2017 Airtel Masaza Cup Final
Saturday, 26th August | Mandela National Stadium, Namboole
Final
- Gomba Vs Singo – 3:30 p.m
3rd Place play-off
- Buddu Vs Busiro – 12:00 p.m
2015 Ssingo winners and three time champions Gomba face off in the 2017 Airtel Masaza Cup final on Saturday at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole.
Gomba qualified for the final after defeating the defending champions Buddu in a thrilling and dramatic semi-final game that ended in penalty shootouts at a fully packed Masaka Recreational Stadium.
Three time winners Gomba (champions in 2004, 2009 and 2014) won 1-0 on the day taking the aggregate scoreline to 1-1. In the tense shoot out, Gomba triumphed 4-3.
Singo who have won the exciting tourney once in 2015 defeated opponents Busiro 1-0 in the first leg and registered a 1-1 draw in the second leg, automatically pushing them into the finals after a 2-1 aggregate win.
Battle for top scorers’ boot
Two joint tournament top scorers Joseph Jjanjali of Gomba and Steven Mukwala from Singo both have scored 8 goals apiece.
It will be a great battle to witness the two players fight for the top scorers’ gong.
Other key players
Ssingo under Shafik Bisaso and Felix Ssekabuuza will once again dwell upon captain Dube Ssebuwufu, Jude Ssemugabi, Yusuf Saaka, Brian ‘Benteke’ Lubega and the fast paced Steven Mukwala.
On the other hand, Simon ‘Ddunga’ Ddungu, at the helm of Gomba will rely on Allan Sserungo, Edward Satro and top scorer Joseph Jjanjali.
Airtel Uganda Head of Brand and Communication, Ms. Remmie Kisakye maintains the telecommunications giants will continue to fuel such a tournament that brings together masses;
Hundreds of people have been turning up to support their teams during the games and I encourage them to come out in large numbers and watch these two top teams play.
At Airtel Uganda, we aim to make a positive impact on the lives of Ugandans, not only through our excellent telecommunications services but also by investing in activities that bring people from all different walks of life together.
Football is one example of those activities
Kisakye also appreciates the Buganda Kingdom for the good cooperation and wishes the final teams good luck.
His Majesty the King of Buganda, Kabaka Ronald Fredrick Muwenda Mutebi II has already confirmed to grace the closing match.
Masaza products
Over the years the tournament has given a plat form to many players to get exposed.
Players as Joseph Owino, Meddie Mukiri, Hamis ‘Diego’ Kizza, Alex Kakuba, Alex Ikanga, Ivan Bukenya, Sula ‘Malouda’ Matovu, Yassar Mugerwa, Ivan Anguyo Emma Okwi, Mike Sserumaga, Fred Kyambadde, Lawrence Ssonko, Brian Omony, Baker Lukooya, Yunus Sentamu, Nelson Ssenkatuuka, Andrew Kyekulidde, Ivan Anguyo, Hussein Bukenya, Robert Odongkara, Edisa Lubega, Kenneth Tumusiime, Pius Wanji, Kezironi Kizito and a host of others have all played the Masaza Cup at some stage.
Airtel Masaza Cup All Winners
2016 – Buddu
2015 – Singo
2014 – Gomba
2013 – Mawokota
2012– Bulemeezi
2011– Buluri
2010– Not Held
2009– Gomba
2008– Kyadondo
2007– Mawokota
2006– Kooki
2005- Mawokota
2004- Gomba
