In a heat of battle, few moments test players character more than stepping upto to the penalty spot. For Edema Sabir, that test came early and the response was pure class.
Nebbi Central Football Club was awarded a penalty in the 34th minute after Masendi Denis was pulled in the 18 yard box, Edema Sabir with confidence in his stride took the ball and missed the glorious opportunity from the spot which weighed the expectations on him.
In the second half Edema Sabir refused to let the miss define his performance, he continued pressing high linking play with his teammates and creating threats whenever he received the ball .
His work rate remained relentless till the 73rd minute where the moment of redemption arrived diving perfectly to head in Henry's cross that gave The Royals the three points against a relegation threatened Kaaro Karungi FC.
Edema Sabir celebration after scoring the match winner
The goal swiftly changed the momentum of the game where Nebbi central played with discipline and managed the threats in the final third. This win leaves Nebbi central with 28 points and they travel next to Kabale on Sunday 5th April,2026 to face Kigezi Homeboyz FC.
