The second round of the FUFA Juniors League 2025 Match Day 13 delivered drama, goals, and upsets as teams battled to strengthen their positions in the title race and player development pathways.
On Saturday, 21 June 2025, NEC FC JT stunned Lugazi FC JT with a dominant 3-1 away victory. Lugazi’s Jovan Mark Waguti gave the hosts some hope, but NEC responded ruthlessly through goals from Malinga Derrick, Omara Oboi, and Oula Emmanuel.
In a closely contested fixture, Maroons FC JT and KCCA FC SA played out a goalless stalemate, showcasing defensive discipline and limited goalmouth action.
One of the day’s biggest shocks came from BUL FC JT, who fell 2-1 at home to Mbale Heroes FC JT. Despite an early strike by Ivan Maturu for the Eastern Giants, the visitors turned the game on its head through goals from Muhoozi Henry and Abasi Rahman, sealing a statement win on the road.
Police FC JT also impressed as they outclassed SC Villa JT 3-1 in an away encounter. Tumukunde David scored SC Villa’s consolation, but the star of the show was Police’s Ronald Ssemwanga, who netted an incredible hat trick to power his side to all three points.
Come Sunday, 22 June 2025, URA FC JT put on a sensational attacking display to thrash UPDF FC JT 5-2 at their training grounds. The match was headlined by an astonishing four-goal performance from striker Kanyike Abdul Karim, who tormented the UPDF defense all afternoon. Mutebi Rahman added another for the Tax Collectors, while Agaba Jackson and Niso Innocent were on target for the visitors in a tough outing.
Meanwhile, the much-anticipated clash between Kitara FC JT and Wakiso Giants FC JT was scheduled but remained pending as of press time.
The round wraps up on Tuesday, 24 June 2025, when Mbarara City FC JT hosts Express FC JT at Kakyeka Stadium at 3:00 PM, with both sides looking to bounce back and finish the round strong.
As the league edges closer to its climax, teams continue to display raw talent, tactical maturity, and fierce competition, proving once again why the FUFA Juniors League remains a key pillar in Uganda’s football development.
