Kampala College had been left annoyed after being held to a 0-0 draw by YMCA Complete Institute within the first leg of their Pepsi College Soccer League semifinal at FUFA Stadium, Kadiba.
Coming into the competition with house benefit and higher expertise at this stage, KU had been anticipated to grab management of the tie. As an alternative, they discovered themselves repeatedly annoyed by a disciplined and well-organized YMCA aspect that executed their recreation plan to close perfection.
Clear-cut probabilities had been at a premium in a match dominated by cautious play and midfield battles. KU’s finest alternative fell to Mark Ebong within the first half, however his highly effective effort was brilliantly saved by goalkeeper Kelvin Ssenabulya, who ensured the guests stayed degree.
After the break, KU pushed ahead in the hunt for a breakthrough, however YMCA’s compact backline marshalled by captain Ratib Ramadan held agency beneath stress. The guests’ defensive resilience ensured they left Kampala with the tie finely balanced forward of the return leg.
KU head coach Vincent Tumusiime expressed disappointment at full time, admitting his aspect had not met expectations, however remained assured of a turnaround within the second leg.
The match ended on a regarding notice following a late collision between Gilbert Wanume and Jude Asiku, which compelled each gamers off for medical consideration and briefly halted play.
With the semifinal nonetheless broad open, focus now shifts to Buwambo, the place YMCA will host the decisive second leg. The winner on combination will advance to the ultimate to face both St. Lawrence College or Muteesa I Royal College.