Soltilo Bright Stars welcomes Wakiso Giants FC in the Uganda Premier League relegation battle at Kavumba Recreation Centre on Tuesday, April 15, 2025.
With both sides entrenched in the relegation scrap, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Wakiso Giants sit 14th with 18 points, just outside the drop zone, while Soltilo Bright Stars trail by three points in 15th. Victory for either team could significantly boost their survival hopes, while a loss would deepen the danger.
Wakiso Giants enter the match buoyed by their recent comeback performance a dramatic 3-3 draw with Maroons FC after trailing 2-0. The fighting spirit shown in that game will be key as they aim to collect their first win in five outings.
Soltilo Bright Stars, meanwhile, are reeling from a 4-0 loss to URA FC, but will take solace in their earlier 3-1 win over Police FC. With home advantage and everything to play for, they’ll be eager to bounce back and close the gap.
The head-to-head history between these two sides remains tightly contested. Their last meeting ended in a 1-1 stalemate, with John Kokas netting a memorable equalizer for Bright Stars after Herbert Asiimwe had put Wakiso ahead.
Wakiso coach Steven Bengo is calling for discipline and execution: “We must stick to the plan, work as a team, avoid mistakes, and capitalize on our chances. If the boys execute it well, we’ll get the maximum points.”
With survival on the line, expect a gritty, high-energy affair where every tackle, pass, and chance could define the fate of the season for both clubs.
