Wednesday 17th September
Bukooli Bugiri vs Luuka at Hindocha Primary school
Thursday 18th September
Bunha vs Bulamogi at wembly stadium
The 2025 Busoga Masaza Cup group stages return this Wednesday, September 17th, with two decisive fixtures that could seal the fate of former champions Bukooli Bugiri and shape the destiny of the Kagulu group.
Bukooli Bugiri vs Luuka – Hindocha Primary School, Bugiri
Bukooli Bugiri, the inaugural winners of the Masaza Cup in 2016 under Bogere Siraji, now find themselves on the brink of another early exit. Hosting Luuka at Hindocha Primary School, Bugiri’s survival depends on nothing short of a miracle.
With zero points and a -6 goal difference, Bukooli Bugiri must beat Luuka—currently on three points with a +2 goal difference—by at least eight goals to stand a realistic chance of advancing. Even a six-goal victory would leave them praying that Bugabula, the group leaders on nine points, defeat Luuka in the final fixture at Busalaamu Primary School on September 24th.
Anything less than victory for Bukooli Bugiri will confirm their elimination. Only two teams from this three-team group progress to the quarter-finals.
Current Standings
Bugabula – 9 pts
Luuka – 3 pts (+2 GD)
Bukooli Bugiri – 0 pts (-6 GD)
Bunha vs Bulamogi – Wemby Stadium, Mayuge (Thursday, Sept 18th)
On Thursday, the focus shifts to the Kagulu group, where Bunha welcome Bulamogi in what promises to be a high-stakes battle at Wembly Stadium.
The reverse fixture in Kasokwe ended in a draw, leaving all three teams in the group within touching distance of the quarter-finals. Bunha and Buzaya currently share top spot with three points each, while Bulamogi trail slightly with two points but crucially have two games still to play.
A win for Bunha would take them to six points, ensuring they finish as group leaders and remain in control of their fate. A draw would push them to four points but leave their qualification hopes hanging on other results. For Bulamogi, victory would be priceless, taking them to five points and the top of the group with one game still in hand.
Kagulu Group Standings
Bunha – 3 pts
Buzaya – 3 pts
Bulamogi – 2 pts
Remaining Fixtures
Thursday 18th Sept: Bunha vs Bulamogi (Wemby Stadium, Mayuge)
Thursday 25th Sept: Bulamogi vs Buzaya (Kasokwe Primary School)
Qualification Scenarios
Bunha: Must beat Bulamogi to reach six points and strengthen their quarter-final chances. A draw would force them to rely on results elsewhere.
Buzaya: Play their final game against Bulamogi on September 25th. A draw could be enough if Bunha drop points, but a win guarantees progression.
Bulamogi: Hold the advantage of two remaining fixtures. One win from either of their games against Bunha or Buzaya will take them through. However, if they draw both, Bunha and Buzaya will qualify instead.
