The 2025/26 StarTimes Uganda Premier League is experiencing a surge in participant motivation following the profitable institution of the Man of the Match token initiative.
This program persistently gives the highest performer in each league fixture with a Shs100,000 monetary reward. The initiative’s purpose is to encourage heightened requirements of play, intense competitors, and recognition of effort on the sector.
The award is valued by gamers not merely for the cash however as an emblem of appreciation, professionalism, and perception of their particular person contributions.This system is a key a part of FUFA’s ongoing efforts to raise participant morale, promote excellence, and sharpen the aggressive fringe of the top-flight league. FUFA Communications Director Ahmed Hussein acknowledged that the mission, supported by a partnership with World Planet Communications Restricted, has already registered success, with all lined matchdays seeing immediate rewarding of winners.Hussein emphasised the non-monetary worth: ‘For the gamers, it’s not simply concerning the cash. It’s about realizing that their efforts are recognised and valued. They don’t seem to be simply enjoying for the love of the sport. They’re enjoying for his or her households, communities, and the long run,’ he famous.The consequences are evident, as demonstrated by URA FC winger Moses Aliro Okabo, acknowledged for his function within the group’s 3-2 victory over UPDF FC on Matchday 5. Aliro commented, “It is a nice transfer by FUFA and UPL. It reveals that our efforts are seen and appreciated. As gamers, it motivates us to work even tougher and keep constant in each sport.” Fellow URA participant Justine Opiro, Man of the Match within the 0-0 draw in opposition to Lugazi FC, confirmed that the initiative efficiently gives gamers with “one thing additional to play for.”
