The Startimes Uganda Premier League kicked off its 25th matchday with a see-saw battle in Kitende. Vipers, the reigning champions, were denied all three points by a determined Maroons side.
A goalless first half gave way to a dramatic second period. Substitute Milton Karisa broke the deadlock for Vipers in the 54th minute, capitalizing on a free kick flicked on by Yunus Ssentamu. Karisa’s first touch after entering the pitch found the back of the net, putting the hosts ahead.
However, Maroons responded swiftly. Just 13 minutes later, youngster Darius Ojok equalized for the visitors. His shot from outside the box took a deflection, beating the Vipers goalkeeper.
Both sides pressed for a winner, with Innocent Biyika and Fred Amaku coming close for the visitors.
Despite dropping points at home, Vipers climb to the top of the table on goal difference, level on points (46) with BUL FC.
Up Next: Vipers Travel to BUL, Maroons Face Gaddafi
Vipers will look to maintain theirtitle charge when they travel to face BUL FC in Jinja on Wednesday, May 1st. Maroons will also be on the road, taking on Gaddafi on Tuesday, May 7th.
The Startimes Uganda Premier League action continues on Wednesday with Express FC hosting Kitara and BUL FC visiting NEC.
Match day 25 Results and Fixtures
Tuesday, April 23
- Vipers 1 vs 1 Maroons
- Wednesday, April 24
- Express vs Kitara (Wankulukuku)
- NEC vs BUL (Lugogo, 7:00 PM)
- Thursday, April 25
- Gaddafi vs SC Villa (Gaddafi Arena)
- Bright Stars vs KCCA (Kavumba)
- Friday, April 26
- Mbarara City vs UPDF (Kakyeka)
- Busoga United vs Wakiso Giants (Njeru)
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