An early goal from Ronald Otti in the 6th minute secured BUL FC’s slot in the round of 16 as they hosted SC Villa at the FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.
Otti powered home in the 6th minute after SC Villa failed to deal with Ibra Mugulusi’s corner.
SC Villa thought they had levelled matters when Charles Bbale tapped in after Joseph Kafumbe had initially rattled the post but the goal was ruled out for offside.
Earlier, Walter Ochora also had a goal ruled out for offside, but Alex Isabirye will not care after another strong performance from his Boys
In the last edition, SC Villa were eliminated by BUL FC during the quarter-finals after Ibrahim Nsimbe scored an extra time winner.
It’s strong to note that BUL eliminated SC Villa in last year’s quarterfinals before going all the way to lift their first ever title.
Then, Ibrahim Nsimbe scored an extra-time winner as BUL FC came from down to beat the Jogoos then.
Saddam Masereka had put SC Villa in the lead just after 15 minutes before Karim Ndugwa headed in the equaliser.
SC Villa’s wait for their 10th Uganda Cup title will wait for another year having won the ninth back in 2015.
It’s the second time that BUL has beaten SC Villa this season having also claimed a 1-0 win in the League.
Then, Richard Wandyaka scored the only goal of the game in October last year.
BUL who knocked out Sparks, with Hilary Onek scoring the only goal of the game, in a game played at Kirondo Playgrounds in Mukono, will wait for their next Round of 16 opponent.
Kampala Regional League side Kisugu United today eliminated Paidha Black Angles, a team that plays in the West Nile Regional League. The match ended 4-3 after spot kicks where taken.
A first half goal from Kisugu United’s Bob Matovu was canceled out by Muber Jimmy in the 83rd minute.
Friday, February 17 2023 results:
BUL FC 1-0 SC Villa
Kisugu United (5)1-1(4) Paidha Blacks Angels
