{"id":10689,"date":"2026-10-16T09:35:51","date_gmt":"2026-10-16T06:35:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ug\/temps\/?p=10689"},"modified":"2026-10-16T09:35:51","modified_gmt":"2026-10-16T06:35:51","slug":"ura-0-0-entebbe-uppc-match-report","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ug\/temps\/ura-0-0-entebbe-uppc-match-report\/","title":{"rendered":"URA 0-0 Entebbe UPPC: Tax Collectors Held in Nakivubo"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

URA and Entebbe UPPC shared points after a goalless UPL draw at Hamz Stadium. Read the match report and analysis<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

URA and Entebbe UPPC drew 0-0 under the Hamz Stadium floodlights on Thursday as missed chances and strong goalkeeping denied both sides maximum points.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Swadik Moro struck the upright, Denis Otim produced a crucial double save, and URA debutant Khassim Hafizi also impressed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Match Summary<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Detail<\/strong><\/td>Information<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Result<\/td>URA 0-0 Entebbe UPPC<\/td><\/tr>
Competition<\/td>Uganda Premier League<\/td><\/tr>
Date<\/td>Thursday, October 15, 2026<\/td><\/tr>
Venue<\/td>Hamz Stadium, Nakivubo<\/td><\/tr>
URA points<\/td>Four from five matches<\/td><\/tr>
Entebbe UPPC points<\/td>11 from six matches<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Entebbe UPPC Start Brightly<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Abdallah Mubiru\u2019s visitors won a corner inside the opening minute. Otim later found Ambrose Kigozi with a long pass, but the forward shot wide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

URA responded after 15 minutes when Denis Luzige Kisiriko sent a dangerous ball across goal without finding a finishing touch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kigozi headed Ibrahim Mugulusi\u2019s cross over after 22 minutes. Norman Namanya then directed Dissan Galiwango\u2019s delivery wide before missing another header from James Begisa\u2019s cross.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Moro Hits the Upright<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moro replaced Mugulusi after 27 minutes and almost delivered an immediate reward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His left-footed attempt struck the upright in the 38th minute, the closest either side came to scoring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hafizi then saved Reich Triomphe Kokolo\u2019s curling effort, helping URA reach halftime level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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James Penz Begisa shields the ball away from Calvin Peter Emayu. Credit: John Batanudde<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

URA Improve After Halftime<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

URA improved after halftime. Namanya headed over from Moses Waiswa\u2019s free-kick before Otim\u2019s decisive 55th-minute sequence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The goalkeeper denied Namanya and recovered quickly to stop Mikidadi Ssenyonga\u2019s follow-up, preserving the clean sheet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kigozi then supplied a dangerous counterattacking ball, but Calvin Emayu arrived late inside the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kintu introduced Godfrey Ssekibengo and Muhammad Kyeyune on the hour. Mubiru responded with Julius Poloto and Steven Munguchi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thomas Ochungo was booked in the 71st minute. Hafizi later made a fingertip save from Kigozi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Goalkeepers Define the Contest<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Both goalkeepers made decisive interventions. Debutant Hafizi\u2019s saves from Kokolo and Kigozi gave Kintu a positive amid another frustrating attacking display.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otim\u2019s double save from Namanya and Ssenyonga protected another clean sheet when URA improved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Finishing failed both teams. Namanya could not direct his headers accurately, while Moro\u2019s strike against the post left the Printers frustrated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Key Performers and Selection Notes<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Arthur Kiggundu led a back line containing James Begisa, Dissan Galiwango and Joshua Letti Lubwama in front of debutant Hafizi. Their concentration limited Entebbe UPPC despite the visitors creating the better opening-half chances. In midfield, Namanya repeatedly entered scoring positions but could not convert the service supplied from wide areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the Printers, Otim combined accurate distribution with reactions. Captain George Kiryowa helped organise a defence featuring Gift Jonathan Odongo, Thomas Ochungo and Tah Barni Kelvin. Kigozi remained active across the attacking line, testing Hafizi and creating an opportunity for Emayu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The substitutions showed each coach chasing victory. URA added Ssekibengo, Kyeyune, John Innocent Kisolo and Nicholas Kabonge, while Entebbe UPPC introduced Moro, Poloto, Munguchi and Ibrahim Orit. None found the finishing touch required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Action between URA and Entebbe UPPC at Hamz Stadium. Credit: John Batanudde<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tactical Analysis<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

URA relied on crosses from Galiwango, Begisa and Waiswa. The route created openings, but their attackers lacked penalty-area precision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Entebbe UPPC combined patient possession with quick transitions. Kigozi remained the main outlet, while Moro increased their left-sided threat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Both sides enjoyed productive periods without sustaining enough pressure to dominate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What the Result Means<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Entebbe UPPC moved to 11 points from six fixtures. Their organised defence keeps them among the early leading group.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

URA reached four points from five matches. Ending three successive defeats offers limited relief, but another blank increases attacking concerns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For additional context, read Bangbet Uganda\u2019s URA versus KCCA preview<\/a>, Entebbe UPPC versus Police preview<\/a> and 2026\/27 UPL fixture guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What It Means for Ugandan Supporters<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The stalemate highlighted the expanded league\u2019s competitiveness. Organised Entebbe UPPC continues challenging established clubs, while URA\u2019s scoring problems increase pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Supporters can take encouragement from Hafizi\u2019s confident debut and other Ugandans receiving top-flight minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Thomas Ochungu in action with URA\u2019s Mikidad Ssenyonga. Credit: John Batanudde<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

What was the URA versus Entebbe UPPC result?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The teams drew 0-0 at Hamz Stadium in Nakivubo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who came closest to scoring?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Entebbe UPPC substitute Moro struck the upright with a left-footed shot during the 38th minute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who were the standout performers?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Goalkeepers Hafizi and Otim made important saves, while Kigozi and Namanya created or reached several promising opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What are the teams\u2019 points totals?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Entebbe UPPC have 11 points from six matches. URA have four points from five.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Verdict<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moro created the clearest first-half opportunity, but URA improved after halftime. Hafizi and Otim deserved their clean sheets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The result stops URA\u2019s losing run without resolving their scoring problems. Entebbe UPPC further strengthened their reputation as organised, difficult opponents.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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