Following various media reports, FUFA would like to make clarification to different stakeholders on the matter as below;
1-Tooro United FC-a Member of FUFA and playing in the StarTimes Uganda Premier League sought permission from FUFA to travel to Vietnam for the BTV Cup.
2-In the various correspondences between FUFA and Tooro United FC, the club was asked to meet certain requirements among them presenting a list of players of those at the club or attached to it under the FUFA data system but currently playing in other clubs. Such players would need clearance from the clubs they are playing for currently. This exercise is ongoing but some players haven’t been cleared yet.
3-Tooro United FC was reminded about meeting all necessary requirements and compliance in line with the FUFA, CAF and FIFA regulations especially in regard to the FIFA International Regulations in force, this includes getting clearance from the Asia Football Federation.
Finally, based on the above clarification, the football family is reminded that it is one of FUFA’s cardinal roles to promote beautiful game by allowing its members and clubs participate in international competitions but within the rules and regulations.
