Fixing Allegations Surface as FUFA Faces Growing Fan Backlash

The Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) has claimed there is an alleged attempts to influence match outcomes and discredit ongoing Competition Reforms, citing incidents of individuals approaching players, coaches, and referees with money offers.

While the statement rightly condemns such unethical and criminal acts, it also exposes a growing crisis of trust and communication within Ugandan football. The allegations come at a time when frustration among clubs, officials, and fans is visibly mounting. Reports of poor match attendance, dwindling fan confidence, and increasing criticism of the federation’s governance suggest a football environment under strain.

Sources close to several Uganda Premier League (UPL) clubs indicate that relations between FUFA and key stakeholders — notably Vipers SC and other top-flight teams — have become tense. Many believe the federation’s approach to reforms and disciplinary measures has sidelined club input, leaving room for suspicion and resentment.

In the game that was played at Kadiba stadium a section of SC VILLA fans should discontent when they declined to watch the game and instaed camped outsie the stadium, in there one all draw at Home, despite the fact that the game was tense and exiting it was mared but the fans boycott of the new league format.

Fans, too, have shown their discontent through low match turnouts across stadiums this season, a clear sign of disconnect between the football leadership and its core supporters. Stakeholders are now urging FUFA to open dialogue with UPL clubs and rebuild trust before the situation escalates further.

In principle, FUFA’s commitment to integrity and fair play is commendable. However, for the reforms to succeed and the game to thrive, transparency, engagement, and dialogue must accompany enforcement. Without these, Uganda’s football fraternity risks deepening divisions at a crucial moment in its professional evolution.