The stage is set for a thrilling encounter between hosts Kawanda SS and Kyadondo SS this afternoon at Kawanda Grounds, marking the official opening match of the prestigious Kabaka Cup tournament.
Both teams have made a flying start to the championship, recording two convincing victories on day one.
Kyadondo SS, based in Matugga-Kiryagonja, has been in scintillating form, scoring a record nine goals and conceding only one, earning them maximum six points and top spot in Group H.
Their opening match saw them triumph 4-0 over Buziga Islamic, with Ivan Magezi and Arsene Junior Odonga each scoring a brace.
They followed this up with a 5-1 victory over Lake View Kitinda, courtesy of goals from Joseph Kabila (2), Bashir Edema, Joseph Kakooza, and A. Odinga.
Hosts Kawanda SS have also made a perfect start, winning 2-0 against Lake View Kitinda SS. Henry Lutaya and Jorido Nansasira (OG) scored the goals that gave Kawanda a flying start.
In their second match, Kawanda eased past Buziga Islamic with a 0-3 victory, thanks to goals from Smith Luyima, Ronin Ssekidde, and Henry Lutaya.
In another highly anticipated match, St. Mary’s Boarding Secondary School-Kitende will face off against holders Uganda Martyrs High-Lubaga in a top-of-the-table clash.
Kitende currently leads Group A with three points, while Uganda Martyrs is on one point following their draw against St. Mbuga Vocational.
The official opening ceremony will be graced by the Buganda Minister for Sports, Ssalongo Robert Sserwanga, adding to the excitement and prestige of the occasion.
