Muteesa I Royal University secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Makerere University Business School (MUBS) in the Pepsi University Football League second-round opener, completing a Group F revenge cycle in Masaka.
The first half saw a tense battle with both teams struggling to create clear-cut chances.
Muteesa 1 applied early pressure, but MUBS responded with a long-ball strategy that nearly paid off.
Both sides missed key opportunities, with Sserugo and Twinamasiko going close for the hosts, while Mazige and Mbabazi threatened for MUBS.
After a goalless opening half, Muteesa 1 continued pressing in the second period.
Sserugo’s header was well gathered by MUBS’ Matovu, and Mbabazi’s curling effort nearly put the visitors ahead.
Just when a stalemate seemed inevitable, Sserwanga Musa’s brilliant header, two minutes from full-time, sealed the win for Muteesa I.
The victory lifted Muteesa 1 Royal to the top of Group F with six points from three games, two ahead of MUBS.
