Road to 2026 Masaza Cup Final Complete: Gomba to face Kyaggwe
David GOMBE
The road to the 2026 Masaza Cup final is complete after the climax of the semi-final stage on Sunday. The grand final will be a clash between record champions Gomba and Kyaggwe.
Gomba’s route:
The Gomba Lions booked their place after edging rivals Buddu 3-1 on aggregate in the quarter-finals, before producing a commanding performance to beat Butambala 3-0 on aggregate in the semi-finals. Butambala had earlier eliminated Busujju to reach the last four.
Kyaggwe’s route:
On the other side of the bracket, Kyaggwe saw off Mawogola 5-2 on aggregate in the quarters and then overcame Bugerere 1-0 over the two-legged semi-final to reach their second Masaza Cup final following the 2024 edition. Bugerere had reached the semi-finals after knocking out Kyaddondo.
It now sets up a highly anticipated final:
•Final: Gomba vs Kyaggwe
•Date: 31st October, 2026
•Venue: Muteesa II Stadium, Wankulukuku
Five-time champions Gomba will be chasing a record-extending sixth title, while Kyaggwe will be looking to reclaim glory in Buganda’s biggest football festival organized by the Kingdom of Buganda and proudly sponsored by Airtel Uganda.