The Uganda Premier League side Vipers has made its position clear by confirming that they will not participate in the upcoming UPL match against Kitara FC. This decisive statement was released on Thursday, October 2, 2025, via the club’s official website. “Vipers Sports Club informs its stakeholders, football fans, and the general public that the club will not take part in the new double-header format game against Kitara,” the statement reads in part. Vipers’ decision highlights a significant conflict between the league’s governing body and one of its most successful clubs. The club emphasized that their withdrawal represents a commitment to the integrity of the game and a demand for a league that listens to and respects all stakeholders.