David GOMBE
Four teams have so far progressed to the Quarterfinal stage of the 2023 Mutalaga Christmas Cup.
Holders South Africa beat Young Lions 2-1 in the round of 16 tie on Friday to progress to the Quarterfinal stage.
Hot Stars needed a 5-4 shootout win to eliminate Zzana Mixed after 1-1 normal time stalemate in the round of 16.
DC United cruised to the last eight after a 2-1 victory over Lweza Boys, thanks to goals from Emmanuel Mawa and Hudson Mbalire while Jonathan Katumba netted Lweza Boys’ consolation.
Kibalaza FC thrashed Umaru Bajaj 3-0 to seal a place into the Quarterfinal. Suleiman Ssentongo, Jerome Matata and Messy Nsereko scored the three goals for Kibalaza.
Action will resume today as Sunday Special takes on Apple Seed in the round of 16 contest.
The tournament is fully sponsored by Mzee Mutalaga Frank who was also supportive in Bulemeezi’s Masaza Cup triumph this year.