KCCA FC CEO Anisha Muhoozi has strongly condemned the FUFA Appeals Committee’s decision to dismiss the club’s appeal against the forfeiture of their match against Mbarara City. In an audio statement shared by the club, Muhoozi expressed deep frustration with the committee’s reasoning, particularly its stance on KCCA’s alleged failure to consult the FUFA Competitions Board regarding the eligibility of defender Gavin Kizito Mugweri. “It is absurd that the FUFA Appeals Committee has come up with such a ruling,” Muhoozi said. “Their justification is that KCCA didn’t consult the FUFA Competitions Board. I question whether they even understand how the…
Author: Kayanja Ashiraf
Uganda faces a formidable challenge in the upcoming TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 after being drawn into Group C alongside Nigeria, Tunisia, and Tanzania. The draw, held in Rabat, Morocco, has set the stage for thrilling encounters, with the tournament kicking off on December 21, 2025. Group C is among the toughest, featuring teams with a strong history in African football, making Uganda’s path to the knockout stages a daunting yet exciting prospect. Nigeria, three-time AFCON champions, boast a wealth of European-based talent, with Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman leading their attack. Tunisia, with 21 tournament appearances,…
In a dramatic twist to the Uganda Premier League (UPL) season, the FUFA Appeals Committee has delivered a crushing blow to KCCA FC by upholding the FUFA Disciplinary Panel’s decision. The ruling confirms that KCCA FC fielded an ineligible player in their January 7, 2025, clash against Mbarara City FC. The controversy centers around right-back Gavin Kizito Mugweri, who had racked up three yellow cards prior to the match, making him ineligible for selection. Despite KCCA’s hard-fought 2-0 victory on the pitch, the Appeals Committee has nullified the result, awarding Mbarara City FC a 3-0 win by forfeiture along with…