The Startimes Uganda Premier League match-day 23 was not exactly billed as the decisive moment that would determine this season’s winner. Despite that, all three title contenders in leaders URA, reigning champions Vipers and their pursuers Express were still not expected to find their weekend engagements as straight forward. In the end all three did with URA and Vipers recording identical 3-1 wins over Police and SC Villa, respectively, while.
Red Eagles clawing and flying again
Saturday April 03 2021
Summary
Wasswa replaced George Ssimwogerere, who was sacked on February 4, 2020. Since Bbosa’s first game in charge, a 2-1 win at home to Tooro United on February 20, Express have conceded just 10 goals in 19 Premier League games.
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By halfway last season, Express were good for 18 points in 15 games, scoring 20 goals and conceding 23. This season, they were wrestling for the top honours with 32 points, four less than leaders URA. With seven goals conceded, they have the meanest defence.
This is Express’ best performance at the halfway mark since the 2011/12 season when they won the league.