David GOMBE
Vipers SC came from a goal down to beat BUL FC 2-1 at the St. Mary Stadium in Kitende on Saturday afternoon.
The Venoms returned to winning ways after their goalless stalemate with Express on Tuesday.
Karim Ndugwa had given the visitors an early lead with an exquiste strike.
Ndugwa’s goal was the first that the Venoms have conceded this season at their home ground.
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The Venoms rallied back through Milton Karisa and Cromwel Rwothomio goals.
Rwothomio’s goal was his first in the Vipers colours since his move from URA FC.
The forward missed another golden opportunity midway into the second half.
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Bright Anukani had his penalty saved early in the second half by BUL FC custodian Saidi Keni.
Victory sees, the Venoms close the gap on table leaders KCCA FC to two points. The reigning champions are now on 27 points and will next face Busoga United on Tuesday.
Meanwhile, BUL suffered their third defeat of the season and remain on 24 points. They next host Maroons FC on Wednesday.