They now have a chance to go all the way and claim a second UFL title given that the 2019 silverware remains their only triumph in the competition.
Uganda Christian University (UCU) became the first team to reach the semifinals of the 2024 Pepsi University Football League.
The Mukono-based institution earned the slot in this year’s last four at the expense of Makerere University.
08:49 - 29.02.2024
Pepsi University Football League: Holders Uganda Martyrs University held by Nkumba University in Entebbe
In the game played in Entebbe on Wednesday afternoon, Ismail Lubega broke the deadlock for the hosts as early as the second minute.
UCU edged Makerere 1-0 courtesy of Isaac Ofoyirwoth’s goal at the restart of the second half in the second leg played in Mukono on Thursday.
Ofoyirwoth’s 49th minute strike tied the game at 2-2 after Makerere had won the first leg 2-1 in Makerere a fortnight ago.
22:04 - 29.02.2024
UGANDA PREMIER LEAGUE Soltilo Bright Stars ooze class as Vipers drop more points at home
The Venoms were held to a one-all stalemate by Soltilo Bright Stars FC on Thursday, a game where the latter exerted dominion.
The above meant that the 2019 winners advanced into the semifinals on away goals rule.
They now have a chance to go all the way and claim a second UFL title given that the 2019 silverware remains their only triumph in the competition.
21:57 - 29.02.2024
UGANDA PREMIER LEAGUE David Obua, URA extend excellent home run with dominant victory over Maroons
URA's 2-0 win over Maroons FC at the Mehta Stadium, Lugazi on Thursday made it five home victories for Obua. The other two were stalemates.
Makerere University Business School (MUBS) will host Bugema University on Tuesday next week with the second semifinal place still hotly contested after both sides shared spoils in a goalless draw at the latter’s home ground.