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David GOMBE
Uganda Premier League facet Kitara FC and Maroons have confirmed that they’re presently engaged on areas required for enhancements at their dwelling venues.
Kitara had their Royals Park Butema rejected by the FUFA Licensing committee as a result of a bumpy and uneven enjoying floor, lack of signage and Insufficient dressing room lockers in addition to lack services of comfort have been a few of the causes given for rejection.
Of their assertion, the Stanbic Uganda Cup champions confirmed that they’ve already responded to FUFA’s inspection report on their beloved Royals Park Butema.
“Kitara FC acknowledges receipt of the FUFA Stadium Inspection Report for Royals Park Butema.
The Membership appreciates FUFA’s dedication to sustaining excessive stadium requirements and desires to guarantee its supporters and stakeholders that every one recognized areas requiring enchancment are already being addressed. We stay dedicated to making sure that Royals Park Butema absolutely complies with the required requirements and look ahead to welcoming our followers again to an improved facility.” Reads the assertion
In the meantime, Maroons have additionally confirmed upgrades on their Luzira Prisons Floor. FUFA revealed a few of the causes for rejection that are; the sphere of play requires basic turf upkeep, the drainage channels throughout the stadium are uncovered, dressing rooms are in poor state, venue has now media working space amongst others
Maroons response to the rejection of the venue
“Maroons FC has taken notice of the communication from the Federation of Uganda Soccer Associations (FUFA) relating to stadiums that didn’t meet the Membership Licensing necessities for the 2026/27 season. The Membership confirms that the stadium is presently present process renovation works. We’re assured that these upgrades shall be accomplished in time for the beginning of the league season, enabling the venue to totally adjust to all FUFA requirements. Maroons FC respects the licensing course of and stays absolutely dedicated to fulfilling each side of FUFA’s Membership Licensing necessities. The continuing renovations are progressing steadily, and we’re working intently with all related stakeholders to make sure our dwelling floor is prepared and authorized forward of the brand new season.
Maroons Soccer Membership reassures its supporters, companions, and the soccer fraternity that this momentary state of affairs won’t have an effect on our general preparations. We enchantment to our followers to stay calm and optimistic as we give attention to the thrilling soccer calendar forward.”
In the meantime, Maroons FC will tackle SC Villa within the FUFA Tremendous 8 event, which begins commences on Saturday, 1st August 2026 at MTN Omondi Stadium whereas Kitara FC will battle with Entebbe UPPC at Hamz Stadium the next day.