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David GOMBE

Vipers SC’s Stanbic Uganda cup defence in bother after they journey to Hoima to face Kitara within the first leg of the Stanbic Uganda Cup semi-final at Royals Park in Butema.

The 2 sides are looking for first leg benefit forward of the return leg that’s scheduled in two weeks time at Kitende.

Vipers are unbeaten on the pitch this time period with their solely defeat coming within the boardroom towards as we speak’s opponents Kitara.

The Venoms come into this contest prime of the league desk and 5 above Kitara FC.

The newest assembly between the 2 sides resulted in a goalless stalemate at Kitende.

Kitara assistant coach Wasswa Bbosa believes house benefit might be key for his facet.

“They’re probably the greatest sides within the division however we’ve ready properly and certain we will get consequence,” mentioned Bbosa.

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Defenders Murushid Jjuuko and Isa Lumu who missed Kitara’s victory over SC Villa are within the squad and more likely to begin.

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This might be 4th assembly between the 2 sides within the Stanbic Uganda Cup. Kitara overcame Vipers on penalties throughout the quarterfinal stage Masindi in 2024. The 2 sides had shared spoils in a 2-2 attract regular time and further time, the Royals went all the way in which to Stanbic Uganda Cup triumph final very yr.

Vipers beat Kitara 1-0 house and away on the semifinal stage and went on to win the trophy with the 2-0 victory over KCCA FC within the closing.