Uganda, seeking redemption and a strong start in the Victoria Cup, displayed an impressive performance by securing a 30-8 win against Zambia at the Kings Park Arena in Bweyogerere.
Coach Fred Mudoola strategically introduced debutantes Timothy Kisiga and Shakim Ssembusi, a move that added vigor to the team’s dynamics and left a positive impact on both the fans and players.
Match Highlights:
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Opening Move | Captain Ivan Magomu initiated the scoring with a penalty, setting the tone for Uganda’s assertiveness. |
| Leveling Response | Zambia responded with a penalty, briefly equalizing the score at 3-3, capitalizing on a physical advantage. |
| Strategic Play | Magomu’s tactical kicks propelled Uganda to a 6-3 lead, demonstrating their prowess in strategic maneuvers. |
| Debutant Brilliance | Debutante Shakim Ssembusi’s precise pass led to Eric Mulamula’s try, solidifying Uganda’s lead at 13-3. |
| First-Half Closure | Timothy Kisiga contributed with a well-executed try, concluding the first half with an 18-3 lead for Uganda. |
Second-Half Momentum:
Uganda continued their dominance in the second half, with Mark Omoding scoring an early try, extending their lead to 23-3. Despite Zambia’s resilient efforts resulting in a try, Uganda maintained control, securing a penalty try that concluded the game at 30-8.
Post-Match Reflections:
Captain Ivan Magomu expressed satisfaction with the team’s performance, acknowledging a slow start but commending the players for their spirited comeback.
“First of all, I would like to thank the boys for the spirited performance they put up. We started a bit slow but we picked up,” said Magomu.
Zambia Captain Ali Bhika acknowledged the challenges faced and emphasized the learning opportunities for his team.
“It’s not a score line that we wanted, but it is upon us to see where we fell short and correct those errors,” said Zambia captain Ali Bhika.
