Kitara FC head coach Wasswa Bbosa has declared that his aspect’s full consideration is now on the Stanbic Uganda Cup because the Royals put together for an important semi-final second leg showdown in opposition to Vipers SC on Friday night at St. Mary’s Stadium, Kitende.
The 2 sides head into the decisive encounter stage after a goalless draw within the first leg in Hoima, leaving the whole lot to play for within the return fixture.
Regardless of Kitara’s latest struggles within the league, Bbosa believes the Uganda Cup presents the proper alternative for his gamers to revive their season.
“Now we have not been at our greatest lately within the league, however our focus is now totally on the Stanbic Uganda Cup,” Bbosa mentioned forward of the conflict.
“It is not going to be a straightforward sport at their fortress, however we’re boosted by the return of our first-choice goalkeeper and are prepared to present our best possible.”
The veteran tactician additionally made it clear that the Royals are focusing on nothing wanting a spot within the ultimate.
“Our goal is obvious — to succeed in the ultimate and win it,” he added.
Kitara will, nevertheless, come up in opposition to one of many competitors’s most skilled and profitable sides. Vipers SC are the reigning Uganda Cup holders after defeating KCCA FC 2-0 in final 12 months’s ultimate at Kadiba Stadium.
The Venoms have lifted the trophy 4 occasions general, triumphing in 2016, 2020, 2023 and 2025, underlining their pedigree in knockout soccer.
Kitara, although, will take encouragement from their very own latest success within the competitors, having gained the Uganda Cup in 2024.
Friday’s encounter additionally carries reminiscences of heartbreak for the Royals, who had been eradicated by Vipers SC on the identical stage and venue final season.
The stakes stay delicately balanced heading into the conflict. Victory for both aspect ensures development to the ultimate, whereas one other goalless draw would pressure penalties. Any scoring draw, nevertheless, would see Kitara FC advance on the away targets rule.
