Blacks Energy FC pulled off one of many greatest upsets of the 51st Stanbic Uganda Cup, eliminating final yr’s finalists NEC FC with a commanding 2-0 victory on the MTN Omondi Stadium in Lugogo.
Two second-half objectives from Harmless Maduka and teenage sensation Joshua Omara sealed the win for the FUFA Large League aspect, sending them into the Spherical of 16.
NEC had a golden alternative to take the lead within the 51st minute after they had been awarded a penalty. Nonetheless, Paul Mucureezi’s spot-kick was controversially disallowed after he slipped and inadvertently struck the ball twice—a violation of the penalty kick rule. The referee initially appeared to award the aim however later overturned the choice following protests from Blacks Energy gamers.
Maduka capitalized on NEC’s misfortune, breaking the impasse within the 58th minute earlier than Omara doubled the lead 9 minutes from time, securing a well-known victory for the underdogs.
The outcome shocked many, given NEC’s stature as a top-tier aspect and their deep run in final season’s match, the place they completed as runners-up to Kitara FC.
Different Spherical of 32 Outcomes
In one other fixture, Gaddafi FC noticed off Bushenyi Veterans 3-1 at Kampala High quality Major College playground. Objectives from Samuel Kawawa Junior, Duncan Sseninde, and Ronald Bithum in a blistering three-minute spell secured Gaddafi’s passage to the following spherical.
In the meantime, KCCA FC edged Kuluva FC 2-1 in Arua, with Derrick Nsibambi netting each objectives for the guests.
The Uganda Cup winner earns a prestigious ticket to the CAF Confederation Cup, making the competitors an important path to continental soccer.
Tomorrow, Maroons FC will tackle Wakiso Giants within the different sport of the competitors.
