Busoga Province and Longo Province Secure Final Berths in Thrilling FUFA Drum Showdown

By Producer Jocker

January 28, 2024

In a spectacular display of football prowess, Busoga Province and Longo Province emerged victorious in the FUFA Drum 2023 semifinals, earning their spots in the highly anticipated final.

Busoga Province Triumphs Over Teso Province: Busoga Province asserted their dominance as they convincingly thrashed Teso Province with a 1-0 victory in the second leg, securing a commanding 3-1 aggregate win. The showdown took place at Kamuli Institute ground in Kamuli, where football enthusiasts witnessed a stellar performance from Busoga Province. The FUFA president, Moses Mangogo Hassim, graced the occasion at Kamuli Institute, applauding the powerhouses for their remarkable display.

Longo Province Edges Out West Nile Province in Hard-Fought Battle: Meanwhile, Longo Province faced a formidable challenge against West Nile Province at Green Light Stadium in Arua. In a hard-fought contest, Longo Province emerged triumphant with a 1-0 victory in the second leg, securing a 2-1 aggregate win. The match showcased the resilience and skill of both teams, with Longo Province ultimately earning their place in the final.

FUFA Drum Results – Sunday, January 28, 2024:

• Busoga Province 1-0 Teso Province (Aggregate 3-1)
• West Nile Province 1-0 Longo Province (Aggregate 1-2)

The defending champions, West Nile Province, made strategic changes to their lineup, but Longo Province’s determination proved to be a deciding factor in the closely contested match.

Lineups: West Nile Province XI: (18) Angufinru Norman (Gk), (16) Atendele Geriga, (11) Okocha Rashid, (4) Vuni Bright, (12) Baiga Partrick, (6) Mandela Nelson, (15) Leku Alfred, (13) Yakin Rashid, (9) Shaban Muhammrd, (10) Gaddafi Wahab (c), (17) Rwethomio Cromwell.

Longo Province XI: (1) Tonny Kyamera (Gk), (12) Jacob Okao, (3) Emmanuel Obua, (14) John Paul Achire, (16) Musa Ramadan (c), (6) Franco Onen, (10) Darius Ojok, (4) Isaac Okello, (9) Denis Omedi, (8) Innocent Maduka, (7) Moses Aliro.

With Busoga Province and Longo Province securing their places in the FUFA Drum final, football enthusiasts eagerly await the thrilling showdown to determine the 2023 champion.