Startimes Uganda Premier League MD9
Friday 22nd November 2024
URA FC vs Vipers SC – Hamz Stadium, Nakivubo @7:00pm.
Entrance: 20k Ordinary, 50k VIP, 100k VVIP and 250k Executive
URA FC will be aiming to bounce back to winning ways as they host Vipers SC on Friday, November 22nd, 2024 at Hamz Stadium, Nakivubo, in a 7 PM kickoff under floodlights in the StarTimes Uganda Premier League after the international break.
Following a disappointing 2-1 loss at Maroons FC on match day 8, the Tax Collectors will be keen to put on a strong performance as head coach Alex Isabirye faces his former employers, Vipers SC. The tactician will undoubtedly look to prove a point against the Venoms, who are riding high in form.
Pre Match Reactions.
Richard Kasule (First Assistant coach)
“We are playing a side that has a winning mentality but the good thing we are at home and also want to win. We have rectified our mistakes from the previous game against Maroons and we are optimistic for positive results to improve our status on the table.”
Joshua Lubwama.
“ We respect Vipers SC but we know we shall match them. It’s a big game and we are ready to take them on. We got our first home win the last time we played home against Kitara which is a big motivation against Vipers we know what a win shall mean to us and it’s what we are going to fight for.”
Team News.
URA FC will be boosted by the return of Hudu Mulikyi who is back from suspension and goalkeeper Denis Otim, who has fully recovered from injury.
However, they will miss the services of midfielder Isma Mugulusi and forward Shariph Kimbowa, both sidelined through injury as well as goalkeeper Derrick Ochan who remains under rehabilitation.
Vipers SC meanwhile will enter the game with confidence, currently unbeaten in their last five matches and in second place on the league table.
Head-to-Head.
In their last 28 meetings, URA FC have registered 8 wins while Vipers SC have emerged victorious 10 times with the other 10 games ending in draws. This rivalry promises another intense contest.
Form Guide (Last 5 Matches)
URA FC: L W D L W
Vipers SC: D W W W W
League Standings.
After eight matches, URA FC sit in 9th place with 11 points while Vipers SC are in 2nd place on 17 points, six points ahead of the Tax Collectors.
Where to Watch!
The match will be broadcast live on Sanyuka Prime TV via StarTimes at 7 PM. Fans can also follow live updates on URA FC’s social media platforms: Facebook, X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram.