NELSON K

Four teams have secured places in the quarter-final stage of the Boona FM Cup 4th Edition 2026 following the conclusion of the group stages for Groups A and B, while teams in Groups C and D are set to battle for the remaining four quarter-final slots on November 8, 2026.

The tournament, which has been running for four years, has continued to attract praise from entrepreneurs and residents in Rujumbura County for its contribution to community development, promotion of local talent, and creation of business opportunities.

In Group A, Ruhinda Sub-county emerged as group leaders with 12 points and a goal difference of nine, securing qualification for the quarter-finals. Buhunga Sub-county also progressed after finishing second with seven points.

However, Nyakagyeme Sub-county missed out after collecting six points, while Rwerere Town Council finished with five points. New entrants in Mayanga Sub-county endured a difficult campaign, finishing without a single point.

All Group A matches were played in Ruhinda Sub-county, Rujumbura County, with Nyakanyinya Playground and Kashenyi Playground serving as the two designated venues.

Meanwhile, in Group B, Eastern Division of Rukungiri Municipality topped the group with 10 points, followed by Bwambara Sub-county, which secured the second quarter-final slot with nine points.

Bugangari Sub-county finished third with seven points and was eliminated, while Kambuga Sub-county from neighbouring Kanungu District finished fourth with three points. Bikurungu Sub-county completed the group standings without registering a point.

The Group B matches were played at Bugangari Health Centre IV Playground and Kazindiro Playground, both located in Bugangari Sub-county.

The tournament has brought together teams representing different communities, including Rujumbura County, Rukungiri Municipality, Mitooma District through Mayanga Sub-county, and Kanungu District through Kambuga Sub-county.

Beyond the football action, the competition has continued to provide economic opportunities for local business operators, particularly those operating around the different playgrounds.

Speaking during the tournament, entrepreneurs and residents, including Bugangari Trading Centre traders Kamugisha Wallen, Kenneth Kurikayo, who deals in juice, and Kamugisha Ruth, a shop owner, praised Boona FM for organizing the competition.

They noted that the tournament attracts large numbers of people to the playgrounds, increasing customer traffic, boosting sales, and improving their businesses.

The entrepreneurs added that over the four years of the competition, they have consistently witnessed increased sales, profits, and business growth during Boona FM football events.

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As attention now shifts to Groups C and D, football fans are eagerly awaiting November 8, when the remaining teams will compete for the final four quarter-final places.

The Boona FM Cup continues to establish itself as a platform for nurturing football talent, strengthening community relations, and supporting the growth of local businesses.