Express and Mbarara City Struggle to Turn Season Around in Crucial Clash

Red Eagles and Ankole Lions Locked in Tight Battle

Express FC, the seven-time champions, find themselves in a precarious position after securing just two points from their first six matches of the season. Despite the bleak start, the team enters their clash against Mbarara City with renewed confidence following a clean sheet in their last game against BUL. The match, set for Wednesday, November 5, 2025, will take place at Hamz Stadium, Nakivubo, kick-off at 8 PM, as both sides seek to reverse their fortunes.

Early-Season Struggles for Both Teams

Express FC’s lone victory this season came on the opening day with a 1-0 win over UPDF, while Mbarara City remains winless in five games played, sitting in the relegation zone with only two points. The hosts, currently ranked 10th in the league table, must secure a win to climb out of the lower half, while Mbarara City looks to avoid further setbacks after consecutive losses to Kitara and NEC.

Players to Watch

Express FC will focus on Henry Kitegenyi, their key striker, while Mbarara City’s Richard Basangwa is expected to be a focal point for the visitors. The match comes as part of a busy schedule for the league, with other fixtures scheduled across the week, including URA’s visit to Maroons on the same day and high-profile encounters between UPDF vs Police, SC Villa vs Kitara, and Vipers SC vs KCCA.

Upcoming Fixtures

On Thursday, November 6, UPDF will host Police at Bombo Barracks Ground, and SC Villa faces Kitara at Fufa Stadium, Kadiba. The following day, Friday, November 7, sees Calvary take on Entebbe UPPC in Yumbe, while Vipers SC and KCCA meet at St. Mary’s Stadium, Kitende. The weekend wraps up with Lugazi vs Buhimba United Saints on Saturday, November 8, and NEC vs BUL at MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo.

As the November fixtures intensify, both Express FC and Mbarara City must seize the opportunity to break their winless streaks and avoid further drops in the standings. The outcome of this match could prove decisive for both teams’ campaigns in the 2025 season.