Vipers SC clinch seventh StarTimes Uganda Premier League title
Mulondo's opening goal ignited the atmosphere, while Sentamu's strike ensured a comfortable victory and sparked celebrations that are sure to continue into the night.
Vipers SC have been crowned champions of the 2024/25 StarTimes Uganda Premier League, securing their seventh league title with a decisive 2-0 victory over Kitara FC at Royals Park, Butema. Goals from Gusto Mulondo and Yunus Sentamu sealed the crucial win, propelling the Venoms to an unassailable 68 points with one match remaining in the season.
Under the astute leadership of coach Fred Muhumuza, Vipers have added another prestigious trophy to their cabinet, joining their previous triumphs in 2009/10, 2014/15, 2017/18, 2019/20, 2021/22, and 2022/23. The victory firmly establishes Vipers as a dominant force in Ugandan football.
The jubilant scenes at Royals Park were a testament to the team’s hard work and dedication throughout the season. Mulondo’s opening goal ignited the atmosphere, while Sentamu’s strike ensured a comfortable victory and sparked celebrations that are sure to continue into the night.
News of NEC FC’s narrow 1-0 win over SC Villa at Mutesa II Stadium, Wankulukuku, courtesy of a hard-fought battle, ultimately proved insignificant in the title race. Vipers’ victory ensured they finished four points clear of NEC FC, rendering the result a mere footnote to their championship success.
Meanwhile, elsewhere in the league, BUL FC continued their impressive second-round form with a hard-fought 1-0 win over Maroons FC at the FUFA Technical Centre in Njeru. Abdul Karim Ndugwa’s 25th-minute strike extended BUL’s remarkable unbeaten run in the second half of the season to an impressive 14 matches – winning 11 and drawing three, with no losses. This outstanding performance highlights their consistency and resilience.
With the curtain drawing closer on the 2024/25 UPL season, Vipers SC stand tall as champions, etching their name in the history books once again. The season has been filled with thrilling matches, outstanding individual performances, and remarkable team efforts, culminating in a well-deserved victory for the Venoms. The final match days will undoubtedly be a celebration of their achievement and the exciting football witnessed throughout the campaign.
