCA FC walked away with all the bragging rights, and the Jogoos will look to overturn the result in seek for revenge.

Norman Angufindru, who is still recovering from injury, Junior Niwamanya, Simon Mukisa, and Hakim Mutebi, who are representing their respective schools in the ongoing Uganda Secondary Schools Sports Association games, will all not be available for selection. Defender Arnold Odong will have to face a late fitness test to be available for selection. Other than that, the squad is available for selection.

“We know the importance of tomorrow’s game in our ambitions to reach our desired goals this season. We understand that KCCA is not an easy team to play given the quality of players they have, but we’re ready to go all out and have the points,” said Defender Joseph Kafumbe.

The game will kick off at 7 pm (EAT) under the floodlights and will be live on Sanyuka and FUFA TV.

SC VILLA VISIT GADDAFI FC

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SC Villa will on Thursday, 25th April 2024, visit Jinja Army side Gaddafi FC in match day 25 of the StarTimes Uganda Premier League. This is a crucial game for the Jogoos, and a win will keep them in title contention.

The sides have met five times, and SC Villa has won three meetings, while Gaddafi has won one with a draw amongst them.

Team News

Defender Arnold Odong and Goalkeeper Norman Angufindru will not be present for this encounter as Midfielder Diego Semugera will face a late fitness test to be part of the contingent tomorrow. Other than that, everyone is present.

“We understand the importance of every game ahead in the remaining fixtures. We understand visiting Gaddafi at their home won’t be an easy game, but we need the points tomorrow! A win is a must.” – Defender Cyrus Kibande

The game will kick off at 4 pm and will be live on Sanyuka Prime.

SC VILLA, BRIGHT STARS SHARE SPOILS

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SC Villa and Soltilo Brightstars FC clashed in an intense match on match day 24 of the Startimes Uganda Premier League. The game, held at Wankulukuku on a Sunday afternoon, saw both teams eager for victory.

In the 4th minute, the first shot of the day was punched out by Bright Stars’ Hassan, creating a tense moment demanding a rebound. However, neither team could convert in the early stages.

As the game progressed, there were glimpses of brilliance, such as a nice interplay between Lutalo and Kakande in the final box at the 14th minute, but Lwanga’s shot sailed above the crossbar, leaving the scoreline unchanged.

By the 30th minute mark, SC Villa seemed to dominate possession, creating numerous chances at goal but failing to find the breakthrough. The first half ended goalless, with both teams heading to the break to regroup.

In the second half, the Jogoos returned with renewed determination, launching dangerous attacks but unable to capitalize on their opportunities. A pivotal moment came in the 66th minute when Bright Stars’ Ashiraf Mulindi found the back of the net, putting his team in the lead.

However, SC Villa quickly responded as Patrick Kakande leveled the score with a goal of his own in the 66th minute, restoring parity to the match.

Tempers flared as the game intensified, leading to a booking for Sekiganda at the 70th minute for a foul on Mulindi.

In a bid to shake things up, SC Villa made a double substitution at the 75th minute, bringing on Niwamanya and Elvis Ngonde for Lwanga and Sekiganda, respectively.

Despite late attempts to clinch victory, including a wayward shot by Lutalo in the 80th minute, the match ended in a 1-1 draw, with both teams sharing the points.

Reflecting on the game, forward Junior Niwamanya expressed disappointment at not securing the win but emphasized the team’s determination to bounce back stronger in their next fixture.

Looking ahead, SC Villa will face Jinja Army side Gaddafi FC in their next match on Thursday, April 25th, 2024.

Match Preview: Sc Villa host Soltilo Bright Stars

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SC Villa will host Wakiso side Bright Stars FC on Sunday, April 21st, 2024, in matchday 24 of the Startimes Uganda Premier League. This will be the second meeting between the sides this season, with the first meeting having ended in a 1-all draw.

The Jogoos will look to collect maximum points in the encounter as it’s crucial given their position on the log, with just four points off the leaders.

In the last eight meetings, SC Villa has managed to secure four wins compared to Bright Stars’ two, with just two matches ending in a draw.

The Jogoos will be without the services of Defender Arnold Odong, who’s out with an ankle injury. Youngsters Hakim Mutebi and Simon Mukisa are out due to their studies. The rest of the players are available for selection.

“We understand the importance of tomorrow’s game, and we’re ready to go all out. All the next games are crucial, and we only have to win. Bright Stars is a tricky team, but I believe with the tactics that the coaches have given us, we will be able to come out victorious.” – Midfielder Ronald Sekiganda.

Kick-off is scheduled at 3 pm, and game day tickets go for 10k and 50k for Ordinary and VIP respectively.

SC VILLA , VIPERS SHARE SPOILS

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In an entertaining match at Wankulukuku, the Startimes Uganda Premier League clash between SC Villa and Vipers SC ended in a goalless draw on matchday 23. Both teams gave their all but couldn’t capitalize on the chances created.

The game started with both sides pushing forward for an early lead. Umar Lutalo made a promising shot early on, but it was saved by the Vipers SC goalkeeper. However, the game heated up with yellow cards being issued, including one to Garvin for a foul on Mukundane.

Despite numerous attempts from both teams, the first half ended with SC Villa unable to break the deadlock.

After the break, Arnold Odong had got injured, leading to Diego Semugera coming on as a substitute for SC Villa. The Jogoos returned with renewed intent, launching random attacks to find the winning goal.

As the clock ticked, SC Villa continued to press for a goal, but Vipers SC’s defense held firm. Despite substitutions and efforts from players like Kakande and Kyeyune, SC Villa couldn’t find the breakthrough.

At full time, both teams had to settle for a draw. SC Villa’s Jeans Braddy Wokorach expressed his thoughts on the result, saying,

“We came for a win today but it didn’t go our way. We take the point and head back to the drawing board in preparation for the games ahead. I thank my teammates for giving their all and the fans for supporting us throughout the game.”

With the point gained, SC Villa moves to 41 points in the league, maintaining the fourth position, just three points behind the table leaders. They now prepare to face Soltilo Bright Stars at Wankulukuku on April 21st, 2024.

MATCH PREVIEW: SC VILLA HOSTS VIPERS SC AT WANKULUKUKU

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The Jogoos will host Entebbe road side at Muteesa II Stadium – Wankulukuku on Tuesday, April 9th, 2024. This will be the second meeting of the sides this 2023/24 season, with the first ending in a one-all draw at St. Mary’s Stadium – Kitende.

This is a crucial match for the Jogoos as they look to minimize the points between them and the leaders, who currently have 44 points compared to the Jogoos’ 40. A win tomorrow will push the Jogoos to second position.

Game Stats

In their last five meetings, the Jogoos have secured one win compared to the Vipers’ two wins, with two draws between them.

Team News

The Jogoos will be boosted by the return of Hamis Diego Semugera and defender Gavin Kizito. However, young stars Junior Niwamanya, Hakim Mutebi, and Simon Mukisa will not be present due to school engagements.

Reactions

“We believe that whatever the coaches have given us going into this fixture will help us come out successful. We’ve worked on our finishing since we’ve been creating enough chances recently but not converting to our maximum. Everyone of us is ready to take on the task ahead tomorrow,” said forward Hakim Kiwanuka.

Kickoff tomorrow is at exactly 1600hrs (EAT) with an entry fee of 20k for ordinary tickets and 50k for VIP. The game will also be live on Sanyuka TV.

THE JOGOOS PICK A POINT IN NJERU

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SC Villa played out a one all draw when they visited Busoga United on Thursday evening in match day 23 of the Startimes Uganda Premier League. 19th minute goal from Charles Lwanga for the Jogoos and 82nd minute goal from the King’s men Moses Logono closed the day.

From kickoff , the Jogoos displayed their attacking intent with a forward movement, eager to create scoring opportunities. In the 10th minute, Charles Lwanga had a chance to put his team ahead, but his shot sailed above the crossbar, leaving the fans on edge.

Undeterred by the missed opportunity, SC Villa continued to press forward, earning a corner in the 12th minute. However, Sekiganda’s header narrowly missed the target, denying SC Villa the breakthrough they desired.

Despite their dominance in the attacking third, SC Villa struggled to break the deadlock until the 19th minute as Charles Lwanga capitalized on an assist from Abas Kyeyune to give SC Villa the lead.

As halftime approached, SC Villa held onto their slender advantage, buoyed by Lwanga’s early goal. However, the second half proved to be a more challenging affair as Busoga United fought back valiantly.

Despite SC Villa’s continued efforts to widen the score gap, they were unable to find the back of the net. In the 82nd minute, Moses Logono struck for Busoga United, leveling the score and setting the stage for a tense finale.

With the final whistle, both teams settled for a hard-fought draw, each taking home a valuable point. 

Reflecting on the match, Midfielder Abas Kyeyune remarked, 

**”We had come for a win but we failed to convert the chances we created. A draw is not bad; however, a point is something we can build on going into the next game.”**

Looking ahead, SC Villa will turn their attention to their next fixture against Vipers SC at Muteesa II Stadium, Wankulukuku, on April 9, 2024.

SC VILLA VISIT BUSOGA UNITED

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The Jogoos will make a short trip to the eastern side to face Busoga United FC in the Startimes Uganda Premier League matchday 23 at the FUFA Technical Center – Njeru on Thursday 4th April 2024.

SC Villa will look to secure a double over the home side as the first leg ended in favor of the Jogoos.

Game Stats
In their last five meetings, the Jogoos have secured four wins compared to the King’s men’s one win, with no draws between them.

Team News
The Jogoos will miss the services of Hamis Diego Semugera and Defender Gavin Kizito, who are serving card suspensions and are expected to return in the next game.

Reactions

“The team is in good shape, and everyone is prepared to go all out tomorrow. Busoga United is not an easy team, especially when it’s at their home, but we are not deterred. We will put the coaches’ instructions into use to ensure we get maximum points.” – Striker Reagan Mpande

Kickoff tomorrow is at exactly 1600hrs (EAT) with an entry fee of 10k. The game will also be live on FUFA TV.

THE JOGOOS PICK IMPORTANT POINTS AT HOME

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The Jogoos welcomed Mbarara City FC to Muteesa II Stadium – Wankulukuku for the second leg of the Startimes Uganda Premier League 2023/24 season on Saturday, March 30th, 2024.

The match started with both teams showing determination, with an equal share of possession in the early stages. SC Villa initiated the attack, showcasing good team interplay, but Kakande’s attempt in the 2nd minute was off target. As the game progressed, opportunities arose for both sides, with Lwanga missing a chance to connect with Sekiganda’s cross in the 13th minute.

In the 20th minute, Semugera was fouled by Mbarara’s Odong near the box, leading to a free kick for SC Villa, which was expertly converted by Lutalo, giving the Jogoos the lead.

However, Mbarara City FC quickly responded, with Kitegenyi equalizing in the 30th minute after Wokorach failed to handle a cross properly.

The first half ended with the score leveled, setting the stage for an intense second half. SC Villa came out strong after the break, with Kakande missing a shot in the 53rd minute. Managerial changes were made by the gaffer with Kiwanuka and Kyeyune coming in for Owori and Sekiganda.

In the 69th minute, Kiwanuka found the back of the net, putting SC Villa ahead once again thanks to Kafumbe’s timely cross. The Jogoos continued to press forward, displaying excellent teamwork as they searched for a third goal. Substitutions were made by SC Villa, with Mpande and Ngonde coming on the Fray.

As the match entered its final minutes, SC Villa maintained their lead, securing all three points.

The day’s man of the match talked to this website and said;

“I thank the team for the great fight made to see that all points belong to us. We had not a so good first half but we came back with the hunger to secure a win which we did.we are now looking towards the games up front. I thank the fans for their chants keep us going!” – Midfielder Umaru Lutalo.

The win elevated SC Villa to third position in the league standings, with 39 points from 20 games, keeping their title aspirations alive. SC Villa’s next fixture will see them travel to face Busoga United on Thursday, April 4th, 2024.

SC VILLA HOST MBARARA CITY FC

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The Jogoos will host western side Mbarara City FC in the Startimes Uganda Premier League matchday 22 at Muteesa II Stadium, Wankulukuku.

SC Villa will look to maximize their opportunity at home and secure a win from their opponents in this second leg of the league. The first leg ended in a nil-nil draw in Kakyeka.

Game Stats
In their last five meetings, the Jogoos have secured two wins, as well as Mbarara City, with only one draw among them.

Team News
The Jogoos are boosted with the return of youngsters Hakim Mutebi, Abas Kyeyune, Patrick Kakande, and Cyrus Kibande, who were out with the Hippos participating in the Dire cup and All African Games in Ethiopia and Ghana Respectively.

Skipper Kenneth Semakula and midfielder Ronald Sekiganda are also back after representation with the Cranes in the recently concluded international friendlies against Comoros and Ghana. Assistant head coach Morley Byekwaso and Doctors Emma Nakabago and Michael Gumisiriza are also back to the staff after their respective national duties.

Goalkeeper Meddie Kibirige, with a back injury, and Defender Gavin Kizito, who got a straight red card in our last outing, will be out for this fixture. Other than the above, the squad is available and ready for selection.

“Mbarara is not an easy team to play as they have good coaches and players, but we’re aware of the task ahead – go all out, work as a team, and get the points to enable us to reach our goal this season.” – Center Back Odong Arnold

Kickoff tomorrow is at exactly 1600hrs (EAT) with entry fees 10k regular and 50k VIP. The game will also be live on Sanyuka TV.

SC Villa vs. Vipers SC Fixture Rescheduled

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The Uganda Premier League Secretariat has confirmed the new date for the rescheduled league fixture between SC Villa and Vipers SC.

The rescheduling occurred because SC Villa had four players, Cyrus Kibande, Hakim Kiwanuka, Patrick Jonah Kakande, and Abas Kyeyune, along with coach Morley Byekwaso and Doctor Michael Gumisiriza, on the Uganda Hippos team participating in the Dire Dawa Cup in Ethiopia.

The match will now take place on April 9, 2024, at Muteesa II Stadium in Wankulukuku, on Matchday 23.

Prior to this, SC Villa will host Mbarara City FC on Saturday, March 30, 2024, and then visit Busoga United on April 6, 2024.

10-MAN JOGOOS SECURE SUCCESSFUL REVENGE IN JINJA

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In a clash between SC Villa and Bul FC on matchday 21 of the Startimes Uganda Premier League, David Owori’s strike just before halftime proved decisive as the Jogoos emerged victorious despite being reduced to ten men.

In the 17th minute, a promising cross from Kafumbe narrowly missed Gavin’s timely connection which could have led to an early opener. The Jogoos continued to press, with Owori’s attempt saved by Ikara in the 20th minute.

As the game progressed, the Jogoos maintained active possession without creating clear-cut chances until the 40th minute when a slick combination between Semakula and Sekiganda set up Owori to calmly slot the ball past Ikara, giving SC Villa the lead at halftime.

After the break, the Jogoos intensified their efforts, with Kiwanuka’s shot narrowly missing the target in the 50th minute. Despite dominating possession, they struggled to break down Bul’s defense.

The game took a dramatic turn in the 60th minute when Garvin Kizito was shown a red card for a handball on the goal line following a corner from Bul, resulting in a penalty for the hosts. However, Jeans Braddy saved Kazindula’s spot-kick, preserving SC Villa’s lead.

Manager Dusan made his first substitution in the 68th minute, bringing on Umar Lutalo for Kiwanuka, as goalkeeper Braddy Jeans Wokorach made several crucial saves to keep the Jogoos ahead also making him the day’s man of the match, clinching his second clean sheet since season start

Further changes were made in the 80th minute, with Andrew Otim replacing Charles Lwanga and Ngonde Elvis coming on for Sekiganda, as SC Villa held on to claim all three points at full-time.

It was no easy game for in the last twenty minutes, we had to step up being a man down and fought for the badge. I knew I had to save that penalty for we needed much more than a draw and also the win for Gavin. I thank the team for the work and the fans for making the shouts throughout the game. – Jeans Braddy Wokorach

The win pushes the Jogoos to 36 points on the log in as many games played six points from the leaders.

SC VILLA VISIT BUL FC

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SC Villa will visit Jinja-based side Bul FC in the Startimes Uganda Premier League match day 21 at FUFA Technical Center – Njeru. The Jogoos will look to secure a positive three points from the visit, having lost the first leg at Wankulukuku.

Team Stats:
The Jogoos have won four of their previous top-flight games, while Bul has only won one game in as many matches played.

Team News:
The Jogoos’ squad is boosted with the return of defenders Arnold Odong and Gavin Kizito, who sat out the previous game due to card accumulation. The services of midfielders Patrick Jonah and Abas Kyeyune will be missed, but everyone is fit and ready for selection.

Speaking to this website, Skipper Kenneth Semakula said:
“Bul FC is not an easy team to play at their, given the position they’re in right now on the log. But we also want to improve our position and points in the league. We have worked on the build-up with the coaches, and we’re raring to go tomorrow.”*

The game will kick off at 4 pm and will be live on Sanyuka Prime.

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