Matchday 10 delivered a decisive round of six fixtures, setting the tone for a crucial finish to the end of the first round. A tantalizing title race has arrived as we approach the halfway point of the season. Only two points separate the top two after Makerere beat Kawempe as the sharks won again.
Here is the full round-up of the weekend’s action.
Makerere University WFC brings Kawempe’s unbeaten run to an end.
Makerere university WFC delivered one of their most complete performances of the season to hand Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC their first defeat of the season, winning 2-0 in a tightly contested encounter.
From outset, Makerere signaled their intent with a compact defensive shape anchored by Captain Josephine Ndagire denying the warriors early rhythm, something the hosts rarely struggle with at home. While kawempe created many of their own problems in the first half. You simply have to give credit to Makerere too, they were organized, well drilled and willing to press and hassle the warriors into errors.
When the moment came, Nankya Rashida struck in the 19th minute from a defensive scramble to spark jubilant scenes to the away dug out, four minutes later, Captain Josephine Ndagire doubled the visitors lead to ensure a 2-0 advantage at the break.
As the game transpired, kawempe increased their tempo after the break, pushing higher and committing numbers forward but the visitor’s ability to absorb pressure was key. Their midfield shape remained compact, preventing the host’s dangerous players from operating between the lines. Fred Ndawula will be much happier with the woman of the match Grace Nassande who pulled off outstanding saves when the warriors applied more pressure and the team’s defensive unit, as the full backs closed spaces quickly and the center-halves dominating aerial duels to ensure a well-deserved victory.
The full-time scenes left the warriors frustrated but Fred’s side will deeply take much pride for inflicting the first defeat to the league leaders.
She Corporate FC edge a five-goal thriller as Olila’s late fight back falls short.
She corporate FC survived a late scare to defeat Olila H/S WFC 3-2 in a dramatic encounter at FUFA TC, Njeru. The sharks scoring spree continued as they notched three goals in two successive games, securing a third straight victory for Bayles’s side leaving them just two points off the top spot.
League top scorer Jesca Namanda kept up her fine scoring form, netting her 8th goal of the season giving the sharks a well-deserved lead in the 16th minute. Despite Olila settling into the game as the half progressed, the sharks maintained their advantage.
The second half saw the hosts regain the initiative, as Hairat Babirye doubled the lead in the 74th minute, capitalizing on sustained pressure in the final third.
However, the visitors responded immediately, Brenda Atwani struck twice in quick succession to drag Olila back into the contest. Woman of the match Sandra Kisakye who was a creative menace throughout the game stole the show with a stoppage time winner to ultimately seal a crucial victory.
Kampala Queens suffer another setback with a draw against Amus College.
Kampala Queens needed a penalty midway through the second half to salvage a 1-1 draw with Amus College WFC at Amus College Stadium.
Catherine Nagadya calmly scored from the spot five minutes after the half-hour mark, Edinah Nasipwondi had earlier put the hosts into a much-deserved lead in the 35th minute.
The opening half was dominated by the hosts, as the Queens produced little to trouble the hosts. Firew must be increasingly concerned by his defense in recent weeks. Once again Marion struggled to deal with an aerial ball, allowing Esther Namataka to pounce and slip a pass through to Edinah, who finished clinically past Sharon Kaidu to mark her sixth goal of the season.
In the second half, Precious Phiri replaced Marrion giving the queens renewed defensive stability and added attacking intent. The change paid off in the 65th minute when muduwa was brought down in the box, and Nagadya calmly converted the resulting penalty. In truth, the Queens should have wrapped up the victory, but lack of composure in front of goal proved costly.
Lady Doves, Uganda Martyrs return to winning ways with big margins.
Uganda Martyrs secured a commanding 4-0 victory over Asubo Ladies FC at Kampala Quality Ground. Kiiza Maureen opened the scoring, with Auki Kigongo adding a second to give the visitors a firm grip on the match. Nusulah Nakintu extended the lead before Nabowa Shallon completed the scoring. The hosts struggled to contain the visitor’s organized build-up and attacking movement, while Uganda Martyrs maintained control throughout the encounter.
At Katusabe Ground in Masindi, Lady Doves produced a confident display on home turf, easing past Rines SS with a 4-0 victory. Sumaya Nsisi opened the scoring inside the first minute, setting the tone for a standout performance in which she netted twice. Cecelia Apiding added the other goal, before Resty Kobusobozi sealed the result with a composed finish. The visitors struggled to cope with the believer’s tempo and efficiency in the final third, as the hosts managed the game effectively from start to finish. The result provides Lady Doves with a much-needed boost after a run of unconvincing results. Sumaya Nsisi was named woman of the match.
Meanwhile at Prison Ground, She Maroons FC’s impressive home run continued with a 2-0 victory against St Noa Girls-Zana FC, lifting them into fourth place on the table. The hosts took a lead when a defensive mix-up resulted in Nancy Mandera turning the ball into her own net. The hosts continued to apply pressure, and their persistence paid off when woman of the match Lillian Kasuubo profited from a set piece to seal a crucial victory.
