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SC Volcanoes earned necessary three factors after defeating Kabale Metropolis FC 1–0 in a FUFA Western Regional League 2026 match performed at Kabale Municipal Stadium.

SC Volcanoes, also referred to as Mutolere SC, travelled to Kabale earlier within the day and arrived on the stadium at precisely 1:00 PM forward of the 4:00 PM scheduled kickoff.

From the opening minutes, SC Volcanoes confirmed early dominance and pushed Kabale Metropolis into their half of the pitch regardless of the hosts making an attempt a number of lengthy balls ahead.

Through the first half, Kabale Metropolis tried to seek out openings via assaults led by their captain Kada (shirt quantity 10), Paddy (shirt quantity 11), and striker Owanyi (shirt quantity 9). Nonetheless, the SC Volcanoes protection, marshalled by Alunna (shirt quantity 5) Bafana ( shirt quantity 3) and Derrick (shirt quantity 6), remained stable and denied Kabale Metropolis any clear probabilities heading in the right direction.

The sturdy defensive show ensured the primary half ended goalless.
Within the second half, SC Volcanoes elevated the tempo and maintained excessive ball possession whereas persevering with to seek for the breakthrough. Lengthy passes from defender Derrick (shirt quantity 6) connecting with Ronaldo (shirt quantity 7) and Sunny (shirt quantity 11) created a number of attacking alternatives.

Regardless of the stress, Kabale Metropolis goalkeeper Akankunda produced various spectacular saves to disclaim SC Volcanoes taking the lead because the guests missed a number of probabilities.

The turning level got here halfway via the second half when Alex Mandela was launched as an alternative, bringing contemporary power to the SC Volcanoes midfield and assault.

Within the 86th minute, Mandela Alex made the decisive influence when he opened the netting with headed aim from a nook kick to present SC Volcanoes a 1–0 lead, a aim that finally sealed the victory.

Talking after the match, the SC Volcanoes captain and match-day changer Alex Mandela, mentioned he was joyful to attain the hard-fought aim after coming off the bench.
He famous that he had missed the earlier match towards Kihihi as a consequence of sickness however was happy to return and contribute to the group’s victory.

He added that the membership stays dedicated to giving their finest as they proceed working in the direction of competing in larger nationwide leagues.

Coach Rukanga Clif, the Kabale metropolis fc Head coach counseled the group’s followers who attended the match, noting that their presence contributes to the expansion of soccer locally.

He described the match as aggressive and counseled his gamers for his or her willpower and energy.

The coach additionally referred to as on referees to stay honest {and professional} of their choices, emphasizing that equity is necessary for sustaining the integrity of soccer in Uganda.

Coach Cliff additionally added that the match marked Kabale Metropolis’s first recreation of the second spherical and praised his gamers for difficult league leaders SC Volcanoes till the ultimate minutes.

Regardless of the end result, he expressed confidence in his group, noting that Kabale Metropolis, at the moment fifth on the desk, will proceed working laborious in upcoming matches as they purpose to compete for promotion to Large league.

Nonetheless, SC Volcanoes head coach Patrick Ochan praised his gamers, teaching employees, and administration for securing one other necessary victory that retains the group on the prime of the desk.

Coach Ochan described the sport as very intense, noting that many gamers from each groups know one another nicely since they’ve beforehand performed soccer within the Kabale space, making the encounter really feel like a derby.

Regardless of the robust contest, he mentioned an important factor was securing the three factors.

Concerning accidents, the coach revealed a number of who picked the accidents are recovering, whereas April who was injured through the match towards Kihihi has now additionally returned to the squad with Babujji at the moment unavailable as a consequence of household issues, whereas others travelled residence however the remainder of the squad stays match and prepared for choice.

Coach Ochan additionally thanked the followers for his or her continued help, describing them because the group’s twelfth participant and urged them to maintain backing the membership.

He added that SC Volcanoes will proceed working laborious to attain optimistic outcomes and invited supporters to attend their subsequent match towards Asante Fc at Mashaka Playground subsequent Sunday at 4:00 PM in kisoro district.

As well as, SC Volcanoes president Dr. Martin Mbonye addressed the gamers after the match and congratulated the gamers, coaches, and administration for the hard-fought victory.
Dr. Mbonye praised the group’s willpower and dedication on the pitch and thanked the administration for the necessary work carried out behind the scenes to make sure the group stays nicely organized and aggressive.

He additionally counseled the teaching employees for constructing a robust and aggressive squad and inspired the group to proceed sustaining self-discipline and focus as they pursue larger success sooner or later.

In the meantime with the victory Volcanoes will proceed to steer the desk with 33 factors, whereas Kabale metropolis stays at 13 factors in line with desk standings.