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Football
The UCU Lady Cardinals recorded back-to-back wins in the FUFA Women’s Elite League with a narrow but hard-fought 1-0 victory over She Geme FC on April 19, 2025, at the UCU Grounds.
The tie began in London, where Mikel Arteta’s side shocked the footballing world by demolishing Madrid 3-0 at the Emirates Stadium. Arsenal’s record signing, Declan Rice, lived up to his £105 million price tag, scoring two breathtaking free kicks, while Mikel Merino added a touch of finesse with a curling strike that gave the Gunners a significant advantage heading into the second leg.
By Michael Ainomugisha, The Uganda Christian University (UCU) Cardinals’ campaign…
Jovia Nakagolo was the star of the show, netting four goals to assert her dominance on the pitch. Harima Kanyago added two more to secure the resounding victory for the Lady Cardinals.
Maseno University – The Lady Cardinals from Uganda Christian University (UCU) suffered a narrow 0-1 defeat to Makerere University in a gripping football match during the ongoing East African University Games at Maseno University.
Uganda Christian University (UCU) teams delivered a dominant performance on the opening day of the East African University Games, showcasing their strength across multiple disciplines. From basketball to football, chess, netball, and volleyball, UCU athletes left an indelible mark as they began their quest for regional glory.
“We are fully prepared and eager to take on the best in the region. Our teams have
been working hard to ensure we bring our A-game to East Africa,” said Sam
Lukaire, Head of UCU Sports.
However, UCU’s captain, Catherine Nakiridde, brought the Lady Cardinals level before halftime with a stunning conversion from a direct free kick.
She Geme 2-1 UCU Lady Cardinals By Michael Ainomugisha UCU Lady Cardinals faced a setback…
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