By Joshua Kato
Matchday 8 of the StarTimes Uganda Premier League provided plenty of talking points on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, highlighted by high-scoring thrillers, tactical masterclasses and an emotional reunion on the touchline.
Ssimbwa Inspires Immediate Impact for URA FC
The headline story of the matchday unfolded at the Hamz Stadium, where veteran tactician Sam Ssimbwa began his second tenure as head coach of URA FC with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over UPDF FC.
Having returned to rescue the Tax Collectors’ campaign, Ssimbwa injected an immediate surge of fighting spirit into his squad.
The decisive moment arrived in the 62nd minute when a dangerous delivery forced UPDF defender Denis Sekitoleko into turning the ball into his own net. The crucial away win moves URA to 7 points from 8 outings, offering a much-needed morale boost as they look to climb out of the lower reaches of the table.
SC Villa Frustrated by Blacks Power
Giants SC Villa were held to a frustrating 0-0 stalemate by resilient new entrants Blacks Power FC. Despite dominating possession and creating several scoring opportunities at their home grounds, the Jogoo failed to unlock a stubborn Blacks Power defense that stood firm to claim a valuable point on the road.
Goal-Fest Galores: NEC Impresses & Express Involved in Thriller
NEC FC 5-1 Ntugasaze FC:
NEC put on an attacking masterclass to demolish Ntugasaze in a dominant five-goal display. Despite Jerome Otim giving Ntugasaze an early shock lead in the 3rd minute, NEC responded ferociously. Musa Ibrahim leveled in the 19th minute before a James Jarieko brace (45′, 72′) alongside goals from Fahad Bayo (67′) and Marvin Oshaba (88′) completed a comprehensive rout.
Express FC 2-2 Kataka FC:
Fans at Wankulukuku were treated to a captivating four-goal thriller. Express drew first blood early through Herber Asiimwe (3′), but Kataka fought back valiantly with goals from Ali Sentamu (23′) and Richard Lempani (44′) to take a lead into the break. Isaac Wagoina leveled matters for the Red Eagles in the 49th minute, capping off an intense, end-to-end encounter that ended honors even.
Police FC 3-1 Kigezi Homeboyz:
Police FC secured a comfortable 3-1 victory over Kigezi Homeboyz, spearheaded by Rogers Kiwanuka (28′) and a brilliant late brace from Ramsey Jemba (81′, 83′).
