Maroons held NEC in a one-all draw in a Uganda Premier League encounter at Luzira on Saturday afternoon.
Ivan Asaba and Marvin Kavuma scored for Maroons and NEC, respectively, in the close contest.
Both sides kept on the front foot, but the backlines stood tall and firm as the first period ended goalless.
Ivan Asaba finally broke the deadlock in the 75th minute after being set up by quick-footed Mujahid Ogama.
Two minutes later, Marvin Kavuma levelled matters thanks to Joseph Dhata’s sweet delivery.
After picking a sour point, NEC lies ninth on the log with 10 points after bagging two wins, four draws and two losses in the eight games played.
On the other hand, Maroons lie 10th on the log with nine points after bagging two wins, three draws and three losses in the eight games played.
Tough start for coach Badru Kaddu
Coach Badru Kaddu switched from Express to lead NEC’s technical bench; however, his start has been tough since he has struggled to convince.
In the four games under his leadership, NEC have collected four points, winning once, drawing twice and losing once.
Next on the menu, NEC hosts reigning champions Vipers on Friday, December 5, at Phillip Omondi Stadium in Lugogo.