Substitute Gusto Mulongo scored in the 93rd minute to seal the win for the Ugandan champions at the Pele Stadium. The late goal gave Vipers their second successive victory in Group A and lifted them to the top of the table with a perfect six points.
Late Drama Decides Tight Contest
The match remained goalless for long periods as both sides struggled to break the deadlock in a physical and tightly contested encounter. Vipers showed greater control in possession and created more opportunities, but Gor Mahia remained organised defensively until the dying moments.
Mulongo, introduced from the bench, capitalised on a late chance and fired past Gor Mahia goalkeeper Humphrey Katasi at the near post to spark wild celebrations among the Ugandan contingent.
Group A Implications
The result strengthens Vipers’ position at the summit of Group A and guarantees their place in the semi-finals. They opened their campaign with a commanding 3-0 win over Djibouti’s Garde Republicaine.
Gor Mahia, who began the tournament with a stunning 5-0 thrashing of hosts APR FC, sit second on three points. They will need a positive result in their final group match against Garde Republicaine to keep their knockout hopes alive.
Vipers will complete their Group A campaign against APR FC later in the week as they continue their strong push for the title.