Urumuri FC faced off against Holly Team FC at the Saint Annibale Stadium on 17 August 2025, in a thrilling tournament home match that ended with a resounding 4-1 victory for the hosts. The match kicked off at 2:30pm, with an attendance of 300 fans witnessing an impressive performance from Urumuri.
Urumuri FC set up in a 4-3-2 formation, which allowed for a solid defensive structure while providing ample support for their attacking players. Hurbet C donned the gloves as goalkeeper, shielded by a back four comprising Ntasingwa Alphonse on the right, Pitchi H and MUKAMA B as central defenders, and Cyusa Hussein on the left. In midfield, Muhawenimana Filippo operated on the right, Manzi Alcade took up a central role, and NSHIMIYEMUNGU Bakashika was positioned on the left. Up front, Robert Kitinga and Mugisha Ilene played as forwards, tasked with converting chances into goals. The substitutes for Urumuri included Dusabimana Fulgence, Matic E, Habimana Honore, and Junior H.
The match began with Urumuri FC asserting their dominance, and it was Manzi Alcade who opened the scoring in the 27th minute with a stunning direct free-kick from long range, expertly struck with his right foot. This early goal set the tone for Urumuri's attacking intent, but just five minutes later, Ntasingwa Alphonse received a yellow card for a bad tackle, a moment that briefly disrupted Urumuri's momentum.
As the first half drew to a close, Holly Team FC managed to level the score in the 42nd minute. A well-placed header from close range brought the visitors back into contention, leaving the score at 1-1 as the teams headed into the half-time break.
The second half commenced with immediate changes for Urumuri, as Dusabimana Fulgence and Matic E were introduced for NSHIMIYEMUNGU Bakashika and Muhawenimana Filippo, respectively, both substitutions occurring just after the restart. However, the match took a turn for the worse for Urumuri when Dusabimana Fulgence received a yellow card in the 56th minute for dissent, adding to the tension on the pitch.
Despite this setback, Urumuri regained their composure and took the lead once more in the 66th minute. Habimana Honore scored a magnificent direct free-kick from outside the box, showcasing his skill and precision with a right-footed strike that left the Holly Team goalkeeper with no chance.
As the match progressed, Urumuri continued to press for more goals. In the 81st minute, Junior H, who had just come on as a substitute, scored with a powerful header from close range, connecting perfectly with a corner delivered by Mugisha Ilene. This goal further extended Urumuri's lead to 3-1, solidifying their grip on the match.
In the dying moments of the game, Urumuri added a fourth goal in the 91st minute. Mugisha Ilene found the back of the net with a right-footed shot inside the box, following a clever short pass from Habimana Honore. This final flourish capped off a remarkable performance from Urumuri FC, sealing a convincing 4-1 victory over Holly Team FC.
The referee, Achille, managed the match with a performance that reflected the intensity of the contest, ensuring that the game flowed while keeping control of the players. Urumuri FC's victory was not only a testament to their attacking prowess but also showcased their resilience in overcoming a brief setback to secure a comprehensive win.
