Uganda Premier League Table 2026/27 and Predictions
To bet on the Uganda Premier League, choose a market like 1X2, double chance or under 2.5 goals. Then check form, home advantage, travel and team news. The 2026/27 season has 18 clubs, and Vipers SC are the current champions.
Uganda Premier League table 2026/27
Standings after matches up to 6 November 2026. Across 83 matches so far the league averages 2.3 goals per game, and 24% of results are draws.
| # | Club | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BUL FC | 9 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 18 | 6 | +12 | 23 |
| 2 | NEC FC | 10 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 19 | 5 | +14 | 23 |
| 3 | SC Villa | 10 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 19 | 6 | +13 | 21 |
| 4 | Entebbe UPPC FC | 10 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 11 | 4 | +7 | 19 |
| 5 | KCCA FC | 9 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 12 | 6 | +6 | 19 |
| 6 | Police FC | 10 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 10 | 13 | −3 | 15 |
| 7 | Vipers SC | 9 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 15 | 4 | +11 | 14 |
| 8 | Blacks Power FC | 10 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 11 | 15 | −4 | 13 |
| 9 | URA FC | 9 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 11 | 13 | −2 | 13 |
| 10 | Kitara FC | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 7 | 4 | +3 | 12 |
| 11 | Maroons FC | 9 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 13 | 11 | +2 | 11 |
| 12 | Express FC | 10 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 10 | 11 | −1 | 11 |
| 13 | Lugazi FC | 10 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 6 | 15 | −9 | 8 |
| 14 | Mbarara City FC | 9 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 5 | 10 | −5 | 8 |
| 15 | UPDF FC | 9 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 4 | 8 | −4 | 8 |
| 16 | Kigezi Homeboyz FC | 8 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 4 | 13 | −9 | 4 |
| 17 | Ntugasaze FC | 9 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 6 | 22 | −16 | 4 |
| 18 | Kataka FC | 10 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 10 | 25 | −15 | 3 |
CAF Champions League
Table after matchday 10, including Kigezi Homeboyz 2-1 Mbarara City on 6 November 2026 (Kigezi's first league win). Clubs have played different numbers of games (Kitara 6, Kigezi Homeboyz 8), so some have matches in hand. Kitara vs URA, set for 7 November, was postponed again with no new date. Clubs level on points are ordered as the league table shows them.
Sources: Champion Sport: Uganda Premier League table 2026/27 (after matchday 10) · Kawowo Sports: Kigezi HomeBoyz claim maiden league victory against Mbarara City · Kawowo Sports: Sizoni Pamoja, review of match day 10 · KCCA FC: StarTimes Uganda Premier League table 2026-2027 (updated 6 Nov 2026) · GioScore: Uganda Premier League 2026/2027 standings (before matchday 10) · Kawowo Sports: URA survive Kataka scare in seven-goal thriller · Kawowo Sports: Express snatch late victory over Blacks Power · Pan Africa Football: UPPC rally, Express snatch late winner as Vipers bounce back · Swift Sports Uganda: BUL surge to summit after statement win over Villa. Updated every week. How to use the league table for betting
Club guides
Uganda Premier League at a glance
The Uganda Premier League (UPL) is Uganda's top football division. It carries the name of its sponsor, StarTimes.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official name | Uganda Premier League |
| Sponsor name | StarTimes Uganda Premier League |
| Organiser | Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) |
| Number of teams | 18 (2026/27), up from 16 |
| Season months | Late August to May. The 2026/27 season kicked off on 28 August 2026. |
| Relegation places | Two clubs went down after 2025/26 |
| Continental places | Champions go to the CAF Champions League. The Uganda Cup winner goes to the CAF Confederation Cup. |
The league grew to 18 clubs because four clubs came up from the FUFA Big League and only two went down.
Recent champions
| Season | Champion |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | SC Villa |
| 2024/25 | Vipers SC |
| 2025/26 | Vipers SC |
SC Villa's 2023/24 title was their record 17th. KCCA FC finished second in 2025/26.
Biggest clubs and derbies
SC Villa are the most successful club, with 17 league titles. KCCA FC have 13. Vipers SC now have eight, and Express FC have seven.
The best-known derby is the Kampala derby: SC Villa vs KCCA FC. Both clubs are based in the capital. Both have long histories at the top.
Derbies bring pressure and big crowds. Form from earlier weeks may matter less than usual.
Uganda Premier League betting example: KCCA vs Vipers
Say you stake (the money you bet) USh 2,000 on double chance. Double chance covers two of the three results, so you win more often but at lower odds.
| Pick | Wins if | Odds (example odds) | Return on USh 2,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1X – KCCA or draw | KCCA win or draw | 1.40 | USh 2,800.00 |
| X2 – Vipers or draw | Vipers win or draw | 1.55 | USh 3,100.00 |
| 12 – Either team wins | Any result except a draw | 1.30 | USh 2,600.00 |
If the match ends 1–1 and you picked 1X, you get USh 2,000 × 1.40 = USh 2,800. Your profit is USh 800. The X2 pick would also win. The 12 pick would lose.
If the match ends 2–0 to Vipers, the 1X pick loses your USh 2,000. Try other amounts in the payout calculator.
How to analyse a Uganda Premier League match
You analyse a UPL match by checking the same basic factors every time. No factor makes a result certain.
- Form. Look at the last five or six matches. See our guide to team form.
- Home advantage. Home teams know their pitch and have their fans. Read more on home advantage.
- Travel. Clubs from far regions face long road trips. Tired players can perform worse.
- Pitch and weather. Some grounds have uneven pitches. Heavy rain can slow the game down.
- Fixture congestion. Clubs in CAF competitions or the Uganda Cup may play twice a week.
- Team news. Check injuries and suspensions before kick-off.
- Promoted clubs. Newly promoted teams are hard to judge early in the season.
For a full checklist, see how to analyse a match.
Popular markets for Uganda Premier League
The most popular UPL markets are 1X2, double chance and goals markets. Here are the main ones:
- 1X2 – home win, draw or away win.
- Double chance – covers two of the three results.
- Draw no bet – your stake comes back if the match is a draw.
- Under 2.5 goals – wins if the match has 0, 1 or 2 goals.
- GG/NG – whether both teams score.
- Half time/full time – the result at half time and at full time.
Betting tax and law in Uganda
From 1 July 2026, Ugandan operators pay a 30% tax on gross gaming revenue. A 15% tax on net winnings has been proposed, but its start date was not confirmed in our sources. The National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board regulates betting. Read the full Uganda betting tax guide or visit our Uganda hub.
Common mistakes
- Judging promoted clubs on last season. They played in a different league.
- Backing the champions every week. Vipers can still drop points away from home.
- Ignoring team news in derbies. One missing player can change a tight game.
- Ignoring double chance odds. Low odds like 1.30 still lose if the wrong result happens.
- Building long accumulators of UPL games. Each extra match lowers your chance of winning. See accumulator bets.
FAQ
How many teams are in the Uganda Premier League?
The 2026/27 season has 18 clubs, up from 16. Four clubs were promoted and two were relegated after 2025/26.
Who won the Uganda Premier League in 2025/26?
Vipers SC won the 2025/26 title. It was their eighth league title.
Which club has won the most Uganda league titles?
SC Villa have the most league titles, with 17. KCCA FC are next.
What is the Kampala derby?
It is the match between SC Villa and KCCA FC, two of Uganda's most successful clubs.
Related guides
- What is 1X2 in betting?
- What is double chance?
- What is under 2.5 goals?
- How to analyse a football match
- How to read team form
- Betting tax in Uganda
Sources
- NTV Uganda: Vipers SC crowned 2025/26 Uganda Premier League champions
- New Vision: Unstoppable Vipers win an eighth UPL title
- NBS Sport: UPL clubs congratulate Vipers after seventh league crown
- The Independent (Uganda): How SC Villa were crowned record 17th Ugandan champions
- Wikiwand: Uganda Premier League
- Kawowo Sports: Four clubs promoted as the 2025/26 FUFA Big League climaxes
- NBS Sport: Calvary and Buhimba relegated from Uganda Premier League
- NBS Sport: Uganda Premier League kickoff dates confirmed
- Pan Africa Football: FUFA unveils 2026/27 Uganda Premier League roadmap
- FUFA: Vipers SC and Kitara FC learn CAF preliminary round opponents
- KCCA FC: Derby preview, KCCA FC visit SC Villa in the Kampala derby
- NBS Sport: Villa, KCCA share spoils in Kampala derby
Upcoming Uganda Premier League predictions
Wednesday 18 November
Vipers SCvsBUL FC
Our pickOver 1.5 goals1.5465% chance
Friday 20 November
SC VillavsUPDF FC
Our pickUnder 2.5 goals1.5166% chance
Police FCvsKCCA FC
Our pickUnder 2.5 goals1.5365% chance
Sunday 22 November
Express FCvsVipers SC
Our pickVipers SC, draw no bet1.4868% chance
Tuesday 24 November
Blacks Power FCvsEntebbe UPPC FC
Our pickEntebbe UPPC FC, draw no bet1.5366% chance