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Busiki Chiefdom bounces back with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Budiope at Namutumba Playground in the ongoing MTN Busoga Masaza Cup

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Busiki and Bunha Share the Spotlight on Thrilling Match Day 3

The third match day of the MTN Busoga Masaza Cup 2024 delivered an intense round of

football action across various venues, with a mix of victories, draws, and dramatic moments that

kept fans on the edge of their seats.

Busiki 2-1 Budiope: Gayanda Brace Restores Busiki’s Winning Ways

Busiiki(Purple) and Budiope (Blue) during the MTN-Busoga Masaza cup game at Namutumba on Sunday

After a tough 2-0 loss in their opening fixture against Bugweri, MTN Busoga Masaza Cup

holders Busiki Chiefdom bounced back with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Budiope at

Namutumba Playground. The win was crucial for Busiki's hopes of advancing to the quarter-

finals, and it came after a scoreless first half marred by sloppy play under heavy rain.

The second half saw a more lively performance from both sides, with end-to-end action that

culminated in Isa Gayanda's left-footed volley in the 60th minute. The goal came after Budiope

goalkeeper Musa Matende mishandled a teasing cross from Busiki’s left-back Araabu Tibita.

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Budiope responded 15 minutes later with a stunning 25-yard equalizer from winger Hakim

Gadimba. However, the match took a contentious turn in the 82nd minute when Budiope fans

stormed the pitch, protesting the referee’s decision to cancel out Umaru Balusilye’s potential go-

ahead goal. Security intervened, and after play resumed, Gayanda struck again in the 88th

minute, securing the win for Busiki and sending the home crowd into jubilation.

Busiki’s coach, Dennis Watuke, praised the fans for their support and promised an even better

performance in the return fixture against Budiope. “I am happy for our fans who came in large

numbers against a team that gave us a hard time today. But I promise to put up a much better

performance when we visit Budiope as we aim to qualify for the quarter-finals,” Watuke said.

Busiiki in purple uniform and Budiope in Blue during the MTN-Busoga Masaza cup game at Namutumba on Sunday

Budiope’s coach, Isa Kifuuwa, expressed his disappointment with the referee’s decision but

remained hopeful for improvement in their next match. “Today we were undone by the referee's

decision, but we hope to improve in the next fixture,” Kifuuwa said.

Kigulu 1-1 Bunha: Late Drama as Mutebe Saves the Day

Kigulu FC player (Blue) fighting for the ball with a Bunhya FC player (Orange) in the on-going MTN Busoga Masaza Cup football tournament at Iganga Saza ground on August 18th

At Iganga Saza Ground, Bunha FC’s Karim Mutebe emerged as the hero with a late equalizer

that salvaged a 1-1 draw against Kigulu FC. Mutebe struck in the 89th minute, leveling the score

after missing several earlier opportunities to find the back of the net.

Kigulu had taken an early lead in the 12th minute through Ismail Tumubula, who had several

chances to extend their advantage, including a missed free header in the 29th minute. Despite

the missed opportunities, Kigulu held on to their slim lead until Mutebe’s late thunderbolt dashed

their hopes of a win.

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Bunha Coach Charles Sande was pleased with his team's resilience, while Kigulu’s coach,

Balikowa Hamid, acknowledged the challenges faced and vowed to intensify training ahead of

the next matches. The draw left Kigulu and Bunha with shared points in their Bukowe group,

where Luuka also played out a 1-1 draw against Bukooli Bugiri at Hindocha Primary School.

A Kigulu FC player (in blue jersey) fighting for the ball with a Bunhya FC player (in Orange jersey) in the on-going MTN Busoga Masaza Cup football tournament at Iganga Saza ground on August 18th, 2024.

Other Results

Elsewhere, Bulamogi secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Bugweri Entuudhi at Namwiwa Primary

School, while Bunhole Bunanumba edged Bukono 1-0 at Bugadde Primary School. Buzaaya

also claimed a 1-0 win against Bukooli Namayingo at Lwanyama Primary School, rounding off a

day filled with tightly contested matches across the region.

The third match day of the MTN Busoga Masaza Cup 2024 demonstrated the competitive spirit

and drama that fans have come to expect from the tournament. With each team fighting for a

spot in the quarter-finals, the stakes are only getting higher as the competition progresses.

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