URA FC head coach Sam Ssimbwa has challenged his players to improve despite making an impressive start to his second spell at the club.
The Tax Collectors maintained their winning run with a thrilling 4-3 victory over Kataka FC on Wednesday, registering a third consecutive win under the experienced tactician.
URA had opened Ssimbwa’s second stint with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over UPDF FC before claiming another narrow 1-0 win against defending champions Vipers SC by the same scoreline.
However, Wednesday’s seven-goal thriller proved a different test, with Ssimbwa acknowledging that although his team showed character and fighting spirit, there were several areas that needed improvement.
“It was a very difficult game, and credit goes to the boys for the character and fighting spirit they showed throughout. We started well and created opportunities, but we also allowed our opponents back into the game on several occasions,” Ssimbwa said.
“There are mistakes we need to correct, and we shall go back to the drawing board, work on them and continue improving as a team.”
The victory extends URA’s winning streak to three matches since Ssimbwa’s return, providing renewed confidence within the squad as they seek to climb the Uganda Premier League standings.
While the results have been encouraging, the former Uganda Cranes assistant coach will be keen to address the defensive lapses exposed against Kataka as URA seek to maintain their momentum.
With three wins from as many matches, Ssimbwa has made an encouraging return to the dugout, but his post-match remarks suggest that he remains focused on building a more consistent and complete team.
