Gaddafi’s ambitions for an immediate return to the Uganda Premier League suffered another setback as they fell 1-0 to Kigezi Home Boyz at the Kabale Municipal Stadium on Sunday.
This marked the first time this season that the side has lost back-to-back games, raising questions about their resilience in the crucial stages of the FUFA Big League campaign.
Isaac Amutuheire’s well-timed header in the 15th minute proved to be the difference, handing Stephen Pritchard’s Kigezi side a lifeline in their fight against relegation.
The goal came after a precise delivery from Karim Ndagisimana, catching the Gaddafi defense off guard.
Gaddafi, who had entered the game just a point off the top, now find themselves in second place with 30 points, trailing leaders Blacks Power (31) after the latter settled for a goalless draw against Booma in Lira.
With Buhimba United Saints (29 points) breathing down their necks, the race for promotion is intensifying, leaving little room for further slip-ups.
For Kigezi, the victory was a massive boost in their survival fight. Now on 18 points, they have climbed to 11th place, moving out of the relegation zone for the first time in weeks.
The result showcased their growing determination, and if they can build on this momentum, they could yet secure their place in next season’s Big League.
