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Drama ensued towards the end of the match when Ivan Okello seemed to have handled Okur’s cross from a corner.
There was a moment to remember as centre referee Muzamir Waiswa opted to use a video replay to save an impasse between Kataka and Blacks Power in the betPawa Big League on Sunday.
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Kataka grabbed the lead in the 43rd minute through Swamad Okur but Blacks Power pulled level shortly after the hour-mark through Michael Siwu’s freekick.
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07:01 - 02.10.2023
FBL Okhuti returns from retirement to save Onduparaka as Police draw guns
Okhuti had hanged his boots and was later confirmed as the club’s head coach ahead of the season but surprisingly joined action to score the third goal on Sunday.
However, drama ensued towards the end of the match when Ivan Okello seemed to have handled Okur’s cross from a corner.
The centre referee, Waiswa, pointed to the spot, sparking outrage from the Blacks Power’s contingent.
After a brief review in the FUFA TV’s outside broadcasting van, Waiswa rescinded his decision and awarded possession to the visitors before sending off their coach, Bob Obira, who had turned chaotic on the bench.
Kataka found the winner in the fifth minute of additional time through Latif Ssenkubuge, who fired in a rebound from Steven Namaisi’s throw-in for their first win.
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05:00 - 02.10.2023
FOOTBALL Two Governors question choice of 2027 Africa Cup of Nations host cities
Governors criticise stadium choices for 2027 AFCON, advocating for the inclusion of Western Kenya.
Ndejje’s troubled start
Ndejje University’s woes spilt over into the 2023/24 season as they suffered their second loss at the hands of Lugazi.
Sam Ssemugugu bagged a brace in the 6th and 64th minutes, respectively, before Derrick Mwanje sealed the win in the 90th minute.
The loss is the second after going down to Kaaro Karungi in their opening game of the season.
The Luweero side is a pioneer and longest-serving member of the betPawa Big League.
betPawa Big League - Matchday 2 results
Jinja United 0-1 Police
Kataka 2-1 Blacks Power
Onduparaka 3-1 Kyetume
Kigezi Homeboyz 0-0 Mbale Heroes
Young Elephants 0-1 Calvary
Kaaro Karungi 1-1 Booma
Lugazi 3-0 Ndejje University
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