12 -May-2026
Express FC vs Kitara FC
8pm
Hamz stadium – Nakivubo
The Royals hit the road on Tuesday, heading to the capital for a crucial StarTimes Uganda Premier League clash against Express FC at Hamz Stadium, Nakivubo. Kick off is set for 8 PM.
After a narrow 1-0 home defeat to NEC last weekend, the squad is fully focused on rediscovering their winning touch in front of goal. The team has faced two consecutive matches without scoring, including a hard fought goalless draw against Vipers SC in the Stanbic Uganda Cup prior to the NEC encounter.
Coach Wasswa Bbosa has emphasized readiness and belief as the squad finalizes preparations. “We’ve created chances in our recent games but haven’t converted them. The boys have been working intensely in training to correct that, and we are confident we will get a positive result on Tuesday,” said Bbosa.
Kitara will draw confidence from the reverse fixture earlier this season, where a solitary goal from Kaddu Patrick secured a 1-0 victory in Hoima. Completing a league double over Express is a clear target for the traveling side.
Express FC have also experienced mixed form lately, with a win, two losses, and a notable struggle to secure home victories in recent outings. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for Kitara to capitalise on their host’s patchy run.
A win in Kampala would provide a significant morale boost ahead of Friday’s high stakes Stanbic Uganda Cup semi final second leg against Vipers SC in Kitende. The squad is keen to build momentum.
In team news, Aziz Saleh is expected to step in between the posts with regular goalkeeper Meddie Kibirige still suspended for this league fixture. Kibirige will be available again for the crucial cup tie against Vipers.