Saturday August 29, 2026

• MTN Omondi stadium, Lugogo 4pm

KCCA and NEC lock horns in a highly anticipated clash at the MTN Omondi stadium, Lugogo on Saturday as they aim for maximum points in their 2026/27 season opener.

The two sides faced off a week ago with the Kasasiro edging the contest 1-0 in the Fufa Super 8 thanks to a decisive goal from Said Mayanja.

Brian Ssenyondo and Badru Kaddu, head coaches at KCCA and NEC respectively both believe the Fufa Super 8 final match is now in the past.

“We won, celebrated and now focus is on winning the league,” said Ssenyondo. “It is a different fixture and we want to win and start on a good note,” he added.

“It will be a tough game but this is an opportunity to play well and I believe we shall represent ourselves well on the day.”

On the other hand, Kaddu said; “The final is a different match altogether because its is about the result mainly but we have another chance to rectify what we didn’t do well then.

“Put away the chances we create and defending well and the target is to get all three points against our local rivals.”

KCCA will be without Anthony Emojong (sick) while Ibrahim Kasule has fitness doubts although he will be in the match day squad.

NEC have reported no injury worries implying forward Fahad Bayo could make his debut after he was stretchered off moments after coming on in the finale.

Key stat:

• NEC edge the H2H contest with three victories [L2, D1] but lost the reverse fixture 2-1 last season with Said Mayanja scoring a brace.

Elsewhere, SC Villa host Kitara at Wankulukuku, Lugazi take on Kigezi Home Boyz at Najjembe, Kataka are away to UPDF in Bukedea, Police are at home to Mbarara City in Kamwokya while newcomers Blacks Power and Ntugasaze lock horns at Hoima City stadium.

Saturday August 29, 2026 fixtures

• Blacks Power vs Ntugasaze – Hoima City stadium 4pm
• SC Villa vs Kitara – Mutesa II stadium, Wankulukuku 4pm Live TV
• Lugazi vs Kigezi Home Boyz – Lugazi FC stadium, Najjembe 4pm
• Police vs Mbarara City – Kira Police Arena, Kamwokya 4pm
• UPDF vs Kataka – Hamz stadium, Nakivubo 7pm

Sunday August 30, 2026 fixtures

• BUL vs Express – Fufa Technical Centre, Njeru 4pm
• Maroons vs URA – Mutesa II stadium, Wankulukuku 4pm

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Uganda Premier League side NEC FC has continued to lay down a marker ahead of the 2026/27 season after sealing the signature of experienced defender Mustafa Mujuzi on a three-year deal.

The commanding centre-back, who has committed to the Bugolobi-based outfit until the end of the 2028/29 campaign, is no stranger to the Diehards’ setup.

Mujuzi was not a mainstay figure during NEC’s impressive run to a runner-up finish in the recently concluded FUFA Super 8 tournament but the upcoming league gives him a chance to get a position in the team.

Known for his strength, aerial prowess, and exceptional game-reading skills, the energetic defender brings a wealth of top-flight experience to the NEC backline.

His extensive career includes notable spells with KCCA FC, Proline FC, Kyetume FC, Synergy FC, Vision FC, and Entebbe UPPC FC.

Mujuzi becomes the fourth major arrival at the club in the current transfer window, joining fellow recruits Enrique Lubwama, Enock Tumwesigye, and forward Fahad Bayo as NEC builds a formidable squad for the upcoming campaign.

NEC FC officials are confident that Mujuzi’s leadership and tactical discipline will add vital depth and stability to an already tight defensive unit as they chase domestic glory this season and beyond.

NEC will kick start on Saturday, August 29 as they take on KCCA in the Lugogo derby at Phillip Omondi Stadium, Lugogo.

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Friday August 28, 2026

• St. Mary’s stadium, Kitende 8pm [Live on Sanyuka Prime TV]

In what seems like no time at all, the StarTimes Premier League begins again on Friday evening, as reigning champions Vipers take on neighbours Entebbe UPPC at St. Mary’s stadium, Kitende.

Abdallah Mubiru worked wonders at the Printers as he led them to 5^th position on their return to the premiership but they couldn’t have asked for a tougher opening fixture to begin their 2026/27 campaign.

The two league meetings last season ended with the Venoms winning both encounters; 1-0 at Bugonga and 2-0 at Kitende.

In fact, Entebbe UPPC (formerly Gaddafi) have only registered one victory in head-to-head meetings with the Venoms winning six and drawing once.

Vipers new head coach Denis Lavagne has highlighted the importance of a good start and says his team is now ready after seven weeks of pre-season training.

“I think the time is now right to start the league after seven good weeks of preparations,” said Lavagne. “We have had a good week after winning the Super Cup and we want to build on that, start with a win as we aim to defend the title,” he added.

The eight-time champions were dominant against Kitara in the 3-1 win last week and will be favourites heading into the clash against the Printers who are without six key players.

Isa Bugembe and Ambrose Kigozi have fitness issues after missing large parts of the pre-season and join Anwar Ntege, Grant Matsiko, Ahmed Amayo and Julius Poloto who are injured.

In their absence, the visitors will look to new signings Ibrahim Mugulusi, Kokolo and Sharif Ssengendo to drive the team forward.

On the other hand, Vipers will look to Farouk Miya, Gusto Mulongo and Karim Watambala to inspire them to maximum points.

The fixture will also act as a precursor to Vipers’ Caf Champions League preliminary round clash against Mauritania’s Nouadhibou next week.

The opening weekend of the premier league will continue through Saturday and Sunday.

Match day one fixtures summary

Friday August 29, 2026

• Vipers vs Entebbe UPPC – St. Mary’s stadium, Kitende 8pm

Saturday August 30, 2026

• KCCA vs NEC – MTN Omondi stadium, Lugogo 4pm
• Blacks Power vs Ntugasaze – Hoima City stadium 4pm
• SC Villa vs Kitara – Mutesa II stadium, Wankulukuku 4pm Live TV
• Lugazi vs Kigezi Home Boyz – Lugazi FC stadium, Najjembe 4pm
• Police vs Mbarara City – Kira Police Arena, Kamwokya 4pm
• UPDF vs Kataka – Hamz stadium, Nakivubo 7pm

Sunday August 30, 2026

• BUL vs Express – Fufa Technical Centre, Njeru 4pm
• Maroons vs URA – Mutesa II stadium, Wankulukuku 4pm

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