Ntugasaze, Kiyinda Boys, Kaaro Karungi Registered Crucial Victories.

FUFA Big League Matchday 24: Goals, Drama, And A No-Show Shake Up The Promotion Race

The FUFA Big League returned today with eight thrilling encounters played across the country as the battle for promotion to the Uganda Premier League and the fight against relegation intensified. With just six matches left to conclude the season, every point matters. The top four teams will earn promotion to the UPL, while the bottom four will be relegated to their respective regional leagues. Matchday 24 delivered late winners, hard-fought draws, and one major talking point — a no-show that could have disciplinary consequences.

Here is a full breakdown of all eight matches:

Soltilo Bright Stars FC 0-1 Young Elephants FC
Venue: Bugolobi Coffee Grounds
Hosts Soltilo Bright Stars FC fell 1-0 to Young Elephants FC. The decisive moment came early, with a lone strike from prolific forward Isaac Gumperom in the 15th minute.

Bright Stars lacked a cutting edge despite playing at home. Young Elephants were clinical, taking their only clear chance to secure three vital points.

Young Elephants remain 7th on the table with 34 points from 24 matches. Soltilo Bright Stars drop to 10th position with 28 points.

Kigezi HomeBoyz FC vs Mbale Heroes FC – Not Played

Venue: Al Madina Playground
The match between Kigezi HomeBoyz Football Club and Mbale Heroes Football Club was not played because the away team, Mbale Heroes FC, did not turn up for the match. The FUFA competitive department will give a final decision for this particular encounter.

No-shows in the FUFA Big League are unfortunately not uncommon, and they usually come down to a mix of financial and logistical challenges

Ntugasaze’s FC 2-0 Iganga United FC
Venue: Kavumba Recreational Ground
Hosts Ntugasaze Football Club returned to winning ways as they edged Iganga United FC 2-0. Electric winger James Jarieko gave them the lead in the 43rd minute, while Hudson Mbalire sealed the victory in the 92nd minute.

Ntugasaze were patient and punished Iganga United late in each half.

This win takes Ntugasaze to 40 points from 24 matches, sitting 3rd on the table. Iganga United FC remain 11th with 28 points.

Bunyaruguru United 1-1 Paidha Black Angels SC
Venue: Nyamambuka Playground
Bunyaruguru United and Paidha Black Angels SC shared the spoils in a 1-1 draw. Jonathan Moses gave the hosts Bunyaruguru United the lead in the 15th minute, while Frank Muna Kalule equalised for Paidha Black Angels SC in the 38th minute.

An even contest between two mid-table sides. Both teams took their chances in an open first half but cancelled each other out after the break.

Paidha Black Angels SC and Bunyaruguru are tied on 37 points from 24 matches, sitting 5th and 6th on the table respectively.

Kiyinda Boys FC 1-0 Blacks Power FC
Venue: Bertham City Recreational Ground, Kiwenda
Hosts Kiyinda Boys FC defeated Blacks Power FC 1-0. It was a solitary strike from Kalanda Frank in the 91st minute.

This was a huge result. Table-toppers Blacks Power were stunned by a stoppage-time winner. Kiyinda Boys defended deep and struck right at the death.

Kiyinda Boys Football Club remain 7th on the table with 35 points from 24 matches. Blacks Power FC remain on top of the table with 42 points despite the defeat.

Wakiso Giants FC 1-1 Kataka FC
Venue: Hamz Stadium, Nakivubo

Wakiso Giants FC shared the spoils 1-1 with Kataka FC. Isa Bugembe scored for Wakiso Giants FC in the 67th minute, while Isaac Owiny equalised for Kataka FC 10 minutes to stoppage time.

Wakiso Giants will feel they dropped two points in their relegation fight. Kataka showed resilience to snatch a late point and keep their promotion hopes alive.

Wakiso Giants FC remain in the relegation zone with 27 points, while Kataka are in the promotional chase, sitting 4th on the table with 38 points.

Nebbi Central 1-1 Onduparaka FC

Venue: Luo Grounds-Nebbi
Nebbi Central shared the spoils 1-1 with Onduparaka FC. Fred Wasayo struck first for Nebbi Central FC in the 19th minute, while Michael Kedi equalised for Onduparaka FC in the 30th minute.

A fast start with two goals in the opening 30 minutes, but neither side could find a winner. Both teams remain in danger near the bottom.

Onduparaka FC are now one place above relegation with 27 points, while Nebbi Central are in 9th position with 29 points from 24 matches.

Kaaro Karungi FC 1-0 Catda FC

Venue: Kyamate Playground

It was a battle of relegation as Kaaro Karungi FC faced Catda Football Club. Kaaro Karungi FC edged Catda Football Club in a match that was hit by heavy downpours in the second stanza. The only goal for Kaaro Karungi came from Benon Nyiyonzima, who scored with a long-range freekick to beat the Catda FC goalkeeper five minutes to stoppage time.

A classic relegation six-pointer decided by a moment of quality. The heavy rain made conditions tough, but Nyiyonzima’s freekick was the difference.

Kaaro Karungi FC collected three maximum points, but both teams are still in the relegation zone. Kaaro Karungi sit 14th on the table with 25 points, while Catda Football Club sit 15th from 24 matches.

The FUFA Big League is heating up as teams fight for promotion and survival. With six matches left, the margins are tight from 3rd to 6th and from 12th to 15th. Every goal, every point, and every disciplinary decision could define the season.