betPawa Reaffirms Commitment to Futsal as Park Defends Super Cup Title in Thrilling Final
Kampala, Uganda — The 2024/25 Uganda Futsal season concluded on a high note, with Betpawa Uganda reaffirming its unwavering commitment to supporting the rapidly growing sport. The official sponsors demonstrated their dedication through continued financial backing, culminating in a season marked by intense competition and memorable performances.
Over the past two seasons, Betpawa Uganda has invested heavily in fostering the development of Futsal across the country. Their support has spanned various competitions, including the Super League, Uganda Cup, and the Super Cup. This season alone, Betpawa injected over 300 million shillings in various forms—covering locker room bonuses, infrastructure maintenance, and cash prizes awarded to teams and individual players.
In total, the sponsorship for this season amounted to UGX 334,522,000, reflecting Betpawa’s commitment to nurturing talent and professionalism within the sport. Speaking at the season’s conclusion at Old Kampala Futsal Arena, the Company’s East Africa Regional Manager, Ivy Nyonyozi Igunduura, emphasized the company’s philosophy: “It’s not about giving money and walking away. We’re investing in a system that rewards commitment, talent, and results.” She further explained, “Our LRB model ensures players and staff are rewarded for excellence. This isn’t just about sponsorship, it’s a catalyst for professionalism.”
The season’s awards ceremony recognized outstanding performers who received UGX 500,000 each, including categories such as Best Goalkeeper, Golden Boot, Best Defender, Best Midfielder, Young Player, and Best Coach. Additionally, teams received significant incentives: UGX 2.5 million for the Super League winners, UGX 2 million for Uganda Cup champions, and UGX 1 million for the Super Cup winners.
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In a dramatic and thrilling final, Park FC defended their Super Cup title with a 7-6 victory over Mengo City, despite a spirited late comeback from the reigning champions. The match was a showcase of skill and resilience, starting with an impressive early lead from Park FC. Joshua Aziku opened the scoring in the 4th minute and doubled the advantage a minute later after a goalkeeping error by Paulo Baguma. Park extended their lead to 3-0 in the 6th minute through a tap-in from captain Shafiq Mulangira, following a dangerous cross from Aziku, and Michael Abura made it 4-0 after reacting swiftly to a spilled free-kick by Mengo’s goalkeeper.
Mengo City fought back, pulling a goal back through Abdulkarim Tebera in the 15th minute. Aziku completed a first-half hat-trick, sending Park into the break with a commanding 5-1 lead.
The second half saw Mengo City rally with determination. Tebera scored from the penalty spot, and substitute John Musasizi narrowed the gap to 5-3 in the 33rd minute. However, Park FC responded with two quick goals from Muluya, who struck twice in succession, extending the lead to 7-3 with just five minutes remaining. Mengo’s captain, Male Anthony, ignited a late surge with a fine goal, followed by goalkeeper Stuart Kafuluma’s remarkable cameo—scoring from open play and converting a penalty—reducing the margin to just one goal.
Despite Mengo City’s spirited effort, Park FC held firm, clinching a 7-6 victory and successfully defending their Super Cup title from the double-winning Mengo City.
Betpawa Uganda’s continued investment underscores their belief that Futsal is more than a sport—it is a platform for professional growth, talent development, and community engagement. As the sport’s popularity soars, Betpawa remains committed to nurturing the next generation of Futsal stars and elevating the standards of the game nationwide.
