Struggling SS Assad FC dissolved due to financial problems
Club has been in doldrums since Kwale County government and Base Titanium ceased support
Financially troubled SS Assad FC from Kwale County has quit the second-tier National Super League due to lack of funds to compete and run operations.
Despite earlier pledges of support, little help came through forcing the club into debt with players going without basic needs. The club now shifts focus to settling accrued debt while inviting potential buyers to take over. The coastal boys will not honour the remaining games thus leaving tens of jobs on the line as a cash crunch bites.
In a letter seen by Informer Media Group, SS Assad CEO Saidi Ali Vinji indicated the desperate state of affairs which pushed them to close shop.
“Dear SS Assad Fans and Football Stakeholders, as you may be aware, on January 24, 2025; the officials announced that due to financial constraints, the team would not be able to honour the remaining matches of the National Super League. Since then, we have received an outpouring of support and pledges from our community leaders and fans, which filled us with hope. Unfortunately, to date, the actual support received has been minimal,” he said.
“This has led our current team officials to incur significant debts in the hope of repaying them once we received the pledged assistance. Regrettably, we have now reached a point that is neither sustainable nor humane. Our players are competing without match allowances and, in some cases, without access to food.”
“In light of these challenges, we have made the difficult decision to dissolve the team with immediate effect. Our focus will now shift to facilitating the return of our players to their homes and settling some of the debts incurred. We also extend an invitation to well-wishers and potential new managers who may be interested in taking over the management of the team for the remaining matches moving forward.”
“While this is a challenging moment, we are truly grateful for the opportunities we had with the team. It has allowed us to assist in realising the dreams of many players, build a network of friendships across the country, and contribute to the development of soccer in our region and beyond.”
“We are committed to supporting a smooth transition to any new management team willing to take on this endeavor. Thank you for your understanding and support during this difficult time.”
The Ukunda-based community team who has been in the Super League for the past four years were being supported by the Kwale County government and mining firm Base Titanium. However since the pair pulled out due to financial challenges, the team has struggled financially. The club management has now communicated to the FKF Regional office in Mombasa and head office at Kandanda House about the impending situation even as they cross fingers some miracle could happen.
