By Peter Luzinda
KAMPALA
Vipers Sports Club has announced that it will not participate in the newly introduced FUFA league format, citing lack of consultation, disregard of concerns, and threats to the integrity of the game.
In a letter dated October 2, 2025, club president Dr. Lawrence Mulindwa said Vipers had raised several issues regarding the timing and appropriateness of the reforms during engagements with FUFA in August and September, but no formal response had ever been given.
The club noted that instead of addressing the petitions, FUFA subjected them to ridicule, blackmail and rebuke on both mainstream and social media.
Vipers expressed disappointment that FUFA had gone ahead to include them in the 2025/26 season fixtures and even advertised them for a double-header against Kitara FC this Saturday at Namboole Stadium without resolving their concerns.
The club described the move as unethical, disrespectful, and a total disregard of the efforts of privately-owned clubs in developing Ugandan football.
The Kitende-based side has now confirmed it will not feature in the scheduled fixture against Kitara FC or any further engagement under the new format until FUFA provides a formal response and resolution of the issues raised.
According to Vipers, the reforms, if enforced without addressing their concerns, pose an existential threat to the club and undermine the integrity of the competition.
Dr. Mulindwa stated that the club will continue to pursue lawful means within football regulations to protect its rights and seek justice as an independent and full FUFA member.
Copies of the objection have also been shared with the Minister of Education and Sports, the National Council of Sports, the Uganda Premier League, sponsors, partners and fans.
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