The 2025/26 StarTimes Uganda Premier League (UPL) has entered a transformational phase as the calendar flips to 2026. With coaching giants making a comeback, massive player transfers, and a title race that is separated by just a single point. This year’s Uganda Premier League table is more than a list but a testament to the growing quality and tactical depth of Ugandan football.
The Uganda Premier League table has undergone a dramatic shift in power dynamics, with traditional giants like “Jogoo” (SC Villa) now facing fierce competition from a new wave of ambitious challengers. Squads have been reshaped by moves like Allan Okello’s record-breaking transfer to Yanga SC. High-profile coaching returns at both RA FC and BUL FC ensure that every matchday changes the upl standings. As the race for the title intensifies, these tactical and personnel changes have turned every fixture into a fierce battle for dominance in Uganda football.
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Uganda Premier League Table
| Position | Club | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
| 1 | Vipers SC | 11 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 21 | 6 | +15 | 27 |
| 2 | KCCA FC | 12 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 17 | 11 | +6 | 26 |
| 3 | SC Villa | 12 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 17 | 7 | +10 | 26 |
| 4 | Police FC | 12 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 23 | 12 | +11 | 24 |
| 5 | Entebbe UPPC FC | 12 | 7 | 2 | 3 | 15 | 9 | +6 | 23 |
| 6 | Kitara FC | 11 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 16 | 8 | +8 | 22 |
| 7 | Maroons FC | 12 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 13 | 10 | +3 | 15 |
| 8 | NEC FC | 12 | 3 | 6 | 3 | 11 | 11 | 0 | 15 |
| 9 | BUL FC | 12 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 10 | 13 | -3 | 13 |
| 10 | Buhimba United Saints FC | 12 | 4 | 1 | 7 | 13 | 27 | -14 | 13 |
| 11 | Express FC | 12 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 11 | 15 | -4 | 12 |
| 12 | URA FC | 12 | 2 | 5 | 5 | 13 | 15 | -2 | 11 |
| 13 | UPDF FC | 12 | 3 | 2 | 7 | 12 | 18 | -6 | 11 |
| 14 | Lugazi FC | 12 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 11 | 18 | -7 | 10 |
| 15 | Mbarara City FC | 12 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 11 | 18 | -7 | 10 |
| 16 | Calvary FC | 12 | 0 | 3 | 9 | 6 | 22 | -16 | 3 |
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Uganda Premier League Stats
Top Scorers
| Player | Club | Goals |
| Muhammed Kagawa Ssenoga | Express FC | 6 |
| Henry Patrick Kaddu | Kitara FC | 6 |
| Bedia Djuma Ikamba | Police FC | 6 |
| Ivan Ahimbisibwe | URA FC | 5 |
| Ambrose Kigozi | Entebbe UPPC FC | 5 |
| Edson Agondeze | Buhimba United Saints FC | 5 |
| Samuel Kayongo | UPDF FC | 5 |
Outcomes
| Date | Home Team | Score | Away Team |
| Jan 13, 2026 | URA FC | 0 – 1 | Entebbe UPPC FC |
| Jan 08, 2026 | Express FC | 0 – 1 | SC Villa |
| Jan 07, 2026 | NEC FC | 1 – 0 | Lugazi FC |
| Jan 07, 2026 | Calvary FC | 0 – 1 | BUL FC |
| Jan 07, 2026 | Kitara FC | 2 – 1 | UPDF FC |
| Jan 06, 2026 | Vipers SC | 2 – 0 | Mbarara City FC |
| Jan 06, 2026 | Police FC | 2 – 0 | KCCA FC |
| Jan 06, 2026 | Buhimba United Saints FC | 1 – 0 | Maroons FC |
| Dec 18, 2025 | Entebbe UPPC FC | 1 – 0 | Kitara FC |
| Dec 17, 2025 | SC Villa | 1 – 0 | Calvary FC |
| Dec 17, 2025 | Lugazi FC | 1 – 2 | Vipers SC |
| Dec 17, 2025 | Mbarara City FC | 1 – 0 | URA FC |
| Dec 17, 2025 | Maroons FC | 4 – 0 | Express FC |
| Dec 16, 2025 | KCCA FC | 1 – 0 | Buhimba United Saints FC |
| Dec 16, 2025 | BUL FC | 1 – 3 | Police FC |
| Dec 16, 2025 | UPDF FC | 0 – 0 | NEC FC |
| Dec 13, 2025 | Vipers SC | 3 – 1 | BUL FC |
| Dec 13, 2025 | Calvary FC | 1 – 1 | Mbarara City FC |
| Dec 12, 2025 | KCCA FC | 2 – 1 | NEC FC |
| Dec 12, 2025 | Kitara FC | 2 – 0 | Maroons FC |
| Dec 11, 2025 | SC Villa | 3 – 0 | URA FC |
| Dec 11, 2025 | Entebbe UPPC FC | 2 – 0 | Express FC |
| Dec 10, 2025 | Lugazi FC | 1 – 1 | Police FC |
| Dec 10, 2025 | Buhimba United Saints FC | 2 – 2 | UPDF FC |
| Dec 09, 2025 | Calvary FC | 0 – 0 | Vipers SC |
| Dec 07, 2025 | BUL FC | 1 – 2 | KCCA FC |
| Dec 06, 2025 | Maroons FC | 1 – 0 | SC Villa |
| Dec 05, 2025 | NEC FC | 1 – 1 | Vipers SC |
| Dec 05, 2025 | UPDF FC | 2 – 0 | Lugazi FC |
| Dec 04, 2025 | URA FC | 0 – 1 | Kitara FC |
| Dec 04, 2025 | Express FC | 4 – 0 | Calvary FC |
| Dec 03, 2025 | Mbarara City FC | 1 – 1 | Entebbe UPPC FC |
| Dec 03, 2025 | Police FC | 4 – 0 | Buhimba United Saints FC |
| Dec 02, 2025 | Vipers SC | 5 – 1 | UPDF FC |
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Goals and Key Highlights
| Category | Details |
| Season Dates | 26 September 2025 – 14 February 2026 |
| Total Matches Played | 69 |
| Total Goals Scored | 167 (2.42 per match) |
| Highest Scoring Match | URA FC 7-3 Buhimba Saints (10 goals) |
| Longest Winning Run | SC Villa (5 matches) |
| Longest Unbeaten Run | SC Villa & Vipers SC (7 matches) |
| Longest Winless Run | Calvary FC (8 matches) |
| Longest Losing Run | Buhimba Saints (6 matches) |
Latest Results
| Date | Home Team | Score | Away Team |
| Jan 13, 2026 | URA FC | 0 – 1 | Entebbe UPPC FC |
| Jan 08, 2026 | Express FC | 0 – 1 | SC Villa |
| Jan 07, 2026 | NEC FC | 1 – 0 | Lugazi FC |
| Jan 07, 2026 | Calvary FC | 0 – 1 | BUL FC |
| Jan 07, 2026 | Kitara FC | 2 – 1 | UPDF FC |
Latest news
Significant changes have rocked the Uganda Premier League as teams prepare for the second-half sprint. They include:
Allan Okello’s Record to Janga FC
Vipers SC’s charm Allan Okello has officially completed a high-profile transfer to Tanzanian giants Young Africans (Yanga SC). The move, reportedly worth over Shs 1.1 billion ($300,000), is the most lucrative deal for a domestic player in recent history.
UPL Coaching Re-shuffle
The Uganda Premier League table has faced a series of high-profile coaching changes aimed at rescuing struggling teams. The return of Alex Isabirye to BUL FC to halt a five-match losing streak, Hussein Mbalangu has taken the reins at URA FC. Meanwhile, Simon Peter Mugerwa joined Lugazi FC on a one-year deal to fight off relegation. These leadership shifts ensure that every upcoming matchday will significantly change the upl standings.
Conclusion
The Uganda Premier League table remains a fierce battlefield, with only a single point separating the top three contenders. Massive transfers and tactical coaching shifts are redefining the league’s power dynamics. Every upcoming fixture is now a “cup final” for both the giants and the ambitious newcomers. Stay tuned to the latest upl standings and follow the action closely as the race for the 2025/26 title reaches its boiling point.
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