Monday September 16, 2024
- Police vs BUL – 4pm
- SC Villa vs Mbarara City – 4pm
- Express vs Mbale Heroes – 7pm
SC Villa begin their title defence with a home clash against Mbarara City at Mutesa II stadium, Wankulukuku in one of the three fixtures that conclude match day one.
It will be the first league game for the Jogoos under Morley Byekwaso who replaced Serbian coach Dusan Stojanovic.
Last season’s MVP Patrick Kakande will be key for the hosts who want to start on a winning note after losing their opener 2-1 to Kitara in the 2023/14 season.
At Hamz stadium, Nakivubo, Express FC welcome Mbale Heroes to the league after over 19 years.
The Red Eagles ended last season fighting relegation and will hope for a much better start this time around.
Veteran midfielder Said Kyeyune, left back Mustafa Kizza and Emmanuel Wasswa will be crucial for the hosts who are coached by Baker Mbowa.
In the other game on Monday, 2005 league champions lock horns with BUL at Kavumba Recreation ground.
Abbey Kikomeko’s men come into the game as slight favourites but Cops have a strong squad to give them a tough challenge.