As SC Villa and NEC FC squat to the new format, Vipers SC chose to remain in boycott withdrawing from double header games plan until FUFA responds on Correspondences and petition over new league format.
In the club statement released via official website on Thursday October 2, Vipers SC communicated confirmation of withdrawal from double header games where they had to face Kitara FC in the first game of the plans.
The statement reads,”Vipers Sports Club informs it’s fans, stakeholders, football lovers and the General public that the club shall not participate in the new league format double header game against Kitara FC scheduled for this Saturday, October 4th, 2025 at Namboole stadium until FUFA formally and respectfully responds to the issues raised in our various correspondences and petitions against the new league format and reforms.
Vipers SC appreciates the support and encouragement from the fans, genuine football lovers and all stakeholders in the pursuit for integrity of the game and a league that listens to and respects all stakeholders.”
Since the introduction of the the league reforms includes the new league format, Vipers objected against before keeping sideline as they the football regulatory body opted to overheard their objections.
Vipers SC went on to represent FUFA and Uganda at Continental football in CAF Champions League where they eliminated African Stars by 2-0 on aggregate to reach the second preliminary round awaits to take on Power Dynamos on October 17.
While featuring on Continent, Vipers SC didn’t take on SC Villa in the match meant to be their opening match of the league.
Ahead of their Double header, Vipers SC didn’t appear in the pre match briefing held on Thursday October 2 in morning and later confirmed their withdrawal from the arrangements.
