Nakivubo Stadium Faces Doubts Over AFCON Standards and Safety Concerns
By Kundu Ronald Kampala – In a recent development, officials from the Federation of Ugandan Football Associations (FUFA) announced their plans for the upcoming AFCON 2027 games, sparking a wave of discussions and concerns about the suitability of Nakivubo Stadium. The stadium's slow redevelopment progress and potential safety issues have drawn criticism from stakeholders, including security and safety officer Dixon Adol Okello. FUFA officials revealed that Akii Bua Stadium, set to be constructed, and Namboole Stadium are the chosen venues for AFCON 2027. However, Nakivubo Stadium, which boasts an artificial turf, failed to meet the standards required by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) for hosting AFCON games. This revelation has left Nakivubo's future in question, as it may only be suitable as a training facility. Mixed Reactions on Social Media The news of Nakivubo Stadium's unmet standards has ignited a storm of social media discussion...