We welcome BUL FC to the MTN Omondi Stadium in Lugogo this evening under the flood lights as we look to build momentum in the StarTimes Uganda Premier League.
With a new era beginning under head coach Kaddu Badru Mukasa, who makes his debut in the dugout following our mutual parting with Hussein Mbalangu earlier this week, the lads are eager to harness home advantage and extend our strong historical record against the Eastern Giants.
BUL FC arrive at MTN Omondi positioned 5th with 9 points from 5 games, having 2 wins and 3 draws. They’ve built their success on a rock-solid defense, conceding sparingly; only one goal in five games while scoring 5. However, facing NEC at home presents a stern test, especially given BUL’s record against us.What the Managers Say.
Kaddu Badru Mukasa, left media duties to his assistant, James Odoch as he settles in and Odoch has this to say, watch.
Team News
We are without several key players due to injury: Warren Bbule, Jacob Okao, Innocent Media, Cromwell Rwothomio, Muwanguzi Timothy and Daniel Shabena are all sidelined.
Facts and Stats
NEC FC are currently 11th in the StarTimes Uganda Premier League standings, looking to climb with a home win.In the last six meetings across all competitions, NEC have won twice, with four draws and no defeats for the diehards.NEC’s home form against BUL includes a memorable 2-0 Cup win in Lugogo, advancing us to the finals on aggregate.
May 7, 2025 (UPL): NEC 1-1 BUL
December 18, 2024 (UPL): BUL 1-1 NEC
May 4, 2024 (Stanbic Uganda Cup, second leg): NEC 2-0 BUL (NEC advance on aggregate)
April 28, 2024 (Stanbic Uganda Cup, first leg): BUL 1-1 NEC
April 24, 2024 (UPL): NEC 1-0 BUL
December 10, 2023 (UPL): BUL 1-1 NEC
That 2-0 home shutout in the Cup semis remains a blueprint for success at the MTN Omondi Stadium.
The game kicks-off at 8:00pm local time with broadcast on Sanyuka TV and FUFA TV.