Kitara FC vs. Soltilo Bright Stars FC: Match Preview

Kitara FC hosts Soltilo Bright Stars FC in their final fixture of the first round in the StarTimes Uganda Premier League, looking to settle past scores and solidify their position in the league standings. The Royals, currently 9th on the table with 22 points, have an opportunity to climb to 5th place with a win.

Meanwhile, Bright Stars, who sit second from the bottom, will be hoping to secure a rare away victory.

Head-to-Head & Previous Encounters

Kitara FC’s last visit to Kavumba in November 2024 ended in disappointment, with a narrow 1-0 defeat, courtesy of a Nelson Ssenkatuka strike. Looking further back to the 2023/24 campaign, Bright Stars dashed Kitara’s league title hopes with another 1-0 win in Kavumba, making this fixture a must-win for the Royals.

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Kitara FC’s Last 5 Matches:

Maroons 0-4 Kitara

Kitara 7-0 Express

Wakiso Giants 0-0 Kitara

Kitara 1-0 SC Villa

UPDF FC 0-0 Kitara

Kitara FC has been in solid form, particularly defensively, keeping clean sheets in their last eight matches. Their attack has also been impressive, highlighted by a commanding 7-0 win over Express FC.

Bright Stars FC’s Last 5 Matches:

NEC 1-0 Bright Stars

Bright Stars 2-1 UPDF

Express 2-1 Bright Stars

Bright Stars 1-1 Lugazi FC

Maroons 1-1 Bright Stars

Bright Stars have struggled on the road, failing to win an away game all season. Their last victory came in December at home against UPDF FC.

Tactical Analysis & Key Players

Kitara FC will rely on their rock-solid defense and lethal attack. Coach Wasswa Bbosa’s tactics have yielded impressive results, particularly at home. The return of forwards Rogers Mugisha and Titus Ssematimba adds more firepower to the squad, although they will miss key striker Fred Amaku, who sustained a muscle injury.

Bright Stars FC have shown resilience in recent games, averaging a goal per match in their last four outings. Defender Warren Buule has been instrumental, scoring a crucial equalizer against Maroons. However, their away form remains a major concern, and they will need to break Kitara’s defensive fortress to get a result.

Match Expectations & Prediction

Kitara FC enters this match as clear favorites, given their recent form and strong defensive record. The Royals will be eager to avenge past defeats against Bright Stars, and with the home advantage, they are expected to dominate proceedings.

On the other hand, Bright Stars will be desperate for points as they fight to climb out of the relegation zone. Their ability to score in recent matches gives them a fighting chance, but they will need a near-perfect performance to upset Kitara FC.

Prediction: Kitara FC 2-0 Bright Stars FC