The Red Eagles journey in the 51st edition of the Stanbic Uganda Cup comes to an end after a shocking defeat to minnows based in a refugee camp.
Regional side Total FC beat joint holders Express FC 1-0 to pull off one of the biggest upsets witnessed so far in the ongoing 2025 campaign.
The result from West Nile best describes the story of Goliath and David as seen from the Bible, highlighting the down fall of a giant.
Adinan Khemis first half goal in the 11th minute was the difference at Swinga Stadium, sending the visitors out of the Uganda Cup.
The disappointment comes few days after losing to their strongest rivals SC Villa in the Kampala derby on match 17 of the Startimes Uganda Premier.
For Total FC, they extend their fairytale run in the competition, full of pride and possibly could earn the giant killer name.
In the round of 64, Juma Yusuf’s charges dumped out (2-0) a former Uganda Premier League side, Arua Hill SC at the same venue.
A historic day in Yumbe, Express FC is the first top-flight club from the Uganda Premier League that has played in the Bidibidi Refugee settlement area.
Action in the Uganda Cup continues to unfold on Thursday. Vipers SC welcome Mbarara City in Kitende, Kaaro Karungi host Busia Young Stars while holders Kitara visit CATDA FC.
Round of 32 Result
Total FC 1-0 Express FC
Regional side Total FC advance to the Round of 16
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