Friday, September 27
*Kampala Queens Vs Wakiso Hill – 4pm
The much-anticipated 2024/2025 Women Super League season kicks off on Friday with as Kampala Queens welcome Wakiso Hill at Omondi Stadium, Lugogo.
Kampala Queens, runners-up last season, are eager to make amends after narrowly missing out on the title on the final day of the previous campaign.
Kampala Queens entered the last match of the previous season needing a victory to be crowned champions but suffered a crushing 2-0 defeat to Kawempe Muslim, who claimed the title instead.
Since then, the Queens have made significant changes to their squad, releasing over 10 players, including key figures like Hasifah Nassuna, former captain Zaina Namuleme, and Lilian Mutuuzo.
Dorcus Nabuufu, Sophia Nakiyingi, Prima Mugide, Florence Imanizabayo, Lukiya Namubiru, Damali Matama, and Judith Sanyu were also let go.
However, the club has bolstered its ranks with new signings, including Moureen Kimono from Wakiso Hill, as they look to begin the season strongly under head coach Charles Ayiekho.
Kampala Queens will be confident heading into this fixture, having beaten Wakiso Hills home and away last season.
A 2-1 victory at Lugogo and a 1-0 win at Kitende secured their dominance, with goals from Zainah Namuleme and Zainah Nandede leading the way at Lugogo.
Team captain Shamirah Nalugya emphasized the importance of treating every game as a priority, saying, “We are taking every game seriously and will give our best to entertain our fans and secure the 3 points.”
“Personally, I’m working hard to be one of the best players this season, helping the team wherever needed to win the trophy. The competition will be tough, with many clubs using different styles of play, but we are ready.”
For the visitors, Wakiso Hill, who finished 8th (out of 10 teams) in their debut top-flight season, will be aiming for a better performance this time around.
Last season, they barely survived relegation, securing safety with a crucial 1-1 draw against Lady Doves on the penultimate day of the campaign, with captain Zaitun Namaganda scoring the needed goal as UCU Lady Cardinals went down.
Under coach Rogers Nkugwa, Wakiso Hill has made significant additions to their squad, signing 10 new players, including striker Jane Lunkuse and goalkeeper Sarah Nakintu, both promoted from their academy.
After winning just one game in the first round last season and ending the first half rock bottom, Wakiso Hill will have to prove themselves from the very first game of the new season.
- Fatumah Abubakar Omer (Midfielder) – Kator WFC, South Sudan
- Bwire Resty Maggie (Midfielder) – Nile Queens WFC
- Tezikya Anitah (Midfielder) – Nile Queens WFC
- Auma Racheal (Striker) – Nile Queens WFC
- Mawuwa Judith (Defender) – Nile Queens WFC
- Batuuka Hanisha (Midfielder) – Express WFC
- Namitanda Lydia (Striker) – Luweero Giant Queens
- Ponny Helen (Goalkeeper) – Goldstar WFC
https://sportsnation.co.ug/2024/09/26/women-super-league-kampala-queens-wakiso-hills-in-opener/
