A flicked header from Felix Atwisa, a player from Kyaka County has on Saturday July 29 2023, proved to be the only goal of the game as Kyaka beat Burahya 1-0 in Tooro MTN Masaza Cup first leg semi finals, held at Kyambogo Datic play ground in Kabarole District.
Kyaka County has put itself in an ideal scenario, as their tight 1-0 win over Kyaka gave them an upper hand over the Tooro Kingdom Tournament to qualify for the finals, Should they make a draw or a win in the the return leg came between the same team in Kyaka.
Much as the goal came in the Second half, Some of the Spectators hailed the good play by the Kyaka players as compared to their counterparts.
In an interview with Jubilee Radio, The Coach Burahya team, Bernard Musunge said it was a good play despite their loss. He hopes for a future win at the return leg.
” We hope to revenge and do what they have done in the return leg, through rectifying our mistakes in the field of play. ” Remarked Musunge
Coach Muwonge, however pointed out that financial support is key in pushing forward their efforts.
Hon.Tom Bright, the Kyegegwa MP who had come along with the Kyaka team, said it’s Sport the only way Tooro Kingdom can portray it’s physical impact to the youth, adding that he had come along with over 100 cars of spectators from his county.
Bright, pledged total support to his Kyaka team till the finals when they reclaim the trophy like they had last year.
Michael Wandera the Tooro Sports minister, hailed the immense turn up, the total discipline and support for the Kingdom.
He in a special way recognized the efforts by MTN in sponsoring such activities within the Tooro Kingdom.
The Burahya MP, Steven Kagwera, Chairperson Rwabuhinga for Kabarole, The Speaker Kyaka county,all supported the occasion with their presence.
