The 2025 Masaza Cup semifinals burst into life over the weekend, with both travelling teams, Ssingo and Kyaggwe taking firm strides towards a long-awaited return to the prestigious final at Nakivubo Stadium.
At Ntenjeru Ssaza Grounds, it was a thrilling comeback story for two-time champions Ssingo, who overturned an early deficit to outmuscle hosts Bugerere 2-1.
The home side drew first blood through Henry Wamala, igniting celebrations in the stands, but Ssingo’s resilient captain Shaban Kayongo restored parity in the 40th minute with a composed finish.
The drama escalated moments later when Bugerere were handed a golden chance to reclaim the lead from the spot but goalkeeper Joel Byamukama emerged the hero, denying Osman Mayanja with a stunning save.
That miss proved costly as midfielder Ismail Lwamitala pounced to net the decisive goal, sealing Ssingo’s precious away win on Sunday, October 12.
The victory not only puts Ssingo within touching distance of their first final since 2018 when they last lifted the coveted trophy, but also sets them on course to become the first team to feature in both the last Masaza Cup final held at Nakivubo and the returning final after a 12-year hiatus.
Over in Mubende, Kyaggwe also took a significant leap toward the grand finale, edging Buweekula 1-0 at Mubende NTC.
Midfield workhorse Geofrey Ssenyonga delivered the match’s only goal, guiding Kyaggwe into a commanding position ahead of the return leg slated for October 19 at Mukono Bishops Grounds.
The slim but vital lead keeps Kyaggwe’s dream alive of an immediate return to the Masaza Cup final, as they aim to reclaim glory and rewrite their own chapter in the competition’s storied history.
With the return legs poised for next weekend, the 2025 Masaza Cup semifinals promise a fiery climax—where resilience, redemption, and history are all on the line.
The 2025 Masaza Cup semifinals burst into life over the weekend, with both travelling teams, Ssingo and Kyaggwe taking firm strides towards a long-awaited return to the prestigious final at Nakivubo Stadium.
At Ntenjeru Ssaza Grounds, it was a thrilling comeback story for two-time champions Ssingo, who overturned an early deficit to outmuscle hosts Bugerere 2-1.
The home side drew first blood through Henry Wamala, igniting celebrations in the stands, but Ssingo’s resilient captain Shaban Kayongo restored parity in the 40th minute with a composed finish.
The drama escalated moments later when Bugerere were handed a golden chance to reclaim the lead from the spot but goalkeeper Joel Byamukama emerged the hero, denying Osman Mayanja with a stunning save.
That miss proved costly as midfielder Ismail Lwamitala pounced to net the decisive goal, sealing Ssingo’s precious away win on Sunday, October 12.
The victory not only puts Ssingo within touching distance of their first final since 2018 when they last lifted the coveted trophy, but also sets them on course to become the first team to feature in both the last Masaza Cup final held at Nakivubo and the returning final after a 12-year hiatus.
Over in Mubende, Kyaggwe also took a significant leap toward the grand finale, edging Buweekula 1-0 at Mubende NTC.
Midfield workhorse Geofrey Ssenyonga delivered the match’s only goal, guiding Kyaggwe into a commanding position ahead of the return leg slated for October 19 at Mukono Bishops Grounds.
The slim but vital lead keeps Kyaggwe’s dream alive of an immediate return to the Masaza Cup final, as they aim to reclaim glory and rewrite their own chapter in the competition’s storied history.
Ssingo and Kyaggwe Edge Closer to Nakivubo Return as Masaza Cup Semifinals Ignite
