Fort Portal County took a major step toward the 2024 MTN Kabode Tooro Kingdom Masaza Cup final with a tense 1–0 win over defending champions Burahya County in Sunday’s first-leg semifinal at St. Mary Major Seminary playground.
Christine was the Most Valuable Player from Kitagwenda Isaza Netball Team, receives a brand-new MTN Kabode smartphone from MTN Regional Marketing Coordinator Dennis Harindimana
In a contest between fierce rivals—who met in last year’s final where Burahya triumphed 5–4 on penalties after a 1–1 draw—Fort Portal struck late to seize the advantage ahead of the decisive return leg. Captain Malik Yasin was the hero, firing home in the 81st minute to ignite wild celebrations among the home crowd. The forward had earlier squandered several chances in the first half, but made no mistake when it mattered most, earning the Man of the Match award and a brand-new MTN Kabode phone.
Football Inspection by Kingdom officials at St.Mary’s National Major Seminary Grounds where Fort Portal Isaza Vs Burahya Isaza
Christine the Most Valuable Player from Kitagwenda Isaza Netball Team, receives a brand-new MTN Kabode smartphone from MTN Regional Marketing Coordinator Dennis Harindimana.
Fort Portal Isaza (black) and Burahya Isaza (green) had an exciting first half of their semifinal game in the MTN Kabode Tooro Kingdom Amasaza
Fort Portal Isaza (black) took Burahya Isaza (green) MTN Kabode Tooro Kingdom Amasaza at the St.Mary’s National Major Seminary Grounds
Christine the Most Valuable Player from Kitagwenda Isaza Netball Team, receives a brand-new MTN Kabode smartphone from MTN Regional Marketing Coordinator Dennis Harindimana.
Mwenge South defeated Kitagwenda in today’s netball match at securing a spot in the finals
Mwenge South defeated Kitagwenda in today’s netball match at St. Paul’s National Major Seminary grounds, securing a spot in the finals
Winner of the Jiggling game earlier in the first half break. He was rewarded with a brand new MTN Kabode Smartphone by MTN Uganda
“We played very well and dominated the game in both halves, though we were unlucky in the early stages,” Yasin said. “I’m confident we’ll win the away game and qualify for the final.”
Coach Tumusiime Tadeo, returning to the dugout after serving a one-match suspension, praised his side’s resilience. “We had a good game, though we faced challenges in the second half when one of our players picked a minor injury,” he said. “In the away leg, we’ll defend our win but also attack to try and seal another victory.”
Burahya’s John Kukundakwe admitted his team failed to take their chances but vowed to respond in the return fixture. “Let’s wait for them at home. We played well but never scored from the chances we created. I’m sure we can reverse the results at home,” he said.
The second leg will be played on August 24 at Kyembogo playground in Kabarole District. Elsewhere, in the other semifinal, Kyaka County—the 2022 champions—will host 2023 winners Mwenge South on August 17.
In the netball competition, Mwenge South secured their place in the finals with a 51–36 victory over Kitagwenda County. Kyaka will face Fort Portal in the other semifinal on August 17.