Defense forces vs NEC FC Bugolobi: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 26 February

Prediction Match Centre
Defense forces
No standing data
2
0-2
NEC FC Bugolobi
Win Probability 39%
26/02/2026 08:00
NEC FC Bugolobi
No standing data
Uganda Cup
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Defense forces vs NEC FC Bugolobi on 26 February 2026 (kick-off: 08:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Defense forces vs NEC FC Bugolobi preview before placing your bet.

  • Defense forces will face NEC FC Bugolobi in Uganda Cup on February 26, 2026 at 08:00.
  • Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 1 - 1 and average coefficient 2.30.
Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards
Home team Away team
Probability %
1
X
2
Pred
Correct
Avg.g
Coef.
Score.
Live coef.
Weather
08:00

2026-02-26

Defense forces vs NEC FC Bugolobi - Prediction & Odds

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Defense forces
#
NEC FC Bugolobi
2026-02-26 08:00
31
30
39
2
1 - 1
1 - 1
1.75
2.30
FT
0-2 0-2
-
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STANDINGS UP TO 26/02/2026
The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Defense forces and NEC FC Bugolobi in the Uganda Cup football standings for the 2026 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.
Head To Head
16/12/2025 09:00
defense forces defense forces
0 - 0
NEC FC Bugolobi NEC FC Bugolobi
UPL
04/04/2025 09:00
defense forces defense forces
0 - 0
NEC FC Bugolobi NEC FC Bugolobi
UPL
24/09/2024 12:00
NEC FC Bugolobi NEC FC Bugolobi
1 - 0
defense forces defense forces
UPL
13/02/2024 09:00
defense forces defense forces
2 - 2
NEC FC Bugolobi NEC FC Bugolobi
UPL
20/10/2023 09:00
NEC FC Bugolobi NEC FC Bugolobi
2 - 0
defense forces defense forces
UPL
defense forces
2
40%
Draw
3
60%
NEC FC Bugolobi
0
0%
Defense forces Defense forces Last 6 matches
18/02/2026 09:00
Lugazi Municipal FC 1 - 0 defense forces
UPL
13/02/2026 09:00
defense forces 0 - 0 Buhimba United Saints FC
UPL
30/01/2026 09:00
defense forces 0 - 1 BUL FC
UPL
27/01/2026 09:00
Kampala City Council FC 4 - 0 defense forces
UPL
21/01/2026 09:00
defense forces 0 - 1 Entebbe UPPC FC
UPL
07/01/2026 09:00
Airtel Kitara FC 2 - 1 defense forces
UPL
Win
0%
Draw
17%
Lost
83%
Last 6 matches NEC FC Bugolobi NEC FC Bugolobi
17/02/2026 13:00
Vipers 1 - 1 NEC FC Bugolobi
UPL
13/02/2026 13:00
NEC FC Bugolobi 3 - 1 Kampala City Council FC
UPL
31/01/2026 09:00
NEC FC Bugolobi 0 - 0 Express FC
UPL
27/01/2026 09:00
Buhimba United Saints FC 0 - 1 NEC FC Bugolobi
UPL
24/01/2026 09:00
NEC FC Bugolobi 3 - 3 Airtel Kitara FC
UPL
07/01/2026 13:00
NEC FC Bugolobi 1 - 0 Lugazi Municipal FC
UPL
Win
50%
Draw
50%
Lost
0%
Overall Home/Away
Full time First half Second half
All leagues Uganda Cup
Played games
Defense forces
1
NEC FC Bugolobi
3
Goals
Scored
0
Avg. per game
0.00
Conceded
2
Avg. per game
2.00
Scored
4
Avg. per game
1.33
Conceded
0
Avg. per game
0.00
Scored a goal
In last 6 matches
YesNo
0 (0%)1 (100%)
In last 6 matches
NoYes
2 (67%)1 (33%)

Defense forces

Recent matches

NEC FC Bugolobi

Under /Over

(100%)1 0(0%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(67%)2 1(33%)

Under /Over

(100%)1 0(0%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(67%)2 1(33%)

Under /Over

(0%)0 1(100%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(0%)0 3(100%)

/Yes

(0%)0 1(100%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(0%)0 3(100%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Defense forces
NEC FC Bugolobi
Shots
Defense forces
Total shots
14.00 avg / game
Blocked
0 total
Avg. —
NEC FC Bugolobi
Total shots
13.00 avg / game
Blocked
0 total
Avg. —
Defense forces Pass NEC FC Bugolobi
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
57%
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
44%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Defense forces
183
Avg. 183.00 / game
NEC FC Bugolobi
466
Avg. 155.33 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Defense forces
116
Avg. 116.00 / game
NEC FC Bugolobi
268
Avg. 89.33 / game
OTHERS
Defense forces
1
Played games
NEC FC Bugolobi
3
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.00
0
Clean sheets
3
1.00
4.00
4
Corners
12
4.00
0.00
0
Throw-ins
0
0.00
0.00
0
Offsides
0
0.00
0.00
0
GK saves
0
0.00
Defense forces
DISCIPLINARY
NEC FC Bugolobi
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
2.00
2
Yellow card
6
2.00
0.00
0
Red card
0
0.00
0.00
0
Fouls
0
0.00
0.00
0
Tackles
0
0.00
NEXT MATCHES
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How We Build the Defense forces vs NEC FC Bugolobi Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Defense forces vs NEC FC Bugolobi on 26 February 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Uganda Cup fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Defense forces vs NEC FC Bugolobi Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Defense forces's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against NEC FC Bugolobi's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Uganda Cup Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Uganda Cup standings and the Uganda Cup form table to understand exactly where Defense forces and NEC FC Bugolobi sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our Uganda Cup predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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