Kyaggwe won their first-ever Buganda Masaza Cup title after edging record champions Gomba 1-0 in Saturday’s final at Muteesa II Stadium, Wankulukuku.
Substitute George Isingoma Kato scored the decisive goal in the second half to hand Kyaggwe the historic victory in front of thousands of fans.
Isingoma beat Gomba goalkeeper at the near post inside the final quarter before Ronald Ssali’s side held on to secure the title.
The victory marked Kyaggwe’s first triumph in the competition since its restoration in 2004, while Gomba suffered defeat in their 10th final.
Kyaggwe received Shs25 million, a trophy and gold medals, while Gomba took home Shs22 million.
Earlier, Butambala defeated Bugerere 1-0 to finish third. Dathan Mubiru scored the winning goal in the 82nd minute.
Gomba striker Meddie Kasule won the Golden Boot with six goals, while Kyaggwe’s Godfrey Arijole was named Most Valuable Player.
Herbert Masaba of Mawogola won the Best Goalkeeper award, while Butambala claimed both the Fair Play and Most Improved Team awards.
Bugerere’s Owek. Samuel Ssemugoma was recognised as the Ssaza chief who attended the most matches.
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