The highly anticipated Round of 32 in the Stanbic Uganda Cup is set to take place from February 19-24, with some intriguing matchups on the horizon.
Teams from all corners of the country will be vying for a spot in the next round (Round of 16), but for some, the journey will be long and challenging.
Among the notable fixtures is the clash between Vipers SC and Mbarara City, where the Kitende-based giants will have to make the trek to the Western part of the country to take on the Uganda Premier League outfit.
Having secured a spot in the Round of 32 after a narrow 2-1 win over Tepa FC, Vipers will face an away match against Mbarara City.
The Kitende side’s progression came after a dramatic late winner by Livingstone Mulondo in a hard-fought encounter at the Aloysius Core PTC ground in Ngora.
This victory sets up an exciting encounter as they travel west to Mbarara, where Mbarara City awaits after edging Junior Eagles in a penalty shootout 5-3 following a goalless draw in normal time.
With both teams having progressed through tense encounters, the match between Vipers SC and Mbarara City is sure to be one of the most exciting in the round, as the defending champions look to advance further in the competition.
Another fixture to watch will be defending champions Kitara FC making the trip to Kampala to take on FUFA Kampala regional side, CATDA.
Kitara earned their spot in the Round of 32 with an emphatic 4-0 win over Young Simba at the Bombo Military Barracks, where they showcased their quality and determination to maintain their trophy.
On the other hand, CATDA defeated Mawokota United 3-0 at Buwama Community Ground to book their place in the next round.
This clash promises to be an exciting encounter, as the regional side will look to cause an upset against the reigning champions.
The long trip for Kitara FC may prove to be a challenge, but their dominant performance in the previous round will give them confidence as they face the Kampala-based side.
Beyond the headline matches, the Stanbic Uganda Cup Round of 32 boasts several intriguing matchups:
NEC will face Blacks Power, both teams eager to progress to the next stage after solid performances in the previous rounds.
Kuluva Rainbow will go head to head with the Ugandan football powerhouse, KCCA, in what promises to be an exciting showdown.
Simba FC will take on the reigning Uganda Premier League champions, SC Villa in another highly anticipated clash.
Total FC will meet 10-time Cup winners, Express FC, while Mabira TC hosts URA in what promises to be an exciting encounter.
The battle between Police FC and Soltilo Bright Stars will also captivate fans, with both teams eager to move forward in the competition.
BUL FC takes on Bugoigo Leopards, while Maroons will face off with Wakiso Giants.
Full Round of 32 Draws
- NEC Vs Blacks Power
- Kuluva Rainbow Vs KCCA
- Vipers SC Vs Mbarara City
- Simba FC Vs SC Villa
- Calvary Vs Lugazi
- CATDA Vs Kitara
- Total FC Vs Express
- Mabira TC Vs URA
- Karo Karungi Vs Busia Young Stars
- Rwenzori Lions Vs Buhimba Saints
- Kataka Vs Odramachaku Central
- Pakwach Young Stars Vs UPDF
- Bushenyi Veterans Vs Gaddafi
- Police Vs Soltilo Bright Stars
- BUL Vs Bugoigo Leopards
- Maroons Vs Wakiso Giants
This 51st edition of the Stanbic Uganda Cup, also sponsored by Plascon Uganda, is not just about trophies, it’s a platform for nurturing young talent.
