After a four-year hiatus, the highly anticipated Muwanguzi Memorial Beach Soccer Tournament is back, sending waves of excitement through fans and players alike. With the tournament set to kick off this morning, the atmosphere is electric as teams prepare to battle it out on the sandy shores.
This year’s edition sees seven formidable teams vying for glory, featuring a mix of seasoned contenders and rising stars. Heavyweights like St. Lawrence University, Mutoola, Kampala City, and Buganda Royal headline the competition, while dark horses Swans Sports Club and Buliisa Sand Dragons look to upset the established order. St. Lawrence, boasting two championship titles, enter as favorites to reclaim their crown.
At the FUFA Technical Centre Beach Soccer Arena, anticipation reaches fever pitch as the draw for the group stage unfolds. Conducted at the Uganda Beach Soccer Association offices in Mengo on Friday, May 10, 2024, the draw sets the stage for thrilling matchups as teams discover their opening opponents.
In the Katonga group, reigning champions St. Lawrence face off against rivals Mutoola, alongside Mengo Hill and Buliisa Sand Dragons. Meanwhile, Kampala City clashes with Buganda Royal in the Nile group, joined by Swans Sports Club. With the first matches kicking off at 9 am, fans can expect a day packed with adrenaline-pumping beach soccer action.
Since its inception in 2017, the Muwanguzi Beach Soccer Tournament has delivered unforgettable moments and fierce competition. Past champions, including Stormers BSC (2017) and perennial favorites St. Lawrence (2018 and 2019), have left their mark on the tournament’s storied history.
As the sun rises on the revival of beach soccer’s premier event, anticipation soars, promising fans a day filled with thrilling showdowns and memorable highlights. With the tournament set to reignite the passion for the beautiful game on the shores of Uganda, the stage is set for an epic return to beach soccer glory.
See full draw and fixtures below:
