2025-26 FUFA Big League: Blacks Power Crowned Champions as Season Award Winners Emerge

The 2025-26 FUFA Big League season officially came to a close on Sunday, June 7, with Blacks Power crowned champions following a successful campaign.

Blacks Power finished at the top of the table with 55 points from 30 matches and were officially presented with the league trophy at Ebenezer University Playground.

FUFA Executive Committee member representing the Northern Region, Dan Obote, officiated the trophy handover and crowning ceremony, while former Blacks Power player Emmanuel Okwir presented the trophy to the club.

The champions won 16 matches, drew seven, and lost seven to finish ahead of Ntugasaze, Kataka FC, and Kigezi HomeBoyz.

As a result, Blacks Power, Ntugasaze, Kataka FC, and Kigezi HomeBoyz secured promotion to the Uganda Premier League for the 2026-27 season.

At the other end of the table, Wakiso Giants, Nebbi Central, Mbale Heroes, and Soltilo Bright Stars were relegated to the Regional League.

The season also saw several players recognised for their outstanding individual performances.

Bunyaruguru United FC’s Gerald Ogweti was named the Most Valuable Player (MVP) after an impressive campaign, while Paidha Black Angels goalkeeper Herbert Ofoy Rwoth claimed the Golden Glove Award after keeping 15 clean sheets.

Young Elephants FC striker Isaac Gumperom won the Golden Boot after finishing as the league’s top scorer with 17 goals.

2025-26 FUFA Big League Award Winners

Most Valuable Player (MVP)

• Gerald Ogweti (Bunyaruguru United FC)

Golden Glove Award

• Herbert Ofoy Rwoth (Paidha Black Angels SC) – 15 clean sheets

Top Scorer Award (Golden Boot)

• Isaac Gumperom (Young Elephants FC) – 17 goals

Promoted Teams

• Blacks Power
• Ntugasaze
• Kataka FC
• Kigezi HomeBoyz

Relegated Teams

• Wakiso Giants
• Nebbi Central
• Mbale Heroes
• Soltilo Bright Stars