SC Villa Seek Return to Summit but Face Tricky Maroons Test at Luzira

Saturday, December 6, 2025 — Prisons Grounds, Luzira (4 PM)

SC Villa travel to Luzira this afternoon knowing that a single point will be enough to push them back to the summit of the Uganda Premier League table. However, standing in their way is their familiar stumbling block—Maroons FC, a side that has caused them countless problems over the years.

The Jogoos, who sit on 17 points, are currently joint-top with Vipers SC, KCCA FC, and Police FC, but their superior goal difference means even a draw sends them ahead. Still, head coach Zeljko Kovacevic will not be settling for less than maximum points as he chases momentum in an increasingly congested title race.

Villa Look to Rebound After Vipers Draw

SC Villa’s impressive five-match winning streak came to a halt in their previous league outing—an intense 1–1 draw with defending champions Vipers SC. Despite the minor setback, the team’s form remains strong, with the Jogoos showing resilience and confidence that has kept them among the league’s early pace-setters.

But Luzira has not always been a happy hunting ground. The last time SC Villa celebrated victory over Maroons at this venue was 2019, when Ronald Magwali scored the decisive goal. Since then, Maroons have turned Luzira into a fortress where even the league giants often leave empty-handed.

Maroons Finding Rhythm After Stuttering Start

After a stop–start beginning to their season, Maroons appear to have found their footing. They arrive for today’s clash fresh from a respectable 1–1 draw against NEC and buoyed by a commanding 3–0 victory over Lugazi in their previous home match.

Head coach Muhammad Senfuma’s side has traditionally been defensively disciplined, and they remain one of the most unpredictable opponents for big clubs. A win today would catapult them into 7th place, further strengthening their push toward the top half of the table.

Villa’s Unbeaten Run on the Line

Since their disappointing 2–1 defeat to KCCA on matchday one at Namboole, the Jogoos have gone unbeaten. Kovacevic’s squad has been impressive at both ends of the pitch—organised in defence and sharp in the final third—making them legitimate title contenders as the campaign gathers pace.

However, Luzira is one of the few venues where form often matters little. Maroons thrive in front of their home fans, and their physical, pressing style has historically unsettled Villa.

Key Storylines to Watch

1. Can Villa Break the Luzira Curse?

Six years have passed since their last win at this ground. Villa must find a way past a disciplined Maroons side that rarely concedes cheaply at home.

2. Maroons’ Resurgence

Back-to-back positive results indicate Senfuma’s men have regained confidence. Today’s match offers them a chance to announce themselves in the top-half battle.

3. Top-of-the-Table Dynamics

With four teams tied on 17 points, any slip could be costly. Villa hope to keep pressure on their rivals and possibly steer ahead before the rest of the weekend fixtures unfold.

What’s at Stake

For SC Villa:

A chance to return to the top and extend their unbeaten run to nine matches. 

For Maroons:

A statement victory that could push them to 7th and reaffirm Luzira as one of the toughest away grounds in the league. 

As the sun sets over Luzira at 4 PM, both sides will be fully aware of the weight this match carries. SC Villa come seeking redemption and leadership; Maroons come seeking another scalp. Fans can expect a tightly contested, high–intensity battle as two contrasting footballing philosophies clash.