The much-anticipated second round of the Busoga Masaza Cup is set to commence on Saturday, September 6th, 2025, with the final expected to be played in late October.
Speaking to the Busoga Times, the tournament’s spokesperson David Mwesigwa revealed that the opening fixtures will mirror those of the first round, with only the home-and-away status reversed.
“Fixtures are yet to be officially released, but the first games remain unchanged. The difference is that the teams that were home in the first round will now travel, while those who played away will host,” said Mwesigwa.
Busoga masaza cup spokes person David Mwesigwa.
The technical organizing committee, chaired by Isa Magoola Kakaire, convened at the Kyabazinga headquarters in Bugembe, Jinja District. The meeting, attended by representatives of all 14 competing chiefdom teams, reviewed the first round and discussed preparations for the upcoming stage.
Player Eligibility & Registration
Mwesigwa emphasized that all teams were asked to confirm their home grounds and player lists. He clarified that players who featured in the first round but have since signed for FUFA Big League clubs will not be eligible to play in the Masaza Cup. Such teams have been given an allowance to recruit and register new players.
He particularly noted Iganga United’s role as a supplier of talent, with many of their players now tied to FUFA competitions and therefore ineligible for the tournament.
Discipline on and off the Pitch
The committee praised the fair play exhibited in the first round, pointing out that no red cards were issued throughout. However, isolated cases of indiscipline—especially from fans—were highlighted.
Fans invading the pitch in a Busoga masaza cup game
One major incident occurred on 26th August at Namayingo P/S, where fans invaded the pitch during Bukooli Namayingo’s clash with Butembe, injuring goalkeeper Kalabuki Sadic. Similarly, on 2nd August at Kisiki College, Namutumba, Busiki fans stormed the field and attacked Butembe’s Kibilige Obadiah Martin, who required urgent medical attention. Another ugly scene unfolded on 20th July in Bugade Primary School, when referees were attacked after Bunhole Bunhanumba’s loss to Bugweri.
While no players were red-carded, officials were not spared. Kigulu FC official Kilega Arafat was issued a stern warning after attacking a member of the organizing committee during a game against Butembe. Meanwhile, Busiki’s fans and management were handed a last warning, with the risk of losing their hosting rights if similar incidents reoccur.
Opening Fixtures (6th–7th September)
Bukono vs Budiope
Buzaya vs Bunha
Kigulu vs Butembe
Bugabula vs Bukooli Bugiri
Bukooli Namayingo vs Busiki
Bugweri vs Bunhole Bunhanhumba
