Lumwana Radiants Respond to FIFA Registration Ban, Seek Clarification

Lumwana Radiants Football Club has officially addressed the recent decision by FIFA to impose a ban on the club registering new players.

In a statement released by the club, they informed their supporters that a formal response has been sent to the world football governing body, requesting comprehensive details and clarification regarding the reasons underpinning the sanction.

The club expressed surprise at the ban, stating that they were not previously notified of any complaint that led to this decision. Lumwana Radiants emphasized their commitment to engaging with FIFA through the established and appropriate channels to resolve the matter. They also assured their fanbase that they would be kept informed of any significant developments as the situation unfolds.

Background to the Ban:

FIFA’s decision to bar Lumwana Radiants from registering new players stems from the club’s alleged failure to fully adhere to the terms of player contracts. This breach of regulations has resulted in a significant penalty for the Zambian Super League outfit.

The imposed sanction prevents Lumwana Radiants from registering any new players for a period of three consecutive transfer windows. This lengthy ban means the club will be unable to bolster their squad with fresh talent until the January transfer window of 2027.

This kind of stringent punishment from FIFA is not unprecedented for Zambian clubs. Indeni Football Club, who were recently relegated from the Super League, faced a similar fate. FIFA had previously banned Indeni from registering new players for two transfer windows due to contractual issues. However, Indeni is expected to be eligible to sign new players again in the upcoming transfer window.