FUFA Super 8 Cup: Maroons FC and BUL FC Battle to a Draw as Vipers Luckily settle for a draw against NEC Fc

The highly anticipated fourth edition of the FUFA Super 8 Cup made a thrilling return on yesterday with the first leg of Round One featuring two intense matches that both ended in draws.

In a quiet St Mary’s Stadium for the first game, Maroons FC and BUL FC faced off in a quest for 1st leg advantage.

The match began evenly, with both teams displaying solid performances in the initial minutes. Maroons FC’s new signing, Ivan Mayanja, showcased his skills in midfield, forming a promising partnership with Ronald Orombi. Maroons had several early chances, but BUL FC’s goalkeeper, Joel Mutakubwa, made crucial saves to keep the game level.

As the first half drew to a close, BUL FC’s Jerome Kirya found the back of the net with a stunning shot in the 46th minute, capitalizing on a defensive error by the Maroons defense to give the defending champions the lead.

The second half kicked off with high energy, and just 10 minutes in, Maroons’ striker Brian Omirambe seized on a defensive lapse by BUL to equalize. In a turn of events, Maroons’ Muwanda Mawejje received a red card for a second bookable offense in the 66th minute, leaving his team a man down.

Despite the numerical advantage, BUL FC could not capitalize on the opportunity. Coach Abbey Kikomeko brought on Ibrahim Mugulusi and Lawrence Tezikya in place of Jerome Kirya and Orit Ibrahim in a bid to secure the win, but their efforts fell short.

The match ended in a 1-1 draw, setting the stage for an exciting return leg on Wednesday, August 7th, at MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo as both teams vie for a place in the next round of the FUFA Super 8 Cup.

In another gripping tie, Vipers SC were fortunate to secure a draw against a resilient NEC FC. NEC dominated early, creating numerous chances but failing to convert.

New signing Kawawulo’s second-half free-kick goal was called off for offside. Both teams will clash again on Tuesday,August 6th at MTN Omondi Stadium.