Excitement builds for North East Regional League kickoff

The long-awaited kickoff of the 2024/25 North East Regional League is set for Saturday, October 26, 2024, and football enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating the action-packed matches.

According to John Odongo, the North East regional chairperson, the league will run until January 2025 for the first-round break. This season, the competition has welcomed 10 new teams, all vying for promotion to Uganda's second-tier men's football league, the Big League.

Among the new teams are Awaliwal FC, Kigandani FC, Nyero Rock Stars, Ogongora FC, Usuk United, Kajamaka Black Stars, Koena FC, Obule Earthquake, Tapo FC, and Otuboi FC. Odongo believes that these fresh additions will inject new energy into the league, with clubs ready to showcase their talent and compete fiercely for promotion.

North East regional clubs preparing for the upcoming league games. Photos by Gabriel Esiku

Reflecting on last season, Tubur United and MYDA FC were the standout teams in the Kyoga and Bisina groups, respectively. MYDA FC ultimately claimed the 2023/24 North East Regional League title with an impressive 4-0 win over Tubur United in the playoffs at Tegers SS Playground in Kapchorwa District.

As the new season begins, fans can expect thrilling matches, intense competition, and memorable moments as teams battle for success. The league continues to serve as a platform for emerging talent, while also allowing seasoned players to shine as they pursue their footballing dreams.

Tubur United FC will begin their season with an away fixture against Nyero Rock Stars FC in Nyero Town Council, Kumi District.

Match Day One Fixtures 

BISINA GROUP

Ateker FC vs Kadengel FC

Kajamaka Black Clan vs Tepa FC

Koena Leopards FC vs Tapo FC

Kumi United vs Otuboi FC

Ngora rock stars FC vs Omaditok

Ngora town council vs Odwarat FC

KYOGA GROUP

Awaliwal FC vs Junior Eagles FC

Kigandani united FC vs Usuk United FC

Nyero rock stars vs Tubur united FC

Ojama white city FC vs Tita sporting club

Ogongora FC vs Soroti thunders FC

Orungo FC vs Adacar St Peters FC