Semi final fixtures
Kigulu vs Bukooli Namayingo
Luuka vs Bugabula
The stage is fully set for the MTN Busoga Masaza Cup 2025 semi-finals, slated for Friday 17th October at the Kyabazinga Stadium, Bugembe in Jinja City, with two mouth-watering clashes promising high-octane football and renewed rivalries.
In the early kick-off at 12:00pm, Kigulu will lock horns with Bukooli Namayingo, a thrilling repeat of their Nhendha Group battles. Both sides won their home fixtures during the group stages — Kigulu triumphed 2-1 in Iganga, while Bukooli Namayingo edged 1-0 in Namayingo — setting the stage for an explosive decider at a neutral ground.
Later at 4:00pm, attention will turn to the Bukowe Group reunion as Luuka faces Bugabula. These two sides also traded 1-0 victories during the group stage, making the semi a perfect test of consistency and tactical discipline.
Kigulu reached this stage after a 2-1 victory over Bukono, thanks to goals from Ukasha Mulondo and Sizomu Benjamin, while Nabola Emmanuel netted the consolation for Bukono.
Bukooli Namayingo, on the other hand, saw off Bugweri 4-2 in penalties after a goalless draw, with their captain showing nerves of steel in the shootout.
In the other quarter-final ties, Luuka cruised past Bulamogi 3-0, courtesy of a brilliant Kasakya Ibra hat-trick, while Bugabula eliminated Bunha 3-2 on penalties following a 1-1 stalemate. Goalkeeper Oboya Musa turned hero for Bugabula, saving three of the five spot-kicks taken by Bunha to send his side to the semis in dramatic fashion.
