The 52nd Stanbic Uganda Cup round of 16 delivered emphatic results as Kitara FC headlined the action with a commanding victory to seal their place in the last eight.
Nicknamed “The Royals,” Kitara produced a ruthless display, dismantling Bunyaruguru United 6-0 at Royals Park in Butema on Wednesday, March 18, 2026. The hosts asserted dominance early, with Gadafi Wahab converting from the penalty spot before Jimmy Kalema and Samuel Kato Nemeyimana extended the lead in the first half.
The second period offered no respite for Bunyaruguru, as Benjamin Nyakoojo, George Ssenkaaba, and Living Kabon completed the rout in style. The 2023 champions under coach Wasswa Bbosa now look firmly on course for another deep run in the competition.
Elsewhere, NEC FC secured a comfortable 2-0 win over Lugazi FC at the MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo. Gideon Odongo opened the scoring before January signing Samuel Ssekamatte Kayongo sealed the result, ensuring NEC’s progression.
At the same venue, KCCA FC put on an attacking masterclass under the floodlights, thrashing Onduparaka FC 5-0. Emmanuel Anyama struck twice, while Saidi Mayanja, Alex Yiga, and Sammy Tebandeke all found the net to complete a dominant performance for the Kasasiro Boys.
In Kassanda, third-division outfit Happy Boyz Kagaba FC continued their fairytale run, edging Six O’Clock FC 5-4 in a tense penalty shootout. The tie had ended goalless in normal time, but Kagaba held their nerve from the spot to book a historic quarterfinal berth.
The final quarterfinal slot will be determined before the official draw conducted by the FUFA Competitions Department.
With places in the semifinals at stake and continental qualification on the line, the stakes continue to rise. The eventual winner of the Uganda Cup will secure a coveted slot in the CAF Confederation Cup, adding further intensity to an already thrilling competition.
