Why was Blacks Power Vs URA called off
David GOMBE
The Uganda Premier League secretariat has called off Matchday Six involving Blacks Power FC and URA FC that was scheduled for Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at Hoima City Stadium.
According to the development the game was postponed since National Council of Sports (NCS) cancelled Blacks Power FC’s Memorandum of Understanding to use Hoima City Stadium as their home ground for the first round of the 2026/27 season.
“We regret to inform our fans and stakeholders that our UPL fixture against URA FC scheduled for Tuesday, 20th October 2026, at Hoima City Stadium, has been called off. The decision follows the National Council of Sports National Council of Sports’ cancellation of our Memorandum of Understanding to use the facility as our home ground for the first round of the season, citing the need to reserve the stadium exclusively for international matches. The club is working to establish the next course of action, and further communication regarding the alternative home ground will be made in due course. We apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank our fans for their continued support and understanding.” Blacks Power confirmed
The latest developments means Blacks Power FC will have to find a new venue where they will play their home matches. Simon Peter Mugerwa’s Blacks Power is currently seventh on the table with 9 points while the tax collectors are 15th on 4 points.