Startimes Uganda Premier League
Match Preview: URA FC Hosts NEC FC in Match Day 11 Clash at Nakivubo
Thursday 5th December 2024
URA FC vs NEC FC – 7pm at Hamz Stadium, Nakivubo, Live On Sanyuka Prime Tv.
URA FC will host league leaders NEC FC this evening at Hamz Stadium, Nakivubo under the floodlights in a much-anticipated Startimes Uganda Premier League Match Day 11 encounter. Kickoff is set for 7 PM as the Tax Collectors seek back-to-back victories for the first time this season.
Fresh from an emphatic 3-0 victory against Wakiso Giants, URA FC aims to build momentum by securing a second home win of the season. Their only previous home victory came in a 2-0 triumph against Kitara FC before falling to Vipers SC by the same scoreline.
However, the task will not be easy as NEC FC arrives as the table leaders, boasting 22 points from 10 games, an 8-point advantage over URA FC.
The visitors have shown resilience and consistency, making them formidable opponents for Alex Isabirye’s side.
Team News.
URA FC will be without Isma Mugulusi and Shafiq Lugolobi, both sidelined due to injuries. Additionally, goalkeeper Abdu Magada is suspended after accumulating three yellow cards.
On a positive note, goalkeeper Derrick Ochan, forward Shariph Kimbowa and midfielder John Innocent Kisolo are back in the squad. Kisolo’s return from school commitments, coupled with Ochan and Kimbowa’s recovery from injuries is a significant boost for URA FC.
Speaking in the pre-match press conference, head coach Alex Isabirye acknowledged NEC FC’s strength but expressed confidence in his team’s ability to secure maximum points. He urged his players to demonstrate resilience and character as they look to keep their hopes of competing for silverware alive.
Utility player Hudu Mulikyi echoed his coach’s sentiments, emphasizing the importance of securing a victory against the league leaders.
Head-to-Head
This will be the third meeting between the two sides. Last season, each team won their home fixture 2-0, making tonight’s game a potential decider in their budding rivalry.
Form Guide (Last 5 Games)
URA FC: D-W-L-L-W
NEC FC: W-L-D-W-W
How to Watch
The match will be broadcast live on Sanyuka Prime via Startimes with live updates available on URA FC’s official social media platforms, including Facebook, X and Instagram.
URA FC fans will hope their team can deliver under the lights at Nakivubo and reignite their campaign with a crucial victory over the league leaders.
