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Derrick Akampurira 

Soccer pleasure changed into disappointment at Mashaka Playground in Kisoro district after Western Area League second positioned facet Six O’Clock FC failed to indicate up for his or her extremely anticipated fixture in opposition to desk leaders Mutolere SC (SC Volcanoes).

The no present left tons of of followers pissed off, with many questioning the dedication of some groups within the league whereas Others referred to as on the Federation of Uganda Soccer Associations (FUFA) to implement stricter measures together with monetary penalties, to advertise professionalism and guarantee solely critical groups are registered.

SC Volcanoes arrived at their house floor on time, reaching Mashaka at precisely 3:00 PM forward of the scheduled 4:00 PM kickoff, Nevertheless, by 3:35 PM, there was nonetheless no signal of their closest title rivals, Six O’Clock fc. In an effort to have interaction the ready followers, the Kisoro primarily based facet cut up into two groups and held an exhibition match, with coaches additionally participating to entertain the group.

Based on FUFA rules, a staff that fails to honour a fixture forfeits the match, awards the opponent three factors and a 3–0 victory.

With no formal communication from Six O’Clock concerning their absence, SC Volcanoes are set to profit from their match absence.
The attainable free factors outcome lifts SC Volcanoes to 42 factors with a aim tally of 35, additional strengthening their place on the prime of the desk because the season approaches its remaining levels. Six O’Clock stay in second place with 32 factors and a aim distinction of +14 from 14 matches performed.

With the tons of of sports activities fanatics for the massive prime desk leaders conflict,Followers expressed concern over what they described as a rising development of groups failing to fulfil fixtures.

One supporter termed the state of affairs unprofessional warning that repeated incidents might injury the fame of the league.

One other one, urged FUFA to introduce more durable sanctions past awarding free factors, together with fines, to discourage groups from lacking matches with out legitimate causes.

With only some fixtures remaining this season, consideration now shifts to the weekend schedule as SC Volcanoes set to face Rwampara Bulls away from house, whereas Six O’Clock are anticipated to journey to Makenke Barracks each on 2nd could 2026