Articles by Shifa Ismail
Mungudit Reflects on Growth After 2025 / 2026 League Campaign with Lugazi FC
Freedom Mungudit capped off an impressive season at Lugazi FC with five league goals, three assists, and memorable performances that highlighted his growing influence in the team. The forward also played a key role in Lugazi FC’s Stanbic Uganda Cup campaign, finishing the season with gratitude and a promise of more to come.
Calvary FC Close Difficult Season with Big Home Win
Calvary FC closed the 2025/26 season on a high with a convincing 2-0 victory over NEC FC in Midigo, capping off a spirited late-season run. Inspired once again by the influential form of Lawrence Olaboro, the Yumbe-based side showed resilience and determination to finish the campaign strongly after a challenging season.
Captain Vicky Leads Teen Cranes Into Kenyan Battle
Uganda U-17 captain Vicky Atyeronimungu delivered a composed leadership performance as the Teen Cranes battled Kenya in the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers at FUFA Stadium, Kadiba. Uganda took an early lead through Shadia Nabirye before Kenya responded late via Emily Adhiambo in a tense East African showdown.
Startimes UPL :Late Strike from Anyama Rescues KCCA
With KCCA trailing late in the game, Emmanuel Anyama stepped up once again, scoring a crucial equalizer before Katenga Openga sealed a dramatic comeback victory against UPDF FC.
Startimes UPL : Olaboro Lawrence Carrying Calvary FC on His Back
When Calvary FC needs a spark, Olaboro steps into the spotlight and has refused to fade. Game after game, his goals, grit, and leadership have turned tight moments into defining victories, quietly transforming him into the team’s survival engine. As the season edges toward its climax, one thing is clear that Calvary’s fight lives through him.
Whistle in Hand, Books in Bag: Farida Monday’s Bold Double Life as a Student Referee Redefining the Game
A Senior Six student by day and a rising football referee by passion, Farida Monday is breaking barriers in the West Nile Region proving that determination, discipline, and courage can take you from the classroom to commanding the game on the pitch.
From Heroes to Hurt: Calvary FC’s Mixed Fortunes Continue in the Startimes Uganda Premier League
Calvary FC’s survival push suffered a setback after a 2-0 defeat to Entebbe UPPC, halting momentum gained from their recent win over KCCA FC. With four crucial fixtures remaining, the Yumbe side must quickly regroup as their fight to stay up enters a decisive phase.
StarTimes UPL:Amaku Rescues URA in Thrilling Draw Against Former Club Maroons
Fred Amaku scored against his former club to earn URA FC a 2-2 draw with Maroons FC , as both sides shared points in an entertaining clash. URA remain 11th with 25 points while Maroons sit 9th with 34 points.
FUFA Big League: Paidha Black Angels Close Gap with Perfect Match Day 25
Paidha Black Angels strengthened their promotion push in the FUFA Big League with back-to-back wins, scoring six goals without reply to climb to third place ,just two points behind leaders Blacks Power FC and Kigezi Homeboyz FC.
Startimes UPL : Shaban Strikes Late to Seal Dramatic 2–1 Win for Kitara FC Over Lugazi FC
Kitara FC capitalized on Lugazi FC’s late defensive lapse and numerical disadvantage to secure a dramatic 2–1 victory, with Mohammed Shaban’s stoppage-time strike sealing the win after Paul Busolo had briefly restored parity.
UGANDA PREMIER LEAGUE: Calvary FC Chase Survival Against KCCA FC
Calvary FC are at home in Yumbe on the 25th April 2026 with everything to play for as they host KCCA FC with just five matchdays left in the season.
Points Split at Hamz Stadium: BUL FC Held by Resilient URA FC
Bright Vuni’s Man of the Match display was the talking point; he controlled the tempo and URA's play.