Pepsi University Football League
Uganda Christian University – UCU 1(2)-0(1) Makerere University Business School – MUBs
Aggregate score in brackets
Uganda Christian University (UCU) emerged victorious with a 1-0 win over Makerere University Business School (MUBS) in the Pepsi University Football League semi-final clash at Mukono.
The match’s hero, Isaac Ofoyrwoth, etched his name in the annals of UCU’s football history by scoring the decisive goal in the 33rd minute, securing a 2-1 aggregate victory for his team.
From the onset, the game showcased a battle of midfield supremacy, with both teams probing for opportunities but failing to convert.
However, Ofoyrwoth broke the deadlock with a clinical finish, sending the UCU faithful into raptures. Despite concerted efforts from MUBS to level the score, UCU held firm, maintaining their slender lead for the remainder of the match.
As the clock ticked towards full-time, UCU’s resilience paid off, propelling them into the final of the championship.
With this victory, the Mukono-based university became the first team to secure a spot in the much-anticipated showdown of this season’s varsity league.
Looking ahead, UCU awaits the outcome of the semi-final clash between Nkumba University and Kampala University to determine their final opponent.
The stage is set for an exhilarating finale, as UCU aims to reclaim the coveted title they last won in 2019.
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