The Futsal Uganda Cup quarterfinals delivered an electrifying evening of motion, drama, and particular person brilliance.
As the game continues to seize the hearts of Ugandans, the spectacle on Friday, February 28, 2025, was nothing in need of breathtaking.
From outstanding comebacks to controversial moments, the night had all of it. Nevertheless, one title stood above the remainder, Ilyas Omran.
Omran’s Seven-Star Efficiency Steals the Present
In a match that will probably be remembered for years, Ilyas Omran produced a rare seven-goal efficiency to guide Kisenyi FC to a 9-4 demolition of Fiyore FC.
Kisenyi celebrating their victory on the evening.
Proper from the opening whistle, Omran was on a mission, scoring a wonderful opener to set the tone.
Omran the star of the day.
Although one in all his objectives was dominated out, his third stood because the winner, with the remaining 4 including to the margin of victory.
Omran’s dominance on the court docket left Fiyore’s protection in shambles, as he orchestrated Kisenyi’s assault with precision and energy.
His means to search out area, outmaneuver defenders, and end clinically made him unplayable on the evening.
Quarterfinals Ship Excessive Drama
The evening wasn’t nearly Omran’s heroics. Every of the 4 quarterfinals delivered intense battles and jaw-dropping moments:
- Kabuusu Clouds 10-4 Movement Sports activities
Kabuusu Clouds staged an exciting comeback, led by Tonny Ssemwogerere’s hat-trick. Regardless of Movement Sports activities taking the lead twice, Kabuusu responded in type, with Kevin Nsamba (2), Najib Muwonge, Gaddafi Bazanyanengo, Uthuman Lule, Julius Ssenonga, and Mutebi Samuel all discovering the web.
Ssemwogerere scored a hattrick to assist Kabuusu Cloud advance to the semifinals.
- Park FC 9-1 First Contact Sports activities
A dominant Park FC crushed First Contact Sports activities, with Joshua Aziku bagging a hat-trick. Derrick Walugembe and Captain Shafiq Mulangira scored braces, whereas Michael Abura and goalkeeper Brian Drileba additionally received on the scoresheet.
Goalkeeper Brian Drileba have fun after scoring a objective in opposition to First Contact Sports activities.
- Mengo Metropolis 2-2 Crown Lubiri (5-4 on penalties)
In a pulsating contest, Mengo Metropolis surprised Crown Lubiri with two stoppage-time objectives. Mohammad Sharif had put Crown in management with objectives in every half, however Abdulkarim Tebela (37’) and Farouk Tumwesigye (remaining 20 seconds) pressured penalties. Stuart Kafuluma emerged as Mengo’s hero, saving two essential penalties to seal victory.
Controversy and Pink Playing cards Add to the Drama
The evening wasn’t with out controversy, as 4 pink playing cards have been issued. Essentially the most heated second got here when Crown’s Bakar Kulane, coming back from damage, noticed pink and tried to assault the referee. Tempers flared, however order was ultimately restored.
Street to the Semifinals
With the quarterfinals wrapped up, the stage is now set for an intense semifinal showdown on April 18, 2025.
- Mengo Metropolis vs. Kabuusu Clouds
- Park FC vs. Kisenyi FC
