While England’s Manchester United continue to endure a difficult run of results on the European and domestic fronts, their Ugandan supporters are providing a welcome change of fortunes on the pitch.
Manchester United Fans UG secured the final place in the 2026 Hamz Cup semi-finals with a commanding 3-0 victory over Tororo Boys, completing the last-four line-up in the lucrative tournament.
Crispus Sseruwuge, Michael Jinta and Isaac Ofoyrwoth were on target for Manchester United Fans UG, whose emphatic quarter-final triumph set up a mouth-watering semi-final clash against Block F FC.
The victory ensures that the Ugandan supporters’ team remains in contention for the tournament’s Shs50 million grand prize, despite the struggles of the English club they passionately support.
Manchester United Fans UG will now face a stern test against a Block F side that demonstrated its resilience by edging Born Talent 1-0 in the quarter-finals.
Johnson Ssenyonga scored the decisive goal to propel Block F into the last four, keeping their ambitions of lifting the coveted trophy firmly alive.
The two sides will meet in the second semi-final on Friday, October 30, at 7pm, following the opening encounter between Nurmak Life Time and TikTok FC at 4pm.
2026 HAMZ CUP SEMI-FINAL PAIRINGS
4pm: Nurmak Life Time vs TikTok FC
7pm: Block F FC vs Manchester United Fans UG
Tickets for the semi-final matches will cost Shs5,000.
Nurmak Life Time booked their place in the semi-finals after eliminating Kafumbe United 1-0, with Shafic Nyanzi scoring the decisive goal. They had earlier defeated Best of The Best 2-1 to progress in the competition.
TikTok FC complete the final four, setting up an intriguing opening semi-final against Nurmak Life Time, while the second fixture promises an equally compelling contest between Block F FC and Manchester United Fans UG.
Shs50m at Stake
Beyond the bragging rights and prestige of lifting the Hamz Cup, the remaining teams have substantial financial incentives to fight for the ultimate prize.
The champions will walk away with Shs50 million, while the runners-up will receive Shs25 million.
The third- and fourth-placed teams will earn Shs20 million and Shs15 million, respectively.
Teams eliminated in the quarter-finals are guaranteed Shs10 million each, ensuring that the competition remains financially rewarding even for those who fall short of the semi-finals.
Individual performers and supporters will also have opportunities to benefit, with the Most Valuable Player and the team with the largest fan contingent each set to receive Shs1 million.
The best goalkeeper, top scorer, fairest team, best coach and two outstanding media personalities will each receive Shs500,000.
With the semi-final line-up now complete, attention shifts to Friday’s decisive encounters, where four teams will battle for places in the final and a chance to claim the tournament’s Shs50 million jackpot.
For Manchester United Fans UG, their emphatic victory over Tororo Boys has brought them one step closer to glory, giving their supporters in Uganda something to celebrate as they continue to fly the club’s colours on the local stage.
