By Mugabi Geoffrey

One of the best finals over the years happened in 2012 in Lira when Kibuli edged Masaka SS 2-1. It was a wonderful high level match.

The two sides threw everything at each other. The most remarkable part of the game is that, the ball was in play almost the entire match.

The tournament’s stated vision is to ”promote an active lifestyle and encourage values such as team spirit, friendship and respect” among the youth.

But followers of the Uganda Cranes will also note the huge role the football tournament has played in helping unearth and expose players who have gone on to wear the national colours with distinction.

The list is endless and it spans multiple generations. From the Ibrahim Sekagya and Dennis Obua era to Tonny Mawejje and Godfrey Walusimbi class to current stars like Farouk Miya, Allan Okello and Emma Okwi, the influence of the Copa Coca-Cola is immeasurable.