LIRA, UGANDA | July 18, 2025 – The highly anticipated Dwog Pacu Cup 2025 is progressing steadily and reaches a critical stage tomorrow as the Quarter Finals officially kick off at UTC Lira playground.
After an electrifying Match Day Five on Friday, July 18, the group stages have wrapped up in style, producing surprises, heartbreaks, and new records.
After observing a break on Thursday to honor the NRM party primaries, the tournament resumed today with nine thrilling matches hosted across two main venues: UTC Lira and Lango College playgrounds, marking the end of the group stage.
Otuke East made history as the first team to book a spot in the Quarter Finals, finishing Group A with a perfect 15 points after Oyam North failed to honor their final game.
Full Match Day Five Results – Friday, July 18, 2025
UTC Lira Playground
1. Lira City West 1–0 Oyam South
2. Lira City West 1–0 Dokolo South
3. Apac Municipality 9–0 Moroto County
4. Lira City East 1–0 Kole South
5. Oyam North 0–3 Otuke East (Walkover) Lango College Playground
6. Maruzi Constituency 0–0 Kole South
7. Erute North 4–1 Kwania Constituency
8. Kioga Constituency 1–0 Dokolo NorthIn Group B,
Lira City West Division emerged dominant, topping the table with maximum points and advancing alongside Otuke West.
Maruzi Constituency progressed after a crucial draw with Kole South, securing qualification on points.
Apac Municipality made a strong statement with a commanding 9-0 win over Moroto County, the biggest win margin of the tournament.
Kioga Constituency, Dokolo North, and Erute North also sealed their spots in the last eight.
Star forward Andrew Otim continued his sensational form with another hat trick today, bringing his goal tally to 8 goals, leading the Golden Boot race.
Quarter Final Line-up:
1. Otuke East
2. Otuke West
3. Lira City West Division
4. Maruzi Constituency
5. Apac Municipality
6. Kioga Constituency
7. Dokolo North
8. Erute North
Quarter Final Fixtures (Starting Saturday, July 19):
All the remaining games will now be held at UTC playground with an entrance fee of UGX 3,000 (Ordinary), UGX 5,000 (VIP)
The Opening Quarter Final Match shall be at 3:00PM,Lira City West vs Maruzi Constituency.
According to the PRO of Dwog Pacu Cup, Abel Ogwang, all knockout matches from the Quarter Finals onward will be hosted exclusively at UTC Lira to enhance coordination and crowd management.
The introduction of a modest entry fee aims to support the continued growth and sustainability of the tournament.Don’t miss the action! The battle for semifinal spots begins—who are you rooting for?
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