FUFA Big League 2016/17:
- 1st Play off match: Mbarara City 1 (5) – 1 (3) Ndejje University
- 2nd Play off match: Synergy 3-1 Kira United
Solomon Okwalinga scored two goals in Synergy’s 3-1 comprehensive victory against Kira United in the FUFA Big League playoff match played at the Mutesa II Wankulukuku stadium on Thursday.
Kira United suffered a set back inside the opening 5 minutes when play maker Moses Sseruyidde pulled a ham-string before he was replaced.
Following a goal-less first half, Okwalinga headed home the opener after seven minutes into the second to give the Masaka side the lead.
With twenty minutes left on the clock, Isaac Senoga was sent off for unsporting play to grant numerical advantage to Synergy.
Emmanuel Obitre was pulled down by the goalie in the 78th minute before he composed himself to score the equalizer.
A minute after re-start, Okwalinga got the second goal following a quick counter attack.
Nicholas Kasozi wrapped up the business with a 90th minute strike to confirm Synergy will facee Mbarara City on Sunday for a place in the Ugands Premier League.
