NEC FC Bugolobi 1–4 SC Villa | Uganda Premier League
21 May 2026 – Kampala, Uganda

SC Villa delivered a commanding performance at the MTN Omondi Stadium on Thursday night, dismantling hosts NEC FC Bugolobi with a 4–1 victory that underlined their title credentials in the Uganda Premier League. The win propelled the Jogoos back into the top three, while the home side were left to rue defensive lapses in a contest they had started brightly.

Match Overview

From the opening whistle, NEC FC Bugolobi pressed high and looked the more aggressive side, but SC Villa's clinical finishing proved the difference. The Jogoos struck twice in the first half through strikes from Muzamiru Mutyaba and Viane Sekajugo, before a second-half blitz sealed the result. NEC's consolation goal came through a well-taken penalty, but Villa's relentless attacking ensured the points went back to Wankulukuku.

Key Moments

• 8' – NEC's early pressure yields nothing: The home side forced two early corners, but Villa's defense, marshalled by captain Timothy Awany, held firm.
• 23' – Mutyaba opens the scoring: A swift counter-attack saw Charles Lwanga slip a through ball to Mutyaba, who slotted low past NEC goalkeeper Joel Mutakubwa.
• 41' – Sekajugo doubles the lead: A defensive mix‑up allowed Sekajugo to steal in and fire home from 12 yards, giving Villa a 2–0 advantage at the break.
• 56' – NEC pull one back: A handball in the box gave NEC a penalty, which was calmly converted by Moses Waiswa.
• 68' – Villa restore the two‑goal cushion: Substitute Isaac Kirabira headed home from a corner, stretching the lead to 3–1.
• 79' – Lwanga puts the game to bed: A curling effort from the edge of the box by Lwanga made it 4–1, sealing Villa’s biggest away win of the season.

Tactical Story

NEC FC Bugolobi started with a 4‑4‑2 shape and tried to exploit the flanks, but Villa’s mid‑block compressed space effectively. Once Villa took the lead, they dropped into a compact 4‑1‑4‑1, forcing NEC to play in front of them. The Jogoos’ quick transitions—especially through Lwanga and Mutyaba—exposed NEC’s high defensive line repeatedly.

Standout Players

• Charles Lwanga (SC Villa): Two assists and a goal. The midfielder controlled the tempo and was the creative hub for all four goals.
• Viane Sekajugo (SC Villa): A constant menace down the left, scoring one and winning the corner that led to the third goal.
• Muzamiru Mutyaba (SC Villa): Opened the scoring and was involved in the build‑up play throughout his 70‑minute shift.
• Moses Waiswa (NEC FC Bugolobi): Scored the penalty and was the only NEC player to consistently trouble Villa’s defence.

Table Impact

The result lifted SC Villa to third place, now on 42 points, just two behind leaders Vipers SC. NEC FC Bugolobi, still in the relegation conversation, dropped to 13th after their fourth loss in six matches. With six games remaining, the Jogoos have momentum, while the hosts need a rapid turnaround to avoid a scrap at the bottom.