FRI: 18th/05/2012, Namboole at 6.00pm, Live on SS9 East.
Record league champions SC Villa entertain whipping boys Utoda FC in the last of the two games to be shown live on SS9, East. Mike Mutebi’s side that lies 7th on the 16 team table with 37 points will miss the services of injured defender Denis Okoth who limped off in their last fixture, a 2-0 win over KCC FC after colliding with Katerega Edison.
Good news for Villa is the return of left back Muleme Isaac, defender Robert Kabanda and custodian Ochan Benjamin who have missed a number of games due to injury. It remains to be seen whether Coach Mike Mutebi will field the trio. Kasadha Lawrence who missed the KCC FC derby while on international duty with the Hippos is also available for selection.
The Jogoos are expected to chose from either Ochan Benjamin or Mulindwa Muwonge in goal. Misi katende may shift to midfield as Kasadha Lawrence and ayub Kisaliita are expected at the haert of defence. Musamali Paul may continue at left back as Mike may need to give Muleme ample time to recover. Kirabira Isaac may partner Acema robert in the centre of the pack while Bengo steven, Muganga Ronald and Herman Wasswa are expected to lead the three man attack with Ndaula Moses playing off the centre forward chosen from the trio. Noah Ssemakula who has been off form of late is also available for selection.
Coach Ismail Kintu whose Utoda FC side is already relegated will rely on the experience of Iddi Ssebalata and Noordin Kawesa to help his side overcome a resurgent villa side. Striker Zinda Hussein who is rumoured to be on trials with kenyan side Karuturi FC may miss the tie. SC Villa has 100% record against Utoda FC ever since the tax drivers joined the super league. The first round fixture ended 3-0 in favour of Villa with Kakaire Apollo, Noah Ssemakula and Misi Katende on the score sheet.
