James Odochi still searching

Pressure is slowly starting to build on Express FC Interim head coach James Odoch as the team is not winning games. Each day that comes he continues to show how he is not ready to step into Wasswa Bbosa’s shoes.

Since the victory over Tooro United at the start of the year, the Red Eagles have not won in eight League games, drawing seven and losing the other.

Under the stewardship of Odoch, they are winless in six across all competitions (D4 L2).

Their latest contest at home was the penalty shootout defeat to eternal rivals SC Villa last week, in the Uganda Cup. The loss to the Jogoos all but ended their chances of winning anything this season.

Express will start Friday in 6th spot with 33 points, 16 adrift of leaders Vipers SC. They are currently enduring off-field issues with several senior players striking. The youngsters who have come in have tried but so far and will need to try again on Tuesday.

For Police, they are intent on ensuring they avoid relegation this season. After a disastrous start to the season, the Cops have since improved and find themselves starting the day in 9th spot.

However, they have accumulated only 24 points and are five away from the drop zone. The Cops are currently enjoying a 6-game unbeaten run in the league  (W1 D5) and will be hoping that run can continue at the home of the defending champions.

James Odochi still searching

Express are still without a number of first-team players. Martin Kiiza is away with the national team in Uzbekistan. Godfrey Lwesibawa went AWOL. Murushid Juuko and Abel Etrude are also not available due to unexplained reasons. Mahad Yaya has been carrying a knock and he will be a game-time decision. However, Eric Kambale who refused to play against Mbarara City is back and expected to feature.

Police FC goalkeeper Tom Ikara returns from suspension after missing the last game against. Forward Marvin Oshaba recovered from illness and is available for selection. Defender Hassan Mahmood, right back Eddy Kapampa and Mubarak Nsubuga are long-term absentees.