The 2025/26 StarTimes Uganda Premier League is experiencing a surge in participant motivation following the profitable institution of the Man of the Match token initiative.

This program constantly offers the highest performer in each league fixture with a Shs100,000 monetary reward. The initiative’s aim is to encourage heightened requirements of play, intense competitors, and recognition of effort on the sector.

The award is valued by gamers not merely for the cash however as a logo of appreciation, professionalism, and perception of their particular person contributions.​This system is a key a part of FUFA’s ongoing efforts to carry participant morale, promote excellence, and sharpen the aggressive fringe of the top-flight league. FUFA Communications Director Ahmed Hussein said that the venture, supported by a partnership with World Planet Communications Restricted, has already registered success, with all coated matchdays seeing immediate rewarding of winners.​Hussein emphasised the non-monetary worth: ‘For the gamers, it’s not simply in regards to the cash. It’s about understanding that their efforts are recognised and valued. They aren’t simply enjoying for the love of the sport. They’re enjoying for his or her households, communities, and the longer term,’ he famous.​The consequences are evident, as demonstrated by URA FC winger Moses Aliro Okabo, acknowledged for his position within the group’s 3-2 victory over UPDF FC on Matchday 5. Aliro commented, “It is a nice transfer by FUFA and UPL. It reveals that our efforts are seen and appreciated. As gamers, it motivates us to work even more durable and keep constant in each recreation.” Fellow URA participant Justine Opiro, Man of the Match within the 0-0 draw towards Lugazi FC, confirmed that the initiative efficiently offers gamers with “one thing further to play for.”