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Another combination between Poloto and Hassan in the 20th-minute almost broke the deadlock but the latter s effort flew over the bar. Joseph Ssenyonjo and Sadat Anaku engineered a build up in the 26th minute but the low drive by Anaku went out as KCCA were more dominant than Nyamityobora.
Ssenyonjo, after receiving a pass from Anaku, attempted to head home but his effort hit the crossbar as KCCA could not get the goal with another fine chance in the 31st minute.
Both Poloto and Anaku attempted long-range shots in the 40th and in the 50th minutes respectively but all efforts went off target for the Kassiro Boys. Morely Byekwaso made a first change in the 75th minute as he withdrew Anaku for Charles Lwanga.
However, they failed to get their way past the Fufa Big League side who played with composure and belief. They were cautious in approach and ensured the ball was cleared from dangerous areas.
In the 37th minute, the Jogoo were caught in a counter-attack and George Akena managed to cross the ball to Ssali. The latter tapped the ball into the back of the net to ensure his team went on the break with a slim lead.
In the 65th minute, the hosts were dealt a blow when Nicholas Luzige received his marching orders.
Despite playing for more than 25 minutes with a man less, Ndejje maintained their defensive discipline to carry an advantage ahead of the second leg.