The Makerere College School Alumni Football League (MACOS League) saw a historic and thrilling conclusion yesterday at the MUBS pitch in Nakawa, with Grandeza FC being crowned the champions of Season 4.
The grand finale, which took place after a rainy Sunday afternoon, was a spectacle for all who attended.
Grandeza FC, the newest addition to the league, hailing from the Class of 2022, delivered a stunning performance by defeating the Legends with a solid 2-0 victory.
This triumph is particularly sweet for Grandeza, given their less-than-stellar performance last year. Fans and players celebrated this remarkable turnaround loudly, boldly and proudly.
The match itself was a masterclass in football. Grandeza’s defense was impenetrable, and their offensive play was relentless.
The first goal set the tone, but it was the second goal—a magnificent free-kick by Nick Mugerwa—that sealed their victory and left the crowd in awe. Mugerwa’s performance throughout the league earned him the MVP title.
Reflecting on the victory, Nick Mugerwa, the captain of Grandeza FC, said “I can finally rest and watch the sun rise on a beautiful universe. Thanks to everyone at Grandeza, this is for you!”
The awards ceremony was a celebration of individual and team excellence. Mutyaba Isaac was named the best goalkeeper, while Luke Lwanga from the Citizens team clinched the top scorer title with an astounding 20 goals throughout the league.
While the MACOS League wrapped up in spectacular fashion, the Smack League kicked off on the same day at Legends. Both leagues are proudly sponsored by Guinness, highlighting the brand’s significant investment in supporting alumni football leagues.
“We have expanded our sponsorship to 10 school leagues in counting. The brand has recently added four more leagues to its sponsorship roster: the Comboni, Shack, St Lawrence, and Butiki Leagues including Macos league,” said Patience Aguti, Project Manager, UBL.
“Guinness and football share a long-standing relationship, and we are thrilled to be sponsoring the Macos League. This season has been incredible, and we can’t wait to be back next season with even more excitement for both the brand and football lovers,” she added.
The celebration didn’t end with the final whistle. An epic after-party, featuring performances by The Mith, Navio, and DJ Kasbaby, kept the football fans and guests entertained well into the late evening.
