NEC FC bounced back to winning ways after they recorded a 2-0 victory over newbies Mbale Heroes FC on matchday 25 of the Startimes Uganda Premier League.
James Jarieko and fCromwell Rwothomio scored in either half under the lights at MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo to keep the die-hards with in a touching distance at the top.
Mbalangu’s side cautious not to stumble again in the race for glory, commenced the contest on a high, looking like men on a mission and asking a lot of questions.
NEC finally broke the deadlock midway the first stanza after sustained pressure, James Jarieko heading home from a well taken corner kick by Isma Kawawulo.
Coming back from the recess, the visitors could not cope with hosts’ aggressive approach and found themselves conceding yet again in the 49th minute.
Cromwell Rwothomio in a dangerous territory, looped Heroes goalkeeper Mabuya Simon to make it 2-0, sealing NEC’s 16th victory of the campaign.
With the success on Friday night, NEC FC moved on 54 points, 5 below of leaders Vipers SC who had earlier pipped Maroons FC in Luzira courtesy of Allan Okello’s 47th minute strike from the spot.
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