The stage is officially set for the grand finale of the 51st edition of the Stanbic Uganda Cup, with the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) confirming that the prestigious match will take place on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at FUFA Stadium-Kadiba, kicking off under the floodlights at 6:00 PM. This announcement comes as four formidable clubs battle it out in the semi-final stage, each vying for a spot in Ugandan football history.
In an official communication dated May 14, 2025, FUFA’s Director of Competitions, Hajati Aisha Nalule, congratulated the semi-finalists for their spirited campaigns and informed them of the scheduled final date. The letter, dispatched by the FUFA Competitions Department, also emphasized that logistical details and further arrangements will be communicated to the finalists upon the completion of the second leg of the semi-finals.
Adding an intriguing twist to the tournament’s conclusion, second-placed Uganda Premier League (UPL) side NEC FC stands to gain continental qualification should league champions Vipers SC eliminate Kitara FC tomorrow and then go on to win the Stanbic Uganda Cup final. The first leg between Vipers SC and Kitara FC ended 1-0 in favor of Vipers. Meanwhile, KCCA FC is preparing to travel to Mbale to face Mbale Heroes, with the first leg at Philip Omondi Stadium concluding in a convincing 3-0 victory for KCCA.
The Stanbic Uganda Cup, Uganda’s oldest and most revered knockout football tournament, has consistently delivered drama, passion, and surprise results. With the 51st edition drawing to a close, anticipation is high for what promises to be a riveting final showdown at the newly renovated FUFA Stadium-Kadiba, a venue increasingly recognized for hosting high-profile fixtures.
Fans and stakeholders alike are bracing for a night of spectacle, where tactics, talent, and tenacity will converge under the Kadiba lights. FUFA has expressed optimism that the event will not only showcase elite footballing prowess but also reaffirm the tournament’s status as a cornerstone of Ugandan football culture.
As the countdown begins, the remaining clubs are expected to intensify their preparations, knowing that triumph in the Uganda Cup grants not just silverware but also a coveted ticket to continental football. With excitement mounting across the nation, all eyes are now fixed on Kadiba, where legends will be made and glory seized.
