The Stanbic Uganda Cup Round of 32 wrapped up on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, with Maroons FC sealing the final Round of 16 berth after edging Wakiso Giants in a tense penalty shootout at Luzira Prison Grounds.
With the match ending in a goalless draw, the hosts held their nerve to win 4-2 on penalties.
Maroons now join an exciting mix of teams in the next stage, including SC Villa, who edged Simba FC 1-0, and Total FC, who shocked Express FC.
Holders Kitara FC continue their title defense, while Vipers SC, URA FC, Rwenzori Lions, BUL FC, Blacks Power, Gaddafi FC, Kataka FC, KCCA FC, Police FC, Kaaro Karungi, Lugazi FC, and UPDF FC have also booked their spots.
Kitara FC is the defending champion after securing a 1-0 victory over NEC FC in last year’s final.
KCCA FC and Express FC still share the record for the most Uganda Cup titles, with ten each.
With a CAF Confederation Cup slot up for grabs, the battle for cup glory now intensifies as the remaining teams prepare for the Round of 16.
Round of 16 Teams
Blacks Power, URA FC, UPDF FC, Gaddafi FC, Kataka FC, SC Villa, Rwenzori Lions, Total FC, BUL FC, Kaaro Karungi, Vipers SC, Lugazi FC, Police FC, KCCA FC, Kitara FC, Maroons FC.
