Eight Uganda Premier League clubs have called for an urgent meeting with the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) to discuss controversial reforms proposed for the 2025/26 season.
Vipers, SC Villa, KCCA, URA, NEC, Maroons, Police, and UPDF issued a joint statement on Tuesday announcing they will convene on Wednesday afternoon at Serena Hotel in Kampala to agree on a common position.
The clubs are demanding that FUFA suspend the new competition format and revenue-sharing plan until broader consultations are conducted.
The reforms, which restructure the league into three phases and reset points after the first round, have drawn widespread criticism. Opponents argue the system undermines sporting consistency, confuses supporters, and complicates sponsorship deals.
Legal and contractual concerns have also been raised, including risks related to player contracts and data privacy.
In a joint letter dated August 23, SC Villa president Hajji Omar Mandela and Vipers president Dr. Lawrence Mulindwa dismissed the reforms as ill-conceived and undemocratic.
KCCA, in a separate statement, warned of financial risks, pointing to a revenue model they said could cripple privately funded clubs and heighten the risk of match-fixing.
Together, Villa, Vipers, and KCCA account for 37 league titles, making their opposition a significant obstacle for FUFA.
Lugazi joined the resistance on Tuesday, accusing FUFA of rushing the process and sidelining clubs during consultations. The club described the reforms as unfair and lacking transparency.
Meanwhile, reports indicate FUFA president Moses Magogo attempted to meet Mandela and Mulindwa on Monday, but the talks collapsed after the two rejected FUFA House as a venue, insisting on neutral ground.
On Tuesday, FUFA CEO Edgar Watson wrote to both presidents acknowledging receipt of their concerns and invited them for a Wednesday morning meeting with Magogo at Serena Hotel, the same venue where the clubs are set to convene later in the day.
With more clubs preparing to take a stand and fans voicing their discontent, FUFA faces growing pressure to suspend the reforms and open wider dialogue. The outcome of Wednesday’s meetings could shape the future structure and governance of Ugandan football.
