Kruger United Deny Sale Rumours and Player Release Claims After Historic Promotion to Betway Premiership
Kruger United FC have moved swiftly to dismiss “false and misleading” reports circulating on social media suggesting the club has been sold and that players have been released, insisting that no such developments have taken place.
In an official statement issued by the club’s media department on Monday, Kruger United FC said they have “noted with concern the false and misleading information currently circulating on various platforms regarding the alleged sale of the club, as well as reports claiming that certain players have been released.”
The club was firm in its response, categorically denying the rumours. “Kruger United FC has not been sold, nor has the club made any official announcements regarding the release of players,” the statement read.
The club further urged supporters and the wider football community to disregard unverified reports, emphasizing that only official communication channels should be trusted for accurate updates.
“We urge our supporters, and the general public not to believe or share unverified information. All official club announcements and updates will only be communicated through Kruger United FC’s official communication channels,” the statement added, as credited to the club’s media department.
The clarification comes at a time when Kruger United are enjoying one of the most significant chapters in their history. The club, affectionately known as the “Village Boys,” recently secured automatic promotion to the top flight after being crowned champions of the Motsepe Foundation Championship.
Kruger United Deny Sale Rumours and Player Release Claims (Image: Kruger United FC)
Based in Bushbuckridge in Mpumalanga, Kruger United produced a dominant campaign to seal their rise to the Betway Premiership. Their title triumph was confirmed in early May following a decisive 3–1 victory over Black Leopards.
The champions finished the season at the summit of the table with an impressive 62 points from 30 matches, underlining their consistency throughout the campaign. A standout feature of their success was their strong home record, where they remained unbeaten across the season – a key factor in their historic promotion.
As excitement builds ahead of their debut season in the top division, the club’s leadership has moved to ensure stability off the pitch by shutting down speculation that could distract from preparations for life in the Betway Premiership.
For now, Kruger United remain focused on consolidating their status among South Africa’s elite, with the club determined to build on their remarkable rise while maintaining clarity and unity behind the scenes.