Uganda Premier League: Ahimbisibwe double powers KCCA FC to away victory

KCCA FC continued their fine form in the StarTimes Uganda Premier League with a composed 2–0 away victory over Buhimba Saints on Monday at The Royals Park, as Ivan Ahimbisibwe delivered a clinical performance to decide the contest.

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The match kicked off at a steady tempo, with KCCA FC showing early intent.

In the 5th minute, Gavin Kizito sent a long ball into the box that Ivan Ahimbisibwe headed narrowly wide. Four minutes later, Shafik Kwikiriza was fouled just outside the area, allowing Ashraf Mugume to curl a dangerous free kick that was smartly saved by Buhimba goalkeeper Jamil Kiyimba.

KCCA continued to probe. At the 24th minute, Kwikiriza controlled a long throw and laid the ball off to Mugume, whose effort was parried wide once again by the alert Kiyimba.

Mugume tried his luck from distance in the 33rd minute after winning possession in midfield, but his shot drifted off target.

Ahimbisibwe’s finishing makes the difference for KCCA FC

Buhimba’s resistance was finally broken in the 43rd minute. Joel Sserunjogi delivered a precise long ball that Saidi Mayanja controlled expertly before teeing up Ahimbisibwe, who finished calmly to give KCCA FC a deserved 1–0 lead at the break.

The visitors made changes at halftime, handing a debut to Kennedy Muserero, who Saidi Mayanja, while Rogers Mugisha came on for Shafik Kwikiriza.

Buhimba showed renewed urgency after the restart. In the 55th minute, Muber’s cross found Anwar Ntege, whose header was well saved by KCCA goalkeeper Mutwalibi Mugolofa.

Three minutes later, Muserero nearly marked his debut with a goal, controlling the ball in the box, lifting it over his marker, and firing a shot that drew a spectacular save from Kiyimba.

Mugolofa was called into action again in the 70th minute, racing off his line to deny Swadik Moro in a crucial one-on-one moment that preserved KCCA’s lead.

Further substitutions followed in the 77th minute, with Alex Yiga and Bright Anukani introduced to freshen up the side.

The decisive moment arrived in the 87th minute. Bright Anukani sent a long ball forward that Ahimbisibwe controlled with confidence before smashing a powerful shot into the roof of the net, sealing the result and completing his brace.

Ahimbisibwe was withdrawn in stoppage time to a warm reception, replaced by Alpha Thierry Ssali, as KCCA FC comfortably saw out the remaining minutes.

SC Villa match abandoned

In the other match on Monday between Calvary FC and SC Villa at Midigo Primary School Grounds in Yumbe, it was abandoned at halftime with the score at 0–1 in favour of SC Villa.

The match officials did not resume for the second half due to concerns relating to match control, safety, and security within the stadium environment and now awaiting formal decision on the matter awaits from the UPL secretariat in the due course.

Ivan Ahimbisibwe Brace Leads KCCA FC to 2–0 Victory Over Buhimba Saints

KCCA FC continued their impressive run in the StarTimes Uganda Premier League with a composed 2–0 away victory over Buhimba Saints on Monday at The Royals Park. Forward Ivan Ahimbisibwe was the star of the evening, scoring twice to secure all three points for the Kasasiro Boys.

The result strengthens KCCA FC’s position in the league standings and highlights the team’s growing momentum as the season enters a crucial stage.

KCCA FC Start the Match Strongly

From the opening whistle, KCCA FC showed clear attacking intent. The visitors dominated early possession and began creating chances within the first few minutes of the match.

In the 5th minute, Gavin Kizito launched a long ball into the penalty area that found Ivan Ahimbisibwe, but the striker’s header narrowly missed the target.

Just four minutes later, Shafik Kwikiriza was fouled just outside the penalty area, giving Ashraf Mugume an opportunity from a promising free-kick position. Mugume curled a powerful shot toward goal, but Buhimba goalkeeper Jamil Kiyimba reacted quickly to make an impressive save.

KCCA continued to push forward in search of the opener. In the 24th minute, Kwikiriza controlled a long throw and cleverly laid the ball off to Mugume, whose shot was again denied by the alert Kiyimba.

Mugume remained lively throughout the first half and attempted another effort in the 33rd minute after winning possession in midfield. However, his long-range strike drifted just wide of the goal.

Ahimbisibwe Breaks the Deadlock

Buhimba Saints showed resilience throughout the first half, but their defence was finally broken just before halftime.

In the 43rd minute, Joel Sserunjogi delivered a perfectly weighted long ball that found Saidi Mayanja. Mayanja controlled the pass expertly before setting up Ivan Ahimbisibwe, who calmly slotted the ball into the net to give KCCA FC a 1–0 lead.

The goal capped off a dominant first-half display by the visitors and gave them a deserved advantage heading into the break.

Second Half Brings More Chances

KCCA FC made changes at halftime as Kennedy Muserero was introduced for his debut, replacing Saidi Mayanja. Meanwhile, Rogers Mugisha came on for Shafik Kwikiriza.

Buhimba Saints responded with renewed energy after the restart and began to threaten the KCCA defence.

In the 55th minute, Muber delivered a dangerous cross that found Anwar Ntege, whose header was brilliantly saved by KCCA goalkeeper Mutwalibi Mugolofa.

Just three minutes later, debutant Kennedy Muserero nearly made an instant impact. The youngster controlled the ball skillfully inside the box, lifted it over his defender, and unleashed a powerful shot that forced another spectacular save from Buhimba goalkeeper Jamil Kiyimba.

Kiyimba’s performance kept the hosts in the game despite KCCA’s attacking pressure.