Mbarara City inflicted a third loss of the season against Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA FC) as they emerged with a 2-1 win on Tuesday at Kakyeka Stadium.
The Ankole Lions went behind in the 18th minute when youngster Sam Ssenyonjo struck to give the reigning champions the lead.
But the home side fought back to win the game courtesy of goals from Ibrahim Orit and Swalik Bebe Ssegujja.
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Orit equalised just before the second half started as he headed home a cross delivered by Brian Aheebwa.
KCCA goalkeeper Charles Lukwago did well to deny Aheebwa in the 50th minute as the Mbarara City star attempted to add the second from close range.