In an exciting match played at the Jomo Kenyatta Stadium in Mambo Leo, Kisumu, Uganda’s U18 team battled fiercely against Rwanda in the CECAFA U18 Boys Championship semifinal. The match culminated in a 1-0 victory for Uganda, earning them a well-deserved spot in the championship final.The opening minutes saw Uganda’s Ababakar Mayanja missing a golden opportunity in the 21st minute when he headed wide from Abraham Kasolo’s tantalizing cross. Rwanda’s goalkeeper, Yvan Ruhamyanyiko, showcased exceptional skills in the 34th minute, denying Richard Okello’s goal attempt following a precision cross by the impressive Travis Mutyaba. The tension on the field heightened in the 44th minute as Uganda’s Abbasi Kyeyune placed the ball wide with only the goalkeeper to beat.Second halfThe game took a tactical turn after the halftime break, with Rwanda making substitutions – Irakoze Jean in for Pascal Iradukunda. Uganda responded with Ronald Kaye entering the field for Hafidhu Ssonko.In the 55th minute, Dennis Kisiriko replaced Richard Okello for Uganda, injecting fresh energy into the squad. The breakthrough came in the 56th minute when Ababukar Mayanja, who turns out for KCCA, tapped in the opening goal amidst a goalmouth melee.Despite late-game substitutions by both teams, including Sultan Sibomana out, Rukundo Olivier in for Rwanda, and Uganda bringing in Innocent Kisolo and Alex Yiga for Travis Mutyaba and Innocent Kisolo, respectively, the scoreline remained unchanged.##NAJAVA_MECA_7722500##As the final whistle blew, Uganda celebrated their hard-fought victory, securing a place in the CECAFA U18 Boys Championship final. The team will now await the winner of the Kenya versus Uganda semifinal, scheduled to take place later today at the same venue at 2:30 PM EAT. Junior Stars take on Tanzania in CECAFA U18 semis
