Masaka SS confirmed their place in the round of 16 at the ongoing USSSA U20 Boys Football Championship in Lira City after overcoming Lakeside SS, Masese on Friday.
In the round of 32 encounter played at Lira Town College, a solitary strike from Simon Kafuuma was enough to guide Masaka SS to victory.
Kawooya’s well struck free kick in the fifth minute was the difference to guide Masaka to victory.
Despite effforts from Lakeside SS to search for the equalizer, Masaka defended resiliently to protect their lead and progress to the round of 16.
At the round of 16, Masaka SS will play Lubiri SS on Saturday.
Lakeside SS Starting XI
Robert Ssentongo (GK), Musa Kisambira, Simon Kimon, Hakim Nkoko, Charles Bamuwereiza, Timothy Mukungu, Peter Wandera, James Mwesigwa, Derrick Mungu, John Kanage, Kizza Jurua
Masaka SS Starting XI
Calton Muwonge, Derrick Ahereza, Farouk Mujuni, Joram Mugenyi, Pius Ekusai, Owen Muhumuza, Simon Kafuma, Anywar Kayemba, Joseph Kawooya, Shafik Ssemakula
