David GOMBE
Matia Lule will kick start his Police FC reign against Mbarara City FC on Thursday at Kavumba .
The former KCCA FC, Proline and Express FC coach replaced Simon Peter Mugerwa who was relieved of his duties last week due to a poor string of results.
Lule will be desperate to begin his tenure with maximum points since his side is just five points above the red zone.
“The response has been good and I believe we have the player that can help the team move from relegation battle. We face a side also desperate for results and they have one of the best tactical coaches but we are ready and I believe we shall win.” Lule told the media
Mbarara City are winless in six games and have a decent record over the Cops having won six matches, lost two and drawn three in their previous eleven meetings.
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Police will be without Herman Wasswa who is still on the compassionate leave following the death of his father while Daniel Otto is not yet fit having resumed training.
Brian Obedi is also out with a back injury while Ivan Eyamu will miss the game due to family issues.
The Ankole Lions will be boosted by the return of their skipper Edward Namasa who served his one match suspension in the defeat to URA FC. Henry Kitegenyi is ruled out since is handling family matters while Idris Kalembo will miss the game due to malaria.
Both sides played out to a goalless draw in their previous league meeting.
Head to Head
2019/20
Police 0-0 Mbarara
Mbarara 1-0 Police
2021/22
Police 3-1 Mbarara
Mbarara 1-0 Police
2022/23
Police 0-0 Mbarara
Mbarara 3-0 Police
2024/25
Mbarara 0-0 Police
Police vs Mbarara (April 10)
