Makerere University Business School (MUBS) made a winning start to their Pepsi University Football League campaign, edging University of World Mission Frontiers 1-0 away from home in Game Two.
Mbabazi Joe scored the decisive goal to hand the visitors all three points in a closely contested encounter, giving head coach Zinda Ali a positive start to the campaign.
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Ali was pleased with his team’s performance, describing the contest as competitive and highlighting the importance of securing maximum points in their opening match.
“It was an interesting and competitive game, especially because it was our first match of the campaign. Both teams started well, and the game was closely contested. However, we managed to score a goal and secure all three points, which makes us very excited,” Ali said.
The MUBS coach added that his team would return home to prepare for their next fixture as they seek to build on the opening victory.
For University of World Mission Frontiers, the defeat offered valuable lessons as the institution begins its journey in the university football competition.
In action Marvin Ssegujja credit to Jackshots
Captain Marvin Segujja acknowledged the challenge of facing a more experienced side, admitting that the team was disappointed with the result but determined to improve.
“It was a good experience for me as captain and for the entire team, especially because we are new to this league. We were playing against a team that has been competing in the league for quite some time, but we tried our level best,” Segujja said.
“ We are a bit frustrated, but we are not giving up. We are going to train harder, identify and correct our mistakes, and prepare better for the next game. We believe we can learn from this experience and come back stronger.”
World Mission Frontiers head coach Sebyaayi Christopher also remained optimistic despite the loss, pointing to the team’s status as a new entrant and the need to build confidence among the players.
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Christopher said the squad, drawn from the university’s first intake, had the ability to compete but needed time, belief and consistent work to translate its potential into results.
“As a coach, I will work hard to instil confidence in the players, help them improve their performance and correct their mistakes. I believe that with hard work, patience and commitment, we can start getting positive results in the games ahead,” Christopher said.
While MUBS departed with the victory, World Mission Frontiers will look to regroup and address their shortcomings ahead of their next assignment.
For Ali’s side, Mbabazi’s winning goal provided the perfect reward for a disciplined away performance, while World Mission Frontiers were left to draw encouragement from a competitive display despite starting their campaign with defeat.