Buleemezi outwit Busiro to win Masaza Cup

Oct 26, 2019

Champions Bulemeezi looked superior throughout the game in terms of attacking, ball possession as they managed to grab an extra-time goal to win Buganda's prestigious football tournament.

The Kabaka of Buganda Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II hands over the trophy. PHOTOS: Dickson Kulumba and Patricia Turyahebwa

Airtel Masaza Cup final

Busiro 0 Bulemeezi 1

Third place play

Buddu 1 Kyadondo

Midfielder Emmanuel Loki's teasing shot in the 100th minute of the first half of extra time was enough to deny Busiro her first Airtel Masaza cup trophy and on the other hand, gifting Bulemeezi her second trophy from three finals they have played.

Saturday's final at Mandela National Stadium Namboole was graced by the Kabaka of Buganda his Majesty Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II, Katikiro, Prince David Kintu Wasajja, Prince Dr. Kasim Nakibinge and ministers from Mengo government and other dignitaries.

Bulemeezi players celebrate after winning the trophy

The Kabaka waits to hand over medals and the trophy

Champions Bulemeezi looked superior throughout the game in terms of attacking, ball possession as they managed to grab an extra-time goal to win Buganda's prestigious football tournament.

The condition of the pitch was not the best given that it rained in the mid-morning hours. However, that still did not stop the players from showing their skills in the entire game.

Bulemeezi as champions walked home with a trophy, gold medals and Cash prize of shs12m.

Coach Simon Peter Mugerwa of Bulemeezi, attributed his team's success to hard work and the determination of his players throughout the campaign.

"We worked together, the unity in the camp played a big role in reaching the final and winning the title as well," Mugerwa noted.

Busiro who were appearing for the first time in the final and runners up of the day took home a cash prize of sh9m and silver medals.

The trophy

Bulemeezi players celebrate their win

Kyadondo earlier in the mid-morning clash for the third-place finish, defeated Buddu by 2-1 and pocketed shs7m and bronze medals.

Goals for Kyadondo were scored by Masagazi Masazi and Jacob Draleleke while Edward Matovu scored for Buddu.

Quarter-finalists, Ssese County were voted as the most disciplined team and received a set of a new jersey.

Bulemeezi captain, Ronald Ssekiganda was awarded the most valuable player of the tournament (MVP) award and a special cash envelope.

Fans outside the stadium before the game

Fans take selfies as they wait for the game

The top scorer award went to Denis Mwemezi of Ssese County who scored 7 goals.

Buganda Youth and sports minister Henry Ssekabembe Kiberu appreciated the fans for turning up in big numbers and also congratulated the champions Bulemeezi.