KCCA FC playing host to newbies Police FC, continued to cement their dominance over the Cops with yet another win on match day 26 of the Startimes Uganda Premier League.
A confrontation highlighted by caretakers at both ends, ended 2-1 in favor of the Kasasiro Boys under the floodlights at MTN Omondi Stadium on Tuesday evening.
KCCA wasted no time in finding the breakthrough, with Shafik Nana Kwikiriza opening the scoring early in the 7th minute, thanks to Emmanuel Anyama’s assist.
The visitors were dealt with an injury blow, South Sudanese Emmanuel Loki paving way for Reagen Male nine minutes later after the concession.
Police restored parity in the 25th minute, a composed Umaru Kasumba converted his penalty, beating goalkeeper Anthony Emojong from the 18-yards.
The opening half ended in a 1-1 stalemate, requiring each team to return with a more much improved approach in quest for maximum points and pride between the cooperation bodies.
KCCA sealed the contest in the 71st minute, Usama Arafat restoring their lead to hand the hosts a second consecutive win under interim head coach Jackson Magera.
Police’s hopes to mount a comeback were completely erased towards the end when custodian Mathias Muwanga was sent off for a second bookable offence with four minutes remaining on the clock.
Following the postive result at home, KCCA FC moved in the fifth place on 40 points in the Standings, while travelers Police FC remained on 30, two spots above the relegation zone.
