NEC FC Bugolobi vs Mbarara City: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 04 January

NEC FC Bugolobi
DWDWW
No standing data
1
1-0
FT
04/01/2025 16:00
Mbarara City
DDLLW
No standing data
Uganda Premier League
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for NEC FC Bugolobi vs Mbarara City on 04 January 2025 (kick-off: 16:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full NEC FC Bugolobi vs Mbarara City preview before placing your bet.

  • Our algorithm prediction: NEC FC Bugolobi to win with probability 68%.
  • Head-to-head history favors NEC FC Bugolobi, who have won 2 of the last 4 meetings. Mbarara City have no wins, while 2 matches ended in draws.
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2025-01-04

NEC FC Bugolobi vs Mbarara City - Prediction & Odds

NEC FC Bugolobi
NEC FC Bugolobi
Mbarara City
Mbarara City
2025-01-04 16:00
68
21
11
1
2 - 1
2 - 1
2.75
1.33
FT
1-0 0-0
-
weather
STANDINGS UP TO 04/01/2025
The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of NEC FC Bugolobi and Mbarara City in the Uganda Premier League football standings for the 2024 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.
Head To Head
09/02/2024 15:59
NEC FC Bugolobi NEC FC Bugolobi
2 - 0
Mbarara City Mbarara City
UPL
15/09/2023 13:30
Mbarara City Mbarara City
0 - 1
NEC FC Bugolobi NEC FC Bugolobi
UPL
02/03/2023 13:10
Mbarara City Mbarara City
1 - 1
NEC FC Bugolobi NEC FC Bugolobi
Uganda D 2
03/11/2022 11:25
NEC FC Bugolobi NEC FC Bugolobi
0 - 0
Mbarara City Mbarara City
Uganda D 2
NEC FC Bugolobi
2
50%
Draw
2
50%
Mbarara City
0
0%
NEC FC Bugolobi NEC FC Bugolobi Last 6 matches
18/12/2024 13:00
BUL FC 1 - 1 NEC FC Bugolobi UPL
11/12/2024 16:00
NEC FC Bugolobi 1 - 0 Bright Stars UPL
05/12/2024 16:00
URA Kampala 1 - 1 NEC FC Bugolobi UPL
29/11/2024 16:00
NEC FC Bugolobi 2 - 1 SC Villa UPL
21/11/2024 16:00
Kampala City Council FC 0 - 1 NEC FC Bugolobi UPL
05/11/2024 16:00
NEC FC Bugolobi 0 - 0 Uganda Police FC UPL
Win
50%
Draw
50%
Lost
0%
Last 6 matches Mbarara City Mbarara City
30/12/2024 12:00
Mbarara City 0 - 0 Wakiso Giants FC UPL
12/12/2024 13:00
Lugazi Municipal FC 1 - 1 Mbarara City UPL
05/12/2024 13:00
Mbarara City 0 - 3 Ma Lu UPL
28/11/2024 16:00
Express FC 3 - 1 Mbarara City UPL
23/11/2024 13:00
Mbarara City 1 - 0 Mbale Heroes UPL
06/11/2024 13:10
defense forces 2 - 1 Mbarara City UPL
Win
17%
Draw
33%
Lost
50%
Overall Home/Away
Full time First half Second half
All leagues Uganda Premier League

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games
NEC FC Bugolobi
NEC FC Bugolobi
33
 Mbarara City
Mbarara City
30
Goals
Scored
10
Avg. per game
0.30
Conceded
13
Avg. per game
0.39
Scored
11
Avg. per game
0.37
Conceded
20
Avg. per game
0.67
Scored a goal
In last 6 matches
YesNo
2 (33%)4 (67%)
In last 6 matches
NoYes
1 (17%)5 (83%)
In last 33 matches
YesNo
8 (24%)25 (76%)
In last 33 matches
NoYes
9 (30%)21 (70%)
NEC FC Bugolobi

NEC FC Bugolobi

Recent matches

Mbarara City

Mbarara City

Under /Over

(61%)20 13(39%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(67%)20 10(33%)

Under /Over

(21%)7 26(79%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(33%)10 20(67%)

Under /Over

(30%)10 23(70%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(33%)10 20(67%)

/Yes

(45%)15 18(55%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(47%)14 16(53%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
NEC FC Bugolobi NEC FC Bugolobi
Mbarara City Mbarara City
Shots
NEC FC Bugolobi
NEC FC Bugolobi
Total shots
10.93 avg / game
Blocked
0 total
Avg. —
Mbarara City
Mbarara City
Total shots
8.72 avg / game
Blocked
0 total
Avg. —
NEC FC Bugolobi NEC FC Bugolobi Pass Mbarara City Mbarara City
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
54%
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
46%
TOTAL ATTACKS
NEC FC Bugolobi
NEC FC Bugolobi
3735
Avg. 113.18 / game
 Mbarara City
Mbarara City
3401
Avg. 113.37 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
NEC FC Bugolobi
NEC FC Bugolobi
2450
Avg. 74.24 / game
 Mbarara City
Mbarara City
1952
Avg. 65.07 / game
OTHERS
NEC FC Bugolobi
NEC FC Bugolobi
33
Played games
Mbarara City
Mbarara City
30
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.36
12
Clean sheets
11
0.37
5.33
176
Corners
108
3.60
0.00
0
Throw-ins
0
0.00
0.00
0
Offsides
0
0.00
0.00
0
GK saves
0
0.00
NEC FC Bugolobi
NEC FC Bugolobi
DISCIPLINARY
Mbarara City
Mbarara City
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
1.79
59
Yellow card
43
1.43
0.03
1
Red card
0
0.00
0.00
0
Fouls
0
0.00
0.00
0
Tackles
0
0.00
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How We Build the NEC FC Bugolobi vs Mbarara City Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for NEC FC Bugolobi vs Mbarara City on 04 January 2025 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 Premier League 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.

NEC FC Bugolobi vs Mbarara City Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess NEC FC Bugolobi's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Mbarara City'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 Premier League 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 Premier League standings and the Uganda Premier League form table to understand exactly where NEC FC Bugolobi and Mbarara City sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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