KCCA FC ended an eight-year trophy drought on Tuesday, edging NEC FC 1-0 in a tense FUFA Super 8 final at the Hamz Stadium, Nakivubo. Saidi Mayanja’s first-half penalty proved to be the decisive stroke in a highly contested affair, handing the Kasasiro Boys early-season silverware and bragging rights.
The game’s turning point arrived in the 35th minute under controversial circumstances. Just two minutes after NEC’s Richard Basangwa squandered a golden chance by heading wide, referee Daniel Shabene made contact with Yunus Sibira inside the 18-yard box, prompting him to point to the penalty spot—a call that left NEC’s Die Hards furious.
Mayanja remained unfazed by the heated protests, stepping up to powerfully drill his spot-kick past NEC custodian Hannington Ssebwalunyo to give KCCA the lead. NEC pushed aggressively for an equalizer after the break, but KCCA’s defense held resolute.
With six minutes remaining, KCCA goalkeeper Mutwalibi Mugolofa produced the game’s defining defensive moment, diving to palm away Enrique Lubwama’s blistering long-range effort and preserve the victory. KCCA now boasts first silverware of the 2026 season.
The debate in Kampala centers on whether the referee’s penalty decision was fair. NEC fans argue Basangwa’s header was a clear scoring chance, while KCCA supporters celebrate their first FUFA Super 8 title in eight years.
Key facts:
- Score: KCCA 1-0 NEC
- Venue: Hamz Stadium, Nakivubo
- Competition: 2026 FUFA Super 8
- Goalscorer: Saidi Mayanja (penalty)
Source: Kawowo Sports
