Ajuri County Stun Lira City East to Seal Dwog Pacu Cup Final Berth

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LANGO REGION, UGANDA – Ajuri County have emphatically punched their ticket to the Dwog Pacu Cup 2026 Final, delivering a masterclass in tactical discipline to dispatch Lira City East with a 3-0 aggregate victory.

After securing a two-goal cushion in the first leg, Ajuri completed the job on Sunday evening with a gritty 1-0 win in the return fixture at a packed venue, ensuring their place in the tournament's showpiece event. The victory was built on a rock-solid defensive foundation and clinical finishing, with the Alebtong-based outfit conceding no goals across the entirety of the two-legged tie.

Midfielder Jacob Oulanyaa emerged as the hero of the night, providing the solitary goal that broke Lira City East’s resistance. His composed finish not only settled the nerves but also underscored his growing reputation as the tournament’s most lethal offensive threat. For his game-winning contribution and overall midfield dominance, Oulanyaa was deservedly named the Man of the Match.

From the opening whistle, Ajuri County showcased a maturity beyond their years. They absorbed sustained pressure from the city-based opposition with a well-drilled defensive line, patiently waiting for opportunities to exploit on the counter-attack. While Oulanyaa’s strike ultimately proved the difference, the collective effort of the backline—which maintained a pristine clean sheet over 180 minutes of football—was equally instrumental in the victory.

Lira City East threw everything forward in search of a comeback but found an Ajuri defense in imperious form. Despite their valiant efforts, the city dwellers were unable to breach a side that has visibly grown in stature and confidence with each passing round of the competition.

Looking ahead, the final promises to be a spectacle for the ages. Ajuri County are now set to face the reigning champions, Kioga County, next Sunday in what pundits are already forecasting as one of the most fiercely contested finals in Dwog Pacu Cup history.

Kioga County secured their spot in the title match a day earlier, edging past Moroto County with a slender 1-0 victory on Saturday. Geoffrey Emor netted the sole goal of that fixture, ensuring the champions advanced with a 1-0 aggregate win of their own.

The stage is perfectly set for a classic clash of contrasting narratives: the seasoned experience and winning pedigree of Kioga County against the raw momentum and defensive solidity of Ajuri County. With Oulanyaa in prolific scoring form, Ajuri will be brimming with confidence as they aim to dethrone the titleholders.

Anticipation is reaching a fever pitch across the Lango sub-region, with fans expected to flood the stadium in record numbers for what promises to be a memorable finale next Sunday.