Football

“We know how to handle them” – Bbaale defiant as Police FC host SC Villa

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3 months ago

March 10, 2026

Elliot Michael

Uganda Premier League – Fixtures

Police vs SC Villa – 4 pm
Buhimba United vs BUL – 4 pm
Calvary vs Maroons – 4 pm
Mbarara City vs Kitara – 4 pm
NEC vs UPPC – 8 pm

Kira Road Police Arena sets the stage for a defining moment in the season as Police FC welcomes a surging SC Villa in a fixture that carries heavy implications for both the top and middle of the table.

For the Cops, this isn’t just another matchday. It’s a mission to reclaim an identity that took them to the upper echelons of the league earlier this season.

Currently sitting 6th on the log with 32 points from 19 games, Police FC find themselves in their first real turbulent patch of the campaign.

With two losses and a draw in their last three outings, the early-season swagger has been replaced by a test of character. However, forward Charles Bbaale is adamant that the slump is purely temporary.

“We have prepared for the game well. We need a win to end the poor run,” Bbaale told the club media.

“Yes, sometimes the results are bad, but you don’t have to lose hope. At this moment, we need to remember that we are the same players who won games in the opening round, so we need to keep positive.”

SC Villa arrives as a side struggling to keep in the hunt for the trophy, bringing the intense pressure that comes with title aspirations.

While the Joogo’s pedigree is undisputed, Bbaale insists the Cops have the tactical blueprint to nullify the visitors.

“SC Villa is a big club, but we know how to manage them,” Bbaale added. “I expect a good game because we are going to face a side that is competing for the trophy. We need to end the poor run by beating SC Villa so that we can start a positive momentum.”

After picking up just one point from a possible nine, the focus in the Cops’ camp is on memory. The coaching staff is banking on the players’ ability to tap into the form that saw them dominate the opening round.

All eyes will be on Charles Bbaale to lead the line against his former pay masters. His confidence suggests a player ready to shoulder the burden of ending the team’s goal-scoring drought.

SC Villa may be chasing silverware, but Police FC is fighting for their pride and a spot back in the top sides’ conversation. If the Cops can translate Bbaale’s positivity into an early goal, the Arena could witness the most significant momentum shift of the season.

In the same breath, SC Villa has not won in their previous two games. Their game against Calvary was abandoned while they shared spoils with Express in the Kampala derby.

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FUFA Big League 2025/26 climax: A thrilling final match day of the season anticipated

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22 hours ago

June 4, 2026

Kenny Malone

FUFA Big League 2025/26: Match Day 30 Fixtures:

Saturday, 6th June 2026 (Kick off time is 3 PM)

Soltilo Bright Stars Vs Kataka – Kampala (Venue to be confirmed)
Nebbi Central Vs Paidha Black Angels – Luo stadium, Nebbi
Bunyaruguru United Vs Kaaro Karungi – Kasese
Kiyinda Boys Vs Ntugasaze – Mityana Ssaza ground
Onduparaka Vs Blacks Power – Ababet Green Light Stadium, Arua
Kigezi Homeboyz Vs CATDA – Al Madina Stadium, Kabale
Young Elephant Academy Vs Wakiso Giants – Elephants Park, Nwoya
Mbale Heroes Vs Iganga United – Mbale City stadium

The 2025/26 FUFA Big League season officially comes to a grand climax on Saturday, 6th June 2026.

Eight games are on card and each of the fixture is of equal relevance to the clubs in the box.

The overall champion of the season will be known, the fourth promoted club and all the four relegated clubs.

It is a battle for promotion to the Uganda Premier League for the remaining one slot that will be taken by either Eastern Uganda’s Kataka or West Nile party, Paidha Black Angels.

Equally, match day 30 will determine the champion of the league and the three other clubs to be demoted to the respective regional leagues to join already relegated Mbale Heroes.

Which is the fourth club to be promoted?

After the promotion of Kigezi Home Boyz, Blacks Power and Ntugasaze, there is one remaining slot to fight for.

This will go to either Kataka or Paidha Black Angels.

The main target will be to win our game and be assured of promotion to the top league. All the players are set for the task at hand.

Godfrey “Toldo” Awachango, Kataka Football Club head coach

With 48 points, Kataka visits Soltilo Bright Stars in Kampala on the final day seeking for maximum points.

On the other hand, Paidha Black Angels also need maximum points over fellow West Nile region side Nebbi Central at the Luo stadium with prayers that Kataka fails to win in Kampala.

Champions in waiting:

Either Kigezi Home Boyz or Blacks Power will emerge as champions for the season.

Blacks Power just needs a point from their away fixture over Onduparaka at the Ababet GreenLight Stadium to clinch the championship.

Onduparaka risks relegation if they lose with a probability that Kaaro Karungi, Soltilo Bright Stars, CATDA and Nebbi Central all win their last games.

Kigezi Home Boyz who host CATDA at the Al Madina Stadium in Kabale can also clinch the championship if they win at home and pray that Blacks Power falls in Arua to Onduparaka.

Relegation fight:

With Mbale Heroes already relegated; three more clubs shall be relegated after Saturday’s games.

Wakiso Giants (31), Soltilo Bright Stars (32), Kaaro Karungi (33), CATDA (34), Nebbi Central (34) and Onduparaka (35) are all engaged in the survival battle.

Bunyaruguru United entertains Kaaro Karungi in Kasese; Kiyinda Boys host Ntugasaze,

Kigezi Homeboyz entertains CATDA in Kabale, Young Elephant Academy hosts Wakiso Giants at the Elephants Park, Nwoya and Mbale Heroes will bid farewell to the FUFA Big League against Iganga United at the Mbale City stadium.

The four promoted clubs will join the StarTimes Uganda Premier League for the season 2026/27.

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Nakaseke District 5th Division 2026 football league eyes tense climax

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22 hours ago

June 4, 2026

Bryce Mullins

Nakaseke District Footbal Association (NDFA) 5th Division 2026 league

Week 10 Fixtures:

Kapeke BB Vs Kikandwa War Memorial – Butikwa Playground
Semuto United Vs Kikamulo United – Semuto Church of Uganda playground
Mpwedde United Vs Mijinje United – Nakaseke International playground

*All games kick off at 4:00 PM

The Nakaseke District Football Association (NDFA) 5th division league comes to a grand climax this Sunday, 7th June 2026 with three games.

Week 10 has three enticing matches at various venues.

Table leaders Kikamulo United visit Semuto United at the Semuto Church of Uganda playground.

Kikamulo United has 20 points coming to this fixture, two better than Semuto United who are joint second alongside Kapeke BB.

The likes of Dan Kisakye, James Katumba and Midu Mukwaya, among others remain key actors for Kikamulo United in their title pursuit.

Kapeke BB will at the same time host Kikandwa War Memorial at the Butikwa Playground.

In the bottom of the table clash, Mpwedde United (6 points) host Mijinje United (1 point) at the Nakaseke International playground.

Already Nakaseke United could not complete the league and was relegated to the 6th division league.

Sponsors and partners:

The league is proudly sponsored by Hon. Allan Mayanja Sebunya, Speed Sports Concept, Harriet Namukwaya and Nakaseke Local Government.

Match Day 9 Results:

Mijinje United 0-3 Kikamulo United
Semuto United 2-0 Kikandwa War Memorial
Mpwedde 1-4 Kapeke BB

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Ghana’s final squad for 2026 FIFA World Cup named

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2 days ago

June 2, 2026

Kenny Malone

Ghana’s Head Coach Carloz Queiroz has named his final 26-man squad for the forthcoming FIFA World Cup in Canada, Mexico and United States.

After days of intensive preparations in Cardiff, Wales, Queiroz was able to trim te team down to 26 that will represent Ghana at the global stage.

Tottenham forward Mohammed Kudus misses out due to an injury. He was expected to return in March from a quad injury suffered in January but suffered a setback and has not featured since.

Ghana will play against Wales in Cardiff on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, before flying out to Washington to continue preparations for the World Cup that kicks off on June 11, 2026.

The Black Stars will open their campaign against Panama on June 17 before facing England and Croatia in their Group L matches.

Goalkeepers:

Benjamin Asare, Lawrence Ati-Zigi, Joseph Anang

Defenders:

Baba Abdul Rahman, Gideon Mensah, Marvin Senaya, Alidu Seidu, Abdul Mumin, Jerome Opoku, Jonas Adjetey, Kojo Oppong Peprah, Derrick Luckassen

Midfielders:

Elisha Owusu, Thomas Partey, Kwasi Sibo, Augustine Boakye, Caleb Yirenkyi, Abdul Fatawu Issahaku, Kamal Deen Sulemana

Forwards:

Christopher Bonsu Baah, Ernest Nuamah, Antoine Semenyo, Brandon Thomas-Asante, Prince Kwabena Adu, Inaki Williams, Jordan Ayew.

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