Ugandan star Sekagya leads Red Bulls II to dramatic title

Uganda’s football pride reached dazzling new heights in the United States as Ibrahim Sekagya, Ibrahim Kasule, and Steven Sserwadda celebrated title glory with New York Red Bulls II, who clinched the MLS Next Pro Cup after a dramatic 4-3 shootout victory over Colorado Rapids 2 on Sunday night.

The final, filled with drama, determination, and unrelenting football spirit, had fans on the edge of their seats from start to finish.

Sekagya’s youthful Red Bulls side found themselves in deep trouble at halftime, trailing 2-0 after goals from Billio Diop and James Cameron put the Rapids firmly in control.

But in true Sekagya fashion, his side refused to back down. The comeback began just after the hour mark when Rafael Mosquera pulled one back, sparking belief across the Red Bulls bench. Moments later, Roald Mitchell struck with precision to level the score at 2-2, setting the stage for a thrilling finale.

Sekagya’s men held their composure from 12 yards

The rollercoaster continued when Antony Garcia restored the Rapids’ lead in the 78th minute, but the resilient Red Bulls once again found an answer. Mosquera, showing nerves of steel, converted from the spot to make it 3-3 and push the match into a tense penalty shootout.

In the end, Sekagya’s men held their composure from 12 yards, prevailing 4-3 on penalties to lift their first-ever MLS Next Pro Cup a landmark achievement in the club’s history.

For Uganda, the triumph carried special significance. Former Cranes captain Ibrahim Sekagya masterminded the victory from the touchline, while Kasule and Sserwadda proudly added their first major silverware in American football.

From Kampala’s dusty pitches to the grand arenas of the U.S., the Ugandan trio’s success is a shining testament to how talent, resilience, and belief can carry dreams all the way to the top.