The battle to beat the drop takes centre stage as Calvary FC and UPDF FC look to build momentum with vital home fixtures against Lugazi FC and Express FC respectively.
In Yumbe, Calvary return to familiar ground at Midigo riding the high of their breakthrough topflight victory against Buhimba United Saints. Still stranded on eight points and trailing safety by the same margin, the newcomers know consistency—not just moments—will define their survival push. Another win could spark a late-season revival.
Their opponents Lugazi arrive under pressure, having gone five matches without victory. A solitary draw against Entebbe UPPC has done little to steady their slide, though past meetings offer them encouragement. Lugazi have dominated this fixture historically, including a convincing first-round win at Najjembe.
Meanwhile, UPDF will be out to extend their recent resurgence when they host Express. Having finally climbed out of the relegation zone, the army side now faces a different challenge—staying out. Against an unpredictable Express side, maximum points would further ease their survival nerves.
With the season edging closer to its climax, every point now carries added weight, and for these sides, this round could prove pivotal in shaping who stays up and who goes down.
