Defending champions Buddu face a crucial, make-or-break match against Ssese this Saturday in the Masaza Cup. With their quarterfinal hopes hanging by a thread, the outcome of this game will determine if they can avoid their first group stage exit since 2013. The highly anticipated match kicks off at Lutoboka playground on Ssese Island, a formidable home ground for the islanders.
Key Match Details & Team Standings
In the fiercely competitive Bulange group, Buddu is currently in a precarious fifth place with just 9 points from 8 matches. This is their second-to-last group stage game, making victory essential for their survival in the tournament. Their opponents, Ssese, are in a more comfortable third position with 12 points, and a win would significantly boost their chances of reaching the quarterfinals for the first time since 2021.
The last time these two teams met in July 2025, the game was a nail-biter, ending in a 1-0 victory for Buddu. However, recent form suggests a tough challenge for the champions.
Recent Form and Match Preview
Ssese has been in excellent form, winning three of their last five matches, all at home. Their victories against Busiro, Busujju, and a recent 1-0 win over Gomba demonstrate their strength on home turf.
Conversely, Buddu has struggled recently, suffering three losses in their last five games. They’ve been defeated by Buluuli both home and away and lost their last match 1-0 to Busiro.
