MATCH DETAILS

Game: Vipers SC vs. Maroons FC

Time: 8PM

Venue: St. Mary’s Stadium, Kitende

Vipers SC return to action on Saturday night under the glowing floodlights of St. Mary’s Stadium, Kitende, aiming to stretch their perfect start to the StarTimes Uganda Premier League (SUPL) season when Maroons FC come calling.

Despite sitting 11th on the log, the Venoms have played only two league games so far — and won both.

A third consecutive victory would not only keep Vipers flawless but also reinforce their statement of intent in this year’s title race.

Carrying Momentum & Confidence

The reigning champions enter the fixture high on belief after a hard-fought 1–0 win over rivals KCCA FC last time out — a performance shaped by swagger, tactical discipline and a moment of brilliance from Allan Okello.

That victory was hailed as an early marker in the hunt for silverware, and the expectation now is to build on that momentum with another strong showing in front of the home faithful.

Opposition View: Maroons With a Point to Prove

Maroons FC travel to Kitende eager to turn their fortunes around after an inconsistent start.

The Prison Warders have collected just five points from their opening five games, including a goalless draw with URA FC in their most recent outing — a result that highlighted their ongoing struggle to find rhythm in the final third.

They arrive determined to flip the script. But the task ahead could hardly be tougher.

Head-to-Head: A Fixture Historically Controlled by Vipers

If history is the measure, the numbers lean overwhelmingly in favour of the Venoms. Across 20 previous league meetings, Maroons have never beaten Vipers.

Head-to-Head — Uganda Premier League

Meetings: 20
Vipers Wins: 13
Draws: 7
Maroons Wins: 0
Goals For (Vipers): 31
Goals Against: 9
Points Collected: 46

Kitende, in particular, has consistently been a fortress in this fixture — a venue where Maroons have never found a foothold.

What to Expect Under the Lights

With momentum, form and history firmly on their side, Vipers will look to dictate the tempo early, utilising their attacking sharpness and midfield control to unsettle their visitors.

Maroons are likely to approach the contest with structure and discipline, prioritising compactness and patience in an attempt to keep the champions at bay and finally break their long-standing drought against the Venoms.

The Stage Is Set

A flawless record to protect, a home crowd ready to roar, and floodlights lighting up Kitende — all signs point to a thrilling night.

For Vipers, the mission is simple:
stay perfect and reinforce their early title charge.

For Maroons, it is a battle against history — and a chance to cause the upset that has long eluded them.