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By Ruqayah Musa
The stage is set for a thrilling climax to the 2025/26 Pepsi University Football League as finalists YMCA and Muteesa I Royal University prepare to lock horns in a historic showdown this Saturday at Hamz Stadium Nakivubo.
The two sides faced the media on Thursday, expressing confidence and determination ahead of what promises to be a fiercely contested final. Both teams are chasing their maiden league title after months of intense competition.
YMCA head coach Frances Totti Sande backed his squad’s experience on big occasions to deliver victory.
“I have a lot of confidence in my players because they have played many high-level matches, including the Masaza Cup. I believe we are going to lift the trophy,” he said.
On the opposing bench, Ssengabi George William struck a similarly optimistic tone, emphasizing his team’s readiness.
“We appreciate the organizers of this tournament. My team is more than ready—we have been waiting for this moment, and I strongly believe the trophy is heading to Masaka,” he noted.
Team captains Jjunju Eddie and Ratib Ramadhan echoed their coaches’ sentiments, urging fans to turn up in large numbers and rally behind their sides in what they described as a defining moment.
Muteesa I Royal University booked their place in the final with an impressive 3-1 aggregate victory over St Lawrence University, ending the Saints’ six-year unbeaten home run. YMCA, on the other hand, reached their first-ever final after edging Kampala University 6-5 in a tense penalty shootout following a closely fought semifinal.
Saturday’s match will not only crown a new champion but also mark a milestone, as it will be the first time the league final is hosted at Hamz Stadium Nakivubo.
In last year’s edition, Uganda Martyrs University claimed the title with a commanding 3-0 victory over St Lawrence University at Muteesa II Stadium Wankulukuku.
With both finalists seeking to write their own piece of history, all eyes will be on Nakivubo this weekend to see who rises to the occasion and lifts the coveted trophy.
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