Saturday, 10th May 2025
StarTimes Uganda Premier League – Matchday 28
URA FC vs Express FC
Venue: Hamz Stadium, Nakivubo | Kick-off: 4:00 PM
URA FC welcome traditional rivals Express FC in a high-stakes Nakivubo derby on Saturday evening as both sides look to build on their recent winning form. The Tax Collectors will be aiming to complete a season double over the Red Eagles, having edged them 2-1 in the reverse fixture earlier in the campaign.
Team News
Hudu Mulikyi won’t be available to injury and so is Abraham Tusubira and Bright Vuni as well as Isma Mugulusi. Godfrey Ssekibengo and Denis Kisiriko are also not available due to school commitments.
Current Form and Momentum
URA FC come into this tie fresh from a hard-fought 1-0 victory away to Lugazi FC, secured by a late strike from substitute Bruno Bunyaga. The win boosted the club’s hopes of consolidating their place in the top four, with Alex Isabirye’s side currently sitting fourth on the log with 46 points from 27 matches.
Express FC, meanwhile, held their nerve to edge title contenders Kitara FC 1-0 in their last outing. The Red Eagles, currently 8th with 39 points, are pushing for a strong finish to the season and will be keen to avenge the first-round defeat.
Form Guide – Last 5 Matches
URA FC: W D L W W
Express FC: W W D W D
Head-to-Head Record
This will be the 32nd meeting between the two sides in the league. URA FC hold the edge historically with 11 wins, 13 draws, and 7 losses, scoring 31 goals and conceding 26.
In the reverse fixture this season, goals from Enock Walusimbi and Ivan Ahimbisibwe secured a 2-1 win for the Tax Collectors.
Coach and Captain Speak
Ahead of the clash, URA FC head coach Alex Isabirye and team captain Enock Walusimbi addressed the media, expressing confidence in their team’s readiness.
“We respect Express, but our focus is on maintaining our momentum and sealing maximum points. We know it won’t come easy,” said Isabirye.
Walusimbi added, “We’ve put in the work and are determined to finish the season strongly. Everyone is pushing for the badge.”
How to Follow the Match
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