SC Villa hosts URA FC in a crucial Matchday 13 fixture of the StarTimes Uganda Premier League under the lights at FUFA Stadium, Kadiba.
The Jogoos aim to secure all three possible points in this fixture, particularly after suffering a loss away from home in their previous outing. A victory will enable SC Villa to climb the ladder in the UPL table.
Team News
SC Villa will be without skipper David Owori and Reagan Mpande, who are currently with the national team preparing for the forthcoming Africa Cup of Nations.
Geoffrey Lubangkene is also out, serving a match ban (red card), as is Simon Ssemayange with accumulated cards.
Sula Matovu returns after completing his one-match ban, and Mangeni Merrickzedech is back after recovering from injury. Defender Arnold Odong is still undergoing rehabilitation and may be available after AFCON.
This website spoke to Aslam Semakula:
“We have been training and correcting mistakes since our last away game (a loss). The coaches have given us what we need, and we come into this game targeting the main points. URA is not an easy team, but we are ready for the challenge.”
Head to Head
SC Villa enters this match in excellent form, sitting high up the table and remaining firmly in the title race. The Jogoos have been formidable in their recent outings. URA FC, the Tax Collectors, have had a mixed start to the season but remain a tricky opponent, often settling for draws.
Recent League Meetings: In the last six league meetings, SC Villa holds a narrow advantage with two wins, three draws, and one loss.
Kick off is at exactly 8PM (EAT) entrance is 10k for the ordinary and 50k for the VIP
