Uganda Cup Round of 16
Today, 3pm
NEC v Lugazi
At 7pm
KCCA v Onduparaka
NEC FC will aim to maintain their strong form when they face Lugazi FC in the Round of 16 of the Uganda Cup at Lugogo Stadium today, in what promises to be a high-stakes clash between two Uganda Premier League sides.
The Jinja-based side has been unstoppable under coach Badru Kaddu, riding a 13-match unbeaten streak that has made them one of the most feared teams in the league. Their latest triumph came in a narrow 1-0 win over Police FC, further cementing their reputation for resilience and tactical discipline.
This Uganda Cup encounter also carries the weight of recent league history, as NEC has already beaten Lugazi twice this season a 2-0 victory at Lugazi Stadium earlier this month and a 1-0 win at Lugogo in December. The psychological edge is firmly with NEC, who will look to extend their dominance and secure a place in the quarterfinals.
For Lugazi, the challenge is immense. The side will need to overturn past results and exploit any weaknesses in NEC’s otherwise near-perfect campaign to advance. The match could prove pivotal for both clubs, as NEC eyes a deep Cup run to complement its league form, while Lugazi seeks redemption after a tough start to the season.
