SC Villa make the trip to Lugazi this Saturday, 31 October 2026, to face Lugazi FC in Matchday Nine of the StarTimes Uganda Premier League.
Currently sitting second on the league table, the Jogoos head into the encounter looking to maintain their impressive run and extend their winning momentum. Having yet to register a draw this season, the Blues will be determined to return from the road with maximum points.
Lugazi FC, meanwhile, occupy 13th position on the log and head into the fixture having recorded three defeats and two draws in their last five matches. They will be looking to turn their fortunes around, especially on home soil.
HEAD-TO-HEAD
The two sides have met six times, with SC Villa enjoying the upper hand, winning four encounters, while the other two ended in draws.
Across those meetings, a total of 10 goals have been scored, with the Jogoos accounting for eight and Lugazi FC managing two. The Blues will be looking to maintain their dominance and extend their unbeaten record against the Jinja Road-based side.
TEAM NEWS
SC Villa will be without right-back Andrew Okumu, who is suspended after accumulating yellow cards.
Head Coach Željko Kovačević has, however, confirmed that the rest of the squad is fit and available for selection.
The Jogoos’ junior team continues to contribute to the senior setup, with Ukasha Kato, Martin Mamer and Ibrahim Mubiru all included in the matchday squad for the trip.
PLAYER REACTION
Brian Mato – Defender
Lugazi is a stubborn at their home ground. We respect them but we don’t fear – getting the points on the road will be a great motivition to our ambitions for the season. The league is a marathon and we want to mantain our position on the Log.
HEAD COACH’S REACTION
Head Coach Željko Kovačevic
Lugazi is a good team , playing nice football that can bring the points and win games. We come in this game knowing the importance of getting a win on the road. The squad is all in missing just Andrew who got more yellow cards.
The Jogoos will be aiming to carry their strong league form into Saturday’s encounter as they continue their pursuit of the league title.
