The Busoga Masaza Cup group stages climax this week with two high-stakes encounters that will seal the quarterfinal picture.
On Wednesday, Luuka host Bugabula at Busalaamu Primary School playground in a Bukowe group top-of-the-table clash. Both sides are already through to the last eight, but pride and supremacy remain on the line. Bugabula lead the standings with nine points, while Luuka trail on six. For the home side to finish top, they must win Bugabula , given that both teams are level on a +4 goal difference.
Bugabula, unbeaten so far, boast a perfect defensive record as the only team yet to concede a goal in the competition. They also edged Luuka 1–0 in the first-round meeting, giving them the upper hand. Luuka, however, are counting on home support and the desire for revenge to turn the tables. Bukooli Bugiri, the third team in the group, bowed out after losing all matches without collecting a single point.
The group winner will take on the runner-up of Kagulu group, while the second-placed side faces Kagulu’s leader in the quarterfinals.
The drama continues on Thursday at Bulumba Ginnery playground, where Bulamogi host Buzaya in a make-or-break Kagulu group decider. Bunha, who sit comfortably at the top with six points, have already qualified for the quarters. Buzaya, with three points, need at least a draw to progress, while Bulamogi, on two points, must win to sneak into the last eight. Their first meeting at Lwanyama Primary School ended in a draw, raising the stakes for this final showdown.
Two quarterfinal ties are already confirmed. Kigulu will face Bukono at midday, followed by Bugweri against Bukooli Namayingo at 4 pm, both scheduled for October 4, 2025, at a venue yet to be announced.
