David GOMBE
URA FC beat Express FC 1-0 in a Uganda Premier league contest at Nakisunga Ssaza Grounds on Sunday.
Nicholas Kabonge second half goal was enough to inspire the tax collectors to maximum points over the Red Eagles.
Kabonge fired Sam Timbe’s side into the lead in the 66th minute after being fed by Saidi Kyeyune.
Isma Kawawulo came close to levelling matters for Express but his effort hit the woodwork.
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Joseph Akandwanaho who came on as a second half substitute also a decent chance to score an equalizer for Express but his shot went inches wide.
The Red Eagles also had their skipper Isa Lumu stretchered off following a collision with forward Alfred Leku.
URA FC who registered back to back league wins for the first time this season will next visit BUL FC on March 4th.
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Express FC are now winless in their last nine games and have just scored twice in their previous seven games.
The Red Eagles will next host arch rivals SC Villa on Sunday, 4th March at the Muteesa II Stadium in Wankulukuku.