Tubah United Football Club has filed a petition with the President of FECAFOOT’s North West Region, alleging serious irregularities in the issuance of player licenses that marred the kick-off of the Regional League on Sunday, May 26th.
According to the club’s management, despite paying for 40 licences, only 11 Tubah United players received them. Furthermore, most of those licenced were found to be under 17, effectively sidelining the team’s key players.
“This is not only discriminatory, but also a clear act of malice,” the petition states. “How can a football match be fairly played without substitutes?”
Tubah United specifically criticizes the lack of transparency surrounding the licensing process. They demand a detailed list of all players who successfully obtained licences after paying the fees.
“We are particularly concerned about the lack of transparency and accountability in the issuance of licenses. We request that you provide us with an acceptable slip showing the names of all players who have successfully paid for a license,” their open letter read in part.
The petition highlights concerns about the legitimacy of the League due to these irregularities. It emphasises FECAFOOT’s responsibility to collaborate with clubs and ensure proper arrangements are in place before the season starts.
“We believe that FECAFOOT has a responsibility to work closely with club management to ensure that all necessary arrangements are in place before the start of the league,” they said.
Tubah United demands immediate action from FECAFOOT to address the following:
- A full investigation into the licensing discrepancies.
- Guaranteed fair and equal treatment for all participating clubs.
- Clear explanation of the criteria used for issuing licenses.
- Implementation of safeguards to prevent future irregularities.
The petition acknowledges the North West Regional League’s potential but stresses the importance of a fair and transparent environment. Tubah United urges FECAFOOT to take corrective measures to restore confidence and ensure a level playing field.
The club threatens to forfeit their next match if the situation isn’t addressed promptly. They encourage other clubs to follow suit, sending a message of commitment to fair play and a rejection of the current state of affairs.
“Failure to resolve this matter with immediate effect will leave us with no choice but to declare a forfeit for our next match. We encourage other clubs to do the same in order to send a clear message that we are committed to the growth and development of the game, and that we will not tolerate the current state of affairs,” they said in their letter.
FECAFOOT officials are yet to respond publicly to Tubah United’s petition.
