Ntungamo: Kakore FC emerged victorious in the one-day Mbaziira Cup 2026 tournament held at Bwongyera Girls Playground in Nyamunuka Town Council, Ntungamo District, after defeating Rwamabondo FC 2-0 in the final.
The tournament, organized by Mbaziira Nawabu, manager of Savana FC, attracted several local teams and football enthusiasts, showcasing competitive and entertaining matches throughout the day.
In the semifinal stage, Kakore FC secured their place in the final with a convincing 3-0 win over Savana FC. Rwamabondo FC also advanced after edging past Entebbe Road FC in a closely contested match that ended 3-2.
Earlier, in the third-place playoff (losers’ match), Entebbe Road FC defeated Savana FC in a penalty shootout, winning 3-2 after a thrilling 3-3 draw in normal time.
At the close of the tournament, Kakore FC was awarded a trophy and a cash prize of UGX 500,000 for emerging champions. Rwamabondo FC, the runners-up, received a goat valued at UGX 250,000. Entebbe FC, who finished third, walked away with two footballs and UGX 50,000, while the fourth-placed team received one football and UGX 50,000.
While addressing participants and spectators after the matches, the tournament organizer Mbaziira Nawabu emphasized the importance of sports in promoting unity and talent development among the youth in the area.
The guest of honor, Katafa Yassin Byamukama, Speaker of Nyamunuka Town Council and Mayor-elect, commended the organizer for the initiative and encouraged young people to actively participate in sports as a way of building discipline and creating future opportunities.
The event was attended by several dignitaries, including God Kabanza Muhumuza, the Chairperson of the club, and Dagarous Muhangazi, among others.
