Struggling URA and KCCA seek season revival in Nakiv
URA FC and KCCA FC are preparing for a crucial Uganda Premier League match at Hamz Stadium Nakivubo as both teams seek to improve their poor season starts. Coaches Brian Ssenyondo and Jimmy Kintu are under significant pressure to secure a win and build momentum for their respective clubs.
Why it matters
This match highlights the competitive nature of the Ugandan football league and the high-stakes environment for coaches managing struggling teams.
URA FC and KCCA FC will be looking to revive their Uganda Premier League (UPL) campaigns when they face off under the floodlights at Hamz Stadium Nakivubo today.
Both sides have endured difficult starts to the 2026/27 season, making the encounter an important opportunity to collect valuable points and build momentum.
URA have played three matches, winning one and losing two. Their most recent outing ended in a heavy 4-1 defeat to NEC FC at Omondi Stadium Lugogo before the international break.
KCCA, meanwhile, have four points from their opening four matches, having recorded one win, one draw and two defeats.
The Kasasiro Boys started the season with back-to-back defeats to NEC and Express before drawing 1-1 with Kigezi HomeBoyz.
They finally secured their first victory by beating league debutants Kataka at Lugogo in their last game before the international break.
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