Villa will be looking to overturn a first-leg deficit when they face Uganda Cranes Select in the FUFA Super Eight on Wednesday at Lugogo. The Uganda Premier League champions lost 2-1 in the first leg, with Arnold Odongo scoring for Villa while Isaac Ogwang and Godfrey Ssekibengo netted for the Cranes Select.
Villa coach Morley Byekwaso expressed confidence in his team’s ability to turn things around. “We’ve thoroughly analyzed our performance in the first leg, identified areas where we fell short, and worked diligently to correct our mistakes,” Byekwaso said. “Our objective goes beyond just securing a win; we’re committed to delivering an improved performance as we prepare for the prestigious CAF Champions League.”
For the match, Villa will rely on the creative prowess of playmaker Patrick Jonah Kakande. A 1-0 victory would be enough for Villa to advance on the away goals rule.
The winner of this tie will face Vipers in the semifinals, following Vipers’ elimination of NEC FC.
